JVC Kenwood has unveiled its latest innovation in wireless earbuds: the Victor Wood Master. These earbuds stand out not only for their unique use of wood but also for their self-healing paint technology, designed to keep them looking fresh by minimizing the appearance of small scratches over time.
Introducing the Victor Wood Master Earbuds
The Victor Wood Master wireless earbuds are a fresh entry into the hi-fi audio market, named for their distinctive wooden elements. Continuing the brand’s tradition of incorporating wood, these earbuds bring a new level of craftsmanship and sound quality to the table.
The Magic of Self-Healing Paint
One of the most exciting features of the Wood Master earbuds is their use of self-healing paint on the top housing. This technology, previously popular in automotive applications, allows minor scratches to become less visible over time. The paint contains a special polymer structure that reforms when exposed to heat, such as sunlight, effectively “healing” small imperfections. While the exact formulation used by JVC Kenwood isn’t specified, this innovation promises to keep your earbuds looking pristine longer.
Wood Meets Hi-Fi Sound
Beyond the self-healing paint, the Wood Master earbuds showcase a “hybrid wood driver” that combines African rosewood and wood pulp. This proprietary wood diaphragm technology aims to deliver the vocal expressiveness characteristic of JVC Kenwood’s Wood series. Equipped with 10mm drivers, these earbuds are designed to offer a rich and immersive listening experience, although firsthand impressions are yet to be widely shared.
Design and Battery Life
The earbuds come in two instrument-inspired colorways: a sunburst finish reminiscent of classic guitars and a sleek black option that mimics piano aesthetics. Both are housed in a leather-like charging case modeled after hard cases used for musical instruments, adding to the premium feel. Battery life offers about 7 hours of playback with active noise cancellation enabled and up to 14 hours with the charging case—respectable figures for high-quality wireless earbuds.
Availability and Pricing
The Victor Wood Master earbuds are set to launch in Japan later this month, priced at 41,800 yen (approximately $270). If you’re intrigued by the blend of natural materials, innovative paint technology, and hi-fi sound, these earbuds might just be worth a listen. So, would you choose wood for your next pair of wireless earbuds?