ASUS ROG Kithara Review 2026 – Hi-Fi Planar Magnetic Gaming Headset
ASUS ROG Kithara Review: Is This the Ultimate Hi-Fi Gaming Headset? If you’re fed up with typical “gaming” headsets that exaggerate bass and muddy the details, the ASUS ROG Kithara brings a very different approach. Launched at CES 2026, this open-back headset is co-engineered with , a name respected among audiophiles for planar magnetic technology. Also read:- Realme Buds Clip India Launched Jan 2026: Price, Specs & Features. 1. HIFIMAN × ASUS: Why This Partnership Matters Most gaming headsets rely on dynamic drivers (essentially mini speakers). The ROG Kithara instead uses 100mm planar magnetic drivers , a technology more common in studio and audiophile headphones. Thanks to HIFIMAN’s Stealth Magnet and Neo Supernano Diaphragm technologies, the headset delivers: Ultra-wide frequency response from 8Hz to 55kHz Extremely low distortion , under 0.1% THD Natural, spacious soundstage due to its open-back design, making in-game audio feel external and realistic rath...