Noble announces the launch of its FoKus Apollo ANC headphones with the world’s first dynamic + planar hybrid driver arrangement

September 3rd 2024: For over a decade, Noble has been leading the way in universal and custom in-ear monitor design and development. From their first K-10 universal IEM, to their award-winning true wireless range and prestige custom in-ear monitors – Noble only uses the finest materials, hand-crafted with passion and precision.

The FoKus Apollo is Noble’s first ever headphone model, and the world’s first headphones to use a dynamic driver and planar magnetic driver hybrid speaker arrangement. This unique blend of technologies results in audio like no other wireless headphone that has come before, utilizing the accuracy and top-end clarity of planar with the power and body achieved by dynamic drivers.

Available to buy on the 3rd September from NobleAudio.com and selected retailers worldwide for $649/£599/€699.

The FoKus Apollo is Noble’s first foray into the world of over-ear headphones. With the world's first patented 40mm dynamic driver and 14.5mm planar magnetic hybrid driver speaker arrangement, Noble has created a headphone that is completely unique in sound and design.

Planar magnetic speakers are known for their delicacy and accuracy, without the blurring effects of excessive inertia. Dynamic drivers provide excellent bass by moving significant amounts of air, however, due to their mass, dynamic drivers cannot provide the crystal clear mid and high frequencies that planar magnetic speakers are capable of.

By utilizing both a dynamic speaker and a planar magnetic speaker the Noble FoKus Apollo provides the clarity of a planar magnetic driver, while retaining the bass of a dynamic driver. Two worlds collide for a stunningly blissful audio experience like no other.

No corners have been cut with the FoKus Apollo features and accessories. The integrated ADI chip combined with 3 microphones per side provides superior hybrid ANC performance with a reduction depth of up to -35db. Support for LDAC and aptX HD codecs ensures the highest level of audio quality is delivered to the FoKus Apollo – allowing the headphones to work their magic.

With the FoKus Apollo, enjoy listening for longer with up to 80 hours of playtime – 60 hours with ANC active – for uninterrupted musical enjoyment. Features such as multipoint connection and transparency mode add to the highly intuitive user experience. All can be managed with the compatible Noble FoKus app along with personalized EQ adjustments.

Along with its high-quality built-in microphone, Noble has provided a removable boom mic with the FoKus Apollo which can turn the headphones into the ultimate communication device. A 3.5mm audio cable is also included to use the headphones in wired mode – opening up its already wide range of uses to gaming, streaming and podcasting.

Noble has used only the most premium materials when building the FoKus Apollo, with an anodized aluminum frame, Alcantara headband, and replaceable premium protein leather earpads for supreme comfort and added isolation.

The Noble FoKus Apollo ANC wireless headphones will be available on the 3rd September from NobleAudio.com and selected retailers worldwide for $649/£599/€699. For any sample enquiries or to request added information, please contact either John Creigan or Kyri Jones at Jackrabbit.

· The world's first patented 1x40mm dynamic driver + 14.5mm planar magnetic hybrid driver speaker arrangement.

· Integrated ADI chip combined with 3 microphones per side providing hybrid ANC with a reduction depth of up to -35db.

· Supported codecs include LDAC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, SBC.

· 80 hours of play time without ANC / 60 hours of play time with ANC.

· Excellent call quality with or without the supplied boom mic attached; Onboard mute switch for all microphones.

· Bluetooth 5.3; QCC3084 chip.

· Superior transparency mode; Multipoint connection.

· Compatible with Noble FoKus app

· Driver Configuration: 1 x 40mm Dynamic Driver, 1 x 14.5mm Planar Magnetic Driver

· Communication Format: Bluetooth 5.3

· Frequency Response: 10-40kHz

· Codecs Supported: LDAC, aptX, aptX HD, SBC, AAC

· Continuous Playback: ANC ON: 60 hours. ANC OFF: 80 hours

· Charging Time: <3 hours

· Battery Capacity: 1000mAh

· Accessories Included: EVA carrying case, 3.5mm auxiliary cable, USB-C cable, two prong airline adapter, 1/4" adapter, detachable boom mic

Formed by John Moulton in 2013, Noble Audio has been crafting some of the most impressive custom and universal in-ear monitors ever since. Noble’s first release was the highly acclaimed K-10 which quickly put Noble on the map as a brand to look out for in the audiophile world. With subsequent releases including the Encore, Katana and Khan – Noble has gained numerous awards including multiple Headphone of the Year titles.

Jim Moulton became 50% owner in 2018, and since then the two brothers have grown Noble well beyond its original audiophile IEM home. Releasing the true wireless Falcon Pro in 2020 and later the FoKus Pro TWS in 2021 to more high praise and awards, Noble proved that they can achieve greatness in the world of wireless audio too.

Noble continues to break boundaries in the world of audio, with models such as the Viking Ragnar and Ronin displaying the technological expertise and attention to detail sown by the team. In 2023 Noble launched their FoKus Prestige all-wood TWS – a first of its kind and widely recognized as the finest true wireless in-ear monitor. With more to come in 2024, Noble is a brand to watch out for.