Sony personal audio is a major contender for many. Hence, it’s no surprise there is a list of new headsets and earphones for CES 2018 from the long-time audiophile stalwart.
Sony MDR-1AM2
Sony Electronics announced today the latest in Hi-Resolution headphones, the Sony MDR-1AM2. Building from the acclaimed Sony MDR-1A headphones launched in 2014, the Sony MDR-1AM2 brings new and improved features for high quality sound.
Extending the brands’ Hi-Res credentials, the new headset is compatible with up to 100 kHz frequencies playback and have a newly developed 40mm HD driver unit so you can enjoy full-bandwidth sound. The aluminum-coated liquid crystal polymer diaphragms support every fine distinction with perfect reproduction. The Sony 1AM2s feature a Fibonacci-patterned grill to support ultra-high frequency ranges as well as silver-coated OFC (oxygen free copper) for less transmission signal loss.
Taking a page from Sony Signature Series headphones, the Sony MDR-Z1R, it follows the same sound direction and quality. It also comes with a standard cable as well as a 4.4mm balanced connection for greater sound and improved usability. The headphones are lighter than their previous model, with ear pads that have been specially designed for lasting comfort. The comfortable synthetic leather ear pads are made of low-resilience polyurethane foam.
The Sony MDR-1AM2 will be priced at US$299.99 MSRP and available in Spring 2018.
Sports Wireless Headphones
Sony Electronics also brings out three new sports wireless headphones. The Sony WF-SP700N Truly Wireless and Sony WF-SP700N In-Ear Headphones provide wireless noise cancelling. The Sony WI-SP500 In-Ear Headphones, gives up to eight hours of battery life on a full charge. Noise cancelling technology in the Sony WF-SP700N Truly Wireless and Sony WI-SP600N In-Ear Headphones blocks out ambient noise, but users can choose to turn on the ambient sound mode so that you can be aware of the surrounding sounds. Along with noise cancelling these headphones feature Sony EXTRA BASS sound, giving your music a deep punchy bass.
With an IPX4 rating all of these headphones are splash-proof and can be worn in the rain or sweat upon without being damaged. Designed to fit with arc supporters, it is designed to fit securely in your ears. They are available in four colors including pink, yellow, black and white.
Sony WF-SP700N
The world’s first truly wireless splash-proof Sony WF-SP700N Headphones combine two features ideal for working out: digital noise cancelling technology and a splash-proof design. It comes with a compact one-touch-open charging case and gives approximately three hours of battery life plus two additional charges from its case for nine hours in total.
As is, the Sony WF-SP700N provides users freedom to move without getting caught up in wires, and will even be optimized for the Google Assistant with a future update.
Sony WI-SP600N
Wireless-in-ear style headphone, the Sony WI-SP600N has the same digital noise cancelling and sound quality technology, plus the same level IP rating. With this pair, you can keep listening for up to six hours. While the compact earpieces are connected by a discrete band behind the neck, it has arc supporters which are based on the ergonomics of the ear to provide flexibility and moderate pressure to ensure they are a secure fit.
Connectivity
These headphones have NFC one-touch connection with the case and are compatible with the Sony | Headphones Connect app which now features Quick Sound Settings so you can recall your favorite settings of equalizer and ambient sound control as you adjust with two taps of the headphones button.
Pricing & Availability
- The WF-SP700N model will be priced at $179.99 MSRP and available from Spring 2018.
- The WI-SP600N model will be priced at $149.99 MSRP and available from Spring 2018.
- The WI-SP500 model will be priced at $79.99 MSRP and available from Spring 2018.
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