Sennheiser introduces new TV headphones bundle with Auracast

Sennheiser has unveiled its RS 275 TV Headphones, that are bundled with a BTA1 digital receiver. These headphones use Auracast know-how to offer low-latency audio at a spread of as much as 50 meters, and might hook up with different units enabled with Auracast or Bluetooth Traditional. For these unfamiliar, Auracast is broadcast Bluetooth audio; we’ve an explainer about it after CES 2024 put this audio tech onto the large stage. The digital receiver introduces an Auracast sign in a bodily area for every other appropriate units, which could embody listening to aids or loudspeakers in addition to different headphone units.

The corporate guarantees 50 hours of listening with the RS 275 TV Headphones on a single cost, and the set might be powered up from the receiver’s USB-C port. Sennheiser designed the headset for long-term consolation; the ear cushions and battery might be changed by the machine’s proprietor. The headphones might be additional customized with the Sennheiser Sensible Management Plus App. Along with discovering misplaced headphones, the app offers controls reminiscent of transparency mode, left-right stability, listening to profiles and device-type audio modes.

The RS 275 TV Headphone bundle will retail for $300, whereas a standalone BTA1 receiver will value $130. Pre-orders will open on February 3 and the audio gear is anticipated to start out transport on February 17.