Headphones
All the Best Gadgets to Give a DJ for the Holidays
‘Tis the season and—love it or hate it—that time of year distinguished by the celebratory buying and exchanging of gifts is closing in fast. For many, shopping for a gift is relatively straightforward. But for others, it never gets easier. Take the DJ of the family, for instance. Most of us don’t have Santa’s eerily on-target ESP so what’s a loved one to get them? Apart from a deep dive into the weird world that makes them the wonderful person they are, it can be almost impossible. Fortunately, EDM.com has your back. Over the course of the last month, we spent more than 40 hours turning knobs and pushing buttons on all the best gadgets we could get our hands on. We went to stores, factories and corporate offices hundreds of miles apart to test out the newest headphones, speakers and ...
Skullcandy Kicks off Pride Month With Inequality Crusher Wireless Headphones
HipHopWired Featured Video CLOSE Source: Skullcandy / Inequality Crusher Skullcandy’s latest headphones, the Inequality Crusher, are right on time for the beginning of LGBTQ+ Pride Month. Wednesday (June.1), Skullcandy unveiled its latest collaboration with ongoing partner To Write Love on Her Arms, the Inequality Crusher wireless headphones. To Write Love on Her Arms is a nonprofit movement dedicated to presenting hope and finding help for people struggling with depression, addiction, self-injury, and suicide. The limited-edition Inequality Crusher headphones allow wearers to make a bold statement while enjoying their favorite tunes, podcasts, or movies, thanks to its vibrant design that celebrates all love, all the time, and not just Pride Month. Source: Skullcandy / Inequality Crusher “...
Win a Pair of Pioneer DJ’s Sleek, Ergonomic HDJ-CX Headphones
If you can count on Pioneer DJ for one thing, it’s innovation. The leading DJ equipment and music production tools company has now launched the HDJ-CX, a brand new pair of headphones engineered for agile performance mixing. The on-ear headphones were built to deliver comfort, a high level of sound insulation and, perhaps most of all, durability. But how strong are they really? The HDJ-CX model passed the U.S. Military’s MIL-STD-810H, a shock testing standard used to evaluate any given piece of equipment’s lifecycle and response to environmental stress. Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles Durability aside, the model was conceptualized with comfort in mind. According to Pioneer DJ, the HDJ-CX can be worn for hours “with artists hardly feeling the headpho...
Sony’s Next Flagship Headphones Confrimed By Recent Leak, Claims of “Improved Battery Life” Looking Shaky
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: picture alliance / Getty A Reddit leak featuring photos of Sony’s new flagship headphones in the wild has hit the web and is also causing concern about the accessory. Spotted on The Verge, photos of Sony’s WH-1000XM5 flagship headphones packaging surfaced online, confirming its existence and giving headphone enthusiasts hints at what to expect from them. The headphones rumored design feature a thinner headband and redesigned connector, plus right and left ear cups have been confirmed. But the leak puts into question Sony’s new headphone’s battery life, especially when using the best its best feature, noise canceling. Per The Verge: Related Stories Unfortunately, the new leak calls into question a previous report from TechnikNews, which claimed t...
Sony’s Next Flagship Headphones Confrimed By Recent Leak, Claims of “Improved Battery Life” Looking Shaky
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: picture alliance / Getty A Reddit leak featuring photos of Sony’s new flagship headphones in the wild has hit the web and is also causing concern about the accessory. Spotted on The Verge, photos of Sony’s WH-1000XM5 flagship headphones packaging surfaced online, confirming its existence and giving headphone enthusiasts hints at what to expect from them. The headphones rumored design feature a thinner headband and redesigned connector, plus right and left ear cups have been confirmed. But the leak puts into question Sony’s new headphone’s battery life, especially when using the best its best feature, noise canceling. Per The Verge: Related Stories Unfortunately, the new leak calls into question a previous report from TechnikNews, which claimed t...
Dyson Wades Into Wearable Products With Air-Purifying Headphones
Purified air and pristine sound quality – both are now simultaneously achievable with Dyson‘s latest invention. Headquartered in Singapore, the multi-billion dollar manufacturer of household goods is wading into the audio technology space with a unique twist. Enter the Dyson Zone, the company’s new noise-cancelling, air-purifying headphones. The product marks Dyson’s first wearable device on the market and they’re already making a stand-out impression. Airflow and purification are two of Dyson’s foremost areas of expertise. The company’s existing product offering includes a robust lineup of vacuum cleaners, hair dryers, fans, and more. Scroll to Continue Recommended Articles Dyson applies their industry-leading technology throughout the Zone. ...
Need New Earbuds? These JBL True Wireless In-Ear Headphones Are on Sale for $50
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Finding the right headphones can be a tedious process, but if you’re looking for a great deal, JBL’s Tune 125 True Wireless In-Ear Headphones are on sale for $50. The popular earbuds are marked down 50% off at Amazon, but only for a limited time, so you might want to hop on the discount before it’s gone. Amazon Prime members get free delivery on tons of items like JBL headphones. The membership also includes exclusive deals along with access to Prime Video, Prime Reading, Amazon Photos and Amazon Music for $14.99 a month after a free 30-day trial. Whether yo...
Slow News Week: Vice President Kamala Harris Trending For Not Using Bluetooth Headphones
HipHopWired Featured Video CLOSE Source: JIM WATSON / Getty Maybe because the news week was slow or someone needed to get some traffic going on their site, Vice President Kamala Harris made the trending rounds for reasons not exactly tied to her political duties. The former senator was the talk of social media after a news piece came out noting that Harris uses wired headphones instead of Bluetooth wireless headphones for reasons that should make sense yet piqued the interests of grizzled journalists all the same. POLITICO released a newsletter on Monday (Dec. 6) with a portion of the release titled “Kamala Harris is Bluetooth-phobic,” which was seemingly framed to elicit the kind of chatter that followed. The tone of the story almost came from a snarky place but that’s hard to prove. Take...
Vince Staples & Union Partner For New Beats Studio Buds Collaboration
HipHopWired Featured Video Source: Beats / Beats Vince Staples has many talents, most especially in the world of music where the rapper and social media genius displays an amazing diversity in sound. Partnering with streetwear standout Union, the two entities have collaborated to release a limited-edition Beats Studio Buds set to coincide with Union’s 30th year in existence. Starting this Wednesday (Dec. 1), the Beats Studio Buds will be available for purchase exclusively at Union’s Los Angeles and Tokyo outfits and online. The color scheme of the buds is a striking red, Black, and green design showcased both via the buds and their packaging. The colors of the Pan-African flag are a distinct reminder that Union is a Black-owned company and that lines up with Staples’ personal philosophies....
Billboard Buys: Sony’s Wireless Headphones Are Just $38
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Few brands consistently hit the mark like Sony when it comes to making top-rated headphones. Their WH-1000XM4 headphones are the best noise-cancelling headphones in the business, while their WHCH710N model (on sale for $78) are great for taking calls at home or the office. The best Sony headphones deal online right now though is with the Sony WH-CH510 Wireless Headphones, which are marked down to just $38 on Amazon. An Amazon exclusive (meaning you won’t find this deal anywhere else), the headphones have been priced as high as $99 in the past, making this a ...
Billboard Buys: Sony is Blowing Out These Top-Rated Headphones for $10
All products and services featured are independently chosen by editors. However, Billboard may receive a commission on orders placed through its retail links, and the retailer may receive certain auditable data for accounting purposes. Sony headphones used to cost a pretty penny, but the electronics company has come out with a line of budget headphones that pack a decent punch. Case in point: these Sony ZX Series Wired On-Ear Headphones, which are on sale right now for just $10 on Amazon (regularly $24.99+). For just 10 bucks, you get a pair of brand new, genuine Sony headphones for music, work, recording and more. This is not just one of the best Sony headphone deals online, but one of the best headphone deals – period. Shop: Sony ZX Series Wired Headphones $9.99 The Sony ZX Series Headph...
Billboard Buys: Get These Top-Rated Noise-Cancelling Headphones for $79
The Soundcore by Anker Life Q30 Headphones deliver hi-res music in crisp, clear detail, thanks to the Q30’s 40mm drivers. Anker says the highly-flexible silk diaphragms can actually better reproduce the thumping bass in your tracks, and bring out more of the subtle changes in your songs too. Ultimately, what you’re buying these headphones for though is their advanced noise-cancelling technology. Anker’s headphones feature dual noise-detecting microphones that pick up and filter out up to 95% of ambient sound to ensure that nothing distracts you from your music. You can also customize your listening experience with three different noise cancellation modes: “Transport Mode” helps to minimize noise when traveling (I.e. the whirl of an airplane engine); “...
