The Edifier STAX SPIRIT S5 launches with a Qualcomm QCC5181 flagship chip

Edifier has launched new wireless headphones in China. Called the Edifier STAX SPIRIT S5, the wireless headphones are equipped with the Qualcomm QCC518, which is a flagship chipset. On top of that, there’s Hi-Res Audio Wireless certification.

All this, plus other flagship features, make the Edifier STAX SPIRIT S5 a worthy flagship wireless headphone. This also means that the price is on the expensive side. To be specific, the starting price in China is CNY 2,980. That translates to about $412, making the headphones competitive with the high-end Sony WH-1000XM5 and Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones.

All the high-end features of the Edifier STAX SPIRIT S5

There are a large number of features that make the Edifier STAX SPIRIT S5 worth the asking price. Among them are:

Planar Magentic drivers

The Edifier STAX SPIRIT S5 wireless headphones feature planar magnetic drivers. They provide a larger control area than traditional diaphragms. This results in lower distortion, good transient response and a wider frequency range. Plus, the ultra-thin diaphragm has a base material only 2 μm thick.

Combined with the 2nd generation EqualMassTM patented wiring technology, the new STAX SPIRIT S5 enjoys improved acoustics. All this makes the wireless headphones provide excellent detail and a superior listening experience.

Additionally, there is a patented Flux magnetic circuit array design. This combines the precise mapping of the flux to the steel to offer uniform magnetic field intensity. It also maximizes the use of streaming, offering a wider soundstage.

First class build quality of the Edifier STAX SPIRIT S5

Edifier didn’t skimp on build quality. The STAX SPIRIT S5 headphones use cowhide eartips. This, combined with a pressure-reducing headband pad, makes the headphones comfortable to wear. There is also a rotating shaft that provides a secure attachment.

The best Qualcomm QCC5181 flagship chip

Another big highlight of the Edifier STAX SPIRIT S5 is the Qualcomm QC5181. It is a flagship chipset that supports Bluetooth 5.4. Most importantly, the chip supports Snapdragon Sound. For those wondering, this is a sound platform that promises to provide excellent listening.

This is not all! Qualcomm QC5181 makes STAX SPIRIT S5 enjoy 89ms low latency and aptX Voice ultra-wideband voice technology. As Qualcomm says, it can offer a 32 kHz voice experience. The Edifier goes above and beyond with dual microphones and advanced noise cancellation. They provide an even better calling experience.

Edifier STAX SPIRIT S5 high-end codec support

The STAX SPIRIT S5 wireless headphones support all codecs under Qualcomm Snapdragon Sound system. This includes aptX Adaptive, aptX HD and aptX Lossless. You also get two basic codecs: LHDC and LDAC. Edifier says the transmission throughput is 1.2 Mbps.

It is worth noting that the STAX SPIRIT S5 has two gold certificates. They are Hi-Res and Hi-Res wireless. These two certifications make the wireless headphones strong against the competition.

Other highlights of the headset

In addition to offering a great audio experience, the Edifier STAX SPIRIT S5 provides reliable battery life. It comes with a 1500 mAh battery that can offer a total of 80 hours of operation. Edifier offers two audio cables, AUX and USB-C, for hassle-free wired listening.

It also has an audiophile mode. This mode allows you to customize the EQ of the STAX SPIRIT S5 and switch between 3 studio level EQ sound effects.