ASUS isn’t short on gaming headsets, but the ROG Kithara feels like something a little different. Developed in collaboration with HiFiMan and built around large 100mm planar magnetic drivers, it aims to blur the line between traditional gaming headsets and more studio-focused audiophile headphones. Priced at £284.99 in the UK, the Kithara sits firmly in premium territory, promising detailed, spacious sound for both competitive gaming and music listening. Does it justify the price?

Timestamps:

00:00 Intro
01:02 Pricing and key info
01:41 Design first impressions
03:45 Ear cushion, cable info
05:11 Included measurement card
05:34 Headset specs
06:35 Real-world gaming experience
07:11 Music testing
07:40 Driving from an amp/DAC
09:01 Device compatibility
10:33 Mic test
11:40 Closing thoughts

Specifications

• Product Type – 3.5mm headset
• Interface – Wired
• Connector – 3.5mm
• Support Platform
  • PC
  • MAC
  • PlayStation® 4, PlayStation® 5
  • Nintendo Switch
  • iPad, iOS
  • Android
  • Xbox (* Compatible with Xbox consoles via 3.5mm connection)
• Driver Material – Planar Magnetic Driver
• Driver Size – 100 mm
• Headphones Impedance – 16 ohm
• Headphones Frequency Response – 8Hz – 55kHz
• Microphone Sensitivity – -36 dB
• Microphone Frequency Response – 20Hz – 20kHz
• Active Noise Cancellation – No
• Channel – Stereo
• Aura – No
• Foldablility – No
• Weight – 420 g
• Carry bag/box – No
• Extra ear-cushion – Yes
• Color – Black
• Cable
  • 1.8m Dual-3.5mm to Dual-3.5mm Boom Mic Cable
  • 1.8m Dual-3.5mm with 3-in-1 (3.5mm/6.3mm single-ended, 4.4mm balanced) plug cable
• Accessories
  • 1.8m Dual-3.5mm to Dual-3.5mm Boom Mic Cable
  • 1.8m Dual-3.5mm with 3-in-1 (3.5mm/6.3mm single-ended, 4.4mm balanced) plug cable
  • USB-C to Dual-3.5mm Adapter
  • 2 sets of Ear Cushion: 1 x Velour, 1 x Leatherette with Mesh Fabric
  • Frequency Response Measurement Card
  • Warranty Booklet
  • Quick Start Guide

You can buy the ROG Kithara Gaming Headset for £284.99 from Scan HERE.

Pros:

• High quality, detailed audio.
• Great frequency separation.
• Very comfortable.
• Good selection of accessories.
• Clean design.

Cons:

• Weak headband adjustment brackets.
• Needs a DAC/Amp/Audio Interface to get the most from it.

KitGuru says: The ROG Kithara brings great sound quality to a gaming headset.

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