Filed under: Portable Audio

Onkyo’s latest aren’t the most stylish headphones we’ve ever seen — far from it, actually — but those more concerned with audio fidelity and iPod compatibility may be able to overlook the pedestrian design. The wireless MHP-UW2 headphones transmit tunes over the 2.4GHz frequency and come bundled with a handy-dandy iPod adapter that should work with practically any dock-connecting unit out there. We’re told it can last around 8 hours before needing a recharge via USB (or AC adapter, should you choose), though it’s hard to say when it’ll ever ship to any market outside of Japan. Nevertheless, those in and around Tokyo can find the kit next month for ￥20,000 ($201).

[Via UberGizmo]

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Filed under: Portable Audio, Wireless

Sleek Audio’s SA6 canalphones generated quite a bit of buzz due to those adjustable acoustics, and if you’ve been wishing on your lucky stars for a wireless interpretation of said headphones, something is clearly going right for you. The outfit has just revealed that a new partnership with KLEER (yes, KLEER) has led to a wireless application for the SA6 and Sleek Customs, which, according to Sleek, is the first wireless technology that could do these drivers justice. The new adornment attaches right to the SA6 earphones to provide “CD quality sound from a wireless platform,” and better still, the SA6’s detachable cable ensures that you can keep on listening with a tether should your battery die in the midst of cordless jamming. The KLEER accessory should be up for pre-order shortly at $120, while a KLEER / SA6 bundle will sell for $299.99. Full release after the break.

Continue reading KLEER wireless attachment comes to Sleek Audio’s SA6 canalphones

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Filed under: Gaming, Peripherals, Portable Audio

Be honest, you were terrified that Turtle Beach would leave the awesomely titled Ear Force series sitting in lurk at X3, weren’t you? Thankfully, that’s not the case at all, as the Ear Force X4 wireless headphones have just been revealed. Designed with Xbox 360 gamers in mind, this headset / headphone combo promises to provide Dolby 5.1 surround sound out of just two earcups (we’re still checking on the velvet-lined part), and more importantly, the Chat Boost Dynamic Talkback Expander “automatically adjusts incoming XBOX Live chat levels during loud game moments” to keep you from going deaf when NewbX1337 gets all whiny on you. Can’t say we’re thrilled by the $199.95 price tag, but these are available now for those who are.

[Via IGN]

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Filed under: Portable Audio, Wearables

It’s looking like Sennheiser has a trick or two up its sleeve planned for CES this year — the audio company is about to drop what appears to be the first commercially available pair of standalone wireless earbuds. The MX W1, as the buds are lovingly known, utilize Kleer technology to transmit audio from their dongle (base station?) to your ears. The same technique was used to poorer effect in RCA’s S2501 JetStream DAP / earbud combo, which (virtually) lassoed the buds to the less-than-thrilling player. Sennheiser, on the other hand, provides the MX W1’s free of a player and ready to be plugged into your unit of choice — a huge boon for the marketability of this particular product. It should be noted that these appear to be output only, so those looking for a mobile phone solution will have to look elsewhere. Still, for audio enthusiasts fed up with wires, this is likely music to their ears… er, literally.

[Via PC Magazine]

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Filed under: Household, Portable Audio

We’re not exactly sure what makes the Euphonia headset better than all those other waterproof alternatives out there, but if you’ve found yourself immediately hooked by the photo above, here’s the skinny. These wireless cans reportedly shun water like it’s their job, though we wouldn’t recommend plunging into a pool and expecting them to work unimpeded. Supposedly, they sync up with Bain Ultra’s wall-mounted MP3 player, but there’s not a whole lot of details beyond that. The Euphonia is set to land on December 1st, and while pricing information has yet to be disclosed, we’ve got a sneaking suspicion this won’t be cheap.

[Via ShinyShiny]

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Filed under: Cellphones, Portable Audio

Granted, Tritton’s latest Bluetooth stereo headset isn’t nearly as likely to garner strange looks in public as one of those tried and true BT earpieces, but we suppose we can live without all the negative attention if necessary. The AX BlueStream features a simple, 2.5-inch long clip-on device that enables users to stream tunes to earbuds of their choice via the 3.5-millimeter audio out, handle phone calls via the built-in microphone and check caller ID information on the integrated OLED display. Additionally, the unit boasts USB connectivity and can be used for PC / Mac-based VoIP calling if that’s your bag. For those looking to give that ear a rest (and regain some sense of pride in the process), you can pick up Tritton’s alternative right now for $79.99.

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Filed under: Portable Audio

For those out there who still believe that 5.1-channels of audio can be wrapped around your two ears in a single set of cans, say hello to Panasonic’s RP-WF5500. These ‘phones feature 40-millimeter drivers, around six hours of playback on a full charge, a range of about 30-meters and weigh in at 0.56-pounds. Additionally, you’ll find a pair of optical digital audio inputs, a single analog audio input, one optical audio output and a bass boost function for crankin’ up the low-lows. No sign of a price just yet, but word on the street has ‘em going on sale in Japan late next month.

[Via I4U News]

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Filed under: Portable Audio

We’ve witnessed quite a few DIY journeys involving wireless speakers / headphones, but there’s no better way to make lemonade from lemons than to take Sarah Lemarié’s advice when your favorite Bluetooth ‘phones snap in half. Apparently, the DIY’er figured there was still life left in her Logitech headphones even after the headband broke, so she gathered up a cheap pair of comfortable cans along with a set from Sony (for the drivers) and got to work. As you may imagine, she transplanted the speakers from the Sony pair and the Bluetooth module from the now-defunct Logitech set into the large, comfy Tesco cans, and after a bit of tinkering, the music was flowing (sans wires) once more. If you’re looking to do something similar, head on down to the read link to hear how it’s done.

[Via MAKE]

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Filed under: Home Entertainment

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