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Sennheiser is offering a trade-in program of sorts for your old headphones. Whether “new, old, broken or used” all you have to do is choose the style of headphones that you want to purchase, fill out their form, gather up your old headphones and mail them in. The trade-in value depends not on the style of headphones that you are sending in, but on the style that you are getting from Sennheiser. The value will range from $5 for Street Earbuds up to $25 for Noise Canceling models. So if you were thinking about replacing those nasty or broken headphones, Sennheiser may be worth checking out. The trade-in offer is valid from April 1 through July 31.

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Lots of tech gadgets are going wireless these days. It’s actually pretty amazing how all this technology has quickly become wireless, and now Sennheiser is getting ready to unveil their latest wireless stereo headphones during CES. There’s this new technology out that allows the player to transmit the music without it becoming compressed, thus allowing the music to retain its original quality and without any being lost.

“In Kleer we’ve found the ideal technology partner for our MX W1 wireless earphones”, explains Stijn Jans, Managing Director of Sennheiser Consumer Electronics GmbH, Singapore branch. “Kleer’s digital radio transmission technology produces excellent sound quality, which means that for the first time we are in a position to offer our customers wireless earphones without compromising our special Sennheiser sound.”

The MX W1 combines this new transmission technology with superior quality dynamic systems, coupled with Sennheiser’s twist-to-fit design - all to provide a snug fit, and great audio quality. Additionally, it comes with a tiny transmitter so you can take these headphones and your music anywhere. 

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Sennheiser has announced three pro level ear canal style headphones, the IE 6, IE 7, and top of the range IE 8. With this range you can emulate your favorite music artist as the concept behind this range is the same as the professionals use. They use dynamic transducers that cover the entire frequency range with one system which not only eliminates distortion but separates “tricky basslines and thunderous sound effects.”

With a robust and functional design all the models provide good isolation for precise reproduction (the top-of-the-range IE 8 can reach up to 26 dB of noise blocking attenuation) and have Kevlar strengthened cables.

The IE 6 is aimed at the bass enthusiast with passive attenuation up to 20 dB and a frequency response of 10 to 18,000 Hz, while the IE 7 classic has a frequency response of 10 to 19,000 Hz and attenuation up to 20 dB.

The top of the range IE 8 can can completely customize the frequency response to your listening preferences with a frequency response range from 10 to 20,000 Hz.

All the headphones have replaceable pads, transport case and a number of different ear adapters. The IE 6 and 7 will be available in March and the IE 8 in April.

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It must be tough writing the PR on headphones. I mean what can you say about them really? Here is what I think about the CX 6 Travel from Sennheiser:

• They look great.
• They work on a plane as well as any other device you care to mention.
• They are adjustable to the size of your ear canal.
• As they are ear canal headphones they keep the noise out and they stop the sounds leaking out.

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Enjoy your music player tunes with the Nokia Advanced Music Headphones HS-62 or the Hi-fi Nokia Stereo Headset HS-81. Your music will travel with you on the latest portable speakers, Nokia Music Speakers MD-3 and Nokia Music Speakers MD-4. And when you’re on the run, be as mobile as possible with the new Bluetooth headsets, the premium Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-801, and the fashionable Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-302 and the classic Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-207.

Click on for more details and product shots of these seven new Nokia headset design for the listener.

Nokia Stereo Headset HS-81
Take your music experience and blast it to Hi-fi level with the Nokia Stereo Headset HS-81, developed and produced in cooperation with Sennheiser. Additionally optimized for handsfree use, this headset has a neckband for support and comfortably sized earpads. The Nokia Stereo Headset HS-81 comes in a stylish black/grey color combination.

Nokia Advanced Music Headphones HS-62
Use these full-sized headphones to enjoy music through its 40mm stereo speakers. The Nokia Advanced Music Headphones HS-62 are ultra comfortable for listening, and when you’re done, fold them away for easy storage or travel. But of course once you are using headphones that are this big what is the point of walking around with a tiny phone.

Nokia Mini Speakers MD-4
Enjoy your music and jam wherever you are with your Nokia Mini Speakers MD-4, weighing only 130g. The speakers come in a thin, v-shaped innovative design, which folds right into your pocket. Its high sound will reverberate through the built-in stereo amplifier. An integrated radio antenna means you can even tune into your favorite radio station on the go.

Nokia Music Speakers MD-3
Small and easy to carry, the Nokia Music Speakers MD-3 are portable speakers. The speakers are ideal for enjoying music from your phone’s music player or radio. Compatible with a 3.5mm audio connector, the Nokia Music Speakers MD-3 comes complete with the Nokia Audio Adapter AD-15, Nokia Universal Headphone Adapter AD-50 and the Nokia Travel Charger AC-4.

Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-801
Weighing only 11 grams, the Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-801 provides up to six hours of talk time and up to 160 hours of stand by time.  The optional earloop provides added comfort for those lengthy talk times.

Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-302
The Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-302 is the fashion accessory for aspiring technology types. Wear this small headset with the adjustable earloop and use it just as easily - the multifunction button allows you to control your call functions. The Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-302 has up to 10 hours of talk time or up to 195 hours on standby.

Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-207
Available in black with chrome detail, this headset is easy to handle with its multifunction button for managing your voice functions. Talk for up to seven and a half hours or keep your Nokia Bluetooth Headset BH-207 on standby for up to 140 hours.

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Sennheiser has launched a new “Sport” range of headphones to go along with your workout plan. The headphones are protected from wetness (sweat, water, etc.) and extreme temperatures. The MX 70 Sport and MX 70 VC Sport have magnets on the earpieces so you can clip them around your neck. There’s also an extension cable, so the player to be worn at different heights, with a clothing clip to prevent you from knocking the wire off. The MX 70 VC Sport also has a volume control integrated into the cable. Check out the other models.

The MX 75 Sport earphones feature a “twist-to-fit” system for optimum fit, with earpieces in three sizes for a perfect ear fit. The PMX 70 Sport neckband headphones feature a vertical transducer system ensuring they sit extremely comfortably, and the single-sided cable attachment and practical cable clip allow freedom of movement during sports.

The most unusual model is the LX 70 Sport, with the headband replaced by a thin, flexible plastic tube with a metal core. This lightweight model has a single-sided cable attachment and comes complete with ear adapters, a cable clip and a case into which the flexi-headphones elegantly slide after use.

All models will be available soon - prices not yet available.

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