Denon’s Zany New Headphones

Just gotta love that name! Denon’s new AH-C120 and AH-C50 comprise part of its Music Maniac series and are the first Denon headphones designed to work with Android as well as Apple devices.
The Music Maniac range is big on getting good sound from a compact and elegant design.
Most affordable is the AH-C50 which 9 mm dynamic drivers set in a nicely crafted moulded ABS housing. Part of the package includes has a non-tangle cable and an in-line 1-button remote for easy control of select Android and Apple devices and other smartphones. An integrated microphone allows you to gabble away on your mobile and access voice recognition operations. Denon AH-C50 in-ear headphones are designed to be small and extremely portable. Regardless of the individual ear canal size, Denon says these headphones will fit securely and comfortably, providing a good seal. Four different sizes of silicon ear tips (XS, S, M, and L) are provided in the box, so owners can choose the size that feels the most comfortable for an enjoyable listening experience.
The higher-end AH-C120 feature 11.5 mm drivers that are a set in an Aluminum-ABS Hybrid Material Housing and comes with an oxygen-free, non-tangle cable. In addition to silicon ear tips (S, M, L), it also comes with a pair of Comply Foam TX-400M ear tips for highest possible individual fit and a compact carry case is also included for extreme portability. When designing the range, Denon paid attention to feedback from audio enthusiasts who experience unwanted noise with many headphones, generated by the cable rubbing or bumping against their chest. To solve this issue, Denon’s specially designed Radial Cascade Damper system reduces cable-transmitted vibration noise, enabling you to enjoy studio-quality music on the go.
All Denon Music Maniac in-ear headphones are professionally tuned to a Flat EQ to deliver an acoustically transparent music experience. There is also a dedicated Denon Audio smartphone App for Android and iOS to further enhance the listening experience.
Denon AH-C50 Music Maniac In-ear Headphones
- 9 mm drivers professionally tuned to a Flat EQ to deliver an acoustically transparent music experience
- Acoustic Optimiser adjusts the sound pressure balance in front of and behind the diaphram
- Non-tangle cable with Denon’s specially designed Radial Cascade Damper system which reduces cable-transmitted vibration noise
- Gold plated plug 3.5mm stereo mini plug
- 1-button remote (for Play/Pause/Talk/Hang Up) & integrated microphone for control / communication with select Android devices, Apple devices, and other smartphones*
- Adapter cable for smartphones
- Silicon Ear Tips for a custom fit included (XS, S, M, L)
- RRP $59.95
Denon AH-C120 Music Maniac In-ear Headphones
- 11.5 mm drivers professionally tuned to a Flat EQ to deliver an acoustically transparent music experience
- Acoustic Optimiser adjusts the sound pressure balance in front of and behind the diaphram
- Aluminum-ABS Hybrid Material Housing eliminates resonance of bass-enhanced music
- Oxygen-Free, non-tangle cable with Denon’s specially designed Radial Cascade Damper system which reduces cable-transmitted vibration noise
- Gold plated plug 3.5mm stereo mini plug
- 1-button remote (for Play/Pause/Talk/Hang Up) & integrated microphone for control / communication with select Android devices, Apple devices, and other smartphones*
- Adapter cable for smartphones
- Silicon Ear Tips (S, M, L) and Comply® TX-400M Foam Ear tips for a custom fit included
- Carrying Case with zipper included
- RRP $119.95
* Some Functions may vary on your device (Android, iPod, iPhone, iPad, etc.), due to their functional capability.
Denon Audio App - available for iPhone, iPad, or Android phones
Enhances the listening experience by providing:
- High quality audio player with instant playlist creation
- TuneIn Internet Radio
- Ability to create, save, and share custom EQ curves with an integrated 1000-band equaliser* (additional cost required)
- Choose from a myriad of EQ presets
- Denon Music Community allows you to discover new artists, new songs, similar to your music tastes and download from iTunes (available for iOS version only)
- Discover tour dates / locations for your favourite artists and purchase concert tickets via the app
- Update your Facebook or Twitter status about the music you like with a touch of a button
Denon AH-C50 and AH-C120 will be available from June 2014.
For more information, visit Denon Australia.
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