Rogers Launches LS3/5A & LS5/9 75th Anniversary Loudspeakers
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Rogers is celebrating their 75th anniversary by releasing two new editions of their famous LS series BBC monitor loudspeakers, the LS3/5A 75th Anniversary and LS5/9 75th Anniversary monitor loudspeakers. Both will be available in standard and SE versions and pay tribute to their original BBC designs while incorporating various subtle refinements. Production quantities are very limited.
LS3/5A 75th Anniversary SE
The Anniversary versions are finished in a real wood Teak veneer with a black Tygan grill and use WBT 0765 CU audiophile binding post with solid copper jump links, allowing for bi-wiring or bi-amping. Capturing the speakers iconic heritage, each speaker carries an individually numbered gold metal rear plate and comes with a hand-signed certificate.
For those looking for additional performance. The SE versions are also finished in a real wood Teak veneer, but also include an upgraded crossover and a front baffle made from Panzaholz, a dense composite wood known for its acoustic damping properties. These SE improvements are said to deliver enhanced clarity and detail while maintaining the essential character of the original BBC design.
LS5/9 75th Anniversary SE
The Rogers LS5/9 75th Anniversary and ES are upgrades to the highly regarded BBC grade 1 studio monitor that is known for its balance and neutrality. Their increased size provides, improved power handling, sensitivity and an extended LF response.
Strictly Limited Numbers
- Rogers LS3/5A 75th Anniversary: 150 pairs worldwide
- Rogers LS3/5A SE 75th Anniversary: 150 pairs worldwide
- Rogers LS5/9 75th Anniversary: 75 pairs worldwide
- Rogers LS5/9 SE 75th Anniversary: 75 pairs worldwide
Features At A Glance:
- Cabinet finish: limited run of real Teak wood veneer
- Tygan grill with gold “Rogers” badge
- Rear connections: WBT 0765 CU Audiophile binding post with solid copper jump links
- Rear label: individual serial number gold metal plate, with 75th Anniversary edition inscription
- 75th anniversary certificate, hand-signed
- *The SE versions includes a distinctive Panzaholz front baffle and an upgraded crossover for an elevated sonic experience.
Specifications:
MSRP :
- LS3/5A: (Std./SE)
- US: $TBA
- UK: £3,499/£4,499
- LS5/9: (Std./SE)
- US: $TBA
- UK: £5,999/£6,999
For more information visit the Rogers web site.
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