Sound tuning was overseen by Yoko Takahashi, the artist behind the iconic tracks “The Cruel Angel’s Thesis” (NEON GENESIS EVANGELION) and “Soul’s Refrain” (EVANGELION: DEATH & REBIRTH).
Product Features
Basic model
The TE-V1R is the latest model in AVIOT’s popular V series, of which approximately 190,000 units have been sold*. The earbuds offer an ultra-long 19-hour battery life (62 hours with the charging case) and adaptive hybrid noise cancellation, which automatically adjusts noise reduction strength based on the environment. They also feature the new Hybrid Dual Driver 2.0 for improved sound quality, LDAC™ support for high-resolution playback and wireless charging functionality, making them a high-quality model that perfectly balances sound quality and functionality.
*At the end of April 2025
Special voice lines
This model includes a large collection of newly recorded voice lines.
In addition to voice guidance for notifications like power and connection status, they also come with a “shuffle voice” feature that plays memorable quotes from the series, for a total of over 160 lines.
With the dedicated app, you can easily switch between nine different voice modes: Shinji Ikari, Rei Ayanami, Asuka Shikinami Langley, Mari Makinami Illustrious, Misato Katsuragi, Ritsuko Akagi, Kaworu Nagisa, Gendo Ikari and Ryoji Kaji.
Check the product page to see the voices of the other characters.
Product page: aviot.jp/product/te-v1r-eva
Special design
The earbuds feature a white and silver base color scheme, with the Spear of Longinus and Lance of Cassius on the earbuds themselves, and an EVANGELION Unit-01-inspired logo on the charging case. The result is an elegant design that captures the spirit of the series.
Special packaging
The packaging features a new illustration by Rei Ayanami and Asuka Shikinami Langley, created exclusively for this collaboration. Represented in their plug-in suits and with headphones, it is an image available only with this special edition.
Special tuning
The sound adjustment was handled by Yoko Takahashi, whose EVANGELION 30th anniversary album, “EVANGELION FLASHBACK,” was released on October 29.
Interview with Yoko Takahashi
――What was your first impression when you heard about the project?
Takahashi: In the world of headphones and earphones, people try all kinds of devices to find the sound that suits them best. Being asked to create a sound tailored specifically to my ears in this deep and complex world was an honor and I thought it was a really fun and exciting project.
――Could you tell us about the concept behind this adjustment and what you focused on?
Takahashi: When I mix a song, I always look for the sound that I think is best. For these headphones, the sound was further tuned so that listeners could enjoy it in a way that matched my personal taste.
For example, in “The Cruel Angel’s Thesis”, the song begins with the vocals, so we focused on making the initial vocal clearly reach the heart of the listener, giving it a transparent and clear quality. Since the main characters, Shinji, Rei and Asuka, are 14 years old, our goal was to make the voices sound bright and youthful, closer to their age.
With “Soul’s Refrain,” we also focused on keeping the voices young and bright. The song is very majestic, with extreme dynamics, so the sound was designed to feel spacious, with depth and stereo separation, while making the bass sound richer and deeper.
To bring out the charm of these songs, AVIOT engineers and I went through a process of trial and error. We arrived at a tuning that emphasizes powerful bass to convey majesty, while keeping vocals clear and bright to maintain a youthful feel.
――The tuning balances rich bass with vocals that remain clear and open.
Takahashi: In particular, at the beginning of “The Cruel Angel’s Thesis,” I think listeners will really feel the clarity of the vocals and the subtle sense of distance.
――How do you feel about EVANGELION being loved by so many people from all generations and countries?
Takahashi: Personally, I have watched both the TV series and the movies many times. Especially the television series, which I have seen dozens of times. Every time I see it, I return to its depth and it has become a very important work for me.
No matter how many times you see it, you will be able to relate it to your own experiences at that moment. Even after 30 years, it is still a work that can “synchronize” with present-day viewers.
――Over the past 30 years, your songs have been heard by many people in all kinds of situations.
Takahashi: I think the TV series’ theme songs, in particular, have been synchronized with important moments in many people’s lives. Being able to sing those songs and now having the opportunity to perform them around the world is incredibly meaningful.
I feel deeply grateful to have been part of work with such lasting impact.
――Do you have any message for fans about these headphones?
Takahashi: Of course, you can enjoy the music of the EVANGELION series, but I also think that these headphones allow you to experience the “breadth of music” that has been developed over the 30 years since 1995, all in a sound that is easy to listen to today.
――Thank you very much for your time today.
About Yoko Takahashi
Yoko Takahashi debuted as a solo singer in 1991 with “PS I Miss You,” winning the New Artist Awards at both the Japan Record Awards and the Japan Cable Awards. His signature songs include “A Cruel Angel’s Thesis” (NEON GENESIS EVANGELION, 1995) and “Soul’s Refrain” (EVANGELION: DEATH & REBIRTH, 1997), both of which continue to sell. He has sold approximately 1.75 million CDs, with 7 million downloads and 120 million streams, and has released 30 singles, 12 albums, and 8 best-of collections.
Since 2018, he has performed the EVANGELION World Tour in cities such as Paris, Beijing, Hong Kong, Guangzhou, Shanghai, Taiwan and Moscow. In 2023, she held her first solo concert with the theme EVANGELION at Zepp Shinjuku (Tokyo), followed by her first solo exhibition in Guangzhou in 2024. In 2025, she remains active both in Japan and abroad, appearing in domestic media, performing with the EVANGELION Wind Symphony in Korea and North America, and touring China. On October 29, he will release “EVANGELION FLASHBACK,” the 30th anniversary album celebrating the series.
Product information
TE-V1R-EVA
Price: ¥22,880 (tax included)
Reservation available at: aviotonlinemall.myshopify.com/products/te-v1r-eva
→ Basic specifications
・Driver: Hybrid type with φ10mm dynamic balanced armature drivers
・Call microphone: MEMS microphone
・Battery capacity: Single-ear earphone 85 mAh / Case 600 mAh
・Talk time*: up to 9 hours
・Playback time*: up to 19 hours (with charging case: up to 62 hours)
・Headphone charging time: about 1.5 hours
・Charging port: USB type C
・Water resistance level**: equivalent to IPX4
・Weight: Single ear headset, about 6.5g
・Other features: multipoint support (up to 2 devices), single-ear use, headphones can be turned on or off individually, fast charging (up to 120 minutes of playback with a 10-minute charge), wireless charging
→ Accessories
・Silicone earbuds (1 pair of each in sizes S/M/L)
・USB Type C Cable
・User Manual
→ Bluetooth specifications
・Supported codecs: SBC, AAC, LDAC
・Supported profiles: A2DP, AVRCP, HFP, HSP
・Bluetooth version: 5.3
・Number of Bluetooth multi-pairing registrable devices: 8
*The exact time may vary depending on your usage environment.
**Headphones only
About AVIOT
AVIOT, born in 2018 as the original brand of Preseed Japan Corporation, aims to offer products that convey high-quality Japanese craftsmanship in sound, delicate and beautiful design, and easy-to-use electronic products. In 2023, the brand was revived with the addition of “A visionary innovation in technology” to its name, with the aim of being an electronic device brand that goes beyond the framework of audiovisual products. The vision is to bring innovation through the power of technology and offer “something that changes their lives” to customers.
Company Name: Preseed Japan Corporation
Representative: Founding CEO Hirokazu Tsuchiyama
Address: 4-16-7 Sendagaya, Shibuya-ku, Tokyo 151-0051, DT Building 3F
Business activities:
1) Manufacturing, importing and selling wireless audio equipment and IoT related products
2) Import and sale of mobile accessories.
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