Rogers - LS5/9 Classic Loudspeaker

Rogers LS5/9 Classic Loudspeakers

BBC Approved - Manufactured by Rogers International UK Limited under LS5/9 design specifications licensed from the British Broadcasting Corporation

Handcrafted in the UK to traditional BBC specifications, the BBC-licensed Rogers LS5/9 Classic delivers exceptional musical integrity for both music lovers and recording studios.

Heritage & Legacy
Established in North London in 1947 by Jim Rogers, the brand has a rich history of audio excellence:
Pioneered early transistor amplifiers and tuners in the 1960s and 70s.
Introduced the groundbreaking LS3/6 studio monitor in 1970, followed by the legendary LS3/5A.
Developed the original BBC-licensed LS5/9 Grade-one monitor in 1983.
Reintroduced the LS5/9 Classic following the successful 2018 return of the LS3/5A, featuring modern component refinements and an upgraded Audax HD34 tweeter.

Craftsmanship & Specifications
Built with meticulous attention to detail and hand-finished in the UK:
Cabinet Construction: Finest 9mm Russian Birch plywood with hardwood-battened beech joints, balanced real wood veneers, and bituminous damping panels.
Aesthetics: Elegant black Tygan grille, available in standard Walnut and Olive satin finishes (custom finishes available upon request).
Components: Hand-soldered using silver solder, featuring a high-quality dividing network with ten reactive elements, 17 resistors, and high-voltage metallized capacitors.
Connectivity & Tuning: Silver-plated, single-wire 4mm Multi-Contact sockets, with high-frequency levels adjustable via resistor jump links.

Note: Matching Rogers stands sold separately.
Partnering the NEW Rogers Panzerholz stand with the Rogers LS5/9 loudspeakers deliver the most natural open bass performance from just about any reflex system, where effortless dynamics and superb lifelike tonality win the day.

Rogers LS5/9 Classic Specifications:

System Type: Two-way bass reflex
Frequency Response: 50Hz-16kHz +/- 3dB
Bass/Midrange Driver: Rogers 210mm polypropylene cone/vinyl surround
Tweeter: Audax 34mm with phase correction; Rogers' in-house modified
Crossover Frequency: 3KHz - 27 precision element 18dB per Octave
Sensitivity: 87dB for 2.83V at 1M
Nominal Impedance: 8ohms
Recommended Amplifier Range: 30-100 Watts (Unclipped - Not to exceed any amplifier range as damage may result)
Maximum SPL: 106 dBA typical in room
Cabinet: Cabinet 9mm Birch ply critically damped
Grille: Black Tygan
Standard Satin Finish: Walnut and Olive
Connections: Stereo pair 4mm banana sockets
Dimensions (H,W,D): 18"x 11"x 11.25" w/grill
Weight each: 26.45 lbs
BBC-licensed