Sumiko Palo Santos Phono Cartridge
Best premium component for discerning audiophiles seeking an immersive listening experience.
This moving coil cartridge is built for the listener who demands absolute transparency and a massive, immersive soundstage. It requires a dedicated, high-performance phono stage to truly shine, but the trade-off is a level of micro-detail and tracking precision that makes your favorite records feel entirely new.
$4490.00
at
SkyFi Audio
Who it's for
- Audiophiles seeking ultimate fidelity and emotional connection to their vinyl collection.
- Discerning listeners valuing artisanal quality and acoustic integrity in their components.
- Music lovers prioritizing an immersive, emotionally resonant, and captivating listening experience.
Who should skip it
- Budget-minded consumers or those new to high-fidelity audio systems.
- Novice audiophiles or users preferring plug-and-play simplicity in their audio gear.
- Users seeking robust, low-maintenance components or those with active households.
Performance breakdown
Frequency Range
Captures an expansive sonic spectrum that reveals hidden details in recordings.
Tracking Precision
Nude Micro-Ridge stylus navigates complex grooves with surgical accuracy.
Soundstage Depth
Exceptional channel separation creates a wide, immersive, and realistic listening environment.
System Compatibility
Requires high-performance phono stages to truly unlock its sonic potential.
Channel Balance
Near-perfect symmetry ensures a stable, centered image across the entire soundstage.
Setup Complexity
Demands precise alignment and calibration for optimal performance results.
Key Specs
Type
Moving Coil
Frequency Response
10Hz–50kHz
Output Voltage
0.5mV
Load Impedance
100–1000 ohms
Channel Separation
>30dB (1kHz)
Channel Balance
<0.5dB (1kHz)
Stylus Type
Nude Micro-Ridge
Compliance
8 x 10-6 cm/dyne
Tracking Force Range
1.8–2.0g
Weight
8.3g
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