Dyson Unveils OnTrac Wireless Noise-Cancelling Headphones with Customizable Colors

In a bid to make a splash in the competitive wireless headphone market, Dyson has launched its latest product, the OnTrac, a pair of wireless noise-cancelling headphones that boast a unique feature – customizable colors. The OnTrac is the successor to the company’s previous attempt at a wireless headphone, the Dyson Zone, which was met with skepticism due to its unusual design and high price tag.

The OnTrac, on the other hand, seems to have learned from its predecessor’s mistakes. Priced at $500, the OnTrac is significantly cheaper than the Zone, and its design is more conventional, with a sleek and minimalist aesthetic. The headphones come in three aluminum-based color themes – CNC aluminum, copper, and nickel – as well as a ceramic-based option called Ceramic Cinnabar.

But what really sets the OnTrac apart is its color customization options. Additional outer ear cap and ear cushion pairs can be ordered from Dyson in an array of matching colors, allowing users to create a unique look that suits their style. With four base colors and optional cushions and caps, Dyson claims there are over 2,000 possible combinations.

In terms of sound quality, the OnTrac uses 40mm drivers that reproduce frequencies from 6Hz to 21kHz, providing deep sub-bass and clear highs. The headphones also feature active noise cancellation (ANC), which Dyson claims is best-in-class, with a reduction of 40 decibels. The ANC is powered by 384,000 samples per second of the surrounding environment, and the headphones also come with real-time sound tracking within the MyDyson companion app, which monitors in-ear and external volume and alerts users to potentially harmful levels.

Unfortunately, the OnTrac is only compatible with SBC, AAC, and LHDC Bluetooth codecs, which may be a disappointment for fans of high-quality Bluetooth audio. However, the headphones do come with a USB-C charging port that can be used for both lossless digital audio and analog audio, so there are still ways to maximize the headphones’ sound quality if you’re willing to go wired.

The OnTrac also features a fold-flat travel case and a rechargeable battery that lasts up to 55 hours on a full charge with ANC enabled. A quick-charge of 10 minutes will buy an extra 2.5 hours of operation, and 30 minutes will give you 9.5 hours.

Overall, the Dyson OnTrac seems like a solid contender in the wireless headphone market, offering a unique blend of style, sound quality, and customization options. With a price tag of $500, it’s certainly not the cheapest option out there, but it’s a significant improvement over the company’s previous attempt.