Benz Micro LP & LP-S

The LP & LP-S incorporates a higher mass frame for improved coupling to tonearms, evolved ruby square plate generator housed in a special, limited edition, aged ebony body.

The LP S weighs in at 16.4 grams, and provides enhanced vibration and resonant characteristics, resulting in greater dynamic contrast, deeper bass and increased resolution from all records.

Specifications

• Output Voltage: 0.34mV (both)
• Stylus size: 5 x 120µm
• Impedance: 38 ohms
• Loading range: >400 ohms
• Weight: 10.7 grams (LP), 16.4 grams (LP-S)
• Compliance: 15cu
• Tracking: 1.8-2 grams

Benz Micro LP & LP-S Awards & Reviews

TAS Review

“I don’t think we yet have developed the language to capture what the Benz itself does…of what makes it so special. The longer you listen to the cartridge—and the more it warms up—the more revealing it becomes in the sense of warmly inviting you in to listen more deeply to the textures, harmonics, and little subtleties that make up the basic foundations of the music itself.”

6 Moons Review

“In general terms, if the Benz LP‐S is any indication of a new performance standard then I think we may have entered a new golden age in moving coil cartridge performance. In my tenure at 6moons, I have developed a bit of a reputation as being harder to please than some of my colleagues. That may be true but when I come across a really great product and proclaim it so, I would suggest you can take it to the bank. In short, this cartridge paints a vivid and complex tapestry of sound that is so beguiling and exciting to be truly addictive. Every morning I came downstairs wondering what I was going to play first. The Benz LP‐S cartridge was such a revelation that I cannot resist buying one. While this will be the most expensive cartridge I ever purchased ($5,000.00) A Blue Moon Award is definitely in order”

Online

» 10audio.com – LP-S and Gullwing SLR Cartridges, August 2013

Hard-copy

The Absolute Sound 2011 High-End Audio Buyer’s Guide
Benz Micro LP S

Stereophile Recommended Components (October 2010)
Benz Micro LP-S

The Absolute Sound (October 2010)
Benz Micro LP S-MR

HiFi News (August 2009)
Benz Micro LP S-Class

The Absolute Sound – HP’s Workshop (January 2006)
Benz Micro LP Phono Cartridge