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Astell&Kern Pathfinder

Product code: 125559
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Astell&Kern and Campfire Audio have already worked together on the AK Solaris X earphones, which were introduced in 2021. Today, the companies have once again joined forces, combining their advanced technologies and developments to create a completely new product worthy of the name PATHFINDER. In order to bring their vision to life, the companies' engineers tested numerous prototypes. By developing a unique design and incorporating an innovative dual-chamber driver with a balanced armature, they finally achieved the sought-after sound.

Features:

  • hybrid design
  • High frequency: custom dual BA driver
  • Midrange: latest two-chamber BA driver from Knowles
  • Low frequency: two custom 10mm dynamic drivers
  • T.A.E.C. technology
  • Radial Venting technology
  • Internal housing 3D-printed
  • Housing made of anodized aluminum and stainless steel
  • Handcrafted

Combination for perfect balance

To achieve an extended frequency range, realistic reproduction, and perfect balance, a completely new design was required. In the PATHFINDER, the latest two-chamber BA driver from Knowles is responsible for the critical midrange, while the custom dual BA driver handles the highs, and two hybrid diaphragm dynamic drivers deliver the bass and lower midrange.

New level of performance with dual drivers and T.A.E.C

Custom-tuned for PATHFINDER, the dual driver with balanced armature and the proprietary T.A.E.C. technology (Tuned Acoustic Expansion Chamber) provides clearer and more accurate expression of high frequencies without sibilance or listener fatigue.

First-ever application of dual-chamber BA driver technology

The new dual-chamber driver from Knowles, introduced for the first time in PATHFINDER, is an innovative transducer with a balanced armature where one coil drives two separate diaphragms. The effect is comparable to a twin-cylinder engine, delivering greater power and smoother operation compared to a single large-piston engine. The new dual-chamber driver effectively reproduces warmer and more natural mid-frequencies.

Rich bass – dual 10mm dynamic drivers

Custom 10mm drivers with hybrid diaphragm (PU + LCP) incorporate Campfire Audio’s new design – a 3D-printed acoustic chamber with radial venting. This solution ensures rich sound with faster and more powerful bass, without excessive pressure or exaggeration.

Durable Anti-Resonance Enclosure

The headphone enclosures are precision-milled from high-quality aluminum and anodized in a black "Night Sky" color. The aluminum chassis, together with the stainless steel faceplate and sound bore, ensure durability and suppress unwanted vibrations, minimizing noise. At the same time, the enclosure provides a secure fit so that you can enjoy comfortable listening to your favorite music.

Beryllium/Copper MMCX Connectors

PATHFINDER comes with custom-made MMCX connectors made of beryllium copper. They are more resistant to wear than standard brass connectors, allowing for a reliable connection and extended lifespan.

Silver-Plated Copper and Flat Cable

The headphones are equipped with three premium cables made of silver-plated copper, which allow for the full realization of their potential with any connection (unbalanced 3.5mm, balanced 2.5mm, or 4.4mm). The cable consists of Litz conductors made of oxygen-free silver-plated copper, providing a cleaner and more extended sound. The flat cable design prevents tangling and allows for easy storage.

Contents:

  • headphones;
  • cable with a 2.5 mm connector
  • cable with a 3.5 mm connector
  • cable with a 4.4 mm connector
  • 5 pairs of Final Audio E-Type ear tips (XS/S/M/L/XL)
  • 3 pairs of Campfire Audio Marshmallow ear tips (S/M/L)
  • 3 pairs of silicone ear tips (S/M/L)
  • cleaning tool for headphones
  • leather zipper case
  • soft headphone case
  • soft case for storing ear tips and cables
  • documentation
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Characteristics

Characteristics

Earpads material

The material of earpads affects both your comfort and the sound. It can be leather, eco-leather, velour, fabric/microfiber and foam rubber.

Glossary of terms
silicone
Headphone type

Over-Ear (cover the ear completely), on-ear (pressed against the ear), in-ear (inserted into the ear canal) or earbuds (inserted into the auricle, but not inserted into the ear canal).

Glossary of terms
wired
Kind of headphones
in-ear

A type of headphones that are inserted into the ear canal and can provide both partial and complete noise isolation.

Словарь терминов
Cable length, m

The length should allow you to lay the cable with a small margin. The longer the cable, the more impact it can have on the sound.

Glossary of terms
1.2
Case included
yes
Color
Color shade
silver
Connector shape
straight
Connectors
MMCX, 3.5mm jack
Detachable cable

The opportunity to disconnect the standard headphone cable makes it possible to experiment with different wires.

Glossary of terms
yes
Driver type

Most of the headphones are dynamic but there are electrostatic, isodynamic, etc.

Glossary of terms
hybrid

A combination of different types of drivers.

Словарь терминов
Headphone sensitivity, dB

More sensitive headphones will play louder than headphones with less sensitivity (with the same signal level and resistance)

Glossary of terms
94
Headset type
stereo
Impedance, Ohms

No higher than 32 Ohms for smartphone headphones. When using a good player or amplifier, it can be up to 100 Ohms. For stationary models you should coordinate the impedance with the amplifier power

Glossary of terms
6.2
Material
aluminum
Membrane diameter, mm

The size of the driver membrane

Glossary of terms
10
Number of drivers

The number of drivers in each headphone. However, quantity does not equal quality. Driver coordination, their configuration, correct crossover, sound bores affects the sound

Glossary of terms
5
The highest frequency, kHz

The upper limit of the frequencies reproduced by the device. The human ear hears the standard frequency range: 20 Hz – 20000 Hz.

Glossary of terms
20
The lowest frequency, Hz
5
Type of acoustic design

Open (with no insulation) or closed (passive noise insulation) or semi-open (intermediate version). Open headphones sound more airy and provide a wide stage, closed ones provide noise isolation and amplify low frequencies.

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Model
Astell&Kern Pathfinder
Weight, g
15
Country of origin

The country of origin may differ from the declared one. Production facilities may be located in several states. All brand factories operate according to general standards, and finished products undergo appropriate control.

USA
Service life, months
24
Warranty, months
12
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