This earphone alternative uses bone conduction to transmit sound, and it’s on sale

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These bone-conduction headphones rest around your ears.
Photo: Zulu

Famed composer Ludwig van Beethoven lost his hearing over time, but because of that, he discovered a new way to “hear” his compositions: by using bone conduction.

Beethoven would bite his conductor’s wand and press it into his piano, turning audio waves into physical vibrations he could feel. Because of his discovery, we not only have classical works of art, but we’ve paved the way for bone-conduction technology to be something all music lovers can enjoy.

Bone-conduction headphones

If you’re interested in headphones that offer an immersive audio experience while safely allowing in background sounds, Zulu Exero bone-conduction headphones are the perfect choice for outdoorsy fun set to your favorite soundtrack. Available for a limited time at just $34.99 (30% off their list price of $49, these headphones offer unique audio technology that creates a completely different listening experience. Having earned 4.1/5 stars on Amazon, they’re accountable and proven.

Bone-conduction listening is just one of many innovative approaches to wireless listening out there today. It’s great for cyclists, runners and walkers who want to enjoy music while staying aware of their surroundings.

Zulu Exero works by generating a light vibration in the headset as it rests around your ears, allowing music to pump directly in without blocking out surrounding sounds. The bone conduction comes in as sound bounces off your upper cheek bone and reflects into your ear, creating the unique sensation of out-of-ear audio that only you can hear.

Whether you’re at work, at home, in your car or on a run, you can safely enjoy immersive sound without blocking out important ones as you move throughout your day. Unlike earbuds, the Zulu Exero headphones will never fall out of your ear. They rest firmly in place as you cruise through your daily activities.

To start listening, just pair them with any Bluetooth-enabled device for wireless audio streaming. Their rechargeable lithium-ion battery offers up to six hours of continuous music streaming.

Save on Zulu Exero

It’s time to relax with your favorite tunes without missing a beat. That’s what the Zulu Exero can offer at an incredible $34.99. Grab these headphones in either black or gray and start feeling the music more than ever before.

Prices subject to change.

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