Stax SR-L700 MK2
Stax SR-L700 MK2 open-back electrostatic headphones, featuring a thin diaphragm and etched electrodes derived from the SR-009, for enthusiasts of precise and nuanced listening.
Description
The Stax SR-L700 MK2 is a push-pull type electrostatic headphone, with an oval sound element and an enclosure open at the rear. It draws on some of the technologies developed for the SR-009 model, with a purpose-designed thin-film diaphragm and fixed electrodes machined using a tin-free three-layer etching process by heat diffusion.
This construction aims for a particular tonal balance: an extended response in the bass register, great refinement in the treble and a smooth midrange, without aggressiveness. The cable combines strands of 6N high-purity copper for the central conductors with six braided silver-plated conductors on the periphery, all within a flat parallel structure along its entire length, designed to reduce capacitance between conductors.
The headband is fitted with a ratcheted sliding mechanism, with ten adjustment positions for the ear pads. Once the position is chosen, it is retained without requiring further adjustment, which makes regular use over time easier. The pads are made from genuine lambskin leather, a material chosen for its softness against the head and its breathability.
These headphones are aimed at listeners seeking an analytical and nuanced listening experience, typical of electrostatic technology, for stationary home use paired with a dedicated amplifier compatible with this type of headphone.
What to check before buying used
The main point to check remains the lambskin ear pads: check their suppleness and the absence of cracks or hardened areas, as dried-out leather affects comfort and acoustic seal. Also check the headband's ratcheted sliding mechanism, which should firmly hold each of the ten positions without play or slipping. Finally, examine the flat cable and its sheath along its entire length: excessive twisting or a pronounced kink may affect the parallel structure of the conductors.
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