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Discontinued On-Ear Headphones

On-ear headphones are lightweight and compact for added portability and extended use. With earpads resting directly on the ear, on-ear headphones are available in various operating principles including closed, open, and semi-open headphone styles for dynamic acoustic effects. With Sonic Electronix's vast selection, you are sure to find your fit.

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Some headphone amplifiers are designed to be portable and others are meant to be placed on a desk. This will tell you what style of amplifier this item is.
Digital-to-Analog Converter (DAC)
A Digital-to-Analog converter (also known as a DAC) converts a digital audio signal into an analog signal. This is especially helpful for listen to music from digital sources, such as iPods and smart phones.
Input Connection
This is the manner in which the headphone amplifiers receive an input audio signal.
Output Connection
This is the manner in which the headphone amplifier will output the audio signal.
Number of Outputs
Some headphone amplifiers have a built-in splitter so multiple pairs of headphones can be connected to it. The number specified here is the number of headphones that can be connected to the amplifier.
Digital Inputs
The type of digital inputs the digital-to-analog converter features.
Power Requirement
This is the required way to give the unit power. Common power sources are 120V AC (Common house plugs), batteries, or a combination of the two. If the headphone amplifier uses batteries, this will list the type of batteries that are required. Please refer to the description to find out how many are required for the unit to be properly powered.

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HIFIMAN EF2A + Grado SR80E

Vacuum Tube Driven Headphone Amplifier/USB DAC + Prestige Series Wired On-Ear Open-Back Headphones

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HIFIMAN EF2A + Grado SR80E

Vacuum Tube Driven Headphone Amplifier/USB DAC + Prestige Series Wired On-Ear Open-Back Headphones

• Vacuum Tube Headphone Amp/DAC
• Uses 2 6J1 Vacuum Tubes
• Burr Brown PCM2702 DAC
• 2 Rear Inputs & Front 1/4" Headphone Jack
• Wired On-Ear Headphones
• Powder Coated Aluminum Housing
• Prestige Series
• Sensitivity: 99.8dB
• Vented Diaphragms

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• Vacuum Tube Headphone Amp/DAC
• Uses 2 6J1 Vacuum Tubes
• Burr Brown PCM2702 DAC
• 2 Rear Inputs & Front 1/4" Headphone Jack
• Wired On-Ear Headphones
• Powder Coated Aluminum Housing
• Prestige Series
• Sensitivity: 99.8dB
• Vented Diaphragms

Apogee GROOVE + Grado SR225E

On-Ear Prestige Series Headphones and Portable USB DAC, Headphone Amplifier for Mac, PC

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Apogee GROOVE + Grado SR225E

On-Ear Prestige Series Headphones and Portable USB DAC, Headphone Amplifier for Mac, PC

• Portable USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier for Mac and PC
• USB 2.0 Connection to Mac and PC
• Up to 24 bit /192kHz audio
• Up to 24 bit / 192kHz audio
• ESS Sabre DAC
• Open-back, over-the-ear design
• Large Dynamic Speaker Driver
• De-stressed" Diaphragms and an Eight Conductor Connecting Cable
• Ultra-high purity, Long-Crystal Copper (UHPLC) Voice Coil Wire

• Portable USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier for Mac and PC
• USB 2.0 Connection to Mac and PC
• Up to 24 bit /192kHz audio
• Up to 24 bit / 192kHz audio
• ESS Sabre DAC
• Open-back, over-the-ear design
• Large Dynamic Speaker Driver
• De-stressed" Diaphragms and an Eight Conductor Connecting Cable
• Ultra-high purity, Long-Crystal Copper (UHPLC) Voice Coil Wire

HIFIMAN EF-2A + Grado SR60e

Vacuum Tube Driven Headphone Amplifier/USB DAC + Prestige Series Wired On-Ear Open-Back Headphones

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HIFIMAN EF-2A + Grado SR60e

Vacuum Tube Driven Headphone Amplifier/USB DAC + Prestige Series Wired On-Ear Open-Back Headphones

• Vacuum Tube Headphone Amp/DAC
• Uses 2 6J1 Vacuum Tubes
• Burr Brown PCM2702 DAC
• 2 Rear Inputs & Front 1/4" Headphone Jack
• Wired On-Ear Headphones
• Dynamic Diver Transducer
• Prestige Series
• Sensitivity: 99dB
• Vented Diaphragms

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• Vacuum Tube Headphone Amp/DAC
• Uses 2 6J1 Vacuum Tubes
• Burr Brown PCM2702 DAC
• 2 Rear Inputs & Front 1/4" Headphone Jack
• Wired On-Ear Headphones
• Dynamic Diver Transducer
• Prestige Series
• Sensitivity: 99dB
• Vented Diaphragms

Apogee GROOVE + Grado SR325E

Prestige Series On-Ear Headphones and Portable USB DAC, Headphone Amplifier for Mac, PC

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Apogee GROOVE + Grado SR325E

Prestige Series On-Ear Headphones and Portable USB DAC, Headphone Amplifier for Mac, PC

• Portable USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier for Mac and PC
• USB 2.0 Connection to Mac and PC
• Up to 24 bit /192kHz audio
• Up to 24 bit / 192kHz audio
• ESS Sabre DAC
• Wired On-Ear Headphones
• Powder Coated Aluminum Housing
• Prestige Series
• Sensitivity: 99.8dB
• Vented Diaphragms

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• Portable USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier for Mac and PC
• USB 2.0 Connection to Mac and PC
• Up to 24 bit /192kHz audio
• Up to 24 bit / 192kHz audio
• ESS Sabre DAC
• Wired On-Ear Headphones
• Powder Coated Aluminum Housing
• Prestige Series
• Sensitivity: 99.8dB
• Vented Diaphragms

Apogee GROOVE + Grado SR60e

Portable USB DAC, Headphone Amplifier for Mac, PC and Prestige Series Wired On-Ear Open-Back Headphones

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Apogee GROOVE + Grado SR60e

Portable USB DAC, Headphone Amplifier for Mac, PC and Prestige Series Wired On-Ear Open-Back Headphones

• Portable USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier for Mac and PC
• USB 2.0 Connection to Mac and PC
• Up to 24 bit /192kHz audio
• Up to 24 bit / 192kHz audio
• ESS Sabre DAC
• Wired On-Ear Headphones
• Dynamic Diver Transducer
• Prestige Series
• Sensitivity: 99dB
• Vented Diaphragms

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• Portable USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier for Mac and PC
• USB 2.0 Connection to Mac and PC
• Up to 24 bit /192kHz audio
• Up to 24 bit / 192kHz audio
• ESS Sabre DAC
• Wired On-Ear Headphones
• Dynamic Diver Transducer
• Prestige Series
• Sensitivity: 99dB
• Vented Diaphragms

Audeze DECKARD + Grado SR325E

Audiophile Grade Class-A Headphone Amplifier & DAC plus On-Ear Headphones w/ Premium Aluminum Housing

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Audeze DECKARD + Grado SR325E

Audiophile Grade Class-A Headphone Amplifier & DAC plus On-Ear Headphones w/ Premium Aluminum Housing

• Audiophile Grade Class-A Headphone Amplifier & DAC
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz
• Wired On-Ear Headphones
• Powder Coated Aluminum Housing
• Prestige Series
• Sensitivity: 99.8dB
• Vented Diaphragms

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• Audiophile Grade Class-A Headphone Amplifier & DAC
• Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz
• Wired On-Ear Headphones
• Powder Coated Aluminum Housing
• Prestige Series
• Sensitivity: 99.8dB
• Vented Diaphragms

Chord Mojo + Sonic Electronix Bonus Pack 2

Advanced Headphone DAC and Amp for your Smartphone and w/ Extended Warranty & Exchange Policy

Here's What You Get with the Bonus Pack 2:

  • Chord Mojo DAC and Amp for your Smartphone
  • 3-year Sonic Electronix Warranty (Mojo Only)
  • Extended 180 Day Exchange (Some Exclusions Apply)

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    Chord Mojo + Sonic Electronix Bonus Pack 2

    Advanced Headphone DAC and Amp for your Smartphone and w/ Extended Warranty & Exchange Policy

    • Designed for the Music Loving Smartphone Owner
    • works with your iPhone, Android or Windows Phone... Also DAPs
    • Also compatible with your Mac or PC
    • 3-year Extended Warranty
    • 180 Day Return Policy

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    Here's What You Get with the Bonus Pack 2:

  • Chord Mojo DAC and Amp for your Smartphone
  • 3-year Sonic Electronix Warranty (Mojo Only)
  • Extended 180 Day Exchange (Some Exclusions Apply)

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    • Designed for the Music Loving Smartphone Owner
    • works with your iPhone, Android or Windows Phone... Also DAPs
    • Also compatible with your Mac or PC
    • 3-year Extended Warranty
    • 180 Day Return Policy

    Audeze DECKARD + Grado RS 2e

    Audiophile Grade Class-A Headphone Amp & DAC plus On-Ear Headphones w/ Mahogany Wood Enclosures

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    Audeze DECKARD + Grado RS 2e

    Audiophile Grade Class-A Headphone Amp & DAC plus On-Ear Headphones w/ Mahogany Wood Enclosures

    • Audiophile Grade Class-A Headphone Amplifier & DAC
    • Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz
    • Line Out Impedance: 50 ohm
    • Wired On-Ear Headphones
    • Handcrafted Mahogony Enclosures • Precisely Matched 44mm Drivers
    • Reference Series
    • Sensitivity: 99.8dB
    • Vented Diaphragms

    • Audiophile Grade Class-A Headphone Amplifier & DAC
    • Frequency Response: 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz
    • Line Out Impedance: 50 ohm
    • Wired On-Ear Headphones
    • Handcrafted Mahogony Enclosures • Precisely Matched 44mm Drivers
    • Reference Series
    • Sensitivity: 99.8dB
    • Vented Diaphragms

    Apogee GROOVE + Grado SR80E

    Portable USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier for Mac and PC and Prestige Series Wired On-Ear Headphones

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    Apogee GROOVE + Grado SR80E

    Portable USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier for Mac and PC and Prestige Series Wired On-Ear Headphones

    • Portable USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier for Mac and PC
    • USB 2.0 Connection to Mac and PC
    • Up to 24 bit /192kHz audio
    • Up to 24 bit / 192kHz audio
    • ESS Sabre DAC
    • Wired On-Ear Headphones
    • Powder Coated Aluminum Housing
    • Prestige Series
    • Sensitivity: 99.8dB
    • Vented Diaphragms

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    • Portable USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier for Mac and PC
    • USB 2.0 Connection to Mac and PC
    • Up to 24 bit /192kHz audio
    • Up to 24 bit / 192kHz audio
    • ESS Sabre DAC
    • Wired On-Ear Headphones
    • Powder Coated Aluminum Housing
    • Prestige Series
    • Sensitivity: 99.8dB
    • Vented Diaphragms

    Apogee Groove + Sonic Electronix Bonus Pack 2

    Portable USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier for Mac and PC w/ Extended Warranty & Exchange Policy

    Here's What You Get with the Bonus Pack 2:

  • Apogee Groove Portable USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier
  • 3-year Sonic Electronix Warranty (Headphones Only)
  • Extended 180 Day Exchange (Some Exclusions Apply)

    • GROOVE2_HP-3YEARWARRANTY-500_180-DAY-EXCHANGE big DISCONTINUED
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    Apogee Groove + Sonic Electronix Bonus Pack 2

    Portable USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier for Mac and PC w/ Extended Warranty & Exchange Policy

    • Portable USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier for Mac and PC
    • USB 2.0 Connection to Mac and PC
    • Up to 24 bit /192kHz audio
    • 3 year Extended Warranty
    • Extended 180 Day Exchange Policy

    Promo Savings Icon

    Here's What You Get with the Bonus Pack 2:

  • Apogee Groove Portable USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier
  • 3-year Sonic Electronix Warranty (Headphones Only)
  • Extended 180 Day Exchange (Some Exclusions Apply)

    • • Portable USB DAC and Headphone Amplifier for Mac and PC
    • USB 2.0 Connection to Mac and PC
    • Up to 24 bit /192kHz audio
    • 3 year Extended Warranty
    • Extended 180 Day Exchange Policy

    Beyerdynamic A2 + Sonic Electronix Bonus Pack 2

    Premium Audiophile Desktop Headphone Amplifier w/ Extended Warranty & Exchange Policy

    Here's What You Get with the Bonus Pack 2:

  • Beyerdynamic A2 Headphone Amplifier
  • 3-year Sonic Electronix Warranty (Headphones Only)
  • Extended 180 Day Exchange (Some Exclusions Apply)

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    Beyerdynamic A2 + Sonic Electronix Bonus Pack 2

    Premium Audiophile Desktop Headphone Amplifier w/ Extended Warranty & Exchange Policy

    • Audiophile Grade Desktop Headphone Amplifier
    • Dual 1/4" Headphone Connections
    • Designed for Headphones Between 16 and 600 ohm
    • 3 year Extended Warranty
    • Extended 180 Day Exchange Policy

    Promo Savings Icon

    Here's What You Get with the Bonus Pack 2:

  • Beyerdynamic A2 Headphone Amplifier
  • 3-year Sonic Electronix Warranty (Headphones Only)
  • Extended 180 Day Exchange (Some Exclusions Apply)

    • • Audiophile Grade Desktop Headphone Amplifier
    • Dual 1/4" Headphone Connections
    • Designed for Headphones Between 16 and 600 ohm
    • 3 year Extended Warranty
    • Extended 180 Day Exchange Policy

     
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      On-ear headphones offer various advantages. Apart from their stylistic appeal, on-ear headphones are generally compact and lightweight making them ideal for traveling and extended listening sessions. Moreover, on-ear headphones are available in various operating principles such as closed-back, open-back, and semi-open back designs to achieve a broad range of acoustic properties. The ability to select from styles and acoustic properties while preserving mobility makes on-ear headphones among the most versatile options of personal sound reproduction. Naturally, Sonic Electronix offers a broad selection in each operating principle and various styles by respected manufacturers. If your priority is maximizing sound quality and personal mobility, no other headphone type more consistently delivers both. Dive into Sonic Electronix's catalog and claim your own today. On-ear headphones are lightweight and compact for added portability and extended use. With earpads resting directly on the ear, on-ear headphones are available in various operating principles including closed, open, and semi-open headphone styles for dynamic acoustic effects. With Sonic Electronix's vast selection, you are sure to find your fit.
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