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Benz-Micro Ace L

The Benz-Micro Ace L comes from the Swiss workshop as a low output MC design. Its 0.4 mV output requires a dedicated MC phono input or a step up transformer. The MicroRidge stylus tracks between 1.6 and 1.9 g by specification. The stylus is integrated, so a worn diamond means a retip.

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Stylus: Integrated
Series: ACE
Type: MC
Stylus Shape: MicroRidge[ radii (mil / µm) 5 × 120 µm ]
Class: Upper Mid-Range

Mounting: standard 1/2"
Weight & Dimensions (H×W×D): 8.8 g
Output Voltage: 0.4 mV
Frequency Response: 20–20 000 Hz
Channel Separation: 29 dB
Recommended Load: > 100 Ω
Tracking Force: 1.6–1.9 g
VTA: 21°
Compliance Value: 15 cu
Cantilever: solid boron rod (≈0.28 mm)

Additional Info

The Benz-Micro Ace L pairs a boron cantilever with a MicroRidge tip for a refined, textured character that never turns sharp. The soundstage spreads wide and well-focused, vocals sit naturally forward and grounded, and taut bass keeps brighter systems comfortable. Acoustic, jazz and vocal-driven records where nuance outranks raw slam reward it most. The stylus is integrated, so once worn only a retip helps.

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add 02/08/2026 · upd. 08/02/2026