Sumiko Pearl
Printed From: Graham Slee Hifi System Components
Category: Turntable Audio
Forum Name: High Fidelity Turntable User
Forum Description: Technical Q&A, hints and tips
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Topic: Sumiko Pearl
Posted By: The Gman
Subject: Sumiko Pearl
Date Posted: 18 Sep 2012 at 3:33pm
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I was looking to upgrade the Ortofon 2M Red fitted on my Pro-Ject Debut Genie. I have had a chance to hear the Ortfon 2M blue which has a similiar neutral sound but with better detail and a smoother treble. My dealer has suggested a Sumiko Pearl, which is about half the price- he claims that it has a warm fluid presentation and is more engaging than the Ortfon.
Has anyone had any experiance of this cartidge.
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Posted By: Graham Slee
Date Posted: 18 Sep 2012 at 7:32pm
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I have a Sumiko Pearl. It does have its plus points I must agree. However, I find the Goldring 1042 better IMO and to my tastes. Better than that is the Ortofon VMS20EII which brings the music more alive and more fluid. With the Goldring 1042 some records just don't "kick ass" and with the Pearl the bass is more wooden. As is typical for me, all the great sounding products have been discontinued - for example: the Ortofon VMS20EII... the Sennheiser HD250II, and so on. ------------- That none should be able to park up and enjoy the view without a smartphone and the knowledge in how to use apps |
Posted By: The Gman
Date Posted: 18 Sep 2012 at 9:54pm
| Thanks Graham , the wooden bass is a bit of a turn off though the idea of a warmer presentation is appealing. I only stumbled on vynil this year. Playing led Zeppelin on vynill was a stunning experiance and sounded so alive |
Posted By: Graham Slee
Date Posted: 18 Sep 2012 at 10:03pm
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Should be better using a 1042 I reckon. The best budget MM by far must be the AT95E at around £25! However, for detail you need to spend the extra cash - unfortunately.  ------------- That none should be able to park up and enjoy the view without a smartphone and the knowledge in how to use apps |
Posted By: morris_minor
Date Posted: 18 Sep 2012 at 10:53pm
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You could always buy a cheaper 1012 and upgrade the stylus to a 22 or 42 when funds allow. ------------- Bob Majestic DAC/pre-amp Accession MC/Enigma, Accession MM, Reflex M, Elevator EXP, Era Gold V Solo ULDE, Novo, Lautus USB and digital, Libran balanced, CuSat50 2 x Proprius + Spatia/Spatia Links |