Korf Audio HS-A03 Ceramic Headshell
The HS-A03 is the world’s only fully ceramic headshell — a single seamless casting in alumina ceramic. Light and incredibly strong: 2–3 times stiffer than the best alternatives. The Absolute Sound 2024 Recommended Products Under $1,000.
“Simply the best headshell I have used. An essential audio component if you are serious.”
— Tim Connor, KitsuneHiFi, USA
Why Ceramic?
- As rigid as steel at less than half the weight
- Headshell and connector are one seamless casting — no internal weak points
- Double steel locking pin for extremely secure connection — no elastic washer required
- Unique supporting rib minimises resonance
Included
- HS-A03 fully ceramic headshell
- Pure silver litz connecting wires
- Gold-plated contact pins (Ø1.2mm)
- Brass finger lift
- Screws in 4 lengths, knurled nuts, nylon washers
Specifications
- Type: SME/Ortofon/JIS headshell
- Material: Alumina ceramic, single seamless casting
- Weight: 13 g (including wires and finger lift)
- Wiring: Pure silver litz
- Contact pins: Gold-plated, Ø1.2mm
- Locking: Double steel locking pin (no elastic washer required)
- Warranty: 1 year (free replacement if defective)
Note: slight discolorations and minor shape irregularities are possible — this is the nature of ceramic material, not a defect.
