Abyss AB1266 Phi TC
Abyss’s AB1266 Phi TC is the most recognized headphone on the market. With the almost vulgar look, the extremely engaging sound, and the build quality of another world, the 1266 Phi TC delivers an experience you will never forget.
A brand new generation of ABYSS planar speakers. These latest ABYSS drivers offer unprecedented levels of clarity and resolution to sound, without the typical brightness or harshness. Imagine sitting with the band, and hearing what they hear, surreal is the best way to describe this new AB-1266 Phi TC.
High-Quality Materials for optimum comfort
This latest Ceramic Coated version sports a high-tech, durable two-tone polymer ceramic coating on the all-metal frame along with newly designed ear pads for greater comfort and improved sound quality.
The Abyss AB1266 Phi TC refines the sonic virtues of Abyss’ finest headphones with excellent transparency to the source. And hard-hitting low-frequency impact and resolution. The sound of these headphones easily compares to and in many areas exceeds the finest two-channel audiophile systems money can buy. More importantly, the AB-1266 Phi will preserve in history one of the finest headphones ever produced.
Chassis consists of left/right side frames and an adjustable two-piece headband. No plastic parts to break, and all components machined from solid aluminum for exceptional strength. Integrated resonance control for minimal added coloration. High-quality finishes, polished metal accents, hand-brushed artistic touches.
Proprietary planar magnetic transducer design (Patent Pending) utilizing Abyss’s very thin, very low mass diaphragm. Effortless dynamics and low-level detail retrieval in the bass, mids, and highs with spacious sound outside of your head. A front row listening experience with a stunning bass impact no other headphone can provide, like the finest loudspeakers in a private room.
The scope of delivery: 2 different versions
The Abyss AB-1266 Phi TC headphones are available in two versions. The only difference is the scope of delivery and the cables. The headphones are the same in all versions.
ABYSS 1266 Phi TC Standard Package
- AB1266 Phi TC Headphone
- Balanced 8 FT (2.5 meter) 4 pin XLR cable, with flexible 1/4″ (6.3 mm) adaptor. All cables are high performance custom made by JPS Labs for Abyss.
- Velvet bag with embroidered ABYSS logo.
- Optional cable lengths (8 FT / 2.4 m 4 pin XLR is standard) – Contact us!
ABYSS 1266 Phi TC Complete Package
- AB1266 Phi TC Headphone
- Upgraded JPS Labs Superconductor HP balanced 8 FT (2.5 m) 4 pin XLR cable set, the highest performance cables available for the AB-1266, and 1/4″ (6.3 mm) Superconductor HP flexible adaptor cable.(Custom cable lengths available)
- Heavy leather man bag style carry case (made in California, USA) with extra room and pockets for an iPad, portable amp or player, for a completely portable high resolution audio system. ABYSS branded wooden box
- Optional cable connector and length – Contact us!
Abyss AB1266 Phi TC Specifications
- Frequency Response: 5 Hz to 30 kHz
- Impedance: 47 ohms nominal
- Phase: Flat
- Sensitivity: 88 dB/mW
- Distortion: Less than 1%; Less than 0.2% through ears most sensitive range
- Weight: 640 grams
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Those who know us, know that we are very big fans of Abyss headphones. A brand that starts at almost 4,000 EUR Fouls rightly be considered obscene, but we love the deliberately non-mainstream nature of the Skubinsky family. They know everything better (they really do!) and they are absolutely uncompromising. The result is the best headphones in the world, and the 1266 TC is the crowning glory. It does everything perfectly. Period. It just need plenty of power, but then … buckle up. Then it starts, the roller coaster ride. The big one!