London consumer technology company Nothing officially unveiled its premium over-ear Headphone 1 Pro on September 29, 2026, aiming directly at audio creators and serious listeners. The new pair features hardware acoustic tuning created in partnership with London-based Metropolis Studios, bringing a physical Flat EQ Switch for uncolored music playback alongside a Studio B spatial sound mode. Available in Black and White finishes, the Headphone 1 Pro costs 399 US dollars (approximately 38,400 rupees), marking a 100-dollar price jump over its predecessor. While the model is already listed on Nothing’s official India portal, the company has not yet shared local pricing or delivery timelines. Alongside the release, Nothing revealed V from pop group BTS as its global brand ambassador.
Key Takeaways
- Hardware Flat EQ switch cuts artificial acoustic boost for uncolored studio monitoring.
- Triple-driver system uses a ceramic-coated PET bass driver, a PEN vocal diaphragm, and a silicon xMEMS driver for highs.
- Ten-microphone array delivers up to 46dB adaptive active noise cancellation.
- Battery backup reaches up to 68 hours with ANC turned off and up to 30 hours with ANC turned on.
- Connectivity package includes Bluetooth 6.1, LDAC, Auracast, and 24-bit lossless playback via USB-C.
Studio Acoustic Hardware and Build
Nothing built the Headphone 1 Pro around three separate drivers per ear cup. A dual-magnetic dynamic driver handles low frequencies, a dedicated PEN diaphragm handles mids and vocals, and a silicon-based xMEMS driver produces high frequencies. Listeners can flip the dedicated mechanical Flat EQ toggle switch on the ear cup to bypass post-processing filters, giving a neutral profile suitable for sound editing.
The frame combines lightweight titanium and machined aluminum with 9H Panda glass covers, bringing the total weight to 327 grams. For long listening sessions, Nothing made the ear cushions 50 percent softer than those on the previous model and widened the headband by 10 percent. An IP52 dust and splash resistance rating protects the internals from sweat and light moisture.
Noise Cancellation and Battery Endurance
Ambient noise isolation relies on a 10-microphone setup with three feed-forward and two feedback units on each cup. An 8mm silicone baffle wall and dual-layer ear cushions work together to create an acoustic barrier, cutting outside sound by up to 46dB.
Battery performance tops out at 68 hours on standard playback, dropping to 30 hours with active noise cancellation switched on. Connecting via USB-C lets users stream 24-bit, 192kHz lossless audio directly from computers or smartphones while charging the internal cell.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. What is the price of the Nothing Headphone 1 Pro?
A1. The Headphone 1 Pro costs 399 US dollars in global markets, which converts to roughly 38,400 Indian rupees. Nothing has not yet announced final India pricing.
Q2. What does the Flat EQ switch do on the Headphone 1 Pro?
A2. The Flat EQ switch activates a neutral sound profile calibrated by sound engineers at Metropolis Studios, removing frequency boosts so users can hear raw recordings accurately.
Q3. How long does the battery last on the Nothing Headphone 1 Pro?
A3. The battery delivers up to 68 hours of playtime with active noise cancellation off, and up to 30 hours with noise cancellation enabled.
Q4. Which audio codecs do the Nothing Headphone 1 Pro support?
A4. The headphones support standard SBC and AAC codecs, alongside the high-resolution LDAC codec and LC3 through Bluetooth 6.1. They also support wired lossless listening over USB-C.
