Japanese audio brand LIFEEAR has launched its Nova wired earphones at four major Yodobashi Camera locations across Japan starting in late May 2026. The product combines custom IEM-level sound quality with a high-transparency resin housing and a swappable face plate system designed around fan culture.
Fan Culture Meets Custom IEM Sound Quality
As "oshi-katsu" — the practice of incorporating a favorite artist's or character's theme colors into everyday life — has become a mainstream trend, earphones have evolved from simple audio devices into daily fashion accessories. At the same time, in-ear monitors (IEMs) used by professional musicians on stage have drawn growing interest from music fans and gamers who want the same level of isolation and detailed sound reproduction.
LIFEEAR developed the Nova to address both of these needs: professional-grade audio at the custom IEM level, paired with a design that can be worn like jewelry in any color linked to a favorite act.
Three Key Features
Oshi Color Support: Choose from a range of colors to match your favorites.
Swappable Face Plates: Face plates can be swapped freely to coordinate with an outfit, mood, or event.
High-Clarity Resin Housing: A high-transparency resin gives the earphones a glass-like brilliance and a premium finish.
Nova Product Details
The Nova supports swappable face plate designs while delivering the stable, immersive sound of a wired connection.
Custom IEM-Level Audio: A 10mm dynamic driver combined with 3D-printed acoustic design reproduces vocal nuance and fine detail with clarity.
3D-Printed Fit Structure: The smooth curved form — difficult to achieve with conventional plastic housings — provides strong passive isolation and a comfortable fit during extended use.
High-Transparency Resin Housing: Light passes through the translucent resin casing like a gemstone, giving it a distinctive visual character.
Low-Latency Wired Design: Minimal audio lag makes the Nova suitable for music listening, gaming, video viewing, and live stream watching.
Price: ¥12,800 (tax included)
Specifications
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Housing | High-transparency resin |
| Driver | Dynamic 10mm × 1 |
| Connector | Flat 2-pin |
| Cable | Silver-plated copper |
| Sensitivity | 107dB |
| Impedance | 16Ω |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz to 20kHz |
| Cable Length | 1.2m |
Package Contents: Main unit, face plate, ear tips (S/M/L), replacement cable, dedicated case, user manual, warranty card (1 year)
Available in 7 Colors
The Nova comes in seven color options under the concept of "Wear your passion in your ears," designed to accompany fans to concerts, events, and everyday life.
Retail Locations
- Yodobashi Camera Multimedia Akiba (Akihabara)
- Yodobashi Camera Multimedia Umeda
- Yodobashi Camera Multimedia Kyoto
- Yodobashi Camera Multimedia Hakata
For stock availability and details, please inquire directly at each store.
