Beyerdynamic Xelento Wireless (Gen 2) Audiophile In-Ear Bluetooth Headphones

About: Beyerdynamic Xelento Wireless (Gen 2) Audiophile In-Ear Bluetooth Headphones

XELENTO wireless is a unique piece of jewellery that embodies the finest audiophile standards and unique craftsmanship – handmade in Heilbronn, Germany. Thanks to the miniaturised Tesla technology, you will discover your music in all its radiance. Experience the full richness of facets with incomparable precision and depth. Indulge yourself in a first-class sound experience wherever you are.

• TESLA.11 drivers for highest efficiency and best sound (Hi-Res Audio & Hi-Res Audio wireless certified)
• Elegant, ergonomic design, handcrafted in Germany, with 24 ct real gold logo, gold-plated connectors and silver-plated cables
• Bluetooth 5.2 neckband with latest codecs (LHDC, Qualcomm aptX HD and aptX Adaptive)
• Integrated D/A converter with amplifier, remote control and microphone in the neckband
• Comprehensive scope of delivery: 3.5 mm jack cable with remote control and hands-free microphone, 10-piece set of perfectly matched ear moulds

UNRIVALLED SOUND EXPERIENCE​​​​​​​

Experience exceptional, high-resolution sound with XELENTO wireless (2nd generation). The beyerdynamic Tesla technology comes into use in its most delicate version: The unique heart, the TESLA.11 driver, ensures the highest level of detail and incomparable auditory spaciousness and depth in your music – get yourself inspired by the unique sound profile of XELENTO.

THE TESLA.11 DRIVER

The TESLA.11 driver was specially designed to provide full hi-fi enjoyment even in its compact design. The 11 millimeter dynamic one-way driver impressively demonstrates how acoustic expertise, engineering and craftsmanship fuse together.

HANDCRAFTED ​​​​​​​IN GERMANY

XELENTO wireless is carefully handcrafted directly at beyerdynamic’s headquarters in Heilbronn, Germany. With the greatest precision and unyielding quality standards, this acoustic masterpiece is created combining the highest craftsmanship and heart and soul.

PRECISE CRAFTSMANSHIP

Sophisticated design and a careful choice of materials emphasise the high quality standards of XELENTO. For an outstanding sound experience, only gold-plated pugs and silver-plated cables are used. As a special eye-catcher, the shiny front of the housing is adorned with real gold – handcrafted from 24 carat gold and applied using a high-precision technical process.

AUDIOPHILE WIRELESS SOUND TECHNOLOGY

As Hi-Res Audio and Hi-Res Audio wireless certified headphones, you can enjoy the full resolution of your audio files on mobile devices such as your smartphone, even via Bluetooth 5.2. Thanks to the additional Enhancement Mode, nothing stands in the way of wireless hi-fi enjoyment. This is made possible by an added digital-to-analogue converter and amplifier from specialist AKM. Last but not least, the latest codecs such as LHDC, Qualcomm aptX HD and aptX Adaptive ensure that high-resolution audio quality is also possible wirelessly – whether on Android, iOS, Windows, or Mac.

EXCELLENCE IN ERGONOMICS AND DESIGN

Indulge in a sophisticated ergonomic design with natural wearing comfort and unforgettable sound moments. The discreet cable routing behind the ear enables an even more comfortable wearing experience while reliably preventing irritating cable noise. Specially designed for XELENTO, seven pairs of silicone eartips allow for individual fit and highest acoustic performance. For high sound isolation, the series also includes a set of Comply memory foam eartips in three sizes.

MOBILE FLEXIBILITY – MORE THAN MUSIC

Look forward to experiencing music in full brilliance – no matter if you are at home or on the go. Thanks to IPX4 certification, your XELENTO is also protected from water. With the universal 3-button remote control and a high-quality microphone in the neckband, XELENTO offers the vast functionality of a wireless in-ear headset.

This gives you all the options to make calls, video conferencing and use with voice assistants on your smartphone. With a battery life of up to 14 hours, you are prepared for any situation.

VIA BLUETOOTH OR WITH CABLE

Thanks to the MMCX connector system and the extensive scope of delivery, a wide range of configurability options are available. Should you prefer to enjoy your music via cable, the Bluetooth neckband of XELENTO wireless is detachable. In an instant, thanks to the included jack cable with remote control, the wireless model becomes a wired model.

MIY APP WITH SOUND PERSONALISATION

The innovative MIY app in combination with the XELENTO wireless takes personalisation to the next level. Take a two-minute hearing test within the app to customise your sound to your hearing ability: with MOSAYC – Attention to Detail with Mimi Sound Personalization. With the MIY app, you can also individualise the settings of your headphones and keep them always up to date with the latest technology.

Specifications

• Earphone
  • Transducers - 1-way, dynamic (beyerdynamic TESLA.11)
  • Acoustic design - Closed
  • Frequency range - 10 – 50,000 Hz
  • Sound coupling to the ear - In-ear
  • Ambient noise attenuation - 22 dBA at 1 kHz
  • Nominal impedance - 16 Ω
  • Nominal sound pressure level - 114 dB at 1 mW
  • Nominal power handling capacity - 200 mW
  • Max. sound pressure level - 134 dB SPL
  • T.H.D. - < 0.02% at 1 kHz
  • Connection - MMCX (female)
  • Protection class - IPX4
  • Weight (without cable) - 8 g
  • Hi-Res Audio certified - Yes
• Connecting cable, jack
  • Cable length - 1.30 m
  • Conductor material - Copper, silver-plated
  • Connection (headphone) - MMCX (male)
  • Remote control - 3-button, universal with microphone
  • Microphone type - MEMS analogue, omnidirectional
  • Connection (player) - Mini jack (3.5 mm), 4-pole (pinouts: CTIA)
  • Protection class - IPX4
• Bluetooth receiver
  • Bluetooth version - 5.2
  • Frequency response - 2.400 – 2.4835 GHz
  • Transmission power - 10 dBm (Class 1)
  • Range - 10 m
  • Supported profiles - HSP 1.2, HFP 1.7.1, A2DP 1.3.1, AVRCP 1.6, AVCTP 1.4, AVDTP 1.3, SPP 1.2, Device ID 1.3, RFCOMM1.2, GAVDP 1.3
  • Number of paired devices - max. 8
  • Multipoint - Supported (max. 2 devices at the same time)
  • Compatible with Bluetooth players - Version 4.0 or higher (A2DP and HFP profiles required)
  • Firmware update possible - Yes (via MIY app)
  • Bluetooth operation during charging - Yes
  • Cable length - 0.99 m (from end to end)
  • Supported codecs - LHDC, Qualcomm aptX HD, aptX Adaptive, aptX, AAC, SBC
  • Volume steps - Music = 32, phone calls = 16
  • Compliant with EN 50332 - Yes
  • Hi-Res Audio wireless certified - Yes
  • DAC/headphone amplifier - AKM4377A
  • Remote control - 3-button, universal with microphone
  • Microphone type - MEMS digital, omnidirectional
  • Speech enhancement - Qualcomm cVc (8th gen.), 1 mic
  • Conductor material of the cables - Copper, silver-plated
  • Digital interface - USB-C (female)
  • Connection (headphone) - MMCX (male)
  • Apple MFi - Yes
  • Google Fast Pair - Yes
  • Amazon Alexa built-in - Yes
  • Battery type - Lithium-Ion, 125 mAh
  • Battery runtime (Enhancement Mode off) - up to 14:00 hrs.
  • Battery runtime (Enhancement Mode on) - up to 9:30 hrs.
  • Charging time - 1:40 hrs.
  • Max. charging voltage - 4.35 V
  • Max. charging current - 105 mA
  • USB version - USB 2.0 Full Speed
  • USB audio - Class 1
  • USB audio supported to - 24 Bit / 96 kHz
  • Compatible with players with - USB version 2.0 / ​USB audio class 1
  • Operating temperature range - -10 to +60 °C
  • Charging temperature range - 0 to +45 °C
  • Protection class - IPX4
  • Weight - 22 g
• USB cable
  • Type - USB-A (straight) to USB-C (angled)
  • Length - 1.0 m
• Hard case
  • Dimensions W x H x D - 70 x 134 x 24 mm

What's Included

• Silicone eartips in 7 sizes (XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL, XXXL)
• Comply Memory Foam Eartips (type Tx-500), Sizes S, M, L
• Bluetooth neckband receiver with USB-C cable.
• Connecting cable with remote control, 4-pole mini jack (3.5 mm)
• Cable clips (2 pcs.)
• Spare cerumen protective grids
• Microfibre cleaning cloth
• Hard case
• Quick start guide and compliance booklet