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Sumiko - Songbird High - High Output Moving Coil Cartridge

$1,099.00
$1,099.00

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      The Sumiko Songbird High brings the refinement and musicality of a moving coil cartridge to systems equipped with standard moving magnet phono stages. Featuring Sumiko's acclaimed open-architecture design, it minimizes unwanted resonance and coloration to deliver a smooth, balanced presentation with remarkable clarity, natural imaging, and effortless musical flow.

      Designed for long, fatigue-free listening sessions, the Songbird High combines sweet, extended highs, rich midrange detail, and deep, textured bass into a cohesive soundstage that draws listeners into every performance. Its high-output moving coil generator provides exceptional detail retrieval and dynamic expression without requiring a dedicated MC phono preamp.

      Handcrafted in Yokohama, Japan by the expert artisans at Excel Sound, the Songbird High is an outstanding choice for vinyl enthusiasts seeking premium moving coil performance with maximum system compatibility.

      FEATURES

      • High output moving coil (MC) cartridge
      • Open-body Reference Series architecture minimizes resonance
      • Elliptical stylus (0.3 × 0.7 mil)
      • 0.5 mm reinforced aluminum pipe cantilever
      • High-purity copper coils
      • Compatible with standard moving magnet (MM) phono inputs
      • Wide, natural soundstage with rich tonal balance
      • Excellent dynamics, detail retrieval, and musicality
      • Handcrafted in Yokohama, Japan
      • Eligible for Sumiko Re-Tip Exchange program (U.S. only)

      SPECIFICATIONS

      • Type: High Output Moving Coil (MC)
      • Stylus: Elliptical (0.3 × 0.7 mil)
      • Cantilever: 0.5 mm Reinforced Aluminum Pipe
      • Coils: High-Purity Copper
      • Output Voltage: 2.5 mV (3.54 cm/sec @ 1 kHz)
      • Frequency Response: 12 Hz – 30 kHz
      • Channel Separation: 30 dB @ 1 kHz
      • Channel Balance: <1 dB @ 1 kHz
      • Internal Impedance: 135 Ω
      • Recommended Load Impedance: 47 kΩ
      • Recommended Capacitance: 100–200 pF
      • Compliance: 12 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyn @ 100 Hz
      • Vertical Tracking Angle: 20°
      • Tracking Force Range: 1.8–2.2 g
      • Recommended Tracking Force: 2.0 g
      • Weight: 7.4 g
      • Replacement Program: Sumiko Re-Tip Exchange (Dealer Program)
      • Handcrafted In: Japan

      If you have any questions about this product, please let us know by either calling us at (407) 953-9596 or by filling out the form below, and we will contact you as soon as possible.