{"product_id":"audio-technica-ath-awkg-headphones","title":"Audio Technica ATH-AWKG Audiophile Closed-back Dynamic Wooden Headphones [ Vinyl ]","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"product-hero__title\"\u003eATH-AWKG\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemprop=\"description\" class=\"product-hero__intro-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince our founding in 1962, we have sought to expand the limits of audio technology, pursuing an ever-changing purity of sound to foster human connections. Still, after six decades of discovery and innovation we felt it was time to take our analog audio exploration to an even higher level. The NARUKAMI series offers premium, boundary-pushing audio experiences, along with the meticulous Japanese craftsmanship that is an Audio-Technica hallmark.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTaking its name from the thunder god of Japanese legend, the NARUKAMI series features high-end audio products designed to ignite elemental passions. Our engineers rely on their refined auditory judgment, rather than a sterile set of technical specifications, to assess sound quality, while key materials, like precious KUROGAKI wood, are selected to bring the listener closer to the wonders of nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-hero__expanded-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have crafted the ATH-AWKG as a standalone pair of KUROGAKI headphones, adopted from the AW-KG NARU headphones included with the HPA-KG NARU tube amplifier\/preamplifier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKUROGAKI refers to persimmon wood that exhibits internal, black ink-like patterns. The reason these naturally distinct black patterns form remains elusive to this day. Additionally, the drying process of KUROGAKI is quite challenging and requires extensive knowledge and expertise accumulated over years. These factors contribute to the wood’s revered status across Japan. Due to its mystique and Zen-like patterns, KUROGAKI has been cherished by nobles and literati throughout history, serving as a testament to the importance of KUROGAKI in Japanese culture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ATH-AWKG’s KUROGAKI wood housing possesses unique physical properties that contribute to exceptional sound quality. The lacquer finish, applied by hand by a skilled craftsman, brings out the natural beauty of the wood’s grain—a beauty that will only deepen with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe headphones are equipped with exclusive 53 mm drivers featuring highly efficient German Permendur magnetic circuitry, which enables the delivery of exceptionally accurate audio with an expansive sound field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach driver is equipped with a lightweight, durable titanium flange and a 6N-OFC (high-purity, oxygen-free copper) voice coil to ensure precise diaphragm movement and optimal signal transfer. Our exclusive D.A.D.S. (Double Air Damping System), which divides the housing structure into two separate acoustic chambers, provides smooth, accurate bass response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe arms that secure the housings are constructed from a lightweight, highly rigid magnesium alloy. The arms are angled to ensure the best possible fit with an excellent earcup seal. Comfort is further enhanced by the smooth, durable sheepskin earpads and headband. And as a special addition, we include an interchangeable pair of *ZMF Universe Hybrid earpads to provide a unique alternate listening experience.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe headphones are equipped with A2DC (Audio Designed Detachable Coaxial) jacks for secure connection to the two included 3.0 m (9.8') detachable cables. One cable is fitted with a 6.3 mm (1\/4\") gold-plated stereo plug for use with standard audio equipment. The other cable features a 4-pin XLR-M balanced connector for use with the latest high-fidelity equipment, delivering improved channel separation for an enhanced audio experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis product is accompanied by an exquisitely designed storage box adorned with KUROGAKI wood, achieving perfect harmony with the headphones themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e*ZMF earpads are included only in the U.S. and other select regions. Contact your local Audio-Technica office to confirm availability.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"details_accordion-trigger\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"details_accordion-title\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"details_accordion-trigger-icon\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewbox=\"0 0 26.369 2.848\" class=\"details_icon\" role=\"img\"\u003e\u003cpath id=\"minus\" d=\"M15556.8,20847.492a1.457,1.457,0,0,1-.384-.053,1.435,1.435,0,0,1-.4.059l-11.369-.006a1.421,1.421,0,1,1,0-2.842l11.369.006a1.462,1.462,0,0,1,.384.053,1.429,1.429,0,0,1,.4-.059l11.369.006a1.421,1.421,0,1,1,0,2.842Z\" transform=\"translate(-15543.226 -20844.65)\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"details_accordion-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"details_accordion-content-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe housing is crafted from precious KUROGAKI wood with a hand-applied lacquer finish, harnessing the wood’s unique physical properties to deliver remarkably clear sound quality\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e53 mm driver units with highly efficient German Permendur magnetic circuitry deliver powerful audio with an expansive sound field \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe driver’s lightweight, durable titanium flange allows the diaphragm to react to the signal more accurately\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA 6N-OFC (high-purity, oxygen-free copper) voice coil provides optimal signal transfer\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe D.A.D.S. (Double Air Damping System) structure provides deep bass reproduction\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes two detachable 3.0 m (9.8') fabric-braided headphone cables with A2DC (Audio Designed Detachable Coaxial) connectors at the headphones: one with a 6.3 mm (1\/4\") gold-plated stereo plug, the other with a 4-pin XLR-M balanced connector \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe magnesium alloy headphone arm is angled to provide the best possible fit with an excellent earcup seal\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStitched ergonomic earpads and headband are made from smooth, high-durability sheepskin for long-lasting comfort\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional set of *ZMF Universe Hybrid earpads is also included for a unique alternate listening experience\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eJapanese craftsmanship: All Audio-Technica wooden headphones are hand-assembled in Tokyo\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComes with a wooden storage box adorned with KUROGAKI wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e*ZMF earpads are included only in the U.S. and other select regions. Contact your local Audio-Technica office to confirm availability.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"details_accordion-trigger\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"details_accordion-title\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"details_accordion-trigger-icon\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewbox=\"0 0 26.369 2.848\" class=\"details_icon\" role=\"img\"\u003e\u003cpath id=\"minus_2\" d=\"M15556.8,20847.492a1.457,1.457,0,0,1-.384-.053,1.435,1.435,0,0,1-.4.059l-11.369-.006a1.421,1.421,0,1,1,0-2.842l11.369.006a1.462,1.462,0,0,1,.384.053,1.429,1.429,0,0,1,.4-.059l11.369.006a1.421,1.421,0,1,1,0,2.842Z\" transform=\"translate(-15543.226 -20844.65)\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"details_accordion-content\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"details_accordion-content-inner\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"product-attributes\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"product__attributes product__table active\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"attributes__group-title\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"attributes__group-title--text\" colspan=\"2\" scope=\"rowgroup\"\u003eHeadphones\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"attributes__tr\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"attributes__th\" scope=\"row\"\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"attributes__td\" data-th=\"Type\"\u003eClosed-back dynamic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"attributes__tr\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"attributes__th\" scope=\"row\"\u003eDriver Diameter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"attributes__td\" data-th=\"Driver Diameter\"\u003e53 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"attributes__tr\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"attributes__th\" scope=\"row\"\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"attributes__td\" data-th=\"Frequency Response\"\u003e5 to 45,000 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"attributes__tr\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"attributes__th\" scope=\"row\"\u003eMaximum Input Power\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"attributes__td\" data-th=\"Maximum Input Power\"\u003e2,000 mW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"attributes__tr\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"attributes__th\" scope=\"row\"\u003eSensitivity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"attributes__td\" data-th=\"Sensitivity\"\u003e102 dB\/mW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"attributes__tr\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"attributes__th\" scope=\"row\"\u003eImpedance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"attributes__td\" data-th=\"Impedance\"\u003e48 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"attributes__tr\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"attributes__th\" scope=\"row\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"attributes__td\" data-th=\"Weight\"\u003eApprox. 390 g (14 oz), without cable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"attributes__tr\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"attributes__th\" scope=\"row\"\u003eConnector\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"attributes__td\" data-th=\"Connector\"\u003eA2DC connector jack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"attributes__tr\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"attributes__th\" scope=\"row\"\u003eAccessories Included\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"attributes__td\" data-th=\"Accessories Included\"\u003eCable (3.0 m (9.8’)\/6.3 mm (1\/4”) gold-plated stereo plug), Balanced cable (3.0 m (9.8’)\/XLR-M connector (4-pin); ZMF Universe Hybrid Earpads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr class=\"attributes__tr\"\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"attributes__th\" scope=\"row\"\u003eNotes\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"attributes__td\" data-th=\"Notes\"\u003eFor product improvement, the product is subject to modification without notice.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Audio Technica","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54232799609161,"sku":null,"price":869.85,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0970\/7329\/9785\/files\/AudioTechnicaATH-AWKGAudiophileClosed-backDynamicWoodenHeadphones_1.png?v=1776655695","url":"https:\/\/vintagespinvinyl.com\/products\/audio-technica-ath-awkg-headphones","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}