New from Sennheiser: CX 80U earphones and HD 400U headphones

Successors to the CX 80S and HD 400S models, the new Sennheiser CX 80U and HD 400U are respectively a pair of in-ear headphones and a closed-back over-ear headphone, which can be connected via USB-C for 96 kHz/24-bit Hi-Res Audio playback and are compatible with virtually all smartphones, tablets, handheld consoles, and computers. Sennheiser HD 400U and Sennheiser CX 80U: Main Specifications. The Sennheiser HD 400U, equipped with a 32 mm driver, provides excellent passive noise isolation thanks to its closed-back design, and it comes with a carrying case and a detachable cable. The Sennheiser CX 80U in-ear headphones promise a balanced and dynamic sound reproduction thanks to their 9.7 mm drivers, and offer three sizes of ear tips to ensure a secure fit for everyone. [] [] Christian Ern, Senior Product Manager at Sennheiser, explains: “The Sennheiser HD 400U and CX 80U were designed for those who want to plug and play immediately, without compromising on sound quality. By combining our acoustic expertise with the universality of USB-C and an integrated remote control, we offer a simple and accessible Sennheiser experience, whether for your entertainment or your daily professional activities.” Available now. Suggested retail prices: €39 for the Sennheiser CX 80U, €79 for the Sennheiser HD 400U. Key features of the Sennheiser HD 400U: • Type: Closed-back, dynamic, circumaural headphones • Drivers: 32 mm transducers • Frequency response: 18-20,000 Hz • Sensitivity: 120 dB • Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): < 0.5% • Weight: 217 g Key features of the Sennheiser CX 80U: • Type: Closed-back dynamic in-ear headphones • Drivers: 9.7 mm • Frequency response: 17-20,000 Hz • Sensitivity: 119 dB • Total Harmonic Distortion (THD): < 0.5% • Weight: 14.3 g