Benz Micro

The fourth generation of the original Benz wood body cartridge, the Ref S uses the Micro Ridge stylus and the generator developed for the Ebony L.

The Benz Micro Gullwing Moving Coil MC Cartridge is a hybrid of the LP S class, Ruby and Glider cartridges. The Gullwing models include the SLR (S Class, L for low output (.35mV at 3.54cm/sec), and R for Ruby) and SHR “higher output” version (.7mV at 3.54cm/sec). Gullwing is our homage to the Benz Glider symbol and the classic Mercedes Benz 300SL.

The Ruby Z cartridges weigh only 10.6 grams, making them ideal for a wide range of tonearms, including today’s state-of-the-art, and vintage models lacking the energy control, bearing designs, or counter-weight range. 

The Benz Ebony series are designer Albert Lukaschek’s ultimate realization of his cross-coil generator based cartridges. Each use the best materials such as Ebony wood body, MicroRidge stylus and the most advanced coil windings for their application.

The latest LP S incorporates a higher mass brass frame for improved coupling to tonearms, evolved ruby square plate generator and Ebony body. Brass, an alloy of copper and tin, complements Ebony, materials used for building musical instruments.