Audeze CRBN Electrostatic Headphones

CRBN (pronounced "Carbon") Electrostatic Headphones, by Audeze.

Audeze originally developed this carbon technology working with Prof. Mark S. Cohen Ph.D., UCLA School of Medicine and his team, for use in magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Typical ferrous metals could not be used, so Audeze had to develop a new material, and that led them to patent a special thin film with suspended carbon nanotubes. This solves the problems associated with lamination and deposition on the film.

The CRBN driver includes a revolutionary ultra-thin diaphragm with carbon nanotubes suspended inside the material – unlike other electrostatic diaphragms, there is no coating. Because the charge is distributed throughout the film, this results in a uniform driving force that reduces distortion and improves clarity, resolution and transparency.

CRBN offers supreme comfort with its lightweight construction. At 470 grams, the minimalist design features materials such as magnesium and carbon fibre, which shaves off every gram while maintaining strength. The ear pads are extra plush and slightly oversized, for a great seal and pillow-soft, cranium-cradling comfort.

The ultimate in luxurious design, from the smooth curves of its uniquely etched grill to the depth of its finely polished marbled graphite acetate rings. Featuring hand-stitched premium leather, every detail of CRBN has been fine-tuned, all the way down to the feel of the machined aluminium 5-pin connector.

CRBN is compatible with STAX Pro Bias 580 Volt amplifiers such those from Woo Audio, Linear Tube Audio, Mjolnir Audio, Headamp, STAX (of course) and others. The cable is terminated with the industry standard 5-pin barrel connector for maximum compatibility.

Features

• Patent-pending carbon nanotube film.
• Works with all 580 Volt Pro Bias amplifiers.
• Accurate low frequency performance.
• Excellent dynamic range.
• Efficient bass response, neutral sound signature, and wide open soundstage.
• Extremely fast transients and even frequency response.
• Uniform driving force reduces distortion and improves clarity.
• Supreme comfort with lightweight design and extra plush oversized earpads.
• Premium electrostatic audio cable with machined aluminium 5-pin barrel connector.
• Hand-stitched premium leather used throughout.

Specifications

• Wearing Style: Over-ear, open-back
• Transducer: Push-pull electrostatic
• Functional Bias Voltage: 580 VDC Stax Pro Bias
• Electrostatic Capacitance: 100 pF (including cable).
• Diaphragm: Ultra-thin custom carbon nanotube.
• Transducer: 120 x 90 mm
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 40 kHz
• Maximum SPL: >120 dB
• THD: <0.1 % @ 90 dB
• Cable: 2.5 m OCC monocrystal copper, 5-pin Pro Bias
• Housing: Magnesium, stainless steel and polymer acetate
• Ear Pads: Premium leather
• Headband: Carbon fibre + premium leather.
• Overall Weight: 300 g

Included

• 1 x Audeze CRBN Headphone.
• 1 x Premium Aluminium Travel Case.
• 1 x Certificate of Authenticity.

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