The Audeara A-01 headphones really want to be perfect.
Aimed at producing a tailored listening experience, the Audeara A-01 headphones were developed in tandem with medical professionals. Much like you would wear prescription glasses matched to the capabilities and weaknesses of your eyes, Audeara hopes to offer an audio device you can calibrate to your own listening needs.
The company has some curious beginnings with its first pair of headphones, having come into being with a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter.
The audio startup managed to raise over $450,000 in Australia, where the company is based (around $350,000, or £260,000).
With a stated mission to “deliver perfect sound, always”, do the A-01s live up the hype?
Design
The design of the Audeara A-01 headphones is largely understated. The straightforward black headphones come in a simple, matte finish, with the Audeara logo lightly embossed on the outside earcups.
These are very well-made headphones and every section of the build boasts the same premium craftsmanship.
The earcups offer plush padding, with a soft underside to the band to minimize the pressure exerted on your head. The left and right cups are also clearly marked on the inside …read more
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