ARCTIC
ARCTIC S12 14.8mm Planar Magnetic In-Ear Headphones 4.4mm Gun Metal Grey
A 14.8 mm planar magnetic driver delivers detailed sound with potent bass, crisp mids and clear trebles, driven easily by portable devices at 102 dB/mW sensitivity
- High-detail sound from a 14.8 mm planar driver
- Easy driving at 102 dB/mW sensitivity with portable gear
- Smooth, lightweight chassis milled by 5-axis process
- Ergonomic concha fit with vent holes for long comfort
- Detachable 0.78 mm cable woven from 128 silver-plated copper strands
14.8 mm Planar Magnetic IEM
The ARCTIC S12 is a wired in-ear headphone built around a 14.8 mm planar magnetic driver. It connects through a 4.4 mm balanced plug and includes a detachable 0.78 mm dual-pin cable made from 128 strands of silver-plated monocrystalline copper. Sensitivity is rated at 102 dB/mW, allowing reference-level volume from portable sources or a DAC/amp combination. The gun metal grey chassis is milled by a 5-axis process into a single continuous curve.
Listeners who want a balanced connection
This suit listeners who already use a source or dongle with a 4.4 mm balanced output and appreciate a lightweight, vented shell for long sessions. The matte finish resists ear wax and the weaved cable rejects interference. Buyers whose devices only offer a single-ended jack should look elsewhere, as the included cable terminates in a 4.4 mm plug and no adapter is mentioned. The product is also not aimed at users needing wireless convenience or an inline microphone.
4.4 mm balanced termination
The single specification that decides fit is the 4.4 mm connector on the supplied cable. Without a matching balanced output on the player, phone, tablet or desktop DAC, the headphones cannot be used as delivered. Verify that your audio chain provides this interface before purchase.
Highlights
- High-detail sound from a 14.8 mm planar driver
- Easy driving at 102 dB/mW sensitivity with portable gear
- Smooth, lightweight chassis milled by 5-axis process
- Ergonomic concha fit with vent holes for long comfort
- Detachable 0.78 mm cable woven from 128 silver-plated copper strands
Specifications
No published specifications for this item yet.
Questions about this item
How does the 14.8mm planar driver translate to everyday listening?
The large planar driver is designed for high detail retrieval, potent bass, crisp mids and clear trebles across any music genre.
What does the 4.4mm connector mean for device compatibility?
The 4.4mm balanced plug requires a source with a matching 4.4mm output such as a portable DAC/amp or compatible digital audio player.
Will the 0.78mm dual-pin cable detach easily for replacement or upgrade?
Yes, the stock cable uses a standard 0.78mm dual-pin connector so it can be unplugged and swapped for any compatible aftermarket cable.
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