LEICA AND MASTER & DYNAMIC 0.95 H/PHONES

Leica Camera and Master & Dynamic have joined forces to create a range of headphones. New York-based Master & Dynamic, which manufactures speakers, headphones and audio accessories, has collaborated with famous German camera and lens manufacturer Leica to build three pairs of headphones that bear the ‘0.95’ logo.

‘ The ‘0.95’ logo is an homage to the world’s fastest aspherical lens, the Leica Noctilux-M 50 mm f/0.95 ASPH and stands for the commitment to exceeding what is technically possible,’ said Rachelle McGowan, of Leica Australia. All three 0.95 headphones are manufactured with premium materials including real cow hide and stainless steel, while many of the small design details that feature on the new headphones are borrowed from legendary Leica products, such as the knurling on the dials of the camera controls and the signature red glass dot.

The top model in the range is the MW60B-95, an over-ear wireless model that sells for $849 (RRP), uses 45mm-diameter custom neodymium drivers, has an exposed antenna to guarantee ‘best-in-class’ signal range and is powered by a rechargeable lithium ion battery with a claimed life of 16-hours. The Masters and Dynamic for 0.95 MH40 over-ear headphones also use custom-designed 45mm-diameter neodymium drivers and come standard with two cables and dual input/output ports so two people can share the same audio device or watch the same movie on a tablet whilst travelling. Retail is $599 (RRP).

The Masters & Dynamic for 0.95 ME05 in-ear ‘phones are made from solid brass that’s been coated with black chrome and sell for $299 (RRP). ‘ These earphones feature a distinctive form with ergonomic and elegant details and benefit from the acoustic properties of brass,’ said McGowan. ‘ The ME05B-95s utilise custom 8mm drivers for superb sound quality and are custom machined like all Leica products. Balanced weight distribution ensures a snug, comfortable fit.’ Also available is a headphone stand specifically designed to keep all the headphones safely stored whenever they’re not in use. The MP1000 stand sells for $89 (RRP). The ‘Master & Dynamic for 0.95’ collection is available from all Leica Stores as well as from authorised Leica dealers. For a full list of outlets, call Leica Australia on Leica Camera Australia on (03) 9248 4444 or visit https://au.leica-camera.com