Divinely Inspired
Building on the Rainier, the Olympia features an improved cantilever assembly that reduces moving mass, resulting in smoother groove tracking, more nuance, and an extended frequency response. The slightly lower output compared to the Rainier reduces noise in an already quiet design, improving imaging and delivering a level of realism rarely found in this class of cartridge.
Handcrafted in Japan
From Oyster to Reference, every Sumiko cartridge is handcrafted in Yokohama, Japan—near the waters where the namesake oysters live. Sumiko selects the finest materials by ear, which together deliver a performance that has enlightened generations of listeners. Each design is thoroughly tested until perfect. Production is then carried out by world-class craftsmen with a shared eye for precision and quality.
Suitable for light and medium-weight tonearms. Upgrade with a Moonstone, Wellfleet, or Amethyst stylus. Can be used with an RS78 stylus to play shellac records.
Technical Specifications
Output Voltage: 4mV
Amplifier Input/Termination: Phono MM/47kΩ
Weight: 6.5g
Dynamic Stylus Compliance, Lateral: 12μm*
Stylus Diamond: Elliptical (r/r 8 x 18μm).
Tracking Force: 2g
* Stylus compliance measured at 100Hz