Headphone Zone has collaborated with Tangzu to introduce the Tangzu Xue Tao, the brand’s first gaming-focused In-Ear Monitor (IEM) in India. The model is developed using Tangzu’s acoustic approach and community inputs, combining the brand’s design elements with engineering intended for gaming-oriented sound reproduction and extended use.
The Xue Tao uses a custom-developed 10mm glass dynamic driver with a PET edge, designed to deliver crisp treble, smooth midrange output, and strong low-frequency performance. Its imaging is tuned for directional detail to help identify in-game movements and effects. The tuning reflects Tangzu’s balance-focused philosophy, shaped through craftsmanship influenced by Tang Dynasty aesthetics and modern acoustic engineering methods.
The IEM features an ergonomic build made from aerospace-grade carbon fibre elements and CNC-machined aluminium alloy, finished with purple detailing inspired by the Tang Dynasty poet Xue Tao. It includes a detachable 100-core OFC silver-plated cable for stable signal transmission and an electret capacitor microphone for voice clarity. A 0.78mm 2-pin connector supports long-term durability and cable upgrade flexibility.
Quick Specs: Tangzu Xue Tao
- Driver Type: Dynamic Driver
- Driver Configuration: 10mm Glass Diaphragm Driver
- Impedance: 18.5Ω ± 20% @ 1kHz
- Connector Interface: 0.78mm 2-Pin Dual
- Plug Options: 3.5mm (Single-Ended) / Type-C
- Microphone: Electret Capacitor Mic
- Sensitivity: 109dB @ 1kHz
- Frequency Range: 20Hz – 20kHz
- Cable Material: Oxygen-Free Copper Silver-Plated Wire (100 Cores)
- Cable Length: 1.2m ± 5%
- Box Contents: Tangzu Xue Tao, Custom Cable, Earphone Body, Cleaning Cloth, Tang Sancai Earbud Tips
- Warranty: 1 Year
Pricing and Availability
The Tangzu Xue Tao is available exclusively on Headphone Zone at an introductory price of Rs. 4,999 for the 3.5mm variant and Rs. 5,299 for the Type-C variant, with an MRP of Rs. 5,999.
Speaking on the launch, Raghav Somani, Founder and CEO of Headphone Zone, said:
The Xue Tao represents a significant step for Tangzu into the gaming segment. We’ve observed strong demand for precision-tuned IEMs for competitive gameplay. At a launch price of just 5,000 rupees, the Xue Tao provides reference-level clarity and positional accuracy that gamers typically find only in higher-priced gear.