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Portable Audio Accessories Gallery
by Douglas Dixon
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These galleries provide notes on some interesting technology and trends in
digital home media.
They include some sample products illustrating these trends.
Information and pricing are summarized
from public sources as of when they were added,
and may be incorrect or out of date. Corrections and updates are welcome. |
Portable Audio Accessories Trends
Bluetooth, Noise Reduction
Portable Audio
Mobile Headsets
Wireless Transmitter / Receivers
Earphones and Earbuds
Wireless Headphones
Noise Reduction
Headphones
Portable Speakers
PC Audio Peripherals
Audio Components
See also:
Portable Media
Player Gallery -- MP3 /
video players, Multifunction devices
Mobile
Communications Gallery -- Mobile media, Phones and PDAs
Portable Power
Accessories Gallery -- Batteries, chargers, adapters
Find related Audio
Accessories articles in the Manifest Tech Blog
See also a summary of Digital Holiday Trends 2007: Audio
Accessories
-- Headsets, Wireless, Noise Reduction for music on the
go
Features: Trends - Headsets, Earphones, Headphones
- Design / style: Over ear loops, hook in ear, in-ear buds (ear canal
- sound isolation)
- Mono to stereo / Phone + Player - Single-ear, second ear for stereo
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Multi-purpose - Phone and music
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Controls: Volume, phone control, player control
- headsets, inline for earphones
- Wireless / Bluetooth - Stereo, remote control
- Digital signal processing / enhancement:
Adaptive to background level and voice volume
Listen: Sound isolation, Noise cancellation
Talk: Voice isolation / enhancement, wind screen
- Adaptors: Mini audio, airline, USB
Bluetooth
See Wireless Media Resources - Bluetooth Technology
Bluetooth Wireless Technology Profiles
www.bluetooth.com/Bluetooth/Technology/Works/Profiles_Overview.htm
Noise Suppression
Remove background noise while
listening to voice / music -- or stand-alone
Sound isolation is good first cut at blocking noise
Adding noise cancellation further cuts down noisy environments, even some rumble of airline
travel
Sound Isolation: Passive
Noise Cancellation: Active
Top
Jabra
- Wireless Headsets
Jabra BT 160 - Styles
Jabra BT125 - Tiny - Discreet
Jabra JX10 - Design (10/05)
- Less than 1.5 inches long (4 cm), 1/3 oz. (10 grams)
- DSP improves audio quality in windy or noisy environments, auto volume
level adjust
- Up to 6 hours of talk time, 200 hours standby
- $179
Jabra BT800
- Mute button, jog wheel, 'Answer' and 'End' buttons
- $119
Jabra BT8010 Convertible Bluetooth
stereo headset (CES - 1/07)
- Feature rich Bluetooth Mono headset with attachable stereo unit to BT
stereo
- Phonebook up to 30 contacts. caller ID
- Up to 10 hours talk time, 6 hours music streaming, 300 hours standby
- Mono unit less than 0.8 ounces, stereo less than 0.49 ounces
- DSP for noise cancellation of background noise, automatic volume control
- OLED (Organic Light Emitting Diode) scrollable display, jog wheel
navigation
- Music: Play/pause/stop, Skip track forward, volume control
- Bluetooth 2.0, hands-free profile
Bluetooth streaming stereo (A2DP) and remote control (AVRCP)
profile
- Multipoint connection, two devices at same time: phone + PC or music
player
- Q1 07 - $149
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www.jabra.com
Find the Jabra
BT8010 on Amazon.com
Jabra C820s corded stereo headphone with active noise
cancellation (1/07)
Jabra BT325 and Jabra BT320 Bluetooth stereo headsets (1/07)
Answer calls while listening to music
Jabra BT620s Bluetooth stereo headset (1/07)
Jabra T5330 Wireless headset - price, boom arm, DSP (1/07)
Jabra A7010 Bluetooth hub - pair with desk phone (1/07)
Aliph Jawbone Bluetooth Headset -- Noise-canceling (12/06)
- Bluetooth headset with advanced, military-grade noise-canceling
system - touch cheek
- Adaptive Noise Shield technology, dramatically reduces background noise
Voice activity sensor, 2 microphones
- Includes choice of 6 ear buds and 4 ear loops
- Available from Cingular Wireless
- 11/07 - $99; 1/07 - $119
- www.jawbone.com
Find the Aliph
Jawbone Headset on Amazon.com
Plantronics Voyager Bluetooth Headsets
- Stay connected with two Bluetooth mobile devices -personal and business
phone, PDA, or music player
- www.plantronics.com
Plantronics Voyager 500 series headsets
- Noise-canceling microphone and minimize wind noise
- Plantronics Voyager 510 - All-day behind ear style - $99.95 ->
$41.99
- Plantronics Voyager 520 - Enhanced noise canceling - $99.99 -> $65.95
(8/07)
Plantronics Voyager 800 series headsets
- Two-way noise reduction technology to digitally enhance sound quality on
both sides of the call.
- Noise-isolating ear bud that seals out noise and seals in sound.
- Sliding boom to bring microphone closer to your voice, and answer/end
calls
- Voyager 855 adds detachable stereo cable to switch between music listening
and phone calls
- Plantronics Voyager 815 - DSP noise reduction - $129.99 (10/07)
- Plantronics Voyager 855 - Add stereo cable - $149.99 (10/07)
Plantronics Voyager 510 Bluetooth Headset -- All-day (8/07)
- All-day behind ear style
- 14 grams
- list $99.95, 10/07 $41
Find the Plantronics
Voyager 510 on Amazon.com
Plantronics Voyager 510 & 520
Plantronics Voyager 520 Bluetooth Headset -- Noise canceling (8/07)
- Lightweight design for all day wearing comfort by mobile professionals
- Noise-canceling microphone filters distracting background noise for
callers
- Wind screen reduces wind noise that callers hear
- One multifunction button: push down for one-touch call answer/end,
push back/front for volume up/down
- Over-ear design: Swiveling earloop to wear on either ear
Enhanced ear bud design nestles in ear to improve sound
- Pairs with two Bluetooth devices - can switch between calls on two phones
- Plantronics QuickPair technology automatically enters Bluetooth paring
mode
- Bundled with desktop charging cradle -- or use AC charger directly
- Up to 8 hours of talk time, 180 hours standby time from single charge
- 16 grams
- list $99.99, 10/07 $65
- www.plantronics.com
Find the Plantronics
Voyager 520 on Amazon.com
Plantronics Voyager 815 Bluetooth Headset - DSP, Mono (10/07)
- Mono version of Voyager 855
- Slide-to-talk design, tailor-fit earbuds, AudioIQ noise
reduction technology
- Multipoint technology - switch between two Bluetooth
devices
- 11 grams
- list $129.99
Plantronics Voyager 815 & 855
Plantronics Voyager 855 Bluetooth Headset -- DSP, Stereo (10/07)
- Phone conversation and stereo music
- Snug in-ear fit: ear buds seal in sound, seal out noise
Optional ear loop stabilizers
- Slide-to-talk boom extends closer to voice, also answers and ends calls
- QuickPair technology for easy pairing
- AudioIQ technology digital two-way noise reduction
Reduces background noise, adjusts audio levels to
increase clarity
Enhances sound quality on both ends of a conversation
- Bluetooth v2.0 and EDR (Enhanced Data Rate)
Profiles: A2DP, AVRCP Headset (HSP v1.1) and Hands-free (HFP
v1.5)
- Multipoint technology - Pair two devices
Switch between music listening and incoming calls
- Dedicated call and music remote controls
Volume, mute, call answer /end, track forward/back,
pause/play, etc.
- Mono-to-stereo convertible: Convert mono headset to stereo listening with
detachable cable
Full-spectrum stereo sound with rich, balanced bass
- Up to 6 hours stereo listening from single charge, 7 hours talk, 160 hours
standby
On demand battery indicator
- 15 grams with stereo cable
- list $149.99 (10/07)
Find the Plantronics
Voyager 855 Headset on Amazon.com
BlueAnt Z9 Dual Mic Bluetooth Headset with Voice Isolation (8/07)
- Winner of CES 2007 Innovations Design & Engineering Award
- Voice Isolation Technology DSP (Digital Signal Processing)
Dual microphone array, separate voice signal from
background noise
Noise suppression and full-duplex echo
cancellation, without voice distortion
Frequency correction of incoming and outgoing voice
signals
Automatic Gain Adjustment of user voice level
- Switchable Standard & Max Voice Isolation for extreme noise
environments
Single click on control button
Voice confirmation of mode changes
- Pair with up to 3 Headset/Handsfree Bluetooth devices
Switch between devices on the fly
- Built-in spring clip to attach to clothes when not in use
- Adjustable, translucent ear hook, left/right ear
- Switches: Control button, Volume Up / Down
- Bluetooth 2.0, up to 10 meters
Auto-connection on power up, re-connect after out of
range
- Rechargeable battery, Up to 5.5 hours talk time, 200 hours standby; Charge
time 2 - 3 hours
- Mini USB Type A interface -- USB charger, firmware upgrades
- Firmware upgrade via USB (multi-step process)
- 1.5 x 0.69 x 0.44 in, 0.39 oz with ear hook ( 41 x 17.5, 11.2 mm, 11
grams)
- 2 year replacement warranty
- 11/07 - $99.95 / $61
- www.blueantz9.com
Find the BlueAnt
Z9 Headset on Amazon.com
Parrot Bluetooth Headsets
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Parrot Driver Headset to answer phone and talk hands-free ($59)
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Parrot
MK6000 car kit to both play music from Bluetooth MP3 player through the
car's speakers, or talk hands-free and listen to music from a stereo mobile
phone ($179)
-
www.parrot.biz
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Jabra
- Wireless Music Adapters
Jabra
A125s Bluetooth Music Adapter -- iPod
Jabra
A120s Bluetooth Music Adapter -- Universal
Sony - Bluetooth Transmitter
/ Receivers
Sony TMR-BT10 Bluetooth transmitter module
- Transmit stereo audio from digital music player
to Bluetooth-equipped headset, speaker system or car
stereo
- $79 / $53
Find the S
ony TMR-BT10 Bluetooth transmitter on Amazon.com
Sony Ericsson MBR-100 Bluetooth Music Receiver
Find the Sony
Ericsson MBR-100 Bluetooth Receiver on Amazon.com
Sony HWS-BTA2W Bluetooth dual-use transmitter/receiver
- Transmitter: stream stereo audio from devices with standard stereo mini
plugs
(cell phones with adapters, MP3 players, PCs, home stereo
systems
- Receiver: convert almost any speaker system into stereo Bluetooth speaker
from line in jack
- $79
Find the Sony
HWS-BTA2W Bluetooth transmitter/receiver on Amazon.com
Kensington Bluetooth USB Adaptor 2.0
(6/05)
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Bluetooth 2.0 wireless for Windows XP or Mac OS X
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Works with most Bluetooth v1.1, v1.2 and
v2.0-compatible devices
including cell phones, PDAs, printers, mice, keyboards
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Provides secure encrypted wireless networking
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Enhanced data rate up to 3X faster than Bluetooth v1.2
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Enhanced smart power management consumes 1/5 battery
power of Bluetooth v1.2
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Links up to 7 devices within 65-foot range
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USB 2.0
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Model 33348, $29.99
-
http://us.kensington.com/html/9403.html
Find the Kensington
Bluetooth USB Adaptor 2.0 on Amazon.com
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JVC HA-F130 Gumy Earbuds (1/07)
- Best-selling earbud in the U.S. (Nov. 2006)
- Soft rubber smaller body, more comfortable, snugger fit
Shortened color-matching cord, 3.9 to 3.3 feet
5 to 8 colors: Peppermint blue, olive black, valencia
orange, kiwi green,
peach pink, grape violet, coconut
white and berry blue
- HA-F130 - 1/07 - $9.95
- www.jvc.com
Find the JVC
Gumy Earbuds on Amazon.com
JVC HA-FX33 Marshmallow Headphones (1/07)
- Five high-fashion colors – white, black, blue, green or pink
- Cushioned pad fits snugly while remaining comfortable, effective seal
- Tangle-resistant 3.9-foot cord
- HA-FX33 - $19.95
- www.jvc.com
Find the JVC
Marshmallow Headphones on Amazon.com
JVC HA-FX66 Air-Cushion Headphones (9/07)
- In-ear headphone with secure fit while remaining comfortable
- Isolation from ambient noise, low sound leakage
- Angled earpiece uses soft silicon rubber air cushion
- Includes 3 size silicon rubber and 1 memory foam cushion earpieces for
best fit
- 3.28 ft friction noise reduction cord reduces noise from cord movement
- Neodymium 8.5mm driver unit
- Frequency Response:10 - 23,00 0Hz
- Sensitivity: 101 dB/1mW; Nominal Impedance:16 ohms
- 0.12 oz; Gold plated plug; Compact carrying case provided
- 9/07 - $29.95; 12/07 - $20.85, blue, black, red, white
- http://av.jvc.com/product.jsp?modelId=MODL028225&pathId=98&page=1
Find the JVC
Air-Cushion Headphones on Amazon.com
JVC HA-NCX77 In-Ear Noise Canceling Headphones (3/07)
- Up to 80% noise reduction (more than 14dB at 120Hz)
- Contoured canal design for sure fit and sound isolation
- In-line volume control, Monitor to mute sound
- Frequency response 8 - 24,000 Hz, Sensitivity: 90 dB/1mW (when on),91
dB/1mW (when off)
- Cord Length: 4.92 ft
- Single AAA battery, approximate 70 hours, 1.94 oz
- HA-NCX77 - 3/07 - $79.95
- http://av.jvc.com/product.jsp?modelId=MODL027872&pathId=101&page=1
Find the JVC
In-Ear Noise Canceling Headphones on Amazon.com
JVC HA-FX300 Bi-Metal Headphones (11/07)
- High-end in-ear canal headphone model: Clearer sound, better sound
isolation
- Aluminum evaporation diaphragm -
More accurate high-frequency detail than conventional
cellulose or polymer-based designs
- Bi-METAL structure - Drive unit housed in a stainless steel base
wrapped in a high-specific-gravity brass ring to eliminate vibration and
energy loss, enhancing performance across the frequency range
- Aluminum housing - Reduces resonance
- OFC (oxygen-free copper) cord - 3.28 ft / 1.0 meter
friction noise reduction cord, minimize transmission loss
- Contoured canal design earpiece and head - Superior sound
isolation, minimize sound leakage
- Includes three sizes of soft silicon rubber earpieces for comfortable
fit,
one memory foam earpiece for customized fit
- Gold plated iPhone compatible slim plug
- Powerful neodymium 8.5mm driver unit
- Frequency Response: 8 - 25,000 Hz
- Sensitivity: 100 dB/1mW; Nominal Impedance:16 ohms; Maximum Input Capability:200 mW(IEC)
- Weight: 0.20 oz (w/o cable)
- Available in black, red, bronze, includes compact carrying case
- $99.95
- Press release 11/07 - www.jvc.com/press/index.jsp?item=609&pageID=1
- http://av.jvc.com/product.jsp?modelId=MODL028237&pathId=98&page=1
Find the JVC
Bi-Metal Headphones on Amazon.com
LG HBS-110 Bluetooth Stereo Lanyard Headset (8/06)
- HBS-110 - Bluetooth connectivity, stereo sound, music control
- Three-way calling, nine hours of talk time, caller ID display, last number
redial
- OLED LCD display: Caller ID, Volume level, caller's number
Bluetooth status and active profile (HFP/HSP/A2DP/AVRCP)
- Front controls: play/pause, rewind/fast-forward, volume control.
- Battery charge 3 hours, 6 hours talk time, 5 hours audio
- $119.99
-
www.lge.com
Sennheiser CX - Classic, Street
and Style Ear Canal Headphones
- CX 400 - noise-isolating ear-canal headphones, $99
balanced sound
short cord for pocket use, additional 3 foot / 1 m
extension cable
- CX 500 - noise-isolating ear-canal headphones, $129
top of the line, wider frequency response
integrated volume control
ear adapters with improved fit and better passive noise
attenuation
- CX 55 Street - noise-isolating ear-canal headphones, $79
powerful low-end frequency response for street use,
bass-driven stereo sound
ergonomic housings shaped for ear position
cord routing with small angle arm
- CX 95 Style - noise-isolating ear-canal headphones, $139
very balanced sound and highest possible sound resolution
short cord for pocket use, additional 3 foot / 1 m
extension cable
Sennheiser CX 400 Ear Canal Headphones (9/2007)
- Shallow ear canal adapters for wearing comfort and passive noise
attenuation
three ear fit adapters (S/M/L)
- Convenient short cable for pocket use, plus 3 foot / 1 m extension cable
for mobile phones or MP3 players with remote control or
microphone
- Includes cable clip, cable winder, and carrying pouch
- www.sennheiserusa.com
- $99; 1/08 - $80
Find the Sennheiser
CX 400 Earphones on Amazon.com
Shure
- Sound Isolating Earphones
Shure I
Series Sound Isolating Earphones
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Switch between listening to music and answering your
phone
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Inline microphone with filtering to remove background noise while on
calls.
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Selection of soft foam and flex sleeves for in-ear comfort and sound
isolation
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Start at $75
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www.shure.com/PersonalAudio/Products/Headsets
Shure E3C Sound Isolating Earphones
Shure
E500PTH Sound Isolating Earphones
Find the Shure
E500PTH Sound Isolating Earphones on Amazon.com
Sony MDR-EX90LP Stereo Earphones (07)
- Ear buds, metal housing, 13.5mm driver
- Includes 3 sizes of earbuds, Leather carrying case
- MDR-EX90LP - $100
-
www.sonystyle.com
Find the Sony
Stereo Earphones on Amazon.com
Sony
MDR-NC11A Noise Canceling Headphones
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Small control with
electronics, battery, and on/off switch,
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Reduce outside noise up to 70
percent (10 db)
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MDR-NC11A - $99
-
www.sonystyle.com
Find the Sony
Noise Canceling Headphones on Amazon.com
Sony NW-S703F Noise Canceling Walkman MP3 Player
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MP3 player with Active noise canceling
earbuds
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Reduce ambient noise to 25 percent (12 db)
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NW-S703F - 1 GB $169, NW-S705F - 2 GB $199
-
www.sonystyle.com
Find the Sony
Noise Canceling Walkman MP3 Player on Amazon.com
Plantronics .Audio 480 - Virtual
Phone Booth Headset (8/07)
- Small, portable computer headset for mobile laptop users
- Stereo sound for laptop multimedia
and voice quality for Internet conversations
- Virtual Phone Booth:
Sound-isolating earbuds block out unwanted noise and
external distractions
Noise-canceling microphone and wind-reduction technology
minimize external noise for callers
- Microphone on flexible boom to adjust closer for private conversations
- Inline controls for microphone mute, volume slider
- Foldable and stowable with low-profile design in included carrying case
- Analog version to direct connect with headphone and mic jacks
USB version with analog-to-USB adapter with built-in
sound card interface
provides easier plug-in
connection, especially for Macs
- Includes selection of earbuds, foam earbuds,
stabilizer eartabs nestle in folds of outer ear
(without a headband or earloop)
- 8/07 - Analog $89.95, USB $109.95
- www.plantronics.com
Find the Plantronics
.Audio 480 Virtual Phone Booth Headset on Amazon.com
Mad Catz -
AirDrives - Outer-Ear Stereo
Earphones (10/07)
- Outer-ear design: Hook over ear, speakers hang outside of ear
Provides natural directional sound
Can remain aware of surroundings
But, obviously, sound can be heard by others nearby
- Recommended for running and other sports activities -- want to be alert to
environment
Can bend eargrips to tighten, tuck under headband for
running
Not appropriate for air, train travel with strangers
because of sound leakage
- Comfortable for long wear (not resting in the ear), can wear with glasses
Ear not plugged with an earbud -- avoid possibly damaging
decibel levels
- Adjustable molded ear grips, Durable and water resistant
Small sliding volume ramp on cord, Cord joiner
slides for convenient storage
- InAir Technology acquired by Mad Catz Interactive in 2006
Maker interactive entertainment peripherals, including
GameShark
www.madcatz.com
- Frequency Range: 20-20,000 Hz
- Sensitivity: 95 dB at source / 80 dB SPL at inner ear
- Impedance: 16 Ohm, Maximum Power Input: 15 mW
- Cable Length: 1.2 m, 4 ft (Kids 1.1 m, 3.5 ft)
- Jack: 3.5mm gold plated / stereo, 70 degree
- Speakers: Neodymium rare earth magnets, Acoustic Housing: Magnesium
- Black with a silver earbud, also smaller Kids model in white
- 10/07 - Standard $99.99, Kids $69.99
- www.airdrives.com
Find the AirDrives
Outer-Ear Earphones on Amazon.com
Top
Ultimate Ears triple.fi 10 Pro
Personal Earphones
- In-ear personal earphones
- Three individual speakers, precision balanced armatures
- Integrated passive crossover circuit directs frequencies to
dedicated speakers
Low-end for bass, mid-range for vocals, high for treble
- In-ear fit and customizable ear tips provide -26dB of noise isolation
- Flexible ear loops route cables behind ears
Secure earphones in place, more comfort and avoids
tangled cables
- Includes 46 inch cord, cable adjuster, additional 24 inch extension cable
Plus 1/4 inch gold plated adapter jack, sound level
attenuator, cleaning tool
Hard metallic crush-proof storage case
- Ear Tips included: 6 single flange silicone ear tips (2 small, 2
medium, 2 large),
2 dual flange silicone ear tips, and 2 disposable foam
ear tips
- Frequency response 10 to 17,000 Hz, Input Sensitivity 117 dB/mW
- Impedance 32ohms nominal (@1kHz), Input connector 1/8" (3.5mm) gold
plated
- www.ultimateears.com/_ultimateears/products/triplefi/triplefi10pro_description.php
- 2/08 - $399
Ultimate Ears Product Line
-
UE metro.fi for on-the-go listening - low profile with powerful
sound, $79
Single titanium coated full-range speaker delivers deep
bass and clear treble
Changeable ear tips provide -16dB of isolation
- UE super.fi for music lovers - audio signatures for specific music
genres, $129 - $249
Dedicated high/mid-range speaker plus low-end subwoofer
- UE triple.fi for discerning consumers - Closest experience to
personal monitors, $399
Crossover for 3 speakers, 26dB of noise isolation
- UE Custom Series for touring musicians and serious audiophiles,
$700 - $1150
Handcrafted personal monitors
Quad armature speakers with dual driver subwoofer
- 26dB of passive noise cancellation
- www.ultimateears.com
Find the Ultimate
Ears triple.fi Earphones on Amazon.com
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Logitech -
FreePulse Wireless Headphones
Find the Logitech
FreePulse Wireless Headphones on Amazon.com
Sony Bluetooth Headset - Clip-on (07)
- Clip-on headset with 20" retractable zip cord
- Integrated microphone for hands-free mobile phone use
- Simultaneous connections to mobile phone and media player
- Rechargeable Li-ion battery: Charge in 3 hours
11 hours talk and music playback time, 100 hours standby
- Controls: Power, Volume, plus Bluetooth AVRCP remote control profile:
Control play / stop, fast forward / rewind on the
earpiece
- 2.1 oz.
- DR-BT30Q - $129
-
www.sonystyle.com
Find the Sony
Bluetooth Headset BT30Q on Amazon.com
Sony Bluetooth Headset - Street
style (1/07)
- Street style: Wear behind head, hooks over ears, Fold up for storage
- Integrated microphone for hands-free mobile phone use
- Simultaneous connections to mobile phone and media player
- Rechargeable Li-ion battery: Charge in 3 hours
11 hours talk and music playback time, 100 hours standby
- Controls: Power, Volume, plus Bluetooth AVRCP remote control profile:
Control play / stop, fast forward / rewind on the
earpiece
- 2.3 oz.
- DR-BT21G - $129
-
www.sonystyle.com
Find the Sony
Bluetooth Headset BT21G on Amazon.com
Sony Stereo Bluetooth
headphones
- Supports Bluetooth AVRCP remote control profile,
- Play control with button on the outside of the left ear cup
controls play, stop, pause, fast-forward and rewind
- DR-BT50 $230; 10/07 $149
-
www.sonystyle.com
Find the Sony
DR-BT50 stereo Bluetooth headphones on Amazon.com
Sony Analog RF Wireless noise
reduction headphones
- 900MHz RF wireless system (not Bluetooth)
roam up to 150 feet
- Ni-MH rechargeable or AAA batteries
- induction charging with no direct contact ---- just place headphones on
stand
- MDR-RF970RK, $99
Find the Sony
Analog RF Wireless headphones on Amazon.com
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Audio-Technica - ATH-ANC7
Quiet Point Noise-Cancelling Headphones
(spring 07)
- ANC circuitry reduces environmental noise by up to 85% -- up to 20 dB
- Lightweight, compact design, earpieces rotate flat
- Audio functions (in passive mode) without AAA battery
- Remove detachable cable for noise-cancelling function without audio
- Closed-back headphones feature large-aperture 40 mm drivers
- Neodymium magnet systems for deeper bass, extended treble and higher
fidelity
- Frequency Response 10 - 25,000 Hz, Sensitivity 109 dB, Impedance 260 ohms
- Weight 200 g (7.1 oz) without cable & battery
- Includes detachable 5.2 foot (1.6 m) cable with 3.5 mm (1/8”) stereo mini
plug
6.3 mm (1.4”) stereo adapter; airline adapter
Carrying case with attached accessory pouch
- Spring 07 - list $219, 3/08 street $119
- Product - www.audio-technica.com/cms/headphones/f9450db308d97785/index.html
- Press release - www.audio-technica.com/cms/news/0dd95eb77de31829/index.html
Find the Audio-Technica
ATH-ANC7 Noise-Cancelling Headphones on Amazon.com
JVC HA-NC250 Noise Canceling Headphones
(8/07)
- Eliminates up to 85 percent of extraneous background noise (more than 16.5
dB at 150 Hz)
- Feedback technology to monitor noise cancellation process
- Earpiece double housing structure with extra sound insulation layer, block
outside sounds
- Fold flat for travel. Detachable 3.94 ft (1.2m) connection cord. Includes
airplane and phono adapters
- Use as headphones with cancellation off
- Wide frequency response (8 Hz - 24,000 Hz), sensitivity 102 dB/1mW (when
on),100 dB/1mW (when off).
- Single AAA battery, 50 hours with Alkaline
- 5.3 ounces with battery
- Summer 2007, top-end model, list $199; 12/07 $139
- press release 7/07 - www.jvc.com/press/index.jsp?item=593&pageID=1
- http://av.jvc.com/product.jsp?modelId=MODL028174&pathId=101&page=1
Find the JVC
HA-NC250
Noise Canceling Headphones on Amazon.com
JVC HA-NC80 Noise Canceling Headphones (12/06)
- Up to 75% noise reduction (more than 12 dB at 300 Hz)
- Dual noise cancellation modes:- "wide" and "low" modes
"wide" frequency range: airplane
"low" cancels slightly narrower and lower
frequency range, train and bus
- Fully padded closed earpieces help block ambient noise, padded soft
headband
- Flat foldable design, carrying pouch, dual-plug adapter
- Single AAA battery, 4.9-foot cord, less than 6 ounces
- 1/07, 12/07 - list $59, street $39
- http://av.jvc.com/product.jsp?modelId=MODL027845&pathId=101&page=1
Find the JVC
HA-NC80
Noise Canceling Headphones on Amazon.com
Logitech - Noise Canceling Headphones
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Over-ear pads to block noise, plus active noise
cancellation
-
Batteries and on/off switch
nestled in one of the ear cushions
-
Fit into carrying case for travel, include an airline adaptor.
-
$149
-
www.logitech.com
Find the Logitech
Noise Canceling Headphones on Amazon.com
Maxell NC-IV Deluxe Noise
Cancellation Headphones (1/07)
- Superior noise cancellation headphones with enhanced sound quality
- Works as standard headphone without batteries, Noise reduction only
without input
- Full leather-lined full-size ear cups, swivel and fold flat
- Detachable single-entry 3 foot headphone cord, tangle-free (braded
nylon)
with attenuator to limit volume (low, medium high)
- Includes gold-plated 1/4-inch and airline plugs, 6 foot extension cord,
hard-cover travel case
- 2 AAA batteries, over 50 hours
- Frequency response 10 - 22,000 Hz, Sensitivity 106 dB/mW ± 3 dB
- 0.41 pounds (6.56 ounces)
- www.maxell-usa.com/index.aspx?id=63;66;521;0&a=info&pid=335
- 1/07 - $99, 1/08 - $129 / $70
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NC-IV Noise Canceling Headphones on Amazon.com
Panasonic RP-HC500 Noise Canceling
Headphones (summer 07)
- Reduce outside noise by 1/12 (22dB) at 200 Hz
- Fold flat for travel, detachable cord, plug adaptor for airplanes
- AAA alkaline battery, 40 hours
- $199; 10/07 $95
- www.panasonic.com
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Audio: Headphones
Turtle Beach Ear Force AK-R8 -- Surround
Sound Gaming Headphones
- True 5.1 surround sound from 8 discrete speakers
Front, center, rear, and subwoofer channels in each
earpiece
- High fidelity large diaphragm drivers, Dual sub woofers for deep vibrating
bass
- Detachable boom microphone -- removable and flexible
- Monitor outside sounds while wearing headphones
- USB audio interface with multi-channel amplifiers
- Control Panel software adjust virtual speaker configurations,
equalization, environment, effects
DSP surround sound environments with presets
- Comfortable, cushioned ear cups, self-adjusting headband
- Professional grade, durable construction
- www.turtlebeach.com/products/akr8
- $149.95, with surround headphones, USB audio adapter
plus USB cable, optical S/PDIF adapter for home theater
equipment.
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CPS - Cellboost T-Speaker
- Plug standard headphone jack into any player, including iPods.
- Runs in one AA battery
- $19.99
- www.cellboost.com
Sony Travel Speakers / Stereo
Speaker System - 5", 7 oz (07)
- Passive travel speaker: No batteries or AC adaptor required
- Stereo speaker across entire front surface
Protective speaker lid folds under as speaker stand
Cord wraps around to store
- 12" straight stereo mini plug
- White or black
- 5.2 x 0.8 x 2.8", 7 oz
- SRS-TP1- $24.99
- www.sonystyle.com
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Altec Lansing Orbit-MP3 Portable Audio System (10/07)
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Lansing Orbit-MP3 Speakers on Amazon.com
Samsung YA-BS300 Bluetooth Portable Stereo Speaker - 2W,
4", 2 oz (11/07)
- Play audio from Bluetooth-enabled MP3 / portable media players
Hands-free and
conference call with Bluetooth-enabled cell phones
- Bluetooth 1.2 and 2.0, wireless range of up to 32.8 feet
- DNSe (Digital Natural Sound engine)
3D Surround Sound Stereo, Bass Boost, 3D + Bass Boost
- Line-in jack for wired audio devices
-
Clip/Speaker stand
- Power from USB, 2.5mm DC jack
- Output max 1W x 2
- Music playback up to 4 hours, Standby up to 150 hours
- 3.74 x 1.85 x 0.51", 2.19 oz
- $129 MAP, November
- www.samsung.com
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Altec Lansing SoundBlade Stereo Bluetooth Speakers (11/07)
- Dual 2” full-range high output speakers, 1" deep
- Full stereo Bluetooth version 2
- Stereo headset (A2DP) for mobile phones and laptops
- Two-way remote control (AVRCP): volume, mute, track forward/back
- Wireless speakerphone: Built-in echo-canceling microphone,
Voice-activated dialing
- SRS Trubass technology for immersive deep, rich bass
- Aux audio input jack for wired playback
- Shielded design: GSM/CDMA shielding prevents speaker buzz
- Max SPL 84dB@1Meter
- “Blade-like” design, 6.125 x 11.125 x 1.0”
- AC power or 6 AA batteries (up to 24 hours playback, 3 days standby)
- inMotion SoundBlade iMT525 - 11/07 - MSRP $129.95
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Press release 9/07 - www.alteclansing.com/index.php?file=press_release&press_id=93
- www.alteclansing.com/index.php?file=north_product_detail&iproduct_id=97
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Parrot - Stereo Bluetooth Speakers
Parrot PARTY - Stereo Portable Bluetooth Speakers - 6W, 9", 21 oz (07)
- Power audio output: 6W maximum
- Play time: 4 hours
- Rechargeable battery pack, 4 hour charging time
- Controls: Bluetooth (paring), Volume Up/Down
Audio effects: Stereo Widening (simulate 30 degree
angles), Virtual Super Bass (reinforced bass freq.)
- Line-In jack 3.5 mm
- Bluetooth range: 33 feet (10 meters)
- Software: Flash Update Wizard - via Bluetooth
Audio Configuration Tool (Windows, using Microsoft or
Broadcom Widcomm software)
Adjust volume, equalizer, effect
settings, time delay to synchronize audio system
- 9 x 3 x 3.3", 21 oz
- $139 / $119
- www.parrot.com/usa/products/parrotparty
- Press
release
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PARTY Speakers on Amazon.com
Parrot PARTY Black Edition - Portable Bluetooth Speakers - 6W, 9", 23 oz
(4/08)
- Double battery life to 8 hours
- Enhanced audio: built-in Class-D amplifier, two drivers total 6
watts
Audio effects: Stereo Widening, Virtual SuperBass
- L 9.0 x H3.1 x D3.3 in (228 mm x 85 mm x 79 mm) - Weight: 23 oz (650g)
- Bluetooth v2.0 + EDR
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Parrot BOOMBOX, 2.1, 60W stereo hi-fi compact digital speakers
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Parrot SOUND SYSTEM, 60W wireless Hi-Fi speakers
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SOUND SYSTEM on Amazon.com
Parrot Bluetooth DONGLE USB DONGLE 2.0 + EDR
- Use PC or notebook as data and music source for Bluetooth devices
- Play music on wireless speakers, transfer photos to wireless digital photo
frame
- USB 2.0, Bluetooth v1.2 and v2.0, Maximum upload speed: 3 Mbps (EDR)
- 4/08 - $60 / $34
- www.parrot.com/usa/products/accessories/parrotdongle
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DONGLE on Amazon.com
Sony Bluetooth Speakers / Wireless Speaker System
- 6W, 11", 26 oz (1/07)
-
3 W stereo speakers, volume control
-
Powered with AC adaptor or 3 AA batteries
-
Stereo minijack analog input for direct connect to audio players
-
Bluetooth wireless capability (Bluetooth 2.0, A2DP)
- 6W, remote control
-
11 1/8 x 4 3/8 x 5 5/8", 1 lb. 10 oz.
- SRS-BTM30 - $149.99
-
www.sonystyle.com
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SoundTech LightSnake Cables -- "Soundcard in a cable" (1/07)
- “Soundcard in a Cable” - record digital audio directly onto a
computer
USB 2.0, plug and play, no additional drivers needed
- 10 foot / 3.05 m heavy-duty shielded cable
- Glow / Flash: Cable ends light up when recognized, flash while
recording
- Embedded analog to digital converter with audio signal boost
CD quality: 16 bit, 48 / 44.1 KHz Sampling Rate
HSDL (Host Side Data Loss) Noise Reduction function
prevents unwanted noise
- THD + N (-3dBr): -76.1 dB; SNR: 83.1 dB
- Dynamic Range: 81.6 dB; Input impedance: 1M Ohms;
- Frequency Response: 48KHz: 20 - 19.2KHz;
- Signal Input Range: 0 - 2.88 Vpp; Signal Boost Gain: +20 Db
- www.soundtech.com/products/home-recording
SoundTech Lightsnake Instrument to USB Cable – 1/4"
- Record guitars or other musical instruments on a computer
- 1/4” mono plug to USB, plus 1/4” to mini adaptor
- 10 foot / 3.05 m heavy-duty shielded cable
- Built in splitter: Connect 1/4” plug to monitor while recording
- STUSBG10
- $69 (1/07 $39)
- www.soundtech.com/products/home-recording/stusbg10
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SoundTech Lightsnake Microphone to USB Cable – XLR
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SoundTech Podcasting Kit
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Podcasting Kit on Amazon.com
SoundTech Vocal Trainer
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Gibson Robot Guitar (12/07)
- New limited edition first-run Les Paul
- Self-tuning robotic technology automatically and quickly tunes the guitar
- Tunes at the push of a button to a standard A440, plus 6 commonly used
altered tuning presets
- Automates string changes
- Allows guitar to be intonated in seconds after string changes, truss rod
adjustments or weather changes.
- Components are extremely light and do not change the instrument in any
way.
- Master Control Knob has all operating and control functionality contained
in 11 different positions.
- Powerhead-Locking tuners, in lightweight alloy housing, are not any
heavier than common tuning keys
- Each has a motorized high-performance gearbox controlled by signals from
the CPU
- As motorized tuners adjust pitch of strings, monitored by a Tune-Control
Bridge
- $2,499
- www.gibson.com/robotguitar
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