Teufel launches Aureol Real headphones

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Posted on 19 Feb 2013 at 10:53, by Tom Morgan

Teufel has launched a new pair of headphones designed for discerning music fans who want to enjoy their albums on the go as well as at home. The Aureol Real headphones are the German speaker specialists' first open-backed set, which is powered by 44mm Neodym magnet drivers.

Teufel claims the Aureol Real is capable of a 20-22,000Hz frequency range, with 50 Ohm impedance and a 102dB sensitivity that means it "dissolves well and handles fine details expertly to create a wide sound stage", but "deliberately avoids exaggerated bass lows" that are commonly found in over-ear headphones from the likes of Beats by Dre.

Weighing just 185g and with velvet pads covering the ear cups, the headset should be comfortable to wear for long periods without having to take a break. It comes with two separate audio cables, which detach from the right ear cup - a 1.3m cable ends in a 3.5mm stereo mini-jack, for on-the-go listening connected to a smartphone, tablet or MP3 player, while the 3m cable ends in a 6.3mm stereo jack for at-home listening through a dedicated Hi-Fi. Finally, a carry case is included to keep the headphones safe when they aren't on your head.

Available in either black or white, the Aureol Real headphones are on sale now for £79.99 from Teufel's UK website. We'll be taking a closer look at the set as soon as we get one into the office.

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User comments

Definitely worth trying even if only available online

I took a chance a couple of weeks ago and bought a pair of these headphones from Teufel. They're not available in shops in the UK but only direct from the manufacturers website. Ordered on a Sunday morning and then delivered three days later. The h/phones come beautifully packaged and are really well made although very light.
Sound quality is amazing connected to my Iphone. Considerably better than similary priced Sennheisers! They sit comfortably around your ears but as they are open back they don't totally isolate the wearer. The tone response seems fairly even without sounding too bassy or shrill. Detail that becomes lost on other headphones is brought out by the Teufels.
Headphone comfort is a very personal thing and that is why they are best bought from a local shop. But if you don't get on with these Teufels, they offer an eight week return window. I reckon that most won't return them as they are such a good buy.
Looking forward to the full review.

By Trevorminor on 20 Feb 2013