Born from Research
The shapes of our V9 headphone driver were born from deep research into optimizing acoustic performance. For outsiders our design choices may seem odd but for our devote collective who strive for only the best sound reproduction our results are quintessential.
To begin lets start with an analysis of typical headphone drivers. Most drivers employ thick front guards which require the diaphragm to be recessed 5-6mm. While that may not seem like a large amount, due to the nature of high frequency waves its actually a huge problem.
The first images show an open baffle simulation for a typical recessed headphone driver. Notice the peaks and valleys in the frequency response, as you can see even a small recessed cavity is very bad for high frequency response.
Through research we realized there was a distinct advantage in minimizing the volume of the front driver cavity. By moving the diaphragm to sit completely flush with the baffle we noticed immediate benefits.
These next images show the same diaphragm but sitting completely flush with the front earcup. As you can see there is considerable improvement in the linearity of the high frequency response.
These benefits, while pleasantly noticeable upon listening, created a new challenge. How do we protect such an exposed diaphragm while keeping true to our goals of minimal distortion? At this point there were no options available on the market to consider, what was needed was a new approach.
Starting Fresh
Transparent Strength
Typical front guard designs were out of the question since they all exhibited distortion due to their recessed nature. Our solution only materialized after hundreds of design iterations and the use of state-of-the-art manufacturing techniques.
Say hello to Turbomesh, a proprietary solution made specifically for V9. This light-weight solution offers the best of both worlds: incredible structural rigidity and absolute minimal acoustic obstruction.
At its core a framework of cross-braced geometric elements each optimized for incredible strength yet minimal acoustic profile. Revolving the structural cross is a random array of lattice elements designed for maximum open area all while protecting the remaining diaphragm surface.
The result is a highly transparent yet incredibly strong mesh elegantly designed to let our flush-mounted topology perform at its best.
V9 also gains a new form-fitting gasket surrounding the driver perimeter, making installation into headphone bodies a breeze. If access to the rear ear cup or cable terminals is required driver removal and reinstallation is easy and always air-tight.
If you’ve tried other headphone options and have yet to be satisfied consider elevating your listening experience using the latest in Symphones research. Order below and experience how our unique functional design can elevate your listening enjoyment.
