{"product_id":"brise-audio-fugaku-10th-anniversary-edition-10th-ae","title":"Brise Audio – FUGAKU 10th Anniversary Edition (10th AE)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery time upon request\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/0304\/3261\/files\/aff4bbaa-65df-405d-b8f5-71c7af9fd640.svg?v=1787056592\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo celebrate its 10th corporate anniversary, Japanese high-end audio manufacturer \u003cb\u003eBrise Audio\u003c\/b\u003e is releasing a limited special edition of its flagship system, \u003ci\u003eFUGAKU\u003c\/i\u003e. The system combines the proven FUGAKU platform with the newly developed \u003cb\u003eNISHIKI cable technology\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey innovations compared with the standard FUGAKU\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003col start=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNISHIKI Wiring:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA special 16-wire connection cable (\u003ci\u003eNISHIKI 16wire Ultimate\u003c\/i\u003e) that drives each driver separately through the amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe amplifier's internal signal wiring and the included 4.4 mm connection cable also use NISHIKI conductors (a special silver-copper blend with a gold coating and polyurethane insulation).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNew Design \u0026amp; Materials (PVD Gold \u0026amp; Titanium):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarphone housings made of pure titanium with a gold PVD coating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTitanium amplifier housing in PVD black, with a 100% forged carbon top plate and a gold titanium volume control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHCNT Material:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse of the innovative \u003ci\u003eHCNT\u003c\/i\u003e material to optimize the sound of the drivers, amplifier components, and cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCustomized Active Crossover:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA newly tuned sound curve that brings out the harmonious, detailed sonic character of the NISHIKI conductors to its fullest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNISHIKI Cables\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Unified Signal Path with NISHIKI\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/0304\/3261\/files\/B.webp?v=1787056165\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe specialized cable connecting the amplifier to the earphones is the \u003ci\u003eNISHIKI 16wire Ultimate for FUGAKU 10th AE\u003c\/i\u003e, featuring sound optimization developed specifically for this system. Its 16-wire design—which independently drives the 5-way drivers through a total of 12 amplifier channels—combines with the characteristic sound signature of the NISHIKI conductor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNISHIKI wire is also used for the internal wiring that connects the input and output boards of the dedicated amplifier. By standardizing the entire signal path from input to output with NISHIKI wire, its sonic character extends throughout the entire system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn Ultimate-class connection cable (4.4 mm to 4.4 mm) is also included, made from gold-plated, copper-shielded NISHIKI cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePVD-gold titanium\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePure titanium wrapped in the brand color\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/0304\/3261\/files\/C.webp?v=1787056166\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe earphone housings are made of pure titanium with a PVD-gold finish—the brand color of Brise Audio, reminiscent of NISHIKI’s appearance. Pure titanium, which offers balanced resonance characteristics with minimal metal-related coloration, receives a finish befitting an anniversary model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe dedicated amplifier combines a pure titanium housing with a black PVD finish in the brand color style and a pure titanium volume control with a PVD-gold finish. This contrast of black and gold defines the distinctive design of the 10th Anniversary Edition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHCNT\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe latest HCNT material throughout the system\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/0304\/3261\/files\/D.webp?v=1787056165\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHCNT, the latest material introduced with NISHIKI, is also used in the 10th AE as one of the materials for sound optimization. It is used throughout the system—in the drivers inside the earphones, the components of the dedicated amplifier, the special cable, and the included connection cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy adding HCNT as a new option to the sound-enhancement know-how refined over many years—determining which materials are placed where and in what order—the sonic tuning of the 10th AE has been elevated to a new level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCrossover tuning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA custom sound curve tuned to NISHIKI\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/0304\/3261\/files\/L.webp?v=1787056166\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause FUGAKU manages frequency allocation via the active crossover in the amplifier, the frequency response can be shaped with complete freedom. The 10th AE takes advantage of this to establish a new, dedicated sound curve that harmoniously integrates the sonic character of the NISHIKI cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombining NISHIKI’s relaxed, effortless sound with FUGAKU’s richly detailed expressiveness and lifelike realism creates a pleasant, immersive listening experience—as if you were enveloped in a sea of sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDedicated amplifier\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e10-channel active crossover + 12-channel power amplifier (10 channels total, left\/right)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/0304\/3261\/files\/H.webp?v=1787056165\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe low-frequency range operates in balanced mode, while the other frequency ranges operate in single-ended mode, with a dedicated power amplifier directly driving each individual driver in every band. A power-supply design that prevents interference between the circuits and a dense three-dimensional circuit layout accommodate this wealth of technology in a palm-sized housing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHousing \u0026amp; finish\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHousing: Pure titanium (black PVD coating)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\/ Top plate: 100% forged carbon (Forged Carbon)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\/ Volume control: Pure titanium (gold PVD coating)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequency response\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2 Hz – 408 kHz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInputs\/outputs \u0026amp; power supply\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInput: 4.4 mm balanced (with GND connection) \/ 3.5 mm single-ended\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOutput: 2× round 9-pin push-pull sockets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharging port: USB Type-C (5 V)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIncluded 3.5 mm-to-3.5 mm cable\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNISHIKI MINI for FUGAKU 10th AE\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/0304\/3261\/files\/I.jpg?v=1787056619\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA special connection cable made from NISHIKI wire is included to connect your source device to the dedicated amplifier. Its four signal conductors consist of NISHIKI wire made from gold-plated pure copper and gold-plated fine silver, enclosed in an outer shield made from gold-plated pure copper. Two of these cable strands are used to completely separate the left and right channels from each other. It has the same NISHIKI sonic tuning as the earphone cable, ensuring a consistent signal path from input to output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEarphones (tri-hybrid \/ 8 drivers \/ 5-way):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSuper tweeter:\u003c\/b\u003e 1× xMEMS solid-state driver\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTreble:\u003c\/b\u003e 2× Knowles Balanced Armature (BA)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMidrange:\u003c\/b\u003e 2× Knowles BA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLow-midrange:\u003c\/b\u003e 1× Sonion BA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBass:\u003c\/b\u003e 2× dynamic 8 mm drivers with LCP diaphragms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrequency response:\u003c\/b\u003e 5 Hz – 100 kHz\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePortable amplifier:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFully analog design: 10-channel active crossover + 12-channel power amplifier (direct drive of the individual drivers).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInputs:\u003c\/b\u003e 4.4 mm balanced \u0026amp; 3.5 mm single-ended.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBattery life:\u003c\/b\u003e Approx. 7 hours (charging time approx. 5 hours via USB-C).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight \/ dimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e 545 g | 80 × 127 × 33 mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eManufacturing:\u003c\/b\u003e Handcrafted in Japan (Tamamura, Gunma).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePackage contents \u0026amp; accessories\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn-ear headphones \u0026amp; dedicated amplifier\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNISHIKI 16-core special cable \u0026amp; NISHIKI 4.4 mm interconnect cable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenuine leather case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVarious ear tips, USB charger\/cable, serial number and warranty card (2-year warranty)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Audio Essence","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56853494890882,"sku":null,"price":21999.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/0304\/3261\/files\/Fugaku10th.webp?v=1787056808","url":"https:\/\/audioessence.ch\/en\/products\/brise-audio-fugaku-10th-anniversary-edition-10th-ae","provider":"Audio Essence","version":"1.0","type":"link"}