Sumiko - Black Pearl - Moving Magnet Cartridge

The Sumiko Black Pearl builds upon the musical foundation of the classic Oyster with an upgraded generator that delivers improved channel separation, expanded frequency response, and a broader, more immersive soundstage. Smooth, engaging, and remarkably refined, the Black Pearl offers exceptional performance for listeners seeking premium analog sound at an outstanding value.

Its precision spherical stylus and carefully tuned moving magnet generator create a relaxed, balanced presentation with generous space around vocals and instruments, making long listening sessions enjoyable and fatigue-free. Compatible with virtually any moving magnet phono stage and a wide variety of tonearms, the Black Pearl is an ideal upgrade for nearly any vinyl playback system.

Handcrafted in Yokohama, Japan by the skilled cartridge builders at Excel Sound, the Black Pearl combines premium materials and meticulous craftsmanship to deliver reliable, musical performance for years to come.

FEATURES

• Moving Magnet (MM) phono cartridge
• 0.7 mil spherical stylus
• Aluminum cantilever
• High-purity copper coils
• Improved generator for wider soundstage and enhanced channel separation
• Compatible with most MM phono stages and tonearms
• Handcrafted in Yokohama, Japan

SPECIFICATIONS

• Type: Moving Magnet (MM)
• Stylus: 0.7 mil Spherical
• Cantilever: Aluminum
• Coils: High-Purity Copper
• Output Voltage: 4.0 mV
• Frequency Response: 18 Hz – 20 kHz
• Channel Separation: 23 dB @ 1 kHz
• Channel Balance: 2 dB @ 1 kHz
• Internal Impedance: 1,130 Ω
• Recommended Load Impedance: 47 kΩ
• Recommended Capacitance: 100–200 pF
• Compliance: 10 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyn @ 100 Hz
• Vertical Tracking Angle: 25°
• Tracking Force Range: 1.5–2.0 g
• Recommended Tracking Force: 2.0 g
• Weight: 5.7 g
• Dimensions (W × H × D): 11.6 × 20.26 × 27.23 mm
• Replacement Stylus: RS Black Pearl
• Handcrafted In: Japan