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Astell&Kern, the name synonymous with premium high-resolution audio, and 64 Audio, a leader in cutting-edge in-ear monitor technology, have come together for the first time to create something extraordinary: XIO.<\/p>\n
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First previewed at the High End Show in Munich earlier this year, XIO will be available worldwide in August 2025 through authorised Astell&Kern dealers at $3,000. More than just a flagship in-ear monitor (IEM), XIO redefines what personal audio can be\u2014merging precision engineering with artistry to sculpt sound into a deeply immersive experience.<\/p>\n
Meticulous Engineering Inside and Out<\/strong> This configuration delivers a stunning balance of frequencies, creating a vast, lifelike soundstage.<\/p>\n Key technologies include: \u25cf Balanced Armature Manifold: Seven drivers tuned for midrange clarity and rich textures.<\/p>\n \u25cf TRUE ISOBARIC Dual-Dynamic Bass: Dual dynamic drivers in an acoustically neutral chamber generate bass with density and authority rarely achieved in IEMs.<\/p>\n XIO also incorporates 64 Audio\u2019s patented apex\u00ae venting system, which relieves air pressure in the ear canal, minimising fatigue while enhancing the sense of space. Meanwhile, LID (Linear Impedance Design) ensures a stable sound signature, regardless of the source device.<\/p>\n Artistry Meets Acoustics<\/strong> Completing the package is a silver-plated UP-OCC copper Litz cable. With its cross-braided structure and ultra-low impedance, it ensures transparent, distortion-free transmission while complementing the IEM\u2019s premium aesthetic.<\/p>\n Handcrafted in the USA<\/strong> From its bold design to its innovative acoustic engineering, XIO sets a new benchmark in high-end IEMs\u2014a true fusion of technical mastery and musical artistry.<\/p>\n Availability<\/strong> Find out more here.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Astell&Kern, the name synonymous with premium high-resolution audio, and 64 Audio, a leader in cutting-edge in-ear monitor technology, have come together for the first time to create something extraordinary: XIO. First previewed at the High End Show in Munich earlier this year, XIO will be available worldwide in August 2025 through authorised Astell&Kern dealers at […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":39997,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"sfsi_plus_gutenberg_text_before_share":"","sfsi_plus_gutenberg_show_text_before_share":"","sfsi_plus_gutenberg_icon_type":"","sfsi_plus_gutenberg_icon_alignemt":"","sfsi_plus_gutenburg_max_per_row":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[19],"tags":[3978,3979,867],"class_list":{"0":"post-39990","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-news","8":"tag-64-audio","9":"tag-astellkern-and-64-audio-xio","10":"tag-astellkern"},"yoast_head":"\n
\nAt the heart of XIO is a 10-driver hybrid system paired with a 4-way passive crossover.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/XIO-2-300x300.png\")
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\n\u25cf tia\u00ae Waveguide: Eliminates sound tubes to reduce distortion, producing airy, delicate highs.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/XIO-3-300x164.png\")
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\nXIO isn\u2019t just about performance\u2014it\u2019s designed as an audio art piece. Its housing is crafted from precision-milled 904L stainless steel, finished with a striking black Diamond-Like Carbon (DLC) coating for durability and elegance. The sculpted faceplate reflects Astell&Kern\u2019s design DNA, balancing depth, light, and shadow in a form that feels as luxurious as it sounds.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/XIO-6-300x175.png\")
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\nEach pair of XIO is meticulously assembled in the United States by 64 Audio\u2019s expert engineers, using globally sourced premium components.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/nxtmag.tech\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/20250716142631_d3ffa971-56ce-4a23-9cb2-e598bc5abffb-300x163.jpg\")
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\nThe Astell&Kern x 64 Audio XIO will be available in August 2025 through authorised dealers worldwide for $3,000.<\/p>\n