Audiophile-Oriented Noble Audio Debuts More Affordable Osprey Earbuds

You may not have heard of UK-based Noble Audio, but it makes some excellent-sounding earbuds and headphones and has gradually been producing more affordable true-wireless models. A couple of years ago, I added its FoKus Amadeus buds ($320) to CNET's list of best-sounding wireless earbuds as my "top audiophile" pick. Now we get the Osprey, which are available for preorder on Thursday for $199 and ship in Late June.

I haven't tried the new buds yet, but like other Noble Audio earbuds, the Osprey have a faceplate with an eye-catching marbled finish and an aluminum charging case. The company's earbuds are on the larger side and feature dual-drivers -- the Osprey pairs a 10mm dynamic driver paired with a custom balanced armature driver.

Noble says, "This carefully considered design provides confident, controlled bass, a natural and expressive midrange, and clean, extended highs with excellent separation." Multiple ear tip options are...

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