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Klipsch has introduced four headphones, including two wireless models, at prices ranging from $199 to $299.

The On-Ear Bluetooth ($249) and Over-Ear Bluetooth ($299) models use aptX and AAC wireless technologies and are rated for up to 20 hours of streaming.

“Klipsch worked tirelessly to deliver high performance without the wires which required the use of aptX and AAC technology,” said Vlad Grodzinskiy, senior manager of headphone product development for Klipsch. “With the shift to wireless and the increase of streaming music subscribers, AAC technology delivers the highest quality sound with the least compression.

“The best performance we observed was specifically in conjunction with Apple Music or when streaming movies, which natively use AAC technology and therefore don’t need to recompress and decompress sound before it gets to your ears. This means higher quality, no delay and no artifacts. For music, it means things simply sound better. For movies, it’s the difference between watching a great movie or turning it off because the moving lips don’t match what you’re hearing.”

The Reference Over-Ear ($249) and Over-Ear Bluetooth models incorporate Klipsch’s patented Balanced Dynamic (KBD) driver technology, which is said to enhance bass and reduce distortion by removing lead wires from the diaphragm. Other common features include a built-in microphone and a pass-through cable for use when a wireless connection is not possible. The cushions on both models are contoured to the shape of the ear and the ear cups pivot in every direction to ensure pressure is applied evenly across the ear.

Reference Over-Ear headphones have removable ear cushions and a flat, tangle-resistant cable with a three-button remote and mic for seamless control of music and calls on iPhone, iPad, and iPod devices.

All models, including the Reference On-Ear II ($199), are available in a black or white and include a hard-shell travel case.

For more information, visit klipsch.com.