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  • Sumiko Songbird MC Cartridge image
  • Sumiko Songbird MC Cartridge image

Sumiko Songbird MC Cartridge

Sumiko Cartridges

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Sumiko Songbird MC Cartridge – Available in High and Low Output Versions

The Sumiko Songbird, part of Sumiko’s prestigious Reference Series, is available in both high and low output versions. Each version features a beautiful open-body design anchored to a highly rigid, resonance-optimized headblock, delivering outstanding sound quality and precision.

Songbird Low Output MC

The low output version is designed for use with MC-capable phono stages or requires a step-up device between an MM phono stage and the cartridge. With its deeper soundstage and broader reach, the Sumiko Songbird Low Output MC provides an ultra-musical sound with clear, dynamic, and firm bass, offering an even more immersive experience compared to its high-output sibling.

The official Sumiko site for Songbird LO

Songbird High Output MC

The high output version is compatible with any MM phono stage, making it a flexible option for audiophiles who prefer to avoid the need for an MC preamplifier. The Sumiko Songbird High Output MC maintains the same clear, musical sound signature, with the perfect balance of warmth, dynamics, and detailed bass.

The official Sumiko site for Songbird HO

Handcrafted Precision from Japan

Both versions of the Sumiko Songbird are meticulously crafted by hand in Yokohama, Japan, a process that ensures precision and exceptional quality. Sumiko engineers select the finest materials by ear, rigorously auditioning each design until perfected. This attention to detail is carried through in production, ensuring world-class performance.

Installation & Break-In

Both the low and high output versions of the Songbird feature a universal ½”-mount with threaded inserts, allowing for simple installation with just two screws. For optimal performance, we recommend a 20-hour break-in period.

Which Version is Right for You?

Choose the Songbird Low Output MC for deeper soundstage and broader reach, ideal for those with an MC-capable phono stage or those willing to use a step-up device.

Opt for the Songbird High Output MC for flexibility with MM phono stages, providing an easy setup with outstanding musicality.

If you’re unsure which version suits your setup, feel free to reach out to our support team. We’re happy to assist in selecting the right cartridge for your needs.

SUMIKO
SCA101011

Data sheet

Output voltage
2.5mV
Frequency response
12Hz – 40kHz
Cantilever
⌀0.5mm Treated Aluminum Alloy
Vertical tracking angle
20°
Channel separation
30dB @ 1kHz
Tracking force
1.8g – 2.2g
2.0g
Replacement stylus
Re-Tip Exchange
Re-Tip Exchange (See Dealer)
Recommended tracking force
2.0g
Channel balance
Less than 0.5dB @ 1kHz
Cartridge mass
8.5g
Stylus Type
0.3 x 0.7mil Polished Elliptical
Coils
High-Purity Copper
Compliance
12×10-6cm/dyn @ 100Hz
Load resistance
47kΩ
Load capacitance
100pF – 200pF
Internal resistance
135Ω

Specific References

EAN13
8056684713493

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