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Noble Announces Launch Of FoKus Apollo ANC Headphones
The new model features the world’s first dynamic/planar hybrid driver arrangement, offers 80 hours of playtime, and has a removable boom mic.
Leading in-ear monitor specialist Noble has stepped into the highly competitive world of wireless over-ear headphones after announcing a new model, the FoKus Apollo.
The premium device is not just a first for Noble but also the world’s only headphone to use a dynamic driver and planar magnetic hybrid speaker arrangement. According to the press release, the unique setup offers audio quality like “no other wireless headphone that has come before, utilizing the accuracy and top-end clarity of planar with the power and body achieved by dynamic drivers”.
Premium Features & Build Quality
The FoKus Apollo features a premium anodized aluminum frame, along with an Alcantara headband and replaceable leather earpads for maximum comfort and sound isolation.
As well as a unique speaker setup, the headphones also feature an integrated ADI chip combined with 3 microphones on each side for noise cancellation of up to -35db. Support for LDAC and aptX HD codecs means that the FoKus Apollo also delivers the best possible wireless audio fidelity.
Users will enjoy up to 80 hours of playtime (or 60 hours with noise cancellation active) while the accompanying FoKus app offers personalized EQ adjustments.
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Finally, Noble has bundled a removable boom mic with the FoKus Apollo to turn the headphones into a high-end communication device, along with a 3.5mm audio cable to enable gamers, streamers, and podcasters to benefit from their premium sound.
Specifications
- Driver Configuration: 1 x 40mm Dynamic Driver, 1 x 14.5mm Planar Magnetic Driver
- Communication Format: Bluetooth 5.3
- Frequency Response: 10-40kHz
- Codecs Supported: LDAC, aptX, aptX HD, SBC, AAC
- Continuous Playback: ANC ON: 60 hours. ANC OFF: 80 hours
- Charging Time: <3 hours
- Battery Capacity: 1000mAh
- Accessories Included: EVA carrying case, 3.5mm auxiliary cable, USB-C cable, two-prong airline adapter, 1/4″ adapter, detachable boom mic.
The Noble FoKus Apollo will be available from September 3rd, priced at $649 / £599 / €699.