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Black open-back over-ear headphones with large grilles, padded headband and plush earpads

Monoprice Inc.

Monoprice Monolith M1070 106mm Planar Open-Back Headphones

SKU CH-4Y7A-CBQDX

Open-back planar headphones with a 106 mm driver, dual linear symmetry magnet array, lightweight 580 g frame, padded headband and swappable lambskin or velour earpads for extended comfort

  • TypeHeadphones
  • ColorBlack
  • Weight4.10
  • FeaturesPlanar drivers. Accurate sound. Low distortion. The Monolith
  • 106 mm planar driver with dual linear symmetry magnet array for accurate, low-distortion sound
  • Open-back grille design creates an airy, spacious soundstage with enhanced imaging
  • Lightweight 580 g build with padded headband and plush earpads for fatigue-free listening
  • Removable earpads let you swap between included lambskin and velour memory foam pads
  • Extended high-end response paired with tight, clean bass for a rich, detailed presentation

Product identity

The Monoprice Monolith M1070 is an open-back planar magnetic headphone built around a 106mm driver with a dual linear symmetry magnet array. Weighing 580g, it ships with both lambskin and velour memory-foam earpads that are user-removable for easy replacement or third-party upgrades.

Who it suits

Listeners who want an airy, spacious soundstage and low-distortion reproduction for critical music sessions will appreciate the open grille design and lightweight padded headband. Buyers who need noise isolation, wireless convenience or a closed-back form factor for commuting or office use should look elsewhere.

Deciding specification

The 106mm planar magnetic driver determines whether this model matches your tonal priorities; its large diaphragm area is the single factor that defines the headphone's extended high-frequency response and clean bass presentation.

Highlights

  • 106 mm planar driver with dual linear symmetry magnet array for accurate, low-distortion sound
  • Open-back grille design creates an airy, spacious soundstage with enhanced imaging
  • Lightweight 580 g build with padded headband and plush earpads for fatigue-free listening
  • Removable earpads let you swap between included lambskin and velour memory foam pads
  • Extended high-end response paired with tight, clean bass for a rich, detailed presentation

Specifications

BrandMonoprice
Model139414
Part Number139414
TypeHeadphones
ColorBlack
Weight4.10
FeaturesPlanar drivers. Accurate sound. Low distortion. The Monolith M1070 uses a 106mm planar driver with a dual linear symmetry magnet array to deliver amazing sound quality. It has fantastic high end extension combined with tight, clean bass to make it an audio delight.

Questions about this item

What amplifier power is needed to drive the 106mm planar driver properly?

A dedicated headphone amplifier with at least 1 watt per channel is recommended to control the 106mm planar driver and achieve low distortion.

Will the open-back design and 580g weight work with my existing desktop DAC?

Yes, the open-back design connects through standard headphone outputs on any desktop DAC, and the 580g weight places no extra demand on the source device.

How can I confirm the dual linear symmetry magnet array is performing correctly after setup?

Listen for tight, clean bass combined with extended high-frequency detail and a wide, airy soundstage — these indicate the 106mm planar driver and magnet array are operating as intended.

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