Dan Clark Audio Noire XO updates the cult AEON 2 Noire, integrating the modern DCA Metamaterial Tuning System (AMTS) acoustic system with an improved driver, all in a stunning ergonomic design. The expansive soundstage of Noire XO, rich bass, silky midrange, vibrant highs, and plenty of details that blend well with all genres of music will allow you to enjoy your favorite music all day long.
Features:
- Open-back wired headphones using planar magnetic drivers
- AMTS tuning system uses advanced metamaterial design concepts to shape the system's frequency response
- Self-adjusting headband designed to reduce user fatigue by evenly distributing pressure on the head
- Alcantara earpads resistant to heat and moisture
- Signature VIVO cable
The striking aesthetics of Noire XO in "black on black" style, enhanced earpads, self-adjusting headband, and large ear cups highlight numerous interesting improvements designed for maximum listening pleasure. With Noire XO, Dan Clark Audio sets a new standard for performance, comfort, and value in high-end headphones.
These planar magnetic headphones can set the benchmark among mid-range models. Here's why: Noire XO offers an extended soundstage with deep bass, clear mids, and smooth highs. This creates an immersive sound experience without fatigue during long listening sessions. Dan Clark Audio Noire XO are among the few open-back headphones that can follow the Harman target curve across the entire frequency spectrum.
Significant investments in research and development have been made to optimize other aspects of the Noire XO planar driver. New manufacturing processes combined with highly optimized V-pattern corrugation provide incredibly smooth frequency response with low distortion levels across the listening range. Achieving such a level of detail, which was previously mainly found in high-end headphones.
Using the most advanced measurement systems Audio Precision 555B and B & K 5128, engineers carefully integrated the new Noire XO driver with the signature AMTS technology and updated earpads to create an impression that you will never forget.
AMTS - Acoustic Metamaterial Tuning System
Arguably the most important feature of Noire XO is the addition of the AMTS tuning system, previously only found in high-end headphones like Stealth, Expanse, E3, and Corina, acclaimed by critics. Truly revolutionary in acoustic engineering, AMTS uses advanced metamaterial design technologies to shape the system's frequency response, simultaneously eliminating high-frequency standing waves responsible for the synthetic sound high frequencies present in many headphones.
By eliminating these standing waves, Noire XO with AMTS provides incredibly balanced, detailed, and airy high frequencies without tiring distortions that degrade the listening quality.
Self-adjusting Headband
The headband arches are made of nitinol - a metal that withstands deformation well, regaining its shape when heated. This allows bending the headband within very wide limits without the risk of damage. The head of Noire XO is supported by a wide leather padding, which has a pronounced texture and prevents sweating. The even pressure distribution helps prevent the appearance of "hot spots," making Noire XO an ideal solution for hours of immersive listening without any adjustments or strain.
Luxurious Comfort with Enhanced Earpads
The Noire XO package includes completely new earpads, providing exceptionally comfortable sound. With synthetic Alcantara suede on the contact surface, heat and moisture accumulation is reduced, ensuring cool comfort during long listening sessions, even in a warmer or more humid environment. In addition, the Noire XO earpads are designed to reduce "foam roll-off," so they will have a longer service life and more stable fit and performance. Noire XO earpads are backward compatible with AEON 2 NOIRE, AEON RT Closed, and AEON 2 Closed headphones.
Extended Connectivity Options with Universal Cable Choices
For those seeking additional flexibility in terms of cable length and termination, it is easy to switch to VIVO ultra-premium class cables to have a wider choice, including cables of non-standard lengths. Thanks to these universal cable options, you can connect the headphones to any amplifier, eliminating the need for expensive cables from third-party manufacturers and ensuring maximum sound tuning response.
Package includes:
- Headphones
- 2m cable with 4-pin XLR connector
- Storage case
- Manual
