rapha designs sweat proof bang and olufsen headphones for cyclists

rapha designs sweat proof bang and olufsen headphones for cyclists
all images courtesy of bang and olufsen 

electronics company bang and olufsen asked british cycling brand rapha to design a pair of headphones centered on the needs of serious cyclists. the collaboration manufactured the ‘beo play H6 rapha edition‘, that includes exclusive biking traits with distinctive danish design. the ear pads are made from the same african hair sheep used in the rapha ‘gt gloves’, and the inner headband employs identical fabrics in rapha’s ‘pro team’ products, such as shorts and shirts. all the material accents can cope with extreme degrees of sweat, perfect after high intensity biking sessions. 

based on the classic ‘play H6’ headphones

the headphones also include classic bang and olufsen details like remote/microphone controls and two colors; – black leather and natural leather. the set is designed by raphia designer jakob wager, and weighs 230g (8.11oz) with a sound frequency range of 20-22.000 Hz. the headset costs €399, and can be bought at rapha or bang and olufsen boutiques worldwide. 

the ear pads are made from the same african hair sheep

the remote and microphone

the materials match the rapha ‘gt’ gloves

inner headband employs identical fabrics in rahpa’s ‘pro team’ products

headphones include rapha accents

all the materials are designed to be sweat proof