Shokz Launches OpenRun Pro 2 Featuring DualPitch Technology for Active Users

Audio equipment maker Shokz has rolled out its latest open-type audio device, the OpenRun Pro 2, targeting fitness enthusiasts and users who prioritize environmental awareness alongside their media consumption. Open-type headphones and earbuds have seen a steady shift toward mainstream adoption, with clip-on style earbuds and bone conduction models leading the segment for active users.

The primary advantage of open-type devices remains situational awareness, enabling listeners to hear both their audio content and the surrounding environment simultaneously. Addressing the traditional limitations of bone conduction audio, the OpenRun Pro 2 introduces Shokz’s proprietary DualPitch solution. This approach combines a conventional bone conduction driver with a standard air-conduction driver.

In this dual setup, the bone conduction driver manages mid and high frequencies, while the air-conduction driver, equipped with an open-ear speaker, takes charge of low frequencies. This configuration aims to address historical weaknesses in the bass department for bone conduction tech, delivering a balanced sound profile with clear mid-range notes and punchy low frequencies.

Constructed around a standard neckband-style design, the OpenRun Pro 2 utilizes a flexible Ni-Ti Memory alloy wire to support the battery, electronics module, and front driver assembly. Weighing in at approximately 30 grams, the headset is designed for extended wear and is compatible with accessories such as sunglasses and cycling helmets. The hardware holds an IP55 certification, providing resistance against sweat and light rain.

Control physical placement includes a single playback button on the left driver unit, a volume rocker on the right module behind the ear, and a USB-C charging port concealed by a plastic flap. The device is manufactured in two sizes: a standard fit for most users and a smaller 'Mini' variant designed for tighter fits or smaller head profiles.

Real-world battery performance aligns with the manufacturer's stated metric of 12 hours of playback on a full charge. A complete charge cycle takes approximately one hour, while a five-minute quick charge yields roughly 2.5 hours of usage. Connectivity features include a companion smartphone application that offers customizable sound modes, such as a Treble Boost setting.

"The consumer hardware market continues to evolve through niche specialization and functional innovation. By combining bone conduction with air-conduction drivers in the OpenRun Pro 2, Shokz addresses a specific consumer demand for situational awareness without compromising audio performance. For hardware startups and manufacturers, identifying distinct use cases in active lifestyles remains a viable pathway to capture market share in a competitive audio segment." — Dr. Shishir Gupta, Founder & CEO, StartupLanes