ESI eXtra 10

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ESI eXtra 10

ESI

eXtra 10

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 512540
Brand: ESI
Model: eXtra 10
Price: $57.20

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These ESI eXtra 10s are a budget-friendly entry into studio-style monitoring. The included modelling software is a neat bonus, but don’t expect miracles—it's best suited for bedroom producers or casual monitoring where absolute accuracy isn’t paramount. They’re a solid option for students or anyone needing a basic, portable monitoring solution.

Product Description

  • ESI eXtra 10
  • Headphone/Modelling Software Bundle
  • Consists of headphones and modelling software
  • Recreates the acoustic environment of a recording studio control room in the headphones and corrects the frequency response
  • Software can be used as a plug-in in the DAW or as a stand-alone version
  • Dynamic
  • semi-closed monitoring headphones in studio quality (can also be used without modelling software)
  • Impedance: 32 Ohm
  • Sensitivity: 94dB SPL
  • Frequency response: 15 - 29000 Hz
  • With 3.5 mm stereo jack incl. screw adapter to 6.3 mm stereo jack
  • Cable length: approx. 2.5 m
  • Includes dSONIC Realphone ESI Edition modelling software (download licence)

*Specifications:*

, Supported formats: VST2 / VST3 / AU / AAXnative, System requirements: Win7 or higher, Mac OS X 10.9 or higher, Internet connection

PROS
  • • Surprisingly balanced sound for the price, decent clarity in the mids
  • • dSONIC software offers interesting, albeit limited, room modelling
  • • Comfortable enough for short monitoring sessions, lightweight design
  • • Solid construction; feels more robust than the price suggests
CONS
  • • The soundstage is quite narrow, lacks true stereo imaging
  • • Modelling software’s effect can be subtle, sometimes artificial
  • • 32 Ohm impedance is low; may not be ideal for all audio interfaces

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Key Features

Type Semi-Closed Monitoring Headphones
Driver Size 40mm
Impedance 32 Ohm
Frequency Range 15-29000 Hz
Sensitivity 94 dB SPL
Cable 2.5 m with 3.5mm/6.3mm adapters
Weight 220g

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Frequently Asked Questions

The dSONIC profiles offer a simplified approximation; they can’t replicate the physical characteristics or low-end extension of high-quality studio monitors.
While usable, their limited soundstage and slightly colored response make them less ideal for truly critical mixing decisions; better suited for tracking or basic editing.
Yes, the low impedance makes them compatible with phones and other portable devices, though the modelling software won't be relevant in that scenario.

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