Soundsmith Sussurro Mk II Phono Cartridge

The Sussurro Mk II is a moving iron design, which bridges the gap between the two common types. By significantly reducing the moving mass—specifically by 70% compared to traditional designs—it minimizes inertia, allowing the stylus to track grooves with much greater speed and precision.

With a weight of 12.2 grams and a compliance of 10μm/mN, this cartridge is designed for medium-to-high mass tonearms. We recommend checking your tonearm's effective mass specifications to ensure it is a good mechanical match before installation.

The Sussurro Mk II has an output voltage of 0.4 mV, which classifies it as a low-output cartridge. You will need a phono preamp capable of handling moving coil (MC) levels, with a loading setting of at least 470 Ω.

Ruby is an exceptionally rigid material that resists flexing during playback. This rigidity ensures that the energy from the stylus is transferred directly to the generator without loss, resulting in tighter bass, clearer transients, and reduced distortion.

The ideal tracking force range is between 1.8 and 2.2 grams. We suggest starting at 2.0 grams and making minor adjustments based on your specific tonearm setup and listening preference.

Lower moving mass means the stylus has less inertia to overcome as it navigates the complex modulations of a vinyl groove. This allows the cartridge to react instantly to changes, which directly translates to better detail retrieval and a more accurate, nuanced sound.