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Both headphones take advantage of new planar magnetic drivers.

Planar magnetic drivers are a key feature of the STAX SPIRIT S5, setting it apart from conventional dynamic driver headphones. Unlike dynamic drivers, which use a cone-shaped diaphragm driven by a ...

The last time we checked in on Noble Audio, the company had developed a set of wireless earbuds with xMEMS drivers inside. Now, the company is back with its first set of wireless headphones, and it ...

At $2,899, the HiFiMAN ISVARNA offers both planar magnetic and dynamic drivers to boost the low frequencies in a closed-back design. HiFiMAN has introduced ISVARNA, an over-ear planar magnetic ...

The Audeze MM-100 are probably the best and most affordable planar magnetic headphones on the market right now. The sound, build quality and value for money is unrivalled. Audeze has been championing ...

Audeze has been on a mission to make planar magnetic headphones more affordable for nearly two decades. The category can achieve a very high fidelity over the entire frequency range with very little ...

Meze Audio is well known for its beautiful (and relatively affordable) hi-fi headphones. However, in recent years, the Romanian audio maker has become one of the leaders in planar magnetic headphones ...

At $449, find out how the FiiO FT5 open-back planar magnetic headphones compare to Audeze MM-100, Sennheiser HD660s and Beyerdynamic DT1990 Pro. Having established itself as one of the leading brands ...

The Audeze MM-520 isn't for everyone. It's tuned with an exceptionally linear and natural midrange, making vocals sound remarkably lifelike. The premium headphones also impress across the highs and ...