{"product_id":"th2-closed-back-audiophile-headphones-with-vacuum-tube-preamp","title":"TH2 Headphones — PRESALE RESERVATION","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNOTICE: The TH2 is currently in production and not yet available for shipping. Reserve yours now and receive $100 off\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e— this special presale price ends once units are in stock. Shipping is expected to begin in early November.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TH2 is the second generation of écoute audio's portable vacuum tube hi-fi system — the same proven architecture as the TH1, refined in every dimension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike the TH1, the TH2 is built with a complete hi-fi signal chain inside: a dual-core high-resolution DAC, a real vacuum tube preamp stage, and true dual-mono amplification — fully independent channels from DAC to driver. No other headphone has been built this way and no other headphone sounds like this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhere conventional headphones eliminate key stages and components to save money and space by collapsing the entire chain into a single digital chip, the TH2 contains every stage of a full analog hi-fi system. A dual-core high-resolution DAC converts the digital signal. The real vacuum tube preamp shapes harmonic structure and microdynamic texture before amplification, just as in a reference-grade rack system. Two discrete amplifiers — left and right — complete the full dual-mono chain, keeping channels physically isolated from DAC to driver, eliminating inter-channel crosstalk and preserving the imaging and spatial depth of the recording.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is the sound of a full tube-based hi-fi system because architecturally, it is one. It's not just a portable headphone — it's a portable system. The same signal stages that define the sound of a serious home setup, in a headset you can take on the commute, to work, or on a flight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TH2 features a redesigned resonance chamber tuned for deeper bass and extended treble, improved tube stage shielding for a lower noise floor and better RF and microphonic isolation, and a refined ANC system with a more natural transparency mode. The solid aluminum billet chassis carries a hybrid suspension headband with three points of articulation, eliminating pressure points and providing stepless sizing adjustment for comfort across extended listening sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConstruction is modular. Ear pads and headband wraps are interchangeable, with a lambskin pad upgrade available. Available in three colorways: Charcoal, Nickel, and Gunmetal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TH2 connects via Bluetooth 5.3 with LDAC (24-bit\/96kHz, Android), AAC (Apple), USB-C lossless digital, and 3.5mm analog (passive or active). Active noise cancellation and transparency modes. Custom tunable 8-band parametric DSP via the écoute Tuning App — curves written to headset firmware and persistent across all inputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in three colorways: Charcoal, Nickel, and Gunmetal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIncluded: TH2 Headset, Storage Case, USBC Cable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReserve your TH2 today and save $100 — this special presale price ends once units are in stock. \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePayment is collected at checkout to reserve your unit, and shipping is expected to begin in early November.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/-fDVOoHMSVU?si=bKhe0PXdWDInV5aq\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFEATURES\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNoise Cancellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Active Hybrid Noise Cancellation (ANC) (FF + FB)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransparency mode\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVoice Assistant Compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Siri and Google Assistant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOn-Ear Controls:\u003c\/strong\u003e volume, track, telephonic control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMicrophone:\u003c\/strong\u003e Built-in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPEC\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePreamp:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nutube 6P1 Dual Triode Vacuum Tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAmplifier:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-Bias Class A\/B Dual-Mono Amplification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDAC:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-res 32-bit \/ 384 kHz capable Dual-core, Built-in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40mm Titanium-Coated Mylar\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency Response:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 Hz - 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