{"product_id":"aune-ar5000-mk2","title":"Aune AR5000 MK2","description":"\u003ch1 style=\"color: #cc0000;\"\u003ePre-Order: Delayed in Customs, Ships in 7-10 Days\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Aune AR5000 MK2 is a full-size, open-back dynamic headphone that refines the acoustic foundation of the original AR5000. It pairs a 50 mm Multi-Layer Distributed (MLD) driver with Aune's large-tilt-angle acoustic structure to deliver a wide, natural soundstage and a balanced, reference-grade tonality. A rebuilt all-metal headband addresses the durability of the previous generation while keeping the headphone light and comfortable for long listening sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eType and Technology\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AR5000 MK2 is an over-ear, open-back headphone built around a 50 mm dynamic driver with an MLD (Multi-Layer Distributed) diaphragm. The layered diaphragm balances rigidity and damping to suppress break-up common to large-diameter drivers, lowering distortion across the range. For the MK2, Aune further optimized the diaphragm material and surface treatment, and reworked the internal airflow path and magnetic circuit to improve linearity and effective excursion. The signature large-tilt-angle driver panel, paired with angled earpads, creates the acoustic geometry behind the headphone's spacious presentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSound Character\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tuning is neutral-to-warm, full-bodied, and non-fatiguing. Compared with the first generation, the MK2 extends both sub-bass and ultra-high frequencies while smoothing the mid-to-high transition, giving deeper, more authoritative bass and clearer, airier treble. The open-back design and high-tilt driver layout produce a broad, immersive soundstage with natural imaging, making it well suited to orchestral, acoustic, and any material where space and separation matter, while remaining versatile across jazz, rock, and electronic genres.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuild and Comfort\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe headband assembly has been upgraded to an all-metal construction for greater rigidity and long-term durability. The earpieces keep Aune's CNC-machined curves in a delicate champagne gold finish. Ergonomics carry over from the well-regarded original: an optimized headband curvature and a concentric-circle fitting system distribute pressure evenly, and the breathable, slow-rebound memory-foam earpads fully enclose the ear for fatigue-free extended listening. The headphone ships with a detachable Litz cable using high-purity oxygen-free copper conductors and an interchangeable-plug system supporting 3.5 mm single-ended, 6.35 mm single-ended, and 4.4 mm balanced connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBest For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eListeners who want a comfortable, easy-to-drive open-back for long, detailed sessions across a wide range of music. At 28 ohms it runs well from a phone or a portable DAC, yet scales with better source gear. Pair it with a dedicated headphone amplifier to hear it at its best; browse options in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/amplifiers\"\u003eamplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAune AR5000 MK2 open-back headphones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetachable Litz OFC cable with interchangeable plug system (3.5 mm, 6.35 mm, 4.4 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDocumentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: exact accessory contents may vary by region; confirm with your distributor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOver-ear, open-back\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDriver\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e50 mm dynamic, MLD (Multi-Layer Distributed) diaphragm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFrequency Response\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5 Hz - 43,500 Hz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNominal Impedance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e28 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSensitivity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e112 dB SPL\/Vrms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTHD\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u0026lt; 0.03% (at 1 kHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCable\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDetachable Litz OFC, interchangeable plugs (3.5 mm \/ 6.35 mm \/ 4.4 mm)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChampagne gold \/ silver-toned\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApprox. 1 kg (shipping); headphone approx. 365 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat Reviewers Say\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBad Guy Good Audio Reviews gives hands-on impressions of the Aune AR5000 MK2, examining its detail retrieval, soundstage, and build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"position:relative;padding-bottom:56.25%;height:0;overflow:hidden;\"\u003e\u003ciframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;width:100%;height:100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube-nocookie.com\/embed\/EA4M9JJcIwc\" title=\"Bad Guy Good Audio Reviews reviews Aune AR5000 MK2\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; encrypted-media; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Aune Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53604366876951,"sku":null,"price":339.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0213\/4262\/files\/1776656184989_AR5000-MK2-2560-EN_06_grande_8926ea6f-9007-4800-904e-50b7c251a024.jpg?v=1782936396","url":"https:\/\/www.mimic-audio.com\/products\/aune-ar5000-mk2","provider":"Mimic-Audio","version":"1.0","type":"link"}