an inductive write element is disclosed for use in a magnetic data recording system . the write element provides increased data rate and data density capabilities through improved magnetic flux flow through the element . the write element includes a magnetic yoke constructed of first and second magnetic poles . the first pole includes a pedestal constructed of a high magnetic moment material , which is preferably ferhn nanocrystalline films with lamination layers of cozrcr . the second pole includes a thin inner layer of high b sat material , the remainder being constructed of a magnetic material capable of being electroplated , such as a ni — fe alloy . an electrically conductive coil passes through the yoke between the first and second poles to induce a magnetic flux in the yoke when an electrical current is caused to flow through the coil . magnetic flux in the yoke produces a fringing field at a write gap whereby a signal can be imparted onto a magnetic medium passing thereby .