Nothing’s new flagship Headphone 1 Pro put you in the studio

Key Points:

• Nothing has released its flagship Headphone 1 Pro priced at $399, featuring active noise cancellation (ANC), multiple sound profiles, and unique elements like a triple-driver design and a Flat EQ switch that removes audio processing for studio-accurate sound.
• The Flat EQ switch, developed in partnership with Metropolis Studios, allows users to hear audio without coloration, catering to professionals who need an unaltered sound, though casual listeners may prefer the default Balanced EQ or custom parametric EQ settings.
• The headphones utilize a triple-driver setup—dynamic for bass, midrange, and xMEMS for highs—offering faster and cleaner high-frequency response compared to competitors that use single drivers.
• ANC performance is strong, effectively blocking low-end noise and street sounds, though it slightly trails top models like Sony XM6, Bose Ultra Gen 2, and Apple AirPods Max 2; battery life reaches up to 30 hours with ANC on and 68 hours off.
• The Headphone 1 Pro stands out with its distinctive design, tactile controls, LDAC support, Auracast functionality, IP52 rating, and a hard-shell case that protects the ear cups but leaves the headband exposed.