Sussurro Paua vs Paua
The Paua's output is 0.4 mV against the Sussurro Paua's 0.3 mV and its tracking force 1.8 g against 2.0 g. Both share compliance (10 cu) and channel separation (34 dB).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$2,500
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About the Sussurro Paua
The Soundsmith Sussurro Paua is a premium low-output moving iron phono cartridge designed for audiophiles seeking exceptional analog playback. It features a nude contact line diamond stylus bonded with Soundsmith's secure mount technique to a dual mode aluminum alloy cantilever, resulting in very low moving mass and excellent transient response. The cartridge operates optimally with loading between 1,000 and 4,000 ohms, unlike standard 47k loading cartridges. It includes a six-sided shielding system to minimize background noise, making it one of the quietest phono cartridges available. The Sussurro Paua is praised for its warmth, smoothness, and detailed musical reproduction, with very high channel separation and low channel difference. It is hand made and designed by Peter Ledermann, reflecting Soundsmith's dedication to analog excellence.
Specifications
Cartridge
Phono cartridge specifications
- Cartridge Type
- MI
- Output Voltage
- 0.3 mV
- Tracking Force
- 2.0 g
- Stylus Type
- line_contact
- Stylus Size
- 0.1 µm
- Compliance
- 10 cu
- Channel Separation
- 34 dB
- Impedance
- 10Ω
- Inductance
- 2.75 mH
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions