{"title":"Final Audio","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"final-audio-d8000-dc-pro-open-back-planar-magnetic-headphones","title":"Final Audio D8000 DC Pro Open-Back Planar Magnetic Headphones","description":"\u003ch1\u003eFinal Audio D8000 DC Pro Open-Back Planar Magnetic Headphones\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA higher-level listening-volume tuning of Final's redesigned AFDS platform with silver-coated cables, expanded driver opening, and thicker washi-fabric ear pads\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Final Audio D8000 DC Pro applies Final's Pro tuning to the completely redesigned D8000 DC platform. The initials DC stand for \u003ci\u003eDa Capo\u003c\/i\u003e, or \"from the beginning,\" reflecting the extent to which Final revisited the original D8000 architecture rather than simply modifying individual parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe driver manufacturing process, Air Film Damping System, magnet structure, housing, ear pads, and overall weight were all reconsidered. The DC Pro retains the detailed high-frequency reproduction and unusually open, substantial bass of Final's AFDS planar design while using a tonal balance intended for listeners who prefer higher playback levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003ePro Tuning for Higher Listening Levels\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe D8000 DC and D8000 DC Pro share the same fundamental mechanical platform, but they are not identically tuned. Final accounts for the way human hearing changes with playback level: as listening volume increases, low frequencies become perceptually easier to hear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DC Pro is adjusted around this behavior while retaining the fine-detail characteristics of the standard D8000 DC. Final therefore positions the two models according to listening level rather than describing the Pro as simply a universally upgraded version of the standard model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAdvanced Air Film Damping System\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAFDS was originally developed to overcome a limitation of planar magnetic drivers at large low-frequency excursions. As the diaphragm moves farther, it can approach the surrounding magnet structure. Conventional designs must limit that motion or rely on acoustic loading to compensate for the resulting restriction in bass extension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinal instead uses the viscosity of the air between the diaphragm and perforated metal structure to control diaphragm movement. For the D8000 DC generation, the diameter, spacing, and pattern of the perforations were redesigned, with different patterns used on the front and back of the diaphragm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis allows substantial diaphragm excursion while retaining the ultra-light moving system of a planar magnetic driver. The conductor is formed from extremely thin etched aluminum foil on the diaphragm, avoiding the separate bobbin, concentrated voice-coil mass, and adhesive joints required by a conventional dynamic driver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eApproximately 70% Greater Front-Side Open Area\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original D8000 placed a magnet structure in front of the diaphragm. Final determined that this could contribute to small peaks and dips, so the DC-generation driver eliminates the front magnet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe resulting opening in front of the driver is approximately 70% larger than on the previous generation. Reducing the amount of physical structure between the diaphragm and ear improves high-frequency reproduction and allows individual sounds to emerge with greater precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eThicker Washi-Fabric Ear Pads\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAFDS gives the driver sufficient low-frequency extension to work with unusually breathable ear pads. Instead of creating bass primarily by sealing the volume around the listener's ear, Final allows the planar driver itself to provide the required low-frequency output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe open-type pads combine breathable foam with a special fabric incorporating Japanese washi paper. In the DC generation, Final increased the pad thickness to 1.5 times that of the previous design, expanding the acoustic volume around the ear. Final associates the change with a larger sound field and smoother reproduction through the vocal range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe headband uses the same washi-based material for a dry feel, resistance to moisture, and long-term durability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003ePrecision-Machined Aluminum-Magnesium Housing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe D8000 DC Pro's housing is machined from aluminum-magnesium alloy to provide the rigidity and dimensional accuracy required by AFDS. The Pro version receives a hard-anodized finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe redesign also reduces the headphone's weight by approximately 100 g compared with the previous-generation D8000 Pro Edition. At 431 g without cable, the DC Pro is substantially lighter while retaining a rigid metal chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduction takes place at Final's headquarters in Kawasaki, Japan. Final designs and manufactures its own assembly jigs as well as specialized diaphragm-forming and diaphragm-tension measurement equipment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eRepairable Construction\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlmost all of the major components are designed to be separated using screws. This gives Final access to individual assemblies for long-term service and avoids making the complete headphone dependent on permanently bonded structural parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSilver-Coated Cables\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe D8000 DC Pro includes two detachable silver-coated OFC cables. The 1.5 m cable terminates in a balanced 4.4 mm connector, while the 3 m cable uses 4-pin XLR. 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The initials DC stand for \u003ci\u003eDa Capo\u003c\/i\u003e, the musical direction to return to the beginning, reflecting Final's decision to revisit the flagship's construction from the diaphragm outward after seven years of D8000 development and production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe diaphragm manufacturing process was revised, the Air Film Damping System was redesigned, the front magnet structure was removed, the ear pads were made substantially thicker, and the complete assembly was reduced in weight. The result retains the combination of planar-magnetic delicacy and unusually open, substantial bass that defined the original D8000 while increasing openness and precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eAdvanced Air Film Damping System\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinal developed AFDS to address a fundamental limitation of planar magnetic drivers. At large low-frequency excursions, the diaphragm can approach or contact the surrounding magnet structure. Preventing that contact normally means restricting excursion, which in turn limits low-frequency extension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAFDS uses the viscosity of the thin layer of air between the diaphragm and perforated metal structure to control its movement. The D8000 DC advances the system with newly designed hole diameter, spacing, and patterns, including different perforation patterns on the front and rear sides of the diaphragm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis allows the ultra-light diaphragm to reproduce substantial low frequencies without relying on tightly sealed ear pads. The conductor is formed by etching extremely thin aluminum foil directly onto the film diaphragm, keeping the moving assembly exceptionally light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eApproximately 70% More Open Area in Front of the Driver\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original D8000 used a magnet structure in front of the diaphragm. Final found that this structure contributed to small peaks and dips in the response, so the D8000 DC eliminates the front magnet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe change increases the open area in front of the driver by approximately 70% compared with the previous design. With less physical structure between the diaphragm and the ear, Final was able to improve high-frequency reproduction and the precision with which individual sounds are resolved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eThicker Open-Type Washi Ear Pads\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe D8000 DC uses breathable ear pads rather than depending on a sealed pad cavity to extend bass response. AFDS allows the driver itself to reach sufficiently low frequencies, leaving Final free to use a lower-seal pad for a more open presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pad surface is made from a special fabric incorporating Japanese washi paper, combined with highly breathable foam. For the DC generation, Final increased pad thickness to 1.5 times that of the preceding design. This enlarges the acoustic volume around the ear, contributing to a wider sound field and smoother reproduction through the vocal range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe same washi-based material is used on the headband, where its dry feel and resistance to moisture are useful during extended listening sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eLighter Aluminum-Magnesium Construction\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rigid aluminum-magnesium housing is precision-machined to maintain the tolerances required by AFDS and securely support the planar driver. Final reduced overall weight by approximately 100 g compared with the preceding D8000 generation, bringing the D8000 DC to 431 g without its cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe D8000 DC is built at Final's headquarters in Kawasaki, Japan. Production jigs, diaphragm-forming machinery, and diaphragm-tension measurement equipment are developed in-house so assembly can be controlled alongside the production of the driver itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eDesigned for Long-Term Repair\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlmost every major component can be disassembled using screws. This allows the headphone to be serviced over the long term rather than relying on permanently bonded assemblies for critical structural parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eTwo Detachable OFC Cables\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe D8000 DC includes two detachable OFC cables. A 1.5 m cable terminates in a balanced 4.4 mm connector, while the 3 m cable terminates in 4-pin XLR for stationary headphone amplifiers. 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Its evolved Air Film Damping System, or AFDS, allows the diaphragm to make large low-frequency excursions without contacting the surrounding structure, while the newly developed Pina Align Diffuser addresses the acoustic interaction between the driver and the individual shape of the listener's outer ear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinal combines these systems with highly breathable ear pads rather than relying on a strong seal to generate bass. The intent is to retain the low moving mass and fine high-frequency behavior of a planar magnetic driver while producing low frequencies with the quantity and openness more often associated with a well-designed dynamic headphone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003ePina Align Diffuser\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAcoustic diffusion is widely used in recording rooms to control reflections without simply absorbing acoustic energy. Final applies the same broad principle on a much smaller scale with the Pina Align Diffuser positioned in front of the D7000 driver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe challenge is that every listener's pinna, or outer ear, has a different shape. A diffuser that measures well with a standardized fixture can interact differently with a real ear and change the perceived frequency response. Final therefore developed the diffuser through simulation and listening experiments using a range of outer-ear shapes, seeking a geometry that would provide more consistent behavior from listener to listener.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe resulting system also contributes to the D7000's presentation of vocals and string instruments, areas in which Final specifically emphasizes resolution and smoothness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eEvolved AFDS Planar Magnetic Driver\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA conventional planar magnetic diaphragm can approach the magnet structure during large bass excursions, limiting how far the driver can safely move and therefore how low it can reproduce without additional acoustic loading. Final originally developed AFDS to control diaphragm motion using the viscosity of the thin air layer between the diaphragm and perforated metal structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the D7000, Final redesigned the coil geometry and perforated metal specifically for the physical characteristics of this driver. The system damps the diaphragm more efficiently and allows it to operate through larger excursions without contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe diaphragm itself is an ultra-light film carrying an etched aluminum-foil coil. Compared with a conventional dynamic driver of similar diameter, Final states that the planar moving system can be approximately one-third the weight because it does not require a separate voice coil, bobbin, and adhesive joint concentrated around the center of the diaphragm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eOpen Bass Without Sealed Ear Pads\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeadphone bass is often supported by creating a relatively well-sealed volume between the driver and the listener's head. Final instead uses the extended low-frequency capability provided by AFDS to work with a much more breathable pad.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe D7000 ear pads use ventilated foam covered with a special fabric incorporating Japanese washi paper. This construction allows the driver to operate with less acoustic restriction while providing a dry feel against the skin. 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Rather than applying a diamond coating to another diaphragm material, Final produces the central dome from diamond grown by chemical vapor deposition, or CVD, and develops the suspension, voice coil, magnetic circuit, housing, and internal acoustics around its mechanical properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe closed-back enclosure receives the same level of attention. A five-axis-machined aluminum-magnesium housing, controlled internal damping, carefully vented Ultrasuede ear pads, and a 12-point through-bolt structure are designed to make rigidity and airtightness predictable parts of the acoustic system rather than incidental properties of the enclosure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eTrue Diamond Diaphragm\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiamond combines extremely high stiffness with excellent internal damping, characteristics that are particularly useful in a diaphragm. High bending rigidity helps the dome retain its intended shape as it moves, while internal loss helps unwanted vibration decay quickly after the input signal stops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinal manufactures the diaphragm by growing diamond on silicon using CVD and then removing the silicon substrate. The finished diamond dome uses a steep profile together with cylindrical ribs around its perimeter. This geometry was developed to balance rigidity with the moving mass of diamond, which is denser than materials such as beryllium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinal reports extremely low distortion from the completed driver, including distortion below 100 Hz reduced to less than one-hundredth that of its conventional reference design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eSpecial Polyurethane Surround and Rigid Voice-Coil Assembly\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe weight and stiffness of the diamond dome place unusual demands on its suspension. Final uses a specially formulated polyurethane surround selected for low mass, high elasticity, and resistance to the deterioration traditionally associated with polyurethane materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA lightweight polyimide bobbin adds rigidity to the voice-coil assembly so that driving force is transferred cleanly to the diaphragm. Final also avoids attaching the voice-coil lead wires to the surround. Instead, the leads are suspended and routed directly to the terminals, maintaining better mechanical symmetry around the moving system. A specially developed high-strength aluminum-alloy wire is used to withstand repeated flexing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eN55 Magnetic Circuit and Internal Damping\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe motor uses N55 neodymium magnets to provide a high-density magnetic field and strong control over the moving assembly. An aluminum shorting ring in the magnetic circuit generates opposing eddy currents that reduce the voice coil's inductive effects and stabilize the magnetic field, particularly during large low-frequency excursions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBehind the diaphragm, precisely shaped acoustic damping material controls reflections within the driver assembly. Final treats the damping system, magnetic circuit, diaphragm, and suspension as a single driver unit rather than tuning each component independently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eRigid, Airtight Five-Axis-Machined Housing\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClosed-back headphones depend on controlled air behavior inside the enclosure, making both rigidity and sealing important. The DX10000 CL housing is machined from aluminum-magnesium alloy using five-axis CNC equipment, allowing steep surfaces and complex internal geometry that would be difficult to produce with conventional three-axis machining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaterial is removed internally to reduce weight while preserving structural rigidity. Acoustic material is then placed within the machined cavities to control resonances created by those spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe outer housing, driver assembly, and front plate are clamped together by 12 through-bolts. Because the design does not depend on adhesive for the main structural joint, it provides strong, evenly distributed clamping while also allowing the assembly to be disassembled for service.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eUltrasuede Ear Pads\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than completely sealing the space around the ear, Final uses Ultrasuede for controlled air permeability. Its fine fiber structure allows a small amount of airflow while maintaining an acoustic seal, helping Final shape the low-frequency response without compensating with an exaggerated high-frequency balance. Specially selected foam establishes the pad volume and fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eTwo Silver-Coated Cables\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe DX10000 CL includes two silver-coated OFC cables developed with Junkosha. The 1.5 m balanced cable uses a 4.4 mm connector and ePTFE insulation, chosen for its low dielectric constant. 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Its magnesium-alloy diaphragm is central to the design, combining high rigidity with high internal damping to help control unwanted resonance. Final describes the acoustic presentation as natural and expansive, with an “ear speaker” character that maintains bass presence without relying on a tightly sealed ear cavity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDriver and Enclosure Working Together\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe diaphragm uses a thick, soft, lightweight foamed-silicone edge, molded directly around the magnesium diaphragm rather than attached with conventional adhesive. Final developed this construction to allow easy movement while suppressing unwanted resonance and avoiding variation from adhesive application. The voice-coil lead is suspended in air rather than bonded to the edge, so it does not interfere with the diaphragm’s motion. Proprietary aluminum-alloy voice-coil wire supports this arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinal’s Free Air Structure opens the airflow path through the rear of the driver, the ear pads, and the housing. A low driver resonant frequency allows the design to depend less on acoustic sealing for bass reproduction. The Transient Coil System adds a separate coil in series with the driver to reduce high-frequency output without adding mass to the moving assembly. Together, these elements support Final’s approach to combining an open acoustic structure with a lightweight diaphragm, edge, and voice coil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eBreathable Pads and a Detachable Cable\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ear pads combine highly breathable foam with a special fabric containing Japanese washi paper. They are designed to provide a dry feel while allowing airflow rather than forming a tight acoustic seal. The headband uses the same type of surface material. Unlike tool-free replaceable pads, the DX6000’s pads are secured with special screws and must be replaced by Final; user replacement invalidates product-warranty coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA detachable 3 m OFC slim cable terminates in a 4-pin XLR plug. Developed for the DX series, the cable keeps weight low while providing a connection to compatible headphone amplifiers. A compact semi-hard case is also included for storage and transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmplifier matching matters here: the Transient Coil System causes impedance to rise from 47 ohms at 1 kHz to 480 ohms at 20 kHz. 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Final describes the acoustic balance as neutral, with controlled bass and an unusually open presentation for a closed-back headphone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDriver and Enclosure Working Together\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe diaphragm uses a free-edge structure without grooves at its edge, designed to allow smooth movement and reduce distortion. Behind the driver, Final Audio's Rear Diffuser Array Structure uses ribs of different shapes and spacing to avoid parallel internal surfaces, diffuse reflected sound, and suppress unwanted enclosure resonance. These elements address the acoustic challenges of a sealed ear cup rather than relying on the driver alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe housing uses O-rings and precision screws, with adhesive use minimized for a serviceable construction. This approach allows the assembly to be opened for repair, an important consideration for headphones intended for long-term ownership. The hangers connecting the headband to the housings are made from lightweight, high-strength ultra-super duralumin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eReplaceable Pads and a Detachable Cable\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 30 mm thick ear pads combine a synthetic-leather exterior with a memory-foam core. They are designed to provide a comfortable acoustic seal while maintaining distance between the ears and drivers—a key part of Final’s approach to creating a more open presentation. The pads are user-replaceable without tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA detachable 2 m silver-coated cable terminates in a 4.4 mm balanced plug. 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