Audeze MM-520 Open-Back Professional Headphones
Product Description
The Audeze MM-520 Open-Back Professional Headphones are purpose-built for recording, mixing, critical listening, and studio-grade audio production. Designed as a trusted reference tool for engineers, producers, and creators, the MM-520 combines Audeze’s advanced planar magnetic driver technology with precise low-end control, accurate midrange expression, and an open-back over-ear design that delivers spacious, natural sound. With refined acoustic engineering, SLAM™ acoustic management, Fluxor™ magnets, Fazor™ phase management, and Ultra-Thin Uniforce™ diaphragms, these professional studio headphones help mixes translate with confidence across playback systems.
Built for daily studio use, the MM-520 offers a balance of durability, comfort, and high-resolution performance. Upgraded memory foam earpads with magnetic attachment make long sessions more comfortable while simplifying cleaning and maintenance. Whether you are mixing in a treated studio, tracking on the go, or reviewing fine details in a production session, the Audeze MM-520 delivers the accuracy, speed, and clarity professionals need from open-back planar magnetic headphones.
Specifications
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Product Name: Audeze MM-520
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Product Type: Open-back professional headphones
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Style: Over-ear, circumaural, open-back
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Primary Use: Recording, mixing, deep listening, studio monitoring, and professional audio production
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Transducer Type: Planar magnetic
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Magnetic Structure: Fluxor™ magnet array
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Phase Management: Fazor™
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Acoustic Management: SLAM™
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Magnet Type: Neodymium N50
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Diaphragm Type: Ultra-Thin Uniforce™
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Transducer Size: 90 mm
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Maximum SPL: >130 dB
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Frequency Response: 5 Hz - 50 kHz
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Impedance: 18 ohms
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THD: <0.1% @ 100 dB SPL, 1 kHz
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Sensitivity: 102 dB/1 mW @ Drum Reference Point
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Minimum Power Requirement: >100 mW
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Maximum Power Handling: 5W RMS
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Weight: 555 g
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Shipping Weight: 6 lbs.
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Package Dimensions: 16 L x 14 H x 8 W in.
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Earpads: Upgraded memory foam earpads with magnetic attachment
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Included Headphone: MM-520 headphone
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Included Cable: 2.5 m / 8.2 ft headphone cable
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Included Adapter: 3.5 mm to 6.3 mm adapter
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Included Case: Standard travel case
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Included Carrying Bag: MM-Series soft carry bag
What It's Great At
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Professional Mixing Accuracy: Helps engineers make confident mix decisions with detailed, studio-focused sound reproduction.
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Critical Listening: Reveals low-end definition, midrange nuance, and subtle production details for analytical listening.
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Portable Studio Referencing: Provides a reliable open-back reference when working outside a traditional studio environment.
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Comfort During Long Sessions: Upgraded memory foam earpads support extended recording, editing, and mixing sessions.
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High-Resolution Planar Performance: Delivers fast transient response, wide frequency extension, and low distortion for professional audio work.
Expanded Key Features List
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Planar Magnetic Driver Technology: Delivers fast, detailed, low-distortion sound that helps reveal the fine details of a recording or mix.
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Open-Back Over-Ear Design: Creates a spacious, natural listening experience that supports critical monitoring and accurate spatial judgment.
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SLAM™ Acoustic Management: Enhances low-end definition and dynamic impact for tighter bass performance and improved mix translation.
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Fluxor™ Magnet Array: Uses advanced magnetic structure engineering to improve driver efficiency and deliver powerful, precise response.
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Fazor™ Phase Management: Helps control wave interaction for improved clarity, imaging, and overall frequency accuracy.
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Ultra-Thin Uniforce™ Diaphragm: Provides responsive, accurate movement for refined midrange detail and high-resolution sound reproduction.
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90 mm Transducers: Large planar drivers deliver extended frequency response, strong dynamics, and a full-range listening experience.
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5 Hz - 50 kHz Frequency Response: Offers ultra-wide frequency extension for deep bass, open highs, and detailed studio monitoring.
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Low Distortion Performance: Maintains clean playback with THD rated at less than 0.1% at 100 dB SPL, 1 kHz.
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Upgraded Memory Foam Earpads: Improves comfort for long production sessions while maintaining a secure over-ear fit.
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Magnetic Earpad Attachment: Makes earpad maintenance, cleaning, and replacement quick and convenient.
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Professional Accessory Package: Includes a headphone cable, adapter, travel case, and soft carry bag for studio and mobile workflows.
FAQ Section
Q: What are the Audeze MM-520 headphones designed for?
A: The MM-520 headphones are designed for professional recording, mixing, studio monitoring, deep listening, and reliable reference playback.
Q: Are the Audeze MM-520 headphones open-back or closed-back?
A: The MM-520 features an open-back, over-ear design that provides a spacious and natural listening experience for critical audio work.
Q: What type of drivers does the MM-520 use?
A: The MM-520 uses 90 mm planar magnetic drivers with Fluxor™ magnets, Fazor™ phase management, SLAM™ acoustic management, and Ultra-Thin Uniforce™ diaphragms.
Q: Is the MM-520 suitable for mixing?
A: Yes, the MM-520 is built as a professional mixing tool, offering accurate midrange expression, tight low-end definition, and detailed sound that helps mixes translate.
Q: What is the frequency response of the Audeze MM-520?
A: The MM-520 has a wide frequency response of 5 Hz - 50 kHz, giving it deep bass extension and highly detailed high-frequency reproduction.
Q: Are the earpads replaceable or easy to maintain?
A: The MM-520 uses upgraded memory foam earpads with magnetic attachment, making maintenance, cleaning, and replacement easier.
Q: What comes in the box with the MM-520?
A: The package includes the MM-520 headphone, a 2.5 m / 8.2 ft headphone cable, a 3.5 mm to 6.3 mm adapter, a standard travel case, and an MM-Series soft carry bag.
Q: How much power does the MM-520 require?
A: The MM-520 has a minimum power requirement of greater than 100 mW, an impedance of 18 ohms, and a maximum power handling rating of 5W RMS.
