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DALI IO-12 headphones are designed and engineered using the same sound principles as our full-size loudspeakers – they’re true Hi-Fi speakers for your head.
Wired or wireless
Whether you’re wired up to your Hi-Fi or paired wirelessly with your mobile, DALI IO-12s deliver astonishing Hi-Fi sound, however you use them.
World-first driver technology
The 50 mm custom-developed Hi-Fi headphone drive unit is the world’s first to feature our patented distortion-eliminating SMC magnet technology for the ultimate sound that lets you hear every detail.
Leave the world behind
Silence the distractions and enjoy an immersive listening experience with our cutting-edge Audiophile Active Noise Cancellation.
TRUE HI-FI SOUND
Highest standards of design, durability,
DALI IO-12 headphones are designed and engineered using the same sound principles as our full-size loudspeakers. Featuring technologies such as our patented SMC magnet driver material, low-loss rubber surround, rigid paper fibre cone and low resonance enclosures, the IO-12s deliver the same low-loss sound with ultimate clarity and dynamic capabilities that you would expect from any DALI speaker. They’re true Hi-Fi speakers for your head.
CLOSER TO REALITY
World-first driver technology
The IO-12s are the world’s first headphones to feature an SMC magnet system. Using the same material as our high-end EPICON speakers, Soft Magnetic Composite reduces eddy currents and hysteresis to lower uneven harmonic distortion drastically, resulting in crystal-clear, ultra-low distortion sound that brings you closer to reality.
WIRED OR WIRELESS
The only headphones you’ll ever need
Whether you’re plugged into your Hi-Fi immersed in your vinyl collection or paired with your smartphone enjoying on-the-go music, DALI IO-12s harness advanced technologies like Bluetooth® aptX Adaptive to deliver an astonishing musical experience, however you use them.
AUDIOPHILE ACTIVE NOISE CANCELLATION
Leave the world behind
Silence the distractions and enjoy every detail of your favourite music. Our cutting-edge Audiophile Active Noise Cancellation technology delivers a truly immersive listening experience while blocking out low-frequency noises. With three AANC modes, you can tailor the IO-12s to your situation, whether you’re relaxing at home or on your daily commute.
35-HOUR BATTERY LIFE
Extended listening between charges
An advanced lithium-ion battery delivers up to 35 hours of peerless playback so that you can enjoy extended listening on a single charge. And with battery-level LEDs and a voice prompt to tell you how much charge you have left, you never need to run out of power.
DUAL SOUND MODES
Two sound profiles to match your taste
Tailor the performance to your own style with ‘Hi-Fi’ and ‘Bass’ sound modes. Whether you like your music as the artist intended or you prefer a more punchy, bass-focused performance, the IO-12s let you listen to your music just the way you want it.
Specifications
Frequency range: 10 – 48,000 Hz ±3 dB
Analogue input sensitivity Passive mode Active mode: 91 dB SPL, 1 mW @ 1 kHz
300 mV rms, 94 dB SPL @ 1 kHz
Impedance (Passive mode): 25 Ohm
Maximum SPL: 100 dBA
Headphone principle: Closed back circumaural (over ear)
Full range driver: 50 mm with SMC based magnet system
Driver diaphragm: Free edge paper fibre cone
Amplifier principle: Fully bridged (BTL) Class D output stage
Connection input(s): Bluetooth 5.2 (wireless), 3.5 mm mini jack stereo USB-C
Wireless input audio codecs: AAC, aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive
Supported input audio formats: 16 – 24 bit audio
32 / 44.1 / 48 / 96 kHz sample rate
Functions: Power ON/OFF, Bluetooth pair/release, Volume up/down, Play/pause/skip track, Take call, ANC modes (ON/Transparency/OFF),
Sound modes (Hi-Fi/Bass)
Other features: Wind Noise Suppression, Hi-Res Audio Certified
Noise reduction: Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)
Hands-free calls and voice assist: Updated Clear Voice Communication (CVC)
Battery – playback time: Up to 35 hours
Battery – charge time: 1 hour and 50 minutes
Replaceable earpads: Yes
Compact storage: One-way foldable
IP rating: IP52
Neto weight: 0.37 kg
All technical specifications are subject to change without notice.
Package Contents: DALI Noise-Cancelling Wireless Headphones IO-12 Dark Chocolate, 1.2 m USB-C cable (for charging and USB audio), 1.2 m long 3.5 mm mini jack stereo cable, 3 m long 3.5 mm mini jack stereo cable, 3.5 mm stereo mini jack to 6.3 mm jack adaptor, Flight adaptor, Luxury travel case.
