The Noire X by Dan Clark Audio is the outcome of a lot of research and development. Building on the original Noire model, the Noire X comes with a self-adjusting headband, brand-new driver tech, and a full AMTS tuning system. Plus, the cables are detachable.
The Noire X, created by American headphone maker Dan Clark Audio, features an upgraded version of the Aeon audio driver. This new driver is much stiffer than the old one, which the company claims leads to improved consistency, reduced distortion, enhanced reliability, and a smoother frequency response. They put a lot of effort into research and development to fine-tune other elements of the Noire X’s planar driver. With new manufacturing techniques and a finely tuned V-Planar suspension, it delivers a low-distortion frequency response throughout the entire listening range, reaching a level of detail that was once only available in high-end headphones.
Dan Clark Audio has put a lot of thought into the Noire X, using top-notch measurement tools like the Audio Precision 555B and B&K 5128 to get everything just right. One standout feature is the AMTS (Acoustic Metamaterial Tuning System), which the team claims is a game-changer in sound technology. It effectively gets rid of those annoying standing waves at high frequencies.
The self-tensioning headband is designed to keep you comfortable during long listening sessions by evenly spreading the pressure across your head, so you hardly notice it’s there. This means no more pressure points or hot spots, making the Noire X perfect for hours of immersive listening without needing to fiddle with the fit. Plus, the earcups are made with Gorilla Glass 3, which is tougher, more scratch-resistant, and less likely to shatter than regular glass.
If you’re looking for more freedom with cable length and connections, you can easily switch to DCA’s top-notch VIVO cables. They offer a range of lengths and connection types, making it simple to match your headphones with any amplifier.
