Launched in early February 2026, the Sumiko Oriole has earned high praise and awards from the audio press. See what reviewers around the world are saying about our latest reference moving-coil cartridge
Enjoy our latest videos depicting stylus replacement/upgrade as well as a gorgeous rendering of our moving magnet cartridges in action. Our Rainier cartridge has taken the US by storm as
Warped records are something that many audiophiles dread, especially when you are purchasing used records. However, even if you avoid purchasing warped vinyl records at a record store, improper storage
When you listen to music from a streaming site, you never have to think about the nuances of the recording process. For casual listeners, this is a plus, they can
Listening to music on vinyl is not just for audiophiles anymore. Vinyl LPs are becoming a best seller in mainstream retail stores and smaller record stores. Any wishlist for vinyl
Playing your favorite record on a new turntable is one of the best feelings in the world. There’s something so personal and satisfying about watching the tonearm drop into place
When you are listening to your vinyl records, any audiophile will notice when their cartridge alignment is out of whack. The sound quality will decrease during playback allowing you to
When you start adding vinyl records to your collection, you are going to need to learn the right type of record care to use on them. Not everyone properly cleans
Collecting vinyl records can be absolutely dreamy, even when playing scratched records. Nothing quite beats the experience of putting on an album you picked up at your favorite record store.
Storing records takes a lot of consideration to make sure that your record collection keeps producing the high-quality sound that audiophiles love during playback. Whether you have an entire collection
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 or imported by SUMIKO reads like a “who’s who” of analog audio’s illustrious past.
