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Performance Designed Products Announces Afterglow’s® Next Generation of Headsets.
The leading third-party manufacturer of video game accessories launches new headsets to lead refreshed line of Afterglow® audio products.
Sherman Oaks, CA – 6/7/2014 -- PDP is happy to announce a new line of feature-packed wired and wireless gaming headsets. The Afterglow® next generation wireless headsets are optimized with the latest Avnera® wireless solution to provide rock-solid connectivity and crystal-clear gaming audio for the Xbox One® and PlayStation® 4 game systems -- as well as PC and mobile devices. The new wireless Afterglow® next generation headsets are powered by a lithium polymer rechargeable battery that provides 10 hours of worry-free gaming.
The Afterglow® next generation headsets feature a newly designed headband that relieves pressure on the apex of the head, a boom-less noise-cancelling microphone, and cutting edge wireless technology that eliminates pops, hisses, and dropped signals. In addition, the headsets feature 50mm Neodymium® speakers inside an angled acoustic cavity tuned by an award-winning Hollywood audio post-production facility. The custom designed speakers are calibrated for audio depth, sonic richness, and clarity of sound. The Afterglow next generation models contain two distinct audio settings:
- Pure Audio: Enjoy your game audio content in its original form at the highest possible quality.
- Bass Boost: If you appreciate earth-shaking explosions, Bass Boost will give low-end frequencies a boost without losing high-end clarity.
“Our audio team has been finding new ways to marry excellent acoustic quality, a one of a kind features set gamers will enjoy, and the unique “techy” appearance that Afterglow ® is synonymous with,” said Tom Roberts, Sr. EVP of Product Development at PDP. “We’re very excited to be able to introduce gamers to a high quality headset with great acoustic design, and a solid set of features that we’re sure they’ll enjoy.”
The premium wireless model (Models 51-003* for PS4, 48-003* for Xbox One) comes pre-paired with its elegant display stand, which acts as both a wireless transmitter and conductive charger for the headset. An alternative model (Models 51-014* for PS4/PS3, 48-006* for Xbox One) will also be available and will include a small USB transmitter pre-paired to the powerful, extended range headset guaranteeing ease-of-use and a constant connection throughout your entire home. The Afterglow next generation headsets for PS4 are set to release in fall of 2014, with the Xbox One premier model releasing in early 2015.
Afterglow® Wireless Gaming Headset with Charging Stand
Key Details
• Available for both PlayStation 4 (Model 51-003*) and Xbox One (Model 48-003*)
• Uninterrupted connectivity with over 100 feet of wireless range via Avnera® wireless technology.
• Provides 10 hours of battery life on a single charge with a rechargeable lithium polymer battery.
• Delivers a full range of audio with 50mm Neodymium® drivers.
• All gaming controls conveniently located on the headset’s ear cup for easy access.
• Debuts a newly designed headband that relieves pressure on the apex of the head.
• Allows users to choose between two lighting modes: Automatic and Manual – which are saved for next session.
• Includes a new voice cue interface that indicates audio mode and remaining battery life.
Afterglow with Charging Stand – MSRP of $199.95
Model 51-003* – PS4/PS3/Mobile
Model 48-003* – Xbox One/Mobile
Afterglow with USB transmitter – MSRP of $149.95
Model 51-014* – PS4/PS3/PC/Mobile
Model 48-006* – Xbox One/Mobile
Afterglow® Wireless Gaming Headset for PlayStation 4
Key Details
• Available on the PlayStation 4 (Model 51-004*)
• Uninterrupted connectivity with over 100 feet of wireless range via Avnera® wireless technology.
• Offers hassle-free set up with a miniaturized USB transmitter.
• Provides 10 hours of battery life on a single charge with a rechargeable lithium polymer battery.
• Displays bright blue LED lighting on ear cups.
• Allows for efficient communication with the retractable noise-canceling microphone boom.
• Master volume control conveniently located on the headset’s ear cup for easy access.
• Delivers a full range of audio with 50mm Neodymium® drivers.
MSRP: $99.95
Afterglow® Wired Stereo Gaming Headset Licensed by Microsoft for Xbox One
Key Details
• Includes Afterglow styled Xbox One® audio adaptor – for easy connect and play.
› Includes all gaming controls conveniently located on the audio adaptor, including game/chat balance, volume control and mute.
• Designed for the Xbox One® as well as PC and mobile devices (Model 48-004*).
• Delivers a full range of audio with 50mm Neodymium® drivers.
• Professionally tuned mechanical and acoustic design for depth, richness and clarity of sound.
• Offers a noise-canceling microphone with monitoring to help you communicate effectively.
• Introduces a newly designed headband that relieves pressure on the apex of the head.
• Comfortable, anatomically-contoured polyurethane ear pads.
MSRP: $99.95
*All Afterglow next generation headsets are pending names, which will be final before release.
For any and all press inquiries on the new Afterglow headsets, please contact pr@pdp.com.
About Performance Designed Products LLC
Performance Designed Products, a Patriarch Partners company, is an industry leader in designing and manufacturing products for all major video game platforms including the Sony PS3, Sony PS4, PS Vita and PlayStation MOVE, Wii U™, Wii™ and Nintendo DS™ systems, and Microsoft Xbox 360 , Xbox One, and Kinect. PDP also offers a full line of mobile accessories, including for Apple iOS and Android devices. PDP sells products under a number of well-known brands, and its products can be found in major retailers throughout the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Europe, Australia and New Zealand. PDP and the PDP logo are trademarks and/or registered trademarks of Performance Designed Products LLC. All Rights Reserved.
About Patriarch Partners
Patriarch Partners, LLC, is a private equity firm and holding company managing 75 companies across 14 industry sectors with revenues in excess of $8 billion. Founded by Lynn Tilton in 2000, Patriarch was built upon a proprietary patented financial model designed to manage and monetize the distressed portfolios of financial institutions. For more information, please visit www.patriarchpartners.com.
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