Bundled with specially tuned modeling software, the ESI eXtra 10 monitoring headphones are designed to provide producers, home recordists, and traveling engineers with the experience of checking mixes on various monitoring systems such as hi-fi speakers, earbuds, and portable devices. The dSONIQ Realphones ESI Edition software, which can run as a DAW plug-in or standalone program, offers a host of selections and adjustable settings for the room, speakers, EQ, and more.

The headphones utilize an over-ear design with half-closed-back earcups for a blend of comfort, moderate noise isolation, and natural response. Equipped with large 50mm neodymium dynamic drivers, they are capable of reproducing a broad frequency range from 15 Hz to 29 kHz. The 8' single-sided cable is terminated with a 3.5mm mini plug for compatibility with desktop and laptop computers as well as many mobile devices. A gold-plated 1/4" screw-on adapter is included to enable proper connection to an audio interface or external headphone amp.

Headphones and Modeling Software

The eXtra 10 headphones are a combination of lightweight, half-closed-back headphones and a modeling plug-in for binaural perception. With the included dSONIQ Realphones ESI Edition, which can be used as a DAW plug-in or standalone software, you can get true studio control room sound with your headphones, no matter where you are.

Optimally Adapted

The physical characteristics of the eXtra 10 form the basis for the adaptation of the popular dSONIQ software. Through months of fine-tuning, the ESI Edition has been optimally adapted to the ESI headphones down to the smallest detail. The result is a combination of solid audio hardware and an innovative technology designed to make the sound reproduction as reliable and precise as a high-quality monitoring system in the studio.

Presets for Fast Mix Checks

With Realphones, your eXtra 10 become a reliable monitoring tool for mixing tracks, whether on the road or in the studio. Plus, a single mouse click is all it takes to make them sound like hi-fi speakers, earbuds, or a portable device. Thanks to the software, you can check your final mix without even taking off your headphones.

Designed for Long Sessions

The eXtra 10 headphones are lightweight while providing clear and accurate reproduction for monitoring purposes in the studio, even without the dSONIQ software. Designed to adjust automatically to any head size and outfitted with extra durable and isolated earpads, the eXtra 10s are built for comfort when used for longer periods. Delivering a wide range with specially selected transducers, you will be able to listen to all the details of your mix across the whole frequency response.

ESI eXtra 10 Specs

Key Specs

Wearing Style	Dual Ear with Headband Foldable: No Earpiece Swivel: No
Open/Closed-Back	Semi-Open-Back
Impedance	32 Ohms
Active Noise Cancellation	No
Frequency Response	15 Hz to 29 kHz
Built-In Mic	No
Audio Connector	1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS
Included Adapter	1/4" TRS

Headphone

Wearing Style	Dual Ear with Headband Foldable: No Earpiece Swivel: No
Earpiece Design	Over-Ear (Circumaural)
Open/Closed-Back	Semi-Open-Back
Sound Field	Stereo
Driver Type	Dynamic
Driver Size	2" / 50 mm
Impedance	32 Ohms
Active Noise Cancellation	No
Frequency Response	15 Hz to 29 kHz
Sensitivity	94 dB SPL at 1 mW
Maximum Power Handling	1200 mW
Built-In Controls	No
Built-In Mic	No

Connectivity

Audio Connector	1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRS
Included Adapter	1/4" TRS
Cable Design	Non-Detachable / Straight
Cable Length	8.2' / 2.5 m

Physical

Color

Black / Orange

Packaging Info

Package Weight	1.155 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)	9.8 x 9.3 x 4.5"

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