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Soundsmith Fixed Coil Cartridges
Highly respected and hand made in the USA, Soundsmith phono cartridges adorn some of the worlds best turntables. Why not add one to yours? We make it easy to find just the right models from out of the 4 low output and 5 high output models we make, as well as special models for unique applications. Use the links below to learn more, or use the filter bar to select one that fits your setup, taste, and budget.
New ES Series DEMS designs !!!
"In my opinion, the new Hyperion is without question the finest magnetic cartridge made today. Looking forward to the next few weeks of final break in." https:////www.sound-smith.com/testimonials/hyperion
A new review of the Hyperion (Norway): **via Google translate: http://www.audiophile.no/nb-no/item/2139-soundsmith-hyperion
Find out why the Soundsmith Hyperion is the go-to cartridge for many of the world's most highly esteemed equipment manufacturers. Each one hand crafted by Peter Ledermann - Made in the USA. Rebuild Price? $850 ~ Less than 20% of MSRP - The Hyperion features an industry first: A 10 year free retipping service for stylus wear to the original owner.
This cartridge is the real deal, and is very enthusiastically recommended." - Philip Holmes, Dagogo
Video from Dukkan HiFi
The Sussurro mk II ~ critical design decisions, realized. Lowest internal mass. Best damping. Esoteric stylus and cantilever. If you need to stay in constant contact, your cartridge has arrived. Each one hand crafted by Peter Ledermann - Made in the USA. Rebuild Price? $650 - Less than 20% of MSRP ! ~ The Sussurro features a 2 year warranty to the original owner.
As it stands, the cartridge will be happily employed spinning records in the future, as we have added it to our reference fleet."
- Jeff Dorgay, TONE
The Paua MKII: adorned with sea shell to remind us of the beauty of the sounds of the world all around us. Nature healing nature.
Each one hand crafted by Peter Ledermann - Made in the USA. Rebuild Price? $550 - Less than 14% of MSRP ! ~ The Paua features a 2 year warranty to the original owner.
Another positive review of the MIMC Star, at Positive Feedback " Listening to the music using this pickup is incredibly enjoyable. Zephyr also has incredible dynamics. "
"At the under $2000 price point, the new low output Soundsmith Zephyr MIMIC Star is an overachiever that gives you a glimpse of the best in terms of non-mechanical, artifact-free performance..." - Michael Fremer / analogplanet.com - Click Here for Full Review
Made in the USA. Rebuild Price? $350 - Less Than 20% of MSRP, as always ! ~ The Zephyr MIMC Star features a 2 year warranty to the original owner.
"The Voice will wring every last drop of performance from it at a price that, in a world where most competitors go for two, three and four grand (up to ten large), is extremely reasonable and probably a great bargain. It is easily a reference quality cartridge with the added edge of being supremely musical, which is why Peter is going to have to pry this thing from my cold, bloody hand to get it back!"- James Darby, StereoMojo -- click here to read the complete original review --
Kudos, accolades and many “Product of the Year” awards. The pinnacle of High Output designs – from Soundsmith – of course. Since its introduction in 2009, The Voice has won numerous "product-of-the-year" awards... Each one hand crafted by Peter Ledermann - Made in the USA. Rebuild Price? $450 - Less than 20% of MSRP ! ~ The Voice features a 2 year warranty to the original owner.
Aida High Output
A triumph of Soundsmith Engineering, Stereophile Class “A” rated, a rarity at its price point – and for good reasons.
an Aida review here http://forums.stevehoffman.tv/threads/rega-rp6-cartridge-upgrade-soundsmith-aida.567909/ ]
The Aida employs a Laser drilled Sapphire Cantilever and an ultra-low mass Line Contact Stylus - Made in the USA. Rebuild Price? ~ $350 ~ Less Than 20% of MSRP, as always ! - The Aida features a 2 year warranty to the original owner.
The Zephyr MK III [Zephyr Mark Three] formerly Zephyr MK II has achieved what no other cartridge has done since its inception; rapid recognition as a leading force in phono cartridge design and performance.Made in the USA. Rebuild Price? ~ $299 ~ Only 20% of MSRP, as always ! - The Zephyr MK III features a 2 year warranty to the original owner.
Stereophile review for The Carmen: click here
Our Carmen design resolves high performance at an affordable price. A dramatic deep and wide soundstage, and ultra trackability.Made in the USA. Rebuild Price? ~ $199 ~ 20% of MSRP, as always ! - The Carmen mk II features a 2 year warranty to the original owner.Made in the USA.
A "Gruvy Award" recommendation at Analog Planet click for more
Our entry level design captures more than its share of recorded beauty — by design. Big soundstage, detail and resolution at an affordable price. Made in the USA. Rebuild Price? ~ $100 ~ Only 20% of MSRP, as always ! - The Otello features a 2 year warranty to the original owner.
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