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Potafes 2026 Hiroshima will be held March 21, 2026, 11:00–17:00 (last entry 16:30), offering free admission with no preregistration required.

The event marks Hiroshima’s first full-scale Potafes and its first local edition in 11 years since 2015’s limited-format showcase.

A total of 98 domestic and international brands (as of February 12) will exhibit earphones, headphones, and portable audio players, including unreleased prototypes.

Pentaconn celebrates its 10th anniversary with the launch of a high-end recable 'Wadachi', limited to 200 units globally.

The 'Wadachi' cable features advanced materials like PCUHD and silver-plated PCUHD for superior audio quality and durability.

Equipped with Pentaconn's premium 4.4mm direct silver-plated OFC plug, it enhances signal clarity and detailed sound expression.

The DUNU x Effect Audio DK3001 BD headphones are a collaborative creation featuring a hybrid configuration with nine drivers per side.

Limited to only 300 units, this model incorporates an air-damping system and advanced four-way frequency crossover.

Design highlights include aluminum alloy CNC-machined housings with zirconium ceramic coatings and exclusive gold sound tubes.

MADOO's Typ930 earphones, launching on November 7, feature a hybrid design with 12mm micro-planar and balanced armature drivers.

Incorporating Ortho Dual Motion technology, the earphones utilize a passive radiator for enhanced soundstage and reduced occlusion.

Precision CNC-machined titanium housing ensures durability, lightweight properties, and optimal acoustic performance.

The BGVP Astrum headphones feature six hybrid drivers: two dynamic, two Knowles balanced armature, and two Sonion electrostatic (EST) for enriched audio.

Driver integration is achieved via a four-way physical-electronic crossover for seamless frequency response and immersive soundstage.

Unique handcrafted resin enclosures offer individualized designs inspired by cosmic imagery, emphasizing aesthetics alongside performance.

The HiSenior Mega7 are hybrid in-ear headphones featuring seven drivers, including a dynamic driver and six balanced armature drivers.

These headphones implement the HiSenior DE537R acoustic architecture, offering a four-band crossover and four independent acoustic channels for superior sound quality.

Equipped with a 10mm bio-cellulose diaphragm dynamic driver and premium SONION and Knowles balanced armature drivers for precise sound reproduction.

The Acoustune HS3000 HICHIRIKI, priced at approximately ¥645,000, is the latest flagship earphone in the MASTER Series, featuring a second-generation Myrinx driver for unparalleled sound reproduction.

The innovative Myrinx composite diaphragm combines medical-grade biomaterials with a Japanese-made beryllium thin-film dome, ensuring precise and natural sound quality across all frequencies.

Acoustune Capsule Technology (A.C.T) 2.0 modular design enhances compatibility and introduces the ACT08 chamber for enriched mid-range and expansive soundstage.

The Sloflo MS001GM wired earphones, launched by Japanese company Dixx, feature a unique 10.2mm dynamic driver for enhanced audio quality.

With a frequency response range of 20Hz to 20kHz, the earphones deliver a balanced sound suitable for music enthusiasts.

The earphones include a 4-core, 8-strand detachable cable with silver-plated OFC and a 4.4mm Pentaconn connector for superior signal transmission.

Tangzu introduces the OXDemon King, its first full-sized planar-magnetic headphones, designed for audiophiles seeking exceptional sound quality and comfort.

Featuring 85mm planar drivers with ultra-thin diaphragms, they deliver rapid response, uniform power distribution, and minimal distortion, even at high volume levels.

The open-back design enhances soundstage depth and spatial nuances, providing a lifelike and immersive listening experience.