Beyerdynamic Introduces $1,200 Bluetooth In-Ear Headphones

Setting the stage for its latest headphones, beyerdynamic calls the Xelento wireless headphones “an audible piece of jewelry” on its e-commerce site. The $1,199 in-ear headphones meet Hi-Res Audio specs, include aptX HD Bluetooth technology and are customizable via the company’s Make It Yours app, which uses Mosayc sound personalization by Mimi Defined: The app's short test identifies a listener’s hearing characteristics and the app then adjusts playback to fit the profile. The earphones have miniature Tesla drivers, silver-plated cables, an aluminum battery casing and engraved faceplates, it said. Xelento's detachable cable with micro-miniature coaxial connectors convert the earphones into a wired set that can be used for phone calls. The headphones come with a 3.5mm jack plug and a two-year warranty, a company spokesperson said.