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MC Moving Magnet Cartridge

Precision and Musical Warmth

Sumiko Songbird High is designed to deliver an extremely detailed soundstage, especially for vocals and acoustic instruments. This MC cartridge reproduces rich, dense mids and clear highs, while ensuring precise spatial positioning of instruments.

Features

• Low resonance design: Optimized housing to reduce unwanted vibrations
• Low mass elliptical stylus: Provides finer tracking and reduced distortion
• Gold connectors: Ensures precise connection and minimal oxidation
• Tradition and quality: Each cartridge is hand-crafted in Japan
• Sound fine-tuning: Each model undergoes rigorous testing for optimal audio performance
• Compatibility with MM phono accessories: Suitable for most MM preamplifiers

What's in the Box?

• Sumiko Songbird Hi Phono Cartridge
• Mounting Kit
• User Manual

Technical Information

Mass & Dimensions

• Weight: 8.5g
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 17 x 18 x 28.5 mm

Stylus & Cantilever

• Stylus: 0.3 x 0.7 mil Elliptical
• Cantilever: ⌀0.5mm Treated Aluminum Pipe

Coils & Electrical Specifications

• Coils: High-Purity Copper
• Internal Impedance: 135Ω
• Load Impedance: 47kΩ
• Capacitance: 100pF – 200pF

Frequency & Output

• Frequency Response: 12Hz – 40kHz
• Output: 2.5mV
• Channel Separation: 30dB @ 1kHz
• Channel Balance: <0.5dB @ 1kHz

Tracking & Compliance

• Compliance: 12 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyn @ 100Hz
• Vertical Tracking Angle: 20°
• Tracking Force Range: 1.8g – 2.2g
• Recommended Tracking Force: 2.0g

Replacement Stylus

• Replacement Stylus Unit: Re-Tip Exchange