Sumiko - Point No. 3 Low MC Phono Cartidge - Blue

Borrowing from and refining on the resonance-optimized housing of our latest Oyster cartridges (Moonstone, Olympia & Rainier), we further reduce output to curtail extraneous noise. Topped off with a nude line-contact diamond, the stylus couldn’t be more nimble. Reaching every nook & cranny of your record grooves and handling that information with the utmost grace, Amethyst competes favorably with similarly priced MC designs. It’s shockingly quiet and thus transparent as can be, skillfully tracing even the most complicated passages your LP collection has to offer. Expect effortless dynamic handling, depth and clarity over a black background, impeccably realistic transience and images that leap from your soundstage but remain naturally positioned.

Wellfleet utilizes a highly polished nude elliptical stylus, eliminating the bonding between the stylus tip and shank. With the new assembly, excessive mass in the shank is cut away to further reduce tip mass, resulting in a faster, more direct, and more accurate response of the stylus’ movement by the cantilever and magnet. Sonically, this increases speed and focuses central images, pulling them toward the listener with a heightened sense for detail.

MC Quintet Mono is for playing mono microgroove vinyl records. It features a Nude Elliptical r/R 8/18µm stylus that is a good solution for playing mono microgroove vinyl records. The Quintet Mono will track perfectly through even worn and damaged records and ensure the surface noise control. Quintet Mono uses a strapped output to deliver the same output signal from both sets of pole pins. This effectively eliminates the need for mono-specific equipment making it possible to enjoy true mono reproduction on any stereo playback system.FeaturesNude Elliptical StylusTrue Mono ReproductionStrapped Mono OutputSurface Noise ControlPure Silver Coil WireWide Preamplifier CompatibilityAccuracy LevelThe MC Quintet Series reflects Ortofon’s commitment to precise accurate reproduction without coloration. Its body is made from lightweight impact-resistant PC thermoplastic providing a durable scratch-resistant surface while neodymium magnets help achieve optimal output. Low internal impedance makes the cartridge less sensitive to load supporting compatibility with a wide range of preamps and transformers. The MC Quintet Mono delivers open dynamic sound with a subtle touch of warmth.The Quintet SeriesOrtofon has continued to refine analog sound quality while developing new cartridge technologies for decades. Since 1948 the company has introduced around 100 Moving Coil models building a long history of cartridge design and manufacturing. The Quintet Series continues that tradition with models designed to carry Ortofon’s moving-coil performance into a new generation.CompatibilityThe Quintet Mono is designed for easy secure top mounting using the supplied screws. Its aluminium frame features threaded mounting holes that accommodate 5 mm or 7 mm screws depending on headshell thickness. Straight lines clear stylus visibili