{"product_id":"dan-clark-audio-aeon-core-closed-back-headphone","title":"Dan Clark Audio Aeon Core Closed-Back Headphone","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"background:#1a1a1a;border-radius:6px;padding:16px 22px;margin:0 0 28px;font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:15px;line-height:1.55;color:#ffffff\"\u003e📦 \u003cstrong style=\"color:#ffffff\"\u003ePre-Order Now — Ships June 14, 2026.\u003c\/strong\u003e Order today and we'll ship your Aeon Core the moment it arrives from Dan Clark Audio. Free US shipping included.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:15px;color:#333;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 28px\"\u003eAeon Core is Dan Clark Audio's most accessible flagship — the direct successor to the Aeon 2, years in development, and tuned to a new corrected reference target developed alongside Dr. Sean Olive. Bold new aluminum and wood aesthetic. Closed-back. Planar magnetic. Hand-built in San Diego. The entry point to reference DCA performance at $899.99.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #ececec;margin:28px 0\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:20px;color:#1a1a1a;margin:0 0 14px\"\u003eA New Driver, Built for Efficiency\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:14px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 16px\"\u003eAeon Core's planar magnetic driver was engineered around three priorities: efficiency, sonic excellence, and affordable manufacturing. The result is Dan Clark Audio's most easily driven headphone to date. At 97 dB\/mW sensitivity, Aeon Core pairs comfortably with portable DAC\/amps, dongles, and desktop gear alike. Amplifiers delivering at least 125 mW into 16 ohms are sufficient — additional power is welcome but not required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:14px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 28px\"\u003eThis means the Aeon Core works beautifully with an iFi GO bar Kensei on the go, or a ZEN CAN 3 on your desk — no need for a powerful headphone amplifier to get the best out of it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #ececec;margin:28px 0\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:20px;color:#1a1a1a;margin:0 0 14px\"\u003eA Better Reference — Tuned to the Corrected Harman Target\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:14px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 16px\"\u003eAeon Core's tuning is grounded in a corrected version of the Harman over-ear target — one that Dan Clark developed alongside Dr. Sean Olive in 2025. The original Harman curve was derived using a custom measurement pinna unavailable to anyone else, meaning all prior measurements contained a small but consistent error. Clark and Olive published an AES paper with a corrected curve that reflects the measurement system used by audio professionals worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:14px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 28px\"\u003eThe practical effect: a slightly warmer midrange. Vocals are forward without hardness. Strings have a lush, organic texture. The overall experience is musical, engaging, and fun across a wide range of genres — without sacrificing accuracy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #ececec;margin:28px 0\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:20px;color:#1a1a1a;margin:0 0 14px\"\u003eComfort Without Compromise\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:14px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 28px\"\u003eAeon Core retains the physical design cues found throughout DCA's lineup: signature Aeon earpads, titanium headband, and self-adjusting suspension strap. The fit is ergonomic and fatigue-free for hours of listening. The bold new aluminum and wood cup aesthetic is a significant visual departure — darker, more refined, and unmistakably new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #ececec;margin:28px 0\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:20px;color:#1a1a1a;margin:0 0 16px\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:14px;margin:0 0 8px\"\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 0;color:#888;width:40%\"\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 0;color:#333\"\u003eClosed-back, over-ear, planar magnetic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 0;color:#888\"\u003eSensitivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 0;color:#333\"\u003e97 dB\/mW\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 0;color:#888\"\u003eImpedance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 0;color:#333\"\u003e17 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 0;color:#888\"\u003eAmplifier Requirement\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 0;color:#333\"\u003e125mW into 16Ω minimum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 0;color:#888\"\u003eTuning Target\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 0;color:#333\"\u003eCorrected Harman over-ear target (Clark\/Olive 2025)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 0;color:#888\"\u003eDriver\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 0;color:#333\"\u003eProprietary planar magnetic, new-generation efficiency design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 0;color:#888\"\u003eHeadband\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 0;color:#333\"\u003eTitanium with self-adjusting suspension strap\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 0;color:#888\"\u003eEarpads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 0;color:#333\"\u003eSignature DCA Aeon earpads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 0;color:#888\"\u003eCup Material\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 0;color:#333\"\u003eAluminum with wood faceplate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 0;color:#888\"\u003eCable Options\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 0;color:#333\"\u003eDUMMER (1\/4\" + 3.5mm, XLR) or VIVO upgrade cable (1\/4\")\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"border-bottom:1px solid #e0e0e0\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 0;color:#888\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:10px 0;color:#333\"\u003eDesigned and assembled in San Diego, CA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv style=\"background:#fff8e8;border-left:4px solid #e0a82e;border-radius:4px;padding:12px 16px;margin:0 0 28px;font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:14px;color:#1a1a1a\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e📦 Availability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pre-Order Now — Ships June 14, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"border:none;border-top:1px solid #ececec;margin:28px 0\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 style=\"font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:20px;color:#1a1a1a;margin:0 0 12px\"\u003eWho Is the Aeon Core For?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:14px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0 0 16px\"\u003eThe Aeon Core is for the listener who wants genuine DCA performance without the $2,299 commitment of the E3. At 97 dB\/mW it's easy to drive from almost any source — making it equally at home with a portable dongle DAC or a full desktop stack. It's the ideal first Dan Clark headphone, and pairs naturally with the iFi ZEN DAC 3 ($229) for a complete desktop setup under $1,200.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp style=\"font-family:Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:14px;color:#444;line-height:1.7;margin:0\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuestions?\u003c\/strong\u003e Reply to any order confirmation and Rianna will personally help you with pairing recommendations — free, no obligation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dan Clark Audio","offers":[{"title":"DUMMER 2m 1\/4in + 3.5mm","offer_id":52963756409141,"sku":"DCA-AEON-CORE","price":899.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"DUMMER 2m XLR","offer_id":52963830595893,"sku":"DCA-AEON-CORE","price":899.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"VIVO Upgrade 2m 1\/4in","offer_id":52963830628661,"sku":"DCA-AEON-CORE","price":1099.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0821\/3486\/0085\/files\/Core-0071.jpg?v=1780845338","url":"https:\/\/hifisoundgear.com\/products\/dan-clark-audio-aeon-core-closed-back-headphone","provider":"hifisoundgear","version":"1.0","type":"link"}