Sumiko Pearl

Sumiko Pearl

Oyster Series

The Sumiko Pearl is a truly unique and precious find within the sea of entry-level phono cartridges. With decades of accolades to its name, the Pearl’s smooth, natural sound reproduction breathes life into any recording with poise and transparency. Its diminutive price also belies its colossal ability to pull a complete sonic picture from each record it touches.

Rounding off the budget series with style and aplomb, the Pearl is an affordable audiophile marvel that’s sure to delight.

Key Features:
Moving Magnet cartridge with Elliptical stylus
Smooth, natural sound reproduction
Alloy tube cantilever
Overhead mounting design
High output for easy matching to a phono stage
Easy to set-up and install
RS Pearl replacement stylus available

Sumiko Pearl specifications

Frequency Response:
12Hz – 30kHz

Output Voltage:
4.0mV

Load Impedance:
47kΩ

Channel Seperation:
3dB @ 1kHz

Channel Balance:
<0.5dB@ 1kHz

Stylus Type:
Elliptical

Compliance:
12×10-6 cm/dyn

Tracking Force Range:
1.5 – 2.0g

Recommended Force:
2.0g

Cartridge Weight:
6.0g