ATH-WB2022
Wireless Wooden Headphones

ATH-WB2022

ATH-WB2022
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Overview

ATH-WB2022

Available  in early 2023 at selected Hi-Fi stores in limited quantities. 

In celebration of the 60th anniversary of Audio-Technica we present the ATH-WB2022, a groundbreaking pair of luxury headphones.

The housing of the ATH-WB2022 is carefully crafted from a selection of intertwined marbled maple, walnut, and mahogany wood. Behind the stunning exterior, the headphones house the world's first* completely balanced audio output system. Equipped with an independent DAC and operational amplifier, the headphones support up to 24-bit/96 kHz high-resolution sound sources with both wireless and USB digital connections.

Only a limited number of this commemorative model are available in the world.

*As headphones. As of September 2022, according to Audio-Technica research.

ATH-WB2022

Features

  • Audio-Technica’s first pair of wireless wooden headphones – developed to commemorate our 60th anniversary

  • The housings, made from a combination of solid flame maple, walnut, and mahogany woods, have excellent acoustic properties and absorb vibrations for a purer audio performance

  • Housings have separate acoustic and electrical chambers to optimize the acoustic properties of the wood

  • Specially designed 45 mm HD driver, with high-performance magnetic circuit and DLC (diamond-like carbon) coated diaphragm, provides a rich, detailed listening experience

  • First headphones in the world with a fully balanced audio output system – independent DACs, operational amplifiers, and batteries for left and right channels – for excellent channel separation

  • Equipped with two (Lch/Rch) ESS DAC ES9038Q2M digital-to-analog converters, prized by audiophiles for delivering truly immersive, high-resolution audio

  • Adopts Nisshinbo Micro Devices’ flagship MUSES05 chips for operational amplifiers

  • Supports 24-bit/96 kHz high-resolution sound source playback via wireless or USB connection

  • Compatible with high-quality LDAC and AAC codecs

  • 10 mm diameter condenser microphone ensures crystal-clear audio for calls

  • Up to nine hours of continuous use on a full charge

  • Multipoint pairing function allows you to stay connected to two Bluetooth devices at once

  • Buttons built into the earcups provide easy control of music playback, volume, microphone muting, and voice assistant functions

  • A-T Connect app gives you additional control: activate low latency mode, adjust and save EQ to the headphones, select one of four optimized volume levels, change codecs, and more

  • Premium, sustainable Alcantara earpads and headband provide luxurious comfort in warm and cool environments*

  • Includes two 1.5 m (4.9') 6N-OFC audio-grade cables: a USB-C to USB-A cable, and a USB-C to USB-C cable

  • Includes a sleek, robust carrying case made in partnership with Zero Halliburton

  • Exclusive product: a limited number of units are available worldwide

 

* Audio-Technica will replace the built-in battery and Alcantara earpads and headband free of charge