by From the anime “Black Butler – Boarding School Arc -,” the wireless earphones “ANIMA AOW01” modeled after Sebastian and Ciel have been released. Various goods using newly drawn illustrations from the collaboration will also be released simultaneously. They will be on sale at the Onkyo online store and the Onkyo Akihabara store as collaboration items with Onkyo.
“Black Butler” is a dark fantasy based on the manga by Yana Toboso that has been serialized in the monthly “G Fantasy” since the October 2006 issue. It depicts the secret activities of Sebastian Michaelis, a butler of the prestigious aristocratic Phantomhive family who undertakes dirty work in the underworld as the “Queen’s watchdog” in 19th-century England, and his master, the boy Ciel Phantomhive. The beautifully and intricately drawn worldview and diverse characters continue to fascinate fans worldwide.
The sixth anime adaptation, “Black Butler: Boarding School Arc,” began airing in April 2024. One day, Ciel receives a letter from the Queen informing him that his relative Derrick and several other students attending Weston School, one of the most prestigious boarding schools in the UK, have lost contact, and the story follows Sebastian and Ciel as they infiltrate Weston School to investigate the incident. It has also been announced that the sequel, “Black Butler: The Green Witch Arc”, will air in 2025.
The new wireless earphones, “ANIMA AOW01,” are collaboration models that feature 12 words of newly recorded voices from Sebastian Michaelis and Ciel Phantomhive. The Sebastian model includes lines such as “Oh my, is it over already?” when the power is turned off and “Oh dear,” as well as lines such as “Hmm… what are your plans for today?” when the power is turned on and “That’s an order, disconnect!” when disconnecting.
The work’s title is printed on the top of the charging case, and the left and right housings are decorated with the respective motifs. The specifications are Bluetooth Version 5.1, with a continuous playback time of about 6 hours. The continuous standby time is about 75 hours. The charging time for the central unit is about 1 hour and 30 minutes, and the charging case is about 3 hours. At the same time, goods using the original illustrations used on the packaging will also be released.
The lineup includes “A4 clear files,” “acrylic stands,” and “tin badges.” In addition, a “wireless charger” that can be used with the collaboration earphones is also available, so don’t miss it. The “ANIMA AOW01” wireless earphones, a collaboration model between the anime “Black Butler -Boarding School Arc-” and Onkyo, as well as merchandise featuring original illustrations, are on sale at the Onkyo online store “ONKYO DIRECT” and the Onkyo Akihabara store “ONKYO DIRECT ANIME STORE.” Reservations for the earphones are being accepted until 3:00 p.m. on February 14, 2025, and shipments will be made from late April to early May.
[Wireless Earphones Order Sales Details] Online store “ONKYO DIRECT” Akihabara store “ONKYO DIRECT ANIME STORE -Lifestyle- (Otoani 2nd store)” *Orders will be accepted via the QR code installed in the store Order period: Friday, December 20, 2024, 15:00 to Friday, February 14, 2025, 15:00 Product shipping: Scheduled to be shipped sequentially from late April to early May 2025 Sales price: 20,000 yen (tax and shipping included) Distributor: Onkyo Corporation *Please note that the sales period may change without notice depending on the situation. *Orders will end once the planned number of units is reached.
[Product details] A4 clear file sales price: 500 yen (tax included) *Separate shipping charges will be incurred on the online store “ONKYO DIRECT.” Sales (1): Online shopping site “ONKYO DIRECT” Sales (2): Akihabara store “ONKYO DIRECT ANIME STORE -Lifestyle- (OtoAni 2nd store)” Sales start: Friday, December 20, 2024, 15:00 ~ Acrylic stand sales price: 1,200 yen (tax included) *Separate shipping charges will be incurred on the online shopping site “ONKYO DIRECT”. Sales (1): Online shopping site “ONKYO DIRECT” Sales (2): Akihabara store “ONKYO DIRECT ANIME STORE -Lifestyle- (OtoAni 2nd store)” Sales start: Friday, December 20, 2024, 15:00 ~ Can badge sales price: 500 yen (tax included) *Separate shipping charges will be incurred on the online shopping site “ONKYO DIRECT”. Sales (1): Online shopping site “ONKYO DIRECT” Sales (2): Akihabara store “ONKYO DIRECT ANIME STORE -Lifestyle- (Otoani 2nd store)” Sales start: Friday, December 20, 2024, 15:00 ~ Wireless charger sales price: 4,400 yen (tax and shipping included) Sales (1): Online shopping site “ONKYO DIRECT” Sales (2): Akihabara store “ONKYO DIRECT ANIME STORE -Lifestyle- (Otoani 2nd store)” Sales start: Friday, December 20, 2024, 15:00 ~ Main specifications of ANIMA AOW01 (wireless earphones) Product model number ANIMA AOW01 Driver configuration 6mm diameter dynamic driver (CoClear vibration plate) Playback frequency band / impedance 20Hz ~ 20KHz / 16Ω Bluetooth specification Version 5.1 Compatible profiles A2DP / AVRCP / HSP / HFP / SPP Supported codecs AAC, SBC, aptXTM Microphone format: MEMS type, directional characteristics: omnidirectional, sensitivity: -42dB Waterproof standard IPX7 (earphones only) Continuous playback time Approximately 6 hours (main unit only) Approximately 15 hours when connected to apt-X (including charging case) Charging time Main unit: Approximately 1 hour 30 minutes / Charging case: Approximately 3 hours Auto pairing / External sound capture Supported power source Battery: Built-in lithium polymer battery Power capacity: Earphones (one side) 55mAh, charging case 300mAh Rated input: DC 5V / 300mAh Continuous talk time: Approximately 6 hours Continuous standby time: Approximately 75 hours Number of full charges: 1.5 times (※ When the charging case is fully charged) USB shape / charging method USB Type C (charging only) / Wireless (wireless) charging Earphone weight One side of earphone: Approximately 4g, charging case: Approximately 24g, including charging case: Approximately 32g Size (W x H x D) Earphones (one side): W16 x H20 x D21 (mm) Charging case: W55 x H33 x D25 (mm) Accessories Charging case, USB Type-C cable (for charging only), earpieces (S/M/L), rubber support (S/M/L), quick guide, warranty card Dedicated app ANIMA Studio: iOS 14.1 / Android 9.0 or higher The Bluetooth (R) word mark and logo are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. All other product names, technology names, and company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
Main specifications of CP-EP01A (wireless charger) Compatible models iPhones, Android smartphones, and wireless earphones that support wireless charging Input DC 5V=2A, 9V=2A, 12V=2A Output 15W (Max) Android 15W, iPhone 7.5W Input terminal USB Type-C External dimensions of central unit Approx. 1021027.2mm Weight of main unit Approx. 58g Operating temperature range 0 degrees to 45 degrees Operating humidity range 10% to 80% LED color ● Power on: Blue lights up for 3 seconds ● Standby: Off ● Charging and charging complete: Flashing ● Error: Blue flashing quickly *Depending on the model, the LED color may not change when charging is complete. Cable specifications USB A to Type-C cable Cable length Approx. 100cm Accessories Cable Instruction manual Other This product does not have a USB output adapter (AC charger, etc.).
