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The Abyss AB1266 Phi TC headphones feature ultra-thin patented Total Consciousness (TC) planar magnetic drivers, delivering the highest resolution sound with exceptional detail and natural musicality. Designed and machined in Buffalo, New York, these headphones use a solid aluminum frame with a two-tone polymer ceramic coating for durability and aesthetics. The open-back design with aerospace foamed aluminum sides provides a spacious, natural soundstage. They include high-power neodymium magnets, low carbon steel front baffle for resonance control, and matched driver pairs for accurate sound reproduction. Comfort is ensured with soft lambskin ear pads and a padded French leather headband that distributes weight evenly and isolates head movement. The headphones are designed to float lightly on the ears without clamping, suitable even for eyeglass wearers. Each unit is laser engraved for traceability and collectability. Available in standard and complete packages, the latter includes upgraded JPS Labs Superconductor cables and a heavy leather carry case. These headphones require a quality headphone amplifier for best performance and are made entirely in the USA.
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The closest alternatives on specs, description and the systems they turn up in, with the specs they share set side by side.
The EXPANSE's sensitivity is 86.5 dB against the AB1266 Phi TC's 88 dB, its impedance 23Ω against 50Ω, its driver size 76mm against 66mm, and its high-frequency extension 20 kHz against 35 kHz.
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
The LCD-5s's sensitivity is 90 dB against the AB1266 Phi TC's 88 dB, its impedance 30Ω against 50Ω, and its driver size 90mm against 66mm. Both share low-frequency extension (5 Hz).
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
The Susvara's sensitivity is 83 dB against the AB1266 Phi TC's 88 dB, its impedance 60Ω against 50Ω, its low-frequency extension 6 Hz against 5 Hz, and its high-frequency extension 75 kHz against 35 kHz.
Both turn up in the same documented systems.
The ATH-AWKG's impedance is 48Ω against the AB1266 Phi TC's 50Ω, its sensitivity 102 dB against 88 dB, and its driver size 53mm against 66mm. Both share low-frequency extension (5 Hz).
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