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This is a Kennerton Audio M2 Series closed back headset made in St. Petersburg Russia. The weight of this headset is 430 grams. The Ohms processing is set at 30-32 Ohms. Drivers are 40mm Bio-cellulose/paper diaphragms.Buy with confidence from a brick and mortar store in business since 1994!Shipping CONUS
I can't confidently benchmark this listing because the model designation "M2 Studio" doesn't match Kennerton's current lineup in the search results. Kennerton makes the M12s (a closed-back studio monitor at USD $579 new), but there's no M2 model documented here. The impedance spec (30–32 Ohms) aligns with Kennerton's typical output, yet without confirming the exact model, the USD $279 asking price is hard to assess fairly—it could be a steal or a red flag depending on what you're actually getting.
Before committing, verify the exact model number and year of manufacture directly with the seller, since Kennerton's product naming can be region-specific or discontinued. Request photos of the driver condition and test the headphones for channel balance, driver responsiveness, and any crackling or distortion at moderate volumes. Confirm that the original OFC cable with gold-plated connectors is included and functional, as replacement cables for Kennerton gear aren't trivial to source. If the unit is more than five years old, ask about any prior repair history.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Kennerton Audio Equipment emerged as a luxury offshoot of Fischer Audio around 2014, rooted in St. Petersburg, Russia, where its design and manufacturing heritage continues. Professionals from Fischer Audio founded the brand with a singular focus on delivering high-end sound quality, drawing on Russian engineering prowess to pioneer innovations like the world's first semi-circular magnet array in planar magnetic headphones, as seen in models such as the Rögnir. This boutique operation emphasizes meticulous craftsmanship, sourcing premium woods for earcups from Russia, the USA, Japan, and beyond, while assembling headbands locally.
The brand concentrates exclusively on premium headphones, spanning closed-back designs like the Magni and Magister, and open-back flagships such as the Wodan, which commands €2222 for its patent-pending magnetic structures that minimize resonances and unify field distribution across frequencies. Kennerton avoids diversification into amplifiers, speakers, DACs, or cables, instead honing in on full-size planar models that prioritize low-distortion clarity and optimized sound wave patterns.
Kennerton holds a niche position as a high-end boutique specialist in the audiophile market, appealing to discerning buyers seeking exceptional planar performance over mass-market accessibility. Reviews praise its immaculate soundstaging and build, justifying premium pricing, though limited availability underscores its cult status among headphone enthusiasts rather than broad mainstream appeal.[152 words]
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