DALI IO-8 Over-The-Ear Wireless/Wired Hi-Fi Headphones with ANC, Bluetooth AptX & Patented SMC Driver Technology, 35 Hours Battery Life – (Iron Black)
$1,250.00
Price: $28.99 - $1,250.00
(as of Sep 28, 2025 18:03:50 UTC – Details)
Product description
KEY FEATURES
Wired or Wireless Connectivity
Seamlessly connects via Bluetooth or 3.5 mm jack for versatile listening.
Audiophile Active Noise Cancellation
Advanced ANC technology that eliminates ambient noise while preserving true Hi-Fi sound.
Dual Sound Modes
Switch between ‘Hi-Fi’ and ‘Bass’ modes to match your preferred sound profile.
35-Hour Battery Life
Long-lasting battery delivers up to 35 hours of listening on a single charge.
TRUE HI-FI PERFORMANCE
Hi-Fi Sound, Anytime The DALI IO-8 headphones are built to deliver Hi-Fi-grade audio with the same attention to detail as our loudspeakers. Custom 50 mm drivers with paper fibre cones ensure clear, balanced sound for lifelike music experiences.
Hi-Res Certified Designed with high-resolution audio in mind, the DALI IO-8 meets the standards for Hi-Res audio certification, giving you detailed playback and a dynamic range for immersive listening.
AUDIOPHILE ACTIVE NOISE CANCELLATION
Distraction-Free Listening DALI’s proprietary noise cancellation minimizes unwanted background noise, creating an intimate sound environment that enhances every detail of your music.
Three ANC Modes Whether on a busy commute or at home, three customizable ANC modes adapt to any setting, ensuring you stay fully engaged with your music wherever you are.
VERSATILE LISTENING EXPERIENCE
Dual Sound Modes Tailor your audio with two modes: ‘Hi-Fi’ for an accurate, pure sound profile or ‘Bass’ mode for a more powerful low-end boost.
Wired and Wireless Freedom Enjoy the convenience of Bluetooth aptX Adaptive for wireless listening, or switch to wired mode with the 3.5 mm mini-jack for a direct connection to your audio source.
Designed with DALI’s acoustic mastery: Built on the same renowned principles as DALI’s loudspeakers, the IO-8 delivers an immersive, high-fidelity audio experience. Each note is reproduced with stunning realism, transporting you into your music like never before.
Premium driver inspired by the IO-12: Equipped with a 50mm driver derived from the top-tier IO-12, the IO-8 offers vastly superior dynamics, clarity, and resonance control, outperforming typical 40mm drivers. Every sound detail is captured and delivered with precision.
Advanced noise control & personalized sound: Features wind noise suppression, three distinct ANC modes, and Hi-Fi and Bass sound settings for a tailored listening experience. Whether in a bustling city or a quiet room, your audio remains crystal clear.
Unmatched battery life: Enjoy up to 35 hours of uninterrupted playback with active noise canceling, even in signal-heavy environments. Perfect for long journeys, ensuring your music stays vibrant and distortion-free.
Luxury comfort & connectivity: Constructed from genuine leather and durable materials, the IO-8 offers long-lasting comfort for extended listening sessions. Choose between wireless freedom with Bluetooth AptX Adaptive or go wired with USB and analog inputs for ultimate versatility.
Customers say
Customers praise the headphones’ stunning sound quality, with one noting the clean and clear treble, and appreciate their premium build quality and stylish design. The headphones receive positive feedback for their clarity. While some customers find them worth the high cost, others consider them pricey.
11 reviews for DALI IO-8 Over-The-Ear Wireless/Wired Hi-Fi Headphones with ANC, Bluetooth AptX & Patented SMC Driver Technology, 35 Hours Battery Life – (Iron Black)
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Mahajo –
Near perfect sounding and stylish headphones
These are really expensive headphones (especially in the US). Are they worth the high cost? Probably. I am really enjoying them and there are only a few quibbles I have. The sound quality is absolutely stunning and probably the best sounding wireless headphones I have yet tried. I have an extensive collection of headphones and some are very high-end but these are possibly the best. This is the first headphone I have that donât have an app so there is no EQ adjustment other than a button on the right ear cup to toggle between Hi Fi and Bass settings. And this is the first headphone I have used where I donât feel the need to adjust the sound in the least! It is near perfect right out of the box. The HiFi setting is best, the bass setting just adds too much and is part of the downside with these as at loud volume there can be some distortion which the bass setting only adds to. I think the distortion comes from my glasses disrupting the seal of the ear cups and I am testing this theory out. Itâs not too much of an issue as it isnât really recommended to listen at full volume anyway (hearing protection and all that). The bass is strong but not overwhelming , the treble is clean and clear but not harsh in the least (which is usually something that bothers me) and the soundstage is wide. All instruments are in their place and so clear and well defined as are the vocals. I am hearing details I never noticed before and am constantly impressed by the quality of sound on display here. As for the controls they are all physical buttons, no touch controls here. The buttons are all on the right ear cup. The main ring on the front is for play/pause and skipping tracks forward or back. The outer ring is for volume up (top) and down (bottom). It is easy to hit the play/pause button when attempting to adjust the volume but this should get better as I get more accustomed to it. It is similar to Beats Studio controls. The other buttons are on the side for power/bluetooth connection, EQ and ANC. The ANC button is weirdly up front and feels awkward to press. I will get used to it though with time. The ANC is adequate. When music is playing a majority of sounds are reduced and itâs enough to keep enjoying your music. The call it âaudiophile ANCâ as it is designed to not impact the sound quality and it doesnât as far as I can tell. Transparency works ok too but I wish it would focus more on voices and not just pipe in all sounds. The other downside to no app is there is no way to check the status of the headphones (is ANC on?) but it does announce what setting it is when you change it with the buttons. Also announces battery level on start up. 2 other issues: when I had both my iPhone and iPad connected I would hear a strange tone in the background every once in awhile, similar to a notification, like announcing itâs connected to 2 devices. When I âforgotâ the headphone in the iPad Pro settings so it was just connected to my iPhone it went away. Also the led lights for Bluetooth connection and battery level stay lit all the time when powered on. I prefer they just come on when starting up or when paused, but oh well. Oh and the last issue I have is that it is great to have the ability to use them passively with no power and was looking forward to the USB C audio connectionâ¦but it is USB A to USB C so I canât plug into my IPhone or iPad Pro in any way since thereâs no audio jack there as well. I may try using another USB C cable I have to see if it will work with it. Again, I use wireless 99% of the time, which is what I prefer anyway, but it would be nice to have it. My other high end headphones (Bang &Olufsen H100, Focal Bathys, and Bowers & Wilkins Px8 all have the usb c audio cable. Not sure why Dali didnât go this route with their cable. Now again, is it worth the price? If you values sound above all else then I would have to say yes. Also build quality is very nice, they are comfortable for long listening sessions with no issues. The carry case is a little cheap and bare bones but it works just fine. I went with the caramel white color and it looks nice but now think the iron black might be better. The white (or cream)color on the ear cups do stand out and make the cups look bigger on the head. The black would, probably, look more subtle. I like doing different colors though as black can be so boring on a headphone. They are pretty nice looking though, I admit. I am happy with my purchase overall. (But so pricey! Not sure the price is justified, really, but the Dali iO-12âs cost something like $400 more and Iâm not certain what the difference is other than larger rectangular ear cupsâ¦?). I am definitely a headphone âjunkieâ and these are very near perfect!
Greg E. Griffith –
Great audio, style, and premium quality
Itâs been a couple of weeks now of trial for these beautiful IO-8 headphones. Letâs start there⦠I was impressed by the looks and the myth of DALI as an audiophile niche. Iâm not disappointed with my decision to buy. I have pros and cons to follow. But first, Iâll say, Iâve owned top tier and niche headphones from several respected brands and Iâve never had someone stop to compliment my headphones. Itâs happened a few times now, to the point where I started to become self conscious and even a little scared to wear them in public. Even my physical therapist complimented them when I wore them during an appointment, so thereâs that.Ok, pros and cons:These headphones have amazing sound quality, great connectivity and signal range, great battery life and they look amazing and feel premium. Iâll say however that there are a couple of things that I dislike. First, the cans are a bit small and the cushions could be, well, more cushioned, which will be a problem for people with larger ears, if thatâs you, probably try the IO-12s. Next, the headphones are very tight and the arm doesnât extend down as far as Iâd like, if you have a bigger head, maybe these arenât for you. For me neither of these are a deal killer though, so Iâm very happy with this purchase.
Macgrok –
Not perfect
Was hoping to give it 5 stars, but not a profound listening experience. Often prefer the comfort of my air buds.
Kindle Customer –
Beautiful sounds
These are beautiful sounding headphones, the clarity and sound stage are great. The bass is very nice.They are entertaining to listen to because of how they present the sound.
Rubén H –
Experience the magic for yourself!
These headphones are truly exceptional. The Hi-Fi mode produces remarkably clear and crisp sound, while the Bass mode offers impressive and powerful bass. The battery life is outstanding, and I really appreciate the classic design and excellent build quality. I am truly blessed to have encountered the finest headphones available today, such as the stellar Dali IO-12 model. However, I must confess that my heart belongs to the IO-8. I suggest giving them a try and hopefully, they will have the same positive impact on your life as they have had on mine.
Bryan Watts –
MÃ ke the Investment…. Sooo worth it!
Received them at 11:30am – Saturday… It’s Sunday, 6:15pm and I have not taken them off….. Best investment of my LIFE!!!! Clarity is unreal…
Jonathan –
Wonderful sound!
Sound amazing.
Nicholas Bath –
Best Headphones Ever
Absolutely incredibly headphones. Rivals some of the best car audio systems I’ve heard. Extreme comfort. Build quality is top notch and overall its just a pleasant experience. Highly recommended!
GaryJH –
Absolutely beautiful set of headphones. Classy Danish design and a high standard of performance.What more could you want?
Hayato Premier –
ð¢ La restitution audio excellente, je viens d’un H95 ça se vaut bien, lors d’écoute de podcast le H95 avait légèrement plus de basse, et je parle sans l’aide d’application, Mais le IO-8 est vraiment bon.ð¢ Le confort de port est sans égal et je prends comme comparatif le H95, qui lui était vraiment trop grand. Avec Le IO-8 on a une très bonne pression, sans exagération sur les oreilles nous sommes bien enveloppés, l’arceau est plus que correct et pas fragile ou trop grand comme le H95.ð¢ La finition du casque est bonne mais elle ne sera pas au même niveau que le H95 qui lui a des matériaux un peu plus luxueux mais mais plus fragile au niveau de l’arceau. ici nous avons un bon produit vraiment bon sans arrière goût de regret.
Keppa –
Good quality headphones, good build, stylish, simple to use and reliable. Sound is very nice, noise cancelling is good even if not on par with market leader’s. Comfort is okay, could be better but easily wearable for one hour. Maybe a little too expensive but definitely a different and nice headphone from a nice Danish manufacturer. Try it out by yourself but I recommend.