Austrian Audio Introduces Headsets for Business and Gaming

As Austrian Audio continues to expand its global distribution network and product portfolio to better serve is addressable market, the company is leveraging its house-developed Hi-X driver technology in new designs. Following the studio-oriented professional headphones, the Vienna company released two new headsets: the PG16 for Gaming, and the PB17 for Office use, both with large comfortable earpads, detachable cables and foldable designs.

While the popularity of high-quality in-ears continues to rise globally, so does the popularity of wireless Bluetooth solutions which are appreciated for its convenience. Sennheiser has products for all those segments and with its latest IE 80S BT model it is trying to combine the high-quality experience that music enthusiasts demand, featuring hi-res audio with the addition of LHDC support, with the convenience that a wireless neckband design still affords. At any moment, users can also detach the neckband and use the IE 80S BT in wired mode.

RevoNext, a company established in 2015 by a Swedish designer and a team of audio engineers from California with many years of experience in consumer products, and manufacturing in China, announced the availability of its NEX202 dual driver in-ear earphones. With a design that combines a 12 mm titanium composite diaphragm dynamic driver with a balanced armature for the high-frequencies, the new NEX2020 deliver on sound quality and excellent value, for just $49.99.

Samson is a household name in MI and the portable sound technology space, in particular for wireless and monitoring products. At NAMM 2017, Samson introduced Zi100 and Zi200 in-ear monitoring earphones, which are described as “upgrade options for performances and personal listening.” The IEM/audiophile crossover trend might also explain why they look so similar to existing established products from other brands.

Shure introduced the SE215m+ Special Edition (SE215m+SPE) Sound Isolating Earphones, now molded with a white and gray finish, with integrated mobile communications capability and supporting Apple iOS devices. The new SE215m+SPE earphones feature a three-button communication pod that enables users to control device playback, volume, and the sending/receiving of calls. It also includes a microphone for phone calls and voice control apps.

For those seeking to enhance their experience of home entertainment and unlock the full potential of their home audio equipment, Sennheiser has launched the next generation of its popular HD 500 series headphone range. Powered by the audio specialist’s proprietary transducer technology for excellent sound performance, the new headphones feature enhanced ergonomics for exceptional wearing comfort and contemporary good looks.

Audio-Technica introduced the ATH-R70x Professional Open-Back Reference Headphones at the 2015 NAMM Show, where it also expanded its M-Series line of headphones with the launching of the new flagship ATH-M70x. A new ATH-M50xDG limited-edition dark green iteration was also unveiled.