SAN DIEGO, March 15, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Sony
Electronics announced the availability and pricing for its newest
lineup of sound products. With the new models in the EXTRA BASS™
and h.ear™ series, Sony makes it possible to enjoy higher sound
quality music by applying unique audio technologies that bring
listeners closer to the spirit and intent of the artist's original
performance. The enhanced EXTRA BASS™ lineup enables users to enjoy
the intensity of deep bass notes in a variety of locations and
scenarios, just like being at an actual club or live festival. The
new h.ear lineup headphones join a growing line of Hi-Res
Audio products designed to equip consumers with the best portable
products to enjoy a fully immersive, Hi-Res Audio experience.
Beginning in March, the EXTRA BASS™ and h.ear™ series will be
available for purchase at Amazon, BestBuy.com and other authorized
dealers nationwide.
"At Sony, we are committed to bringing high quality sound
products to consumers wherever they are listening to music, at home
or on the go," said Dunja LaRosa,
Director, Head of Mobile Audio Business, Home Entertainment and
Sound, Sony Electronics, North
America. "Our new lineup of EXTRA BASS™ and h.ear™ series
products are testament to this commitment, playing back music as
the artist intended and delivering consumers the ability to enjoy
high quality music, regardless of their location."
EXTRA BASS Series
MDR-XB650BT (Headphones)
Currently available for
$129.99 MSRP
The
Bluetooth® compatible MDR-XB650BT headphones will allow users to
experience premium sound quality with the bass booster no matter
where they are. The sound technology ideally achieves deep sound at
any volume level and is supported by the 30mm driver, exclusive to
EXTRA BASS, which enables optimum playback of deep bass notes.
Users can enjoy the benefits of the EXTRA BASS diaphragm, which
boasts even higher compliance, while maintaining its properties of
resistance to amplitude and atmospheric pressure, to achieve highly
realistic deep bass notes.
SRS-XB2 and SRS-XB3 (Wireless
Speakers)
Currently available for $99.99 and $149.99,
respectively MSRP
Sony's SRS-XB3 and SRS-XB2 compact
speakers are available with the newly developed wireless full range
speaker units (42mm gauge in the SRS-XB2, 48mm gauge in the
SRS-XB3). These speakers boast powerful bass notes with a
lightweight diaphragm, which improves sound pressure levels, and a
strong magnetic circuit which drives low frequency response.
Dynamically applying Sony's unique DSP signal processing technology
provides rich acoustic sounds as well as punchy and deep bass
notes.
GTK-XB7 (Wireless Speaker)
Currently available
for $349.99 MSRP
The new
high-powered audio system is perfect for rooms and large party
venues. The system, equipped with the EXTRA BASS technology, is
sure to provide tones that fully sound out punchy and deep bass
notes and comes with two large gauge 16cm woofers to amplify the
deep bass notes even more. By dynamically applying the optimal
compression process to suit various signal levels, bass notes and a
rich sense of acoustic pressure can be achieved all the while
sustaining excellent audio quality. The GTK-XB7's Digital Sound
Enhancement Engine ('DSEE') reproduces the high acoustic range of
compressed sound sources to resemble the rich, original sound much
more closely.
h.ear series
h.ear on wireless NC, headphones (MDR-100ABN)
On
sale online March 27, on shelves
April 12 for $349.99 MSRP
The new h.ear on Wireless NC cuts out distracting ambient noise
to let consumers focus on the music. Dual noise sensor technology
featuring Digital Noise Canceling software reduces a variety of
ambient sound through microphones both inside and outside the
housings. What's more, the Automatic Al Noise Canceling function
constantly analyzes environmental ambient sound and selects the
most effective noise-canceling mode.
Delivering Hi-Res Audio compatibility, the h.ear on Wireless NC
featuring 40 mm HD drivers, reproduce sounds up to 40 kHz, and
DSEE™ technology, resulting in reproduces natural and expansive
sound. Augmented bass is complimented by lightweight CCAW voice
coils, which yield high-linearity responses in high-pitched sounds.
Aiming to provide a superior sound experience, the domes of the
acoustic diaphragms have been titanium-coated to minimize unwanted
vibrations. Meanwhile, Beat Response Control improves the transient
characteristic in bass reproduction and delivers accurate rhythm,
while an acoustic port on the housing controls air flow for optimal
diaphragm movement and additional bass range.
The h.ear on wireless NC headphones come with a matching cable
for when you prefer to be wired for sound, and Bluetooth® and
One-touch NFC when you prefer to listen wirelessly. LDAC transmits
approximately three times more data (at the maximum transfer rate:
990 kbps) than conventional Bluetooth® Audio, which allows you to
enjoy High-Resolution Audio content in exceptional sound quality
near to High-Resolution Audio.
h.ear in wireless, in-ear headphones
(MDR-EX750BT)
On sale online March 27, on shelves March
29 for $199.99
MSRP
The new h.ear in Wireless combine audio quality with convenience
and comfort. Featuring a compact 9 mm driver unit, the h.ear in
Wireless achieves broadband playback through optimization of the
diaphragm shape, and enhanced driving power from an outer magnetic
pathtype magnetic circuit. Like the h.ear on Wireless NC, the h.ear
in Wireless utilizes Beat Response Control. Clear voice handsfree
calling with built in microphone and HD Voice support is also
included. With a slim smooth body and natural curved shape, the
h.ear in Wireless gently fits around the neck for optimum comfort
and portability.
The h.ear in wireless, in-ear headphones also come with a
matching cable for those times you prefer to be wired for sound,
and Bluetooth® and One-touch NFC for when you prefer to listen to
music wirelessly. LDAC transmits approximately three times more
data (at the maximum transfer rate: 990 kbps) than conventional
Bluetooth® Audio, which allows you to enjoy High-Resolution Audio
content in exceptional sound quality near to High-Resolution
Audio.
h.ear go wireless speaker (SRS-HG1)
On sale online now, on shelves April
13 for $199.99
MSRP
The new h.ear.go is the world's smallest
Hi-Res compatible, portable wireless speakers with up to 12 hours
of battery time. Delivering uncompromising premium audio quality in
a round compact and portable unit, the h.ear.go is equipped with
all new Hi-Res compatible φ35mm gauge full range speaker unit and
Sony's own unique DSP signal processing to achieve powerful bass
notes. The new h.ear.go supports Google Cast, Spotify Connect and
multi-room capability via Sony SongPal link. Additionally, multiple
speakers can be combined to create wireless surround and wireless
stereo creating the ability to enjoy the same music in every room
throughout the home (available via software upgrade summer
2016).
NW-A26HN Walkman
Available for presale
March 14, on-shelves April 4 for $319.99 MSRP
The A26
Walkman adds more color to life with a simple stylish design in new
colors and a vibrant music experience with Hi-Res Audio
compatibility. The Walkman is available in five vibrant hues which
match the h.ear series colors and comes with a matching pair of
noise canceling earbuds. The included earbuds work in conjunction
with the A26HN Walkman to provide Digital Noise Canceling to mute
distractions from the outside world.
NW-ZX100HN Walkman
On sale online now,
on-shelves April 4 for $699.99 MSRP
The world's first Hi-Res
noise canceling digital music player, the NW-ZX100 has a powerful
combination of high-end audio technologies – for detailed, lossless
playback for all your music, whether through headphones or
speakers. Meticulously engineered with premium circuitry, refined
aluminum body and Noise Canceling technology, so your only focus is
the music.
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