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Noble Announces FoKus Apollo ANC Headphones with World's First Dynamic + Planar Hybrid Drivers

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For over a decade, Noble has been leading the way in universal and custom in-ear monitor design and development. From their first K-10 universal IEM, to their award-winning true wireless range and prestige custom in-ear monitors - Noble only uses the finest materials, hand-crafted with passion and precision. The FoKus Apollo is Noble's first ever headphone model, and the world's first headphones to use a dynamic driver and planar magnetic driver hybrid speaker arrangement. This unique blend of technologies results in audio like no other wireless headphone that has come before, utilizing the accuracy and top-end clarity of planar with the power and body achieved by dynamic drivers. Available to buy on the 3rd September from NobleAudio.com and selected retailers worldwide for $649/£599/€699.

The FoKus Apollo is Noble's first foray into the world of over-ear headphones. With the world's first patented 40 mm dynamic driver and 14.5 mm planar magnetic hybrid driver speaker arrangement, Noble has created a headphone that is completely unique in sound and design. Planar magnetic speakers are known for their delicacy and accuracy, without the blurring effects of excessive inertia. Dynamic drivers provide excellent bass by moving significant amounts of air, however, due to their mass, dynamic drivers cannot provide the crystal clear mid and high frequencies that planar magnetic speakers are capable of. By utilizing both a dynamic speaker and a planar magnetic speaker the Noble FoKus Apollo provides the clarity of a planar magnetic driver, while retaining the bass of a dynamic driver. Two worlds collide for a stunningly blissful audio experience like no other.



No corners have been cut with the FoKus Apollo features and accessories. The integrated ADI chip combined with 3 microphones per side provides superior hybrid ANC performance with a reduction depth of up to -35db. Support for LDAC and aptX HD codecs ensures the highest level of audio quality is delivered to the FoKus Apollo - allowing the headphones to work their magic. With the FoKus Apollo, enjoy listening for longer with up to 80 hours of playtime - 60 hours with ANC active - for uninterrupted musical enjoyment. Features such as multipoint connection and transparency mode add to the highly intuitive user experience. All can be managed with the compatible Noble FoKus app along with personalized EQ adjustments. Along with its high-quality built-in microphone, Noble has provided a removable boom mic with the FoKus Apollo which can turn the headphones into the ultimate communication device. A 3.5 mm audio cable is also included to use the headphones in wired mode - opening up its already wide range of uses to gaming, streaming and podcasting. Noble has used only the most premium materials when building the FoKus Apollo, with an anodized aluminium frame, Alcantara headband, and replaceable premium protein leather earpads for supreme comfort and added isolation.

Key Features
  • The world's first patented 1x40mm dynamic driver + 14.5 mm planar magnetic hybrid driver speaker arrangement.
  • Integrated ADI chip combined with 3 microphones per side providing hybrid ANC with a reduction depth of up to -35db.
  • Supported codecs include LDAC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, SBC.
  • 80 hours of play time without ANC / 60 hours of play time with ANC.
  • Excellent call quality with or without the supplied boom mic attached; Onboard mute switch for all microphones.
  • Bluetooth 5.3; QCC3084 chip.
  • Superior transparency mode; Multipoint connection.
  • Compatible with Noble FoKus app.

Specifications
  • Driver Configuration: 1 x 40 mm Dynamic Driver, 1 x 14.5 mm Planar Magnetic Driver
  • Communication Format: Bluetooth 5.3
  • Frequency Response: 10-40 kHz
  • Codecs Supported: LDAC, aptX, aptX HD, SBC, AAC
  • Continuous Playback: ANC ON: 60 hours. ANC OFF: 80 hours
  • Charging Time: :love: hours
  • Battery Capacity: 1000mAh
  • Accessories Included: EVA carrying case, 3.5 mm auxiliary cable, USB-C cable, two prong airline adapter, 1/4" adapter, detachable boom mic

The Noble FoKus Apollo will be available September 3rd, priced $649 / £599 / €699.

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I know the brand Noble from this

 
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Well, this is definitely more interesting than the average new premium headphones release. Would love to give these a try.
 
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idk, this reads pretty gimmicky to me
 
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