{"product_id":"at-b-ab-92-planarer-high-end-kopfhorer","title":"AT-B AB 92 \"AirBorne\" - Planar High-End Headphones","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery time approx. 1-2 weeks\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/0304\/3261\/files\/ArcTec_AB_92_1.jpg?v=1781621850\"\u003eThese exquisite magnetostatic headphones (planar headphones) are based on ultra-thin membranes only 1.5 µm (!) thick with conductor tracks made of pure silver. An impressive bandwidth of \u0026gt; 50 kHz is achieved, resulting in fascinating clarity – especially with transient-rich music.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"6,0\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"A stunning experience. An innovative, uncompromising approach to the best possible music playback.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReviews\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/0304\/3261\/files\/STEREO-review-e.webp?v=1781622429\" alt=\"\" width=\"272\" height=\"62\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eTEST RESULT: FUNDAMENTAL. DECISIVE. TRANSPARENT.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRating: 92\/100 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Comparing these headphones, which cost €2,400, to the room-filling sound towers that often cost five-figure sums, one can say they are very affordable and offer a truly captivating sound experience, even when paired with the iFi headphone amplifier that cost €8,000 at the time. As far as sound is concerned, there is absolutely nothing to complain about.\" - Michael Lang, Stereo\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"41\" width=\"216\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/0304\/3261\/files\/Headfonia-main-retina-5_063f3eba-2844-461c-87e3-f53d415f2b11.png?v=1750245772\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The ArcTec AB 92 Airborne is a classic looking and well-built planar magnetic headphone with a transparent character you don’t very often see in the newest planar designs. Its strengths lie in its open, natural, spacious and musical presentation, vocal delivery and sound stage width.\u003cspan\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.headfonia.com\/arctec-ab-92-review\/\"\u003eArcTec AB 92 Review - Headfonia\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eSilver membrane technology\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eWhen considering conductor materials in terms of specific conductivity and weight, silver proved to be the clear winner. Our ultra-thin 1.5 μm membranes deliver an unprecedented bandwidth of over 50 kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/0304\/3261\/files\/headphones-detail-DMX3RmDR.webp?v=1781621762\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMembrane thickness:\u003c\/b\u003e \u0026lt; 1.5 μm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eBandwidth:\u003c\/b\u003e \u0026gt; 50 kHz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eConductor:\u003c\/b\u003e Pure silver\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eFree rear sound radiation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eAB stands for \"AirBorne\" — literally floating in the air, free from reflections. The fully open design prevents any sound coloration caused by reflected sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDesign:\u003c\/b\u003e Fully open\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eReflections:\u003c\/b\u003e Eliminated\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSoundstage:\u003c\/b\u003e Natural 3D\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003ePrecision engineering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eMachined aluminum rings with exceptional stiffness, carefully damped to eliminate resonances. Black anodized and glass bead blasted for lasting beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Machined aluminum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSurface:\u003c\/b\u003e Black anodized\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDamping:\u003c\/b\u003e Acoustically inert\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/0304\/3261\/files\/headphones-dramatic-DD79HMTI.webp?v=1781621762\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003eWhy silver?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e6.30×10⁷ S\/m (Conductivity):\u003c\/b\u003e Highest of all metals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e10.49 g\/cm³ (Density):\u003c\/b\u003e Optimal power-to-weight ratio\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e99.99% (Purity):\u003c\/b\u003e Electrochemical deposition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u0026lt; 1.5 μm (Thickness):\u003c\/b\u003e Ultra-thin conductor\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eConstruction \u0026 Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThe AB 92 is a planar headphone that stands out due to two design features: - All supporting parts are made of aluminum, which is nickel-plated, chrome-plated, and either: the yokes are mirror-polished or black anodized and bead-blasted. They will serve you for many years. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThe drivers are carefully designed and stand out for excellent performance in terms of frequency response and distortion factor. The housing shells are completely open, so practically no reflections of the radiated sound occur. In fact, obstacles behind the diaphragm are avoided wherever possible. The mechanics of these extremely open headphones therefore produce almost no resonances or reflections and ensure a fascinating sound reproduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThe diaphragm is only ≤ 1.5 µm thick, taking into account the conductor paths made of pure silver. This allows the AB 92 to achieve an extraordinary sound level characterized by the highest resolution and a very clear and deep-reaching bass range. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eHowever, you don't have to just take our word for it, try it yourself:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\" data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"124\"\u003e\"The decisive criterion is listening\"\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSound signature\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the spectral distribution, HighFidelity plays the decisive role, the goal being to achieve a faithful reproduction. This is not easy to determine given today's music productions and preferences, as there is no comparison with the original when electronic sound generation or modification is involved: there is no original to refer to for truth, like a synthesizer. \u003cbr\u003e\"Really\" sounding no one can say, because there is no acoustic original.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOf course, one can subjectively find this good and others bad, but these are matters of taste that cannot be used to judge \"closer to the original.\"  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt ArcTec, this aspect is taken particularly seriously. As the developer of these headphones, I would like to note that as a classical music lover, I have attended many concerts and also enjoy playing the piano myself. Constant exposure to original sounds is indeed a helpful tool for evaluating sound transducers, whether speakers or headphones. Out of conviction, the treble content in the AB 92 is comparatively moderate, but it is oriented towards the desire for high fidelity, the faithful reproduction of sound.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eTechnical data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eGeneral \u0026amp; design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,0,0\"\u003eModel:\u003c\/b\u003e ArcTec AB 92\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,1,0\"\u003eType:\u003c\/b\u003e Stationary over-ear headphones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,2,0\"\u003eDesign:\u003c\/b\u003e Open\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,3,0\"\u003eHousing:\u003c\/b\u003e Machined aluminum, anodized and glass bead blasted\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"4,4,0\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 540 g (without cable)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eAcoustic properties\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003eDriver principle:\u003c\/b\u003e Magnetostatic (planar)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003eDriver diameter:\u003c\/b\u003e 92 mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003eNominal impedance:\u003c\/b\u003e 33 ohms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,3,0\"\u003eSensitivity:\u003c\/b\u003e 90 dB SPL\/mW\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6,4,0\"\u003eFrequency response:\u003c\/b\u003e 12 – 42,000 Hz (measurement limit)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eCable \u0026amp; connection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003eIncluded cable:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.5 m unbalanced cable with 3.5 mm jack plug\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003eChannel marking:\u003c\/b\u003e The markings for the left and right channels (L and R) are clearly visible on the inside of the headband.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eScope of delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e1 pair\u003c\/b\u003e ArcTec AB 92 headphones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e1 pair\u003c\/b\u003e ear pads (already mounted on the headphones)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e1x\u003c\/b\u003e 1.5 m headphone cable (3.5 mm jack)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\"\u003e1x\u003c\/b\u003e User manual\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eHeadband adjustment\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"14,0\"\u003eThis is how you optimally adjust the headphones to your head shape:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14,1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0,0\"\u003eExtend:\u003c\/b\u003e Pull the ear cups evenly downward with both hands. The integrated leather band is attached to flexible springs that yield accordingly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"14,1,1,0\"\u003eShorten:\u003c\/b\u003e Simply slide the ear cups back up. The internal springs automatically retract the leather band and securely fix it in the desired position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Audio Essence","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56712955855234,"sku":null,"price":2099.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/0304\/3261\/files\/AT-B-AB-92-00.jpg?v=1781622872","url":"https:\/\/audioessence.ch\/en\/products\/at-b-ab-92-planar-high-end-headphones","provider":"Audio Essence","version":"1.0","type":"link"}