ASUS isn’t short on gaming headsets, but the ROG Kithara feels like something a little different. Developed in collaboration with HiFiMan and built around large 100mm planar magnetic drivers, it aims to blur the line between traditional gaming headsets and more studio-focused audiophile headphones. Priced at £284.99 in the UK, the Kithara sits firmly in premium territory, promising detailed, spacious sound for both competitive gaming and music listening. Does it justify the price?
Timestamps:
00:00 Intro
01:02 Pricing and key info
01:41 Design first impressions
03:45 Ear cushion, cable info
05:11 Included measurement card
05:34 Headset specs
06:35 Real-world gaming experience
07:11 Music testing
07:40 Driving from an amp/DAC
09:01 Device compatibility
10:33 Mic test
11:40 Closing thoughts
Specifications
- Product Type – 3.5mm headset
- Interface – Wired
- Connector – 3.5mm
- Support Platform
- PC
- MAC
- PlayStation® 4, PlayStation® 5
- Nintendo Switch
- iPad, iOS
- Android
- Xbox (* Compatible with Xbox consoles via 3.5mm connection)
- Driver Material – Planar Magnetic Driver
- Driver Size – 100 mm
- Headphones Impedance – 16 ohm
- Headphones Frequency Response – 8Hz – 55kHz
- Microphone Sensitivity – -36 dB
- Microphone Frequency Response – 20Hz – 20kHz
- Active Noise Cancellation – No
- Channel – Stereo
- Aura – No
- Foldablility – No
- Weight – 420 g
- Carry bag/box – No
- Extra ear-cushion – Yes
- Color – Black
- Cable
- 1.8m Dual-3.5mm to Dual-3.5mm Boom Mic Cable
- 1.8m Dual-3.5mm with 3-in-1 (3.5mm/6.3mm single-ended, 4.4mm balanced) plug cable
- Accessories
- 1.8m Dual-3.5mm to Dual-3.5mm Boom Mic Cable
- 1.8m Dual-3.5mm with 3-in-1 (3.5mm/6.3mm single-ended, 4.4mm balanced) plug cable
- USB-C to Dual-3.5mm Adapter
- 2 sets of Ear Cushion: 1 x Velour, 1 x Leatherette with Mesh Fabric
- Frequency Response Measurement Card
- Warranty Booklet
- Quick Start Guide
You can buy the ROG Kithara Gaming Headset for £284.99 from Scan HERE.
Pros:
- High quality, detailed audio.
- Great frequency separation.
- Very comfortable.
- Good selection of accessories.
- Clean design.
Cons:
- Weak headband adjustment brackets.
- Needs a DAC/Amp/Audio Interface to get the most from it.
KitGuru says: The ROG Kithara brings great sound quality to a gaming headset.
