The Utopia headphones, made in France, are the result of over 40 years of acoustic innovation. Their open beryllium "M" dome drivers provide the astonishingly realistic listening experience of the best Focal speakers. The memory foam ear cushions and genuine leather headband offer comfort and softness, while the headband made of recycled forged carbon ensures lightness and an even distribution of the headphone's weight on the head. These headphones require a break-in period to reach their full performance, which occurs naturally after a few hours of listening.