Description
JOAL is a time machine for music, feeding your soul with sound that never ceases to amaze. Whether it's rock and roll from the ’50s, ’60s, and ’70s, EDM, jazz, blues, classical, or even bluegrass, JOAL delivers an experience that must be heard to be fully appreciated.
Abyss headphones are renowned for their unmatched durability and craftsmanship—among the finest in the world. JOAL is no exception, backed by a 10-year private warranty for the original owner, ensuring your investment in this timeless design and superior sound.
Built on over 15 years of research and development, JOAL represents the pinnacle of Abyss’s patented planar speaker driver technology. Known for its ability to reproduce music with breathtaking detail, deep bass, and an immersive soundstage, JOAL takes this legacy to yet another level.
Handcrafted in our New York, USA facility, JOAL embodies everything we've learned about what discerning listeners want in a headphone. Its lightweight, Diana-inspired CNC-machined aluminum frame, durable finishes, low-profile magnetic-adjustable headband, and luxurious Ultrasuede materials provide pillow-like comfort for all-day listening.
Designed to pair beautifully with both entry-level electronics and the finest high-end source gear, JOAL delivers stunning performance at every level.
For Bluetooth functionality, add the optional iFi GO blu pocket-sized headphone amp at checkout for an exceptional wireless experience.
JOAL = Jack Of All Listening.
| Features
- Made in the USA—Engineered, machined, finished, assembled, and tested in our Buffalo, New York facility
- CNC-machined aluminum chassis with a high-durability black textured finish
- Laser-cut, annealed metal "Twist and Flex" headband with magnetic adjustability for a personalized fit
- Abyss Patented 63 mm Planar Speaker Drivers for full-range sound with deep, extended bass
- Pillow-top Ultrasuede ear pads that gently hug your head and magnetically attach for easy swapping and smooth sound
- Optional Hybrid Suede/Lambskin and Bass-Ported ear pads allow for easy sound customization
- Premium 2-meter, 16-core super-soft OFC copper alloy headphone cable with 4.4 mm plug
- Velvet-lined protective shell travel case
- Low speaker impedance enhances compatibility with portable, battery-operated electronics
- Compatible with all existing DIANA headphone ear pads and cables (for existing Abyss customers)
- Vegan-friendly—no animal leathers used
| Specifications
| Speakers | ABYSS custom JOAL 63 mm Planar Magnetic Transducer |
| Impedance | 30 Ω nominal |
| Sensitivity | 93 dB/mW |
| Frequency Response | 5 Hz – 55 kHz View Graph ↗ |
| Distortion | Average 0.05% THD |
| Recommended Amplifier Power | Minimum 250 mW, 1–3 watts optimal for the dynamic capabilities of this headphone |
| Weight | 390 g (with stock ear pads) / 327 g (without) |
| Supplied Cable | ABYSS JOAL 2-meter (6.6 ft) length premium 16-core super-soft cable with 4.4 mm plug |
| Included in the Box
- ABYSS JOAL High-Performance Headphone
- ABYSS JOAL Pillow-Top Ultrasuede Ear Pads (attached)
- ABYSS JOAL Black Protective Shell Case with Velvet Interior
- ABYSS JOAL 2-meter (6.6 ft) length premium 16-core super-soft cable with 4.4 mm plug
- Quick-Start Instruction Card
Available optional JOAL 16-core super-soft cable adaptors seamlessly convert the stock 4.4 mm cable to a 4-pin XLR plug, a 3.5 mm plug, or a 6.35 mm (1/4 inch) plug to connect to various electronics not equipped with a 4.4 mm jack.
| Equipment Pairing
To achieve the best possible performance from ABYSS planar-magnetic headphones, pairing them with the right electronics is essential.
Boulder 812
Gold Note HP-5.2 / PSX-5.2
HeadAmp GS-X Mini
Luxsin X8
Woo Audio TUBE mini
Woo Audio WA6 (2nd gen)
Woo Audio WA7 Fireflies
Woo Audio WA11 Topaz
Woo Audio WA22 (2nd gen)
Woo Audio WA23 LUNA
