Sumiko - Oyster MM Phono Cartridge - Black/Blue
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Sumiko Oyster phono cartridge is generally smooth in character yet surprisingly musical — a high-value introduction to the hobby of critical listening at manageable price for anyone looking to get a taste for the difference a cartridge upgrade can make. A conventional moving magnet cartridge with a rugged spherical stylus and alloy cantilever, it’s perfect match for any MM preamp and represents a fantastic step forward from most any entry-level & OEM design. You’ll hear an added layer of depth accompanied by enticing mid/high frequency extension.
Hand-Crafted in Japan
We’ve selected by ear the finest materials that combine to deliver performance that has enlightened generations of listeners. Each design is thoroughly auditioned until perfected.
Hand-Crafted in Japan
We’ve selected by ear the finest materials that combine to deliver performance that has enlightened generations of listeners. Each design is thoroughly auditioned until perfected.
- Cartridge Mount TypeStandard (1/2 inch) mountCartridge TypeMagnetStylus ShapeConical/Spherical, Conical/Spherical
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Sumiko Oyster phono cartridge is generally smooth in character yet surprisingly musical — a high-value introduction to the hobby of critical listening at manageable price for anyone looking to get a taste for the difference a cartridge upgrade can make. A conventional moving magnet cartridge with a rugged spherical stylus and alloy cantilever, it’s perfect match for any MM preamp and represents a fantastic step forward from most any entry-level & OEM design. You’ll hear an added layer of depth accompanied by enticing mid/high frequency extension.

Experience the superior sound quality and performance of the Audio-Technica AT-VM95E Dual Moving Magnet Cartridge with a 0.3 x 0.7mil Elliptical Stylus. Designed to fit half-inch mount turntables, this cartridge is part of the renowned VM95 Series, known for its exceptional audio fidelity. The cartridge's unique coil design generates a robust output level of 4.0 mV, ensuring a powerful and immersive audio experience. It also boasts excellent channel separation and low distortion, delivering outstanding tonal quality that brings your music to life. Constructed with a durable, low-resonance housing, the AT-VM95E cartridge ensures optimal sound reproduction. The housing also features threaded inserts, allowing for easy mounting to the headshell with just two screws, eliminating the need for additional nuts. One of the standout features of the VM95 Series is its interchangeability. All cartridges in the series share the same body, meaning the stylus can be replaced with any of the six interchangeable AT-VMN95 replacement styli. This allows for easy upgrades and customization, ensuring your cartridge keeps pace with your evolving audio needs. Whether you're a seasoned audiophile or a vinyl enthusiast, the Audio-Technica AT-VM95E Dual Moving Magnet Cartridge with 0.3 x 0.7mil Elliptical Stylus offers a high-quality, reliable, and innovative solution for your turntable..

This elliptical bonded stylus makes it easy to upgrade the sound quality of any turntable equipped with an ATN3600L or ATN3600LC conical stylus, such as the turntables in our popular AT-LP60X series. Modeled after the venerable ATN3600L, which has sold by the millions and been trusted by countless music lovers for more than 50 years, the ATN3600LE features a 0.3 x 0.7 elliptical stylus for enhanced sound quality while remaining reliable and easy to use. Audio-Technica has been perfecting the art of transducer technology since our first handcrafted phono cartridge in 1962.

This update of the venerable ATN3600L conical bonded stylus, which has sold by the millions and been trusted by countless music lovers for more than 50 years, features a new modern design while retaining the ease-of-use, reliability, and sound quality that have made it the replacement stylus for so many turntables. The 0.6 mil conical stylus ensures proper contact with the record groove even when the cartridge is not quite level. Audio-Technica has been perfecting the art of transducer technology since our first handcrafted phono cartridge in 1962.
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