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Sumiko
Oriole Low Output Moving Coil Cartridge |
Rega
24v Motor Upgrade Kit |
Michell
Locknut and VTA Adjuster Pack | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Summary | The Oriole upholds the refined, fatigue-free tonal balance that has made Sumiko a global benchmark. By integrating a low-impedance generator with a nude Shibata line-contact stylus, the Oriole represents a significant evolution from the Songbird, rivaling the legendary performance of the Starling. It delivers impeccable tracking and an emotionally charged dynamic range, characterised by lightning-fast transients and a sophisticated, "sweet" resolution. Wholly analog in nature, the Oriole renders music with a natural sense of ambiance and cohesion. Operating with near-silent groove noise, it allows music to emerge from a stark, "black" background, inviting the listener into an expansive and intimate soundstage. Key Features:
| This kit includes the low noise, low vibration 24v motor designed and developed for Rega's range of multi award winning 24v turntables. Designed with a simple fixing solution to fit all previous Rega turntables that do not already use 24v technology. | Twin pack consisting of:
If used with other turntable brands, slight enlargement of the original Rega mounting hole will be necessary to accommodate the increased diameter of the VTA sleeve. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Reference | SUMIORIOLE1A | XACS-24VUPGMOT-UK | A013PACK | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Specifications | Cartridge Specifications
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| Price |
£1,499.00
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£155.00
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£50.00
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Sumiko
Oriole Low Output Moving Coil Cartridge
Summary
The Oriole upholds the refined, fatigue-free tonal balance that has made Sumiko a global benchmark. By integrating a low-impedance generator with a nude Shibata line-contact stylus, the Oriole represents a significant evolution from the Songbird, rivaling the legendary performance of the Starling.
It delivers impeccable tracking and an emotionally charged dynamic range, characterised by lightning-fast transients and a sophisticated, "sweet" resolution. Wholly analog in nature, the Oriole renders music with a natural sense of ambiance and cohesion. Operating with near-silent groove noise, it allows music to emerge from a stark, "black" background, inviting the listener into an expansive and intimate soundstage.
Key Features:
- Low Output Moving Coil
- Nude Shibata Natural Diamond Stylus
- Output (3.54cm/sec @ 1kHz): 0.3mV
- Cartridge Mass: 7.3g
SUMIORIOLE1A Specifications
| Output Voltage | (3.54cm/sec @ 1kHz): 0.3mV |
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| Cantilever Material | Hollow, Reinforced Al. (Ø0.5mm) |
| Channel Separation (@ 1000Hz) | 30dB |
| Frequency Response (20 - 20,000Hz) | 12Hz - 45KHz |
| Tracking Ability (@ 315Hz at Recommended Tracking Force) | 70μm |
| Compliance, Dynamic, Lateral | (100Hz): 12x10-6cm/dyne |
| Stylus Type | Nude Shibata (6.5μm x 40μm) |
| Coil Wire | High-Purity Copper |
| Channel balance at 1kHz | 0.5dB |
| Tracking Force Range | 1.8 - 2.2g (2.0g) |
| Internal Impedance | (1kHz): 5.5Ω |
| Cartridge Weight | 7.3g |
Rega
24v Motor Upgrade Kit
Summary
Michell
Locknut and VTA Adjuster Pack
Summary
- Finger Locking nut (to suit Rega arms)
- A Vertical Tracking Angle adjustment sleeve for the Rega RB-250, RB-300 and RB-600 arms, to be used with the new-style Rega arm board Michell have been making since the beginning of 1999.