Denon Drops Next-Gen True Wireless Duo

Denon impressed us with its premium PerL Pro earbuds last year, but its new AH-C500W and AH-C840NCW earphones target the more cost-conscious listener on the go. However, Denon says its latest offerings still deliver "superior sound, innovative features, and exceptional comfort."

The more affordable newcomers, the AH-C500W (above), boast "high-performance sound" thanks to Bluetooth LE Audio. They feature FreeEdge 12mm drivers in an open design and so are more akin to the AirPods 3 than AirPods Pro 2, for example.

Being rated IPX4 water resistant means they'll shake off light rain and you working up a sweat. They'll also keep up with you stamina-wise thanks to a claimed 24-hour battery life when you factor in the charging case. Furthermore, a 10-minute quick charge translates to an extra hour of play time should you get caught short.

Twin microphones in each earbud promise "crystal-clear" voice calls, while Auracast audio-sharing tech allows you to connect the buds with a growing number of compatible sources and devices.

The WH-C840NCW, costing a little extra, features the same 12mm drivers and dual mic array as their non-identical twin siblings; however, the NC in the snappy name indicates the addition of noise-cancelling skills.

The AH-C840NCW's adaptive hybrid active noise cancelling features a passthrough transparency mode for greater awareness of your surroundings.

The AH-C840NCW beefs up the battery, too, with 35 hours of total listening time wrung from a single case charge. It can also go 0-60 minutes after a five-minute emergency boost.

Like the AH-C500W, the AH-C840NCW is loaded with Bluetooth LE Audio and Auracast capabilities for connecting with multiple compatible sources. They also sport IPX4-rated water resistance.

As the C840NCW are in-ear designs, they also come bundled with small, medium and large soft silicone eartips.

The Denon AH-C500W and AH-C840NCW are available in black or white finishes and are priced at £99/ €99 and £159/ €159, respectively.

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