Designing Diana DZ
Designing Diana DZ
Comfort, resolution, luxury. Diana DZ is on the highest level of headphone technology and design.
Comfort
Hybrid Ear Pads
The ear pads of the TC had a great design. Despite sheepskin being the premium material for the application, many just prefer suede for comfort. So here we are; our first fully hybrid pad design. The sonic benefits of leather, with the comfort benefits of suede.
Comfort
Weight
Not that the TC were heavy, but we knew we could do more. Our lightest headphone ever, with the DZ we're pushing the limits of CNCed aluminum can do. All with zero compromise to structural stability. Proof all the way down to how it sounds.
Luxury looks
INLAY - ABALONE
With a more premium product we are able to source more premium materials. New Zealand Abalone, a natural product from a Snail like ocean creature, radiates elegance. A tasteful dash of blue or violet will pop off your headphone stand.
Luxury Looks
INLAY - DAMASCUS
The art of the folded samurai blade married to the modern miracle that is carbon fiber. Two exquisite Damascus forged carbon fiber inlays. For a more reserved look, the 600 layered Damascus forged in black, and for a hint of shimmer, the 300 layered Gold forged.
Comfort
Sling Headband
The final piece to the universal fitting headphone: The Sling Headband. While not new to the industry, ours has the largest contacts points for maximum durability, with a custom designed Japanese fabric material optimized for skin to skin contact as well as hair stability. These headphones will disappear on your head.
Tune
NEW Diana DZ Driver
Each step from V1 to Phi to TC Drivers saw a marked increase in resolution. With the DZ we take that resolution, and tweak it into a tune that is more musical and pleasing than anything we have made before. Scales perfectly with higher end equipment, this truly is an immersive experience unique to Abyss.
Welcome to Diana DZ
The Latest Evolution
Expansive soundstage, natural timbre, infinitely scaling, with luxurious comfort. A headphone for the audio connoisseur.
Explore the Features of Diana DZ
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Sling Headband
The sling headband brings a phenomenal upgrade to comfort and compatiblilty with a wide range of heads.
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Patented 63 mm Planar Driver
Custom DZ-tuned diaphragm delivers expansive soundstage and powerful bass response.
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Hybrid Ear Pads
A marriage of Lambskin leather pads with vegan Ultrasuede touch surface; the sound of leather with the comfort of suede.
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Violet Abalone Inlay
Exotic New Zealand abalone shells hand-inlaid for a bespoke, iridescent finish.
Thank you reviewers!
"..the new headband design with the “sling”. Gone are the hot zones on the top of your head and the weight now is perfectly spread out... I can listen to the DZ for hours without any discomfort."
Lieven
headphonia.com
"As far as other manufacturers; i think you have a lot of work to do to catch up on this."
Joshua Valor
youtube.com/@JoshuaValour
"Don't let the minute size and small form factor fool you. It is a proper flagship with flagship performance. The resolution is insane."
Koji
youtube@ConvinceMeAudio
"The Diana DZ soundstage is deeper, wider, and taller with a very clean and precise imaging experience. ...in terms of how holographic it sounds, particularly through the mids where the vocal emphasis is dropped slightly to enhance the perceived distance."
Marcus
headphonics.com
"Vocal cut-through and the ability to seem clear and extremely concise is one of the best in the industry. Simply put."
Joshua Valouryoutube@JoshuaValour
"...with the inclusion of a new pressure strap system just under the main headband. It’s a game changer for comfort if you have been a long-time user of this series of headphones."
Marcusheadphonics.com
"I'm very fortunate to say this headphone can really open up the stage and sound BIG when it needs to."
Kojiyoutube@ConvinceMeAudio
"So everything within your field is extremely precise... makes it really good for games and movies."
Joshua Valoryoutube.com/JoshuaValor
"The timbre of this headphone takes it over Utopia, over LCD-5, and over most other headphones in this category..."
Kojiyoutube@ConvinceMeAudio
Diana DZ Headphone Specifications
| Headphone Type | Open-back, over-ear, wired headphone |
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| Speaker Type | 63 mm planar magnetic drivers – DZ-tuned (ABYSS patented) |
| Impedance | 50 ohms |
| Sensitivity | 92 dB/mW |
| Frequency Response | 5 Hz – 65 kHz |
| Total Harmonic Distortion | ~0.05% THD (average) |
| Weight | 379 g (with stock ear pads) / 309 g (without) |
| Frame Material | Aircraft-grade aluminum with exotic inlays |
| Finish | Hybrid ceramic/polymer blend ratioed for high durability |
| Inlay Options | New Zealand abalone or carbon fiber Damascus, available in various colors |
| Headband | Premium lambskin leather with aluminum magnetic adjustment slider and SLING suspension strap |
| Ear Pads | ‘Pillow top’ hybrid pads in lambskin leather with vegan Ultrasuede contact surface; magnetically removable |
| Cable | 1.5 m stock ABYSS Diana OFC (oxygen-free copper) cable |
| Cable Options | Connectors: 3.5 mm, 6.3 mm (1/4"), 4-pin XLR, or 4.4 mm balanced. Lengths: 1.5–3.0 m |
| Case | Heather grey custom ABYSS hard-shell carry case with velvet-lined interior |
| Upgrade Options | Compatible with all DIANA series ear pads and cables; Superconductor HP cable optional |
| Warranty | 10-year private warranty (industry leading) |
| Recommended Power | 1 W minimum, 1.5–3 W optimal |
| Made In | USA – fully engineered, designed, manufactured, and assembled in-house |
| Vegan Friendly | Optional (Ultrasuede ear pads and headband available) |
A DECADE OF DEVELOPMENT
Years of refinement steeping 4 models through time, now our latest masterpiece Diana DZ. Exotic Abalone inlays, precision machined aluminum with a premium ceramic polymer finish and audiophile grade sound second to none.
2015 - Diana V1
Upon release, setting a new standard for planar magnetic headphones. Incredibly resolving, ultra durable, a fitment much easier to handle than the 1266; it disrupted the market in the best way possible.
2019 - Diana Phi
Learning from our first release, the Diana Phi had measured improvements in every category. Even more resolving and comfortable, it showed how easy it could be for an audiophile to really hear their music.
2021 - Diana TC
The TC driver was an unrelating resolution monster that brings everything from your equipment to the forefront. And with the new ear pad design, we are getting closer to a universal fitting headphone. The custom color shop was also hugely popular.