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Monster Launches "Inspiration" Noise-Cancelling Over-Ear Headphone

Monster, leader in manufacturing and design of high-performance headphones, is
breaking new ground in the worlds of both high fashion and high-performance audio
with the launch of "Inspiration™"
the company's first over-ear, noise canceling headphone.


Ideal for frequent business travelers, home, commuting or office
use, Inspiration headphones deliver pure and powerful music reproduction, with
a trendsetting "fashion-forward" twist - interchangeable headbands in a
multitude of different colors and materials. The bold new concept in headphone
design lets users express themselves by changing headbands, transforming the
entire look and feel to suit style preferences for any day, mood or occasion.

Available with a titanium or pearl
white finish, as well as a special
SILVER LIMITED EDITION version,
Inspiration over-ear headphones will
begin shipping in Spring 2012 for a suggested retail price of $279.95 a pair…

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Audio-Technica Reveals ATH-M50WH White Professional Studio Monitor Headphones

Audio-Technica
introduces its ATH-M50WH Professional Studio Monitor Headphones, a stylish all-white version of A-T’s flagship ATH-M50 headphones. Based on input from end users looking for an alternative to the ATH-M50’s standard all-black color scheme, the ATH-M50WH headphones offer the exact same comfort and superior audio quality for professional monitoring and mixing as their standard counterparts.


The ATH-M50WH Professional Studio Monitor Headphones will be available in March 2012 with a U.S. MSRP of $209.00.

Embodying the company’s latest transducer technology, the ATH-M50 headphones offer the highest level of sonic accuracy. The ATH-M50’s innovative design was engineered to provide hours of maximum comfort in applications ranging from broadcast to studio/recording uses…

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JVC HA-EBR80 Sports Ear Clip Headphones Feature Mic & Remote

JVC today expanded its sports clip headphone line with the addition of a new model that features an in-line remote and microphone. The new HA-EBR80 headphones are an earbud design with a unique adjustable ear clip that holds them securely in place.


The new HA-EBR80 headphones are ideal for the active user. They feature a one-button remote control that makes it easy to operate the play, stop and skip functions, and answer a phone call that can be handled hands-free thanks to the built-in microphone. The headphones are compatible with Apple and Blackberry devices.

Designed for sports use, the HA-EBR80 headphones are both comfortable and practical…

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Audio-Technica Debuts Its ATH-CKS55I Solid Bass Headphones With iPhone, Ipad And iPod Compatibility

Audio-Technica is celebrating “50 Years of Passionate Listening” at CES 2012. The company is broadening its Solid Bass headphones lineup with the introduction of its ATH-CKS55i In-ear Headphones, featuring an integrated mic and controls for iPhone™, iPad® and iPod®. The ATH-CKS55i (SRP: $79.95) is designed for listeners who enjoy hip-hop, R&B, hard rock, metal and other bass-driven music, and delivers powerful, impactful bass while providing a smooth frequency response with a detailed, natural midrange and clear treble.


The ATH-CKS55i features an in-line three-button remote that provides the ability to control volume, play, pause, fast forward and rewind music playback functions on compatible Apple devices. The remote also lets iPhone users answer calls over the headphones, or while talking via Skype or VoIP on an iPhone, iPad or iPod touch®. The microphone has an omnidirectional pickup pattern (it picks up sound from all directions) and is designed for high-quality, intelligible response, enabling the wearer’s voice to be clearly transmitted without having to speak directly into the mic…

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JVC Announces HA-FR201 and HA-FX101 Xtreme Xplosives Headphones

JVC today announced the expansion of its Xtreme Xplosives headphone series with the addition of two new inner ear models. Both new headphones, the HA-FR201 and HA-FX101, offer powerful bass performance, a secure fit and the durability that characterizes the entire Xtreme Xplosives line.


The two new headphones are identical in specifications and performance, with the HA-FR201 adding an in-line remote control and microphone. Shared features include JVC’s Extreme deep bass port that delivers strong bass reproduction, and a powerful 0.33-inch neodymium driver in each housing for clean, clear sound…

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Audio-Technica Expands Its Player's Line Headphones Lineup With ATH-CP500i and ATH-CP500

At CES 2012, Audio-Technica is celebrating “50 Years of Passionate Listening.” The company is expanding its Player’s Line of fitness-oriented headphones with the introduction of its ATH-CP500i and ATH-CP500 Sport Fit In-ear Headphones. Both models feature a new ear-hanger design and Audio-Technica’s patented loop support system to provide a stable, comfortable fit even during intense workouts. The ATH-CP500i includes an integrated mic and controls for iPhone™, iPad® and iPod®.


The ATH-CP500i (SRP: $59.95) is identical to the ATH-CP500 (SRP: $49.95) with the addition of an in-line three-button remote that provides the ability to control volume, play, pause, fast forward and rewind music playback functions on compatible Apple devices. The remote also lets iPhone users answer calls over the headphones, or while talking via Skype or VoIP on an iPhone, iPad or iPod touch®…

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JVC Announces HA-S200: New Lightweight, Foldable Headphones With “DJ Style” Monitoring

Easy single-ear monitoring, foldable design and a choice of four colors are all features of the new JVC Riptidz HA-S200 headphones. The new headphones offer high quality sound reproduction in a light, foldable on-ear design that also offers a flip-up earpiece for “DJ-style” hands-free single-ear monitoring.


The HA-S200’s are designed for those who want headphones that combine easy portability with high quality sound and good isolation from background noise. The HA-S200’s folding design makes them easy to pack, while their on-ear design and soft cushion ear pads provide excellent sound isolation…

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New JVC HA-FX40 Inner Ear Headphones Are First With Carbon Nanotubes Diaphragms

The world’s first headphones to use new carbon nanotubes technology were announced by JVC today. The new JVC HA-FX40 inner ear headphones feature carbon nanotubes diaphragms that deliver clean, crisp sound. Other key features include dual-layer housings for enhanced sound isolation, a rubber fitting stabilizer for a secure and comfortable fit, and a selection of earpieces to suit a wide range of ear shapes.


Carbon nanotubes diaphragms represent a breakthrough in headphone technology as the material provides a balance of strength and flexibility that cannot be matched by diaphragms made from metals or plastics…

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Monster Showcases "Gratitude" In-Ear Headphones

Monster is proud to partner with Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees and 8-time Grammy Award winners Earth, Wind & Fire for the launch of a new line of advanced consumer electronics products inspired by the iconic band. The first product to be released under the partnership alliance is "Gratitude™" (SRP: $229.95), specially created high-performance in-ear headphones that combine leading-edge Monster audio technologies and engineering with the music and sound expertise of the legendary Earth, Wind & Fire.


Monster Gratitude headphones are specifically engineered and tuned to faithfully reproduce the true harmonics of live music and the sonic details of each instrument, resulting in a more natural, immersive and vibrant listening experience.

Monster is committed to actively seeking out like-minded partners in order to bring together the resources and talents needed to create truly beneficial products for today's "digital lifestyle." That's how the partnership between Monster and one of the world's most legendary bands came to be. At the 2011 CES convention in Las Vegas, Earth, Wind & Fire performed at the annual Monster Retailer Awards and Concert. Group founder Maurice White, made a special appearance with the legendary band…

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Monster And Radioshack Launch iSport Livestrong Headphones

Monster is teaming up with RadioShack for the exclusive launch
of its new iSport™ LIVESTRONG® branded in-ear headphones for athletes and enthusiasts.
The headphones boldly feature LIVESTRONG's
iconic bright yellow on both the cable and earpieces. They will be available nationwide and online at
RadioShack, a leading retailer of Monster headphones and products, starting in
February 2012 for a suggested retail price of $179.95, followed by rollout at
other retailers later this year.


A portion of the proceeds from sales of the iSport LIVESTRONG headphones will be donated to the Lance Armstrong Foundation, created in 1997 by the cancer survivor and champion cyclist to serve people affected by cancer and empower them to take action against the world's leading cause of death. The foundation is now known publicly by its powerful brand - LIVESTRONG - and is a leader in the global movement on behalf of 28 million people around the world living with cancer today.

Noel Lee, the Head Monster, noted: "LIVESTRONG is one of the world's brightest lights in today's fight against cancer, and Monster is proud to join RadioShack in its innovative support for such a worthy cause…

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