Zildjian ALCHEM-E Perfect Tune Headphones

When it comes to percussion and sound quality you already know you are in safe hands with Zildjian. The ALCHEM-E Perfect Tune headphones are designed for both drummers and music lovers who want high quality sound and reliable performance. They combine elegant looks, strong build quality and a feature set list as good as Dave Grohls. The design feels premium, with smooth finishes available in colours such as black, midnight blue (truly gorgeous) and sandstorm white. The metal detailing adds a professional touch, and the overall build feels sturdy without being too bulky.

The headphones use 40 mm dynamic drivers that deliver a frequency range of roughly 7 Hz to 22 kHz. This means you get powerful bass, balanced mids and crisp treble. They connect wirelessly using Bluetooth 5.3, but you can also use them wired through the included six-foot cable and quarter inch adapter. The Active Noise Cancellation system has two modes. One is a standard full isolation mode for blocking outside noise, and the other is a Play Along mode that provides 50% drum dampening, allowing drummers hear their kit while still listening to backing tracks. This feature makes the headphones ideal for practice or studio sessions.

Battery life is one of the biggest strengths of the ALCHEM-E Perfect Tune, offering up to around 45 hours of use with ANC switched on. Comfort is supported by replaceable ear pads and a cushioned headband, which helps extend the lifespan of the headphones. Through the Zildjian companion app, users can activate Perfect Tune by taking a quick hearing test for each ear and enjoying their audio with fine-tuned sound for their own hearing.

The sound itself is simply delicious, with rich, clear and well-balanced tones. The bass feels strong but controlled, the mids are warm and vocals sound natural. High frequencies are detailed and particularly well handled, which suits Zildjian’s heritage in cymbal making. The only things I could find to pick at is all that tech and premium materials means they can feel slightly heavy over long periods, they support SBC and AAC codecs although not aptX and LDAC, the Perfect Tune compensates by optimizing sound in real time, making high-resolution codecs unnecessary for most users.

Overall, the Zildjian ALCHEM-E Perfect Tune headphones are an impressive choice for anyone who values personal sound control, long battery life and effective noise cancellation. RRP $399.95

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