At a Glance
- Fender Audio will launch Mix wireless headphones at CES 2026.
- Battery life: 100 hours without active noise cancellation, 52 hours with ANC at 50% volume.
- 15-minute charge gives 1 hour of listening; full charge takes 2 hours.
- Why it matters: These headphones offer record-long battery life and modular design, appealing to tech enthusiasts and gamers.
Fender Audio, the consumer electronics brand of the world-renowned guitar maker, announced next week that its first wireless headphones, the Mix, will debut at CES 2026 in Las Vegas. The headphones promise up to 100-hour battery life without active noise cancellation and feature a replaceable battery, modular design, and multiple audio modes.
CES 2026 and the Mix Headphones
CES 2026 will run from Jan. 6-9 in Las Vegas, and Fender Audio will showcase the Mix headphones there. The launch coincides with the event’s focus on cutting-edge tech, from TVs to AI.
The Mix will launch in Skyscraper Black and Olympic White, with additional colors to follow.
The headphones have a dual mic with environmental noise cancellation for clear voice quality for calls and voice commands, and a 3.5mm AUX input.
Battery Life and Charging
The Mix’s battery life is remarkable, offering 100 hours without active noise cancellation and 52 hours with ANC at 50% volume. The battery is replaceable, and a 15-minute charge yields 1 hour of listening, while a full charge takes 2 hours.
- 100 hours battery life (ANC off)
- 52 hours battery life (ANC on, 50% volume)
- 15-minute charge = 1 hour listening
- 2-hour full charge
Design and Audio Modes
Company spokesperson stated:
> “making it easily serviceable and customizable,”
Company spokesperson stated:
> “clear voice quality for calls and voice commands.”
The Mix’s modular design lets users mix and match headbands and ear cups, making it easily serviceable and customizable. The headphones support three audio modes: lossless, low latency, and Auracast, adapting to any setting.
| Mode | Description |
|---|---|
| Lossless | 96kHz/24bit high-fidelity audio |
| Low latency | <20 ms latency for gaming |
| Auracast | Broadcast to multiple devices |
Competitive Landscape
In comparison, Marshall’s Major V also offers up to 100 hours on a single charge, while Sony’s WH-1000XM6 delivers 30 hours with ANC and 40 hours without. Bose QuietComfort Ultra, ranked No. 1 by News Of Fort Worth, has a 30-hour battery life.
| Brand | Model | Battery Life (ANC off) | Battery Life (ANC on) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fender Audio | Mix | 100 hrs | 52 hrs |
| Marshall | Major V | 100 hrs | – |
| Sony | WH-1000XM6 | 40 hrs | 30 hrs |
| Bose | QuietComfort Ultra | 30 hrs | 30 hrs |
They will retail at $300.
Key Takeaways
- Fender Audio Mix offers 100-hour battery life without ANC.
- Modular design and replaceable battery set it apart.
- Three audio modes adapt to gaming, high-fidelity listening, and multi-device broadcasting.
With its unprecedented battery endurance, modularity, and versatile audio modes, the Fender Audio Mix headphones are poised to make a strong impression at CES 2026 and beyond.
