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Quad ERA-1 Headphones

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Quad ERA-1 Headphones

The Quad ERA-1 incorporates an ultra-thin, electrically active diaphragm which is extremely thin, but yet just as strong and as highly elastic, weighing less than the air it displaces. This is fused with a precisely arranged magnet array, designed to maximise sensitivity and consistency of the applied force over the driver area.

Quad has invented a nonlinear vibration dampening technology which allows the driver to offer an effortless but a pure dynamic frequency response for perfect clarity and an engaging sound. The ERA 1's are supplied with 2 pairs of different earpads, made out of genuine leather and synthetic leather, for slightly different acoustics; what Quad has done is tuned these headphones to match their evolutionary famous ESL range of loudspeakers.

Quad ERA 1, is the first planar magnetic headphones from the highly revered Quad brand, offering a frequency range of 10 to 40k Hertz. They are supplied with 2 pairs of different earpads (genuine leather and synthetic leather) for slightly different acoustics; the sound is tuned to match Quad's world-famous ESL range of loudspeakers.

 

Quad's Legacy

Since 1936, Quad has been responsible for some landmark audio products, but none more famous than the iconic ESL electrostatic panel loudspeakers. In a new ERA for Quad, they've drawn on their expertise with electrostatics to design these outstanding planar headphones, ERA-1. Quad engineers have developed a planar magnetic drive film technology which delivers a fast, open and transparent sound - similar in performance to the world famous ESL loudspeakers.

No Ordinary Headphone

Unlike ordinary headphones that use mass-produced dynamic cone drivers which can hamper transient response and cause an uneven frequency response, Quad's cutting-edge planar magnetic technology delivers a more natural and accurate sound, ensuring you hear every nuance of a recorded musical performance.

Quad Era-1 incorporates an ultra-thin, electrically active diaphragm, thinner than a human hair yet extremely strong and highly elastic, weighing less than the air it displaces. This is fused with a precisely arranged magnet array, designed to maximise sensitivity and consistency of the applied force over the driver area.

 

Engaging Performance

Quad's patented nonlinear vibration dampening technology allows the driver to offer an effortless, pure and dynamic extended frequency response for perfect clarity and engaging sound. The metal cavity behind the driver is specially designed for optimal performance and the drivers are closely matched for spacious three-dimensional stereo imaging, suiting all types of music.

 

Planar Diaphragm

When sound enters our ears, it has a planar wavefront with all spectrum components in phase. A typical dynamic headphone driver disrupts this coherence with its phase irregularity, resulting in less than perfect signal peak reconstructions. Quad's planar magnetic driver has much better phase coherency since all parts of the diaphragm vibrate in harmony without break up or delayed resonance. The driver's flat conductor pattern, without inductive components, eliminates inductance-related intermodulation distortion, this is especially common in dynamic drivers with high impedance and a high number of voice coil turns.

 

Superbly Compatible

Many planar magnetic headphones require high power amplifiers to drive them. Quad Era-1 combines high sensitivity with low impedance enabling them to perform well with a range of partnering devices, from high res portable players to high-quality headphone amps. Quad's valve-based PA-One headphone amp/DAC is a superb match for the Era-1 combining sonic clarity and fluidity to stunning effect.

 

Luxurious Build

Era-1 fuses the assurance of tradition with the thrill of innovation. A robust construction and a premium finish deliver a suitably luxurious feel yet the headphones are comfortably lightweight compared to similar models. Quad have also included a choice of two earpads; a soft leather type or latex with a fleecy layer. A high-quality, detachable 215cm cable is also supplied along with a sturdy carry case.

 

Closest Approach

High-resolution sound, teeming with musical expression - the Era-1 headphones submerge you in the performance of your favourite musicians with direct and engaging intimacy. Once again, Quad delivers 'the closest approach to the original sound', bringing you up close and personal to the music you love with enticing clarity and definition.

 

Who is Quad?

Quad is a highly renowned manufacturer of quality hifi electronics and loudspeakers, having developed award-winning audiophile-standard products standard for over 80 years, their highly acclaimed reputation is well-earned. The company originally built speakers for public address, moving onto domestic hifi following the end of the war. The first commercially available products were the Quad 22 Pre-amp and Quad II Monoblock Power Amplifiers, both of which were on the market for ten years to great success. The new Quad ERA 1 is the first planar magnetic headphones from Quad. These headphones will offer the customer a frequency range of 10 to 40k Hertz. 

 Transducer Dynamic
Diaphragm  Planar Magnetic
Wear  Over Ear Headphones
Impedance  20Ω +/-15% (@1kHz)
Sensitivity  108 +/-3dB/Vrms
Sensitivity  @1000Hz: 92dB/mw
 Frequency Response 10-40,000Hz
 THD  <0.2% (@1000Hz, 1mW)
 In Power 100/300mW (rated/max)
Channel balance   <2dB (@100-5k Hz)
Cable Length  3m

 

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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