Focal Listen Professional (2018)
A closed-back, over-ear wired studio headphone designed for sound engineers and music producers.
Overview
The Focal Listen Professional is a professional studio headphone released by French audio manufacturer Focal. Announced on March 26, 2018, at the NAMM show in California, it was designed for sound engineers and music producers seeking accurate monitoring in portable environments. The headphone features a closed-back circum-aural design for immersive sound isolation and includes a compact, rigid carrying case for transport. It has been discontinued but remains available through select retailers and secondhand markets.
Specifications
| Frequency Response | 5Hz - 22kHz |
| Impedance | 32 ohms (conflicting: 8 Ohms reported) |
| Sensitivity | 122 dB at 1kHz |
| Weight | 10 ounces |
| Warranty | 1 year |
| Original Price | $299.99 |
Design
The Focal Listen Professional features a closed-back circum-aural design with a black exterior and burgundy ear cups, giving it a distinctive appearance similar to the Clear Professional. It uses a driver with 100% Mylar suspension and a Mylar-titanium alloy cone, part of Focal’s exclusive cone technology. Designed for portability and professional use, it provides sound isolation and delivers sufficient volume in all situations due to its 32-ohm impedance.
Context
Announced at NAMM 2018 in California, the Listen Professional was positioned as a portable studio monitoring solution, targeting audio professionals who require reliable performance on the go.
Market
The Focal Listen Professional was originally priced at $299.99 and is now listed as discontinued by retailers such as audio46.com. While no longer in production, it has been observed for sale at prices as low as $189.99, indicating a decline in retail value.
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