STAX SPIRIT S5, STAX SPIRIT S10, and W830NB all win Red Dot Awards for Product Design.
Recognized for its commitment to innovation and design excellence, Edifier is proud to announce that its STAX SPIRIT S5, STAX SPIRIT S10, and W830NB headphones have been honoured with the prestigious Red Dot Award for Product Design 2025.
The Red Dot Design Award is one of the most sought-after international seals of quality for product design. Guided by the motto “In search of good design and innovation”, the Red Dot Jury evaluates the design quality of each submission to determine which entries merit a Red Dot distinction. Comprising around 40 international experts from various fields, the jury carefully tests, discusses, and assesses each product individually. Key evaluation criteria include innovation, functionality, and durability.
The STAX SPIRIT S5, STAX SPIRIT S10, and W830NB stood out for their outstanding design quality and innovation, meeting the high aesthetic and functional standards set by the Red Dot jury. This recognition underscores Edifier's commitment to delivering products that combine cutting-edge audio performance with world-class design.
“Edifier is honoured to receive three Red Dot Awards in 2025. At Edifier, we place strong emphasis on designing and manufacturing premium audio solutions that reflect our commitment to technological innovation and design excellence. We are truly grateful that the entire Edifier team — from initial product conception and design to manufacturing and marketing — has been recognized by the Red Dot jury,” said Stanley Wen, CTO of Edifier.
The STAX SPIRIT S10 was the world's first True Wireless Planar Magnetic Earbuds with active noise cancellation, powered by Qualcomm® QCC5181 SoCs. The earbuds deliver exceptional sound quality and offer an immersive music listening experience that sets a new benchmark in wireless audio.
At its core, the STAX S10 features 12mm modularized planar magnetic drivers, which ensure uniform and consistent audio performance while supporting effective active noise cancellation. Its planar diaphragm, built on a 2μm polymer substrate with a total thickness of just 10μm, allows for excellent transient response and detailed sound reproduction.
Combining innovative technology with STAX’s legendary audio craftsmanship, the SPIRIT S10 redefined what listeners could expect from true wireless earbuds.
The STAX SPIRIT S5 are high-performance planar magnetic headphones, designed to deliver a premium listening experience typically reserved for high-end Hi-Fi audio equipment. Planar magnetic drivers—known for their precision and speed—offer rich detail, low distortion, and an impressive transient response, making them a favorite among audiophiles. The 2μm ultra-thin diaphragm combined with 2nd-generation EqualMass™ wiring technology achieves a sonic performance that rivals legendary electrostatic headphones — bringing reference-grade audio to everyday listening.
The Edifier W830NB headphones feature upgraded hybrid digital noise cancellation, reducing ambient noise by up to -45dB—an 18% improvement over the previous model. With a 94-hour battery life (ANC off) and a low-power chipset, the W830NB headphones are built for long listening sessions. Support for LDAC high-definition decoding delivers Hi-Res Wireless audio at up to 990kbps, offering triple the detail of standard Bluetooth codecs.
The Red Dot Design Award is a prestigious international recognition for outstanding product design. The STAX SPIRIT S5, STAX SPIRIT S10 and W830NB exemplify the aesthetic excellence and innovation that align with the high standards valued by the expert Red Dot jury.
About Edifier:
Edifier specializes in the design and manufacture of premium audio solutions that showcase technological innovation and design excellence. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Beijing, China, Edifier delivers outstanding sound experience through a wide range of audio systems for personal entertainment and professional use. Renowned for its award-winning design philosophy, expertise and innovation in acoustic technology, and superior manufacturing standards, Edifier is one of today’s leading innovators of audio electronics.
