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Cambridge Audio Melomania 1: Sound discount

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Die Melomania 1 sind die ersten True-Wireless-In-Ear-Kopfhörer von Cambridge Audio – und konnten auch in unserem Test überzeugen.

The Melomania 1 True-Wireless-In-Ear headphones are available as part of Black Friday from November 20, 2020 in the Amazon webshop (partner link) and Cambridge Audio webshop for the reduced price of 77.93 euros in the colors Black and Stone. The silicone case for the Melomania 1 is available separately in the colors orange, pink, blue, light green, light gray and red for 9.74 euros (all prices include 16 percent VAT).

To the test report → Cambridge Audio Melomania 1 – True-Wireless In-Ear Headphones

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Deep discounts at Soundcore Anker from 11/20/20 to 12/07/20.

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As part of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, the Anker brand and Soundcore are once again offering a lot of discounted products.

Our overview shows you the highlights along with our links to the respective tests, if available.

Soundcore Life P2: Wireless Earbuds with CVC 8.0 noise isolation

Available here: https://bit.ly/3nA2rse
Regular price: 49,99 €
Reduced price: 34,99 €
Saved: 30%
Discount code: WSLIFE15
Valid from 20.11.20 00:00 o’clock until 07.12.20 23:59 o’clock
To our test report: https://www.kopfhoerer.de/test/soundcore-by-anker-life-p2/

Soundcore Liberty 2 Pro: In-Ear Studio Performance, Black

Available here: https://bit.ly/35N5XcM
Regular price: 129,99 €
Reduced price: 89,99 €
Saved: 30%
Discount code: WSPRO40
Valid from 20.11.20 00:00 o’clock until 07.12.20 23:59 o’clock
To our test report: https://www.kopfhoerer.de/test/soundcore-liberty-2-pro-by-anker/

Soundcore Liberty 2 Pro: In-Ear Studio Performance, White

Available here: https://bit.ly/35N5XcM
Regular price: 129,99 €
Reduced price: 89,99 €
Saved: 30%
Discount code: WSPRO40
Valid from 20.11.20 00:00 o’clock until 07.12.20 23:59 o’clock
To our test report: https://www.kopfhoerer.de/test/soundcore-liberty-2-pro-by-anker/

Soundcore Spirit Dot 2: Bluetooth headphones for sports and fitness

Available here: https://bit.ly/3kWrO65
Regular price: 75,99 €
Reduced price: 52,99 €
Saved: 30%
Discount code: WSFIT23
Nalid from 20.11.20 00:00 o’clock until 07.12.20 23:59 o’clock
To our test report: https://www.kopfhoerer.de/test/soundcore-spirit-dot-2-by-anker/

Soundcore Liberty Air: TWS In-Ears in Black

Available here: https://bit.ly/3ffvi26
Normal price: 69,99 €
Reduced price: 39,99 €
Saved: 42%
Discount code: WSAIR30
Valid from 13.10.20 00:00 o’clock until 14.10.20 23:59 o’clock
To our test report: https://www.kopfhoerer.de/test/anker-soundcore-liberty-air/

Soundcore Liberty Air 2: Black or White

Available here: https://bit.ly/331mfNu
Normal price: 99,99 €
Reduced price: 69,99 €
Saved: 30%
Discount Code: WS30AIR2
Valid from 13.10.20 00:00 o’clock until 14.10.20 23:59 o’clock
To our test report: https://www.kopfhoerer.de/test/soundcore-liberty-air-2-by-anker/

Soundcore Life Q30: Over-ear headphones with ANC

Available here: https://bit.ly/36PwPIA
Regular price: 79,99 €
Reduced price: 59,99 €
Saved: 25%
Discount code: WSNEW20
Valid from 13.10.20 00:00 o’clock until 14.10.20 23:59 o’clock
To our test report: https://www.kopfhoerer.de/test/soundcore-life-q30-by-anker/

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Thomann Cyber Week offers

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One week of bargains galore!

Musicians and tech lovers among the bargain hunters can rejoice and save big: On November 23, the Thomann Cyber Week Deals will be launched.

Up to 60% discount on over 300 handpicked deals from the entire range, from guitars to software to moving heads. The Thomann Cyber Week Deals run for one week, until November 30 at 23:59. Since the products are available in limited quantities, it is important to be quick. Because: if gone, then gone …

Your link to the Cyber Week Deals: http://www.thomann.de/intl/special_cyberweek.html

Thomann also has a blog article about 10 gift ideas from the Cyber Deals: https://www.thomann.de/blog/de/10-geschenkideen-aus-unseren-cyberdeals/

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Avantone Pro Planar: New reference headphone with magnetostatic driver technology introduced

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Avantone Pro has made an outstanding name for itself internationally with its groundbreaking studio tools.

The new Planar studio headphones are intended to continue this tradition in an exemplary manner and, with their magnetostatic driver technology, ensure an unprecedentedly accurate representation of dynamic as well as fine-dynamic relationships and also impress with an exceptionally wide and linear frequency response.

Comfortable ear cushions and a comparatively low weight are supposed to provide outstanding comfort during daily work in the studio.

Planar – the driver technology of the future
Headphones usually work with traditional dynamic cone drivers – and the associated disadvantages. For example, the combination of cone diaphragms with voice coils is comparatively heavy and thus sluggish, which can lead to limited treble reproduction and problematic transient imaging. For this reason, true high-end headphones have for many years used electrostatic drivers, in which a very light, electrically charged metal foil vibrates between two metal plates. However, electrostats also come with some problems: they require a high-voltage source and an extremely potent preamplifier to operate, which are usually included, making the headphones expensive and somewhat inflexible. Planar drivers combine the best of both driver technologies: The foil vibrating between two magnets is equipped with conductive paths through which the audio signal flows. This makes the supply voltage of the electrostat superfluous, so that the planar driver congenially combines the accurate reproduction of the electrostat with the uncomplicated handling of the dynamic transducer.

Avantone Pro Planar: Sound quality redefined
The term planar technology alone is synonymous with outstanding accuracy, impressive detail, well-defined spatiality, perfect timing, and deep and natural bass response. However, these benefits can only be put into practice with meticulous development work. As one of the most experienced monitor manufacturers, Avantone Pro is said to have perfectly coordinated all the individual details of the Planar and created a headphone whose sonic advantages are unparalleled, and not only in its price class. For example, the 70 x 95 mm diaphragms are said to be both exceptionally light and stable, and the magnet units on both sides are said to provide outstanding impulse fidelity. The open ear cups are said to have been optimized in countless listening tests for maximum freedom from resonance, so that they do not impede the diaphragm movements in any way. Powerful neodymium magnets are also said to provide exceptionally high efficiency and powerful reproduction down to the deepest bass basement. The Planar from Avantone Pro is thus said to have all the prerequisites to redefine high-quality headphone sound.

Groundbreaking wearing comfort
Even though Planar headphones are always a bit larger than traditional models, Avantone Pro is not content to compromise on wearing comfort. The Planar’s headband is said to have been optimized along with the ear cups for perfect balance. The spacious, soft ear cushions are said to adapt perfectly to any head shape. In addition, the open design of the Planar from Avantone Pro not only ensures a resonance-free and spatial sound image, but also prevents heat build-up during long listening sessions, so that the new model can be used for many hours without any problems. The developers of Avantone Pro are experienced studio practitioners who know full well that details are also important in the stressful day-to-day production environment: the Planar’s cable can therefore be flexibly attached to either the left or right ear cup, depending on the operating environment. A valuable contribution to ergonomics in the workplace. For easy and safe transport, the Planar comes in a convenient carrying case that also provides space for the cable and other accessories.

Planar from Avantone Pro brings color to the studio
The days when high-quality studio equipment looked gray, sober and boring are long gone. That’s why the Planar from Avantone Pro is not only functional, but also exceptionally well-designed and cuts a fine figure in any environment. And it comes in several colors, as the Planar is available in either elegant black or eye-catching red – the excellent sound quality, however, is the same for both variants.

Prices and availability
The new Planar headphones from Avantone Pro are distributed exclusively by Audiowerk in Germany, Austria and Switzerland and are available on the market immediately. The recommended retail price is €469.00 including VAT.

More info at: audiowerk.eu/avantone-pro

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Nuraphone becomes a gaming headset

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With the gaming microphone accessory, Nura extends the innovative technology of personalized sound to the computer and online gaming world.

It all started with the Nuraphone for the Australian manufacturer. Now, the unique in-ear (for review) and over-ear headphones (for review), which use an otoacoustic hearing test to create an individual sound profile, can be expanded with the new gaming microphone. Nura thus aims to completely reinvent the sound experience when playing computer or online games, bringing opponents and game environments into focus in an auditory way. The gaming microphone for the Nuraphone wants to be the ideal addition for all gamers and is available now.

All facts at a glance:

Built-in control for easy volume adjustment and muting
Works with PC/Mac, Sony PS4, Microsoft Xbox, Nintendo Switch, mobile devices and more
Integrated safety hook provides grip and prevents annoying slipping of the microphone
Answer incoming calls directly with the
microphone
Microphone sensitivity: -51 decibels
Connection via a 3.5-millimeter jack plug
Nura app for creating a sound profile is available for iOS and Android
Dimensions: 80 x 190 x 180 millimeters
Length of the cable: 2 meters
Weight: 80 grams
Compatible with Nuraphone (is not included)
Scope of delivery: 1 Nura gaming microphone, 1 safety hook
Price: 59,99€
The Nura Gaming Microphone for the Nuraphone is now available in German stores and on Amazon (partner link*)

Gaming Microphone
In combination with the Nuraphone, the new gaming microphone offers a complete package for all gamers. Gamers should be able to open up new dimensions with the Nuraphone’s customized sound profile and use the detailed soundscape to their advantage in the game. All the advantages that the Nuraphone brings on the acoustic level are now to be complemented by the matching microphone for digital sound generation. The gaming microphone is supposed to be ready for any gaming experience, it is flexible and is supposed to be easy to use. It can be connected directly to the Nuraphone via a cable and plugged into the corresponding device via a 3.5 millimeter jack plug. An integrated safety hook prevents annoying slipping during play. The volume control, which is very accessibly built right into the cable, can also mute the sound instantly. With the Nura Gaming Microphone, in addition to talking to fellow gamers, it is also possible to answer incoming calls directly. The microphone works with all consoles, including Microsoft Xbox, Sony PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, PC/Mac and streaming platforms.

Pricing and availability
The gaming microphone is available now as an add-on for the Nuraphone for 59.99 euros at German retailers and on Amazon (partner link*). Soular GmbH & Co. KG is the exclusive distributor of Nura in Germany and Austria.

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Cambridge Audio presents Melomania Touch

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Cambridge Audio presents the Melomania Touch, the latest member of the Melomania family including a completely revised form factor.
Excellent wearing comfort, intuitive touch operation and the smart Melomania App meet up to 50 hours of playback time with the cutting-edge true wireless in-ear headphones from Cambridge Audio. This is how “Great British Sound” becomes mobile.

With the Melomania Touch true-wireless in-ear headphones from Cambridge Audio, music lovers always have their favorite soundtrack with them. Data from over 3,000 ear impressions served as the basis for the development of a perfect fit that flatters every ear, according to the manufacturer. In addition to their special plus in wearing comfort, the in-ear headphones are said to impress with their legendary “Great British Sound” – and in unprecedented sound quality. This is to be ensured by Cambridge Audio’s pioneering Class A/B amplifier technology, which is now to be used for the first time in a true-wireless in-ear. With a total battery life of up to 50 hours, the Melomania Touch should also prove to be a real endurance runner. The mobile sound artists are rounded off by the new Melomania app. It aims to offer a wide range of sound customization options, including specially optimized “Transparency”, “High Performance” and “Low Power” modes, because listening habits are as individual as one’s own musical tastes.

Don’t stop the music: up to 50 hours of “Great British Sound
Unadulterated sound, with nothing added and nothing left out: The “Great British Sound” has been in every single Cambridge Audio product for over 50 years. The Melomania Touch is now intended to make the legendary sound of the traditional British company in a compact format wirelessly mobile. Graphene-coated 7mm drivers are used in the process, which aim to provide an impressive sonority. Thanks to the high-resolution Bluetooth codecs aptX and AAC, no detail is lost during playback. With up to nine hours of continuous playback time, long listening sessions should not be a problem even on the go. The included charging case aims to provide new momentum for the next nine hours of music enjoyment with its additional 41 hours after a short charging stop – making the Melomania Touch independent of the nearest power outlet for up to 50 hours.

Intuitive and cuddly: best wearing comfort with touch operation
During the development of the Melomania Touch at Cambridge Audio’s headquarters in London, the focus was not only on pure sound reproduction, but also on a particularly high level of wearing comfort. Based on over 3,000 ear impressions, a completely new housing is said to have been created, which is said to fit seamlessly to the earcup. As a result, the true-wireless in-ears are said to be quickly forgotten in the ear, leaving only the music to take center stage. A variety of earpieces and ear wings are included in the scope of delivery, guaranteeing an individual fit to a wide range of ears. Maximum comfort is also the top priority when it comes to operation: Intuitive touch gestures are intended to enable playback and volume control as well as answering incoming calls. At the same time, the supported voice assistants Google Assistant and Siri can be activated via touch command for simple control by voice command. The smartphone can thus safely remain in the pocket.

Up to date: Melomania app and latest wireless standards
With the Melomania App, the Melomania Touch gets energetic support on any smartphone. From a charge level indicator for both earphones to uncomplicated firmware updates and the practical “Find my Earphones” function, the app is designed to offer owners of the Melomania Touch real added value. Extensive EQ setting options also allow for customization to one’s listening preferences. Cambridge Audio has equipped the Melomania Touch with the latest wireless technologies: Thanks to Bluetooth 5.0 and the latest Qualcomm chipset, a stable connection should be guaranteed. However, the in-ears do not only want to cut a good figure when playing music, but also want to be a high-quality headset for phone calls thanks to the latest generation microphones. With the innovative “Transparency” mode, ambient noise can also be optionally faded in or out with just a tap of the finger.

Crazy about music: “High Performance” mode for even more sound fidelity
Cambridge Audio stands for a strong passion for music like few other companies. This passion is also reflected in Melomania (“crazy about music”), a fully equipped club for live concerts in the basement of the company’s headquarters in London. It’s no coincidence, then, that the company’s true-wireless in-ear series is also named Melomania. James Johnson-Flint, CEO Cambridge Audio, is pleased to present a sonically powerful premiere with the “High Performance” mode of the Melomania Touch:

“With our new High Performance mode, sound enthusiasts coax the last extra ounce of fidelity out of the already great-sounding Melomania Touch. To achieve this, our development team has integrated the same Class A/B amplifier technology that is used in our multi-award-winning CX Series integrated amplifiers. This is a world first in the in-ear sector. It allows us to achieve a significantly wider soundstage with less noise and lower distortion, for a more immersive sound experience than ever before.”

Technical data (manufacturer’s specifications):

BLUETOOTH VERSION: Bluetooth 5.0, Class 2.
PROCESSOR: Triple-core processor: subsystem with dual-core 32-bit processor and Qualcomm QCC3020 single-core 120 MHz Kalimba DSP audio subsystem
SUPPORTED PROFILES: A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP
SUPPORTED CODECS: aptX™, AAC, SBC.
LATENCY: Low (varies by codec and streaming device)
DRIVER: 7 mm dynamic with optimized graphene diaphragm.
FREQUENCY OUTPUT (HEADPHONES): 20 Hz – 20 kHz.
TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: < 0.04 % at 1 kHz 1mW
PLAYBACK TIME (HEADPHONES): Up to 9 hours (continuous A2DP playback) *In power saving mode.
PLAYBACK TIME (TOTAL): Up to 50 hours (9 + 41) *In power saving mode.
CHARGING TIME: Approx. 120 min. (from 0 to 100%)
POWER SUPPLY: 5 V, 500 mA (or higher): Charge via USB cable (USB-C cable included).
MICROPHONES: MEMS with cVc™ noise cancellation.
MICROPHONE SENSITIVITY: 100 dB SPL at 1 kHz.
FREQUENCY GAIN (MICROPHONE): 100 Hz to 8 kHz.
LANGUAGE CONTROL: Yes: Siri (iOS) / Google Assistant (Android).
OPERATING TEMPERATURE: 0 °C to +40 °C
RELATIVE AIR HUMIDITY DURING OPERATION: 10 to 80 %, non-condensing
DIMENSIONS: charging box: 30 x 72 x 44 mm; headphones: 23 x 24 mm (attachment without “wing”)
WEIGHT: Headphones: 5.9 g each (11.8 g both headphones); Charging box: 55.6 g; Total: 67.4 g
COLOR/SURFACE: Black: Glossy outer surface; White: Glossy outer surface
COLOR/SURFACE (CHARGER BOX): Black: High-quality microfiber leather; White: High-quality microfiber leather (vegan)

General information, prices and availability
The Melomania Touch true-wireless in-ear headphones will be available from January 2021 in black and white exclusively from the Cambridge Audio webshop and the Cambridge Audio Amazon webshop for a suggested retail price of 139.95 euros.

For more information, visit:
https://www.cambridgeaudio.com/deu/de/products/headphones/melomania-touch

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ESI Audiotechnik announces cooperation with dSONIQ Realphones

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Die innovative Technologie bringt Tonstudio-Sound in den ESI-Kopfhörer

Simulating the sound of a high-quality recording studio control room in a pair of headphones – that’s the mission of the company dSONIQ.

The versatile software Realphones (to the test), which can do exactly that, is now available as ESI version, optimally adapted to the headphones eXtra 10. The special: In December, ESI customers can download the software as a free Christmas present.

Recording studio professionals know the problem: A song has to be finished by a deadline, but you are already on the way to the next job. When working in the train or on the plane, headphones are a good alternative, but the problem of altered stereo perception and phase cancellations still remains.

The Realphones software from dSONIQ provides a remedy: It recreates the acoustic environment of the recording studio control room in a headphone and corrects its frequency response. The sound from the headphones thus almost corresponds to that of a perfectly balanced control room with high-quality monitoring speakers.

Mastering to Mix Check: Everything goes with the headphones from now on
With Realphones, headphones become a reliable monitoring tool for mixing tracks – whether on the road or in the studio. And that’s not all: Thanks to the software, a complete mix check can also be performed. It only takes a single mouse click to make the headphones sound as if the sound was coming from hi-fi speakers, as if it were coming from the room next door, or as if you were listening to it in your earpods. The song can thus be completely finished without having to take off the headphones even once.

Realphones ESI Edition is perfectly matched to the eXtra 10 headphones.
Through months of measurement work, developers from Russia have managed to simulate the perfect studio sound in the orange headphones of the German manufacturer ESI. This means that the innovative technology of dSONIQ is now available to all users of the ESI eXtra 10 headphones.

Software as a Christmas present for all eXtra 10 owners

“The music scene has had a tough year,” says ESI CEO Claus Riethmüller. “Maybe we can make one or two customers happy with this at the end of the year.”

The high-quality Realphones ESI Edition is therefore a Christmas gift to customers of the company ESI.

From December 1, owners of eXtra 10 headphones can register for the free download at https://www.esi-audio.de/realphones/.

The promotion applies to all eXtra 10 headphones as well as all U22 XT cosMik sets purchased since market launch.

After installing the Realphones ESI Edition, an update to the full version (with 30% discount) is possible at any time. The full version of Realphones with extended usage options can be purchased at www.dsoniq.com.

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Live and tour series presented: JBL 2021 sends five new headphones into the race!

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HARMAN International is kicking off 2021 with “HARMAN ExPLORE,” providing the first glimpse of new products and technologies in headphones and true wireless.

In addition, the new year is marked by the 75th anniversary of the JBL brand, which was founded in 1946 in Los Angeles, California, by James B. Lansing.

JBL LIVE Series

JBL is expanding its JBL LIVE headphone series with three new models: the JBL LIVE PRO+ as a TWS option in the trendy stick design, as well as the over-ear model JBL LIVE660NC and the on-ear variant JBL LIVE 460NC will round off the series from the spring. Among other things, they introduce adaptive noise cancelling with Smart Ambient and shine with long-lasting batteries as well as numerous other features.

JBL announces three new headphones, the JBL LIVE PRO+, JBL LIVE 660NC and JBL LIVE 460NC, to complement the successful LIVE series. With one True Wireless model and one each of on-ear and over-ear products, JBL covers all requirements and promises its customers an outstanding listening experience without compromise. All headphones come with JBL Signature Sound, noise cancellation features as well as Smart Ambient and hands-free control with integrated voice assistants. This is how JBL gets the most out of high-quality audio.

Features of the JBL LIVE PRO+

JBL Signature Sound
Adaptive noise cancelling with Smart Ambient
Wireless charging (Qi compatible) or USB-C fast charging
Microphones with echo cancellation
Dual Connect+ Sync
Auto play/pause
Up to 7 hours of battery life with the earbuds (up to 6 hours with ANC use)
Compact carrying/charging case with up to 21 hours of battery backup
All-access touch control
IPX4 waterproof rating
Fast pairing
Multi-voice assistant voice control (Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa)
Hotword and device action support
Customizable via My JBL Headphones app

The JBL LIVE PRO+ is scheduled to be available in April 2021, with a suggested retail price of EUR 179.00. The color palette includes four colors: black, white, pink, beige.

For those who prefer an over-ear headphone, the JBL LIVE 660NC is a true endurance headphone with up to 40 hours of battery life when using adaptive noise cancelling or even up to 50 hours without using this option. With its battery reserves, the headphones are the perfect companion for traveling or even working from home. The JBL LIVE 660NC supports multipoint connections and can be conveniently switched between two separate devices. Similar to the JBL LIVE PRO+, the over-ear model supports hotword and device actions, making it convenient to access voice assistants via voice command or by pressing and holding the control panel on the ear cup.

Features of the JBL LIVE 600NC

JBL Signature Sound
Auto play/pause
Adaptive noise cancelling with Smart Ambient
Hands-free voice control (Google and Amazon)
Stereo calls
Multiple connection
Up to 50 hours of playback (up to 40 hours when using adaptive noise cancelling)
Fast charging (10 minutes for 4 hours of music enjoyment)
Hotword and device action support
Customizable via My JBL Headphones app

The JBL LIVE 660NC is scheduled to go on sale in March 2021 with a suggested retail price of EUR 179.00. Color options include black, blue and white.

Marking the optimal price/performance combination in the new JBL LIVE portfolio is the on-ear JBL LIVE 460NC model. The headphones also offer adaptive noise cancelling with Smart Ambient as well as functions for activating voice assistants via hotword or device actions. A battery life of around 50 hours and the quick-charge functions make this product particularly attractive.

Features of the JBL LIVE 460NC

JBL Signature Sound
Auto play/pause
Adaptive noise cancelling with Smart Ambient
Hands-free voice control (Google and Amazon)
Stereo calls
Multiple connection
Up to 50 hours of playback
Fast charging (10 minutes for 4 hours of music enjoyment)
Hotword and device action support
Customizable via My JBL Headphones app.

The JBL LIVE 460NC is also scheduled for release in March 2021. At a recommended retail price of 129.00 EUR, the color versions black, blue, white and rose are available here.

JBL Tour headphones

The JBL Tour series marks the first time HARMAN has introduced a line of headphones under the JBL brand specifically designed for business users such as office users or business travelers. To launch in May, JBL will initially ship the JBL Tour Pro+ true wireless model and the JBL Tour ONE over-ear headphones. Both are said to impress with adaptive noise cancelling, crystal-clear voice quality, strong battery life and numerous personalization options.

The features of the JBL Tour ONE

True adaptive noise cancellation
JBL Pro Sound with dynamic 40-millimeter drivers
Hi-Res Audio certified, supports frequencies up to 40 kHz
50 hours of music playback maximum (Bluetooth enabled only)
Up to 25 hours of music enjoyment via
Bluetooth with noise cancelling active
Fast charging via USB-C (10 minutes of charging for an additional 2 hours of playtime)
Adaptive Ambient Aware and TalkThru
4-microphone technology for superior voice quality in phone mode
Hands-free voice control from Google and Amazon
Auto play/pause
Silent Now and “My Alarm” for travel
Smart Switch optimized for listening to music versus a movie
Compatible with the JBL Headphones app to customize listening and usage patterns
Fast Pairing

The JBL Tour Pro+ is designed as a True Wireless variant, addressing users who prefer compact in-ear headphones. With its adaptive noise cancelling, these headphones block out all ambient noise – or allow it in the background. For example, in situations where users need to be aware of their surroundings. Thanks to Fast Pair, the headphones automatically connect to their user’s (Android) device as soon as the charging and carrying case is opened. In addition, Dual Connect+ Sync allows users to seamlessly enjoy music or make calls with one or both Earbuds, respectively. The JBL Tour Pro+ achieves up to 30 hours of playtime and is equipped for Qi wireless charging. With beamforming array technology and three microphones each, these true wireless earbuds guarantee crystal clear voice quality and are great for streaming and entertainment, as well as a workday full of calls and activities.

The features of the JBL Tour Pro+

Adaptive noise cancellation
JBL Pro Sound with dynamic 6.8-millimeter drivers
Approximately 30 hours total runtime (headphones + charging cradle)
Approx. 6 hours with noise cancelling activated
Approximately 8 hours of pure playtime in Bluetooth mode
Fast charging (10 minutes of charging for 1 more hour of playtime)
Adaptive Ambient Aware and TalkThru
Clear speech intelligibility with 3 microphones in beamforming array technology
Dual Connect+ Sync and Fast Pair
Hands-free voice control from Google and Amazon
IPX4 sweat resistant
SilentNow and My Alarm
Smart Audio and Smart Video, for optimized listening in music or video mode
Custom control panel
Option to check the perfect fit of the earpieces via app (“Check My Best Fit”)
Compatible with the JBL Headphones app to customize listening and usage patterns

Both the JBL Tour ONE and JBL Tour Pro+ have already been named “Best of Innovation Honorees” in the prestigious CES 2021 Innovation Awards. This puts the JBL Tour Pro+ in line with three other JBL True Wireless headphones that have also been honored. The CES Innovation Awards are owned and operated by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA). The annual competition honors outstanding design and development skill in consumer electronics in 28 product categories. A panel of distinguished judges, including representatives from media, design and development, reviews all entries based on innovation, technology, functionality, aesthetics and design.

Price and availability
The JBL Tour Series is scheduled to go on sale in May 2021. The recommended retail price is EUR 299.00 for the JBL Tour ONE and EUR 199.00 for the JBL Tour Pro+, respectively. Both headphones will be offered in black.

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Urbanista presents Miami

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Urbanista announces the launch of Urbanista Miami, a wireless active noise-canceling over-ear headphone available in four stylish colors.

Miami is the latest in the brand’s Active Noise Cancelling headphone range and aims to live up to its tagline “Designed for Life in Motion”. Urbanista Miami aims to combine a comfortable fit and crystal clear isolated sound with simplicity and reliability, allowing the listener to either completely block out the outside world or hear their surroundings without interrupting the listening experience.

The Miami are said to offer up to 50 hours of continuous playtime – up to 40 hours with Active Noise Cancelling (ANC) mode turned on. They’re also said to be designed for a crisp, immersive sound experience. The ANC feature lets you completely tune out the outside world and block out background noise at the touch of a button, so you can stay focused without unwanted interruptions. The integrated Ambient Sound Mode uses advanced technology to filter out important outside noises
out.

Axel Grell, the acoustic engineer who developed the sound design for Urbanista Miami, comments, “Urbanista Miami is designed to transport the emotions in your music directly to your soul. With a warm, contoured bass that extends to ultra-low frequencies as well as clean mids and highs. Miami delivers a stunning, clear sound experience whether you choose Active Noise Cancelling, Standard or Ambient Sound mode.”

Inspired by the vibrant pulse of the city, Urbanista Miami is said to be intelligently designed to fit into the user’s mobile lifestyle and complement their personal style with a choice of four different colors: Pearl White or Midnight Black, as well as Miami-inspired colors Ruby Red and Teal Green.
Urbanista Miami feature on-ear detection technology that is programmed to pause when the sensors detect you take the headphones off your head, and restart when they are put back on.
With Miami, you can effortlessly switch between iOS and Android devices and automatically connect via Bluetooth 5.0. The slim headphones adjust for a custom fit, and the smooth, cushioned cups fit snugly for comfortable, all-day listening. Included are a sturdy travel case, AUX cable, airline adapter, and USB Type-C charging cable.

CEO Anders Andreen comments, “We are excited to launch an on-ear alternative to our best-selling London headphones. We’ve combined features like Active Noise Cancelling and Ambient Sound Mode with trendy colors and amazing audio quality, while staying true to our contemporary Scandinavian design. We have always been inspired by the world’s most exciting cities, and Urbanista Miami is a great addition to our range of wireless products.”

Urbanista Miami is priced at EUR 149 and is available for pre-order now at www.urbanista.com/de/miami.

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Razer announces Hammerhead True Wireless Pro Earbuds with THX certification and noise isolation

By Editor 3 months ago

Razer’s new THX-certified wireless earbuds with Advanced Hybrid Active Noise Cancellation are said to offer low-latency audio and custom fits for immersive sound and that crucial gaming edge.

As with the Razer Hammerhead True Wireless (review), the Pro model features convenient touch controls and voice assistant compatibility, optimized low-latency Bluetooth connectivity, and extended battery life with the included charging case. A comfortable, secure fit with improved noise isolation is said to be provided by the in-ear design and the use of high-quality memory foam Comply ear tips. The Hammerhead True Wireless Pro Earbuds are also IPX4 certified for sweat and splash protection.

“The Hammerhead True Wireless Pro Earbuds are the perfect mobile accessory for everyday and mobile gamers who value high-quality audio and a customizable fit,” said John Moore, Head of Sales & Marketing, Growth Peripherals at Razer. “Users enjoy a perfect fit, premium audio quality and uninterrupted low-latency sound for movies, music, gaming, and voice and video calls – all in a compact format that fits in any pocket.”

Advanced hybrid Active Noise Cancellation for undisturbed listening pleasure.
The Hammerhead True Wireless Pro use hybrid ANC to eliminate both external and unwanted internal noise by simultaneously generating opposing sound waves. This is complemented by improved passive noise isolation. Two integrated external (feed-forward) and two integrated internal (feedback) microphones ensure sound is transmitted with crystal-clear quality.

THX Certified Audio
To meet the stringent requirements for THX certification, fine details such as frequency range and response are evaluated, and the unit must be able to reproduce clear, detailed vocals and deep, powerful bass without distortion at high volumes. The certification process also requires a high level of sound isolation, which the Hammerhead True Wireless Pro meet with their in-ear design for a tighter fit. Customized comfort as well as acoustic options are provided by black Comply premium foam ear tips and one of six sets of silicone ear tips in various sizes and materials.

“The Hammerhead True Wireless Pro Earbuds, along with the Razer Opus headphones, have earned the gold seal of THX certification,” said Peter Vasay, director of THX certification, THX Ltd. “We evaluate and optimize the headphones to ensure a high-quality sound experience that delivers rich, harmonious audio, clear voices and deep, impactful bass – perfect for music, gaming and movies.”

Wireless sound with low latency
The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Pro earbuds aim to deliver a wide soundstage for smartphone gaming, movies, and music with their 10mm drivers and 20-20kHz frequency response. With touch-activated gaming mode, the optimized Bluetooth connection reduces latency during gaming to just 60 ms, so users can experience more than 50% faster response time as audio and video are transmitted even more synchronously.

Touch-enabled controls and convenient, intuitive use
The Razer Hammerhead True Wireless Pro’s touch-enabled controls allow users to switch between ANC and Quick-Attention mode, control their music and calls, and activate their smartphone’s voice assistant with just a few touches. Quick Attention mode uses the microphones to allow outside noise, which is useful for impromptu conversation. A mobile app for iOS and Android devices provides access to audio equalizer settings, touch gesture remapping, a unique fit test, and more.

The Hammerhead True Wireless Pro Earbuds achieve up to 20 hours of battery life, with four hours of operation after charging the earbuds and up to four recharge cycles with the included USB-C case – perfect for storing and charging when you’re not using your Hammerhead True Wireless Pro Earbuds. To wear the new wireless earbuds in style, a protective Razer THS TPU case with carabiner clip is available from Razer.

Features (manufacturer’s specs):
Headphones:

Frequency Range: 20 Hz – 20kHz
Impedance: 16 Ohm
Driver: 10 mm
Approximate weight: 53 g (5 g x 2 earbuds, 43 g charging case)

Microphone:

Frequency response: 100 Hz – 10 kHz
Signal to noise ratio: 60 dB
Sensitivity (at 1 kHz): -42 dBFS
Pickup pattern: Omnidirectional

Touch operation:

Music control: play, pause, skip, back.
Call control: Answer, Reject, Switch, End
General: connect, power, enable gaming mode and virtual smartphone assistant

Battery:

Battery life: Up to 20 hours (with included case).

Compatibility:

Devices with Bluetooth audio capability.
Smartphone application available for Android and iOS devices
Supported codecs: SBC, AAC

Certifications:

THX certification

Prices & Availability
Hammerhead True Wireless Pro: 209,99 Euro (MSRP)
Hammerhead True Wireless Pro THS Carrying Case: 34.99 euros (MSRP).

The new TWS are available now on razer.com, and should be available at retailers in Q1 2021.

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