KEF

Headphone Series

Together with KEF, the renowned British manufacturer of high-end audio products, we have developed a range of headphones that combines our studio’s design language with KEF’s audio expertise. For decades, KEF has been synonymous with innovation in loudspeaker development and the pursuit of the most natural and uncoloured sound reproduction possible. This philosophy also forms the basis for the M500 and the M200. The result is two pairs of headphones that combine precise acoustics, high-quality materials and a distinctive design language to create a holistic product experience.
Client
KEF
Project
Headphone Series
Year
2015
Name
M500
M200
Services
Product Design

Award winning design meets extraordinary sounds

The design of both, the over-ear and in-ear hi-fi-headphones follow the same philosophy: quality engineering in combination with perfect ergonomics to enhance the pleasure of pure sound.

M500 Over-Ear Hi-Fi Headphones

The design approach of the M500 is as simple as it is clever. The metal hinge, milled from a solid block, is carried through in the design and forms a continuous surface that wraps around the entire ear. The inner section of this shape is hollowed out and filled by the black leather-upholstered ear cup, complete with its integrated technical components. The ear cup appears to penetrate the metal frame, thereby forming the functional core within the supporting structure.

This creates a clean and clear design language in which the individual elements are precisely separated from one another yet still form a harmonious whole. The leather-covered ear cup is mounted freely at the centre of the metal headband and can move flexibly, allowing it to adapt perfectly to the individual shape of the ear and ensuring a high level of comfort.

For use on the move, the hinge can also be folded in. This allows the entire headphone to be folded up compactly and stowed away to save space.

The M500 headphones are fitted with 40 mm neodymium drivers which, in combination with a high-quality CCAW voice coil, ensure precise and dynamic sound reproduction.

The high-performance driver system produces a powerful, musical sound with clearly defined treble, balanced mid-range and clean, controlled bass. This results in a detailed listening experience that authentically conveys both the energy of modern productions and the subtle nuances of sophisticated recordings.

The M500 won the Red Dot Design Award shortly after its market launch. The award highlights the product’s high design standards and confirms its successful combination of form, function and user comfort.

M200 In-Ear Headphones

The M200 headphones deliver astonishingly clear high-resolution sound quality on the go, offering a detailed and balanced listening experience. Thanks to their ergonomically optimised design, the earbuds sit particularly comfortably and securely in the ear, even during prolonged use.

The soft silicone tips mould precisely to the ear canal and provide a reliable acoustic seal against external noise. This effectively reduces distracting ambient noise, whilst ensuring that even the subtlest nuances of sound are reproduced.

As well as their impressive audio performance, the M200 also impresses with its well-thought-out, high-quality design. The M200 was awarded the prestigious Red Dot Design Award for its successful combination of aesthetics, comfort and functionality.

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