Focal Listen Professional closed back headphone

PROFESSIONAL CLOSED-BACK CIRCUM-AURAL HEADPHONES

Listen Professional circum-aural closed back headphones are the essential work tool for music production. Their tonal balance and precision in terms of audio spectrum make them perfect to evaluate the sound work quality. In addition, their comfort and accessories will make them very attractive for people travelling on business trips. The sound quality and the dynamics of these headphones are very surprising considering that this quality is usually found on more expensive items. The attention to detail of these headphones can be also shown thanks to the various patents and technologies which belong to Focal. Hence, a brand new driver membrane was developed. The main goal was to propose a solution which would keep all the dynamics from the original track while reproducing accurately  every single detail on the whole audio spectrum. Even if Listen Professional headphones are closed, they produce a very lively sound, giving the feeling of semi-open headphones while still providing the isolation of closed headphones.

Isolation

EAR CUSHIONS : THE IDEAL ACOUSTICS

The size of the ear cushions (height, width and depth) gives them a volume which makes it possible to achieve a great tonal balance. Microfiber provides a more linear bass response providing a better acoustic output, whereas the acoustic tissue, which is closer to the speaker driver, offers great absorption and linearity in the 3-9kHz register. The bass and lower mid-range sections benefit from remarkable tonal balance and excellent articulation: where compression and frequency response generally suffer on closed-back headphones.

Comfort

FOR A FREQUENT AND INTENSIVE USE

Listen Professional is also equipped with a headband boasting a unique design to ensure comfort and durability. Its curve remains consistent, regardless of the shape or size of the user’s head. Combined with the layer of silicone underneath the headband, this ensures that the weight is spread out evenly over the head, preventing the user from feeling any pressure in certain areas, which can be very uncomfortable during long working sessions. The horizontal and vertical rotation of the ear cups operate thanks to one single part: a joint integrated into each one. The ear cups also feature a black structured covering, making them resistant to impacts and scratching.

PROVIDED ACCESSORIES

Rigid carrying case. Thermoformed shell in the shape of the headphones. Can store one cable and an iLok® key (not provided), all within its compact dimensions. Two OFC copper 24AWG cables with a very low resistance.

A 5m spiral for domestic use

A 1.2m cable fitted with a 3.5mm stereo jack connector

3.5mm and 6.35mm jack adapter

FEATURES

• Successor to the acclaimed Spirit Professionals
• Sleek, stylish folding design
• Universal smartphone compatibility — includes remote and mic
• Flat, full-range (5Hz–22kHz) frequency response
• 40mm Mylar and titanium drivers deliver a memorable listening experience
• Heat-sensitive earcups provide a custom fit
• Silicone-layered headband distributes weight evenly across the head
• Closed-back, circumaural design passively isolates noise
• 22mm memory foam ear cushions with microfiber lining
• Low impedance (32 ohms) is perfect for phones, laptops, and mobile devices
• Includes rigid case, 2 oxygen-free copper audio cables (16-foot coiled cable and 4.5-foot straight cable with remote and omnidirectional mic), and 1/8-inch–1/4-inch adapter