{"product_id":"final-audio-d8000-dc-open-back-planar-magnetic-headphones","title":"Final Audio D8000 DC Open-Back Planar Magnetic Headphones","description":"\u003ch1\u003eFinal Audio D8000 DC Open-Back Planar Magnetic Headphones\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eA ground-up AFDS redesign with approximately 70% greater front-side open area, thicker washi-fabric ear pads, and a 431 g aluminum-magnesium chassis\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Final Audio D8000 DC is not a minor revision of the original D8000. 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. The headphone-side 3.5 mm connectors incorporate locking mechanisms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dedicated protective case is supplied and can be locked with the included security key.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eD8000 DC headphones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.5 m detachable OFC cable with 4.4 mm balanced connector\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3 m detachable OFC cable with 4-pin XLR connector\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDedicated protective case\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecurity key\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eModel Number:\u003c\/b\u003e FI-D8DPAL\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eType:\u003c\/b\u003e Open-back planar magnetic headphones\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHousing:\u003c\/b\u003e Aluminum-magnesium alloy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDriver:\u003c\/b\u003e AFDS planar magnetic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSensitivity:\u003c\/b\u003e 90 dB\/mW\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eImpedance:\u003c\/b\u003e 50 Ω\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeadphone-Side Connectors:\u003c\/b\u003e 3.5 mm, 2-pole with locking mechanism\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIncluded Cable 1:\u003c\/b\u003e OFC, 4.4 mm balanced, 1.5 m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIncluded Cable 2:\u003c\/b\u003e OFC, 4-pin XLR, 3 m\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 431 g\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Final Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54067273695416,"sku":"FI-D8DPAL","price":4299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1564\/1247\/files\/DSC01297_2.jpg?v=1789579938","url":"https:\/\/upscaleaudio.com\/products\/final-audio-d8000-dc-open-back-planar-magnetic-headphones","provider":"Upscale Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}