$499.00 when purchased online
Target Online store #3991
About this item
Highlights
- Perfect for the listening who wantsmoving coil sonics without the added expense of MC pre-amplification
- Full & warm yet defined & textured, bass with high-frequency attack & decay that’s simply sweet & airy
- Refined housing for improved resonance
- Re-tip exchange program offers a discount on the same cartridge or one model up
- Hand-Crafted in Japan
Description
Introducing the Sumiko Blue Point No. 3 Low Phono Cartridgea next-generation moving coil pickup designed to elevate your vinyl listening experience. Building upon the legacy of its predecessors this cartridge offers audiophiles enhanced depth imaging and a rich sonic profile that brings music to life.
Features
•Low-Output Moving Coil Design
•Enhanced Resonance Control
•Balanced Sonic Performance
•Premium Materials and Handcrafted Quality
Evolution of a Classic DesignSumiko's Blue Point series has long been celebrated for delivering moving coil sound quality without the need for specialized pre-amplification. The Blue Point No. 3 Low takes this heritage further by refining the cartridge housing to optimize resonance resulting in a smoother and more nuanced audio reproduction reminiscent of vintage Shure and Stanton models.
Exceptional Sound QualityListeners will appreciate the Blue Point No. 3 Low's buttery low-end response offering bass that is both full and textured. The midrange remains lush and detailed while high frequencies are rendered with sweet and airy precision. This balanced performance ensures an engaging and immersive listening session across all music genres.
Advantages of Low-Output DesignDesigned for use with moving coil (MC) phonostages the low-output configuration of the Blue Point No. 3 Low provides enhanced depth and imaging characteristics typical of such designs. This makes it an excellent choice for audiophiles seeking to extract the utmost detail and realism from their vinyl records.
Trade-In and Upgrade OptionsUnderstanding that moving coil cartridges lack user-replaceable styli Sumiko offers a re-tip exchange program. Customers can trade in their functional or non-functional MC cartridges through authorized dealers and receive a discount toward a new cartridge of equal or greater value making upgrades more accessible.
Handcrafted Precision from JapanEach Sumiko phono cartridge is meticulously handcrafted in Yokohama Japan. By selecting premium materials and conducting thorough auditory evaluations Sumiko ensures that every cartridge meets the highest standards of precision and quality delivering an authentic and enriching analog experience.
What's in the Box
•Blue Point No. 3 Low Output MC Phono Cartridge
Specifications
•Mass: 6g ( 0.21 oz)
•Dimension (W x H x D): 0.68 x 0.67 x 0.94 (17.37 x 17.16 x 23.94mm)
•Stylus: 0.3 x 0.7mil Elliptical
•Cantilever: Aluminium Pipe
•Coils: High-Purity Copper
•Internal Impedance: 28
•Load Impedance: 100
•Frequency Response: 13Hz 35kHz
•Output Voltage: 0.5mV @ 1kHz
•Channel Separation: 30dB @ 1kHz
•Channel Balance: 1dB @ 1kHz
•Compliance: 1210-6cm/dyn @ 100Hz
•Capacitance: 100pF 200pF
•Vertical Tracking Angle: 20
•Tracking Force Range: 1.8g 2.2g
•Recommended Tracking Force: 2.0g
•Replacement Stylus Unit: Re-Tip Exchange (See Dealer)
Features
•Low-Output Moving Coil Design
•Enhanced Resonance Control
•Balanced Sonic Performance
•Premium Materials and Handcrafted Quality
Evolution of a Classic DesignSumiko's Blue Point series has long been celebrated for delivering moving coil sound quality without the need for specialized pre-amplification. The Blue Point No. 3 Low takes this heritage further by refining the cartridge housing to optimize resonance resulting in a smoother and more nuanced audio reproduction reminiscent of vintage Shure and Stanton models.
Exceptional Sound QualityListeners will appreciate the Blue Point No. 3 Low's buttery low-end response offering bass that is both full and textured. The midrange remains lush and detailed while high frequencies are rendered with sweet and airy precision. This balanced performance ensures an engaging and immersive listening session across all music genres.
Advantages of Low-Output DesignDesigned for use with moving coil (MC) phonostages the low-output configuration of the Blue Point No. 3 Low provides enhanced depth and imaging characteristics typical of such designs. This makes it an excellent choice for audiophiles seeking to extract the utmost detail and realism from their vinyl records.
Trade-In and Upgrade OptionsUnderstanding that moving coil cartridges lack user-replaceable styli Sumiko offers a re-tip exchange program. Customers can trade in their functional or non-functional MC cartridges through authorized dealers and receive a discount toward a new cartridge of equal or greater value making upgrades more accessible.
Handcrafted Precision from JapanEach Sumiko phono cartridge is meticulously handcrafted in Yokohama Japan. By selecting premium materials and conducting thorough auditory evaluations Sumiko ensures that every cartridge meets the highest standards of precision and quality delivering an authentic and enriching analog experience.
What's in the Box
•Blue Point No. 3 Low Output MC Phono Cartridge
Specifications
•Mass: 6g ( 0.21 oz)
•Dimension (W x H x D): 0.68 x 0.67 x 0.94 (17.37 x 17.16 x 23.94mm)
•Stylus: 0.3 x 0.7mil Elliptical
•Cantilever: Aluminium Pipe
•Coils: High-Purity Copper
•Internal Impedance: 28
•Load Impedance: 100
•Frequency Response: 13Hz 35kHz
•Output Voltage: 0.5mV @ 1kHz
•Channel Separation: 30dB @ 1kHz
•Channel Balance: 1dB @ 1kHz
•Compliance: 1210-6cm/dyn @ 100Hz
•Capacitance: 100pF 200pF
•Vertical Tracking Angle: 20
•Tracking Force Range: 1.8g 2.2g
•Recommended Tracking Force: 2.0g
•Replacement Stylus Unit: Re-Tip Exchange (See Dealer)
Dimensions (Overall): .68 inches (H) x .68 inches (W) x .94 inches (D)
Weight: .01 pounds
Electronics Condition: New
Package Quantity: 1
Battery: No Battery Used
Warranty: 1 Year Limited Warranty. To obtain a copy of the manufacturer's or supplier's warranty for this item prior to purchasing the item, please call Target Guest Services at 1-800-591-3869
TCIN: 1003240704
UPC: 844682009766
Origin: made in the USA or imported
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Shipping details
Estimated ship dimensions: 3 inches length x 4 inches width x 2 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 0.5 pounds
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