TECHNOLOGY
The Focal for Bentley Radiance headphones are perfect for travelling , and for everyday use . They arrive beautifully packaged , complete with extras including a bespoke carry case , finished in the same woven material featured on the speaker grille of the Naim for Bentley Mu-so Special Edition .
Design in more detail
The products were a true collaboration between all three brands : the teams explored new methods and materials to authentically extend those Bentley styling cues to the Focal and Naim products , while ensuring a consistent , top-class musical experience .
“ The copper seen within the Naim Mu-so for Bentley Special Edition was inspired by the exterior metal brightwork of the EXP 100 GT , and represents Bentley ’ s move towards more sustainable materials for the future . This theme was mirrored through the weave of the front mesh as a highlight and can be seen in the anodised , machined veins at the back ,” says Stefan Sielaff , Director of Design at Bentley .
“ The etching on the ‘ dial plate ’ takes the form of a progressive diamond which elegantly grows out from the centre and is a nod to Bentley ’ s diamond-in-diamond interior quilting from the new Continental GT ,” he adds .
“ It ’ s been a privilege to work with Bentley on our in-car partnership for more than a decade , and an exciting journey taking their extraordinary design DNA beyond the vehicles . We have blended sustainable materials with innovative technology to develop these unique audio products you can enjoy at home or on the move ,” says Simon Matthews , Group Director of Design for Focal and Naim .
Pricing and availability
Naim Mu-so for Bentley Special Edition and Focal for Bentley Radiance will be available from October , from selected Focal , Naim and Bentley retailers , Naimaudio . com , Focal . com and shop . bentleymotors . com .
Suggested retail pricing will be £ 1799 /€ 1999 /$ 2199 for the Naim Muso for Bentley Special Edition , and £ 1199 /€ 1300 /$ 1300 for the Focal for Bentley Radiance .
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