INTRODUCTION

   In the electronics industry nothing stays still for long and so although once upon a time bluetooth enabled headsets couldn't possibly compete with wired ones (not only in terms of audio quality but also due to signal issues and last but not least battery life) today due to several technological leaps this gap has closed just enough allowing manufacturers to release really impressive wireless headsets that can indeed rival wired ones. Signal issues and battery life are still in play (alas nowhere close to let's say even just 6-7 years ago) but at least as the former goes that's something, we all expect with wireless devices regardless of type. Teufel has been steadily expanding their operations to cover the entire EU region and after testing their quite interesting CAGE 7.1 Surround Sound Headset a few months back today with us we have their top of the line REAL BLUE NC Wireless Headphones.

   Teufel is among the largest German manufacturers of audio products. The company’s product portfolio extends from hi-fi, home cinema and multimedia systems to headphones, portable Bluetooth speakers and Wi-Fi streaming systems using proprietary Raumfeld technology. The company was founded in 1980 as a dealer in loudspeaker components and has grown into Europe’s #1 direct seller of audio products. Since its founding, Teufel has stayed apace of audio trends from stereo and home cinema to portable solutions and multiroom audio. Throughout, good sound remains the company’s top priority. Countless positive user reviews as well as awards from audio and technical journals underscore Teufel’s commitment to quality. Teufel Audio products are exclusively available via direct sale.

   Teufel announced the REAL BLUE and REAL BLUE NC Wireless Headsets (over-ear) back in late 2017 and as the name clearly suggest the latter model features hybrid active Noise Cancelling (NC) technology for clear, uninterrupted audio even while in very noisy environments. The REAL BLUE NC Wireless Headphones are based on two 40mm neodymium magnet dynamic drivers (20Hz-20KHz frequency response with 16Ohm impedance, 93.5dB sensitivity and 40mW max power) and feature Bluetooth v4.0 connectivity (10 meters wireless range, up to 6 profiles/devices), smart touch controls on the exterior of the right earcup, folding earcups, voice command support (compatible with both Siri and Google Voice), in-line microphone and a lithium-ion battery pack capable of powering the device for up to 23 Hours with active noise cancellation enabled and 30 hours without (up to 60 hours wired use with active noise cancellation enabled).