by Lily Audio
Genesis ONE is our debut model and presents a bold redefinition of high-end listening. Powered by our revolutionary CrystalCore™ driver, it delivers uncompromising clarity, lightning-fast response, and an expansive, three-dimensional soundstage. Built for audiophiles, creators, and purists alike, it reveals music in its purest form — exactly as the artist intended.
Every design choice serves the ultimate goal: authentic sound. Its fully open-back architecture enhances transparency, creating a natural, spacious presentation that feels alive, immersive, and true to life.
Weighing just 310 grams, Genesis ONE is an ultra-lightweight audiophile headphone delivering reference-grade sound in a remarkably low-mass design. Every element — from the driver to the frame — has been optimized to reduce weight without sacrificing performance.
A carefully balanced combination of stainless steel, aluminum, leather, and lambskin creates a headphone that feels almost weightless while remaining solid and durable. The result is long hours of immersive, fatigue-free listening with no compromise on acoustic performance.
Coming in at just 310g
A weight class of its own
Features
Super-Fast Transient Response
Genesis ONE responds to music signals in less than 1μs. This lightning-fast speed captures every transient — from the sharp strike of a snare to the shimmer of a cymbal — with absolute precision, giving you a level of clarity and realism that traditional drivers can’t match.
Extra-Wide Frequency Range
Covering an incredible 20 Hz to 55 kHz, Genesis ONE delivers bass that is deep and controlled, mids that are rich and natural, and highs that extend with airy openness far beyond human hearing — revealing subtle harmonics and spatial cues often lost in conventional headphones.
Low Distortion
With its 75mm honeycomb diaphragm and efficient design, Genesis ONE produces sound with astonishing purity. The diaphragm only needs to move slightly to generate powerful output, reducing distortion across all frequencies.
Ergonomic, Lightweight Design
Despite its large diaphragm and open architecture, Genesis ONE weighs in at under 310 grams. A carefully engineered low clamping force and plush, oversized ear pads provide exceptional comfort, even during marathon listening sessions.
Tech Specs
| Headphone | Genesis ONE |
| Housing | Open back |
| Driver technology | CrystalCore™ |
| Diaphragm size | 75 mm |
| Frequency range | 20-55 kHz |
| Sensitivity | 102 dB/mW (at 1 kHz) |
| Nominal impedance | >300 ohm |
| Weight | 310 grams |
| Cable | Detachable, 3.5mm (with 6.3 mm screw-on adaptor) |
In the box
Headphone
Dual 3.5mm TRS balanced cable
2 pairs of ear pads
User manual
Frequently Asked Questions
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The CrystalCore™ driver in Genesis One is not like a typical dynamic or planar magnetic driver. It behaves more like a capacitor than a resistor, meaning its impedance is frequency-dependent but usually well above 600 Ω. Because of this, it requires a higher voltage swing to perform at its best, even though it consumes very little current or power.
For the best listening experience, pair your headphones with a headphone amplifier capable of delivering clean, high-voltage output. Powerful speaker amplifiers can also be excellent matches — particularly classic Class A and Class AB designs.
Recommended pairings include:
Woo Audio WA5-LE
Woo Audio WA22
Cayin HA-1A MK2
Emotiva BasX A2L+ / A2+
Schiit Vidar 2F
To be updated
Portable dongles or low-powered headphone outputs may not provide enough voltage to unlock the full potential of Genesis One. For critical listening and demos, we recommend pairing with a proper desktop tube or high-voltage amplifier.
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The Genesis One does not have a fixed impedance like traditional dynamic headphones.
Because its crystal driver behaves as a capacitor rather than a resistor, its impedance depends on frequency.The driver’s capacitance is about 200 nF, so the impedance ZZZ can be estimated using:
Z=1/(2πfC)
For example:
At 1 kHz, Z≈800Ω
At 10 kHz, Z≈80Ω
At 100 Hz, Z≈8kΩZ
So the impedance decreases as frequency increases — unlike most dynamic drivers.
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The Genesis One has high sensitivity because its crystal driver consumes very little power to produce sound. However, it can still be difficult to drive since it requires a relatively high voltage swing to reach full performance.
It’s also important to note that the sensitivity of Genesis One isn’t directly comparable to that of traditional dynamic headphones, as the two technologies operate on very different electrical principles.
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Yes, the pads are fully replaceable. We offer leather, velour, and suede options, all available for direct order. Thanks to the design of Genesis One, changing earpads will not significantly alter the sound signature.
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Yes! In addition to our premium leather finishes, we also offer a vegan-friendly option made with high-quality synthetic materials. This alternative provides the same comfort and durability without the use of animal products. If you’d like the vegan version, simply send us a note after you back our project so we can make sure you receive it.
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Genesis One headphones come with a limited warranty that covers defects in materials and workmanship for one year from the date of purchase. If any part of your unit fails under normal use during that period—such as driver issues, build defects, or mechanical failures—we will repair or replace the affected part at no charge to you.
This warranty does not cover:
Damage due to misuse, abuse, or accidents (drops, exposure to water, etc.)
Modifications or unauthorized repairs
Normal wear and tear (e.g. pads, cables, cosmetic scratches)
To make a claim, simply contact our support team with your proof of purchase and a description (and photos if possible) of the issue. We’ll guide you through the repair or replacement process.