Samsung Galaxy Buds, Apple AirPods 2 and others best headphones of 2020 are not cheap. But in comparison with their colleagues from the luxury segment, they are given almost for nothing.
Without further ado, here are photos and prices top 10 most expensive headphones in the world.
10. Arca Edition Tormenta Cage Headphone Head
Cost $ 6,450.
What do BDSM and headphones have in common? After the success of Fifty Shades of Gray, interest in BDSM paraphernalia increased, and luxury store Ssense did not stand aside. He offered users a batch of headphones with leather straps. Those who wear them will be able to feel submissive and locked inside this austere leather audio helmet.
This headgear has one leather strap that covers the head from ear to ear, and two more, they partially cover the face, but leave an opening for the mouth so that the stop word can be pronounced. The brand does not offer a warranty for BDSM headphones. They are positioned as an art object and are released in a limited edition. So if you want such, hurry up until you disassemble it.
9. Chanel Headphones
Price - $ 7,200.
These expensive and beautiful headphones were created by Karl Lagerfeld, designer of Chanel, in collaboration with Monster Audio. And since Monster is known for its premium hi-fi audio, you don't have to worry about the sound quality of your Chanel headphones.
They have a padded headband made of black quilted leather, housed in a leather case with the famous Chanel logo, and look like a fashion accessory that can be worn around the neck. Since the earbuds cost $ 7,200, you can wear the case like a clutch without anyone even noticing.
8. Final Audio Design Sonorous X
Price - $ 7,970.
These premium-quality earphones are made of steel and aluminum and have a 50mm dynamic driver inside. They develop a sound pressure of 105 dB, have an impedance of 16 ohms and are equipped with a detachable 1.5-meter cable.
Sonorous X comes in a beautiful wooden box with luxurious fur inside to keep your expensive contents from getting scratched.
Films, videos, and songs need to be reimagined with Final Audio Design Sonorous X, with its clear sound and deep bass. It is a pity that few people can afford to purchase such an expensive gadget.
7. Dolce & Gabbana Headphones
The cost is $ 9,000.
Two stylish and controversial Italian designers knew how to attract attention and drive sales for their luxury brand. In the fall 2015 collection, they presented a pair of earphones adorned with Swarovski crystals and a crown for them.
Initially, they were intended only for the fashion show, but caused such a stir that the fashion house, in cooperation with the manufacturer of headphones FREND, launched a designer collection.
A year later, when Rihanna was teasing her fans with her upcoming album, she posted on her Instagram a snapshot wearing expensive Dolce & Gabbana headphones, accompanied by a simple message: "listening to ANTI." And sales of the glamorous gadget immediately skyrocketed.
6. Rose gold headphones
Will cost $ 25,000.
These are regular Apple Airpods, but with a luxurious twist. You will not get these headphones with the latest iPhone or any Apple product, because it is arguably the most expensive product in Apple's history. Some of the most expensive headphones in the world are made of 18-karat rose gold, so they are both a gadget and a decoration.
5. Monster Diamond Tears Headphones
The price tag is $ 30,000.
For the price of a decent car in Russia, you can get 18-karat gold-plated headphones with black diamond spiders on the ear pads. In appearance, this model is similar to the Beats by Dre headphones. But with more expensive pieces designed by Korean jewelry designer Sally Son. Monster Diamond Tears took over 100 hours to create.
“And who is going to wear such extravagant headphones?” - you might ask. Lady Gaga, who else?
4. Sennheiser Orpheus HE 1
The headphones are offered for $ 80,000.
For $ 80k, you can buy a new car or a small apartment, so why spend so much money on headphones?
Let's see what you get for this insane amount of money.
- First, the case that houses these expensive headphones is made of treated glass and the same Carrara marble that Michelangelo used for his famous sculptures.
- Secondly, the headphones have a frequency range of 8-100000 Hz, which is beyond the limits of human hearing, and the lowest audio distortion measured in sound systems so far (0.01% at 1 kHz, SPL at 100 dB).
- Thirdly, the Cool Class A MOP-TRANSISTOR high voltage amplifier is integrated into the Orpheus HE 1. This means that the pulse accuracy is far superior to all modern audio solutions.
- Fourth, the ceramic headphone transducers are gold plated and the cables are silver plated for better conduction.
- Fifth, the body of the headphones themselves is handcrafted from aluminum, leather and anti-allergic velor.
- Sixth, the Sennheiser Orpheus HE 1 incorporates the advantages of tube and transistor amplifiers. They are connected to the system casing via vacuum tubes to prevent internal and external sound vibrations.
Although the Sennheiser Orpheus HE 1 is worth a fortune, it can pay off if you are the type of person who wants to mix art with technology and beautiful design for a variety of purposes.
3. Onkyo H900M
Priced at $ 100,000.
The top 3 most luxurious and expensive headphones in the world are opened by a gadget from the Land of the Rising Sun, lavishly decorated with jewelry.
It may seem too artsy and outrageous for everyday wear, but the Onkyo H900M looks really beautiful. They are adorned with diamonds on both sides and there is an additional red ruby ring on the right side.
Beyond the precious stones and sleek looks, this product offers superior sound quality and an amazing listening experience to your favorite tracks. It also comes in a box and packaging made individually for each customer. The Onkyo H900M headphones are custom made because they take weeks to decorate by hand.
2. Focal Utopia
Can be purchased for $ 120,000.
These headphones were unveiled at the 2017 CES. Experienced jewelers from the Philippe Turner company have adorned them with diamonds weighing 6 carats and 18 carat gold.
Some of the money from the sale of the gadget goes to save the boy Louis Vizzini, who suffers from a degenerative disease, type 1 spinal muscular atrophy.
Those who want to buy Focal Utopia will have to contact the company directly, as the headphones are not mass-produced and require pre-order.
That being said, the $ 120,000 price tag does not include the headphone stand, which costs another $ 12,000.
1. Graff Diamonds Beats by Dr. Dre
The price is $ 1 million.
These are the most expensive headphones ever made. They are the result of a collaborative effort between the British jewelry company Graff Diamonds and the Beats Electronics brand, which has long become a cult among audiophiles.
The headphones are adorned with 112 carat diamonds on the ear cushions, a luxury that few celebrities like DJ Skyblue or Lil Wayne can afford.
The spectacular accessory looks neat enough and has a classic minimalist design and the highest sound quality.But we're not sure if it will be popular with billionaires, because headphones usually have a limited lifespan.
It remains only to find out their power ...