NEWARK, N.J., Sept. 12, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Panasonic
Consumer Electronics Company today announced the introduction of
six new headphone models for fall 2013. The new
headphones offer users unique designs, ultimate comfort and
superior audio quality. The new additions to Panasonic's
extensive lineup of existing headphones include the RP-HT480C,
RP-HT470C, RP-HX450C, RP-HX250M, which are monitor-style
headphones, and the RP-TCM190 and RP-TCM125 earbud style
models.
"At Panasonic, we are constantly innovating our headphone
technology and designs to provide consumers with stylish new models
that fit with their lifestyle and still produce excellent sound,"
said Tom Hantson, Product Manager,
Headphones, Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company. "This
year, we have taken the functionality of our headphones a step
further, equipping all of our fall 2013 headphone models with
microphones and remotes, so users can use them as an extension to
their smartphone device."
The Panasonic RP-HT480C Headphones are monitor-style headphones
that feature a rounded-rectangular ear-cup. Soft padding on
the ear-cup and throughout the entire wide headband ensures the
ultimate comfort during wear, even in the longest music listening
sessions. Crafted to provide excellent audio quality, the
Panasonic RP-HT480C Headphones offer users a crisp, clear listening
experience coupled with strong bass that is reproduced with large,
50mm driver units. A remote and mic made for iPhone, iPad and
iPod offers users flexibility when switching to an incoming phone
call. For easy portability, the RP-HT480C headphones have a
fold flat design and come with a carrying pouch. The
Panasonic RP-HT480C Headphones are available in three color options
for an SRP of $149.99: Glossy Black,
Glossy White and Matte Dark Silver with Brown Headband.
Like the Panasonic RP-HT480C Headphones, the RP-HT470C
Headphones offer the same rounded-rectangular ear-cup design and
soft padding on the ear-cup and the headpad for enhanced comfort.
Excellent sound quality with tuned bass is reproduced with large
diameter 40mm driver units. A remote and mic made for iPhone,
iPad and iPod offers users flexibility when switching to an
incoming phone call. The RP-HT470C Headphones are available
in matte finished violet, blue and dark silver for an SRP of
$99.99.
The new Panasonic RP-HX450C Headphones have an elongated round
ear-cup style that is enhanced, for a stylish appeal, with a
translucent finish. Powerful bass reproduction is created
using 36mm driver units and neodymium magnets. The ear-cups'
soft cushioning help create noise isolation and a comfortable
headpad ensures hours of comfort. A flat-fold design allows
for easy carrying. A remote and mic made for iPhone, iPad and
iPod offers users flexibility when switching to an incoming phone
call. The Panasonic RP-HX450C headphones are available in
blue, black, white and purple for an SRP of $69.99.
The Panasonic RP-HX250M headphones offer a similar design scheme
as the RP-HX450C, with round ear-cups, wide headpad and soft
padding on the ear-cups, which help provide noise isolation.
The RP-HX250M headphones feature a microphone and single button
remote compatible with iPhone, Blackberry and Android so a user can
answer and end calls quickly and easily. The Panasonic
RP-HX250M will have an SRP of $39.99. Color options include black and
white and purple and blue, which are included as a transparent ring
on the ear-cups of the black base unit.
Panasonic is also offering two new earbud models for fall 2013,
which build off previous popular models and add upgraded audio and
communication functionalities. The Panasonic RP-TCM190
headphones in-ear headphones produce deep bass sound quality due to
Neodymium magnet and an extended long sound support port. An
ErgoFit design provides ultimate comfort and fit for hours of
wear. The Panasonic RP-TCM190 headphones will be available in
a metallic finish in purple, blue, black and silver for an SRP of
$34.99. The RP-TCM125
Headphones feature an ErgoFit design for ultimate comfort and fit
and are available in black, white, red, purple and blue for an SRP
of $19.99. Both the RP-TCM190
and RP-TCM125 Headphones are equipped with a microphone and a
single button remote that is compatible with iPhone, Palm and
Blackberry.
Panasonic's RP-HT480C, RP-HT470C, RP-TCM190 and RP-TCM125
Headphones are available now at www.Panasonic.com. The
Panasonic RP-HX450C and RP-HX250M will be available online in
October.
About Panasonic Consumer Electronics Company
Based in
Newark, NJ, Panasonic Consumer
Electronics Company is a division of Panasonic Corporation of
North America, the principal North
American subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation. The company offers a
wide-range of consumer solutions in the U.S. and Canada including products from VIERA Smart
TVs, Blu-ray players, LUMIX Digital Cameras, Camcorders, Home
Audio, Cordless Phones, Home Appliances, Wellness and Personal Care
products and more. In Interbrand's 2013 Annual "Best Global Green
Brands" report, the Panasonic brand ranked number four, the highest
ranked electronics brand in the report.
(http://www.interbrand.com/en/best-global-brands/Best-Global-Green-Brands/2013/Best-Global-Green-Brands-2013.aspx)
To learn more about the company and its products, visit
www.panasonic.com. Follow Panasonic on Twitter @panasonicUSA;
additional company information for journalists is also available at
www.panasonic.com/pressroom.
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