{"product_id":"steven-slate-audio-vsx-modeling-headphones-essentials-edition","title":"Steven Slate Audio VSX Modeling Headphones - Essentials Edition","description":"\u003cdiv lang=\"en\"\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSteven Slate Audio VSX Modeling Headphones – Essentials Edition\u003c\/strong\u003e is a closed-back \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/wrdtunes.com\/collections\/headphones\"\u003estudio headphone\u003c\/a\u003e system combining a beryllium hybrid driver with a binaural room modeling plugin. The hardware is designed as a sonically neutral, linear monitoring platform; the accompanying VSX plugin — in AU, VST2, VST3 and AAX formats — layers precisely measured acoustics of professional studios, car systems, clubs and consumer devices on top of that neutral baseline. The Essentials Edition ships with a curated set of environments sufficient for daily mixing work, with additional rooms and spaces available through the VSX Expansion Marketplace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eBeryllium driver and APS — the hardware designed to disappear\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe beryllium-coated diaphragm is lighter and stiffer than standard Mylar, which reduces transient smear and keeps distortion below 1% across the rated frequency range of 10 Hz to 20 kHz. Final impedance after the onboard hi-fi analog tuning circuitry measures 37.6 Ω — low enough to run from a laptop headphone output or an audio interface without a dedicated amplifier. The patented APS (Acoustically Ported Subsonics) system uses internal air pressure to extend accurate sub-bass reproduction below the range of typical closed-back headphones: at low frequencies the construction behaves as a hybrid between closed and semi-open, while mid and high frequencies remain fully isolated. The analog correction circuit then flattens the upper midrange before the signal reaches the plugin, creating a consistent blank canvas for binaural processing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eVSX plugin — Binaural Perception Modeling in the DAW\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n  \u003cp\u003eThe VSX plugin, developed in collaboration with Scaeva Technologies, uses Binaural Perception Modeling (BPM) algorithms to reconstruct the psychoacoustic spatial cues that ears receive when listening to real speakers in a real room. Each environment offers switchable near-, mid- and far-field speaker positions, room reflection depth control, global output EQ and head-size calibration. Authorization uses an iLok account — no physical dongle required. The plugin supports standalone mode on macOS 11.7.4 or later and runs as a DAW insert on macOS 10.11+ (Apple Silicon native) and Windows 8.1+ 64-bit. Environments included in the Essentials Edition: Steven's Private Mix Room, Sonoma Studio, Luxury SUV Sound System, LA Nightclub Sound System, plus models of widely used studio and consumer headphones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eKEY FEATURES\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eClosed-back circumaural headphones with beryllium hybrid dynamic driver\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePatented APS (Acoustically Ported Subsonics) — extended sub-bass accuracy\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 10 Hz – 20 kHz (+\/- 3 dB), THD below 1%\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eImpedance: 37.6 Ω (after analog tuning circuitry)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOnboard hi-fi analog correction circuit for upper midrange linearization\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eVSX Essentials plugin: AU, VST2, VST3, AAX — macOS and Windows\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eModeling technology: Binaural Perception Modeling (BPM) by Scaeva Technologies\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEssentials environments: Steven's Private Mix Room, Sonoma Studio, Luxury SUV, LA Nightclub + headphone models\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePer-environment controls: near\/mid\/far-field, room reflections, global output EQ, head-size calibration\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLitz Slimline 2 m detachable cable, 3.5 mm connector with 6.35 mm 24K gold-plated adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eChassis: aluminum alloy components; headband: stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eEar and headband cushions: dual-zone collagen leather\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAuthorization: iLok account (no physical key required)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIncluded: headphones, Litz Slimline cable, 1\/4\" adapter, hard carry case\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eTECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eType: closed-back, circumaural\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDriver: beryllium-coated hybrid dynamic\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFrequency response: 10 Hz – 20 kHz (+\/- 3 dB)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eTHD: below 1%\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNative driver impedance: 32 Ω (+\/- 10%)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFinal impedance (after analog tuning circuit): 37.6 Ω\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaximum power: 127 mW\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBass technology: APS – Acoustically Ported Subsonics (patented)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCable: Litz Slimline, detachable, 2 m, 3.5 mm connector\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAdapter: 6.35 mm, 24K gold-plated\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHeadband structure: stainless steel\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eChassis components: aluminum alloy\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCushions: dual-zone collagen leather (ear pads and headband)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePlugin: VSX Essentials Modeling Software\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePlugin formats: AU, VST2, VST3, AAX\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOS — Mac: macOS 10.11 or later (Apple Silicon supported); standalone: macOS 11.7.4+\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOS — PC: Windows 8.1 or later, 64-bit\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAuthorization: iLok account (no physical iLok key required)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIncluded environments: Steven's Private Mix Room, Sonoma Studio, Luxury SUV Sound System, LA Nightclub Sound System + studio and consumer headphone models\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIncluded in box: VSX headphones, Litz Slimline cable, 6.35 mm adapter, hard carry case\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Steven Slate Audio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53437475127633,"sku":"58858","price":252.52,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0729\/8741\/0769\/files\/StevenSlateAudioVSXModelingHeadphones-EssentialsEdition1_8c7f50b3-d68c-41f3-89da-4b892d8c4fe4.jpg?v=1776069519","url":"https:\/\/wrdtunes.com\/fr\/products\/steven-slate-audio-vsx-modeling-headphones-essentials-edition","provider":"Wired Tunes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}