Sumiko Pearl

Sumiko Pearl - MM pickup with dynamics, presence and musicality

At the top of Sumiko's entry-level you will find the Pearl pickup, which delivers an enchanting sound quality. Here you get a finer elliptical needle grinding, which is able to capture much more information. This means far more detail, greater dynamics and an even better musicality. The high notes are seductive, the midrange is determined and the bass is deep and well balanced. The stereo image is also improved compared to the Black Pearl pickup, with more detail and better channel separation. If you are looking for a serious upgrade to your MM system, then Pearl is one of those candidates that cannot be bypassed. It is one of those pickups where you get the highest performance for the price, and gives you a taste of what a pickup can do for your system's sound quality.

The recommended needle pressure is 2.0 grams, and its ½” mounting makes it compatible with the vast majority of turntables and RIAA amplifiers. The needle tab is aluminum with an elliptical needle grind, which is mounted in a pickup housing with high quality copper coils.

A pickup series with over 40 years of experience

For more than 40 years, Sumiko has enchanted thousands of listeners with their classic Oyster series. The range includes Oyster (MM), Black Pearl (MM), Pearl (MM), Blue Point No. 3 (MC) Amethyst (MM) and Songbird (MC), all of which deliver impressive sound quality within their respective price ranges. Sumiko's pickups are generally known for their high performance for the price, and they stand out in particular for their honest and authentic sound reproduction.

Handmade pickup truck from Yokohama, Japan

All pickups from the Oyster to Reference series are handcrafted in Yokohama, Japan. Sumiko's facilities are located near the waters where the iconic Oysters are located, which gave rise to the series' name. Each pickup is made with carefully selected materials that have undergone extensive testing to ensure the best possible sound quality. The result is a series of pickups that will be able to lift any turntable to new heights.