Headphones
Sennheiser HD800 Uber Class
More than 60 years of ingenious headphone engineering has been applied into the new HD 800. Incorporating Sennheiser's most advanced driver technology, these open, circum-aural dynamic stereo headphones redefine what reference-level audio is all about. You will form an altogether new height of sonic perspective as you experience a high-fidelity natural hearing experience. Do take note that presently, no other manufacturer has been able to come up as close as the HD 800 in replicating the basic acoustic conditions of natural hearing.
Features:
* New reference class in wired headphones
* Open, circum-aural dynamic stereo headphones
* Natural hearing experience - realistic and natural sound field with minimal resonance
* Biggest transducers ever used in headphones up to today - new innovative dynamic transducer design
* Uncovered earcups for acoustic and stylistic reasons
* Ear pads made of special high-quality Japanese Alcantara
* Metal headband with inner damping element
* Specially tuned symmetrical, impedance matching cable with low capacitance
* Special high precision headphone connectors
* 2 year warranty
Technical data:
Frequency response (headphones) : 6 ' 51,000 Hz(- 10 dB)
Frequency response (headphones) : 14 ' 44,100 Hz(- 3 dB)
Transducer principle : Dynamic, open
Nominal impedance : 300 Ω
Sound pressure level (SPL) : 102 dB (1kHz/1Vrms)
THD, total harmonic distortion : ≤0.02 % (1kHz/1Vrms)
Contact pressure : 3.4 N (± 0.3 N)approx.
Ear coupling : Circumaural
Weight w/o cable : 260 g
Jack plug : ¼' (6.3 mm)stereo jack
Cable length : 3m
Matching these headphones' reference-grade audio performance is their striking and visually effective industrial design. Premium parts have gone into their production - the transducer is encased by a precision material made of stainless steel; ear pads are made of special high-quality Japanese Alcantara; while the headband and headphone mounting utilises the most advanced development from the aerospace industry. In terms of connectivity, these headphones utilise specially-designed, four-wire, high-performance connections with Teflon insulation.
Grado "i" Series
What does the i stand for in the new "i" series from Grado' Improved, that's what! Yes, Grado has taken one of the world's most acclaimed headphones and taken it a few steps further by upgrading the driver and cable design.
With the new 8 conductor cable design you will notice improved control and stability of the upper and lower range of the frequency spectrum with both better supporting Grado's world renowned midrange.
Prestige series:
SR60i, SR80i, SR225i, SR325i
Denon AHD-2000
The superior headphone housing used in the AH-D2000 to produce high quality sound is made of materials yielding exceptional acoustic characteristics ensuring faithful reproduction of the original sound. Compound metal is used to increase density, making the sound more stable and clear.
High-quality cables made with 7N-OFC copper of equal lengths for the L/R channels are used to maintain optimum sound quality. A cloth mesh jacket is employed for cable protection and durability, and it is terminated with an aluminum covered connector plug for strength and performance.
A light-weight magnesium frame has been used so that listeners can enjoy maximum comfort during extended listening sessions.
Denon AHD-5000
The AH-D5000 has been designed for music lovers who want to enjoy a realistic sound in complete peace. The enclosures employ housings made of natural wood Mahogany with superior acoustic characteristics that are rich with a broad, natural sound. Mahogany is a very popular material for drum making and guitars because of its great integrity and capability to produce very dark, warm tones compared to other more common wood types like maple or birch. Along with its acoustic characteristics, mahogany's light weight makes it an excellent headphone material as well.
Microfiber has been used to form the diaphragm so that it faithfully reproduces the sonic details and delicate reverberations that occur in concert halls. The size of the Microfibers is approximately 1/100 that of natural cellulose used in ordinary diaphragms, and with this density, transmission rates are increased. In comparison, Microfiber diaphragms are (x20,000) and natural cellulose fiber diaphragms are (x150).
The Acoustic Optimizer provides optimum acoustic characteristics by adjusting the sound pressure balance in front of and behind the diaphragm. This makes the sound more dynamic, provides clear bass, and also keeps balance at low to mid frequency ranges.
The cable used is made of high purity 99.9% 7N OFC cable and employs an aluminum connector cover and a cloth mesh jacket. High-quality cables of equal length for the L/R channels are used to maintain optimum sound quality and performance.
Additionally the AH-D5000 headphones use a light-weight magnesium frame. This frame lets listeners enjoy maximum comfort during extended listening sessions.
Denon AHD-7000
Experience musical fidelity as you've never heard before with Denon's AH-D7000 Ultra Reference over-ear headphones. Combining old world craftsmanship with state-of-the-art technologies, the AH-D7000 re-defines the ultimate in headphone listening. The large diameter (50mm, 1.97') free edge Microfiber diaphragms provide extended frequency response, from the lowest bass notes all the way up to 45 kHz, to provide the ultimate listening experience with advanced high resolution audio formats such as SACD. High strength Neodymium magnets provide high efficiency and freedom from motor structure non-linearity. The elegant housings are crafted from real Mahogany wood, with intricate internal carving to enhance the natural tonal balance, and are finished in an elegant soft satin piano gloss. The lightweight tangle-free cable features reference grade 7N OFC (7 Nines ' 99.99999% Oxygen Free Copper) wiring, and is finished with an elastomer-coated cloth sheathing.
A luxurious storage case is provided.
Sennheiser IE-8
The flagship model of the IE Series, the IE 8 mark a milestone in the development of ear-canal phones. With their unique technology, the IE 8 enable the user to precisely fine-tune the bass response according to his or her preference. An interchangeable, Kevlar®-reinforced cable ensures a maximum of serviceability and flexibility; different cable lengths and configurations are available. The IE 8 come with a wide variety of ear adapters, offering a high noise attenuation of up to 26 dB!
The carrying case of the IE 8 has been fitted with (replaceable) dry salt pads. These pads ensure a constant level of humidity of the product when stored, which is particularly helpful as the ear-canal phones may have been exposed to sweat during use.
The IE 8 are optimised for professional monitoring use and ideal for portable AV devices like MP3, DVD and CD players, iPods, iPhones (iPhone and iPod are registered trademarks of Apple Inc. in the U.S. and other countries), or any other mobile phone with a 3.5mm stereo jack.
Grado PS1000
Grado is proud to introduce the new flagship of their headphone line, the PS1000. This hybrid design has an inner sleeve of a selected species of hand-crafted mahogany made by using an intricate curing process. Its outer housing of metal machined from a special non-resonant, very hard metal alloy utilizes a special processing and casting method to increase the porosity of the alloy. This combination of wood and metal insures that the earphone chamber has no "ringing" which might obscure detail or add coloration. The way the wood and metal housing moves air and reacts to sound vibrations is now virtually unaffected by transient distortions. Grado has also designed a new cable for the PS1000. The new eight-conductor cable design, utilizing UHPLC (ultra-high purity, long crystal) copper, improves control and stability of the total range of the frequency spectrum. The PS1000 also utilizes a newly re-configured voice coil and diaphragm design, resulting in unsurpassed speed and accuracy response. The cushion design creates the correct balance between the driver and hybrid housing to give the resulting musicality desired. The cushion design also makes the PS1000 one of the most comfortable to wear headphones in the world. Grado has taken all their knowledge and years of experience in controlling resonances and eliminating distortions and this has culminated in the development of their finest headphone ever, the PS1000.
Listen, enjoy and agree.