Introducing the KSE1500
Electrostatic Earphone System.
Experience a premium listening environment anywhere.
Whether you’re on an international flight or an undisturbed mountaintop, your ears will be enveloped by luxurious audio in a sleek system designed for the most discerning audiophile.
Featuring unprecedented Sound Isolating™ electrostatic earphones and a matched digital-to-analog amplifier, the KSE1500 means that high-fidelity portable audio is at last a reality.
Simply luxurious sound, wherever you are.
See the KSE1500 in Action
The world’s first electrostatic
Sound Isolating earphones.
Electrostatic technology provides the fastest, most accurate transient response available. Until now, it has never been applied to Sound Isolating earphones.
Each earphone features a virtually weightless, massless diaphragm surrounded by an electrostatic field generated by back plates that manage charge oscillation. The result is unmatched clarity and detail with an extremely high correlation to the source audio.
Earphone Features
Breakthrough cable technology. Made of durable Kevlar™, all KSE1500 cables were painstakingly engineered to meet the particular needs of electrostatic technology in a portable form factor.
Exclusive pairing. With a 6-pin LEMO connector, the cable delivers the specific bias required by the electrostatic drivers. The earphones and amplifier create a unique system of components only compatible with one another.
True to the source. Electrostatic earphone technology delivers more accurate sound than dynamic or armature driver technologies.
Amplifier Features
Portability perfected. Sized comparably to your mobile device and durable enough for life on the go, the portable electrostatic amplifier makes great sound possible anywhere.
Easy control. Using just two simple touch points—the large, tactile top knob and side button—you can control all menu navigation.
High-resolution 24/96 ADC/DAC. Aligns with the exacting Japan Audio Society High-Resolution requirements for both analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog conversion.
Works with you. Rechargeable and compatible with your Mac, PC, iOS and Android devices.
Interface Features
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Easy monitoring of settings.
Clearly view input source, input level meter, battery level, output volume and EQ setting from the home screen.
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Five EQ presets loaded standard.
Flat, Low Boost, Vocal Boost, Loudness and De-ess presets offer easy access to the EQ settings you’ll most likely want to tweak. Or, enjoy pure analog audio in Bypass Mode, which bypasses digital processing.
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Detailed personal control.
Further refine your listening experience with four customizable EQ settings that allow you to shape and tune your music to suit your tone preferences.
Clearly view input source, input level meter, battery level, output volume and EQ setting from the home screen.
Five EQ presets loaded standard.Flat, Low Boost, Vocal Boost, Loudness and De-ess presets offer easy access to the EQ settings you’ll most likely want to tweak. Or, enjoy pure analog audio in Bypass Mode, which bypasses digital processing.
Detailed personal control.Further refine your listening experience with four customizable EQ settings that allow you to shape and tune your music to suit your tone preferences.
Included Accessories
The KSE1500 comes with a variety of cables, protective cases, adapters, and earphone sleeves for a customized listening experience, plus a wall charger, polishing cloth, and durable bands to secure the amplifier to your mobile device.
Specs
Overall
Bias Voltage
200 V DC
Output Voltage
±200 V, Max.
Output Current
≤1 mA
Noise Attenuation
≤37 dB
Operating Temperature Range
-18° to 57° C (0° to 135° F)
Earphones
Transducer Type
Electrostatic
Connector Type
LEMO Connector
Frequency Response
10 Hz to 50 kHz
Maximum SPL1 kHz at 3% THD
113 dB SPL
Net Weight
44.0 g (1.55 oz)
Amplifier
Bit Depth
16-Bit / 24-Bit
Sampling Rate
44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 kHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio
Up to 107 dB A-Weighted
Adjustable Gain Range
-40 dB to +60 dB
Limiter
Selectable Analog RMS Limiter
Equalizer
4-band Parametric
USB Input
USB Micro-B Receptacle
Line-In Input
3.5 mm (1/8")
Charging Requirements
USB-powered: 5 V / 0.5 A to 1 A
Housing
Black Anodized Aluminum
Net Weight
182.0 g (6.42oz)
Dimensions
111 mm H × 59 mm W × 21 mm D
Battery
Battery Type
Rechargeable Li-Ion
Nominal Voltage
3.6 V DC
Battery Life
Analog in (BYPASS EQ mode) up to 10 hours
USB Input Analog in (EQ mode) up to 7 hours
Battery Charging Temperature Range
0° to 45° C (32° to 113° F)