The LP S-Class incorporates a high-mass brass frame for improved coupling to tonearms, an evolved ruby square plate generator and an Ebony body. The LP S-Class has 50% more mass than the previous model for enhanced vibrational and resonant characteristics, thus revealing greater dynamic contrast, deeper bass and increased resolution from all records.

Benz LP S-Class Specifications

Output: .36mV

Stylus: 5x120µm

Impedance: 38 ohms

Loading range: >400 ohms

Weight: 16g

Compliance: 15cu

Tracking force: 1.8-2g

Cartridge Trade Details
All old and used Benz and Clearaudio cartridges have trade value toward new Benz models. This trade value varies based on what model you already have and what model you plan to purchase. Please see the list below to determine your final price after the trade discount.

If you have a cartridge that you'd like to trade in, please place an order for the appropriate trade option. We will process the order with the discount applied and ship your new cartridge. We will then issue you an RA number by email or phone. Please reference that number when you send us your old cartridge. We require receipt of the trade within 30 days of order placement, after which point we are authorized to charge you the full retail price of the cartridge you ordered.

Needle Doctor Contact Info and Address

LP S-Class Trade Options

No trade: $5000

Any other Benz or Clearaudio: $3750

Any Glider or Ace: $3500

Any Wood Bodied Benz or Gullwing: $3250

Older Benz LP: $3000

LP S-Class Re-tip Exchange: $2750