OSSIC X: The first 3D audio headphones calibrated to you

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OSSIC X is the world's first headphone that instantly calibrates to your anatomy for the most accurate and immersive 3D audio.
Backers: 10263
Average Pledge Per Backer: $264

Funded: $2,708,472 of $100,000
Dates: Feb 23rd -> Apr 21st (59 days)
Project By: OSSIC
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Latest News

Crowdfunders Left Hanging By 3D Headphone Startup's Abrupt Closure

May 22nd - via: opb.org
After delivering devices to only about 80 investors who (Read More)

10,200 people gave this Kickstarter start-up for 3-D headphones nearly $3 million. They have nothing to show for it.

May 22nd - via: washingtonpost.com
The company, Ossic, told its backers that it wouldn't be delivering any remaining orders and was shutting down immediately. (Read More)

Crowdfunded '3D' headphones startup Ossic shuts down; backers threaten lawsuit

May 21st - via: businesstimes.com.sg
ONE contender in the race to bring "3D" headphone technology to the mass market has dropped out of the race. The company had raised US$2.7 million on Kickstarter and US$3.2 million on Indiegogo for its Ossic X headphones (Read More)

After tens of thousands of pre-orders, 3D audio headphones startup Ossic disappears

May 21st - via: techcrunch.com
Many Ossic backers are understandably upset after spending at minimum $200 to back Ossic and receive a pair of Ossic X headphones. There (Read More)

People surprised when giving money to strangers on the internet doesn

May 21st - via: bgr.com
Kickstarter has gone from being a niche platform for making funky smartwatches to a multi-billion-dollar industry that seemingly sells every smartphone accessory on the planet. (Read More)

Hands On With Ossic X

December 22nd - via: cinema5d.com
The team behind the Ossic X asked for $100,000 on Kickstarter and ended up with 2.7 million. That (Read More)

Kickstarter's Tech Darlings: Where Are They Now? (Slideshow)

July 7th - via: pcmag.com
We hear a lot about crowd-funded tech, but what happened to the biggest funded Kickstarter projects of all? (Read More)

Ossic X Exceeds Oculus Rift In Kickstarter Support, Now Available For Preorder

April 21st - via: tomshardware.com
Following a Kickstarter campaign that netted over $2.6 million dollars, Ossic announced that its Ossic X headphones are now available for preorder. (Read More)

Lightning Connectivity Stretch Goal: Unlocked!

April 19th - via: kickstarter.com
$2.5M reached: lightning connectivity stretch goal unlocked! Hi Backers, We’re so lucky to be able to write and thank you so often. This time it’s for helping the campaign reach another milestone — $2.5 Million! We know many of you worked hard... (Read More)

$2 Million Funded > Stretch Goal #3 Unlocked!

April 14th - via: kickstarter.com
Thank you for all of your support.Wow. $2 million. Words cannot describe the gratitude we feel right now. We want to give our sincere thanks to all of you for your support through this journey. As we sit here in London, we can't believe how many... (Read More)

London Open House

April 11th - via: kickstarter.com
Say hello in London!For our supporters located across the pond, we'll be hosting an exclusive open house for you on Tuesday, April 12. Enjoy some refreshments as you meet the OSSIC team and become one of the first to hear our 3D audio demo. We can't... (Read More)

Stretch Goal + Additional Connectivity Follow-Up

April 6th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi Backers! Thank you for the questions and comments on the latest post. We are listening and want to clarify where details were maybe lacking. At its core, the OSSIC X is a smart headphone that not only adapts to your anatomy to enable accurate and... (Read More)

Connectivity and Stretch Goal Updates

April 4th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello everyone! We’re excited to bring you some news regarding connectivity and stretch goals. We want to thank you so much for your patience as our team reviewed the results from the backer survey. We’ve since been researching the feasibility of... (Read More)

EvoNexus company, OSSIC, sounds off on Kickstarter, reaching $1.4M

March 29th - via: prnewswire.com
OSSIC X is the world's first 3D audio headphone that instantly calibrates to the listener, increasing the sense of auditory space, and acoustically recreating the way you hear the world everyday. (Read More)

We're on Product Hunt! Plus this week's event recap and an interview with Jared Sandrew.

March 22nd - via: kickstarter.com
GDC, SXSW, CanJam RecapThis past week was a blast. We hit the road, splitting our team between GDC, SXSW, and CanJam. Thanks to everyone who stopped by our booth and said hello. It was amazing to meet so many creators/gamers/enthusiasts. There's... (Read More)

The OSSIC X Kickstarter Is A Total Gamechanger

March 15th - via: techmalak.com
Beats by Dre have a solid hold on the headphone market. A new pair of revolutionary headphones, OSSIC X may give Beats a run for their money. (Read More)

OSSIC at GDC / SXSW / CanJam

March 14th - via: kickstarter.com
OSSIC community, This week we're taking our 3D audio demo on the road to some amazing events. If you're in the area be sure to stop by for a chance to hear the OSSIC X headphones in person.  GDC Expo San Francisco:  3/16-3/18, Expo Floor Zone 2,... (Read More)

Weekend Update: Reaching $1 Million and Acceptance into Abbey Road Red!

March 8th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi Backers! We've got a couple of big news items for you. This weekend we reached $1 million in funding! And for that we THANK YOU ALL TIMES A MILLION AND ONE! We’re incredibly humbled and even more excited to have a community of backers who want... (Read More)

OSSIC Interviewed on Maximum PC: No BS Podcast [Video]

March 3rd - via: kickstarter.com
Hey Backers! We were lucky enough to sit down with Maximum PC Editor-in-Chief, Tuan Nguyen, for the latest episode of the No BS Podcast.  In addition to learning about Jason and Joy's audio background and love of gaming, the podcast dives a little... (Read More)

END OF WEEK UPDATE: connectivity, press mentions, and more

February 26th - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)

Connectivity Survey

February 24th - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)

Day 1 Update

February 24th - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)

FUNDED! $100K goal hit in less than 2.5 hours!

February 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
The future of audio has officially arrived.We can't believe it. With your support we've hit our $100K in less than 3 hours.  Thank you to everyone who has followed our progress. Thank you to everyone who has supported us at our road shows. Thank... (Read More)

OSSIC 3D Audio Surpasses Kickstarter Goal For Headphone Launch

February 23rd - via: prnewswire.com
OSSIC 3D Audio Surpasses Kickstarter Goal For Headphone Launch, Raising Over $100K In Less Than 3 Hours. (Read More)

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