Dyson OnTrac Headphones Ditch the Mask for a More Customizable Design
Dyson has unveiled its latest headphones, the OnTrac, which focus on customization and high-end features. These new headphones mark a significant departure from Dyson's previous model, the Dyson Zone, which combined noise-canceling headphones with an air-purifying mask. Priced at $499.99, the OnTrac headphones feature a modular design, allowing users to replace ear cushions and outer caps, offering over 2,000 possible color combinations.
A key feature of the OnTrac is its active noise cancellation (ANC). Dyson employs an eight-microphone system that samples external noise 384,000 times per second. This system is designed to block up to 40 decibels of noise. The battery life of the OnTrac headphones offers up to 55 hours of continuous listening on a single charge with ANC enabled. This is achieved through the use of two high-capacity lithium-ion cells in the headband, which also help distribute weight evenly for comfort. The headphones charge via a USB-C port, with a 10-minute quick charge providing up to 2.5 hours of playback.
The OnTrac headphones are equipped with 40mm drivers that cover a wide frequency range from 6Hz to 21kHz. The headphones feature a joystick for playback control and touch-sensitive ear cups for toggling ANC. Users can also customize their listening experience through the MyDyson app, which allows them to monitor noise exposure and adjust EQ settings with presets like Bass Boost, Enhanced, and Natural.
Customization is a major focus of the OnTrac headphones. They come with replaceable ear cushions and outer caps, available in various colors and finishes. At launch, the headphones are available in four main colors: Aluminum with bright yellow ear cushions, Copper with a purple headband and copper ear cups, Ceramic Cinnabar with a light red headband and matte ear cups, and Black Nickel with an all-black design.
The OnTrac headphones will be available on Dyson's website starting August 1, with additional customization options sold separately.
