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Sumiko Moonstone

Stylus: RS Moonstone
Series: Oyster Series
Type: ММ
Stylus Shape: Elliptical[ radii (mil / µm) 0.3 × 0.7 mil ]
Price: 299 USD (2018)
Class: Mid-Range

Mounting: standard 1/2"
Weight & Dimensions (H×W×D): 6.5 g · 17.2 × 18.8 × 29 mm
Output Voltage: 3 mV
Frequency Response: 12–33 000 Hz
Channel Separation: 30 dB
Channel Balance: ≤ 0.5 dB
Recommended Load: 47 kΩ || 100–200 pF
Tracking Force: 1.8–2.2 g (nominal 2.0 g)
VTA: 25°
Compliance Value: 12 × 10⁻⁶ cm/dyne (100 Hz)
Cantilever: Ø0.5 mm aluminum pipe

Replacement

Sumiko	RS Olympia	Elliptical
Sumiko	RS Rainier	Elliptical

add 01/25/2026 · upd. 01/25/2026