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Black open-back over-ear headphones with large grilles, padded headband and plush earpads

Monoprice Inc.

Monoprice Monolith M1070 106mm Planar Open-Back Headphones

SKU CH-4Y7A-CBQDX

Open-back planar headphones with a 106 mm driver, dual linear symmetry magnet array, lightweight 580 g frame, padded headband and swappable lambskin or velour earpads for extended comfort

  • Product typeHeadphones
  • Product colorBlack
  • Product weight4.1
  • Key featuresPlanar drivers. Accurate sound. Low distortion. The Monolith
  • 106 mm planar driver with dual linear symmetry magnet array for accurate, low-distortion sound
  • Open-back grille design creates an airy, spacious soundstage with enhanced imaging
  • Lightweight 580 g build with padded headband and plush earpads for fatigue-free listening
  • Removable earpads let you swap between included lambskin and velour memory foam pads
  • Extended high-end response paired with tight, clean bass for a rich, detailed presentation

Product identity

The Monoprice Monolith M1070 is an open-back planar magnetic headphone built around a 106mm driver with a dual linear symmetry magnet array. Weighing 580g, it ships with both lambskin and velour memory-foam earpads that are user-removable for easy replacement or third-party upgrades.

Who it suits

Listeners who want an airy, spacious soundstage and low-distortion reproduction for critical music sessions will appreciate the open grille design and lightweight padded headband. Buyers who need noise isolation, wireless convenience or a closed-back form factor for commuting or office use should look elsewhere.

Deciding specification

The 106mm planar magnetic driver determines whether this model matches your tonal priorities; its large diaphragm area is the single factor that defines the headphone's extended high-frequency response and clean bass presentation.

How it compares

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Price $281.99
Pricier than about 91% of the 7,078 comparable items (median $25.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameMonoprice
Model name139414
Part number139414
Product typeHeadphones
Product colorBlack

Questions about this item

What amplifier power is needed to drive the 106mm planar driver properly?

A dedicated headphone amplifier with at least 1 watt per channel is recommended to control the 106mm planar driver and achieve low distortion.

Will the open-back design and 580g weight work with my existing desktop DAC?

Yes, the open-back design connects through standard headphone outputs on any desktop DAC, and the 580g weight places no extra demand on the source device.

How can I confirm the dual linear symmetry magnet array is performing correctly after setup?

Listen for tight, clean bass combined with extended high-frequency detail and a wide, airy soundstage — these indicate the 106mm planar driver and magnet array are operating as intended.

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