Elecom Japan brings to us their new Sundries Contrast Foldable Headphones. Also known as the EHP-OH100 Series Headphones, they are available in Seven trendy colors. You can choose from Light Brown Black, Sky Blue, Orange, Lime Green, Rose Pink, and Purple. Enjoy high quality music while on the go or at home with the new EHP-OH100 series The stylish Headphones have a 1.2m cable and 30mm driver unit. They have 32 Ohms impedance and deliver 104db/mW output. You can get one of these here at ¥ 5,100 (57 USD approx).

Sometimes, the most amazing thing you can do with a home theater setup is to just make it as big as possible.  And for the home theater drive in, that’s exactly what they did.

Let’s get one thing perfectly clear right from the outset–this is a home theater setup writ so large that it uses an entire fifty eight hundred square foot house for a screen.  It is patently monstrous.  Though there aren’t a whole lot of details about the audio equipment–you know there has to be some serious speaker wattage pouring out to overcome that massive open air problem.  Either that or there’s headphones adjacent to every seat, which is a distinct possibility.

As fundamentally awesome as this setup is, on an operational level, I can’t imagine it working.  One, you could pretty much only use it at night.  Daylight sun would all but prevent the screen from being visible.  Two, any time it rains, you couldn’t use this theater because there appears to be no provision made for inclement weather.

It’s a sweet setup, make no mistake about it, but its limits must be observed and noted.

Audiophiles put a heavy premium on the sound quality that they can get out of their home theater setups and this includes the earphones or headphones that they use. And now, these new Monster Turbine Pro Headphones should give in to their demands. The Monster headphones were made to deliver the same level of quality that record engineers, performer and producers get from a studio setup on a bigger and wider range of monitor speakers.

The Monster Turbine Pro headphones will be available starting November in two designs: gold with black chrome and copper with bright chrome. They will retail for $299.95.

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The headline may well sound like so much overblown hyperbole, folks, but it’s true–according to a poll over at CNET, most people do NOT listen to music in their home theatres, but rather in one way or another on the go.

The current poll is nearly a three way tie between “on my iPod”, “on my computer”, or “in my car”, and each of them is leading “on my home theatre / stereo” by a factor of two to one.

I admit that it makes sense–when I’m putting my home theatre to work it’s not to play music, but rather to watch movies or TV.  Why use the incredible power of a home theatre setup on music, when fully half your system is unused?  I don’t need a projector and hundred inch screen to listen to Danny Kaye and the Andrews Sisters wail away on Civilization unless Fallout 3 is involved.  It’s a waste, and most people have probably latched onto this fact, which in turn drives the poll.

Audiophiles looking for reliable headphones for their audio entertainment needs can check out these new headphones released by JVC. The two new headphones are the JVC HP-S560 and HP-S360. Both headphones boast of 32O impedance and 112dB/1mw which are chiefly responsible for delivering superior audio quality.

The JVC headphones also feature the “Dual Protection Structure” which suppresses the unwanted resonances.

Both headphones will be available in Japan somewhere between September and November. Sadly, there is no word on how much they would cost and if they will be made available in other regions.

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For those who constantly demand for quality sound, the Sennheiser PXC 310 BT headphone will make a great travel companion. With these headphones you are sure to reach at your destination relaxed.

The Sennheiser PXC 310 BT has a metal-reinforced headband and comes integrated with volume and track control on the right earup for convenience and enhanced usability. The headphone comes equipped with NoiseGard 2.0 technology that provides up to 90% active noise cancellation. Other features of the Sennheiser PXC 310 BT include TalkThrough function, Bluetooth 2.1 wireless transmission, Neodymium magnets and Duofol diaphragms.

The latest Sennheiser PXC 310 BT is optimally designed for use with portable video and audio players and is ideal for connection to in-flight entertainment systems.

There has to be something about the audio quality that iHome projects that make them quite flexible for use. While we all know that headphones are best used for private and personal listening, rarely would you see the same headphones used as speakers to deliver the satisfactory audio quality we all demand.

But leave it to iHome to come out with a pair of headphones that can deliver the same audio quality. These are of course with reference to the iHMP5 Series which can practically be headphones and stereo speakers rolled into one. They can work with practically anything that has a headphone jack. Either for personal or to share audio with your friends, these are definitely good headphones to have around.

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Bose has been known to deliver the audio quality that anyone would surely love to listen to and this time, they are unveiling a new audio solution for the private listeners. The latest offering is the Bose QuietComfort 15 Noise-Cancelling Headphones.

These latest headphones will replace the old Bose QuietComfort 2 model with better improved noise-cancelling ability but with practically the same external design. The new model adds a microphone and better electronics to kill down the noise. They are analog and run on single AAA batteries.

The Bose QuietComfort 15 Noise-Cancelling Headphones is now available and will retail for $300.

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Portability and new style is what JVC aims to bring with the launch of these new Black Series foldable headphones coming in two models: HA-M750 and HA-S650. Both are compatible and designed for the latest portable devices.

Both Black series headphones are foldable over-the-head models finished in glossy and flat black. Through the use of large driver units with carbon compound diaphragms, these headphones achieve superior bass reproduction, while the rigid carbon housing ensures optimal sound clarity because of its anti-resonance properties.

The JVC Black series headphones, the HA-M750 and HA-S650, will be available in August for $79.95 and $69.95, respectively.

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Altec Lansing Backbeat Pro

Altec Lansing has produced both pro audio and consumer audio loudspeakers and equipment for years. They were bought by Plantronics in 2005 and now the Altec Lansing’s pro line has products such as ceiling speakers, powered speakers and full-range speakers.

Their Backbeat line of earphones which is part of their consumer line, includes a broad line of headphones, home audio products and computer speakers and now includes a new “Pro” line that assures musician-quality earphones. They come with a neoprene case and extra ear tips. These earphones provide a pleasing sound that is full and rich.  They retail for around $99.00

Audio Technica unveils a great new noise cancelling headphone with the ATH-ANC7b Active headphones, incorporating improvements from the previous model released. This new pair offers better sound quality, comfort and convenience.

The earcups have been redesigned for greater comfort, feature generously cushioned padding and fit easily over any ear. In addition, the ATH-ANC7b is supplied with 1.6 m (5.2′) and 1.0 m (3.3′) detachable cables, and offers easier battery access.

The headphones fold for storage and come with two detachable cables, a 1/4-inch adapter, an airline adapter and a hard, durable carrying case.

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One of the most sought after accessories today is the Bluetooth headset. Most electronic devices in the hands of the masses include Bluetooth technology, even Apple’s iPhone and iPods have it. These headsets allow users to avoid wires that could be caught or are just in the way.

That said, there are several Bluetooth headsets that have been rated highly by CNet and other consumer groups. They include the Motorola Rokr S9 HD, the Motorola Rokr S7-HD and the Samsung SBH-600 stereo Bluetooth headset. While a bit more pricey, the Sony Ericson HBH-IS800 Wireless Stereo Headphone is also an ideal choice. Prices on these headsets range from $50 up to $200.

EP-630 In-Ear Earphones

Creative has introduced a new way to jazz up your portable devices such as MP3 or DVD player, laptop computer or any device with a headphone jack with its colorful line of noise isolation Creative EP-630 In-Ear Earphones. Avaiable at Creative’s Online Store in: Atlantic Green, Pearl Black, Pacific Blue, Arctic White, and Mediterranean Red.

These ergonomic, soft silicone ear buds are ideal for listening to your favorite music offering fantastic audio reproduction with deep bass. The gold-plated cable provides clear, uninterrupted transmission of music, movies or games to your earphones.

Perfect Unison Headphones

These Perfect Unison headphones were created with the help of accessory label company HOON and will definitely appeal to wealthy music lovers with their indulgent good looks. The frame is formed from nine layers of birch wood and then wrapped up in python skin on the exterior side and goat skin on the inside.

The earpieces are constructed from polished carbon fiber which is then hand varnished. The headphones are custom made to measure by using both the newest technical methods and traditional French techniques. These chic headphones in white or purple will be available at Colette on June 23rd. No word yet on price.

New audio gear from Roxy and JBL will be available in the market soon, all carrying a much anticipated quality delivery for sound technology that their brand carries. Among the expected products to be released include a new line of ear-bud, in-ear and over-the-ear headphones. The Reference 230, Reference 250 and Reference 430 come in blue/green and orange/pink.

The Reference 230 ear buds utilize a closed-back design that enables listeners to block outside noise while enjoying hours of comfort. The Reference 250 in-ear headphones’ semi-open-back design features an inline book-style microphone for answering phone calls with the push of a button.

The new audio peripherals are great for people who are looking for handy audio listening devices that don’t have to be a pain as far as carrying them is concerned. They are priced reasonably and will be available at the Roxy website as well as the standard retail stores nationwide.

“The JBL brand continues to reach music lovers of every generation while preserving its long heritage of bringing great sound to the music industry,” states Susan Paley, director of business development for JBL, Inc. “These headphones represent the beginning of a long commitment to creating products for young women who appreciate great style and sound.

Pricing:

• Reference 230 ($19.95)
• Reference 250 ($39.95)
• Reference 430 ($69.95)

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Ultrasone is proud to present its new Ultrasone Zino Headphones. It comes in a set of gunmetal black, semi-open headphones. Featuring an aluminum nameplate, these supra aural headphones have been designed to give you an ultimate and uninterrupted sound experience.

The new Ultrasone Zino Headphones incorporates the S-Logic Natural Surround Sound and Ultra Low Emission technologies. Moreover, these headphones also come with MU Metal bufferboard for reduced field emissions.

Ultrasone Zino Headphones provide a superb 25-25,000Hz frequency range and 35phm impedance along with 40mm gold-plate driver. These headphones come fitted with 3.5mm gold-plate plug. You can pick these headphones in just $129.

Atomic Floyd HiDefJax

The Atomic Floyd HiDefJax headphones are crafted from aluminium and do an impressive job at delivering audio for their reasonable asking price. They deliver a sweet sound with loads of detail, a rich high-end and a solid bass are are particularly suited to rock, electronic, dance, and pop.

These sound-isolating earphones come with various sizes of comfy silicone tips that passively block out noises around you, so you don’t need to pump the volume way up just to hear your music. If you are looking to leave your little white iPod earbuds behind and step up to decent audio, the HiDefJax earphones will suit you nicely. Retails for around $125.00

Plantronics unveils another wireless headset with the launch of the Plantronics .Audio995. Unlike wireless technology known to be used for these wireless headsets, Plantronics have plumped for their own 2.4GHz system which requires a USB dongle to function.

The Plantronics .Audio 995 headset utilizes advanced Plantronics audio technology and the digital 2.4gHz frequency for exceptional audio and lower interference with other wireless devices. Users can wirelessly roam up to 40 feet away from the PC and remotely control volume, play and skip tracks on iTunes and Windows Media Player via music controls directly on the earpiece.

This new Plantronics .Audio995 wireless headset is priced at $109.95 and £79.99 in the U.S. and the UK respectively.

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Thinking about the future, people are trying to find out ways to preserve energy by using renewable energy. To take this initiative forward, comes the new Q-Sound Solar Powered Headphones. These newly launched headphones have been developed to work on solar energy. These headphones also come with two removable rechargeable NiMH batteries.

The credit for developing Q-Sound Solar Powered Headphones goes o Bluetooth Headphones. These headphones are capable of charging themselves using the energy of the sun. These headphones come incorporating a 3.5 mm stereophonic jack plug. You can also connect them with your Bluetooth-enabled cell phone.

These solar powered Bluetooth stereo headphones let you enjoy MP3 music. You can easily connect them with electronic audio equipments. Featuring a headband design with incorporated flexible amorphous silicon solar cells, these headphones sport a satin silver finish.

Here are the new v-Jays Headphones from Swedish Jays. The headphones have a sturdy, lightweight body weighing about 59g. The company integrates innovative technology to deliver balanced sound with superior output.

The new v-Jays Headphones boast a foldable overhead design for convenience and better portability. Its 60cm cord paired with a70cm extension allows you to relish your favorite music without any hassle. Swedish Jays plans to release the v-Jays Headphones in early June in UK for a price of £ 60.