Five new “XX by JVC” headphones launched today, with around-ear, on-ear and DJ-style models joining the current line-up of inner-ear models in the company’s XTREME XPLOSIVES series.

The new headphones feature the series’ signature rugged styling, high gloss finish and durable construction, plus heavy-duty Neodymium driver units and Extreme Deep Bass Ports, that together have made the XX series by JVC a favorite among music fans who like their bass delivered with a punch.

New for 2013 is a one-button remote and microphone compatible with iPhone, Blackberry and Android devices…

Maxell today announced the launch of its new line of studio series headphones at the 2013 Consumer Electronics Show.

The Studio Line of headphones was created specifically with the music aficionado in mind. Offering three distinct specialty headphones, from wireless to heavy bass focused products, the Studio line provides the perfect alternative to the one size fits all approach.

“We wanted to address all of the specific needs of the listener and realized that we needed to compromise too much in one product…

NEW YORK - Music fans everywhere can now show off their own unique sense of style while listening to their favorite tunes with a new range of colorful, vibrant and fun Philips headphones. The Philips Bubbles in-ear headphones allow listeners to show their personality with the choice of three distinctive color styles (pink, green, blue) to brighten up music enjoyment and stand out from the crowd.

"Music is more than just a hobby for many people. It's an essential way of showing off individual personality and style," said Glenn McIlmail, vice president, customer marketing Peripherals and Accessories, Philips Consumer Lifestyle North America…

Harman is proud to announce new options for enjoying legendary JBL sound with wireless freedom and convenience. Dynamic sound meets wireless Bluetooth flexibility in a small, in-ear configuration with the new JBL J46BT Bluetooth in-ear headphones.

"HARMAN recognizes the benefits that Bluetooth wireless technology can bring to consumers who listen to music on the go," said Michael Mauser, president, Lifestyle Division, HARMAN. "By bringing Bluetooth to market in this small, ultra-comfortable in-ear headphone, we are offering consumers the ultimate in portability and convenience."

Today, Bose introduces three headphones that combine legendary Bose performance with a range of new style options. The FreeStyle earbuds, SoundTrue on-ear headphones and SoundTrue around-ear headphones were engineered to offer the best of all worlds: deep and clear audio, superior durability and comfort, and now — more colors and designs.

The FreeStyle earbuds and SoundTrue on-ear and around-ear headphones feature the Bose TriPort acoustic headphone structure found in their predecessors, delivering powerful low notes, clear high-frequencies, and smooth, full-range reproduction of vocals and instruments…

Harman today announced the JBL Reflect Mini BT— a lightweight sport headphone designed for ultimate comfort and stability. Bluetooth-compatible sport headphones provide wireless freedom, a lightweight feel, secure fit and premium JBL signature sound to push through any workout…

Plantronics today announced the RIG 500 PRO Series of gaming headsets, created to deliver high-fidelity audio in an ultra-lightweight design for the truly competitive gamer. RIG 500 PRO Series are the first gaming headsets to feature an exoskeleton earcup design with isolated inner acoustic chambers to reduce distortion, creating the ideal audio solution for today’s high-resolution gaming platforms.

Premium 50 mm drivers deliver wide-range frequency response while dual-material ear cushions provide the combination of noise reduction and comfort competitive gamers need for long, focused sessions…

Audio-Technica today announced the introduction of its ATH-ANC9 QuietPoint® active noise-cancelling over-ear headphones, the company’s new top-of-the-line active noise-cancelling (ANC) model. The ATH-ANC9 offers new features including exclusive Tri-Level™ Cancellation selectable noise-cancellation settings, an inline microphone and controller for answering calls and controlling music, and additional enhancements. Click here for a YouTube video about the ATH-ANC9’s features and benefits.

The ATH-ANC9 blocks up to 95% of outside noise – the highest ANC performance ever achieved by Audio-Technica QuietPoint headphones, while delivering superlative sound quality…

Sennheiser Communications introduces the stylish new EZX 60 mobile Bluetooth headset. The low-profile headset clings weightlessly to the ear—perfect for all-day wear. Its digital noise cancellation ensures every word comes through clearly, while the digital echo cancellation eliminates annoying echoes. And best of all, it’s incredibly easy to connect to any Bluetooth-enabled phone.

The fashionable EZX 60 will keep you talking all day long no matter how busy your lifestyle…

ASUS Republic of Gamers today announced Orion for Consoles, a gaming headset and audio-console package designed for today’s most popular games consoles and computers.

The latest addition to the Republic of Gamers (ROG) award-winning Orion gaming headset series, Orion for Consoles comprises a headset with 100mm cushions for whole-ear cover and comfort. Orion for Consoles also features Spitfire II, a dedicated USB-powered audio console with built-in headphone amplifier for bolder sounds and environmental-noise-cancellation (ENC) technology for clearer in-game chat…