Sussurro Gold Limited Edition

The Sussurro Gold is a moving iron design, which allows for a significantly lower moving mass compared to most moving coil cartridges. By reducing this mass by 70%, the cartridge minimizes stylus jitter and tracks the grooves of your records with much greater precision and speed.

Yes, because this is a low-output cartridge (0.4 mV), you will need a phono preamp capable of handling low-output moving coil or moving iron cartridges. Ensure your phono stage has sufficient gain to amplify the signal cleanly without introducing noise.

Boron is an exceptionally stiff and lightweight material, which is ideal for a cantilever. It ensures that the energy from the stylus is transferred to the internal coils with minimal loss or coloration, resulting in the high level of detail and speed this cartridge is known for.

With a cartridge weight of 12.2 grams, it is compatible with a wide range of high-quality tonearms. However, you should verify that your tonearm's counterweight can balance this specific weight and that your tonearm's effective mass is suitable for the cartridge's compliance.

The ES damping system is engineered to manage mechanical energy transfer more effectively. It helps stabilize the cartridge during playback, ensuring that unwanted vibrations are controlled so you hear the music clearly rather than the mechanical artifacts of the playback process.

The recommended tracking force is 1.8 to 2.2 grams. It is important to stay within this range to ensure the stylus maintains proper contact with the groove; setting it too light can cause mistracking, while too heavy can increase record wear and alter the sound signature.