Yamaha launches six new audio products in the wireless headphones and wireless neckband earphones categories.
- The range starts at Rs 4,800 for the EP-E30A which gets 8.6mm drivers, SBC and AAC codec support, and 14 hours of playback
- The top-of-the-line YH-L700A comes in at Rs 43,300 and comes with 3D sound immersion with head tracking and support for Hi-Res audio via its 3.5mm headphone jack
Yamaha has introduced six new audio products in the Indian market that includes premium wireless headphones and wireless neckband earphones. While Yamaha’s presence in the Indian audio market hasn’t been significant, the company is widely known as a two-wheeler manufacturer. The audio division at Yamaha has now introduced a set of six devices, three each under premium wireless headphones and wireless neckband earphones segment. The Yamaha YH-L700A, YH-E700A, and YH-E500A over-the-ear headphones and the Yamaha EP-E70A, EP-E50A, and EP-E30A wireless neckband earphones have now entered the Indian market. The entire range starts at Rs 4,800 and goes up to Rs 43,300, so there should a product for everyone.
Yamaha EP-E70A, EP-E50A, EP-E30A wireless earphones
Pricing and availability
The Yamaha wireless earphones range kicks off with the Yamaha EP-E30A priced at Rs 4,800 followed by the Yamaha EP-E50A priced at Rs 12,400. The Yamaha EP-E70A ticks of the highest price tag at Rs 23,600. The devices will be available on Amazon, Yamaha Music stores, and Bajaao.com.
Yamaha EP-E30A specifications
The Yamaha EP-E30A starts out at a sub-Rs 5,000 price point and gets you 8.6mm dynamic drivers, support for the SBC and AAC codec, up to 10m of range, voice assistant support, and a soft neckband design. The EP-E30A packs in enough battery in its 19.5grams packaging to last you a claimed 14 hours.
Yamaha EP-E50A specifications
The Yamaha EP-E50A brings in a bigger set of 9mm drivers and also gets support for Qualcomm aptX HD Bluetooth codecs over and above the SBC and AAC codec. The EP-E50A too ranges up to 10m and also features ANC. The pair of wireless headphones that weigh in at 35 grams, last you about 9 hours of claimed playback.
Yamaha EP-E70A specifications
The Yamaha EP-E70A tops this segment out with premium goodies like advanced ANC, even larger 9.2mm dynamic drivers, and 18 hours of playback time. The EP-E70A tips the scales at 90grams.
Yamaha YH-L700A, YH-E700A, YH-E500A wireless headphones
Pricing and availability
The Yamaha YH-E500A and the Yamaha YH-E700A are priced at Rs 29,900 and Rs 14,800, respectively undercut the higher-spec Yamaha YH-L700A. The YH-L700A tops the range with its Rs 43,300 price tag. According to the company, all the devices will be available via Amazon, Yamaha Music stores, and Bajaao.com.
Yamaha YH-E500A specifications
The Yamaha YH-500A feature an on-ear design unlike its siblings and play host to 40mm drivers. The pair of headphones support SBC, AAC, Qualcomm aptX, and aptX HD Bluetooth codecs, as well as ANC. The Yamaha YH-E500A gets a 3.5mm headphone jack and up to 38 hours of battery life all packed into its 200grams form factor.
Yamaha YH-E700A specifications
The Yamaha YH-E700A upgrades to an over-the-ear design and houses 40mm drivers, ANC, and voice assistant support, all form part of the package. The pair of headphones also support SBC, AAC, and Qualcomm aptX Adaptive Bluetooth codecs, swivel folding movements, a 3.5mm headphone jack for Hi-Res Audio support, and delivers 35 hours of playback. The YH-E700A weighs in at 325grams.
Yamaha YH-L700A specifications
The Yamaha YH-L700A is the top of the line product from the brand and delivers all the bells and whistles that include – 40mm dynamic drivers as well as the novelty feature that allows 3D sound immersion with head tracking and internal microphones to measure listening conditions. The swivel folding mechanism stays so does the ANC, the 3.5mm headphone jack for Hi-Res Audio support, and voice assistant support. The YH-L700A packs in 34 hours of playback time while weighing in at 330 grams.