Stax SR-L500MK2 Lambda Open Back Headphones

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Description

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SPECIAL NOTE: Specifications: U.S. Version, 1 Year Parts & Labor Warranty.

A NEW VERSION with a Detachable Cable

The first SR-Lambda series was introduced 36 years ago and it has further developed into a new-generation SR-Lambda with its newly designed enclosure - the new SR-L500 advanced Lambda series Earspeaker.

Top Quality Sound Element

Hand selected thin-film diaphragm as well as tough stainless fixed electrodes has been employed for the SR-L500. Thus, rich deep bass response, delicate high frequency and soothing mid-range has been achieved in a balanced manner.

10-Click Type Headband Assembly

The headband (ARC) assembly of the SR-L500 is equipped with 10-click slider mechanism for head pad height adjustment adopted from SR-009 and SR-507. Once adjusted, the slider always maintains its optimal position to make readjustment unnecessary. This enables you to enjoy hours of pleasant music listening with utmost comfort.

Low Capacitance Wide Hybrid Cable

High performance pure copper HiFC developed by Hitachi employs the core wires. HiFC has various advantages, including similar sonic characteristics as used in SR-009 and SR-L500 6N high purity 99.99999% copper wires. The entire cable are then arranged in a flat, wide format configuration to lower the capacitance between each wires and finished with the most suitable structure to drive the earspeaker.

New Genuine Lamb Leather Earpads

New earpad design is carefully hand crafted with high quality synthetic leather for utmost comfort for hours of music enjoyment as well as sound performance.

The level of micro-detail was mesmerizing, and the way the sound floated effortlessly reminded me of how the atmosphere is at 10,000 ft.; so clear and delicate. Everything plays effortlessly; turning up the volume doesn't produce any distortion. The bass was punchier and more present than I thought it would be, given the reputation of both electrostatic speakers and headphones not being able to reach deep. Perfect for jazz and vocals...
-Lory Hawley, Secrets of Home Theater and High Fidelity

Technical Specifications

Type: Push-Pull Open Back Oval Electrostatic Earspeaker Headphone
Frequency Response: 7 - 41,000Hz
Electrostatic Capacitance: 110pF (including cable)
Impedance: 145k O (including cable, at 10kHz)
Sound Pressure Sensitivity: 101dB / 100V r.m.s. 1 kHz
Maximum Sound Pressure: 118dB / 400Hz
Bias Voltage: 580V DC
Left & Right Identification: "L" and "R" indicated on the arc assembly Left channel cable is marked with a solid line. Right channel is marked with a dotted line.
Ear Pads:High quality synthetic leather
Cable: HiFC parallel 6-strand, low-capacity special wide copper cable, 2.5m full length
Weight: 0.75lb without cable / 1lb with cable