Sumiko Amethyst MM Cartridge Rega If you would prefer to

If you would prefer to do it yourself be assured that this is a pretty simple deck to work on

The aluminium half width case is compact and very well screened to keep noise to a minimum and there's no digital switching circuitry or switch mode power supplies to pollute the delicate signals

-Aluminium body minimizes unwanted vibration for reduced resonance and a superior audio reproduction

meaning a set of cables should last a lifetime if looked after

-Motor cover tray - with integrated cooling

Sumiko Amethyst MM Cartridge Rega If you would prefer toThe Amethyst is the top model in the slightly confusingly named Oyster series of cartridges from Sumiko. Despite apparent physical similarities to the other 4 models that share the same appearance, this is a near total reworking of the design, so it stands alone and cannot be fitted with the styli from other models in the range. A new generator assembly is the heart of it all, and it combined with the lightweight Alnico magnets results in a low 2. 5mV