RHA Entering North American Market With Reasonably Priced Headphones, Earphones
by Brent Dirks
October 6, 2012
British audio company RHA is officially entering the North American market with an inexpensive set of earphones and on-ear headphones exclusively at Apple Stores.
The noise isolating MA450i earphones are made from aircraft-grade aluminum and feature 10mm drivers. Available in both black and white, the earphones come packaged with seven sets of dual-density rubber eartips and a fabric-braided cable with a three button in-line remote that works with iOS devices.
The MA450i is available in Apple Stores now and will be available in mid-October on Apple’s online store for a very reasonable $49.95.
The pictured SA950i will launch at Apple Stores at the end of the month. Featuring 40mm titanium-coated drivers and dynamic neodymium magnets, the on-ear headphones use contour-forming earcups attached to adjustable chrome sliders. Just like the earphones, the SA950i will come with a fabric-braided cable and an in-line remote. It will retail for $59.95.
Both of the options definitely look interesting, especially when compared to the $29 EarPods from Apple. Along with the price, RHA offers a three-year international warranty, which should give users peace of mind.
While I’m still enjoying the Logitech UE 4000 on-ear headphones I recently reviewed, RHA’s options definitely look appealing for users wanting upgraded sound for an inexpensive price.
