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Orange Releases New ‘O' Edition MKII Active Noise-Cancelling Headphones

Orange Releases New ‘O' Edition MKII Active Noise-Cancelling Headphones

Forbes15-04-2025

The new 'O' Edition MKII noise-canceling headphones from Orange Amplification have been developed to ... More provide a fully personalized, high-fidelity audio sound.
Vintage guitar amplifier brand Orange has followed in the footsteps of Marshall by releasing a range of wireless speakers and headphones that leverage the Orange brand to appeal to music lovers looking for something a little different from mainstream audio brands.
Now Orange has announced the release of its 'O' Edition MKII noise-canceling headphones that the company has developed to provide a fully personalized, high-fidelity audio sound. This latest model has a new range of customizable features that Orange claims will put the user in complete control of their listening experience.
Engineered for precision and using large 40mm close voice-coil drivers, the new wireless headphones claim an excellent dynamic range with a 'deep and well-defined, flawless, high-quality sound.'
The new 'O' Edition MKII noise-canceling headphones are unmistakably Orange.
The new 'O' Edition MKII Headphones include Active Noise Cancellation with three presets to block out unwanted sounds. The ANC can be operated at the touch of a button or by using the Orange Amps smartphone app which offers full ANC personalization so that users can remain aware of ambient sounds such as traffic or travel announcements. The app also features a tailorable 10-band EQ for fine-tuning over a wide range of frequencies.
The right earpiece of the headphones has a touchpad control that enables the user to instantly pause, play, skip music tracks or answer a phone call. The touchpad volume control, in conjunction with the built-in mic, provides clear conversations at home or on the move.
Using Bluetooth 5.2 technology, the 'O' Edition MKII can pair quickly with their host smartphone or computer but headphones also include a 3.5mm AUX cable for connecting to analog sources of digital music players.
Wit their folding design, the new 'O' Edition MKII noise-canceling headphones easily pack away into ... More their travel case.
A full charge of the headphones' battery can provide up to 50 hours of listening time and there is also a rapid charge option that can deliver up to 7 hours of playback time from a quick 15-minute charge.
The new headphones are lightweight and have soft, rotating, cushioned ear cups with an adjustable headband for a secure fit. The design of the headphones folds easily into the supplied carrying case and come with a USB-C charging cable.
The new Orange Amplifiers 'O' Edition MKII ANC headphones are available now from retailers and orangeamps.com or orangessentials.com priced at $229 / £169.

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