Audiophile Sound Hits Your Ears: New Gaming Headset

ASUS ROG has introduced the Kithara gaming headset, a device designed to bring "audiophile-grade sound" to the gaming world through a collaboration with audio specialist HiFiMan. This marks ROG's first open-back planar magnetic gaming headset, engineered for users who prioritize absolute clarity, precision, and realism in their audio experience.

The headset features 100mm planar magnetic drivers specifically tuned for gaming, ensuring a wide frequency response and minimal distortion. This detailed audio reproduction allows for subtle positional cues, such as footsteps and movement, to remain distinct even during intense gameplay.

The Kithara's open-back design contributes to clear separation of sound frequencies, making it suitable for both gaming and music listening. It includes a full-band boom microphone with a high signal-to-noise ratio and separate signal paths to reduce crosstalk.

Designed for versatility, the ROG Kithara supports various connection types with a balanced headphone cable featuring swappable plugs (3.5mm, 4.4mm, 6.3mm) and includes a USB-C to dual 3.5mm adapter. Comfort is addressed with a metal frame, adjustable fit, a multi-layer padded headband, and interchangeable ear cushions. The ROG Kithara gaming headset is available now and priced at $300.