All items tagged with headphones (599)

Meze Audio Introduces Liric 2nd Generation Closed-Back Headphones

March 7, 2024 by Joao Martins

Meze Audio Introduces Liric 2nd Generation Closed-Back Headphones

Meze Audio introduced its latest Liric 2nd Generation headphones, an evolution of its acclaimed Liric closed-back design with performance enhancements that derived mostly from community feedback. For this second-generation, the Romanian company selected a stunning new striped ebony wood finish and added more modularity for easier upgrades and longer life. The Liric 2nd Generation's sound profile has also been tuned to deliver an even better listening experience.

Audio-Technica Introduces Narukami Ultra-High-End Tube Headphone Amplifier and Headphones

March 7, 2024 by audioXpress Staff

Audio-Technica Introduces Narukami Ultra-High-End Tube Headphone Amplifier and Headphones

Audio-Technica is introducing its Narukami ultra-high-end audio products, which are meant to take the pursuit of analog and tube sound reproduction to a new level of excellence. Making their US premiere at CanJam NYC 2024 (March 9 – 10 at the Marriott Marquis, New York), the Narukami HPA-KG NARU Tube Headphone Amplifier and ATH-AWKG Closed-Back Dynamic Wooden Headphones are ultimate-quality works of audio art. With a price that could buy a house not a long time ago, this is in the above-luxury category.

R&D Stories: TPCD Technology in Headphones - Engineering to Control Diaphragm Resonances

January 31, 2024 by Martin Turesson

R&D Stories: TPCD Technology in Headphones - Engineering to Control Diaphragm Resonances

This article details how thin-ply carbon diaphragm (TPCD) technology can also be applied to headphones, allowing precise control of diaphragm resonances rather than trying to reduce its negative effects, as the speaker industry already recognizes. As the pioneer of TPCD technology, Composite Sound is now entering the over-ear headphone market with its Metamodal TPCD engineering approach, enabling headphones with better sound quality, improved bass performance, and higher sensitivity.

beyerdynamic Unveils New DT 770 PRO X Limited Edition Headphones

January 26, 2024 by audioXpress Staff

beyerdynamic Unveils New DT 770 PRO X Limited Edition Headphones

Celebrating its centennial, beyerdynamic announced a limited-edition version of the classic DT 770 PRO headphones featuring the company's latest driver technology, plus detachable cables and components. The all-new DT 770 PRO X Limited Edition blends the most popular design features of the DT 770 PRO with the dynamic STELLAR.45 driver system's flexibility. The DT 770 PRO X headphones are now available in limited quantities for pre-order for $199, with wider availability to come later in 2024.

New Ways to Measure Noise Cancelling, Transparency, and Other Modes in Headphones and Earphones

January 24, 2024 by Brent Butterworth

New Ways to Measure Noise Cancelling, Transparency, and Other Modes in Headphones and Earphones

Now that headphones and earphones are adding situational awareness, hearing protection and hearing enhancement features, HEAD acoustics created new test methods to evaluate these functions, faithfully simulating environments that a consumer might typically encounter when using products with these features. As an experienced reviewer in this category, Brent Butterworth was invited to visit HEAD acoustics' US headquarters in Brighton, MI, to learn about all the solutions the company has developed for this purpose, based on measurement techniques outlined in ETSI standards.

Sennheiser Announces HD 490 PRO Reference Studio Headphones

January 23, 2024 by audioXpress Staff

Sennheiser Announces HD 490 PRO Reference Studio Headphones

Built to handle the complexities of today’s music production, the new Sennheiser open-back HD 490 PRO headphones are a surprising launch for the German brand, attempting to recover the prestige gained in the high-end circles, in a professional studio design. The new circumaural, dynamic headphones target highly precise sound reproduction and a very wide and realistic sound stage as required for mixing and mastering music. It will likely be highly sought after also by musicians and music enthusiasts in general.

JLab Introduces its First Bluetooth LE Audio Wireless Headphones with ANC at an Unbeatable Price

January 8, 2024 by Joao Martins

JLab Introduces its First Bluetooth LE Audio Wireless Headphones with ANC at an Unbeatable Price

As a company that always targets affordable price points, JLab’s first foray into the higher end, over ear headphone market delivers a suite of advanced features and a comfortable design that deserves notice. The new $79.99 JBuds Lux ANC Wireless Headphones combine quality sound reproduction, 70+ hours of playback, and advanced features such as smart active noise canceling in a Bluetooth LE Audio-enabled product.

HEAR360 and Sonical Join Forces to Bring Spatial Audio to Sonical's CosmOS Headphone Operating System

January 5, 2024 by Joao Martins

HEAR360 and Sonical Join Forces to Bring Spatial Audio to Sonical's CosmOS Headphone Operating System

HEAR360 and Sonical announced a strategic partnership that delivers value to headphone manufacturers and their end users. At launch, HEAR360's industry recognized real-time spatial audio engine will be available in CosmOS's growing ecosystem of plugins and apps, enabling manufacturers to offer customizable experiences that can be enjoyed on any wired or wireless headphones/earbuds, supporting Bluetooth, Ultra-wideband and Wi-Fi.

Urbanista Unveils Second Generation Headphones and TWS Earbuds with Powerfoyle Solar Cell Technology

January 4, 2024 by audioXpress Staff

Urbanista Unveils Second Generation Headphones and TWS Earbuds with Powerfoyle Solar Cell Technology

Urbanista, the Swedish lifestyle audio brand, announced the new and advanced Urbanista Los Angeles headphones and Urbanista Phoenix true wireless earbuds, the next generation of its innovative light powered audio products with integrated Powerfoyle solar cell material from Exeger. The two all-new updated self-charging models will be the highlight for Urbanista at CES 2024.

Development & Design: The Impact of Microphone Specifications on Active Noise Cancellation Performance

January 3, 2024 by Nikolay Skovorodnikov

Development & Design: The Impact of Microphone Specifications on Active Noise Cancellation Performance

Active noise cancellation (ANC) is a popular feature for consumer electronics headsets, headphones, and earbuds. Designing effective ANC imposes particular specification requirements on audio chain components, including microphones. This article explains how to achieve better true wireless stereo ANC designs, offering valuable insights for this trending application.

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