Description
Benz Micro LP-S
The Benz Micro LP-S It is, without question, one of the most prestigious and renowned phono cartridges in the analogue world. Designed and manufactured in Switzerland with the meticulousness that characterises Benz Micro, it represents the culmination of decades of experience in the pursuit of ultimate musical fidelity.
That is it: Albert Lukaschek's personal masterpiece. For many, however, it is simply one of the best MC cartridges in history.
The company owner has poured all their knowledge and skills into this scanner, regardless of development and production costs.
The sound result was unrivalled up to that point: incredibly powerful and dynamic, yet at the same time extremely detailed and absolutely coherent, this MC system reproduces the perfect image of the musical original. Technical finesse, such as a coil former made of real ruby and a solid interior made of the finest brass, are just two of the highlights that are protected by an ebony casing selected after lengthy listening tests.
You have to have heard a Benz Micro LP-S once. But mind you: there’s no turning back!
With its 16 gram brass body, the LP-S offers stability and optimal mass to extract even the finest detail from vinyl grooves. Its low-output moving coil design ensures extremely precise playback, with a wide, deep, three-dimensional soundstage, in which voices and instruments appear with a naturalness bordering on the tangible.
The sound of the Benz Micro LP-S is recognised for its masterly balance between resolution and musicality:
- Deep, articulate and heavy bass.
- Silky, realistic and nuanced mids.
- Fine, detailed highs without any harshness.
Benz Micro LP S
The capsule that turned musicality into a benchmark
The Benz Micro LP S It represents one of the great works of modern analogue high fidelity. Manufactured in Switzerland with the artisanal rigor that characterises the brand, this very low output moving coil cartridge has been conceived for those who seek more than just detail: they seek emotion, naturalness and an authentic connection with vinyl.
From the opening bars, the LP S makes its personality clear. The sound flows with an uncommon elegance, featuring a wide, deep and perfectly organised soundstage. Vocals appear with body and real texture, instruments retain their natural timbre and the silences between notes acquire that blackness that only great cartridges can deliver.
His ability to extract information from the groove is outstanding, yet always without falling into harshness or artifice. There is no empty showiness here. There is balance, refinement and musical truth. The bass is firm and articulate, the midrange is rich and organic, and the treble is open, delicate and full of air.
The build quality of the Benz Micro LP S lives up to its prestige. Noble materials, extremely precise tolerances and hand assembly guarantee durable and stable performance. Each unit conveys that feeling of a serious product, designed to last and to complement very high-end systems.
It is a cartridge particularly appreciated by experienced enthusiasts who value long listening sessions without fatigue, where the music takes precedence over technical analysis. Jazz, classical, vocals, acoustic rock or great modern recordings: the LP S adapts with confidence and class to any repertoire.
In a market full of passing fads, the Benz Micro LP S It still holds a place of respect among truly important capsules. It doesn't seek to impress for five minutes, but rather to win you over for many years.
In Lyric Audio Élite
We select products with judgement, expertise and a passion for music. The Benz Micro LP S it is one of those pieces that single-handedly justifies the endurance of vinyl as the supreme format for so many enthusiasts.
Listening to her is understanding why some legends are still alive.
Specifications:
- Model: LP-S
- Type: moving coil
- Features: micro ridge diamond, real ruby coils, brass system carrier, ebony body
- Output voltage: 0.34 mV
- Weight: 16.4 grams
- Stylus compliance: 15 µm / mN
- Self-impedance: 38Ω
- Termination impedance: 500 – 47,000 Ω
- Recommended tracking force: 1.8 – 2.0 grams
A cartridge that demands a top-tier tone arm and a matching phono stage, but rewards you with a unique experience: the essence of the music reproduced with the utmost purity and emotion.
The Benz Micro LP-S It is not just a component; it is a statement of intent for the vinyl lover who seeks the best without compromise.












Jorge Vara Pérez (verified owner) –
From the moment I started using the Benz Micro LPs cartridge, I was absolutely blown away by its exceptional performance. Its ability to reproduce sound in such a smooth and gentle way, without sacrificing resolution, is simply astonishing. Every musical detail is presented with stunning clarity; I can now experience my favourite records in a totally new and exciting way.
I am very pleased with my purchase; it has elevated my listening experience to a completely new level and I would enthusiastically recommend it to any audio enthusiast looking to significantly improve their sound quality.»
Luis Ramiro Cruz Orduña (verified owner) –
I have had several cartridges, and turntables, in my wanderings through the world of audio and specifically the analogue world. I discovered the Hana ML and what a great discovery it was, very resolute and detailed. I wanted to make the step up to one of the greats and the Benz Micro LP-S has been nirvana for me; a 2-tonne curtain has been lifted, with a dynamic transparency and detail that truly hooks you. The mids, vocals and strings are sublime. I doubt I'll change my cartridge now. As they warn, whoever tries it keeps it.