Product Description
- ROG-Tuned 100mm HIFIMAN planar magnetic drivers: Audiophile-grade fidelity across an ultra-wide 8Hz–55kHz frequency range with vivid detail and exceptionally low distortion.
- Open-back design: Spacious, natural soundstage with clear separation across bass, mids, and treble to enhance spatial awareness.
- On-cable full-band MEMS boom microphone: Accurate voice pickup with a wide 20Hz–20kHz response and high SNR for clean voice; dual 3.5mm input prevents crosstalk for uninterrupted communication.
- Broad compatibility and plug-and-play convenience: 4.4mm balanced plug included, plus 3.5mm and 6.3mm single-ended plugs, and a USB-C® adapter for seamless compatibility with DACs, amps, PCs, consoles, and mobile devices.
- Premium build for durability and comfort: Soft adjustable headband, robust metal frame and hinges, and sleek earcup with signature ROG elements.
- Personalized fit and acoustics: Interchangeable earcup cushions (leatherette with fabric, velour) for customizable comfort and sound.
- ROG Kithara gaming headset with ROG-Tuned 100mm HIFIMAN planar magnetic drivers, open-back architecture, full-band MEMS boom microphone, dual 3.5mm input, 4.4mm balanced, 3.5mm, 6.3mm single-ended plugs.
- Redefine to Transcend.
- ROG Kithara is built for gamers who demand true high-fidelity, audiophile-grade sound, powered by HIFIMAN’s leading acoustic technology.
- Its open-back acoustic design and ROG-customized HIFIMAN 100mm planar magnetic drivers deliver lifelike audio with sharp, precise detail.
- Engineered for competitive play, Kithara
- an integrated full-band MEMS microphone for clear in-game communication.
- A balanced headphone cable with swappable plugs, along with a USB-C® adapter, ensures uncompromised audio fidelity and broad compatibility across a wide range of devices..
- ROG teamed up with HIFIMAN, a leader in planar magnetic headphone technology, to deliver audiophile-grade sound for tactical in-game advantages.
- Combining ROG’s unrivaled expertise in competitive gaming and HIFIMAN’s advanced driver technology, the Kithara delivers high-precision, crystal-clear sound tuned to meet the intense demands of gameplay..
- ROG-Tuned 100mm HIFIMAN Planar Magnetic Drivers.
- Co-developed with HIFIMAN and ROG acoustic experts, along with power gamers, and refined through extensive listening tests, the drivers used in the Kithara are tuned for a balanced sound signature.
- Leveraging advanced magnet-diaphragm technology, the Kithara delivers HIFIMAN’s crisp, detailed mid-highs and enhanced bass to ensure every nuance on the battlefield is heard with clarity and precision..
- Crafted Open-Back Architecture.
- Positional awareness is critical in competitive gaming.
- ROG sound engineers conducted detailed acoustic evaluations to test angled textures, internal structures, and venting ratios during the development of Kithara.
- The resulting open-back earcup design delivers precise spatial awareness through a balance of form and functionality..
- General Closed-Back Headsets.
- Narrower Soundstage.
- Different sound sources tend to cluster closer together, making it harder to pinpoint precise locations..
- Open-Back ROG Kithara.
- Wider Soundstage.
- More accurate positional audio, excellent imaging, and a deeply immersive gaming experience..
- Ultrawide Soundstage for Precise Imaging.
- The open-back design creates an extremely spacious, dimensional soundstage compared to closed-back headsets.
- The design enhances separation across deep bass, mids, and treble to prevent low frequencies from masking critical cues – so you can clearly distinguish footsteps from explosions and react faster to every in-game movement..
- Full-Band MEMS Boom Microphone.
- Unlike traditional audiophile headphones that lack a microphone, the Kithara
- an on-cable, full-band MEMS boom mic for crystal-clear voice capture for seamless team comms even in the most intense battles.
- Compared to the standard ECM mics found in most gaming headsets, MEMS technology delivers an ultrawide 20Hz–20kHz response and higher SNR in a compact form—ensuring clear, natural voice pickup with minimal distortion..
- Separate Signal Inputs.
- The detachable cable with microphone uses dedicated wiring for the audio and microphone signals to effectively eliminate crosstalk, ensuring clean, uninterrupted communication..
- Broad Compatibility and Plug-and-Play Convenience.
- The Kithara’s versatility makes it ideal for audiophile or gaming setups.
- It
- a 3-in-1 cable with swappable 4.4mm balanced, 3.5mm, and 6.3mm single-ended plugs for high-fidelity playback across DACs, amplifiers, gaming consoles and PCs.
- The 4.4mm balanced connection enables higher output power with lower noise and crosstalk, unlocking cleaner and more detailed audio.
- A USB-C to dual 3.5 mm adapter is included for audiophile-grade sound on almost any device.
- In addition, the headset
- 3.5mm jacks on both left and right earcups, allowing users to use their preferred cables for customized sound..
- Premium Build for Durability and Comfort.
- Every aspect of the ROG Kithara is carefully tuned to deliver optimal user comfort and acoustic performance.
- Multiple prototypes were evaluated and tested on a dummy head inside an anechoic chamber to ensure that what looks good also sounds exceptional..
- Earcup Architecture with ROG aesthetics.
- The open-back design enhances airflow and reduces listening fatigue.
- Large oval earcups fit various ear shapes and sizes for long-lasting comfort, while the refined earcup angle balances clamping force and minimizes pressure against the jaw.
- A precision-crafted diamond-cut metal plate with ROG detailing completes the look..
- Soft, Extended Headband.
- The headband
- a three-layer design using leatherette, breathable mesh, and memory foam to provide lasting comfort and reduce pressure across the head.
- The extended length enhances stability and weight distribution to minimize pressure across the lower cheek during marathon gaming sessions..
- Sleek, Durable Metal Frame.
- The headband has eight adjustment levels and an aluminum hinge to ensure a secure, comfortable fit that accommodates different head shapes and sizes..
- Performance.
- Compatible products.
- PlayStation® 4PlayStation® 5Nintendo SwitchiPadXbox consoles via 3.5mm connection.
- Detachable cable.
- Yes.
- Cable colour.
- Black.
- Cable length. 1.8 m.
- Control type.
- Buttons, Rotary.
- Control unit type.
- In-line control unit.
- Volume control.
- Rotary.
- Operating keys.
- Mute.
- Product colour.
- Black.
- Headset type.
- Binaural.
- Recommended usage.
- Gaming.
- Wearing style.
- Head-band.
- Product type.
- Headset.
- Ports & interfaces.
- Frequency response (talk mode). 20 - 20000 Hz.
- Frequency response (music mode). 8 - 55000 Hz.
- Microphone in.
- Yes. 2x 3.5 mm connectors.
- Yes.
- Connectivity technology.
- Wired.
- Headphones.
- Driver unit. 10 cm.
- Number of drivers. 2.
- Impedance. 16 Ω.
- Headphone frequency. 8 - 55000 Hz.
- Ear coupling.
- Circumaural.
- Microphone.
- Microphone mute.
- Yes.
- Microphone connectivity. 3.5 mm.
- Number of microphones. 1.
- MEMS (Micro-Electro-Mechanical System) microphone.
- Yes.
- Detachable microphone.
- Yes.
- Microphone sensitivity. -36 dB.
- Microphone frequency. 20 - 20000 Hz.
- Microphone type.
- Boom.
- System requirements.
- Mobile operating systems supported.
- Android, iOS.
- Mac operating systems supported.
- Yes.
- Weight & dimensions.
- Weight. 420 g.
- Packaging data.
- Package height. 299 mm.
- Package depth. 123 mm.
- Package width. 206 mm.
- Packaging content.
- Cables included.
- Audio (3.5mm).
- Quick start guide.
- Yes.
- AC adapter included.
- No.
- General.
- Product family.
- ROG.
- Power.
- USB Type-C charging port.
- No.
- Technical details.
- Head-band cushion.
- Yes.
- Other
- .
- Packaging content. 1.8m Dual-3.5mm to Dual-3.5mm Boom Mic Cable1.8m Dual-3.5mm with 3-in-1 (3.5mm/6.3mm single-ended, 4.4mm balanced) plug cableUSB-C to Dual-3.5mm Adapter2 sets of Ear Cushion: 1 x Velour, 1 x Leatherette with Mesh FabricFrequency Response Measurement CardWarranty BookletQuick Start Guide. overview trailer
Specifications
| Brand Id | 1168 |
|---|---|
| Delivery Time | 3-5 working days |
| Delivery Cost | £0.00 |
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