Sound and speaker systems specialist launches its first wireless headphone and headset in Europe offering rich stereo sound, dual-mic call clarity and custom fit
(Mobile World Congress 2009) — Altec Lansing, the sound
specialist and division of Plantronics, Inc., today launched its first
wearable stereo Bluetooth products, the Backbeat Series Stereo Bluetooth
headphone and headset, at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona.
Included in the series are the Backbeat 903, a truly comfortable light
and flexible wireless headset for stereo Bluetooth mobile phones that
delivers rich, full-spectrum stereo music and call clarity, and the
Backbeat 906 headphones, which comes with an additional Bluetooth
adapter to stream music from your iPod®, or other digital music player.
Combining cutting-edge audio and voice technologies from Altec Lansing
and Plantronics, the Backbeat wireless headphone and headset provide
brilliant, full-spectrum stereo sound and call support for most
music-enabled mobile phones*. Designed for the active lifestyle, whether
on the run or at the gym, both are equipped with OpenMic™, a new
technology that allows users to ‘open’ the microphone audio to their
surroundings at the touch of a button. This new feature allows the user
to instantly hear their surroundings, providing greater convenience and
safety while exercising.
“With consumers so accustomed to digital music capabilities in their
mobile phones these days, the time is perfect for Altec Lansing to
combine our legendary audio expertise with the convenience of
Bluetooth,” said Luc Ackaert, EMEA Consumer Marketing Director for Altec
Lansing. “The BackBeat 906 is brimming with smartphone-friendly extras –
it’s comfortable, simple and supports multiple voice features – and
especially shines when listening to music.”
Outstanding Audio for Music and Conversations
The BackBeat 903 headphone and 906 headset deliver an exceptionally rich
audio experience. Featuring Altec Lansing’s new BassBoost technology,
they enhance speaker output in low frequency ranges for sound with depth
and resonance.
The BackBeat 903 and 906 include Plantronics Dual-Mic AudioIQ®
technology to separate voice from noise for audio clarity during calls.
Similar to its performance in Plantronics’ award-winning lineup of
Bluetooth headsets, the inclusion of dual-microphones enables the
BackBeat to accurately isolate voice signals: one microphone captures
voice as the second microphone identifies and cancels out background
noise. AudioIQ, Plantronics’ proprietary digital signal processing
algorithm, intelligently senses the caller’s surroundings to further
improve background noise and automatically adjusts the sound for the
best possible two-way audio quality.
Flexible For Fit And Storage
Designed with a soft neckband to fold easily for quick storage in
pockets or bags, the Backbeat range are ideal for those on the move.
They also feature pivoting, telescoping earpieces for a customized,
secure fit and the comfortable in-ear design includes contoured, soft
silicone tips that rest gently within the curve of the ear. Phone and
music controls are intuitively spaced and have a tactile feel for easy
use. All materials are sweat-resistant and highly durable.
Universal Stereo Bluetooth Adaptor
The BackBeat 906 headset include a stereo 2.0 Bluetooth adaptor, which
transmits wireless stereo sound from iPhones, iPods and other MP3
devices via a 3.5mm jack.
The BackBeat 903 consists of the headphones only and is specifically
designed for use with Bluetooth enabled MP3 players and stereo Bluetooth
enabled mobile phones that do not require a separate Bluetooth adaptor.
The headphones integrate Bluetooth v2.1 with EDR and support profiles
including Hands-Free, Headset, A2DP and AVRC for wireless call and music
control capability. Talk/music playback time is rated up to 7 hours and
standby time is up to 8 days.
Pricing and Availability
Available now from electrical retailers, the BackBeat 903 retails for
£69.99/ €79.99 (inc VAT) and the BackBeat 906 for £89.99/€99.99 (inc
VAT). www.alteclansing.com.
The new BackBeat stereo Bluetooth series leads Altec Lansing’s
comprehensive new 2009 collection of headphones and headsets. For more
information about Altec Lansing’s complete BackBeat portfolio visit: http://www.alteclansing.com/winter2009/.
*Your music phone or device must have the A2DP Bluetooth profile to
stream music and the AVRCP profile to control tracks and volume.
