Knowles Enhances Performance for Meizu LIVE AI Noise Cancelling Hi-Fi Earbuds

May 23 2024, 02:10
Knowles Corporation announced that Meizu, a consumer audio brand from China, has selected Knowles balanced armature (BA) drivers and SiSonic high-performance MEMS microphones to produce premium sound for its new LIVE AI Noise Cancelling Hi-Fi Earbuds. Now available in China and other countries in the APAC region, the Meizu LIVE AI earbuds combine the BAs with a coaxial driver, tuned to the Knowles Preferred Listening Curve. Meizu also offers a first-of-its-kind capability that uses artificial intelligence to identify user listening preferences.

For the new LIVE AI Noise Cancelling Hi-Fi Earbuds, Meizu prioritized high-resolution audio performance matched with superior noise reduction, which lead to specifying a distinctive hardware blend. A customized Knowles BA within each earpiece delivers exceptional treble performance in a footprint small enough to fit within the ear tip, producing crystal-clear frequencies up to 40kHz without compromising comfort. This complements the rich, low-frequency range delivered by the earbuds' coaxial dual driver design, which adds fully symmetrical output, strong low-frequency envelopment, and minimal interference across frequency bands. Supported by an LHDC 5.0 codec, the earbuds offer listeners well-rounded sound quality across frequency ranges.

The Meizu LIVE AI Noise Cancelling Hi-Fi Earbuds are also designed to meet the heightened consumer demands for versatile, personalized listening. The earbuds offer AI Dynamic Tune, a first-of-its-kind capability that uses artificial intelligence to identify user listening preferences to inform tailored sound experiences. Users can choose individualized and pre-set equalizer settings available in the app. The equalization settings are among the first to feature tuning for the Knowles Preferred Listening Response Curve. The Knowles Curve aims to accommodate a preference for a heightened treble response beyond 10kHz reported by listeners of all age groups and hearing abilities.

Emphasizing universal applicability, the earbuds also leverage a Sony Semiconductor Solutions premium chip to enable Intelligent Active Noise Reduction Mode. Featuring six Knowles SiSonic high-performance Falcon MEMS microphones and a proprietary AI noise reduction algorithm, the earbuds offer noise-free calls and versatile listening modes for travel, gaming, work, sports, studying, and more. Each earbud has a nine-hour battery life for long-term wear, with over 22 hours of charge available from the case.

"In more than a century of recording and playback technology development, we’ve been proud to work with brands like Knowles to innovate and introduce milestone inventions that transform the way we experience music,” said Zhipan Huang, Meizu Executive Vice President. "Pairing Knowles balanced armatures with our coaxial dual drivers marks another step in Meizu’s commitment to pursuing better-sounding, more personalized experiences for our consumers."

"Consumers trust Meizu to provide high-quality and affordable earphones and electronics," says Jon Kiachian, President of MedTech and Specialty Audio at Knowles Corporation. "With the debut of the landmark LIVE AI Noise Cancelling Hi-Fi Earbuds, Knowles is proud to demonstrate the evolution of its balanced armatures and continue to support Meizu in delivering full-range, high-quality and personalized sound across all listeners and use cases."

The Meizu LIVE AI Noise Cancelling Hi-Fi Earbuds are available for 599 CNY in China and several other countries in the APAC market at www.meizu.com
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