Harman, the audio subsidiary of Samsung Electronics, said on the 9th it will release the open-type earphones "JBL Sense PRO" and "JBL Soundgear CLIPS." Both products apply the "open sound" technology that uses air conduction.
JBL Sense PRO comes in five colors: black, white, blue, purple and gray. The retail price is 229,000 won. JBL Soundgear CLIPS comes in black, white, blue, purple and copper. The retail price is 189,000 won.
JBL Sense PRO delivers immersive sound without blocking the ears based on open sound technology. Combined with a 16.2 mm diamond-like carbon driver and JBL open sound tuning, it provides detailed resolution and solid low-end response, the company said.
An "adaptive bass boost algorithm" also dynamically corrects bass depending on the listening environment. It also supports "Hi-Res Audio Wireless" certification (a certification label that supports transmission of high-resolution audio over a wireless connection) and LDAC (a Bluetooth-based high-quality audio codec developed by Sony). The company said, "You can enjoy 24-bit high-resolution sound," adding, "With JBL Spatial Sound, you can experience a wide and three-dimensional stereo soundstage on any device and with any content."
It is equipped with four voice microphones and voice pickup sensor technology. An artificial intelligence (AI) call algorithm filters background noise and wind noise in real time. It uses metallic accents and soft liquid silicone material. A split-hook design that distributes weight evenly is also applied.
Grace Koh, head of Harman Asia-Pacific Consumer Audio, said, "The most important feature of JBL Sense PRO is freedom," adding, "While enjoying rich bass and clear call quality, it protects audio privacy with proprietary technology and maintains all-day comfort with an ultra-light design."
JBL Soundgear CLIPS adopts the ultra-light Soundgear structure. Like JBL Sense PRO, it incorporates open sound technology and has four microphones. It features a metallic tint, a translucent finish and a clip-on design. It can be layered with earrings or paired with sunglasses. It offers up to 32 hours of battery life.
Koh said, "From vibrant translucent colors to a sleek clip-on design, we combined the latest fashion trends with JBL's signature open sound technology," adding, "It's the perfect accessory for all-day wear."