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By What Hi-Fi? published 21 April 22

Sumiko’s Rainier MM cartridge proves that musical enjoyment doesn’t have to cost the earth.

By What Hi-Fi? published 7 March 22

Vertere’s Sabre moving magnet delivers a performance to savour, making this an excellent alternative to the best moving coil designs at this price.

By What Hi-Fi? published 5 October 21

The Quintet Blue is modestly priced by moving coil cartridge standards, but it delivers an excellent all-round performance.

By What Hi-Fi? published 5 October 21

A well-balanced performer that works well across a wide range of music.

By What Hi-Fi? published 23 July 20

Audio-Technica’s moving coil cartridge has morphed into a five-strong range, starting with the AT-OC9XEN step-up model.

By What Hi-Fi? published 22 July 19

Pro-Ject goes own brand, producing a talented moving coil cartridge that works well with all genres of music.

By What Hi-Fi? published 18 December 18

Roksan's latest Corus cartridge marks a shift of design and sonic balance from its predecessor, but is it a positive move?

By What Hi-Fi? published 21 April 17

Easily good enough to give quality digital kit something to think about

By What Hi-Fi? published 20 April 17

A steady hand that lets the heart of the music shine through.

By What Hi-Fi? published 19 April 17

A decent choice for a budget deck