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I just tried planar magnetic headphones… hello bass!

There are two main driver technologies used in audiophile headphones – dynamic and planar magnetic drivers. The FT1 Pros use ...
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Astell and Kern's pocket-sized DAC vows to "set a new benchmark for portable audio performance"

Following on from 2023's HC4 model, the new Astell & Kern HC5 DAC vows to "set a new benchmark for portable audio performance ...

Astell&Kern Ends 2025 With The Launch Of A New Pocket DAC And Deluxe Earphones

Astell&Kern has announced the HC5 DAC/Headphone Amp and has teamed up with VOLK Audio and award-winning sound engineer, ...
IEEE

Optimization of Design Parameters to Improve Performance of a Planar Electromagnetic Actuator

Abstract: Electromagnetic actuators based on passively levitating planar magnetic platforms driven by co-planar current-carrying coils find widespread use in precision positioning applications. While ...
eCoustics

Sendy Audio Egret Headphones Debut with New Planar Drivers and Nano Fiber Diaphragm Tech

According to Sendy, Egret isn’t just another iteration. It’s the start of a new chapter in planar headphone engineering aimed at better accuracy, refinement, and long term listening comfort.
Irish Examiner

Audeze’s most accessible closed-back planar aims big with new ‘Slam’ tech

Audeze’s LCD-S20 brings the company’s planar expertise to a more accessible price, mixing premium bass performance, excellent ...