Knowles Corporation launched the new RAF Series balanced armature drivers to improve how hearable and earphone designers create the next generation of premium headsets. Developed for wireless products, the receiver’s small dimensions and high efficiency make it ideal for a number of applications including premium music earphones, hearables, Bluetooth headsets, communications earpieces, and miniature sound amplifiers. As consumers increasingly use smartphones to stream music, podcasts and audiobooks, sound quality remains one of the most important features of a headset. A recent industry study discovered that 90% of respondents want high quality audio from their devices. The same study discovered that 92% of respondents are frustrated when the connection between the audio player and headphones doesn’t occur and 84% are concerned with the current state of connectivity. With sound quality and connectivity paramount to adoption, the industry will benefit from the RAF drivers ability to deliver premium sound and design flexibility.