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ASUS ROG Kithara, the Brand’s First Open-Back Planar Magnetic Gaming Headset, Launches in U.S. for $299

The open-back, HIFIMAN-tuned planar design targets audiophile fidelity with gaming-focused spatial cues.

Overview

  • The wired headset is on sale now in the U.S. for $299.99 at Amazon, Best Buy, Newegg, and MicroCenter.
  • It uses 100mm planar magnetic drivers developed with HIFIMAN and is specified at 8 Hz–55 kHz in an open-back architecture.
  • A full-band MEMS boom microphone sits on the cable with a 20 Hz–20 kHz response and separate audio/mic paths to minimize crosstalk.
  • Connectivity includes swappable 4.4 mm balanced, 3.5 mm, and 6.3 mm plugs plus a USB-C to dual 3.5 mm adapter, with a low 16Ω impedance for easy drivability.
  • The build features a metal frame, eight-level adjustment, interchangeable ear cushions, and a 420 g weight, while UK availability remains unannounced and independent reviews are still forthcoming.