{"product_id":"sjy-horizon-closed-carbon-planar-magnetic-headphones","title":"SJY Horizon Closed Carbon Planar Magnetic Headphones","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eNote: This product currently has a 1 week fulfillment time. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/apos.audio\/blogs\/our-collaborators\/jeffrey-yin\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eJeffrey,\u003c\/a\u003e a one-man operation, is manufacturing and testing each pair of Horizon Closed Carbon himself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch1 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n \u003cstrong\u003eSound unbound\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n \u003c\/h1\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned and built in Houston, Texas, the Horizon Closed Carbon Headphones deliver a non-fatiguing, holographic sound with exceptional imaging and precise details. Made for audiophiles, music producers, and gamers needing image-perfect audio cues, the Horizon Closed Carbon combines the natural feel of open-back headphones with the noise isolation of a closed-back design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHand-made planar magnetic drivers\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJeffrey Yin of SJY Audio hand-builds each driver with the strongest-grade magnets and a full aluminum frame, minimally dampening the driver to guarantee a playful, engaging, and image-perfect sound experience. This setup delivers outstanding performance with crystal clear vocals and a balanced sound across the frequency range.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarbon fiber ear cups\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHand-casted from forged carbon fiber, the ear cups sport a unique “brushstroke” pattern and extreme durability. The matte finish—both scratch- and finger-print resistant—perfectly complements the subtle and strong CNC-machined aluminum frame.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll-day lightweight wearability \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eBuilt with CNC aluminum construction yet weighing just a pound, the Horizon Closed Carbon offers a sturdy yet lightweight design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUltra-comfortable ear pads\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe earpads feature an interior of memory foam that contours to your head. The outer layer combines perforated protein leather on the inside and non-perforated protein leather on the outside, while the front is made from breathable polyester to reduce heat for a cool and comfortable experience even during all-day use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFull-grain leather headband\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe top strap is crafted from full-grain leather, chosen for its natural texture and softness, while the bottom strap features thicker full-grain leather with a heavier finish, for its wear resistance. Together, they form a two-layer construction, boasting long-lasting durability and a classic, refined aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow we’re listening to it\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/ctrk.klclick2.com\/l\/01JE2D9YT0JX92Y6G0B9STQR9W_2\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eTom at Apos here\u003c\/a\u003e. I first heard the Horizon Closed at CanJam SoCal 2024. I was an immediate fan, loving it for its incredible detail, laser-precise imaging, and delightfully engaging tonality. I’ve become an even bigger fan since getting to know Jeffrey Yin of SJY and getting a pair of my own to try with my setup at home, where I’ve listened to it for dozens of hours on end. Truly, it’s my favorite headphone I’ve heard in a long time. While the Horizon Closed sounds great on almost any setup, it really shines with dedicated DAC\/amp systems. It's sensitive enough to work with my iPhone 16 Pro and the Moondrop Dawn Pro dongle DAC (though I have to max out the volume). It also sounds great on hybrid tube amps like the Gremlin, but I much prefer it with solid state amps. Some of my favorite pairings are the FiiO M17, TOPPING D90 stack, xDuoo XA-02 Class-A DAC\/Amp, and R2R DACs like the FiiO K11 R2R or Denafrips Ares II.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct highlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClosed-back planar magnetic headphone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLightweight CNC aluminum construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSJY driver made by hand with strong magnets and aluminum frame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarbon fiber ear cups\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eFull-grain leather headband\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProprietary tuning plate for balanced frequencies\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExceptional staging with crystal clear vocals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEasy-to-remove magnetic ear pads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n \u003cp\u003eNote to customers: Use a T6 Torx or 1.5mm hex key to tighten the screw to increase the headband step resistance. \u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBalanced 4.4mm 1.5M cable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 1.27 lbs (580g)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSensitivity: 90db\/mW\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eImpedance: 11Ω\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHorizon Closed Carbon Headphones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBalanced 4.4mm 1.5M cable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli dir=\"ltr\" aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003eVelour carrying pouch\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003c\/ul\u003e\n \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatured reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/UrmIkyItAXs?si=Z_12V1gxlIB8Zyvl\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Game-changing. A paradigm shift. This transcends the performance of 99% of closed-back headphones out there.\" -Joshua Valour\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ozr3FyVN1SM?si=viQGapKAF_dUBgr0\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Really, really great headphones--from the quality of materials to the tonality and tuning. I simply love them. They absolutely sound great--well-balanced, maturely-tuned, and very, very pleasant to listen to. 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At $999, the Carbons are absolutely nuts.”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e-Passion for Sound\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/6E31_19LMJo?si=8UP-s4a57dzorvIw\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"A special headphone. A remarkable feat.\" -GadgetryTech \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ItoagZGNrNs?si=2ZTwGaaOd-72sEnZ\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n \u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The best closed-back headphones you can get around $1,000. 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