Avantone Pro Planar (BLACK)
The planar magnetic drivers deliver a flat-frequency response with minimal harmonic distortion, making the 30Hz-30kHz range exceptionally accurate for critical analysis. The open-back, tuned chamber eliminates acoustic resonance to create a natural soundstage, while the lightweight build and spacious ear pads support extended use. These are best for mixing and mastering engineers who require reference-grade neutrality to identify flaws in a track.
form factor over-ear
driver type planar magnetic
open closed back open
30 Overall Score
Price €541
Snapshot
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong build (81st percentile) 81st
Cons
- Below average social proof (10th percentile)
- Below average mic (21st percentile)
- Below average anc (34th percentile)
- Below average comfort (35th percentile)
The proof
Performance
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | open |
Audio
| Driver Type | planar magnetic |
| Freq Min | 30 |
| Freq Max | 30000 |
Connectivity
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | Yes |
vs Competition
| Spec | Avantone Pro Planar (BLACK) | Sennheiser HDB 630 | Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B | Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 | Apple AirPods Max Midnight | Technics EAH-A800 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear | over-ear |
| Driver Type | planar magnetic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size (mm) | - | 42 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 |
| Impedance Ohms | - | 480 | 314 | - | 16 | 34 |
| Wireless | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Open Closed Back | open | closed | closed | closed | closed | closed |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.2 | 5.2 | 5.3 | 5.0 | 5.2 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 60 | 30 | 30 | 20 | 50 |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avantone Pro Planar (BLACK) | 33.6 | 20.6 | 81.4 | 54.9 | 52.6 | 34.9 | 51.3 | 10.4 |
| Sennheiser HDB 630 Compare | 98.5 | 89.4 | 81.4 | 98.8 | 93.1 | 55.7 | 95.6 | 89.6 |
| Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B Compare | 98.5 | 89.4 | 81.4 | 96.9 | 82.1 | 62.2 | 99.2 | 89.6 |
| Bowers & Wilkins Px8 S2 Compare | 98.5 | 99.5 | 96.3 | 99.5 | 82.1 | 62.2 | 98.3 | 98.7 |
| Apple AirPods Max Midnight Compare | 98.5 | 87.9 | 93.8 | 95.1 | 77.5 | 34.9 | 96 | 98.7 |
| Technics EAH-A800 Compare | 95.2 | 98.8 | 81.4 | 98 | 89.5 | 62.2 | 98.1 | 66 |
Price
Value & Pricing
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