HARMAN, the premium audio and infotainment group announced the introduction of a range of exciting new products in India during the festive season. The brand launched over 50 new products, several of which have been designed exclusively for the Indian market.
HARMAN through its flagship brand, JBL, is looking to tap the immense potential in the wearable audio market with over half of the new launches belonging to this category. These products are available in a range of quirky designs/colors and have a high youth-appeal, something that is also captured in the energetic and peppy marketing campaign that was recently unveiled featuring brand ambassadors Arjun Kapoor and Parineeti Chopra.
‘We’ve developed a range of products keeping in mind the preferences of the Indian consumer. The products combine affordability with the superlative audio experience that JBL is renowned for the world over, in order to provide the discerning Indian consumer with the best value for their money,’ said Mr. Sharath S, Director Lifestyle business, HARMAN India.
‘Most of the JBL products that we launched this festive season are attractively priced at under INR 10k. From the award winning JBL Charge 2 to products designed for the India market like the T300A headphones and J305 BT Mobile hands free, this is clearly the most extensive launch of new products this year.’ said Sahil Sani, Director, Sahil Audio International.
Adding to the festivities, HARMAN recently announced the launch of a whole new concept in the car aftermarket audio, JBL Autostage.
JBL has a rich legacy spanning 60 years and has always been at the forefront of innovation, introducing award winning products that not just sound great, but also look fantastic. The brand has a rapidly growing retail footprint in India through exclusive JBL Studio’s and Harman Kardon Sound Lounges, in addition to a significant presence across Large Format Retail outlets across the country.
Details of some of the products that were launched are as follows:
Category – Wireless Speakers
JBL Charge 2:
The new JBL Charge 2, is a portable stereo speaker offering best-in-class sound with dual drivers and twin passive radiators that deliver deep, accurate bass so powerful that you can actually see them trembling – even as their sound hits your ears. Featuring a 6000mAh Li-ion battery that can play up to 12 hours of music, the Charge 2 is built to outlast all-night parties – as well as charge other portable devices by way of its USB port. And with its versatile Bluetooth® wireless functionality, you can carry the Charge 2 with you anywhere and still listen to music. The JBL Charge 2 also features a hands-free conference speakerphone complete with patented noise and echo cancelation technology that brings greater resonance and clarity to the sound of your calls. Finally, the Charge 2 has a Bluetooth® Social Mode that lets up to three different users take their respective turns playing their own play-lists on a single speaker. Whatever color you end up going with – black, white, red, blue, or purple – you’re going further – and louder – with Charge 2 than anything else in its class or price.
Price: Rs 11,990
Link: http://harmanaudio.in/jbl-charge-2-wireless-portable-speaker-black.html
JBL Horizon:
Meet the JBL Horizon speaker, a portable stereo speaker offering two alarms, FM radio, Bluetooth® wireless music streaming, JBL sound, ambient light and dual USB ports to charge all your devices – all in a compact design. This speaker comes with a portable charger compatible with smart phones, keeping your device fully charged, anytime, anywhere.
This “bookshelf” speaker is user-friendly with easy to use touch controls and with a long lasting battery life that can play music up to 12 hours. It even includes a built-in alarm clock with snooze activation and gives its listeners access to the FM radio.
Price: Rs. 9,990
Link: http://harmanaudio.in/jbl-horizon-wireless-portable-speaker-black.html
JBL Clip:
The JBL Clip is an ultra-light, ultra-rugged, and ultra-powerful portable speaker. This powerful little box gives you 5 hours of battery power so you can take your music with you wherever you go, plus you can plug it in easily to any portable device using its 3.5mm integrated audio cable. You can play it wirelessly too using its Bluetooth® functionality, streaming your music with no strings or cables attached or talking with your friends using its hands-free speakerphone function. But where the JBL Clip truly earns its name is its built-in carabiner, letting you hook it easily to whatever clothes you’re wearing or backpack you’re shouldering. On-the-go listeners, listen up: here’s a portable speaker that keeps pace with whatever pace you set.
Price: Rs. 3,490
Link: http://harmanaudio.in/jbl-clip-wireless-portable-speaker-black.html
Other products that fall under the JBL wireless speaker category available for this festive season include, the award-winning JBL Flip 2 in a new cricket avatar, the original unbeatable portable JBL Charge, the ultimate party speaker JBL Pulse, the JBL ONBEAT Rumble and the only wireless home audio system that incorporates a detachable wireless speaker, the JBL Voyager.
Category – Bluetooth Headphones
JBL Reflect BT:
Bluetooth®-enabled sports headphones to drive you closer to your goals. The ultimate workout partner, the JBL Reflect BT combines cutting-edge style with innovation. Providing legendary sound in a workout-ready design, it puts you well on your way to achieving your athletic goals. Designed to stay in your ears, these ergonomic, stay-put ear-tips are engineered to withstand the rigors of your most energetic workout. With 5 hours of Bluetooth®-enabled connectivity and JBL-quality sound, you can dig deep and push that much harder.
Price: Rs 5,990
Link: http://harmanaudio.in/jbl-reflect-bt-in-ear-headphones-black.html#!prettyPhoto
JBL Synchros E40BT:
Next Generation, on-ear stereo headphones featuring JBL’s legendary sound, Bluetooth® connectivity with ShareMe™ music sharing, all in a stylish, contemporary design. Bask your ears in bold JBL sound: large 40mm drivers with PureBass performance envelop your ears, delivering an expansive soundstage with clarity and precision. Bluetooth® technology allows wireless connectivity with your smart devices, with single-button access to JBL Pure Konnexx™ technology enabling a pure connection to your wireless device for clear hands free calling. Integrated Share Me™ lets you take your music social, allowing you to stream music wirelessly to another Share Me™-equipped headphone. And a built-in rechargeable lithium-ion battery keeps the sound going with 16 hours of uninterrupted play time. The ergonomic headband and 3D hinges provide for long lasting comfort. Soft, leatherette ear cups cradle your ears for all-day comfort while providing a heightened level of passive noise reduction. The E40BT’s sleek design and five unique color combinations make a visual statement that’s as striking as the sound.
Price: Rs 8,999; Link: http://harmanaudio.in/jbl-e40-bt-on-ear-headphones-blue.html
JBL J303 BT and JBL J305 BT Mobile Bluetooth Hands-free Ear-sets
The JBL J303 and the JBL J305 are the first ever mobile Bluetooth hands-free ear-sets by JBL and have been exclusively designed for the Indian market. These simple to use ear-sets employ digital signal noise reduction technology for crystal clear conversations on the go. Additionally, they come equipped with multipoint connection technology that connects two phones at the same time so as to ensure that no call is lost. The J305 comes with the added benefit of a multi-function button.
Price: JBL J303 – Rs. 2,999 and JBL J305 – Rs. 3,999
Links:
JBL J303 – http://harmanaudio.in/jbl-j303bt-mono-bluetooth-headsets-white.html
JBL J305 – http://harmanaudio.in/jbl-j305bt-mono-bluetooth-headsets-white.html
Category – Non Bluetooth Headphones
JBL SYNCHROS E10:
Step up to JBL-quality sound in an in-ear headphone with enhanced frequency response, a comfortable fit and tablet/smartphone-friendly features to keep you plugged-in and portable. JBL fully realizes the need for quality sound and the E10 combines this with an ideal fit for today’s on-the-go lifestyle. JBL Synchros E10 in-ear headphones are a tablet/smartphone friendly solution opening the door to full-spectrum, JBL-quality sound thanks to Pure Bass performance and 8mm drivers. From essential features including a secure, comfortable fit, lightweight design, advanced styling – in a variety of colors to choose from – to their handy, inline, one-button remote/mic and widened frequency range, you’ll enjoy more performance than you might ever expect. The added touch of including a lightweight carrying case, to safely transport your E10s, underlines their portability. Why deny yourself the best sound possible when there’s an affordable, in-ear headphone that speaks so highly of your good taste?
Price: Rs 2,999
Link: http://harmanaudio.in/jbl-synchros-e10-in-ear-headphones-black.html
JBL Reflect A In Ear Headphones:
Sport headphones from JBL to drive you closer to your goals. The ultimate workout partner, the Reflect combines cutting-edge style with innovative features. Providing legendary sound in a workout-ready headphones design, it puts you well on your way to achieving your athletic goals. Designed to stay secure in your ears, these ergonomic, stay-put headphones are engineered to withstand the rigors of your most energetic workout.
Price: Rs.3, 990
Link: http://harmanaudio.in/jbl-reflect-a-in-ear-headphones-black.html
Apart from the above, JBL has also launched a range of Bluetooth and non-Bluetooth earphones/headphones like the JBL T100A (Rs 999), T150A(Rs 1499), T200A(Rs 1999), T26C(Rs 1999), T250SI(Rs 2499), T300A(Rs 2999), Synchros S200A(Rs 4990), Synchros S300A (Rs 12990) and JBL mobile Bluetooth hands-free ear-sets available in black and red.
