Sumiko Audio Blackbird Phono Cartridge

Description

Sumiko Audio Blackbird Phono CartridgeDesigned for exceedingly low noise levels, wide dynamic range and the highest possilbe fidelity in its price class, Blackbird is destined to become an analog classic. Each cartridge is assembled using time honored, labor intensive techniques, hand calibrated and critically auditioned to meet the most rigorous standards of consistancy. The main advantage of high output moving coil cartridges is the elimination of any additional gain stages, resulting in an overall reduction of the noise floor. With 2.5mV directly driving a standard 47k Ohm RIAA phono stage, the best possible signal to noise ratio is realized. Nothing but music emerges from your most treasured recordings.Cartridge TypeHigh output MCStylus TypeLow mass ellipticalCantileverLong grain BoronDynamic Compliance(x10-6 cm/dyne)12Frequency Response10Hz-50KhzOutput Voltage/Channel2.5mVInternal Impedance135 OhmsChannel Separation35dB @ 1kHzChannel Balance0.5dB @ 1kHzTracking Force Range1.8 2.2 gramsCartridge Weight9.6 gramsMounting SystemStandard 0.5 hole spacing Tags: sumikoaudio.net, Blackbird phono cartridge