Apr/100
Six New Headphone Models !!!
It seems that this has been quite a busy day for Denon, since, besides the 3D-capable Blu-ray players we talked about earlier, they’ve also introduced six new headphone models. We’re talking about a high-end, luxury model (the AH-NC800), three over-the-ear versions (AH-D1100, AH-D510R and AH-D310R) and two sets of earphones, the AH-C560R and AH-C260R. Notably, in order to ensure maximum comfort for all wearers, the company’s fresh over-ear headphones all benefit from a unique R&D initiative based on precise scientific modeling and anatomical measurements of the human head. The result is a new type of headphone band engineered with a “human factor,” leaving virtually no gap between the band and the wearer’s head. In addition, all fresh Denon over-ear headphones feature newly developed 3D draping soft skin and foam cushion ear-pads for superb comfort and hours of enjoyment without “listening fatigue.” The solid aluminum housing construction of the AH-NC800, AH-D1100 and AH-D510R models adds yet another level of rock solid construction for added durability and style. It’s also interesting to mention that four of the six models (AH-D510R, AH-D31OR, AH-C560R and AH-C260R) feature a specially designed three-button remote control/microphone that provides easy access to both voice and music control, and is compatible with Apple Voice Control, for Apple iPhone 3GS, iPod touch 2G and the latest generation shuffle. These also control the iPad. Denon’s luxury-class AH-NC800s headphones feature newly developed dual noise-cancelling technology (feed-back and feed-forward) that reduces ambient noise by 99%. Moreover, they have Denon’s proprietary Compressed Audio Restorer, an audio-enhancing technology, which restores musical nuances and subtleties, while superior audio reproduction is further enhanced by high-quality 40mm drivers, as well as OFC cables with gold-plated straight plug connector. The headphone models feature an ergonomic design that isolates the ear more steadily and comfortably, and also decreases mechanical vibration. A newly developed Hybrid (metal or plastic combined with Elastomer) housing ensures clean sound, and a Radial Cascade Damper (in models AH-C260R and AH-C560R) reduces noise from touched cables. For total flexibility, all models come with multiple sizes of comfortable ear tips, extension cables and ear clips to ensure perfect fit for every listener. And now, for pricing and availability. So, in-ear models AH-C560R and AH-C260R are slated to arrive in June and sell for $99 and $49, respectively, while the $99 AH-D510R and $69 AH-D310R will hit the shelves in August. Finally, the AH-D1100 is slated for a September release and will sell for $199. Sadly, there’s no pricing info available on the top-range AH-NC800 model, but we do know that it will make an appearance at some point in August, so we’ll have to wait until then to see what’s what.
Jan/100
Even If You’re Running JVC’s HA-EB75 Earphones Will Stay on
There are a lot of people out there who simply love going out jogging in the morning or going to the gym and exercising while listening to their favorite music being played on their MP3 players. Unfortunately, most of these players’ standard earphones don’t provide a particular good level of stability for intense physical action, or, in simpler words, they tend to fall out of their users’ ears.
For this reason, JVC has brought to this year’s CES its HA-EB75 headphones, which feature an adjustable ear clip for increased security and comfort. Plus, in order to accommodate various customers’ tastes, the new JVC headphones are available in a choice of three different colors, namely blue, black and silver.
Designed for sports and other active uses, the JVC HA-EB75 splash-proof headphones incorporate a soft rubber ear clip that fits around the outer ear to hold the earbud in place. To ensure a comfortable and secure fit, the ear clip is adjustable, with a slide mechanism that offers five different positions to adjust to different size ears.
To ensure high quality sound reproduction, a 0.53-inch (13.5mm) neodymium driver in each earpiece provides powerful sound with bass boost earpieces to deliver enhanced audio quality. Also, the splash-proof design helps protect the headphones from the elements. The HA-EB75 come with a four-foot (1.2m) friction noise reduction cord and an iPhone-compatible plug.
Pricing for the new JVC headphones is quite interesting, making them more than affordable. So, according to the Japanese company, its HA-EB75 adjustable ear clip headphones are scheduled to officially arrive in stores at some point in February, pricing starting at a mere US $12.95. Pretty OK for a pair of headphones that will ensure a good fit pretty much wherever and whenever one might decide to use them, even while doing sports.
Jan/100
New HA-FXC80 Model of JVC’s
Along with the many other products recently announced, introduced, presented or launched, JVC also announced the addition of a pair of in-ears to its premium Black series headphone line. These are the new HA-FXC80 headphones that mix advanced materials and the company’s Micro-HD driver, all in a uniquely designed cabinet that ensures comfort and a secure fit.
What makes the headphones perform so well, firstly, is mainly the core, that JVC Micro-HD driver, that via development and design is placed in the ear canal, rather than the common placement in the housing outside the ear found in conventional designs. The only result I can find in this is that the wearer’s ear itself will act as the driver’s cabinet, ensuring a more detailed sound reproduction than what happens in other designs along with sound reflections. Also, the sound isolation from outside noise is improved.
A further improvement in the design is the use of a carbon housing and carbon diaphragm, so that overall, the HA-FXC80 headphones deliver crisp, clean sound and that desired and demanded solid and rich bass.The Tri-form design is what enables users to wear the headphones with the cord below the ear or, if they wish, to turn the housing so that the cord is wrapped over the top and behind the ear, ensuring a more secure fit, for jogging as an example.
Even better, the company included detachable soft ear loops for securing even more the over-the-ear placement of the cord, while for the optimum in-ear fit and close to zero sound leakage JVC was kind enough to include three sizes of soft silicon earpieces. With a gold-plated iPhone-compatible slim plug and 1.2m pure copper cord, the JVC HA-FXC80 headphones are available this month for $59.99.