Thursday, July 18th 2024

Dyson Introduces the US$500 OnTrac Headphones

Today, Dyson unveils its first high-fidelity, audio-only headphones: the Dyson the new headphones. Offering best-in-class noise cancellation, these headphones deliver up to 55 hours of immersive listening. With over 2,000 customisable colour combinations for outer caps and ear cushions, each ear cushion is crafted from ultra-soft microfiber and high-grade foam for superior comfort and acoustic seal. Multi-pivot gimbal arms and a uniquely positioned battery in the headband ensure balanced weight distribution.

"Dyson's audio engineering mission is to preserve the integrity of the artist's sound wave, free from interference. We also wanted to create a set of headphones that people would cherish, be excited by, and be proud of. With over 30 years of experience in aeroacoustics, we've mastered sound physics. By reducing noise through in-house anechoic chambers and expert engineers, we've applied and further expanded our audio knowledge to develop the Dyson OnTrac headphones. Our first over-ear audio only headphones deliver best-in-class ANC, exceptional sound quality, and all-day comfort through unique materials, design and customisation." - Jake Dyson, Chief Engineer
Customisable with Durable Materials and Premium Finishes
The Dyson OnTrac comes in four colourways, each precision-crafted with unique, durable finishes designed by Jake Dyson and our CMF team. Inspired by the CNC manufacturing process, options include CNC Aluminium, Copper, and Nickel. The Ceramic Cinnabar variant has a ceramic-feel painted finish. In addition to these four colourways, you are able to customise your Dyson OnTrac with custom outer caps and ear cushions in various colours and finishes.

Audio Research & Development
Dyson is known for pioneering new technologies, entering unexpected fields. Each project starts with fundamental research and a scientific understanding. Within the audio category, Dyson engineers prioritise preserving the integrity of sound. The goal is to reproduce sound as accurately as the original recording or mix, free from distortion or noise pollution. Achieving this requires a deep understanding of acoustics and psychoacoustics, which Dyson engineers have developed over years of creating products that move air.

Dyson has built a world class team over 30 years with extensive knowledge of acoustic and noise reduction techniques. The team is constantly evolving, building knowledge around audio reproduction, noise cancelling, and electro-acoustic design.

Best-in-Class Noise Cancellation
To create an optimal listening environment, the Dyson OnTrac features a custom Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) algorithm which uses 8 microphones, sampling external sound 384,000 times a second. This combines with superior materials and carefully designed internal geometry to cancel up to 40dB of unwanted noise.

Enhanced Sound Range
With 40 mm, 16-ohm neodymium speaker drivers and advanced audio signal processing, the Dyson OnTrac ensures that every note or word is delivered with precision. The headphones reproduce frequencies from as low as 6 Hertz to as high as 21,000 Hertz, providing deep sub-bass that you can feel, and clear highs at the upper end of the frequency range. Meanwhile, the speaker housing tilted 13˚ towards the ear for a more direct audio response.

55-Hour Battery Life with ANC
With up to 55-hour battery life, Dyson OnTrac provides up to two weeks of listening even with ANC enabled. The two high-capacity lithium-ion battery cells are suspended in the headband for more even weight distribution. To switch between ANC on and off, simply double tap on either ear cup.

Engineered for All-Day Comfort and Acoustics
Certified comfortable by US Ergonomics4, Dyson OnTrac unites comfort and acoustics with precision. Select materials and ergonomic design ensure a superior acoustic seal and lasting comfort. High-grade foam cushions and multi-pivot gimbal arms relieve ear pressure, while battery positioning in the headband evenly distributes weight. Soft micro-suede ear cushions and optimized clamp force provide a consistent fit across diverse head sizes.

MyDyson App
The MyDyson app, includes real-time sound tracking that monitors in-ear and external volume, alerting users to potentially harmful levels.

The MyDyson app also enables owners to choose between three custom EQ modes: Bass Boost, Neutral and Enhanced.

Additional features:
  • Head Detect: Capacitive sensors detect when earcups are removed from the ears, signalling to pause your audio. Audio resumes automatically once replaced.
  • Intuitive Joystick: Easily play, pause, skip, fast forward, and rewind tracks, or hold down for voice commands.
  • Crystal-Clear Calls: Dual beam-forming microphones pick up your voice clearly, not outside noise.
  • Real-time sound tracking: Continuously monitors in-ear and external volume, and indicates potentially harmful levels through live reports in the MyDyson App.
[Editor's note: The Dyson OnTrac MSRP is US$500 with replacement caps being priced at US$50]

Source: Dyson
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33 Comments on Dyson Introduces the US$500 OnTrac Headphones

#1
Marcus L
What's an audio-only headphone?? Seen Dyson and was thinking $1k not bad, only half of that :ohwell::roll: didn't know this wasn't their first forey into headphones however :confused:
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#2
dir_d
This is very surprising. After the Headphone/Air filter they still keep going into headphones.
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#3
TheLostSwede
News Editor
Marcus LWhat's an audio-only headphone?? Seen Dyson and was thinking $1k not bad, only half of that :ohwell::roll: didn't know this wasn't their first forey into headphones however :confused:
It's their new product that doesn't make you look like you're competing in Mortal Combat.



It's called the Dyson Zone and starts at US$700.
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#4
Solaris17
Super Dainty Moderator
TheLostSwedethat doesn't make you look like you're competing in Mortal Combat.
What makes you think I’m not??
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#5
gurusmi
Do those headphones also vacuum the earwax and nose booger?
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#6
Dristun
gurusmiDo those headphones also vacuum the earwax and nose booger?
I'd pay $1000 for a product like that!
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#7
FoulOnWhite
These will have the usual Dyson tax on them. Most dyson stuff is waaay overpriced imo, i mean come on £330 for a hair dryer. Even these are £449, there are better phones i'm sure for this money.
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TheLostSwede
News Editor
FoulOnWhiteThese will have the usual Dyson tax on them. Most dyson stuff is waaay overpriced imo, i mean come on £330 for a hair dryer. Even these are £449, there are better phones i'm sure for this money.
Hence the US$500 price tag, plus $50 if you want different colour sides. No word on what new ear pads will cost.
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#9
LabRat 891
Guaranteed late and kicked around? :laugh:
As someone with both professional and personal experience w/ OnTrac (the courier), I don't think the association is what Dyson had in mind...
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#10
Marcus L
DristunI'd pay $1000 for a product like that!
Have my finger, where's my money?
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#12
freeagent
I like Dyson stuff. We have a couple of their vacuums and a floor standing fan. They were expensive but they are worth it imo..

Cant speak for these headphones though.. I would try them out in a store if I could.
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#13
ZoneDymo
great that you do good noise canceling...but I have zero faith in a dyson headphone
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#14
mechtech
This the same Dyson that makes the vacuums??
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#15
bonehead123
TheLostSwedeNo word on what new ear pads will cost.
As always, if you have to ask, then you can't afford them, hahahahaha :)
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#17
RJARRRPCGP
FoulOnWhiteMost dyson stuff is waaay overpriced imo, i mean come on £330 for a hair dryer. Even these are £449, there are better phones i'm sure for this money.
The only thing I would get from them, are vacuums.
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#18
Unregistered
My dog hates the Dyson enough as it is, if I wore this while vacuuming it might be too much for the poor girl.
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#19
watzupken
gurusmiDo those headphones also vacuum the earwax and nose booger?
I was thinking the same thing. While I understand business needs to diversify, there is absolutely no link between cleaning devices and audio devices. So my question will be, why will I buy a Dyson headphones over a more established and proven brand like Sony?
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#20
randomUser
How is Dyson still in business. Their products are low quality and overpriced. They treat customers like garbage and still manages to stay alive.
Do people these days really are masochists? So they like being treated like sh..t
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#21
gurusmi
I can say it only for germany. Dyson is on #2 of vacuum cleaners. They try to keep that place because germans don't like the #1. Please don't ask me why that attitude is existing. I don't know it. But there has been a german documentation on TV showing Dyson and their marketing strategies.
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#23
slyphnier
dir_dThis is very surprising. After the Headphone/Air filter they still keep going into headphones.
i am guessing that air-filter-headphone is big failure, so they recycle it by ditching the air-filter parts
and just make headphone hoping it will sell better lol

but if they still using dyson-tax on this headphone, i dont think people will getting this over headphone from known audio company
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#24
Unregistered
It's very difficult to take a brand seriously when they step into an arena they (on paper) have no business doing so with.
gurusmiI can say it only for germany. Dyson is on #2 of vacuum cleaners. They try to keep that place because germans don't like the #1. Please don't ask me why that attitude is existing. I don't know it. But there has been a german documentation on TV showing Dyson and their marketing strategies.
I am completely miffed by the logic there.
Obviously there is a cultural difference I am not familiar with, also I'll assume #1 is Miele?
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#25
ro9ue01
Solaris17What makes you think I’m not??
Sub-Zero, is it you buddy?
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