Sumiko Black Pearl MM Cartridge

Sumiko Black Pearl MM Cartridge

Black pearl for black gold

Inheriting the mellow character of its Oyster sibling, the Black Pearl features an upgraded cabinet that allows for an extended frequency response. This opens the way for greater nuance and better stereo imaging in a more coherent soundstage. The Black Pearl offers hours of listening pleasure, is known for its excellent value, pairs perfectly with any MM phono stage and is physically compatible with a wide range of tonearms.

Handmade in Japan

From Oyster to Reference, every Sumiko pickup is handcrafted in Yokohama, Japan - near the waters where the eponymous oysters live. Sumiko selects the finest materials by ear, which together produce a performance that has enlightened generations of listeners. Each design is thoroughly tested until perfect. Production is then carried out by world-class craftsmen with a shared eye for precision and quality.

Suitable for light and medium-heavy tonearms. Also suitable for headshells that only allow the pickup to be screwed in from below, such as those found on older Thorens turntables.

Specifications

• Output voltage: 4mV
• Amplifier connection/termination: Phono MM/47kΩ
• Weight: 6g
• Dynamic needle compliance, lateral: 12μm*
• Scanning Diamond: Elliptical (r/R 8 x 18μm).
• Tracking force: 2g

 * Needle compliance measured at 100Hz