Nothing Headphone (a)

Nothing Headphone (a): Class-Leading Endurance & Tactile Controls

The Nothing Headphone (a) delivers over-ear wireless audio with an ultra-long battery life, tactile physical controls, and Nothing's signature semi-transparent aesthetic. Positioned as a more affordable follow-up to the Headphone (1), it packs up to 135 hours of battery life, adaptive Active Noise Cancellation (ANC), and 40mm titanium-coated dynamic drivers with Hi-Res LDAC support into a lightweight 310g frame.

Key Specifications

• Driver Unit: 40mm Titanium-Coated Dynamic Drivers

• Codec & Audio Support: Hi-Res Audio Certified, LDAC, AAC, SBC (Frequency response: 20 Hz – 40 kHz)

• Battery & Playback:

  • ANC Off: Up to 135 Hours

  • ANC On: Up to 75 Hours

  • Fast Charging: 5-minute charge delivers up to 5 hours (ANC on) / 8 hours (ANC off)

  • Battery Size: 1,060 mAh dual-battery system

• Noise Cancellation: Adaptive ANC up to 40 dB (3 intensity levels + Transparency Mode)

• Physical On-Ear Controls:

  • Roller: Smooth volume and playback adjustment

  • Paddle: Track skipping and navigation

  • Action Button: Custom short-cuts, camera shutter remote, and "Channel Hop" audio switching

• Microphones: 4-mic array with AI call noise reduction

• Durability & Materials: IP52 Dust and Water Resistance; Glass fibre reinforced sliding mechanisms & liquid-silicone headband

• Weight & Dimensions: 310g | 177 x 78 x 190.4 mm

• Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.4, Dual-Device Connection (Multipoint list swapping via app), USB-C Audio, 3.5mm Aux input

• Colors: Black, White, Pink, and Limited-Edition Yellow

• MSRP: $199 / £149 / AU$329

Product Highlights

• Unmatched 135-Hour Battery Life: Outlasts nearly all competing over-ear ANC headphones, giving up to 5 days of continuous audio playback on a single charge.

• Tactile Mechanical Controls: Swaps unreliable touch controls for a physical volume Roller, track Paddle, and a customizable Action Button that can double as a remote camera shutter.

• 40mm Titanium Drivers + Real-Time Dynamic Bass: Combined with an 8-band customizable EQ in the Nothing X app and LDAC support, it delivers deep bass and clear, expressive highs.

• Flexible Dual-Wired & Wireless Options: Supports wireless Bluetooth 5.4 listening as well as lossless wired playback via either 3.5mm analog jack or USB-C digital input.

• Comfortable & Lightweight Ergonomics: Uses memory foam ear cushions and a calibrated liquid-silicone headband designed to minimize fatigue during long wear sessions.

What's in the Box

• Nothing Headphone (a)

• USB-C to USB-C Audio & Charging Cable

• 3.5mm Analog Audio Cable

• Travel Drawstring Pouch

• Quick Start Guide & Safety Information