Audeze EL-8 Closed Back Headphones
Free UK Delivery
Discontinued
Audeze (pronounced like 'odyssey') are commonly referred to as one of the most innovative and prestigious headphone manufacturers in the world. The forefront of their production process consists of simple design philosophy; to 'remove the boundaries between artist and listener'. Audeze headphones incorporate a superlative combination of radical acoustic engineering, and alluringly beautiful craftsmanship to provide the audio enthusiast with a luxuriously comfortable listening experience, complete with every potential microdynamic left uncompromised.
Audeze headphones use state-of-the-art methods of reproducing sound to a stunning level of accuracy, making them an unrivalled medium in achieving the most transparent audio reproduction possible. Adored by the most demanding audiophiles, professional engineers and music producers, the Audeze models act as the ideal reference.
The EL-8 range builds upon Audeze's long-standing design philosophy of offering a truly superior headphone model, while integrating this level of quality and audio authority into a more portable and more price accessible package. The EL-8 is lightweight and utilises newly enhanced technology, allowing for a compelling performance at home and on the move. They're designed to work beautifully with most modern portable media players and smart phones. With the EL- 8, you will find much of the tell tale signs of an Audeze product; superlative craftsmanship, classy wooden veneer accents and a meticulous level of attention to detail, both aesthetically and sonically.
The EL-8 is available in both open and closed back constructions, depending on your preference or application. Those wishing to listen critically, and experience a vastly open and detailed sound would be better suited to the open back model. If you're planning to listen while commuting, and prefer a more intense dynamic and extended bass response - then the closed back would be the best option for you. The closed back alternative does not leak sound, allowing you to enjoy your music without being disturbed/disturbing others.
Style | Open circumaural |
Transducer type | Planar magnetic |
Magnetic structure | Fluxor magnets |
Magnet type | Neodymium |
Driver Size | 100 mm |
Maximum power handling | 15W (for 200ms) |
Maximum SPL | >130dB |
Frequency response | 10Hz – 50kHz |
Total harmonic distortion | Less than 0.01% (1kHz, 1mW) |
Impedance | 30 ohms |
Efficiency | 102dB / 1mW |
Optimal power requirement | 200mW – 4W |
Weight | 460g |
UK Delivery
Providing your item is in stock, the order is usually dispatched within 24 hours. Postage and packing is completely free for orders over £99*. Out of stock items will be dispatched as soon as they become available, which can take between 4 to 21 days
UK Delivery orders are sent via our couriers' DPD Local on a next-day-delivery service and usually take between 1 and 3 days.
Local Delivery
Certain manufacturers disallow mail order for their products, however a local delivery may be possible.
We offer a local delivery service for a large number of our products. After your order has been placed, a member of the Hifi Gear team will contact you to arrange a convenient date and time for your local, personal delivery.
Click & Collect
We offer a free ‘Click & Collect’ service on all items. As soon as your order has been completed and is ready for collection a member of our team will be in contact with you. Orders can be collected from our store at 11 King Street, Hereford, HR4 9BW.
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