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Sumiko Talisman S

The Sumiko Talisman S is a high end low output MC cartridge. Its 0.26 mV output calls for a dedicated MC phono input or a step up transformer. The Fine Line stylus tracks between 1.5 and 2.5 g with 2.0 g quoted as nominal. The stylus is built into the body, so a worn diamond goes out for retipping.

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Stylus: Integrated
Type: MC
Stylus Shape: Fine Line[ radii (mil / µm) 0.2×1.2 mil (≈5×30 µm) ]
Class: High-End

Weight & Dimensions (H×W×D): 6.3 g
Output Voltage: 0.26 mV
Frequency Response: 10–60 000 Hz
Channel Separation: 30 dB
Channel Balance: ≤ 0.5 dB
Recommended Load: 40–100 Ω
Tracking Force: 1.5–2.5 g (nominal 2.0 g)
Compliance Value: dynamic 15 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyne
Cantilever: sapphire tube

Additional Info

A sapphire cantilever tube and Fine Line stylus give the Sumiko Talisman S an incisive, highly resolving character. Tight groove control keeps images stable and layered, bass stays taut, and vocals sound natural rather than forward. Lively dynamics favor acoustic, jazz and classical playback on revealing systems, while worn or noisy pressings get less mercy here. The stylus is integrated, so only a retip cures wear.

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