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Abyss Headphones AB1266 Phi TC Headphones - Over/On Ear Probably doesn't need much introduction and maybe a regrettable sale in the future, but here it is. Selling my AB1266 Phi TC, I am the first owner and used it sparingly when I want a listening experience. Comes with the box, pouch, 4pin XLR stock cable and I will throw in a Forza Audio Noir Hybrid 4pin XLR for better ergonomics. Can ship at buyer's cost, I have the orginial shipping boxes Condition: Very Good Payment Method: PayID, EFT, Cash Region/State: (NSW) New South Wales/Australia By jchoi 1 Comments Secure Ad AUD $4,200 Date: Feb
The AB-1266 Phi TC is a flagship, cult-favorite planar that sits at the extreme end of performance, but the A$4,200 ask is only fair-to-good, not a standout bargain, against recent used evidence. Comparable used sales around A$6,500 equivalent from a A$10,280 RRP listing, plus a recent A$6,300 equivalent sale at A$4,200 USD, suggest this price is materially below the usual used market but not so low that it screams misprice.
That makes it a buying opportunity if the fit works for you: the 1266 is prized for huge scale, explosive dynamics, and very high resolution, and buyers often pay up because it is one of the most distinctive top-tier headphones around. A very good condition unit is especially appealing here; just verify the usual Abyss essentials are present—headband, pads, cable, and that the adjustment hardware is smooth—since those matter more than cosmetic nicks on this model.
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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