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Monday, September 16, 2013


Sony has introduced a range of high-resolution audio products targeted at both the casual consumer and the audiophile alike. The eight products include two hi-res music players, a DAC for PC audio, two speakers and three headphones.


The eight new products that Sony has launched are:

Sony HAP-Z1ES 1TB High Res Music Player

Sony HAP-Z1ES 1TB Hi-Res HDD Music Player
  • Stores, plays back and decodes virtually all Hi-Res audio formats 
  • Built-in 1TB hard drive with expandable storage 
  • Front panel LCD and HDD Audio Remote mobile app (Android and iOS) for browsing and playback 
  • Supports virtually all Hi-Res formats including: PCM (44.1kHz/ 48kHz/ 88.2kHz/ 96kHz/ 176.4kHz /192kHz in 24 bit depth); DSD (DSF, DSDIFF); MP3, WAV, WMA, AAC, FLAC, ALAC, ATRAC, ATRAC ADVANCED LOSSLESS, AIFF 
  • DSD Re-mastering Engine upscale music files to DSD(5.6) quality 
  • DSEE restores missing data from compressed files 
  • HAP Music Transfer software compatible with both Windows and Mac computers for automatic copy of music files to HDD when new files are added on computer 
  • Available Fall 2013 for $1,999 in silver


Sony HAP-S1 Hi-Res Music Player System
  • Stores, plays back and decodes virtually all Hi-Res audio formats 
  • Built-in 500GB hard drive with expandable storage 
  • Front panel LCD and Mobile apps (Android and iOS) for browsing and playback 
  • 2-channel Class AB amplifier (40 Watts x 2) 
  • Supports virtually all Hi-Res formats including: PCM (44.1kHz/ 48kHz/ 88.2kHz/ 96kHz/ 176.4kHz /192kHz in 24 bit depth); DSD (DSF, DSDIFF); MP3, WAV, WMA, AAC, FLAC, ALAC, ATRAC, ATRAC ADVANCED LOSSLESS, AIFF 
  • DSD Re-mastering Engine upscale music files to DSD(5.6) quality 
  • DSEE restores missing data from compressed files 
  • HAP Music Transfer software compatible with both Windows and Mac computers for automatic copy of music files to HDD when new files are added on computer 
  • Available Fall 2013 for $999 in black or silver

Sony UDA-1 USB Hi-Res DAC System for PC Audio

  • Allows enjoyment of Hi-Res music as well as conventional compressed music restored by DSEE technology 
  • 2-channel 20 amplifier (20 Watts x 2) 
  • Supports virtually all Hi-Res formats including PCM (44.1kHz/ 48kHz/ 88.2kHz/ 96kHz/ 176.4kHz /192kHz in 24 bit depth); DSD (DSF, DSDIFF); MP3, WAV, WMA, AAC, FLAC, ALAC, ATRAC, ATRAC ADVANCED LOSSLESS, AIFF  Compatible with virtually every PC music player application, including iTunes, Windows Media Player, KORG Audio Gate, and Media Go 
  • USB connectivity to PC (USB-A x 1 and USB-B x 1) 
  • Multiple connection terminals include Optical in, Coax in, and Analog RCA in, with RCA analog out and Headphone out 
  • Available Fall 2013 for $799 in black or silver


Sony SS-HA1 Hi-Res Speaker
  • Wide Dispersion (WD) W-Super Tweeter complements high band energy for high resolution music sources 
  • Mica Reinforced Cellular (MRC) fiber for supremely light and extraordinarily rigid woofer cones, producing exception musical transients that are clear and with minimal distortion  Baffle shape for diffraction effect reduction 
  • Rigid aluminum body for optimized sound 
  •  Available Fall 2013 for $599 / pair in black

Sony SS-HA3 Hi-Res Speaker

Sony SS-HA3 Hi-Res Speaker
  • Wide Dispersion (WD) W-Super Tweeter complements high band energy for high resolution music sources 
  • Baffle shape for diffraction effect reduction 
  • Rigid aluminum body for optimized sound 
  • Available Fall 2013 for $349 / pair in black


Sony MDR-10R Headphones 
  • High resolution capable, featuring 40mm driver units that deliver a balanced, highly accurate reproduction of today’s up-front vocals, mid-range details, as well as rich, powerful lows and extended highs 
  • High-definition HD driver assures ultra-wideband audio performance extending from 5Hz to 40kHz matching today’s high resolution music sources 
  • Designed for hours of comfortable listening, with pressure-relieving ear cushions that provide a supportive, wrap-around feel, as well as a highly effective acoustic seal, further reinforcing the headphones’ powerful sub-bass reproduction 
  • Detachable cable provides an innovative design that eliminates friction between cable surfaces and reduces the source of frustrating tangles. A smartphone cable with microphone and remote is also included, to easily switch from music to calls. 
  • Available in October for $199.99 in black and white


Sony MDR-10RBT Headphones
  • High resolution capable (with wired connection), this Bluetooth® headset brings the same innovative sound processing technologies to music lovers who demand the ultimate in sound quality without wires 
  • Incorporating Near Field Communication (NFC) technology, the new MDR-10RBT eliminates the cumbersome process of pairing and connecting. Users can simply tap an NFC-enabled smartphone or tablet to the MDR-10RBT Bluetooth® headset to instantly stream high-quality music or crystal-clear phone calls via Bluetooth 
  • Stream music wirelessly from iPhones® and iPads® as well as Android™ smartphones and tablets that are not NFC equipped 
  • Support AptX and AAC codecs to ensure higher quality sound while streaming wirelessly 
  • Up to 18 hours of battery life between charges, though can also be used as standard headphones without the battery 
  • Available in November for $249.99 in black


Sony XBA-H3 Ear Bud Headphones
  • High resolution capable, featuring dedicated high-definition hybrid three-way driver unit (16mm dynamic driver unit and two Balanced Armature driver units) for music enjoyment throughout all frequencies 
  • Driver unit delivers radiant highs and deep, bellowing bass, including even the most subtle musical nuances 
  • Rigid, yet responsive Liquid Crystal Polymer Film diaphragm provides the needed rigidity and internal loss for balanced and highly accurate sound reproduction 
  • Smartphone cable with microphone and remote is also included, to easily switch from music to calls 
  • Available in December for $349.99

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