---
product_id: 106839006
title: "Amethyst Phono Cartridge"
brand: "sumiko"
price: "€ 1598.31"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
category: "Sumiko"
url: https://www.desertcart.at/products/106839006-amethyst-phono-cartridge
store_origin: AT
region: Austria
---

# 47kΩ load impedance for universal compatibility 12Hz-35kHz frequency response for rich, detailed sound 2.0g recommended tracking force for precise groove engagement Amethyst Phono Cartridge

**Brand:** sumiko
**Price:** € 1598.31
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 💎 Elevate your vinyl game with the Amethyst — where every groove tells a story.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Amethyst Phono Cartridge by sumiko
- **How much does it cost?** € 1598.31 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.at](https://www.desertcart.at/products/106839006-amethyst-phono-cartridge)

## Best For

- sumiko enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted sumiko brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Heroic Upgrade:** Transforms your turntable’s soundstage with punchy bass and detailed highs.
- • **Lightweight Precision:** At just 6.9g, fits seamlessly on modern tonearms for optimal performance.
- • **Universal Compatibility:** Pairs effortlessly with nearly any phono preamp on the market.
- • **Nude Line-Contact Stylus:** Delivers superior groove tracking for authentic vinyl playback.
- • **Ultra-Low Noise, High Dynamics:** Experience pristine sound clarity with minimal background hiss.

## Overview

The Sumiko Amethyst Moving Magnet Phono Cartridge features a nude line-contact stylus and an upgraded generator assembly, offering ultra-low noise, wide frequency response (12Hz-35kHz), and a recommended tracking force of 2.0g. Lightweight at 6.9g, it pairs with nearly any phono preamplifier, delivering superior tracking and dynamic sound reproduction that significantly upgrades your vinyl listening experience.

## Description

Superb Tracking Ability, Take-You-There Dynamics, and Low-Noise Operation: Sumiko Amethyst Moving-Magnet Phono Cartridge Also Pairs with Nearly Any Phono Preamplifier on the Market Easily the most ambitious Sumiko moving-magnet phono cartridge to date, Amethyst features a nude line-contact stylus and an upgraded generator assembly providing ultra-low noise, hair-raising dynamics, and superior tracking. This unique setup benefits from the same physically-generated electromotive forces fundamental to MM designs which accurately recreate the original sound of any recording. Amethyst is an easy choice when looking for exceptional performance possible along with the versatility to pair well with nearly any phono preamplifier on the market. "If you have a turntable that came with an already mounted cartridge, this will represent a performance upgrade of a heroic level. At only 6.9g total mass, it remains flexible and will be right at home on nearly any modern tonearm." – Kevin Wolff, TONEAudio

## Features

- Cartridge Type: Moving Magnet
- Stylus: nude Line-Contact
- Load Impedance: 47kO
- Frequency Response: 12Hz - 35kHz
- Recommended Force: 2.0g

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07DD49JP9 |
| Additional Features | Superior Tracking, Ultra-Low Noise, Hair-Raising Dynamics |
| Best Sellers Rank | #32,405 in Musical Instruments ( See Top 100 in Musical Instruments ) #155 in DJ Turntable Cartridges |
| Brand | Sumiko |
| Built-In Media | Replacement Needle |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Phonograph Preamp |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (25) |
| Enclosure Material | Cotton |
| Item Weight | 0.05 kg |
| Manufacturer | Sumiko |
| Mfr Part Number | 844682008257 |
| Model Name | Amethyst |
| Model Number | Amethyst |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Signal Format | phono |
| UPC | 844682008257 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Sumiko
- **Color:** Black
- **Compatible Devices:** Phonograph Preamp
- **Included Components:** Replacement Needle
- **Item Weight:** 0.05 kg
- **Material:** Cotton
- **Model Name:** Amethyst
- **Signal Format:** phono
- **Special Feature:** Superior Tracking, Ultra-Low Noise, Hair-Raising Dynamics
- **Unit Count:** 1 Count

## Images

![Amethyst Phono Cartridge - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/719M5-avuOL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: is the body made out of metal or plastic?**
A: It's plastic with brass inserts instead of those pesky little nuts.

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*Store origin: AT*
*Last updated: 2026-11-12*