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Pro-Ject Amethyst MM Phono Cartridge

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Model: 844682008257 | UPC: 844682008257

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What's In The Box

Product Information

Model: 844682008257 | UPC: 844682008257

The Sumiko Amethyst is a high-performance moving magnet (MM) phono cartridge designed for audiophiles seeking exceptional sound quality from their vinyl records. Its advanced design and meticulous craftsmanship make it a compelling choice for those aiming to elevate their analog listening experience.

Features

  • Nude Line-Contact Diamond Stylus
  • Resonance-Optimized Housing
  • Interchangeable Styli System
  • Wide Frequency Response
  • Enhanced Cartridge Body Design
  • High-Purity Copper Coils
  • Customizable Tracking Force

Exceptional Sound Quality

Equipped with a nude line-contact diamond stylus, the Amethyst excels at tracing record grooves with remarkable precision. This design ensures superior tracking ability, resulting in clear, dynamic, and detailed audio reproduction that rivals similarly priced moving coil (MC) cartridges.

Innovative Design and Reduced Noise

The Amethyst features a resonance-optimized housing, refined from Sumiko's latest Oyster series cartridges, which minimizes extraneous noise. This thoughtful design contributes to a quieter background, allowing the music to emerge with enhanced clarity and depth.

Versatile Upgrade Path

Sumiko's MM cartridge lineup—including models like Rainier, Olympia, Moonstone, Wellfleet, and Amethyst—offers interchangeable styli, providing flexibility for future upgrades. Notably, the Amethyst utilizes an enhanced cartridge body to maximize the performance of its line-contact stylus. This interchangeability allows users to customize their listening experience and maintain their equipment with ease.

Handcrafted Precision

Each Amethyst cartridge is meticulously handcrafted in Yokohama, Japan, reflecting Sumiko's commitment to quality and precision. The use of carefully selected materials and rigorous testing ensures that the Amethyst delivers an exceptional analog listening experience, embodying the artistry and expertise of its makers.

Specifications

  • Coils: High-Purity Copper
  • Internal Impedance: 700Ω
  • Load Impedance: 47kΩ
  • Frequency Response: 12Hz – 35kHz
  • Output: 2.5mV
  • Channel Separation: 30dB @ 1kHz
  • Channel Balance: 0.5dB @ 1kHz
  • Compliance: 12×10-6 cm/dyn @ 100Hz
  • Capacitance: 100pF – 200pF
  • Vertical Tracking Angle: 25°
  • Tracking Force Range: 1.8g – 2.2g
  • Recommended Tracking Force: 2.0g
  • Replacement Stylus Unit: RS Amethyst

What's In The Box

  • Amethyst MM Phono Cartridge
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