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Powerful yet refined and supremely spacious sounding, the Dan Clark Audio NOIRE XO headphones mark a new benchmark in open back headphones.
Headphones for music lovers
Integrating Dan Clark Audio’s (DCA) Acoustic Metamaterial Tuning System (AMTS) and enhanced planar magnetic drivers into an open backed, stylish NOIRE design, the NOIRE XO looks and sounds like a winner. A wide range of connections and two grades of cables widens your choice for personalisation. Sumptuous comfort and sophisticated design complete these highly desirable headphones.
Open back design for dramatic soundstaging
Featuring DCA’s state-of-the-art Acoustic Metamaterial Tuning System and planar drivers, within an open back format, the NOIRE XO’s deliver supremely open and spacious sound. Ideal for when you don’t need to worry about sound leakage or maximum sound isolation, the open back system lets the music ‘breathe’.
Acoustic Metamaterial Tuning System for high frequency purity
Previously found on Dan Clark Audio’s range-topping headphones, AMTS (Acoustic Metamaterial Tuning System) uses advanced metamaterial design concepts to eliminate high-frequency standing waves. These can cause harshness and lack of detail at the top-end of the frequency response, so once controlled, you get a smoother and less fatiguing treble response.
Well-balanced sound that suits all genres of music
Designed to sound equally satisfying with all types of music, the NOIRE XO headphones are superb all-rounders. You can expect an expansive sound, with clear levels of detail. Bass is punchy, the mid-range is transparent but not overly forward and the top-end is detailed without sounding aggressive.
Wide choice of cables, including balanced and single-ended
As standard, the NOIRE XO headphones are supplied with a DUMMER connection cable. This robust and well shielded cable comes fitted with a choice of 3.5mm (with 6.35mm adapter) single-ended or balanced 4.4mm plugs. Upgrade to the premium VIVO cable and you get a premium cable with silver-plated conductors for optimal sound. The VIVO cable is very supple and non-microphonic, making it the ideal choice for music on the move. Available with 6.35mm, 4.4mm or XLR-4 connections and in various lengths, it makes the optimal cable for these headphones.
Listen in comfort
Featuring a self-tensioning headband, you get evenly distributed pressure for reduced listening fatigue. Deeply padded cushions, using Alcantara synthetic suede on the contact surfaces, surround your ears for cool comfort and natural noise isolation.
Dramatic, all-black aesthetic
NOIRE XO’s dramatic black-on-black aesthetic gives these headphones a timeless appeal. NOIRE’s striking minimalist aesthetic is completed with the understated, tone-on-tone NOIRE logo.
Listen to the heart of the music, in comfort and style, with the Dan Clark Audio NOIRE XO headphones.
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Headphones for music lovers
Integrating Dan Clark Audio’s (DCA) Acoustic Metamaterial Tuning System (AMTS) and enhanced planar magnetic drivers into an open backed, stylish NOIRE design, the NOIRE XO looks and sounds like a winner. A wide range of connections and two grades of cables widens your choice for personalisation. Sumptuous comfort and sophisticated design complete these highly desirable headphones.
Open back design for dramatic soundstaging
Featuring DCA’s state-of-the-art Acoustic Metamaterial Tuning System and planar drivers, within an open back format, the NOIRE XO’s deliver supremely open and spacious sound. Ideal for when you don’t need to worry about sound leakage or maximum sound isolation, the open back system lets the music ‘breathe’.
Acoustic Metamaterial Tuning System for high frequency purity
Previously found on Dan Clark Audio’s range-topping headphones, AMTS (Acoustic Metamaterial Tuning System) uses advanced metamaterial design concepts to eliminate high-frequency standing waves. These can cause harshness and lack of detail at the top-end of the frequency response, so once controlled, you get a smoother and less fatiguing treble response.
Well-balanced sound that suits all genres of music
Designed to sound equally satisfying with all types of music, the NOIRE XO headphones are superb all-rounders. You can expect an expansive sound, with clear levels of detail. Bass is punchy, the mid-range is transparent but not overly forward and the top-end is detailed without sounding aggressive.
Wide choice of cables, including balanced and single-ended
As standard, the NOIRE XO headphones are supplied with a DUMMER connection cable. This robust and well shielded cable comes fitted with a choice of 3.5mm (with 6.35mm adapter) single-ended or balanced 4.4mm plugs. Upgrade to the premium VIVO cable and you get a premium cable with silver-plated conductors for optimal sound. The VIVO cable is very supple and non-microphonic, making it the ideal choice for music on the move. Available with 6.35mm, 4.4mm or XLR-4 connections and in various lengths, it makes the optimal cable for these headphones.
Listen in comfort
Featuring a self-tensioning headband, you get evenly distributed pressure for reduced listening fatigue. Deeply padded cushions, using Alcantara synthetic suede on the contact surfaces, surround your ears for cool comfort and natural noise isolation.
Dramatic, all-black aesthetic
NOIRE XO’s dramatic black-on-black aesthetic gives these headphones a timeless appeal. NOIRE’s striking minimalist aesthetic is completed with the understated, tone-on-tone NOIRE logo.
Listen to the heart of the music, in comfort and style, with the Dan Clark Audio NOIRE XO headphones.
