For the housings of the ATH-AWAS over-ear wooden headphones, we’ve selected the rare Asada Zakura (Japanese cherry) wood. Renowned for its use in high-end audio speakers due to its fine acoustic characteristics and durability, the striking red Asada Zakura suppresses unwanted resonance inside the earcups for clear, natural sound reproduction. The half-gloss finish, applied by hand, accentuates the wood’s gentle grain and warm beauty. Asada Zakura (Japanese cherry) housings, hand-finished with half-gloss, suppress unwanted resonance for clear, natural sound reproduction Exclusive 53 mm drivers with powerful magnetic circuitry deliver exceptional full-range audio Integrated pure-iron yoke improves transient response for accurate audio reproduction DLC (diamond-like carbon) coating applied to diaphragms to improve high-frequency response 6N-OFC (high-purity, oxygen-free copper) voice coil provides ideal signal transfer D.A.D.S. (Double Air Damping System) structure provides deep bass reproduction Two detachable 3.0 m (9.8') cables with A2DC (Audio Designed Detachable Coaxial) connectors at the headphones: one with a 6.3 mm (1/4") gold-plated stereo plug, the other with a 4-pin XLRM balanced connector Magnesium alloy headphone arm is angled to provide the best possible fit with excellent earcup seal Earpads and headband are made from smooth, synthetic leather for long-lasting comfort Japanese craftsmanship: all Audio-Technica wooden headphones are hand-assembled in Tokyo