{"product_id":"sumiko-wellfleet-moving-magnet-cartridge","title":"Sumiko - Wellfleet - Moving Magnet Cartridge","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"font-size:14px;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sumiko Wellfleet elevates the acclaimed Oyster Series with a highly polished Nude Elliptical stylus that delivers greater speed, precision, and musical realism. By reducing moving mass and eliminating the bonded stylus interface, the Wellfleet retrieves finer detail while presenting a wider, deeper soundstage with exceptional image focus and effortless musical flow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted in Yokohama, Japan by the master cartridge builders at Excel Sound, the Wellfleet combines premium materials with Sumiko's proven moving magnet design philosophy. Rich tonal balance, refined transient response, and outstanding tracking ability allow vocals and instruments to breathe naturally within an expansive, highly detailed presentation that remains smooth and fatigue-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs part of Sumiko's versatile Oyster Series, the Wellfleet offers complete compatibility with interchangeable replacement styli, providing an easy upgrade path while preserving the exceptional musical character that defines the series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#f39c12;\"\u003eFEATURES\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMoving Magnet (MM) phono cartridge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly polished Nude Elliptical stylus (0.3 × 0.7 mil)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLightweight aluminum pipe cantilever\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-purity copper coils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent imaging, transient response, and tracking ability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with Oyster Series interchangeable styli\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted by Excel Sound in Yokohama, Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#f39c12;\"\u003eDESIGN \u0026amp; TECHNOLOGY\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNude Elliptical Stylus:\u003c\/strong\u003e A one-piece polished nude elliptical diamond reduces moving mass for improved groove tracing, faster transients, greater detail retrieval, and lower distortion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrated Resonance Control:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sumiko's integrated cartridge body and generator efficiently transfer unwanted vibration into the tonearm, minimizing coloration and preserving musical accuracy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExpansive Soundstage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Improved stylus performance enhances image focus, instrument separation, ambient detail, and overall spatial realism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpgradeable Oyster Platform:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible with Rainier, Olympia, Moonstone, Wellfleet, Amethyst, and RS 78 replacement styli, providing flexibility for future upgrades and maintenance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandcrafted in Japan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Individually assembled and carefully auditioned by Excel Sound's skilled craftsmen to ensure exceptional consistency and musical performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 style=\"color:#f39c12;\"\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moving Magnet (MM)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStylus:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nude Elliptical (0.3 × 0.7 mil)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCantilever:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5 mm Aluminum Pipe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoil Material:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-Purity Copper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Voltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.0 mV (3.54 cm\/sec, 1 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency Response:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 Hz – 30 kHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChannel Separation:\u003c\/strong\u003e 27 dB (1 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChannel Balance:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u0026lt; 1 dB (1 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInternal Impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1,130 Ω (1 kHz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Load Impedance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 47 kΩ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Capacitance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100–200 pF\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompliance:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 × 10⁻⁶ cm\/dyn (100 Hz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVertical Tracking Angle:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25°\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTracking Force Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.8 – 2.2 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Tracking Force:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.0 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.7 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReplacement Stylus:\u003c\/strong\u003e RS Rainier, Olympia, Moonstone, Wellfleet, Amethyst, or RS 78\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandcrafted In:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japan\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Sumiko","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51919650324768,"sku":null,"price":449.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/3728\/1568\/files\/salon-1-audio-sumiko-wellfleet-phono-cartridge.webp?v=1782586306","url":"https:\/\/salon1audio.com\/products\/sumiko-wellfleet-moving-magnet-cartridge","provider":"Salon 1 Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}