“ …the Black sounded surprisingly extraordinary in the areas of palpable instrumental/vocal timbre, transparency, speed, and clarity right out of the box.”
APRIL 2, 2026
"The Umami Red is not just the most engaging cartridge I’ve had in my system, but it’s one of the most engaging cartridges I’ve ever heard..."
"...the Umami Red represents one of the smartest “steps up” to the high end you can make in my opinion"
- Michael Johnson, Audiophilia.com
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Join Us at AXPONA 2026 APRIL 10-12th, 2026: We invite you to experience world-class analog playback at AXPONA 2026. You can schedule a private appointment or simply stop by — walk-ins are welcome. You’ll find us on the main floor in the Connection Room, Perfection Room and Knowledge Room, alongside our Chicago dealer, Quintessence Audio.
MARCH 31, 2026
Simply put, the Excel Sound team has delivered a masterpiece.
FEBRUARY 11, 2026