Sumiko - Pearl - Moving Magnet Cartridge

The Sumiko Pearl has earned its reputation as one of the most respected moving magnet cartridges in its class, delivering smooth, dynamic, and remarkably musical performance for decades. Designed to offer exceptional value without compromise, the Pearl presents an inviting balance of rich bass, expressive midrange, and detailed high frequencies that make every listening session engaging and fatigue-free.

Featuring a precision 0.3 × 0.7 mil elliptical stylus, the Pearl improves detail retrieval, stereo imaging, and overall clarity over its Black Pearl sibling while remaining compatible with virtually any moving magnet phono system. Its balanced presentation makes it equally enjoyable across every musical genre.

Handcrafted in Yokohama, Japan by the renowned cartridge builders at Excel Sound, the Pearl combines premium materials with meticulous craftsmanship to deliver reliable, long-lasting analog performance.

FEATURES

• Moving Magnet (MM) phono cartridge
• 0.3 × 0.7 mil elliptical stylus
• Aluminum cantilever
• High-purity copper coils
• Smooth, balanced, and highly musical sound signature
• Compatible with most modern tonearms and MM phono stages
• Handcrafted in Yokohama, Japan

SPECIFICATIONS

• Type: Moving Magnet (MM)
• Stylus: 0.3 × 0.7 mil Elliptical
• Cantilever: Aluminum
• Coils: High-Purity Copper
• Output Voltage: 4.0 mV @ 1 kHz
• Frequency Response: 12 Hz – 20 kHz
• Channel Separation: 25 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 × 27.24 mm
• Replacement Stylus: RS Pearl
• Handcrafted In: Japan