New AIAIAI Capital Headphones!!!

[The DarkSide]

C/O AIAIAI

Capital - The New Headphones From AIAIAI

It took a little while, but after a good deal of preparation, deliberation and strategizing, we’re finally ready to lift the curtain on our brand new headphones! If you live in the city and like music on the move, please allow us to introduce you to your new best friend: his name is Capital, he’s a flexible yet rugged sort of character - and he comes in striking, new colours.

Capital was born out of a wish to create a pair of headphones that speaks to the inhabitants of the world’s major cities. People who want great sound that isn’t compromised by rain, snow or hail, who appreciate distinctive design and need flexible headphones that can take a beating.

This is why Capital delivers on all these fronts: Made out of nylon reinforced with fibreglass with a lightweight rubber-brace, the headphones are built to withstand heavy, everyday use in urban environments. It’s also tested to withstand the rapidly changing environments of the city while delivering clear and crisp sound from the protected 40mm driver. The materials have been handpicked for durability, and the design lets you adjust to your own perfect, comfortable fit. When you need to take them off, you just fold them right up and store them in the included carrying pouch. Simple as that.

The designers Lars Larsen and Jens Martin Skibsted from KiBiSi on the overall aesthetic of Capital:

" With Capital we've aimed to create an iconic pair of headphones designed for urban use. All components of the headphones play an integrated and cohesive role; the adjustment system used for capital is reminiscent of snowboard bindings, in tune with the generally sturdy and eclectic solutions implemented. This is part of what creates the unique character of the headphones."

If you’re eager to get an early look at Capital, our colleague, Adam, will be showing the new headphones at the Agenda trade show in Los Angeles today (Jan. 6 2012). We will be on the Main Floor in booth I1.

After Tracks, Capital felt like the natural next step for us. We hope you’ll give the new kid in class a warm welcome...

Thank FACEBOOK for their status update that let me know about these - I gotta have THESE!!!

[sYlt]

They look like a toy haha. Not for my needs but I would like to know their sound signature and quality.

[Adub]

Buy these i will.

[Marvin the Martian]

Originally Posted by Adub

Buy these i will.

[dfkt]

Those turquoise accents on the cable ends are really fugly, IMO - reminds me of Win3.11/Win95 color schemes. Wonder if those Capitals still have removable cables, like the TMA-1.

[The DarkSide]

Hmmm, the cable doesn't look removable to me.

[The DarkSide]

Seems there will be more color choices: C/O Headphonics

Aiaiai launch the Capital Headphone!
BY MARCUSD – JANUARY 10, 2012
POSTED IN: LATEST NEWS

One of my favorite brands in the DJ headphone industry – Aiaiai have been busy with new product development and have just announced the launch this year of a new headphone, the Capital. The Capital looks to tie the gap between the Tracks and the TMA-1 and is scheduled for release in March 2012.

This is what Aiaiai have to say about their latest big release when I reached out to them this week.

Highlights

• Reinforced fiberglass housing for increased durability
• Lightweight rubber brace for listening comfort and secure fit
• Inline 3-button microphone for play/pause/scrolling and answering calls
• Weather proof – Rain & Snow resistant IEC529 Standard – IP-4
• Material Housing/Sliderarms : PA 6 fiberglass reinforced polyamide – EDM finish
• Material Cushions: strechable EVA foam

Technical specs

• Driver Unit Size 40 mm
• Plug Angled Stereo Plug 3.5 mm
• Speaker Impedance 32 Ohm
• Speaker Sensitivity 112 +/- 3dB
• Maximum Power Input 40 mW
• Frequency Response TBD
• Microphone Sensitivity -42 +/- 3dB
• Microphone Directivity Omni-directional
• Designed in Denmark by KiBiSi
• Assembled in China for AIAIAI

Capital was born out of a wish to create a pair of headphones that speaks to the inhabitants of the world’s major cities. People who want great sound that isn’t compromised by rain, snow or hail, who appreciate distinctive design and need flexible headphones that can take a beating.