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ASUS ROG’s First Open-Back Planar Magnetic Gaming Headset Hits U.S. Stores at $299

HIFIMAN-tuned 100mm planar drivers bring an audiophile soundstage to a wired, cross-platform design.

Overview

  • ROG Kithara is on sale in the United States as of February 2 for $299–$299.99 at Amazon, Best Buy, Newegg, and MicroCenter.
  • Developed with HIFIMAN, the headset uses 100mm planar magnetic drivers with a claimed 8 Hz–55 kHz response.
  • ASUS cites low distortion and a wide, natural soundstage intended to improve positional cues, with independent listening reviews still pending.
  • An on-cable full-band MEMS boom mic covers 20 Hz–20 kHz and uses separate signal paths to reduce crosstalk for clearer voice chat.
  • Wired connections include swappable 4.4 mm, 3.5 mm, and 6.3 mm plugs plus a USB-C to dual 3.5 mm adapter, and the 420 g build features a metal frame, adjustable fit, and two ear pad sets; the open-back design leaks sound and suits quiet rooms.