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The Black Shark Fengming S1 headphones were launched in China at a price of 379 yuan (~$53 USD), targeting gamers and extended use.
Features include 40-mm drivers with dual composite TPU diaphragms and titanium coating for enhanced bass and clear high frequencies.
Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) reduces noise by up to 52 dB, supported by five microphones for improved call clarity.
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