The Audio-Technica ATH-W5000 headphones are indeed special since the cans themselves are made out of striped Ebony wood, which provide “superb acoustic characteristics” and the pads are made out of the softest leather available which feature Audio-Technica’s “ultra-comfortable total ear fitting design”. If you plan on taking these cans on the road, Audio-Technica is also throwing in this lovely padded, protective hard-shell storage case.
Lose yourself in the experience of amazingly rich, high-fidelity sound. Equipped with striped ebony housing for superb acoustic characteristics, the ATH-W5000 dynamic headphones achieve new levels of audiophile sound quality and listening comfort. These stellar headphones deliver formidable power, ultra-comfortable fit and stunning design.
* Striped ebony housing provides superb acoustic characteristics
* Ear pads cushioned in leather feature A-T’s ultra-comfortable total ear fitting design
* 53 mm drivers (equipped with neodymium magnet systems) designed exclusively for the W5000
* Driver unit incorporates a Permendur magnetic circuit with exceptional magnetic characteristics
* High-quality 8N-OFC (oxygen free copper) voice coils for ultra-efficient signal transfer
* Lightweight magnesium alloy frame
* Double Air Damping System for deep bass reproduction
* 3D Wing Support provides stable, comfortable fit
* Y-cable features an elastomer sheath that helps prevent tangles
* Includes padded, protective hard-shell case for safe, convenient storage
* Gold-plated ¼” (6.3 mm) stereo connector provides exceptional corrosion resistance, superb conductivity, low noise.