{"product_id":"sumiko-blue-point-no-3-high-high-output-moving-coil-cartridge","title":"Sumiko - Blue Point No. 3 High - High Output Moving Coil Cartridge","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sumiko Blue Point No. 3 High delivers the engaging musicality of a moving coil cartridge with the convenience of compatibility with virtually any moving magnet phono stage. Building upon the legendary Blue Point No. 2, this latest generation features a redesigned body that minimizes unwanted resonance, resulting in a smoother, more natural, and emotionally involving presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted in Yokohama, Japan by the master cartridge builders at Excel Sound, the Blue Point No. 3 High combines Sumiko's renowned moving coil generator with a high-output design, producing rich tonal balance, textured bass, expressive midrange, and airy, detailed highs. 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