DALI IO-12
DALI IO-12
The state-of-the-art DALI IO-12 Hi-Fi headphones offer you hours of listening pleasure in sumptuous comfort. From the real leather headband and ear pads to the 50 mm paper fibre cone and groundbreaking SMC drivers, the IO-12s reveal every musical detail.
True Hi-Fi sound
DALI IO-12 headphones are designed and engineered using the same sound principles as our full-size loudspeakers – they're true Hi-Fi speakers for your head.
World-first driver technology
The 50 mm custom-developed Hi-Fi headphone drive unit is the world's first to feature our patented distortion-eliminating SMC magnet technology for the ultimate sound that lets you hear every detail.
Wired or wireless
Whether you're wired up to your Hi-Fi or paired wirelessly with your mobile, DALI IO-12s deliver astonishing Hi-Fi sound, however you use them.
Leave the world behind
Silence the distractions and enjoy an immersive listening experience with our cutting-edge Audiophile Active Noise Cancellation.
Finish: Dark Chocolate
The Ear
LB Tech Reviews
Techradar
Compare Products
TRUE HI-FI SOUND
Highest standards of design, durability,
DALI IO-12 headphones are designed and engineered using the same sound principles as our full-size loudspeakers. Featuring technologies such as our patented SMC magnet driver material, low-loss rubber surround, rigid paper fibre cone and low resonance enclosures, the IO-12s deliver the same low-loss sound with ultimate clarity and dynamic capabilities that you would expect from any DALI speaker. They're true Hi-Fi speakers for your head.
CLOSER TO REALITY
World-first driver technology
The IO-12s are the world's first headphones to feature an SMC magnet system. Using the same material as our high-end EPICON speakers, Soft Magnetic Composite reduces eddy currents and hysteresis to lower uneven harmonic distortion drastically, resulting in crystal-clear, ultra-low distortion sound that brings you closer to reality.
Learn moreWIRED OR WIRELESS
The only headphones you'll ever need
Whether you're plugged into your Hi-Fi immersed in your vinyl collection or paired with your smartphone enjoying on-the-go music, DALI IO-12s harness advanced technologies like Bluetooth® aptX Adaptive to deliver an astonishing musical experience, however you use them.
AUDIOPHILE ACTIVE NOISE CANCELLATION
Leave the world behind
Silence the distractions and enjoy every detail of your favourite music. Our cutting-edge Audiophile Active Noise Cancellation technology delivers a truly immersive listening experience while blocking out low-frequency noises. With three AANC modes, you can tailor the IO-12s to your situation, whether you're relaxing at home or on your daily commute.
35-HOUR BATTERY LIFE
Extended listening between charges
An advanced lithium-ion battery delivers up to 35 hours of peerless playback so that you can enjoy extended listening on a single charge. And with battery-level LEDs and a voice prompt to tell you how much charge you have left, you never need to run out of power.
DUAL SOUND MODES
Two sound profiles to match your taste
Tailor the performance to your own style with 'Hi-Fi' and 'Bass' sound modes. Whether you like your music as the artist intended or you prefer a more punchy, bass-focused performance, the IO-12s let you listen to your music just the way you want it.
Specifications
Frequency Range [+/- 3] dB [Hz]
10 - 48,000
Headphone Principle
Closed back circumaural (over ear)
Impedance (Passive mode) [ohms]
25
Maximum SPL [dB]
100
Full Range Driver
50 mm with SMC based magnet system
Connection Input
Bluetooth® 5.2, 3.5 mm mini jack, USB-C
Wireless Input Audio Codecs
AAC, aptX, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive
Battery Playback Time
Up to 35 hours
Input Audio Formats
16 - 24 bit audio, 32/44.1/48/96 kHz sample rate
Downloads
White paper
Download
Manual EN
User manual in English
Download
Manual PT
User manual in Portuguese
Download
Manual JP
User manual in Japanese
Download
Declaration of Conformity
A safety certificate for DALI IO.
Download
Manual CN-ZH
User manual in Simplified Chinese
Download
Manual KR
User manual in Korean
Download
Manual EL
User manual in Greek
Download
Manual CN-ZF
User manual in Traditional Chinese
Download
Register to download
Fill out the form to receive instant access to all the locked download files across the website.
What people are saying
LB Tech Reviews
The Ear
Techradar
Super clean and dynamic sound. And they're just as good when used as passive head-fi on your home stereo. Luxury down to the smallest, subtle detail.
Read full review[...] in terms of sonic performance this Dali proved to be quite addictive; strictly and wholly accurate or not, its airy and dynamic presentation grew on me.
Read full reviewDALI's IO-12 offer immersive listening without the extra parlor tricks; it's dynamically agile listening inside your head. I applaud it. I can (and have) listened to it for hours. If you're a singer, you'll want people to listen to your voice on these cans.
Read full reviewSimilar Products
On-Wall
Home Cinema
Custom Install
Passive
FAZON LCR
This satellite speaker is a great performer in a stereo or multi-channel setup, and as a centre channel.
On-Wall
Home Cinema
Custom Install
Passive
FAZON SAT
Whether mounted on the wall or the table stand, you can angle the speaker precisely horizontally and vertically.
On-Wall
Home Cinema
Custom Install
Passive
FAZON MIKRO
Extremely strong cabinet design that virtually eliminates acoustic and mechanical resonances.
Bluetooth
Portable
DALI KATCH G2
An award-winning battery-powered Bluetooth® speaker with stunning sound.
On-Wall
Home Cinema
Bluetooth
Soundbar
HDMI
DALI KATCH ONE
Experience movies, music and gaming like you've never heard them before.
RELATED WEBSHOP ITEMS
DALI IO Travel Case
The high quality travel case protects your DALI IO headphones when not in use.
€40
DALI IO Ear Pads
All ear pads get worn over time. So we designed the ear pads for the DALI IO headphones for quick and easy user replacement.
€40
DALI IO Accessories
Comes with a USB-C cable for charging, 3.5 mm mini-jack cable for connecting to traditional audio sources and a flight adaptor.
€30
DALI Vol. 5 [Hi-Res]
Marking our 35-year Anniversary, we decided to raise the bar and re-think the entire concept of our audiophile demo releases.
€15
DALI Hoodie
Besides sporting a modern and comfortable fit, the DALI hoodie is of absolute premium and soft quality. Giving you an awesome feeling while wearing it.
€50
DALI Logo T-Shirt
A modern-cut t-shirt with fabric made of 100% certified organic and fairtrade cotton.
€35