# Ultra-Luxurious Headphones These Audeze Headphones Were Crafted By DesignWorks Cost $799 a Pair By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-12-10 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audeze-headphones References: [theverge](http://www.theverge.com/2015/12/9/9877812/audeze-el-8-titanium-lightning-audiophile-headphones) & [audeze](https://www.audeze.com/products/el-8-collection/el-8-titanium) The EL-8 Titaniums are high-quality [Audeze](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audeze-crbn-electrostatic-headphones) headphones that were designed by [BMW's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aeon-robots) DesignWorks USA agency, giving them a design that is fabulous to look at and also aids the functionality of the product. These headphones come equipped with a [Cypher](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wilder-world) Lightning cable that includes an inline control unit that allows for listening to music at an extremely high resolution. The controller even has a built-in microphone that allows you to take phone calls. A companion iOS app offers even more functionality and convenience. These headphones can be used in conjunction with a whole array of portable players and headphone amplifiers, with the wide frequency response of 10 Hz to 50 KHz making for versatility and high performance. These Audeze headphones cost a pretty penny at $799 but offer an unparalleled listening experience that audiophiles and serious music enthusiasts will appreciate. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 55% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Luxury Audio Accessories:** Opportunities for audio companies to upgrade traditional audio products into high-end luxury accessories. - **Collaborative Designs:** Opportunities for product design firms to partner with luxury brands in developing unique, high-quality products. - **High-resolution Audio:** Opportunities to develop/improve products that support high-resolution audio streaming. ### Where This Applies - **Audio Technology:** Audio technology companies can explore the luxury audio accessories market by adding premium design and features to existing products. - **Product Design:** Product design firms can leverage their design expertise and partner with luxury brands for collaborative products. - **Music Streaming Services:** Music streaming services can explore high-resolution audio streaming options and partnerships with high-end audio brands. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Ultra Luxury Joint Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jeweled-design.md) - [Forged Carbon Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/focal-utopia.md) - [Calfskin-Sheathed Luxury Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calfskin-luxury-headphones.md) - [Bespoke Wireless Headphone Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/klipsch-t10.md) - [Haute Fashion House Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/herms-ateliers-horizons.md) - [Collaborative Leather Luxe Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/md-mh40-headphones.md) - [Electrostatic Technology Audio Headsets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audeze-crbn-electrostatic-headphones.md) - [Professional Studio-Grade Headphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audeze-mm100.md) - [Industrial Precision Headphone Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audeze-lcd5s.md)