Luxist Giveaway: V-MODA Crossfade LP Headphones
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The Standard Hotel Headphones By WeSC
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• WeSC & The Standard
• Type: 40mm power drivers
• 1kHz sensitivity: 110 dB
• Impedance: 32 Ohms
• Frequence range: 20-20 000Hz
• Plug: gold-plated 3,5mm stereo
• Cord: 0,5m + 1,0m extension + 0,1m adaptor, PV C cord
• Handsfree
Ariel Adams publishes the luxury watch reviews site aBlogtoRead.com.
Denon AH-NC800 Noise Canceling Over-Ear Headphones Review
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Why do you want or need noise canceling headphones? Well they serve at least two purposes. First is for ambient noise reduction. That means if you are sitting in a place where there is a lot of annoying ambient noise, noise canceling headphones will reduce or entirely eliminate the noise.
They work by emitting a sound frequency that while hard to detect by your ears, helps mask other noises. They seem to work best for low frequency noises and hums. For example, the hum of an airplane engine can be masked out, though a baby's cry will be merely dampened. Noise canceling headphones also create a close to air-tight barrier around your ears that prevents vibrations and noise from getting to your ears. this is particularly convenient for over-the-ear headphones that work via this same principle to get quality sound into your ears. Denon uses two methods of noise-reduction in each speaker. One helps reduce vibration in the unit itself, and the other method as I said, works on reducing external ambient noise.
Ultrasone Edition 10 Headphones
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Ultrasone's Edition 10 Headphones are more stylized than previous models and look slightly retro in appearance thanks to a combination of rich brown Ethiopian sheepskin leather, matte-finished ruthenium, and a touch of luxe Zebrano wood. The Edition 10 is also Ultrasone's first open-back pair of headphones, with the appearance of the openings inspired by the wings of a butterfly. And of course they aim to provide a superior experience not only in terms of style and comfort but also functionality, so the headphones feature the finest interior materials and sound technologies including ULE and S-Logic Plus. $2,750
Luxist Giveaway: Able Planet Foldable Headphones
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Are these cute or what? These pink plaid foldable headphones from Able Planet aren't just adorable, they have state-of-the-art noise cancellation. The XNC230P features an adjustable headband, superior sound quality and clarity, patented LINX AUDIO technology and in-line volume control for easy adjustment to safe listening levels. The headphones come with a 1/4 home stereo adaptor, AAA battery and a soft carrying pouch. Better yet, Able Planet will donate 10% of each sold pair of pink, plaid, noise-canceling headphones to breast cancer initiatives. They include interchangeable ear cups enabling to you to have the final say on design as well as a port for a microphone for gaming or Skyping. The Plaid line provides a full rich sound at safer, lower levels, while still allowing users to enjoy the full audio experience at an affordable price. They also come in Red, White and Green (only the pink pair benefits cancer research) and sell for $149.99. We are giving away a pair to one lucky reader who leaves us a comment below. * To enter, leave a confirmed comment below.
* The comment must be left and confirmed before September 13, 2010 at 5:00PM Eastern Time.
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* One winner will be selected in a random drawing.
* One winner will receive a pair of Able Planet Pink Plaid XNC230P Foldable Headphones valued at $149.95.
* Open to legal residents of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia.
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Ultrasone PRO 900 Headphones Review
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Those who still want a quality sound experience will likely go with a more tradition set of headphones - of which there are many options. Here are the Ultrasone PRO 900, a higher-end set of headphones from Ultrasone. I am not a dedicated audiophile or sound expert, so I can't comment on qualities such as sound range, etc.. What I can do is give you the low-down from the point of view of a picky person who has had a lot of headphones in their life.
Jay-Z Launches Roc Nation Aviator Headphones
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Jay-Z and his empire have branched out into headphones, appropriately. Available exclusively on Skullcandy, the Roc Nation Aviator is made with aluminum, stainless steel and polycarbonate and comes in white, black, and brown. The headphones feature a foldable design, an "optics-inspired" polycarbonate speaker housing, a pair of 40mm full-range mylar drivers with neodymium magnets, and a tangle-free nylon cable with an in-line mic and controls. $149.95 pre-sale only, to begin shipping on July 17.[Via Engadget]
Audio-Technica's QuietPoint Noise-Canceling Headphones
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Audio-Technica is known for its microphones, examples of which have brought you the clearest sounds from the Olympics, World Cup, Grammys, and Justin Timberlake and Metallica for starters. A company that good at reproducing should should know a thing or two about keeping sound out, which is the purpose of its QuietPoint active noise-canceling headphones.
As is the case in these kinds of units a miniature microphone in each ear cup detects environmental noise, and a corresponding sound-canceling signal is applied. They come in one over-the-ear and two on-ear flavors that range from 80% cancellation to 90% cancellation, and the two higher end versions fold flat into hard-shell carrying cases, while the entry-level model folds into its own travel pouch.
The rabbit in the hat, though, is that all of them have detachable wires – you can run them wirelessly on a triple-A battery. If your juice run out, you can plug the wire in so your music doesn't need to run out, too. Each model comes with an airline adapter, 1/4-inch or 1/8-inch adapters and an AAA battery, and they range from $99.99 to $219.99.
Basketball Inspired NBA Mix Master DJ Headphones
If you love both music and basketball then you'll probably want to get your hands on a pair of these NBA Mix Master DJ Headphones, which are coming out close on the heels of Dr Dre's Red Sox Beats. Created by Mix Master Mike and claiming to be the 'greatest professional DJ headphones ever' there are 6 designs representing the Celtics, Lakers, Cavaliers, Heat, Knicks, and Bulls (see them each below) each in a numbered limited edition of only 100 each -- so no two are identical. The headphones have many features including supreme sound, cue control, a fold-able design for easy portability, and several patent-pending technologies to make them truly cutting edge. Get yours online via skullcandy.com or in select Apple stores (each design available only in its represented city) for $299.
Via ChipChick
Vivienne Tam's Butterfly Headphones
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We've swooned over Vivienne Tam's digital designs before. The fashion designer has been at the forefront of combining technology with fashion. Her latest collaboration is with Monster Cable. The new Butterfly High Fashion In-Ear Headphones are delicately styled headphones that use Monster's exclusive technologies to deliver crisp, clean, refined sound. The in-ear headphones are done in champagne gold and solid metal housing with colorful butterflies pretty enough that you will want to make sure that your ears are displayed. The headphones come with Monster Performance Eartips in multiple shapes and sizes for a for a comfortable and secure fit. A matching cable slider and clip keeps weight off headphones so they stay snug in your ears. The headphones will be available in April and sell for $199.95.
Ultrasone Edition 8 Headphones
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Some headphones are pricey because they are covered in glittery doodads but the Edition 8 headphones from Ultrasone are a more understated form of luxe. The headphones use the company's S-Logic Plus technology to deliver a sound that gives the listener a better sense of "spacious tonal perception." The headphones are created for the "audio connoisseur" with tender ears, the interior ear cups are covered in Ethiopian sheepskin which is said to provide the most isolation. The outer ear cups get their shine from a heavy coat of ruthenium. Each pair comes in a leather case for storage and sells for $1,499.
Atomic Floyd Gold and Titanium Headphones
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Atomic Floyd released their latest high performance TwistJax headphones this month. Inspired by the style of high-end cars and watches they feature acoustic steel and high-tech innards that make for awesome sound, they look beautiful thanks to a mix of 24ct gold and titanium, and they feel great due to the Twist2Fit design that lets you spin the earbud around to the most comfortable position for your particular ears. Give the gift of music this year that not only sounds great, but looks great and feels great too. £80 - £120
Via Switched On Set
Beats by Dre Headphones
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These sexy headphones are the result of a new collaboration between rap producer Dr. Dre, Jimmy Iovine, the Chairman of Interscope Geffen A & M Records and audio company Monster. The Beats by Dre headphones were in development for two years and are designed to offer clean sound with powerful deep bass. The headphones have a wide headband and hinged ear cups. They come in a carrying case with antimicrobial cleaning cloths a Monster headphone cable and Monster's iSonitalk, and a microphone/headphone adapter for an iPhone. They will be available this spring for $399.95.
[via Uncrate]
iDiamond Ear
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Apparently we all can't get enough of diamond earpieces for our mp3 players, because new ones keep popping up. One of the latest is the iDiamond Ear from Norwegian jeweler Heyerdahl Jewelers, and it's being marketed as "the world's most exclusive earphones for commercial sale." The iDiamond Ear is created by dipping Apple earbud headphones in 18k gold and covering them in 204 brilliant cut diamonds. There will be only 1,000 pairs created, which will be numbered and sold exclusively in the Heyerdahl store starting this upcoming February. $6,400
Via IDEX
Phillips and Swarovski's Active Crystal Collection
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There's always room for more bling in our lives, sometimes in the most unlikely of places. It's not that I haven't seen decked out USB drives before, but I guess I just figure if you're going to go there then do it right and go all out. The Phillips-Swarovski Active Crystal collection definitely goes there, squeezing as many Swarovski crystals as possible onto some very cute electronic gadgets. For USB drives there's the 1 GB "Heart Beat," a two-piece locket style, and the 1 GB "Lock-Out," and retractable padlock shaped one, both of which will sell for $179.
The collection also includes headphones and earbuds with large crystals embedded in each ear piece. Available in 4 different designs they will range in price from $79-$149. The entire line is scheduled to come out this August.
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