AIAIAI TMA-2 DJ XE Headphones
The TMA-2 DJ headphones from AIAIAI ... High-quality S02 drivers with 40mm speaker diaphragms, a rugged and comfortable H02 headband, E02 on-ear cups with PU leather cushions, and a C02 coiled black 1. 5m thermo plastic cable ... To this end, AIAIAI has an online configurator which tailors each pair of headphones to the customer’s specifications.
However, the idea is not only to create personalised headphones but also to ensure their sustainability. Instead of the user having to purchase a completely new pair of headphones if a defect occurs or if their application or sonic expectations change, AIAIAI offers its customers replacement, retrofit, and upgrade parts.
The TMA-2 DJ's target audience is already clear from the name, and AIAIAI has its sights on both professional DJs and discerning users in general here. Studio Headphones Construction: Closed-back, supra-aural, S02 MKII driver unit with bio-cellulose cone, Titanium-coated 40 mm driver, Frequency range: 20 - 20,000 Hz, Maximum power: 70 mW, Sound pressure level: 117 dB (SPL), Impedance: 32 Ohm, E02...
The TMA-2 DJ headphones are also designed with an internal vent that is tuned to provide a clear and punchy middle bass response. At the same time, this on-ear system delivers up to 117dB SPL, making it perfect for use in loud club environments. The Danish company AIAIAI was founded in 2006 and produces headphones exclusively.
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5 reviews from leading pro-audio publications
“The TMA-2 DJ XEs are a great pair of eco-friendly DJ headphones. The bio-diaphragm drivers are calibrated well for DJs primarily playing electronic/dance music, and strike a good balance between bass weight and mid-range clarity.”Read full review →
“... The TMA-2 modular concept is ... the two review configurations are pretty accurate. Overall, they are great for recording, DJing and general listening, though there are more suitable studio headphones for mixing and ...”Read full review →
“Again, they’re designed for DJing, so if you’re looking for headphones with a particular sound signature for long-term listening, these may not be for you – at the very least you’re going to want to research a bit more closely. For DJing, what we’re looking for is volume, isolation, and clear audio for beatmixing – the AIAIAI TMA-2 DJ XEs have all of these things.”Read full review →
“AIAIAI has been around since 2010 and aims to do things a little differently than the big players by manufacturing modular headphones. The AIAIAI TMA-2 DJ is ess...”Read full review →
“Though extremely lightweight and nimble, I think a foldable headband would have been a really nice touch for on the go DJs and musical creatives as it would make transporting this unit a tad easier. As the box does not come with a case of any kind, you’d be forced to either wear these, hold these or shove them in a bag with your other things if you want to bring them out. Read this next: SHERELLE'S Beautiful and AIAIAI launch free studio for Black and Queer artists · Nevertheless, what these headphones may ever-so-slightly lack in functionality, it makes up for in sound quality; I tested these headphones with a solid range of audiophile-loving genres like experimental jazz, ambience and psychedelic folk-rock before moving onto electronic music and found each layer, instrument and production effect to be crisp and defined.”Read full review →
