Vinyl Asylum: REVIEW: Sumiko Blue Point Special Phono Cartridge by shermanr@prw.net

Model:	Blue Point Special
Category:	Phono Cartridge
Suggested Retail Price:	$250
Description:	High Output Moving Coil
Manufacturer URL:	Sumiko
Manufacturer URL:	Sumiko

Review by shermanr@prw.net ( A ) on January 31, 2006 at 11:39:54
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Owned and enjoyed the Blue Point Special for about 3 month's. Then the accident happened and I snapped the stylus.
The BPS sound excellent, the music is portrayed with a speed and clarity unlike any MM type.
I don't recommend this cartridge for Linn Akito owners. The BPS needs to sit all the way back, I mean all the way with the tonearm wires bent so that the aligment will work.
The BPS has a large back plate.
I highly recommend this cartridge for anyone looking for a nervous thrill wondering when the dreaded date with destiny will finally arrive.
Sonically I can find no faults. The sound is wide and expansive with plenty of air around instruments. At the price level it should be considered a bargain.
Must be installed very, very, carefully. And no alcoholic beverages must be consumed during use.

Product Weakness: Very easily damaged. Repair is expensive.
Product Strengths: Sound, price and value

Associated Equipment for this Review:
Amplifier:	Dynaco Mk3 clone
Preamplifier (or None if Integrated):	Dynaco PAS-4
Sources (CDP/Turntable):	Linn LP12/Akito
Speakers:	Audax 2 way sealed
Cables/Interconnects:	Cardas Golden Reference
Music Used (Genre/Selections):	Electronica, Jazz, Classic Rock
Other (Power Conditioner etc.):	Adcom ACE-515
Type of Audition/Review:	Product Owner

Product Weakness:	Very easily damaged. Repair is expensive.
Product Strengths:	Sound, price and value