lengcm 0 Report post Posted May 8, 2004 (edited) New headphones from Sony based on the new QUALIA concept. http://news.sel.sony.com/pressrelease/4697 Edited May 8, 2004 by lengcm Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Firefox 0 Report post Posted May 9, 2004 Hrmm... Semi-open and terminated with a Neutrik plug. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Blues 0 Report post Posted May 9, 2004 Let's see.. R10's listed price: $4000 Qualia 010 : $2600 However, "The audio listening performance of the QUALIA 010 headphones surpasses anything that Sony has created in this category," said Kenichi (Ken) Sugawara, Sony Electronics' QUALIA U.S. executive vice president If he is saying that with something like R10 in mind, then maybe the 010 'is' the replacement. However, I have a feeling he's referring to those dj-series. *shrug* Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rameish 0 Report post Posted May 9, 2004 Let's see he's a marketing VP...probably forgot about the R-10 when he said that while playing with his Aibo. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
N@Z 0 Report post Posted May 9, 2004 What is a QUALIA concept anyway? Sony's Definition: "Dedicated to the purity of artistic invention & expression, QUALIA is an indulgence on what is possible, in what could be, in what should be. QUALIA products are the ultimate in entertainment electronics. Each one an exploration of unchartered territory indesign & performance. Each one the highest expression of craftsmanship & technology. Each one creating new sensory experiences for a discerning audience." Customizable colour earpads! Whoa!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Firefox 0 Report post Posted May 9, 2004 The cans share a similar look to the Sennheiser HD1000 "Charleston" too. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Rameish 0 Report post Posted May 9, 2004 What is a QUALIA concept anyway? Sony's Definition: "Dedicated to the purity of artistic invention & expression, QUALIA is an indulgence on what is possible, in what could be, in what should be. QUALIA products are the ultimate in entertainment electronics. Each one an exploration of unchartered territory indesign & performance. Each one the highest expression of craftsmanship & technology. Each one creating new sensory experiences for a discerning audience." Customizable colour earpads! Whoa!!! What a load of bs. Sounds like a religious mantra or vey bad poetry. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
lengcm 0 Report post Posted May 9, 2004 Some Quotes form this website http://www.mobilemag.com/content/100/337/C2749/ The second product announced is the QUALIA 010 stereo headphones. These will become available on July 1st and are also handmade. The Q010-MDR1 uses the newly developed "nano-composite" oscillation board with a diameter 50mm range unit, a frequency response of 5Hz to 120kHz. This allows for playback of a wide range of sources including the SACD and DVD-Audio. On the buffle section, a porous cellulose structure that optimizes airflow is used, and it also eliminates unnecessary resonance. Also, a "6N-OFC" high-purity cord that remains 99.9999% oxygen-free is used. The cord has a 4-wick structure, which includes a wooden grounding line that separates the left and right channels from the input plug, and allows for minimalization of tone quality deterioration that occurs as a result of common impedance. Finally, oÂn the connector side of the headphones themselves, a LEMO-made plug is used, which allows for the retention of a stable touch-resistant electrical flow even when used for a long period of time. These are available in sizes small, medium and large and will have cable lengths of 5, 3.5, and 2m. The colors will be blue and black. They will also be available in the Tokyo and Osaka stores along with the MD player. I you happen to be in Tokyo or Osaka and have an extra $4100 to spare, stop in and get a new Q01-MD and Q010-MDR1. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
N@Z 0 Report post Posted May 9, 2004 Nice! I'd imagine if it was a DAP player it would sell alot better. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
