Easily our most ambitious moving magnet cartridge to date, the Amethyst features a nude Line-Contact stylus and an upgraded generator assembly providing ultra-low noise, hair-raising dynamics, and superior tracking. This unique setup benefits from the same physically-generated electromotive forces fundamental to MM designs which accurately recreate the original sound of any recording. The Amethyst is an easy choice when looking for the most performance possible along with the versatility to pair well with nearly any phono stage on the market.
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Amethyst
![Sumiko Amethyst Phono Cartridge — Line-Contact Stylus Assembly & Resonance-Optimized Housing [Front & Top Hi-Res Zoom]](https://sumikophonocartridges.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/Sumiko_Amethyst_0572F.jpg)
12Hz – 35kHz
Frequency response
6,5g
Weight
700Ω
Internal Impedance
⌀0.5mm aluminum
Cantilever material
Our Brand
For nearly 40 years, SUMIKO has provided the finest array of phono cartridges to
discriminating analog enthusiasts around the world. The long list of iconic models produced by SUMIKO reads like a “who’s who” of analog audio’s illustrious past.
discriminating analog enthusiasts around the world. The long list of iconic models produced by SUMIKO reads like a “who’s who” of analog audio’s illustrious past.
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Testimonials / Review's
The Songbird is all about feeling. It wants to reach out and touch you, in a terribly hetero way, of course. It wants to get drunk with you, give you a bear hug and exclaim, “I love you, man .”
Paul Rigby
Songbird
Some people just have ``it``. The Rainier has ``it`` too. This doesn't mean it adds something to ``prettify`` the sound. It just lets the great tone of a fine instrumentalist or vocalist shine through. That's the warm hug. I had never listened to a Sumiko cartridge before, but now I understand what all the fuss is about. This whole experience has started me itching to upgrade my whole analog front end.
Enjoy The Music
Rainier
If emotion is what you seek in music, if that’s your priority, then the Rainier should definitely be on your demo list.
The Audiophile Man
Rainier
Yes, it is very crisp and detailed but it has a poise, polish and panache that is alluringly addictive. The way in which it disdainfully shrugs off poorer pressings is also a revelation. This is a welcome addition to a fine range.
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