Monolith M1070

The Monolith M1070 are a gigantic pair of open-backed, over-ears that put in a mature, balanced performance. Their gigantic size and weight won’t be for everyone, and they will need an amplifier to draw out their best performance.

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Product details

  • Planar 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.
  • Open back design. An airy, spacious soundstage. Each earcup features a grille, which allows air to pass through to the planar driver. This puts you in the middle of the performance, with a larger soundstage, enhanced imaging, and a more engaging soundscape.
  • Maximum comfort. Lightweight, padded headband, plush earpads. Weighing only 20.5 ounces (580g), the M1070 features a padded headband that can be adjusted to fit any head and soft earpads, ensuring long hours of listening pleasure without a hint of fatigue.
  • Removable earpads: The supplied earpads are easily removed, allowing you to upgrade to your earpad style of choice. Each M1070 comes with a pair of memory foam lambskin earpads and a pair of memory foam velour earpads.
  • Features a plush, padded headband and earpads for comfortable listening over extended periods of time.
  • Connectivity Technology: Wired

PROS

+ Clear, detailed and precise performance
+ Spacious soundstage
+ Surprisingly comfortable to wear
+ Good build quality

CONS

- Best performance with a DAC/amplifier
- Big and bulky design
- Soundstage doesn’t feel as wide as it could be

Expert reviews and ratings

By TrustedReviews on August 10, 2022
The Monolith M1070 are a gigantic pair of open-backed, over-ears that put in a mature, balanced performance. Their gigantic size and weight won’t be for everyone, and they will need an amplifier to draw out their best performance.
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