Cardas Audio A8 Earbuds 30th Anniversary Edition
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Cardas Audio A8 Earbuds 30th Anniversary Edition
What You Need to Know
Rich, Musical Sound in a Special Anniversary Design
The Cardas Audio A8 30th Anniversary Edition is a wired in-ear headphone made for people who want full, natural sound on the go. It gives music deep bass, clear voices, and smooth high notes without making the sound feel hard or tiring.
Its black-chrome finish marks Cardas Audio’s 30th anniversary. Inside, one large dynamic driver plays the full sound range, helping every part of the song feel joined together.
One Driver Keeps Music Together
A 10.85mm Ultra Linear dynamic driver handles the bass, middle, and treble. A dual-magnet design helps the driver move with control, so music can sound clear, strong, and lively.
Shaped by the Golden Ratio
The brass body follows a Golden Spiral curve. This shape is part of the Cardas design and helps control the space behind the driver. The solid body also gives the A8 a strong, lasting feel.
Deep Bass Without Harsh Highs
The A8 is tuned for a warm and musical sound. Bass reaches deep, voices sound clear, and high notes stay smooth. It is a good choice for long listening sessions and many kinds of music.
A Cardas Cable from End to End
The light cable uses 99.99% pure Litz copper. Its conductors wrap around a fiber center in a Golden Ratio pattern, which helps the cable stay flexible and resist tangles and pulling stress.
Made for Portable Listening
A standard 3.5mm plug works with many music players, headphone amplifiers, and compatible adapters. With a 32-ohm load and high sensitivity, the A8 is easy to enjoy from many portable sources.
Building Your System
Try each included ear tip and choose the one that seals your ear without too much pressure. A good seal gives you deeper bass, better sound balance, and stronger blocking of outside noise.
The A8 can play from many portable devices. If your phone has no headphone jack, add a USB-C or Lightning adapter with a built-in DAC. A portable headphone amp can also give you finer volume control.
Features & Specifications
10.85mm Dynamic Driver
One full-range driver gives music a smooth and connected sound.
Dual-Magnet Design
Helps the driver move with speed and control for clear, lively sound.
Black-Chrome Brass Body
Marks the 30th anniversary with a strong and polished design.
Golden Spiral Shape
Uses Cardas design ideas to help control sound inside each earpiece.
Pure Litz Copper Cable
A light, flexible cable uses 99.99% pure copper conductors.
Easy 3.5mm Connection
Plugs into many music players, headphone amps, and compatible adapters.
Specifications
· Type: Wired in-ear headphone
· Driver: 10.85mm Ultra Linear, Contour Field, dual-magnet dynamic driver
· Impedance and Sensitivity: 32 ohms; 110dB
· Isolation: Up to 20dB of passive noise reduction
· Cable: 46 in. (116cm) Golden Ratio Litz copper; 3.5mm TRS plug
· Weight: 31.2g including cable
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the A8 wireless?
No. The A8 is a wired in-ear headphone. It has no Bluetooth, battery, microphone, or active noise cancelling.
Will it work with my phone?
It will work with a phone that has a 3.5mm headphone jack. Other phones need a compatible USB-C or Lightning audio adapter.
Do I need a headphone amplifier?
Not always. The A8 is easy to drive from many portable sources, but a good headphone amp may give you better volume control.
Why does the ear-tip seal matter?
A secure seal improves bass, sound balance, comfort, and passive noise blocking. Try the included tip sizes to find the best fit.
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- Original George Cardas design
- Body machined from brass with Golden Spiral curves
- Spiral cable is extremely light, flexible, and strong
- Standard cable (single-ended, 3.5mm TRS) can be removed at the splitter/joiner and replaced with a cable to fit the balanced outputs of your headphone amp
- Driver Type: Ultra Linear Dynamic 10.85mm
- Connector Type: 1/8” TRS
- Cable: Golden ratio, 99.99% pure Litz copper
- Cable length: 46”/116cm
- Impedance: 32 ohms
- Sensitivity: 11 db
- Isolation: -2 db
- Weight: 31.2 grams including cable
- Manufacturer's limited warranty: 1 year, cosmetics 3 days
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