All items tagged with eco-friendly materials (9)

Voice Coil Focus: A Fresh Take on Green Audio 2023

June 14, 2023 by Mike Klasco

Voice Coil Focus: A Fresh Take on Green Audio 2023

Good intentions for sustainability, circularity, or simply reducing your carbon foot-print in the development or manufacturing stages not always produces the intended results. Mike Klasco reminds us how things are not always as simple as we would like, and that having good intentions and throwing empty claims might work on paper, but not actually work in the real world.

New thinksound Over-Ear Headphones Are First to Market With Eastman Trēva Sustainable Material

September 9, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

New thinksound Over-Ear Headphones Are First to Market With Eastman Trēva Sustainable Material

Known for its high-end, responsibly produced audio equipment, thinksound has launched its first over-ear headphones — the ov21 — using Eastman Trēva engineering bioplastic that contains more than 40% bio-based content derived from sustainably harvested trees. The new ov21 reference headphones from the Toronto-based company can be preordered online now and will be in stock in October 2021.

House of Marley Launches Newest Active Noise Cancelling Headphones With Positive Vibration XL ANC

May 25, 2021 by audioXpress Staff

House of Marley Launches Newest Active Noise Cancelling Headphones With Positive Vibration XL ANC

The next evolution in the eco-consciously designed Positive Vibration series from House of Marley delivers added features and comfort for an affordable, uninterrupted listening experience. The new Positive Vibration XL ANC over-ear wireless headphones is an upgrade to the popular Positive Vibration XL model, now offering a more premium listening experience featuring active noise cancellation with added comfort and extended battery life.

House of Marley Introduces Eco-Conscious Liberate Air Truly Wireless Earbuds

July 30, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

House of Marley Introduces Eco-Conscious Liberate Air Truly Wireless Earbuds

House of Marley announced the Liberate Air, the brand’s first truly wireless earbuds designed as an eco-conscious alternative within the plastic-driven market. Crafted using bamboo, natural wood fiber composite made from sawdust, recyclable aluminum, and REWIND fabric composed of recycled plastic bottles, the Liberate Air earbuds also provide a sustainable sound experience combining standard 5.6mm dynamic drivers with Bluetooth 5 in IPX4 Rated housings with touch controls.

Focus on Acoustics, Speakers, and More in audioXpress August 2019!

July 10, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

Focus on Acoustics, Speakers, and More in audioXpress August 2019!

The August 2019 edition of audioXpress features the latest Acoustical Solutions product round-up, and several contributed articles on acoustic-related topics, including, evaluating auditorium acoustics, measuring unwanted vibrations, and frequency timing. This edition also includes Stuart Yaniger's review of the Kali Audio LP-6 Powered Studio Monitors, Ken Bird's assembly-review of the Swans Speakers DIY Kits, and Oliver A. Masciarotte's report from AXPONA 2019. Now available for download and in print!

House Of Marley Launches Exodus Sustainably Designed Wireless Over-Ear Headphone

April 22, 2019 by audioXpress Staff

House Of Marley Launches Exodus Sustainably Designed Wireless Over-Ear Headphone

Just in time for Earth Day, eco-friendly audio maker House Of Marley released its FSC certified wood headphone, with Project Marley giving-back platform supporting tree planting efforts. The earth-friendly audio maker released the first product from its 2019 collection with the sustainably designed Exodus over-ear Bluetooth wireless headphones. Uniquely crafted using FSC certified wood, recyclable aluminum and natural leather, the Exodus marks the arrival of the brand's new flagship headphone series, soon to be accompanied by the Exodus ANC this fall.

House of Marley Expands Outdoor Collection With Earth-Friendly No Bounds Cork Speaker Series

July 18, 2018 by audioXpress Staff

House of Marley Expands Outdoor Collection With Earth-Friendly No Bounds Cork Speaker Series

Known for its innovative practices in sustainable design, earth-friendly audio maker House of Marley is bringing a new element to their most rugged outdoor collection to date. Introducing the No Bounds family of all terrain speakers designed using lightweight and buoyant, consciously harvested cork, combined with Marley's signature Rewind fabric. The first two releases from the No Bounds Series of all terrain speakers are the No Bounds and the No Bounds Sport.

Master & Dynamic Partners with Alcantara for new MH40 Over Ear and MH30 On Ear Headphones

December 11, 2015 by audioXpress Staff

Master & Dynamic Partners with Alcantara for new MH40 Over Ear and MH30 On Ear Headphones

New York lifestyle audio brand, Master & Dynamic, has partnered with Italian company Alcantara to introduce new versions of its popular MH40 Over Ear and MH30 On Ear Headphones. Alcantara is a unique eco-friendly and highly durable luxury material with great possibilities for replacing leather, suede and velvet, allowing for a combination of sensory, aesthetic and functional values.

Green Audio and Then Some

May 27, 2015 by Mike Klasco

Green Audio and Then Some

What are my two cents on criteria for sustainable product design? Bioplastics, sustainable, biodegradable, or end of life recyclable attributes are all aspects of a truly green product. I think that a conscionable green design philosophy focuses on the total integration of “good citizen” eco-friendly materials and processes and long, useful life.