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Sony and Simon Cowell have collaborated to release the Sony X headphones (model: MDR-X10/BLK). In case you didn’t know, Simon Cowell is the producer of the X Factor. These headphones use a pair of 50mm drivers with high-energy neodymium magnets, which provide a wide dynamic frequency response (3 Hz – 29 kHz) that perfectly complements today’s popular music genres. Made for iPod, iPhone and iPad, the Sony MDR-X10/BLK headphones have the in-line remote and the built-in microphone. The Sony MDR-X10/BLK headphones are priced at $299.99. Each purchase comes equipped with an included compact carrying case. [Product Page]

At the beginning of the year, there were rumors that Dr. Dre and Monster were going to split ways. Since then, Monster announced that it would no longer be producing Beats headphones and started marketing their own branded ones.

Monster now seems to be diversifying their headphone line-up. They’ve learned how to make good headphones and now are offering quite a few different models. The new Monster DNA headphones were created in part with Viacom. The triangular shaped design sports a unique earpad and speaker housing, which is supposed to be quite comfortable, and made to reduce background noise.

They are available in black, white, cobalt blue and teal. There are a bunch of custom skins available as well, to tailor the look. The Monster DNA headphones are available right now from Monster for an introductory price of $199.95 (USD). The regular price will be $229.95.

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You’ve probably noticed that headphones are becoming a fashionable accessory once again, even when going out to bars and clubs. Thankfully these new Sennheiser headphones aren’t just for the hipsters, they have plenty of sound to satisfy your ears when you need to listen to your tunes.

The Sennheiser Momentum Headphones come with 40mm drivers, encapsulated in large, comfy ear pads made from soft leather to dampen outside sounds. The Pittards leather treatment continues on the headband, flanked by stainless steel on either side.

They also have a three-button in-line remote and mic, allowing you to control the volume and change songs without having to take out your smartphone. The Momentum headphones will sell for $350(USD) when they are released in the USA this fall.

“This is the best sounding in-ear product below $250,” SteelSeries’ Chief Marketing Officer, Kim Rom, told us between songs. “I’ll go on record saying that.” Rom was talking about the firm’s new Flux In-Ear Pro headset, and had similar words for the brand’s foldable on-ear Flux cans. The earbuds and their full sized companions are part of the company’s “freedom to play” campaign, and it has the utmost confidence in them. Rom even told us the foldable Flux headset lasted 90 minutes in the firm’s “soccer test,” a SteelSeries tradition that plays out exactly like it sounds: international football with consumer electronics. Our hands-on was decidedly less rough.

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Monster is one of the better known names when it comes to the world of audio, and their next generation audio range is led by the Monster DNA headphones, where this pair of headphones is said to help usher music listeners into a new world of sound which is “as powerful and striking as the bold design” of the headphone itself. Viacom has a say in the Monster DNA headphones as well, where the former will deliver a global platform for the Monster DNA headphones in order for folks to enjoy its diverse entertainment brands.

Jeff Lucas, Head of Sales, Music and Entertainment for Viacom, said, “Just like Viacom’s brands, Monster DNA headphones are designed to reflect the creativity and confidence of young people. Through this partnership, we’re plugging Monster into the deep connection we have with our young audiences, and giving our fans a new way to experience sound and express originality.” (more…)

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