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OLLO Audio introduces the R1 headphones, designed for versatile use including music listening, professional monitoring, podcasting, and streaming.
The headphones feature walnut ear cups, replaceable faux-leather ear pads, and a sturdy silicone and stainless steel headband.
Equipped with 50mm dynamic drivers with Pu+PET composite diaphragms, they deliver a U-shaped frequency response for enhanced lows and highs.
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