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AKG Introduces World-Class In-Ear Headphones

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PRESS RELEASE

Features high-resolution audio and AKG sound expertise in a customisable headphone

Thursday 18 August 2016 – HARMAN International Industries, Incorporated (NYSE: HAR), the premier connected technologies company for automotive, consumer and enterprise markets, today announced its newest addition to the AKG N-SERIES family of headphones, the AKG N40. The AKG N40 delivers a superb audio experience, reproducing every detail of a music track, from crystal highs to deep bass, as musicians and engineers intended it to be. Featuring carefully selected dynamic driver and balanced armature driver, the AKG N40 is a combination of craftsmanship and sound expertise.

Certified for Hi-Res Audio® by the Japan Audio Society, the superb audio experience is greatly enhanced with the AKG patented sound filters technology. The headphones’ three sound filters enable customised sound, letting the user fine-tune their listening experience according to personal taste. Customisable options include increased bass, linear sound and boosting the song’s highs. 

The AKG N40’s sophisticated and comfort-driven in-ear design contains premium materials, including stainless steel and soft rubber ear tips. The behind-the-ear form factor guarantees maximum comfort and a world-class, accurate listening experience. 

“The AKG N40 embodies AKG’s legendary sound and refined design, while featuring patented technology to ensure a personalised listening experience,” said Michael Mauser, President, Lifestyle Audio Division at HARMAN. “We are pleased to offer consumers the same high-resolution audio that is heard in sound studios, straight from their own portable device.” 

AKG’s N-SERIES family of headphones features a range of products designed with careful attention to sophisticated material and comfort details. The headphones employ innovative technology to deliver a top-notch experience in sound and usability.

AKG N40 Features:

  • High-Resolution audio solution
  • Combination of balanced armature driver and dynamic driver – a hybrid driver solution
  • Three interchangeable sound filters
  • Premium materials, including stainless steel
  • Full set of accessories to complete the N40 package, including: two sets of detachable cables, with/without remote/mic, carrying pouch, four sets of ear tips, flight adaptor and cleaning tool

Availability:

The AKG N40 will be available for purchase online and in-store at select retailers for £349, in silver, starting end of August, 2016.

For additional information or to purchase, visit http://uk.akg.com/

About HARMAN

HARMAN (harman.com) designs and engineers connected products and solutions for automakers, consumers, and enterprises worldwide, including connected car systems, audio and visual products, enterprise automation solutions; and connected services.  With leading brands including AKG®, Harman Kardon®, Infinity®, JBL®, Lexicon®, Mark Levinson® and Revel®, HARMAN is admired by audiophiles, musicians and the entertainment venues where they perform around the world. More than 25 million automobiles on the road today are equipped with HARMAN audio and connected car systems. The Company’s software services power billions of mobile devices and systems that are connected, integrated and secure across all platforms, from work and home to car and mobile. HARMAN has a workforce of approximately 29,000 people across the Americas, Europe, and Asia and reported sales of $6.9 billion during the 12 months ended June 30, 2016. The Company’s shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol NYSE:HAR.