UK consumer electronics company, Nothing, has released its latest headphones that combine studio-focused tuning, adaptive noise cancellation, Bluetooth 6.1 and tactile controls, with support for high-resolution, low-latency audio.
The Nothing Headphone (1) Pro is placing a strong emphasis on audio hardware and giving users more control. The over-ear headphones have three separate drivers, one for bass, one for vocals and one for treble, as well as adaptive active noise cancellation, Dynamic Spatial Audio, and tuning that has been developed in collaboration with London’s Metropolis Studios.
The company has also kept its unique physical controls, so you can adjust the volume, change tracks, answer calls, and switch between ANC and Transparency mode without reaching for your phone all the time.
The Headphone (1) Pro also features Bluetooth 6.1, dual-device connectivity, Auracast, and is compatible with both Android and iOS.
Hardware-wise, Nothing has used machined aluminium, titanium alloy arms, and Panda Glass, and redesigned the ear cushions and headband for improved comfort.
The launch is currently focused on the US and other international markets – sales in the US begin today, 29th September, at $399 (roughly ₹38,200). Nothing has yet to announce an India launch date and price.
The audio system combines a 40mm dynamic driver, a 13×8mm precision dynamic driver and a solid-state xMEMS treble driver. Nothing says the bass driver delivers 15 percent more punch and 26 percent higher sensitivity than Headphone (1).
The xMEMS driver uses a silicon diaphragm that is 95 times stiffer than plastic, while the precision driver uses a PEN diaphragm for vocals.
The headphones support Hi-Res Audio, with USB-C lossless playback up to 24-bit/192kHz. Dynamic Spatial Audio includes upgraded head tracking and a Studio B mode recreated with Metropolis Studios.
You also get Flat EQ, Advanced EQ, Personal Sound and five Metropolis-tuned profiles through Nothing X.
For noise cancellation, 10 microphones and real-time Adaptive ANC deliver up to 46dB. An 8mm silicone baffle wall and two-layer cushion system are designed to reduce sound leakage.
