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Sony Launches WH-CH720N headphones

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 Sony India has announced the launch of WH-CH720N headphones. The over-ear WH-CH720N wireless headphones incorporate Dual Noise Sensor technology and Sony’s Integrated Processor V1 chip to provide noise cancelling. It also features Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE) to produce high-quality sound exactly as the artist intended as well as Multipoint connection for easy connectivity between devices.

The over-ear headphones are ergonomically designed to be comfortable for even longer periods and the WH-CH720N is Sony’s lightest overhead wireless headphones with noise cancelling. It comes with 50 hours of battery life with noise cancelling off and up to 35 hours with noise cancelling on.

The Integrated Processor V1 helps eliminate external sound, with a low processing delay to make the noise cancelling more effective than ever. The adjustable Ambient Sound mode and Adaptive Sound control feature tailors sound to suit the environment around you.

With tuning on the WH-CH720N Digital Sound Enhancement Engine (DSEE), it produces a high-quality sound exactly as the artist intended. The Integrated Processor V1 included within the WH-CH720N also produces an authentic listening experience by reproducing the detail in your music with minimal distortion. A newly developed Wind Noise Reduction Structure around the microphones reduces background noise for you, keeping conversations and music clear and uninterrupted. The WH-CH720N features a Multipoint connection, easy button operation, and can be controlled with your voice. A 3-minute charge would give up to 1 hour of playback.


Price and Availability 

The WH-CH720N will be available across Sony retail stores www.ShopatSC.com portal, major electronic stores, and other e-commerce websites in India from 17th March 2023 onwards.

ModelBest Buy (in Rs.)Availability Date
WH-CH720N9,990/-17th March 2023 onwards.

Sony Unleashes ILME FX30 Camera

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Sony India today announced the latest addition to the Cinema Line – the FX30 (ILME-FX30). The new FX30 is a 4K Super 35 compact cinema camera that offers many professional features of the Cinema Line, such as Dual Base ISO, Log shooting modes and user imported LUTs.  Sony has launched the camera in two variants – FX30 (Body + XLR Handle) and FX30B (Body only).

“The new FX30 is an excellent choice for anyone wishing to get into filmmaking. It has many of the professional capabilities of our high-end cameras at a price that makes it affordable to filmmakers/videographers of all levels. This camera is a wonderful entry point into our entire series of Cinema Line Cameras. With a comprehensive selection of Sony’s E-mount lenses & high-performance microphones, creators now have an extraordinarily flexible systems for a broad range of creative needs.” said Mukesh Srivastava, Head Digital Imaging Business Sony India.

The FX30 features a new back-illuminated 20.1 megapixels APS-C Exmor R CMOS sensor with a dual base ISO to deliver high sensitivity, low noise, and 14+ stops of latitude. It also features Log shooting modes by enabling Cine El, Cine El Quick, and Flexible ISO modes for recording with the S-Log3 gamma curve, which allows greater flexibility when colour grading. All three modes allow video shooting while monitoring with an appropriate LUT to preview the final image.

The FX30 can shoot 4K Super 35 (16:9) by oversampling from 6K at up to 60fps. The FX30B also features the ability to shoot in high frame rates, including 4K at 120fps and full HD at 240fps. 16:9 recording modes can shoot at 10-bit 4:2:2 while an HDMI Type-A connector can be used to output 4K, 16-bit RAW to an external recorder.

The FX30 features Sony’s fast and reliable autofocus, with settings including: Real-time Eye AF (human, animal, or bird), Real-time Tracking, Detailed AF settings, AF Assist. The camera also includes effective stabilisation for run and gun shoots using Active Mode. The FX30 includes added functionality to assist with the creative workflow, such as post-production editing using embedded LUT, and EI metadata.

The FX30 also features an XLR handle unit, which can be used to capture low-angle shots and also allows filmmakers to capture crystal clear audio through various audio inputs, including two XLR audio inputs and a 3.5 mm stereo mini jack for 4-channel recording. External microphones can be connected directly to the camera via the Multi Interface Shoe or microphone jack. The FX30 also features an internal stereo microphone for audio recording.

The FX30 and FX30B are equipped with two memory card slots that are compatible with both CFexpress Type A cards and SDXC/SDHC cards, bringing wide range of shooting experiences to creators. The FX30 is also compatible with large capacity CFexpress Type A memory cards.

Price, Availability and Launch Offer

The FX30 camera will be available across all Sony Center, Alpha Flagship stores, www.ShopatSC.com portal, major electronic stores and ecommerce websites (Amazon and Flipkart) from 15th Feb 2023 onwards. Customers will also get an extended warranty of 2+1 years* and a BC-QZ1 charger worth Rs. 6,790/- free on purchase of FX30 or FX30B camera.

ModelBest Buy (in Rs.)Availability
ILME-FX30 Camera199,990/-15th Feb 2023 onwards
ILME-FX30B Camera179,990/-15th Feb 2023 onwards

The FX30B does not include the XLR handle unit. The XLR-handle unit will be available as a stand-alone item as XLR-H1, which will be available in early 2023.

Sony India Launches NW-A306 Walkman

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Sony today announced the latest addition to the Walkman series family, NW-A306.

The new Sony Walkman NW-A306 is a stylish and compact music player, that lets consumers download and stream more of the music they love. Weighing just 199 grams, the NW-A306 series delivers exceptional music experiences right from the users’ pocket

The NW-A306 is designed for audiophiles looking for premium sound and style. With the S-Master HX digital amp technology, independently developed for Walkman is compatible with the native DSD format. It reduces distortion and noise across a wide range of frequencies, for rich and full-bodied sound, further enhanced by new high-quality sound lead free solder. It uses Edge-AI, DSEE Ultimate which upscales compressed digital music files in real time. Restoring acoustic subtleties and dynamic range provides a deep and rich listening experience.

The NW-A306 has a battery life of up to 36 hours of 44.1kHz FLAC playback, up to 32 hoursof 96kHz FLAC high resolution audio playback, or even up to 26 hours with the streaming service apps to meet the demand of consumers.

Price and Availability 

The NW-A306 Walkman will be available across all Sony Centres, major electronic stores, Headphone Zone and e-commerce portals in India from 9th February 2023 onwards.

ModelBest Buy (in INR)Availability Date
NW-A306 WalkmanRs. 25,990/-09th February, 2023

Sony India Introduce NW-ZX707 Walkman

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 Sony India today announced a new player NW-ZX707 Walkman, that has been engineered with the most eclectic audiophiles and hi-fi enthusiasts.

  • High-end components for extraordinary sound

The NW-ZX707, player is designed for listeners to enjoy music the way the artist intended. The high-end components are meant for extraordinary sound.

  • NW-ZX707 integrates a DSD Remastering Engine to resample into an 11.2 MHz DSD

NW-ZX707 integrates a DSD Remastering Engine where PCM audio is resampled into an 11.2 MHz DSD,   offering even more ways to enjoy music.

  • Faithful sound reproduction

S-Master HX digital amp technology, independently developed for Walkman is compatible with the native DSD format. It reduces distortion and noise across a wide range of frequencies, and also enhanced by new high-quality sound lead free solder.

  • Sound processing with Hi-Res Audio Wireless

The NW-ZX707 has upgraded fine-tuned capacitors and a FTCAP3 and a large solid high polymer capacitor which offers large capacitance and low resistance. While an OFC milled block covering the digital block, allows the NW-ZX707 to bring listeners sound that appears to rise-up from silence. Additionally, a large 8mm coil for balanced output creates an improved sound resolution across all frequencies.

  • Updated DSEE Ultimate for Enhancing Streaming Music Quality

The NW-ZX707 use Edge-AI, DSEE Ultimate which upscales compressed digital music files in real time. The evolving algorithm now delivers even greater benefits for CD-quality (16 bit 44.1/48kHz) lossless codec audio. Restoring acoustic subtleties and dynamic range provides a richer, more complete listening experience.

  • Longer battery life of up to 25 hours with 44.1Khz FLAC playback

The NW-ZX707 has a battery life of up to 25 hoursof 44.1kHz FLAC playback, up to 23 hours of 96 kHz FLAC High-Resolution Audio playback, or up to 22 hours even when streaming.

  • Premium Design with a milled aluminum frame of a 5.0” screen

 The NW-ZX707 offers good sound quality. With enhanced battery life, balanced connection, a larger 5 display, Wi-Fi compatibility for easy downloading and streaming functions.

Price and Availability

The NW-ZX707 will be available exclusively on Headphone Zone across India from 30th Jan 2023 onwards.

ModelBest Buy (in Rs.)Availability
 NW-ZX707Rs 69,990/-30th Jan 2023 onwards.

 Sony Launches HT-A5000 and HT-A3000 soundbars

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 Sony India announced its latest range of A Series Home Theatre Systems with HT-A5000 and HT-A3000 soundbars which offers multi- dimensional sound experience with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X. The soundbar works well with Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa enabled devices.

HT-A3000
    HT-A5000                                                                                                                                                                   

The HT-A5000 has a premium minimalist Omnidirectional Block design with sophisticated rounded edges. The HT-A3000 and optional speakers are also designed in an Omnidirectional Block concept.

The HT-A5000 also features S-Force PRO Front Surround to make an even wider horizontal sound field.The HT-A5000 and HT-A3000 gives you access to Sony’s revolutionary 360 Spatial Sound Mapping technology when connected to Sony’s wireless rear speakers SA-RS5 and SA-RS3S

HT-A3000 Soundbar with SA-RS5 and SA-SW3

The HT-A5000 5.1.2 channel soundbar comes with a built-in dual subwoofer for deep bass and two up-firing speakers. The HT-A3000 features 3.1 channels, three front speakers including a dedicated centre speaker for clear dialogue and a built-in dual subwoofer for deep bass. It also features two side beam tweeters. The front speakers and up-firing speakers reproduce “vertical” audio, meaning the soundbar can position sound in a vertical space. Listen 360 Reality Audio on Amazon Music HD, Deezer, nugs.net and TIDAL. Paired with compatible BRAVIA TVs, it enhances the audio-visual experience with Sony’s picture and sound quality.

The HT-A5000 and HT-A3000 both come with an option to choose the type of wireless subwoofer you would want to pair it with. For richer bass, add the SA-SW5 wireless subwoofer with 300W of deep bass from a 180mm driver with passive radiator. Or opt for the SA-SW3 wireless subwoofer with 200W of sound from a compact bass reflex subwoofer with a 160mm driver. For even more cinematic thrills, add the SA-RS3S wireless rear speakers with 100W of wider surround sound and wall mount capability and SA-RS5 wireless rear speaker with Built in battery and 180W power output. 

Price and Availability

The new HT-A5000 and HT-A3000 home theatre systems will be available on Amazon.in from 12th December 2022 onwards and all Sony Center, www.shopatsc.com and major electronics stores across India from 14th December 2022 onwards.

ModelBest Buy (in Rs.)Availability
HT-A5000 & SW51,38,980/-12th December 2022 onwards
HT-A5000 & SW31,11,980/-12th December 2022 onwards
HT-A3000 & SW51,10,980/-12th December 2022 onwards
HT-A3000 & SW383,980/-12th December 2022 onwards
SA-RS3S30,990/-Already Available
SA-RS547,990/-Already Available