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At USD2,499, this Abyss Diana TC listing looks like a solid bargain against the typical used market, where clean pairs usually trade in the USD3,500–4,200 range—well below the USD4,495 new price that defined its flagship status. I've seen motivated sellers dip into the high USD2,000s for quick flips, but anything under USD3,000 demands a close look if the pads and cosmetics hold up.
Buyers should verify the earpad condition first—those leather surrounds wear fast and affect seal, bass slam, and comfort, often needing a USD200–300 refresh after a year or two. Confirm the original Silver Dragon cable and magnetic headband are included, as replacements aren't cheap, and check for driver symmetry by testing both sides with a frequency sweep to rule out planar imbalances.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Abyss Headphones emerged from the innovative mind of Joe Skubinski, founder of high-end cable maker JPS Labs in 1990. Drawing on his expertise in signal integrity, Skubinski launched Abyss in Buffalo, New York, USA, with the debut of the AB-1266 in the early 2010s. This pioneering planar magnetic headphone featured a distinctive large rectangular frame and strict in-house manufacturing control, allowing relentless refinement of designs from their New York facility.
The brand focuses exclusively on luxury headphones, leveraging patented planar magnetic technology for exceptional clarity, soundstage, and minimal distortion. Iconic models include the flagship AB-1266 Phi TC, the more compact Diana series, and the recent JOAL addition in 2024. Crafted with premium materials like solid aluminum frames, lambskin leather, and Italian Alcantara, Abyss prioritizes precision engineering over ancillary products such as amplifiers or cables.
Positioned firmly in the ultra-high-end boutique market, Abyss commands reverence among discerning audiophiles for redefining personal audio boundaries. Handmade in the USA with uncompromising quality, their headphones deliver coherent, distortion-free performance that justifies premium pricing, earning a reputation as the pinnacle of luxury hi-fi listening.
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