{"title":"Dan Clark Audio","description":"\u003cp\u003eDan Clark is an award winning electrical engineer who has been part of the high-end audio industry for decades. He founded Dan Clark Audio with the goal to make great headphones and have fun doing it. Originally launched as MrSpeakers, they strive to provide audiophile performance at a variety of prices and for each product to deliver incredible performance value. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for the perfect headphones and you need guidance or have any questions about regarding Dan Clark Audio's product line, feel free to reach out \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e(\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"text-link\" title=\"mailto:hello@bloomaudio.mom\" href=\"mailto:hello@bloomaudio.mom\" data-mce-href=\"mailto:hello@bloomaudio.mom\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eemail\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca class=\"text-link\" title=\"https:\/\/www.tidio.com\/talk\/bloom\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tidio.com\/talk\/bloom\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.tidio.com\/talk\/bloom\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003emessage\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e!\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"mrspeakers-ether-2-open-back-planar-magnetic-headphones","title":"Dan Clark Audio ETHER 2 | Open-Back Planar Magnetic Headphones","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\ntable, th, td {\n  background-color: #f6f6f6;\n}\nth, td {\n  padding: 20px;\n}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"90%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOur Take\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight as a feather and resolving as heck, the ETHER 2 is next level. Dan Clark took everything great about the ETHER and upgraded it in every conceivable way. Supremely dynamic, you'll feel the music deep in your body. If you're looking for planar magnetics under two gees, ETHER 2 is one of our top picks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ZhsBVrnzfoQ\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrom Dan Clark Audio (MrSpeakers)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eETHER 2 is an all-new top of the line open-back planar magnetic headphone with a new driver, motor, baffle, and headband all designed to synergistically blend stunningly lifelike sound with the industry-leading comfort and reliability that are the hallmarks of MrSpeakers' products. ETHER 2 has an entirely new motor designed around the concept of TrueFlow technology. Instead of designing TrueFlow into the motor, we designed the motor around the TrueFlow technology to realize a major improvement in linearity, dynamics, and detail. And we didn’t stop there.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo make the most of the increased resolution of the motor we developed an all-new diaphragm that’s 70% less aluminum trace weight than the original ETHER driver. As a result, ETHER 2 delivers incredible clarity, powerful, fast bass, liquid mids, and a smooth, balanced top end that’s incredibly resolving yet not at all bright to deliver a coherent, dynamic and remarkably balanced performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShedding Weight, Not Strength\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eETHER 2 is light. Really light, almost 90 grams or 3.75 ounces lighter than our comfortable ETHER Flow headphones. Amazingly, this weight drop didn’t involve switching from metal to plastic components, which would compromise sound and reduce product life. Nope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eETHER 2 sports an all-metal headphone cup and headband, with a carbon fiber driver baffle, so it’s built to last, in style. At under 290g, ETHER 2 is not only the lightest full size planar magnetic headphone on the market and it may be the lightest top-of-the-line headphone from any high-end vendor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUltralightweight design with a new ergonomic ear pad and an enhanced webbed head-strap combine to make ETHER 2 the new standard in high-performance headphone comfort and ergonomics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Dan Clark Audio Ether 2\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/dan-clark-audio-mrspeakers-ether-2-open-back-planar-magnetic-headphones-6_1024x1024.jpg?v=1606762026\"\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGet Wired with VIVO!\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eWe didn’t stop at upgrades to the headphone, either. While our original DUM (Distinctly Un-Magical) cable was a great performer, it was a bit stiffer and more microphonic than we wanted, so we set out to upgrade the cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeet VIVO, our new flagship cable! For sound quality, this fully-custom cable design incorporates silver plated OFHC copper and top-quality connectors available in 6’ and 10’ 1\/4” and 4-pin XLR terminations, and portable-friendly 3.5’ 2.5, 3.5, and 4.4mm cables. VIVO projects a wide open and holographic soundstage with precise imaging and tons of smooth detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd VIVO feels as good as it looks, and sounds. VIVO has a remarkably supple feel and is so light you’ll hardly notice it’s there and careful construction means it’s non-microphonic for comfortable and “quiet” listening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"even\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"last\"\u003eEther 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"odd\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDriver Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"last\"\u003ePlanar Magnetic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"even\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDriver Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"last\"\u003e71x45mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"odd\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImpedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"last\"\u003e16 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"even\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"last\"\u003e290gr\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"odd\"\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEar Pad Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"last\"\u003eSynthetic Protein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Dan Clark Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32356524326987,"sku":"ETH2","price":2199.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/products\/Dan-Clark-Audio-ETHER-2-Open-Back-Planar-Magnetic-Headphones_c783730b-609b-459a-bffb-b53c1999ed48.jpg?v=1673383913"},{"product_id":"dan-clark-audio-mrspeakers-aeon-2-closed-closed-back-planar-magnetic-headphones","title":"Dan Clark Audio AEON 2 CLOSED | Closed-Back Planar Magnetic Headphones","description":"\u003ch4\u003eDan Clark Audio AEON 2 Closed delivers top-end planar tech in a portable closed-back\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClosed-back planar magnetic headphones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePortable closed-back design makes them perfect for travel or office use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccurate, transparent tuning delivers a HiFi headphone experience on the go\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\ntable, th, td {\n  background-color: #f6f6f6;\n}\nth, td {\n  padding: 20px;\n}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"90%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #a30e0b;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom's Take\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dan Clark Audio AEON 2 Closed takes top end planar magnetic headphone performance, and puts it into a portable, more affordable package. If you want over-ear headphones with incredible sound on the go, the portable and powerful AEON 2 Closed might be just what you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrom Dan Clark Audio\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eAEON Flow 2 Closed is our all-new high-value planar headphone. AEON Flow 2 utilizes an all-new driver based on our acclaimed ETHER 2 driver design for greatly improved sound quality, and sports a collapsing gimbal so it folds into a compact case, making it much more travel friendly. AEON Flow 2 comes with our 2 year warranty, and is designed, built and tested in San Diego, California.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAEON 2 features the latest engineering innovations from our team, married with smart industrial design and a price that will make you smile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe original\u003c\/span\u003e ÆON Flow\u003cspan\u003e broke new ground with its ergonomic and stylish industrial design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethat are hallmarks of Dan Clark Audio designs. From the elegant shape of the earcups, to the lightweight nitinol headband, and the amazing performance of its in-house designed planer drivers, it’s hard to believe we could find a ways to improve it…but we did!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImproved Performance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe new AEON 2 is not a minor update to a great product, it’s truly a colossal performance upgrade. Dan and team took what they learned designing one of the most highly awarded flagship headphones of 2018, ETHER 2, and redesigned the new AEON 2 driver from the ground up using ETHER 2’s state of the art motor tech. New features include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-6\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUpdated driver structure flipped 180 degrees to remove magnet and flow structures from the diaphragm to the ear\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStreamlined flow elements converted to a single construction, removing air gaps to improve internal airflow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigher precision machined flow structures replace injection molded parts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuperior driver damping for improved resolution, dynamics and a smoother frequency response\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNew voicing, with a warmer, fuller tone for the closed, a leaner lower midrange for the open, and a much larger soundstage for both models\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col-md-12\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe sum of all these innovations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eis a headphone the renders music with all its emotional impact: visceral bass, transparent mids, and detail up top that is presented in a deep and immersive soundstage putting the music further “out of your head” to create a deeply satisfying experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBig Sound, Uncompromising Portability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMany of us at Dan Clark Audio travel extensively around the world to attend headphone shows to meet our incredible customers and dealers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe felt that while the AEON comes with a great case, it was a bit bulky and hard to travel with. When we set out to create the AEON 2 we wanted to improve its portability without sacrificing performance, reliability or comfort. So our engineering team set about making a no-compromise folding headphone and case that would travel more efficiently – and we succeeded.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSmart Industrial Design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e ethos was fully engaged when the team tackled this project, resulting in a singularly cool folding mechanisms that actually improves the clamping, fit, feel, and structural integrity of the entire headphone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis elegant mechanism deserved a custom designed case, and we are very proud of the outcome. This form fitting protective case also fits your cable of choice and takes up half the room in your backpack or purse the old Aeon case did.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile we understand many of you will only travel with the Aeon 2 Closed we have included the new folding structure on the Aeon 2 open as well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSince its introduction in 2017, the Aeon has pushed the Value\/Performance ratio beyond industry standards. In many ways the Aeon is a direct reflection of the primary mission Dan Clark Audio was founded on: providing outstanding performance and engineering at prices well below our competitors so our community of listeners is empowered and excited to use our products. We are thrilled to offer the new Aeon 2 to our passionate customers and hope the community will truly love them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEfficiency: 92dB\/mW \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight (without cable): 340g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetachable 2m premium dual-entry cable with 3.5mm and 1\/4\" termination\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpedance: 13 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDUMMER (Distinctly Un-Magical) cable with an integrated dual 1\/4\" and 3.5mm plug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact case for travel or storage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Dan Clark Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33049048678475,"sku":"AF2C","price":899.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/products\/Dan-Clark-Audio-AEON-2-CLOSED-Closed-Back-Planar-Magnetic-Headphones_f9c10960-9928-470b-b0bc-20c1610c15f6.jpg?v=1631826531"},{"product_id":"dan-clark-audio-vivo-super-premium-headphone-cable","title":"Dan Clark Audio VIVO | Super Premium Headphone Cable","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFrom Dan Clark Audio\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVIVO (in life) is our new super-premium headphone cable. VIVO is a fully custom cable made with silver plated OFHC copper with a carefully designed geometry that not only maximized sound quality but is soft and supple, ultra-light, and non-microphonic. VIVO is based on our critically acclaimed VOCE cables and delivers exceptional ergonomics and a super-smooth and spacious sound. VIVO is a cable that is so ergonomic and transparent sounding it's easy to forget its there, which in the end, is what a great cable should be!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCables are between 1.1-2m. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dan Clark Audio","offers":[{"title":"4-pin XLR (2m)","offer_id":33019800518731,"sku":"VIVOXLR","price":349.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4.4mm (2m)","offer_id":33019799273547,"sku":"VIVO44","price":349.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6.3mm (2m)","offer_id":33019799666763,"sku":"VIVO63","price":349.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4.4mm (2m) - Open Box","offer_id":42091216830539,"sku":"VIVO44-OB","price":314.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/products\/Dan-Clark-Audio-VIVO-Super-Premium-Headphone-Cable.jpg?v=1631828811"},{"product_id":"dan-clark-aeon-2-noire","title":"Dan Clark Audio AEON 2 Noire | Closed-Back Planar Magnetic Headphones","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 70%;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/dca-aeon2-logo-blk.jpg?v=1705089708\" alt=\"Dan Clark Audio Aeon 2 logo black\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDan Clark Audio AEON 2 Noire Adds Some Fun to the AEON 2 Sound\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClosed-back planar magnetic headphones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePortable closed-back design makes them perfect for travel or office use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTakes the accurate, transparent tuning of the AEON 2 and adds a touch of extra bass for a more engaging dynamic sound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable bgcolor=\"”#f6f6f6”\" width=\"90%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #a30e0b;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom's Take\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/dan-clark-audio-mrspeakers-aeon-2-closed-closed-back-planar-magnetic-headphones\" title=\"Dan Clark Audio AEON 2 CLOSED Headphones\"\u003eoriginal AEON 2 Closed\u003c\/a\u003e turned heads with its style and performance, and the Noire adds a fresh element to the sound. If you're looking for a more fun, slightly v-shaped sound, Noire's updated pads emphasize the bass while adding a little sparkle to the treble to expand your sonic options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNoire Gives AEON 2 a Dark New Voice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDan Clark Audio is proud to introduce the special edition ÆON 2 Noire. The ÆON 2 Noire is the latest entry in our award-winning ÆON line of headphones. Based on the ÆON 2 Closed, ÆON 2 Noire offers a new voicing to deliver a lively and involving musical experience with a stunning high-gloss all-black styling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/dan-clark-audio-aeon-2-noire.jpg?v=1723218662\" alt=\"Dan Clark audio aeon 2 noire headphone sitting on wooden table next to vinyl record box\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSame Singer, New Voice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eÆON 2 Noire uses perforated ear pads to create a unique sonic signature with a richer bass, airier midrange, and a more lively top end than the classic ÆON 2 Closed. While you can apply the perforated pads to an ÆON 2 Closed to get the same sound, this popular tuning (which the New York Times said was the best sound under $2,000) is now available through ÆON 2 Noire, right out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBack in Black\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a stunning high-gloss metallic paint, genuine carbon fiber, and an all-black finish ÆON2 Noire is quite an eye-catching design. Striking looks and a unique and exciting sound will make the new ÆON 2 Noire a great addition to your headphone arsenal.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dan Clark Audio","offers":[{"title":"3.5mm\/6.3mm","offer_id":39597831684171,"sku":"AF2N","price":899.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"XLR","offer_id":39597831716939,"sku":"AF2N-XLR","price":899.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3.5mm\/6.3mm - Open Box","offer_id":42245120294987,"sku":"AF2N-OB","price":899.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/dca-aeon2-noire-0-thumb.jpg?v=1705090307"},{"product_id":"dan-clark-audio-dummer-cable","title":"Dan Clark Audio DUMMER Cable | Headphone Cable for AEON and ETHER","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe DUMMER cable is the \"unmagical\" stock cable for Dan Clark Audio's headphones. You can get a replacement in 3.5mm with a screw on 6.5mm adapter, or upgrade to the balanced 4.4mm or XLR version.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dan Clark Audio","offers":[{"title":"3.5mm\/6.3mm (2m)","offer_id":33018826621003,"sku":"DUMMERSE","price":109.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4-pin XLR (2m)","offer_id":33018826653771,"sku":"DUMMERXLR","price":109.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4.4mm (2m)","offer_id":41207369859147,"sku":"DCA-DUMMER-44","price":109.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3.5mm\/6.3mm (2m) - Open Box","offer_id":41911260741707,"sku":"DUMMERSE-OB","price":98.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/dummer_cable_.25.png?v=1762808692"},{"product_id":"dan-clark-stealth","title":"Dan Clark Stealth | Closed-Back Planar Magnetic Headphones","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/dca-logo.webp?v=1742404988\" alt=\"ALT text here\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 65%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStealth is Dan Clark Audio's Flagship Closed-Back Headphone, Offering Rich and Spacious Sound\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlagship closed-back planar magnetic headphones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt with 4th Generation v-Planer driver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures proprietary Acoustic Metamaterial Tuning System (AMTS)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRedesigned headband for ultimate comfort and extended listening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/dca-stealth-lifestyle.webp?v=1742404456\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1360\" alt=\"Dan Clark Audio Stealth headphones sitting on stand with guitar and tube amp in background\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"90%\" bgcolor=\"”#f6f6f6”\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOur Take\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Dan Clark Audio Stealth is a step forward for closed-back headphones, and points to a future where open-back vs. closed-back becomes more about preference and less about weighing the cost of sound isolation against performance benefits. Stealth earns its flagship status both with its technological innovations and by simply providing top of the line, endgame level sound quality and performance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Dan Clark Audio Stealth Review\" href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/blogs\/articles\/dan-clark-audio-stealth-review\"\u003eRead the full review.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\"Vanish into your music”\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFour years in the making, DCA's flagship Stealth sets a new standard in headphone performance and ergonomics. Featuring Dan Clark Audio’s all-new 4th generation planar magnetic driver and breakthrough Acoustic Metamaterial Tuning System, Stealth delivers a stunningly smooth presentation to bring new life and enjoyment to all your favorite music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAcoustic Metamaterial Tuning System (AMTS)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll headphones are subject to standing waves in the higher frequencies, and these can make treble sound harsh, fatiguing, or synthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAMTS is DCA’s patent-pending solution to this perennial problem. AMTS is an inline device placed between the transducer and ear. It integrates waveguides, diffusion control, quarter-wave, and Helmholtz resonators into one compact structure. Diffusion elements reduce some of the standing wave formation while resonators act as both precision and broad filters to smooth and shape the frequency response, reducing the amplitude of response peaks and troughs from the midrange through the highest frequencies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe upshot is AMTS greatly reduces standing waves so high frequencies are rendered with a refreshingly smooth, accurate, and detailed delivery across all genres. OK, bad recordings are still bad, we’re not magicians!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStealth's all-new 4th generation planar-magnetic driver delivers the smoothest, richest, and most detailed experience we could create. Stealth’s driver is 20% larger than the E2 driver and uses our patented v-Planar technology to reduce THD and improve low frequency extension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Diaphragm tension is set on an all-new system for a more uniform and consistent tension, lower distortion, and better driver matching, while FEA and CFD optimized motor structures increase driver force uniformity and smooth acoustic paths to reduce distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStealth Redefines \"Detail\"\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStealth’s all-new planer driver delivers incredibly low distortion throughout the listening range with levels of detail heretofore found primarily in the top-of-the-line electrostatics. Unlike many headphones where “detail” is created through exaggerated high-frequency energy, Stealth’s AMTS delivers industry-leading resolution free from the fatiguing emphasis on the top register users may be used to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDan Clark's 4th-generation motor and AMTS deliver a sonic performance best described as “effortless.\" From a delicately plucked string to the most intense dynamics of an orchestra, or the weight and attack of a kick drum to the overtones a decay of a crash cymbal, Stealth delivers an amazing balance of delicacy, nuance, and slam that will have you reaching for all your favorite recordings, and maybe staying up a bit too late.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd then there’s the soundstage; Stealth is all enveloping and can compete with even the finest open headphones in depth, width, and imaging. It’s that effortless sense of space and instrument placement that lets Stealth “disappear” so you can simply relax into your musical experience. Everything – the headphones, the equipment, and yes, your daily stresses – just fall away.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Dan Clark Audio Stealth headband closeup\" height=\"1500\" width=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/dca-stealth-lifestyle-two.webp?v=1742405211\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStealth Mechanical Design Innovations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe top grade black leather headband features fine red stitching to create a quilted head-strap that’s not only gorgeous but is also functional and comfortable. The elegant embroidered Stealth logo adds a dash of color to Stealth’s all-black aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGone are the mechanical sliders for fit adjustment; Dan Clark Audio has designed a stable yet comfortable “self-adjusting suspension system” that seats the headphone just right, with no muss or fuss. At just 418g, Stealth is one of the lightest super-premium headphones on the market.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe new vegan suede and \"leather\" ear pads, self-adjusting suspension, and lightweight chassis make Stealth so comfy you can just ignore it and \"vanish into your music.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIf it's Not Comfortable, Game Over\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ergonomic and stylish outline of Stealth’s ear cups is a natural extension of Aeon 2 ergonomics, albeit they are larger. For storage or travel we incorporated Aeon 2’s elegant folding gimbal structure into Stealth, neatly folding it into a compact custom-molded case that’s small and easy to stow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStealth Key Features and Benefits:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImproved driver tensioning system creates a driver with incredible consistency across units\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFEA and CFD optimized motor structure increases driver motor-force uniformity and smoothes acoustic flow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll-new auto-adjusting suspended strap design makes Stealth hassle-free to wear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-formed ergonomic strap design spreads weight evenly across the head for incredibly comfortable extended listening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrap quilting improves comfort and reduces heat buildup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComposite synthetic suede and protein-leather pads offer a sung fit with minimal clamp, with a pleasant touch on the skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarbon \/ aluminum bonded cup design yields maximum stiffness with minimum weight\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFolding gimbals allow Stealth to be packed in a compact case for safe and easy transport\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Dan Clark Audio","offers":[{"title":"6.3mm","offer_id":39496832483403,"sku":"DCASTEALTH","price":4499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XLR","offer_id":39496832516171,"sku":"DCASTEALTH-XLR","price":4499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6.3mm - Open Box","offer_id":42282374168651,"sku":"DCASTEALTH-OB","price":4049.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/products\/Dan-Clark-Stealth-Closed-Back-Planar-Magnetic-Headphones.jpg?v=1629492332"},{"product_id":"dan-clark-expanse","title":"Dan Clark Expanse | Flagship Open-Back Planar Magnetic Headphones","description":"\u003ch4\u003eDan Clark Audio delivers flagship performance with the new Open-Back Expanse\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen-back planar-magnetic headphones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUses acoustic metamaterial for audio fine-tuning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComfortable self-adjusting headband and lightweight design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ctable bgcolor=\"”#f6f6f6”\" width=\"90%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #a30e0b;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom's Take\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpanse breaks into the flagship space by giving you a highly accessible tuning mixed with incredible performance. And Expanse isn’t just about its huge soundstage, it walks the tightrope over that massive space it created to deliver a sound that’s both technical and engaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Dan Clark Audio Expanse Review\" href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/blogs\/articles\/dan-clark-audio-expanse-review\"\u003eRead the full review.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/QLIbUK9IbVU\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDan Clark Audio Expanse\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroducing EXPANSE, our new flagship open-back headphone. EXPANSE sets a new standard in open-back headphone musicality, soundstage, detail retrieval, and comfort. Featuring Dan Clark Audio’s all-new 4th generation planar-magnetic driver and our breakthrough Acoustic Metamaterial Tuning System, EXPANSE delivers a stunningly smooth presentation to bring new depth and breadth to all your favorite music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd we didn’t stop at improving the sound; we also redesigned our headband to deliver a big step up in ergonomics and comfort!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAcoustic Metamaterial Tuning System (AMTS)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeadphones are subject to standing waves in the higher frequencies, which can make instruments like strings, cymbals, even vocals sound unrealistic and fatiguing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAMTS is Dan Clark Audio’s patent-pending inline device located between the transducer and ear. AMTS integrates waveguides, diffusion control, quarter-wave, and Helmholtz resonators into one compact structure to eliminate standing waves, dramatically improving system performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiffusion elements reduce standing wave formation while resonators act as both precision and broadband filters to smooth and shape the frequency response from the midrange through the highest frequencies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith AMTS the upshot is high frequencies are rendered with a refreshingly smooth, accurate, and detailed delivery across all genres. OK, bad recordings are still bad, we’re not magicians!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Dan Clark Expanse\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/Expanse-014_2048x2048.jpg?v=1663962030\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEXPANSE Redefines \"Detail\"\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEXPANSE’s planar driver delivers incredibly low distortion throughout the listening range with levels of detail heretofore found primarily in the top-of-the-line electrostatics. Unlike many headphones where “detail” is created through exaggerated high-frequency energy, EXPANSE’s AMTS delivers industry-leading resolution without fatiguing highs users may be used to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTogether, our 4th-generation motor and AMTS deliver a sonic performance best described as “effortless.\" From a delicately plucked string to the most intense dynamics of an orchestra, or the weight and attack of a kick drum to the overtones a decay of a crash cymbal, EXPANSE delivers an amazing balance of delicacy, nuance, and punch that will have you reaching for all your favorite recordings, and maybe staying up a bit too late.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd last but not least there’s the soundstage; EXPANSE is all enveloping and can compete with any open headphone in depth, width, and imaging, with instruments occupying a correct volume in space instead of being rendered as “points.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEXPANSE’s effortless sense of space and instrument placement allowing the headphone “disappear,” so you can simply relax into your musical experience. Let the headphones, equipment, and yes, your daily stresses melt away, leaving your music to be enjoyed the way it was meant to be heard!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEXPANSE Mechanical Design Innovations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe set out to make EXPANSE a real design statement,” said Dan Clark, Founder and CEO. “EXPANSE design takes its cues from our STEALTH headphone but adds an exciting and unique grill based on mathematical functions derived from the principals of generative design, for a truly unique and stylish look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe top grade black leather headband features fine blue stitching to create a quilted head-strap that’s not only gorgeous but is also functional and comfortable. The elegant embroidered EXPANSE logo adds a dash of color to EXPANSE’s all-black aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEXPANSE, the Ultimate in Comfort\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGone are the mechanical sliders for fit adjustment; Dan Clark Audio has designed a stable yet comfortable “self-adjusting suspension system” that seats the headphone just right, with no muss or fuss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt just 418g, EXPANSE is also one of the lightest super-premium headphones on the market. Taken together, our new vegan suede and \"leather\" ear pads, self-adjusting suspension, and lightweight chassis make EXPANSE so comfy you can just ignore it and \"vanish into your music.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd for portability or storage, we incorporated AEON 2’s elegant folding gimbal structure into EXPANSE, allowing it to conveniently pack into a compact custom case that’s small and easy to stow.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dan Clark Audio","offers":[{"title":"6.3mm","offer_id":39852604653643,"sku":"EXPANSE-63","price":4499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"XLR","offer_id":39852604686411,"sku":"EXPANSE-XLR","price":4499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/products\/dca-exp-4_2000x_4e1fb273-d046-44a6-b858-48a02bd8b304.jpg?v=1663071595"},{"product_id":"dan-clark-audio-corina","title":"Dan Clark Audio Corina | Reference Electrostatic Headphones","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Dan Clark Audio Corina logo\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/dan-clark-corina-logo.jpg?v=1677247792\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 55%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eThe All New Corina, a Bold New Take on Electrostatic Headphones from Award Winning Designer Dan Clark Audio\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElectrostats tuned to perform even with rock and electronic music\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUtilizes patent-pending Acoustic Metamaterial Tuning System\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttention to detail down to the level of matching suede earpads that reduce heat and moisture buildup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEnhanced comfort featuring self-tensioning headband design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Dan Clark Audio Corina headphone on stand with Blue Hawaii amp and brick background\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/dan-clark-corina-lifestyle_2048x2048.jpg?v=1677248240\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAward-Winning Legacy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeveral years ago, Dan Clark Audio entered the Electrostatic headphone market with the release of VOCE. Since its introduction, VOCE has won numerous awards for \"Product of the Year\" and \"Best Headphone\" from preeminent publications such as Positive Feedback, Absolute Sound, Headphonics, and Headphone Guru.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut as usual, the team at Dan Clark Audio strives to continuously advance the performance of their products, and today they proudly introduce the CORINA Reference Electrostatic Headphone, taking electrostatic musicality into a future of fun!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAcoustic Metamaterial Tuning System (AMTS)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncorporating the Advanced Metamaterial Tuning System (AMTS), CORINA is DCA's first electrostatic headphone featuring their industry-leading AMTS technology first seen with the groundbreaking Stealth and Expanse headphones. With AMTS, frequency response is significantly smoother throughout the midrange and high frequencies, free of annoying “peaks and holes” for a smoother, more complete, accurate, and enjoyable listening experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAMTS allows DCA to re-imagine the voicing of CORINA to deliver the most natural midrange heard in an electrostatic to date. From powerful bass to the incredibly rich and well-balanced mids and highs, CORINA delivers an incredibly smooth and lifelike experience, full of electrostatic resolution, yet free from the high-frequency emphasis \/ glare common to many electrostatics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNew Voicing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy reducing the emphasis on higher frequencies typical of many electrostatics headphones, VOCE delivered a new take on how the electrostatic headphone could sound. With a wider and deeper soundstage, a stronger bottom end, and a smoother, richer midrange, CORINA delivers a fun, yet lifelike tone with sumptuous vocals and bass that really kicks. Unlike many electrostatics, CORINA is even fun with electronica and rock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEar Pad Matching\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNew ear pads have been developed with enhanced ergonomics, including a synthetic suede surface for the face contact, avoiding sweat and “hot spots” common to headphones. There’s more to ear pads than just their comfort, though. As most listeners know, ear pads can affect the sound of headphones dramatically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile drivers can be precision matched, ear pads, which involve welding or stitching fabrics and use of foams, have always limited the actual tolerances of the headphone. All CORINA new and replacement ear pads are delivered as matched pairs to further tighten the tolerances between the left and right channels and reduce unit-to unit-variances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMultiple Comfort Enhancements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCORINA utilizes the new self-tensioning headband design found in the flagship Stealth and Expanse headphones, for an incredibly comfortable yet hassle-free fit. Paired with the new ear pads and using DCA's signature titanium alloy headband design, CORINA is incredibly comfortable to wear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNew Industrial Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDan Clark Audio has always taken pride in industrial design, and CORINA is no exception. With its striking new grey finish and sculpted grill, CORINA is as much a delight to the eyes as it is to the ears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/dan-clark-corina-black_2048x2048.jpg?v=1677248329\" alt=\"Dan Clark Audio Corina headphone quarter over black background\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dan Clark Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40012668928075,"sku":"DCA-CORINA","price":4499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/products\/dan-clark-corina-5-thumbnail.jpg?v=1677248050"},{"product_id":"dan-clark-audio-dca-e3","title":"Dan Clark Audio E3 | Closed-Back Planar Magnetic Headphones","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 70%;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/dca-e3-logo.jpg?v=1701364032\" alt=\"Dan Clark Audio E3 logo\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDan Clark Audio E3 Brings New Innovations to Closed-Back Headphones\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn exciting new Closed-back headphone following the footsteps of Stealth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUses DCA's Acoustic Metamaterial Tuning to achieve maximum closed-back performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew tech such as Dual-Mode Bass Port and Gorilla Glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSame lightweight frame as DCA's Stealth and Expanse for incredible comfort\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Dan Clark E3 headband highlighting blue embroidered logo\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/dca-e3-ba0-gallery.jpg?v=1705521429\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable bgcolor=\"”#f6f6f6”\" width=\"90%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #a30e0b;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom's Take\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor some time now, there’s been a strong demand for a new top-tier closed-back headphone that doesn't wipe out your bank account. We’re often asked for a recommendation, and our de facto response is typically a short list: the \u003ca title=\"Meze Liric Closed-Back Headphones\" href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/meze-liric\"\u003eMeze Liric\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca title=\"Focal Stellia Closed-back Headphones\" href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/focal-stellia-closed-back-headphones\"\u003eFocal Stellia\u003c\/a\u003e, or we send them over to ZMF for their Vérité closed-back. But with Dan Clark’s new E3, we finally have a new recommendation to throw into the arsenal of favorite closed-backs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eE3 aims to take the innovative tech from DCA’s flagship \u003ca title=\"Dan Clark Stealth Closed-Back Planar Magnetic Headphones\" href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/dan-clark-stealth\"\u003eStealth\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca title=\"Dan Clark Expanse Flagship Open-back Headphones\" href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/dan-clark-expanse\"\u003eExpanse\u003c\/a\u003e and make it more accessible with a closed-back for half their price. It features a refined version of DCA’s Acoustic Metamaterial Tuning System, and it’s lightweight and extremely comfortable with the same “melt onto your head” build that’s made DCA a go-to brand for comfort. Particularly noteworthy are the visually striking Gorilla Glass ear cups developed to relieve pressure and decrease fatigue.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eE3 follows in the footsteps of its older siblings with a classic Harman tuning. There’s tastefully elevated bass with linear extension into the lows, an extra midbass bump and solid fundamentals in the treble. E3 is also surprisingly open-sounding and surpasses expectations for a closed-back with its width and height in the soundstage achieving a \"legendary open-back listening experience in a closed headphone.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike most DCA cans, E3 is a bit tougher to drive than most headphones, and seems to sing sweeter with an amp that provides a lot of juice. With its driver tech and AMTS, E3 delivers great performance and a well-balanced sound. In some ways, it delivers a livelier, more musical feeling than the Stealth at half the price making E3 one of the best closed-backs on the market and extremely competitive.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/blogs\/articles\/a-new-closed-back-king-dan-clark-audio-e3-review\" title=\"A New Closed Back King Dan Clark Audio E3 Review\"\u003eRead our full review here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KTxpjjuhqGM?si=wa75eU4pp4JW0zum\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAcoustic Metamaterial Tuning System (AMTS)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA critical feature of E3 is the enhanced AMTS tuning system, previously found only in their TOTL multi-award-winning Stealth, Expanse, and Corina headphones. E3 not only brings this ground-breaking technology to a more affordable headphone, it does so with a new mode of implementation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll headphones are subject to HF standing waves which can make treble sound harsh, fatiguing, or synthetic. AMTS is a patent pending inline device placed between the transducer and ear that integrates waveguides, diffusion control, and resonators into one compact structure that eliminates standing waves while giving us complete control of the high frequency response profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAMTS isn't a \"one size fits all\" technology. It's custom tuned for each headphone to deliver an optimized experience for each transducer. For E3, DCA developed a new mode of deployment that delivers an absolutely superbly rendered top-end that will surprise and delight, with a tone that is remarkably lifelike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"DCA AMTS material over black background\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/dca-e3-amts.jpg?v=1701379067\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanar Driver Performance Revisited\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eE3’s all-new 5th gen planar-magnetic driver incorporates innovative diaphragms made on an all-new tensioning system for a more uniform and consistent performance. New diaphragm materials combined with highly optimized \"V-Planar knurling\" deliver a remarkably smooth frequency response with low distortion throughout the listening range for levels of detail more often found in TOTL electrostatics. E3’s new drivers coupled with AMTS deliver exceptionally high resolution without the fatiguing distortions and rough frequency response users may be used to.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Dan Clark E3 profile 3 quarter dramatic leaning against AVM amplifier\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/dca-e3-ba2-gallery.jpg?v=1705521491\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat are Those Holes in the Glass?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThat would be the Dual-Mode Bass Port, another DCA innovation. While it’s not unusual to find a bass port on a closed headphone, our ingenious dual-mode port delivers unrivaled control of the bass frequency response, creating a superbly balanced, impactful bass experience that is full of power yet free of bloat or midrange creep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy Gorilla Glass?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGorilla Glass 3 is a thin sheet of alkali-aluminosilicate that makes the glass stiffer and more scratch and break resistant. The styling of the pattern under the glass evokes the mesh of an open-back headphone, a design cue to highlight the exceptionally open-back listening experience E3 delivers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Dan Clark E3 leaning against Beatles vinyl album highlighting gorilla glass\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/dca-e3-ba3-gallery.jpg?v=1705521541\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eEnough Geek Talk - How Does it Sound?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eE3’s 5th-Gen driver and AMTS deliver an amazing balance of delicacy, nuance, and explosive dynamics that will have you reaching for all your favorite recordings. And it’s not just about the tone and timbre: E3's soundstage is stunningly expansive, all-enveloping, and can compete with even the finest open headphones in depth, width, and imaging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eComfort is Still King\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt DCA, ergonomic design is of paramount importance. What good is a great sounding headphone if you can only wear it for 30 minutes? E3 takes advantage of every ergonomic trick DCA developed, including the acclaimed self-adjusting headband suspension system from Stealth and Expanse, and the convenient and stylish folding gimbals that make E3 a conveniently compact travel headphone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"DCA E3 highlighting underside of headband cushion\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/dca-e3-ba1-gallery.jpg?v=1705521606\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/DCA-E3Inthebox_ffcdbc0b-ab94-4260-9397-8e97bdfe8813_2048x2048.png?v=1701359908\" alt=\"Dan Clark Audio E3 In the Box\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dan Clark Audio","offers":[{"title":"6.3mm","offer_id":40172375408715,"sku":"DCA-E3-63","price":2299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4-pin XLR","offer_id":40172375441483,"sku":"DCA-E3-XLR","price":2299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4.4mm","offer_id":40172375474251,"sku":"DCA-E3-44","price":2299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4.4mm - Open Box","offer_id":41801590308939,"sku":"DCA-E3-44-OB","price":2069.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4-pin XLR - Open Box","offer_id":41847290232907,"sku":"DCA-E3-XLR-OB","price":2299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"6.3mm - Open Box","offer_id":41988722196555,"sku":"DCA-E3-63-OB","price":2299.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/dca-e3-0-thumb.jpg?v=1701378524"},{"product_id":"dan-clark-audio-noire-x","title":"Dan Clark Audio Noire X | Closed-Back Planar Magnetic Headphones","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 65%;\" alt=\"DCA Noire X logo\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/dca-noire-x-blk-logo.webp?v=1732638049\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eNOIRE X Sets a New Standard in Midrange Headphones with a State-of-the-Art Tuning System, Improved Driver, and Ergonomically-Enhanced Design\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpdates the iconic Dan Clark \u003ca title=\"Dan Clark AEON 2 Noire Closed-Back Headphones\" href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/dan-clark-aeon-2-noire\"\u003eAEON 2 NOIRE\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt with an updated, improved AEON driver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures DCA's Acoustic Metamaterial Tuning System (AMTS)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpansive soundstage and punchy bass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstructed with Gorilla Glass 3 finish for durability and scratch resistance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimalist black-on-black aesthetic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck out DCA's Open-back version, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/dan-clark-audio-noire-xo\" title=\"Dan Clark Audio Noire XO Open-Back Planar Headphones\"\u003eNoire XO\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/dca-noire-x-ba0-highlight.webp?v=1732641981\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1200\" alt=\"DCA Noire X profile on Cayin Soul tube amp black and white\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"bloom-take\"\u003e\n\u003ctable bgcolor=\"”#f6f6f6”\" width=\"90%\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #a30e0b;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom's Take\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFormerly known as “Mr. Speakers,” Dan Clark Audio has gained recognition for producing exceptional headphones, especially in the closed-back planar magnetic category. Renowned for their flagship models like \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/dan-clark-stealth\" title=\"Dan Clark Stealth Closed-Back Planar Magnetic Headphones\"\u003eStealth\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/dan-clark-audio-dca-e3\" title=\"Dan Clark Audio E3 Headphones\"\u003eE3\u003c\/a\u003e, as well as their more budget-friendly Aeon Series, the brand has consistently impressed audiophiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePriced at $1099, the NOIRE X builds upon the $899 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/dan-clark-aeon-2-noire\" title=\"Dan Clark AEON 2 Noire Closed-Back Headphones\"\u003eAeon 2 Noire\u003c\/a\u003e and delivers a standout audio experience with a focus on innovation and comfort. Featuring an upgraded planar driver, DCA’s AMTS technology for refined treble, and Alcantara-lined ear pads, it blends performance and luxury. Its expansive soundstage, balanced signature, and ergonomic design ensure a fatigue-free listening experience, no matter your music genre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a commitment to offering flagship-level technology at an accessible price, the NOIRE X is a stellar choice for audiophiles seeking premium sound and value without breaking the bank for the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/dan-clark-audio-dca-e3\" title=\"Dan Clark Audio E3 Headphones\"\u003eDCA E3\u003c\/a\u003e. It’s an ideal companion for travel, office use, or any situation where immersive music listening is needed without distraction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/blogs\/articles\/back-in-black-dan-clark-audio-noire-x-review\" title=\"Back in Black, Dan Clark Audio Noire X Review\"\u003eRead our full review here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/B4MSNfmODj4?si=BLRfj_CNPq3f-EnW\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNOIRE X\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOIRE X updates Dan Clark Audio's iconic AEON 2 NOIRE by integrating DCA’s state-of-the-art Acoustic Metamaterial Tuning System (AMTS) with an improved driver, all carefully wrapped in a gorgeous ergonomically-enhanced design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNOIRE X’s dramatic black-on-black aesthetic, improved ear pads, self-adjusting headband, and Gorilla Glass 3 cups sumptuously hint at the numerous exciting upgrades within, all designed to maximize your listening pleasure!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith NOIRE X, DCA sets a new standard in midrange headphone performance, comfort, and value!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBetter Technology, Better Sound\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NOIRE X features an upgraded, rigid AEON driver offering improved consistency, reduced distortion, and smoother frequency response. Enhanced V-Planar knurling and optimized manufacturing ensure top-tier detail and low distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntegrated with Dan Clark's state-of-the-art Audio Precision 555B, B\u0026amp;K 5128 measurement system, AMTS, and redesigned ear pads, the NOIRE X delivers a refined, unforgettable listening experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/dca-noire-x-0-lifestyle.webp?v=1732644520\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1200\" alt=\"Dan Clark Noire X headphone on black leather couch with Headamp amplifiers in background Bokeh\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAcoustic Metamaterial Tuning System\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NOIRE X now includes DCA’s acclaimed AMTS tuning system, previously exclusive to flagship models. AMTS utilizes advanced metamaterial design to refine frequency response and eliminate high-frequency standing waves, which often cause harsh, synthetic treble. The result is a balanced, detailed, and fatigue-free treble that enhances the overall listening experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSound Experience\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDan Clark’s NOIRE X delivers top-tier sonic performance without compromise, offering flagship-level technology, comfort, and sound quality at a more accessible price. With an expansive soundstage, punchy bass, smooth mids, vibrant highs, and rich detail, it provides an engaging and fatigue-free listening experience across all genres, establishing itself as an exceptional value in audiophile headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSelf-Tensioned Headband\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDCA's self-tensioning headband reduces listening fatigue by distributing pressure evenly across your head for a balanced, barely there fit. The uniform pressure distribution helps prevent hot-spots and pressure-points, making NOIRE X ideal for long hours of immersive listening, free from adjustments or strain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/dca-noire-x-headband.webp?v=1731597977\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1365\" alt=\"Dan Clark Noire X headband closeup\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGorilla Glass\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNOIRE X is a stunning yet understated headphone, from the stitched headband to the all new Gorilla Glass 3 finish on the cups. Gorilla Glass 3 is a thin sheet of alkali-aluminosilicate that makes the glass stiffer and more scratch and break resistant than conventional glass formulations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLuxurious Comfort\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNOIRE X features redesigned ear pads with Alcantara synthetic suede for superior comfort, reducing heat and moisture buildup during extended sessions. The pads minimize foam wear (\"foam rolling\") for improved durability and consistency, and they’re fully compatible with AEON 2 NOIRE, AEON RT, and AEON 2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVersatile Cable Options\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNOIRE X includes a range of DCA 'Dummer' cable options—6.3mm\/3.5mm, 4-pin XLR, and 4.4mm—at the base price, with optional upgrades to premium \u003ca title=\"Dan Clark Audio VIVO Super Premium Headphone Cable\" href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/products\/dan-clark-audio-vivo-super-premium-headphone-cable\"\u003eVIVO cables\u003c\/a\u003e for greater flexibility. 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The suede earpads delivers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore relative bass and a little extra treble relative to the original earpad\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarger ear hole\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced sense of clamping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreased soundstage\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerforated\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur perforated synthetic leather earpad for ETHER 2 features our new peelable pad-mounting system for fast and easy pad changes. The perforated earpads delivers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMore relative bass and treble output for a more \"fun\" sound\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarger ear hole\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduced sense of clamping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreased soundstage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Comparison\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original earpads were voiced to deliver a very smooth, natural tone, placing the midrange front and center. While they were designed as \"all-arounders\" listeners particularly enjoy these pads with acoustic music and for applications where a warmer tone is enjoyable, such as pulling out old rock classics or other music tending towards brightness. Of the three pads, these place the listener closest to the \"stage.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe suede pads add a little more emphasis to the bass and a slight increase in upper frequency information, making them particularly fun for electronica, metal, and other genres where the strongest possible bottom end is desirable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe perforated pads are the most \"fun\" of the set, with both increased bass and treble output relative to the midrange. The perforated pads deliver the largest soundstage and the most lively top-end. DCA pick this pad for all around listening. Listeners find it particularly enjoyable for well-recorded music and for music with a large soundstage. A side benefit of the perforated pad is that when listening at lower volumes the increased output at the top and bottom compensate for the \"fletcher munson\" effect and will provide the most linear sonic experience below 75dB.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dan Clark Audio","offers":[{"title":"Suede","offer_id":41220457037899,"sku":"DCA-ETH-2-SD","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Perforated","offer_id":41220457070667,"sku":"DCA-ETH-2-PF","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/dca-eth-2-sd-pads.webp?v=1736179015"},{"product_id":"dan-clark-audio-e3-pads","title":"Dan Clark Audio E3 Pads | Earpads for E3","description":"\u003ch4\u003eReplacement Earpads for Dan Clark Audio E3 Headphones\u003c\/h4\u003e","brand":"Dan Clark Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41220460904523,"sku":"DCA-E3-PAD","price":109.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/dca-e3-pads.webp?v=1736180609"},{"product_id":"dan-clark-audio-stealth-expanse-pads","title":"Dan Clark Audio STEALTH and EXPANSE Pads | Synthetic Suede and Leather Earpads","description":"\u003ch4\u003eReplacement Earpads for All STEALTH and EXPANSE Headphones, Featuring a Comfortable and a Sleek Design\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplacement earpads for all STEALTH and EXPANSE headphones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures synthetic suede ear surface and leather exterior\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Dan Clark Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41220483186763,"sku":"DCA-STEALTH-EXPANSE-PADS","price":109.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/dca-stealth-pads.webp?v=1736181050"},{"product_id":"dan-clark-audio-noire-xo","title":"Dan Clark Audio Noire XO | Open-Back Planar Magnetic Headphones","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/dan-clark-audio-noire-xo-logo.webp?v=1746813710\" alt=\"DCA Noire XO logo\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; width: 65%;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDan Clark Audio Noire XO Brings Refined Planar Performance and Spacious Warmth to the Open-Back Arena\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen-back headphones with a uniquely rich, well balanced tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures new driver design for improved consistency and reliability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncorporates DCA's Acoustic Metamaterial Tuning System\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces a bass response profile comparable to a closed headphone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUpdated ear pads to reduce foam movement and increase comfort\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in the USA (San Diego, California)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/dca-noire-xo-banner.webp?v=1746206462\" width=\"2048\" height=\"1360\" alt=\"Dan Clark Audio Noire XO headphones sitting on Meze Manta stand with plant and iBasso DX340 DAP\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable width=\"90%\" bgcolor=\"”#f6f6f6”\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #a30e0b;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom's Take\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Noire XO is Dan Clark Audio’s most confident step into open-back territory yet — a planar magnetic headphone that doesn’t clamor for your attention but earns it through grace, balance, and emotional depth. Powered by a low-impedance, low-sensitivity driver system with integrated AMTS, the XO delivers tight control over its frequency response, emphasizing balance and spatial realism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNoire XO's bass performance stands out among open-backs — deep sub-bass extension and articulate punch rarely heard in this category. The midrange is clean and transparent, ideal for vocal clarity, while the treble showcases DCA’s finesse with no exaggerated peaks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eXO’s imaging and staging are equally impressive, offering both width and intimacy, with a layered presentation that feels immersive without artificial exaggeration. It’s not a headphone that shouts, but one that gradually unveils its strengths — revealing technical precision beneath its warm, welcoming tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile its relaxed delivery might not suit listeners craving edge or crunch, the Noire XO delivers a uniquely elegant sonic signature that balances technical rigor with musical richness — and cements its place as a standout in the $1000 open-back space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"Opening the Door to Audio Performance, Dan Clark Audio Noire XO Open Review\" href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/blogs\/articles\/opening-the-door-to-audio-performance-dan-clark-audio-noire-x-open-review\"\u003eRead our full review here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/wyx8zyLMHxE?si=DbfrWMhPKsJteRJ0\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNoire XO\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNoire XO is the open-back evolution of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/collections\/mrspeakers\/products\/dan-clark-audio-noire-x\"\u003eNoire X\u003c\/a\u003e, bringing an expansive soundstage and full-spectrum performance rarely seen in open-back designs. The Noire XO stakes its claim as one of the few open headphones to follow the Harman Curve across all frequencies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile the Noire XO retains beloved features from the Noire X, like the self-tensioning headband, it also introduces key upgrades. A newly engineered driver delivers greater consistency and reliability over previous AEON 2 designs, while redesigned ear pads minimize internal foam movement and feature a soft Alcantara suede contact surface for enhanced comfort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAcoustic Metamaterial Tuning System (AMTS)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe NOIRE XO includes DCA’s acclaimed AMTS tuning system, previously exclusive to flagship models. AMTS utilizes advanced metamaterial design to refine frequency response and eliminate high-frequency standing waves, which often cause harsh, synthetic treble. The result is a balanced, detailed, and fatigue-free treble that enhances the overall listening experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Dan Clark Audio Noire XO headphones sitting right profile view on black metal table with Burson Fusion Core\" height=\"1360\" width=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/dca-noire-xo-lifestyle-one.webp?v=1746206579\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSound Experience\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDan Clark Audio reaches new heights with Noire XO's sound profile. By using their new 5128 measurement fixture, they have produced a high-frequency signature that is effortlessly pleasing. Noire XO is a true industry leader in presenting an accurately rendered deep soundstage with crystal-clear layering of instruments and voices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike typical open-back headphones, the Noire XO delivers not only a spacious and immersive soundstage but also powerful, clean bass. 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Instead of chasing a dramatic or immediately “wow” sound, it leans into balance, presenting your music with a level of neutrality and control that prioritizes accuracy over coloration. It’s the kind of tuning that doesn’t jump out at you right away, but reveals its strengths over time as you start to notice just how effortlessly it handles detail, separation, and tonal realism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/bloomaudio.mom\/blogs\/articles\/maintaining-balance-dan-clark-aeon-core-review\" title=\"Dan Clark Audio Aeon Core Review\"\u003eRead our full review\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/LtI6PTwLCoA?si=-UwqQUjRX0AlW8AY\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReimagining the Reference\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot only does ÆON CORE introduce an all-new driver engineered for maximum efficiency, it's Dan Clark Audio's first headphone tuned to a revised Harman over-ear target developed through research with Dr. Sean Olive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt doesn't just sound different, it looks different. ÆON CORE sports a bold new aluminum and wood aesthetic that preserves the signature comfort of Dan Clark Audio headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA New Driver, Built for Efficiency\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eÆON CORE's planar magnetic driver stack was engineered around three priorities: efficiency, sonic excellence and affordable manufacturing. The result is DCA's most easily driven headphone to date. At 97 dB\/mW sensitivity, ÆON CORE pairs comfortably with portable DAC\/amps, dongles, and desktop gear alike. Amplifiers delivering at least 125 mW into 16 ohms are sufficient; additional power is welcome but not required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/9255\/5595\/files\/dca-aeon-core-banner_acc12528-b344-4c79-954c-0e63cdf55223.webp?v=1784661670\" width=\"2048\" height=\"2048\" alt=\"Dan Clark Audio AEON CORE headphone sitting on wooden stand right profile\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA Better Reference\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eÆON CORE's tuning is grounded in a corrected version of the Harman over-ear target, one that Dan Clark developed alongside Dr. Sean Olive in 2025. The original Harman curve was derived using a custom measurement pinna unavailable to anyone else, so all measurements comparing Headphones to the target curve actually contained a small error. Clark and Olive published an AES paper with a corrected curve that reflects the measurement system used by Audio professionals worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe practical effect is a tuning that's subtly but meaningfully different from prior ÆON models: a slightly warmer mid-range. As a result, vocals are forward without hardness, and strings have a lush and organic texture. The overall experience is incredibly engaging and musical and fun with a wide range of genres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eComfort Without Compromise\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eÆON CORE retains the physical design cues found throughout the line: DCA's signature ÆON earpads, titanium headband, and self-adjusting suspension strap. 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