MrSpeakers Dan Clark Audio (MrSpeakers) AEON Flow

The open-back MrSpeakers AEON Flow headphones deliver a smooth sound with solid, detailed bass. The closed-back AEON Flow headphones are one of the best sealed-back models I've ever tried. This open-back version is just as special. It features the same look, build-quality, and cutting-edge planar magnetic drivers. The big difference is the stainless steel grill that allows more air to move in and out. I've just started listening to this open-back version, but like what I've heard so far. While they don't offer the isolation of the closed-back model, they do offer a slightly more spacious sound. The bass is also surprisingly strong and detailed for an open-back headphone. I met company founder Dan Clark — THE Mr. Speakers — at CanJam NYC 2018 . Dan is an interesting guy. His passion for headphone-making is only rivaled by his love of music. He's as quick to drop a story about his favorite band as he is to break down his patented TrueFlow™ technology (more on that later). He told me that while he uses the la...