Dyson has revealed its first high-fidelity, audio-only headphones, the Dyson OnTrac. These headphones provide enhanced noise cancellation, decreasing unwanted noise by up to 40dB using a unique Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) algorithm that employs eight microphones to sample external sound 384,000 times per second.
The Dyson OnTrac headphones include 40mm, 16-ohm neodymium speaker drivers and audio signal processing, providing a wide sound spectrum from 6 to 21,000 Hertz. With ANC activated, the battery life may last up to 55 hours, and two high-capacity lithium-ion battery cells are hung in the headband for even weight distribution. Users may turn on and off ANC by double-tapping each ear cup.
The headphones have high-quality foam cushions, multi-pivot gimbal arms, soft micro-suede ear cushions and optimised clamp force for maximum comfort. The headphones are available in four colour variants- CNC Aluminium, CNC Copper, Ceramic Cinnabar and CNC Black Nickel. Users may further customise their headphones with numerous colours and finishes for the exterior caps and ear cushions, which are machined from high-quality aluminium. The MyDyson software offers real-time sound monitoring and custom EQ modes, while Head Detect sensors automatically pause audio, an easy joystick controls playback and two beam-forming microphones ensure clear calls.
Dyson's OnTrac headphones will soon be available in India.