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Stax SR-003 MkII Electrostatic IEM with D10 Amp / DAC

Stax SR-003 MkII In-Ear-Monitor with SRM-D10 Amp / DAC

Stax Electrostatic Headphones are legendary, the world’s best in the high performance headphone category. Stax can make that claim because they invented the world’s first electrostatic headphone in 1960. Their flagship SR-009S sells for $4325 and is acclaimed by audio journalists worldwide as the best of the best. 

Now you can enjoy that famous Stax sound at the lowest price ever.  It’s a complete system that includes the SRM-D10 Portable Amp / DAC.  Electrostats require a special type of headphone amp that energizes the electrostatic field and amplifies the signal. The Stax D10 runs on a lithium-ion re-chargeable battery, good for 4 hours listening at full charge. It can also be plugged into a power outlet with its AC adapter.  

Portable electrostatic headphones are now available from Stax, the first name in electrostatic headphones. If you’ve dreamed about owning electrostatic headphones, this is a way to start.

AirPulse™ A100 Active Wireless Speakers / pr.

High-end Sound at a Revolutionary Price!

Designed for audiophiles by the legendary speaker designer Phil Jones, the new Airpulse A100 is a 5″ two-way with custom hard-anodized aluminum woofers and 2.5″ Ribbon Tweeters, with plug & play simplicity, wireless streaming, a Hi Res audio system with remote control.

For small to medium sized rooms, the A300 defines the modern audiophile with its clutter-free ease of use.  Stream your favorite music via Bluetooth and be prepared for the ultimate listening experience.  Better parts and design makes this product the best in its class.

• Tweeter: Horn-Loaded 2.5” Ribbon Tweeter
• Mid-Woofer: 5” Aluminum Cone Under-hung Voice-coil 
• Amplifier System: Class D Digital Amplifier With Xmos Processor
• Power Output: 50 Watts RMS x 2
• Frequency Range: 52Hz – 40KHz
• Signal-Noise Ratio L/R: ≥90dB(A)
• Inputs: Analog RCA / XLR, PC, USB, Optical, Bluetooth.
• The USB & Optical Inputs Support Up to 24 bit/ 192KHz Input Sample Rate 
• Subwoofer Out: 800mV(max)
• Mains Voltage: 100-240 V AC/50-60 Hz
• Cabinet Size (WxHxD): 6.3″ (160mm) W x 11.2″ (283mm) H x 10″ (255mm) D
• Net Weight: 11 Kg(24.2lbs)
• Gross Weight: 13.4 Kg(29.5lbs)
• Packing Size (HxWxD): 387x489x353mm

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AirPulse™ A300 Active Wireless Speakers / pr.

High-End Sound at a Revolutionary Price!

Designed for audiophiles by legendary speaker designer Phil Jones, the new Airpulse A300 is a 6.5″ two-way with custom hard-anodized aluminum woofers and 3″ Ribbon Tweeters, with plug & play simplicity, wireless streaming, hi res audio system with remote control.

For small to medium sized rooms, the A300 defines the modern audiophile with its clutter-free ease of use.  Stream your favorite music via Bluetooth and be prepared for the ultimate listening experience.  Better parts and design makes this product the best in its class.

Specifications:

• Tweeter: Horn-Loaded 3” Ribbon Tweeter
• Mid-Woofer: 6.5″ Aluminum Cone, Under-hung Voice-coil, Neo-Mag 
• Amplifier System: Class D Digital Amplifier With Xmos Processor
• Power Output: 80 watts per channel 
• Frequency Range: 40Hz-40KHz
• Signal-Noise Ratio L/R: ≥90dB (A)
• Inputs: Analog RCA & XLR Balanced, USB, Optical, Coaxial, Bluetooth
• USB, Optical and Coaxial Support Up to 24 bit / 192 KHz Sample Rate
• Mains Voltage: 100-240 VAC / 50-60 Hz
• Cabinet: Vented 225 x 385 x 340mm (WHD)
• Net Weight: 24kg (53lbs)  Gross Weight: 29Kg (64lbs) 

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Stax SR-L300 Electrostatic Headphone

The Most Famous Electrostatic Headphone in the World…The Legendary Stax SR-L300.  

The first time you hear an electrostatic headphone, you’re immediately stunned by the transparent sound quality that easily outperforms dynamic and planar magnetic competitors.  The moving diaphragm is ultra low mass, making it ultra fast, for the best transient response ever. This is a true Open Air design, no back-wave interference with the natural di-pole output, just like full range electrostatic speakers.

Recordings you thought you knew become 3 dimensional, the way sound is heard in real life. The ear cups are large and rectangular because inside there’s an oval full range electrostatic speaker.  Soft Alcantara Leather ear cups provide a soft, luxurious fit with plenty of room for large ears.  They look different because they are different from every other headphone, a classic in its own time.

The SR-L300 is the entry-level full range Stax electrostatic headphone at a price never thought possible.

• Type: Push-Pull electrostatic oval sound element, Open-Air type enclosure
• Frequency Response: 7 Hz – 41 KHz
• Capacitance: 110 pF (including cable)
• Sensitivity: 101 dB / 100V r.m.s. 1 kHz
• Max SPL: 112 dB
• Bias Voltage: 580V DC
• Ear Pads: High-quality synthetic leather
• Cable: OFC parallel 6-strand, low-capacity wide cable, 2.5m full length
• Weight: 4 oz without cable / 15.8 oz with cable

All Stax models must be paired with a matching DC Bias Energizer / Amp to generate the electrostatic field and deliver the audio signal to the stators, choose from one of the following models. Click for full specs.

Note: Essence is the most up to date authorized Stax dealer in the USA.  Purchasing from Japan will void the warranty, buy with confidence, fast service, and free shipping in the USA From Essence, the experts in electrostatic sound.                                   

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Stax Electrostatic Headphones

Stax SR-009S Electrostatic Headphone

The Best of the Best.

Stax invented the world’s first electrostatic headphone in 1960, achieving legendary status as the best performing headphones in the world. They have more in common with full range electrostatic speakers like Martin Logan than they do to conventional headphones. 

Think of them as “earspeakers” and prepare for the ultimate audiophile listening experience. The Model SR-009S is the current Stax “flagship”, the best of the best. 

• Type: Push-Pull Open Back Circular Electrostatic Headphone
• Frequency Response: 5 – 42,000Hz
• Electrostatic Capacitance: 110pF (including cable)
• Impedance: 145k Ω (including cable, at 10kHz)
• Sound Pressure Sensitivity: 101dB / 100V r.m.s. 1 kHz
• Maximum Sound Pressure:118dB / 400Hz
• Bias Voltage: 580V DC
• Ear Pads: Genuine Lamb Leather (direct skin contact), high-quality synthetic leather (surrounding portion)
• Cable: Silver-coated 6N (99.9999%) OFC parallel 6-strand, low-capacity special wide cable, 2.5m full length
• Weight: 1lb without cable / 1.3lb with cable
• Electrostatic elements use no magnets, they are free from magnetic hysteresis distortion that is prominent in dynamic type headphones.
• Made in Japan

All Stax models must be paired with a matching DC Bias Energizer / Amp to generate the electrostatic field and deliver the audio signal to the stators, choose from one of the following models. Click each model for full specs.

Note: Essence is the most up to date authorized Stax dealer in the USA.  Purchasing from Japan will void the warranty, buy with confidence, fast service, and free shipping in the USA from Essence, the electrostatic experts.

Edifier S2000 Pro Active, Wireless Speaker System / pr.

Audiophile Dream System by Edifier.  Classic Italian Design Meets Leading Edge Technology

Edifier brings leading-edge speaker technology based on the designs of Phil Jones to a classic Italian style speaker system.  Edifier’s S2000 Pro Active bookshelf / stand-mount speakers feature the elegance of real Birch side panels

The S2000 Pro bookshelf speakers include state-of-the-art Class D amplification with DSP, Full function Preamp with a 24/192K DAC and remote control, digital and analog inputs plus Bluetooth Wireless reception for streaming music from your phone.  It’s the perfect blend of classic design and high performance. With it’s attention to detail, the S2000 Pro delivers audiophile performance at a stunning price.

• Four EQ Modes
• Wireless remote
• Inputs supported: coaxial, optical, XLR, RCA, AUX, and Bluetooth
• Bi-Amp Design with DSP
• Built-in Preamp with 24/192K DAC
• Aluminum Woofer Designed by Phil Jones

Acoustic Energy AE309 Speaker System / pr.

AE309

The AE309 is a new slim-line floor-standing loudspeaker with compact dimensions, suitable for medium to large sized rooms. Similar to the AE300, the AE309 offers higher levels of performance and finish than its competition and remains true to its pedigree, the original AE-1.  As shown in Piano Black Gloss.

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Acoustic Energy AE300 Premium Bookshelf Speaker / pr.

The AE300 by the UK’s Acoustic Energy is a new bookshelf / stand-mount loudspeaker suitable for small to medium sized rooms. Featuring the infamous Phil Jones-designed hard-anodized aluminum cone woofer, inert cabinet, and deluxe finish, it offers a significant step up in both audio quality, materials, and cabinet finish of speakers typically found in this price range. 

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