Beyerdynamic – the audio brand of choice for music lovers around the world – is finally entering the true wireless earbud category with the release of Free BYRD. The all-new TWS earbuds marry beyerdynamic’s beloved premium sound quality with a design language reminiscent of the classic guitar pick. By combining the experience of beyerdynamic’s audio specialists and world-class manufacturing, Free BYRD provides consumers with meaningful beyerdynamic sound experiences anywhere, anytime. Free BYRD stays true to beyerdynamic’s legendary audio quality, and offers smart features like easy Bluetooth® pairing, active noise cancelling (ANC) and up to 11 hours of battery life. The new beyerdynamic Free BYRD earbuds are available beginning today for € 229.00 in the beyerdynamic online store and on Amazon.
Premium Sound. No Wires or Exceptions.
Free BYRD’s release marks the first time the company has brought its genuine premium sound – designed and developed in Heilbronn, Germany – to compact true wireless earbuds. beyerdynamic’s obsessive attention to sound quality and detail is paramount in every product brought to market, and no exception was made for its first-ever true wireless earbuds.
“We are not the first company to release true wireless earbuds,” said Edgar van Velzen, CEO of beyerdynamic. “However, we are the first to release true SOUND wireless earbuds with the “MOSAYC – Attention to Detail with Mimi Sound Personalization. We’re proud to have prioritized sound quality over market pressures, and with this time taken, have successfully achieved a new level of development in sound performance, offering audio enthusiasts the perfect pair of in-ear TWS earbuds that look and feel as great as they sound.”
The unique acoustic design, powerful 10mm driver, and the latest aptX™ adaptive and AAC codecs create detailed sound with brilliant highs and powerful bass. Whether listening to music, watching the latest series, or gaming during a commute, Free BYRD’s engine is up to the task.
Onboard digital ANC with hybrid technology gives music fans a sound experience with consistent quality and no distracting ambient noise. Want to hear the world around you? Ambient noise can be easily mixed in via Transparency Mode, so you can go from an immersive soundscape to a meaningful conversation with just a tap of the earbuds.
Key to the classic beyerdynamic audio performance is a comfortable and secure fit. Consumers can choose between five different silicone earpieces designed by beyerdynamic’s acoustics specialists to ensure the best possible fit with a focus on in-ear ergonomics. Three additional memory-foam earpieces are included for use during sporting activities, while Free BYRD is splash-resistant with IPX4 certification to protect against sweat during extreme workouts or rain while on the go.
Listen Smarter. Not Harder.
Free BYRD’s speech intelligibility during phone calls or meetings remains at the highest quality, even in a noisy environment, thanks to the inclusion of Qualcomm® dual 2-mic cVc™ technology. A total of four microphones, two each on the left and right earpieces of the Free BYRD, deliver natural phone calls. With Google Fast Pair, the earbuds connect to Android devices within seconds, while Bluetooth® connection options are available on iOS, Mac OS, and PC devices. Certifications from both Amazon and Apple also add ‘Hey Alexa’ and ‘Hey Siri’ voice assistants to Free BYRD.
Gamers and series fans will love Free BYRD’s Low Latency Mode which ensures perfect synchronization between image and sound. The Light Guide System helps facilitate different user operations such as the Bluetooth® pairing mode by using different color LEDs.
Free BYRD can also be connected to beyerdynamic’s innovative and updated MIY app. The “MOSAYC – Attention to Detail with Mimi Sound Personalization” elevates the sound of the Free BYRD to the next level. After a listening test of just two minutes, the sound and settings of the headphones can be personalized within the app and completely adapted to the individual user’s hearing profile. In addition, the equalizer offers customization of audio content to one’s preference with presets. The app can also be used to keep the earbuds up to date with the latest technology via over-the-air firmware updates.
The beyerdynamic Free BYRD earbuds have an extra-long battery life of up to 11 hours after a single charge. For charging, the earbuds can be stored in the compact charging cradle/case at any time, powered via USB-C or Qi® wireless pads. If users are in a hurry, a quick 10-minute charge provides up to 70 minutes of listening pleasure.
Availability and Costs
The beyerdynamic Free BYRD true wireless earbuds come in either Black or Gray and are available starting today for € 229.00 from the beyerdynamic store or Amazon.com.
Technical specifications
| Earphone | |
| Transducer type | Dynamic |
| Operating priciple | Closed |
| Frequency response | 10 Hz- 22,000 Hz |
| Weight (per earphone) | 7 g |
| Charging case | |
| Dimensions W X H X D | 43 x 68 x 30 mm |
| Battery/Charging | |
| Battery type | Lithium-ion |
| Runtime music | typ. 11 hrs. (1:10 hrs. after charging for 10 min.) |
| Charging socket | USB-C |
| ANC/Transparency mode | |
| ANC topology | Hybrid (Feed-Back and Feed-Forward) |
| Transparency mode available | Yes |
| Micropohne | |
| Signal-to-noise ratio | 64 dB |
| Microphone type | MEMS, omnidirectional |
| Bluetooth® | |
| Bluetooth® version | 5.2 |
| Speech enhancement | Qualcomm*cVcTM (8. Gen.), 2 mics |
| Google Fast Pair® | Yes |
| Amazon® built-in | Yes |
| Firmware update possible | Yes (via App) |
| Low Latency Mode | Yes |
| Environmental conditions | |
| Degree of protection | IPX4 |
| Supplied Accessories | 5 pairs of silicone ear tips, sizes XS, S, M, L, XL 3 pairs of foam ear tips, sizes S, M, L USM cable for charging Quick start guide in nine languages and booklet |
| Recommended retail price | € 229.00 |
