i5 vs Audeze EL8 Open-Back
The EL8 Open-Back's impedance is 30Ω against the i5's 28Ω and its sensitivity 102 dB against 98 dB. Both share low-frequency extension (10 Hz) and high-frequency extension (50 kHz).
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Estimated price (community-sourced)
$502
Around — community and catalog average, updates slowly
About the i5
The i5 is a full-size, wired, open-back planar magnetic headphone. It uses 97 mm drivers with an ultra-thin diaphragm and 22 N50-grade neodymium magnets per earcup. Its construction includes walnut earcup chambers, an aluminum frame, a memory-metal headband and adjustable earcups. The manufacturer lists a 10 Hz–50 kHz frequency response, 28 Ω nominal impedance and 98 dB/mW sensitivity. The package includes a headphone cable, a 6.35 mm adapter and a user manual.
Specifications
Transducer Specifications
Driver and acoustic performance characteristics
- Sensitivity
- 98 dB SPL @ 1W/1m
- Impedance
- 28Ω
- Frequency Response
- 10 Hz - 50 kHz
- Min. Amplifier Power
- 500W
Key Specifications
Sensitivity: 98 dB
Impedance: 28Ω
Frequency: 10-50000 Hz
Specifications are community-contributed and may not be accurate or complete. Verify all details with the manufacturer before making purchasing decisions. Terms & Conditions