So now other then just buying a gadget for its technologies and functions, it will be a great plus point if that gadget can match up to your taste and lifestyle. Making it a great conversation starter filled with praise on your advancement in tech and good taste in style. The latest Sony EXTRA BASS headphones series will do just that. The four additional members of the EXTRA BASS family are the wireless MDR-XB950N1 with added noise cancelling technology, the wireless MDR-XB950B1, the MDR-XB550AP which comes in a wide variety of colours, and the MDR-XB510AS water resistant, in-ear sports headphones.
GO WIRELESS
The XB950N1 and XB950B1 wireless over-the-ear headphones delivers powerful, enhanced bass response while supporting Bluetooth audio streaming and the listening experience can be controlled & customised with the “Sony | Headphones Connect” smartphone application. In addition, the XB950N1 feature noise cancelling that adapts to your environment and eliminates ambient sounds, allowing you to focus on your music wherever you.
These wireless headphones also gives you the convenience of hands-free calling, via its integrated microphone which will quickly pick up a call by a press on the phone button on the earpiece. The built-in rechargeable battery provides up to 22 hours of continuous, wireless music playback for the noise cancelling XB950N1. The XB950B1 provides up to 18 hours on a full charge. When your battery does run low, passive mode allows for continued listening with the supplied cable.
The Sony EXTRA BASS noise cancelling XB950N1 will be available from April 2017 at S$339 and the XB950B1 will be atS$269.
OLD SCHOOL WIRED STYLE
The XB550AP wired on-ear headphones feature a premium metal headband and the 30mm driver units are capable of delivering powerful, deep and punchy enhanced bass response. The in-line remote with microphone allows for simple control: call answer/end, and audio track play/pause functionality while a durable, serrated cable design makes for a tangle-free experience. The free Smart Key App (available on Google Play) lets you customise the control of the in-line remote via your smartphone.
The Sony EXTRA BASS XB550AP will be available from April 2017 at S$89. YUP!! EIGHTY-NINE!!! That’s a steal right? Haha
SWEAT RESISTANT
The specially designed earbuds of the XB510AS in-ear sports headphones work in conjunction with the drivers to deliver powerful, enhanced bass response. The easy-to-wear style with arc supporters provides a perfect, stable fit for active users and with an IPX5 / IPX7 water-resistant design, the XB510AS can be worn while running in rain or sitting around the pool. They are also highly sweat resistant, so you can exercise without compromising comfort.
The XB510AS headphones come with four sizes of earbuds and arc supporters for stable fitting, as well as a clip, cord adjuster, and mesh carrying pouch to further enhance your workout, before, during, and after.
The Sony EXTRA BASS XB510AS will be available from April 2017 at S$69.