{"product_id":"warwick-aperio","title":"Warwick Acoustics Aperio Reference Headphone System","description":"\n\u003ch3\u003eWarwick Acoustics Aperio \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAPERIO \u003c\/strong\u003ereference headphone system strives to deliver the highest level of audio performance achievable, by means of Warwick's proprietary planar electrostatic technology.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAPERIO\u003c\/strong\u003e utilises a highly-refined, evolutionary advancement of technology originally developed by Warwick Acoustics for its ground-breaking and multi-award-winning Sonoma Model One Headphone System.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the \u003cstrong\u003eAPERIO \u003c\/strong\u003eheadphone, Warwick Acoustics had two primary design objectives:\u003cbr\u003e1) the headphone must provide the optimum mechanical and acoustical conditions for the BD-HPEL transducer that enable the best audio performance and sound quality possible to be achieved and,\u003cbr\u003e2) the headphone must be comfortable for the user, even under critical monitoring conditions, for extended periods of time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBD-HPEL Transducer\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe single most crucial component of any headphone system is the transducer. The ultimate performance of the complete sound reproduction system will be determined and limited by the acoustical performance and fidelity of the transducer.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAPERIO \u003c\/strong\u003eutilises a new Balanced-Drive HPEL Transducer (BD-HPEL) a symmetrically-driven variant of Warwick Acoustics High Precision Electrostatic Laminate (HPEL) transducer, originally developed for the Sonoma Model One headphone system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInjected Magnesium Ear cups\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMajor structural components of the headphone, for example, the ear cups, are fabricated of injected Magnesium a rigid material lighter and significantly better-damped than aluminium and most polymers. Because the Magnesium is injected, complex and precise components that typically would require CNC-machining are possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEar Cushions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn order to achieve outstanding low frequency performance, the \u003cstrong\u003eAPERIO \u003c\/strong\u003erequires a small sealed air volume between the transducer and listeners head. The \u003cstrong\u003eAPERIO \u003c\/strong\u003emaintains this air volume and requisite air seal through key design features that eliminate air leakage, even with variations in head and ear shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeadphone Comfort\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe APERIO addresses comfort by minimising weight and optimising geometry. The advanced materials utilised in the design, such as Magnesium and Engineering polymers, result in a very low mass of 405 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCutting-edge components\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAPERIO \u003c\/strong\u003eis a complete sound reproduction system, thus the electronics are optimised specifically for the \u003cstrong\u003eAPERIO \u003c\/strong\u003eheadphone. Every element of the sound reproduction chain between raw audio data input (from an analogue or digital source) and output to the headphone is included and fully optimised within the \u003cstrong\u003eAPERIO \u003c\/strong\u003eelectronics.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEvery functional sub-section of the electronics has been designed to state-of-the-art standards, without compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAnalogue Line Output\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Analogue Line Output section features a novel Class A circuit that can output very high voltages with prodigious current, allowing it to effortlessly drive outboard electronics in any professional or consumer application, even with extremely long cables.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWeve tested the Line Output section with 150-meter-long balanced cables driven to 15 dBu (12.3 Vp-p) without distortion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDual 32-bit, 8-channel DAC's\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe DAC section of the APERIO electronics is truly state-of-the-art. Dual 32-bit, 8-channel DACs are utilised one per channel in dual mono configuration, to achieve a SNR of 131 dB.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eInput Cables\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWarwick Acoustics supplies high performance input cables with the \u003cstrong\u003eAPERIO \u003c\/strong\u003e(USB and Ethernet). These cables are custom designs, developed by Warwick Acoustics to match the performance and quality level of the rest of the \u003cstrong\u003eAPERIO \u003c\/strong\u003esystem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLimited Edition Gold Aperio\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Limited Edition GOLD APERIO reference headphone system delivers the highest level of audio performance achievable, by means of our proprietary planar electrostatic technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has been created for the discerning music enthusiast seeking the most unforgettable and remarkable listening experience delivered in a one of kind, eye-catching, headphone system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe headphone grilles, hardware, and Amplifier front panel have all been custom hand-finished in 99.9999% pure 24 Karat Gold. Each Gold \u003cstrong\u003eAPERIO \u003c\/strong\u003ealso bears a unique individually numbered Limited Edition nameplate that sits on top of the Amplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is plated and hand-finished in the United Kingdoms historic Jewellery Quarter, Birmingham, which has been described by English Heritage as a national treasure. In addition to the stunning GOLD finish, the system uses the highest grade and closest matched BD-HPEL transducers, delivering the very best performance of any APERIO System.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSpecifications - Headphones\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003csection\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConfiguration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOpen-back; circumaural type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTransducer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBalanced-Drive High Precision Electrostatic Laminate (BD-HPEL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEffective Diaphragm Area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3570 mm2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10 Hz 60 kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Level (SPL)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompliant with EN 60065\/A12:2011 (EN50332) when driven by \u003cem\u003eAPERIO\u003c\/em\u003e electronics (for all inputs); digital input: 104 dB; analog input: 106 dB (continuous, \u003cem\u003eest\u003c\/em\u003e.)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEar and Headband Cushions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCabretta top-grain, sheepskin leather; perforated surface on ear cushions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePolarized, 4-pin, self-latching connectors for left and right channels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrive Cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDual mono, shielded, ultra-low capacitance; silver-plated OFHC ultra-fine stranded copper, with silicone insulation and Kevlar reinforcement; 2 meter length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e405 grams (14.3 oz.), without cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eSpecifications - Electronics\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBalanced Analog Inputs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDual (female) XLR jacks; 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