CMF, which is an affordable brand has come out with the CMF Headphone Pro in India. This headphone is for people who want a pair of over-ear headphones but do not want to spend a lot of money. The CMF Headphone Pro has some features like hybrid noise cancellation, support, for high quality audio, long battery life and it looks really nice too. These are things that you usually find in expensive headphones but the CMF Headphone Pro has them and it is cheaper.

Here is what you need to know about the price and key features of this product. We will also talk about when you can buy it and what it means for people who want to buy it.

CMF Headphone Pro price in India and sale details

The CMF Headphone Pro costs ₹7,999 in India.. Cmf is also giving a special price of ₹6,999 for a little while. This special price is to get people to buy the CMF Headphone Pro first. The company wants the CMF Headphone Pro to seem cheaper than it really’s.

When will the thing be available for people to buy it at a price?

Sales will start on January 20 2026. They are supposed to begin at 12 PM on that date January 20 2026.

Where can you buy the thing you are looking for?

CMF Headphone Pro will be available via Flipkart and select offline retail stores/partners.

Colour options

The headphones come in a few colours. You can get them in Light Grey, Dark Grey and Light Green. These are the colour options, for the headphones.

This new launch is really important for people who are buying something for the time you know, the entry segment buyers. The entry segment buyers are going to love this because it has a lot of features that they need.

For the entry segment buyers this launch is a deal. It means they can get something that’s good quality and not too expensive. The entry segment buyers will be happy to know that they can afford this.

The thing is the entry segment buyers do not have a lot of money to spend so they need something that’s cheap and good. This launch is perfect, for the entry segment buyers because it is that. The entry segment buyers are the ones who will benefit the most from this launch.

In India when it comes to buying something for music people who do not want to spend a lot of money have to pick one of these options:

big battery or ANC

decent sound or clean design/build

I am looking for a list of features, from a brand that I can trust. This brand and its features should look high quality and expensive. The brand should be one that people know and respect. I want the features to be things that make the brand seem premium.

The company called CMF is trying to do something cool with their new product. They want CMF to have the best of everything. This means CMF has features like really good noise cancellation that can block out sound up to 40dB high quality audio and special spatial modes. The battery of CMF is supposed to last a long time. At the time CMF has a design that young people will like and it is modular which is a big plus. The price of CMF is not too bad it is close, to what people would pay for a good but not super expensive product.. If you buy CMF when it first comes out you can get a special deal.

Design and build: a “CMF” approach (colour, modularity, customisation)

The identity of CMF is really about having fun with the way things look and showing off the parts that are normally hidden like the bolts and dials and unique shapes in all of their products.. That is still the case with the Headphone Pro, from CMF.

Modular and custom-friendly touches

One of the things people are talking about is the modularity of these headphones including the fact that you can swap out the ear cushions. This is useful for a reasons. You can change the style of your headphones, which’s pretty cool.. It is also helpful for keeping your headphones in good shape and making sure they are comfortable to wear for a long time. The ear pads, on headphones are usually the thing to get worn out. So it is nice that you can replace them on these headphones. Modularity is really a feature of these headphones.

Custom button

The headset also has a button that you can set up the way you like. This button is really handy because you can use it to do things you do a lot like turn the noise cancellation on or off or get help from a voice assistant. What this button does depends on how the people at CMF have set up their software. You can use it to switch between modes or to launch the voice assistant and things, like that.

“Entry segment” reality check on design

When you buy budget headphones they often look much the same. This is because companies care more about what’s, inside the headphones.. Cmf is doing things differently. They want the design of the headphones to be something that people really like. If you want headphones that do not look like all the black plastic headphones out there then the design of the CMF headphones is a big part of what makes them special. The design of the CMF headphones is something that will make them stand out from the headphones you see.

Drivers and audio hardware: what is, inside the drivers and the audio hardware?

CMF says the Headphone Pro uses 40mm drivers that are covered in nickel. Some people also talk about the details of the Headphone Pro, like the diaphragms are also covered in nickel and it has a voice coil made of copper. The Headphone Pro also has a structure, with two chambers to help manage the sound of the Headphone Pro.

So what does this mean for the sound? It is going to affect the sound. The sound is going to be different because of this. We have to think about how thiss going to change the sound. The sound is what we are talking about here.

40mm drivers are really common in over-ear headphones. This is because they can give you a bass sound and more dynamics than a lot of smaller on-ear headphones. The 40mm drivers are just better, at producing a range of sounds.

The talk, about “nickel-plated” and “dual-chamber” is CMF saying that this is not just a basic driver. The CMF is trying to make the sound come out in a controlled way and be clearer. The CMF wants the sound to be better so they are using “nickel-plated” and “dual-chamber” to make that happen.

The way things actually sound in the world depends on how the bass and treble are balanced, which is also known as tuning. It also depends on how well the headphones fit and seal around your ears.. Then there is the software processing, which is called DSP.

If you look at the hardware, on paper the headphones seem like they are going to compete with other brands in a big way especially when you consider the price of the headphones. The headphones are positioned to compete for the price.

ANC: up to 40dB hybrid adaptive noise cancellation

The CMF Headphone Pro has a feature called hybrid adaptive ANC. This means the CMF Headphone Pro can reduce noise by up to 40dB according to CMF. When we say “hybrid” it means the CMF Headphone Pro uses microphones in two places: inside and, outside the ear cups of the CMF Headphone Pro. These microphones help the CMF Headphone Pro understand the noise and then cancel it out which works well for all kinds of sounds.

What “40dB” means in daily use

Numbers, like 40dB are something that companies say they can do. It does not always mean that it will work exactly the same every time.

Good hybrid Active Noise Cancellation or hybrid ANC really helps with:

constant fan/AC noise

The engine makes a noise in buses and cars. This noise is like a rumble. It happens when the engine is working in buses and cars. The engine rumble, in buses and cars is really loud.

background hum in cafes

some office chatter (not always perfectly)

For people who are buying on a budget having noise cancellation can make a big difference, in your daily life especially if you take public transportation to work every day because noise cancellation or ANC can really improve your commute.

Spatial audio modes: Cinema and Concert

CMF is also working on Spatial Audio modes like Cinema and Concert. These modes are meant to make things sound like they are coming from, around you so you feel like you are really there. This will make the things you listen to feel more real and exciting. CMF wants Spatial Audio to give you a sense of space and make the content feel more immersive. Spatial Audio is a part of what CMF is doing.

People who work with modes benefit the most from spatial modes. These people are usually the ones who deal with modes on a daily basis. Spatial modes are very useful for them because they get to use modes to do their jobs. For example engineers who design modes and technicians who install spatial modes benefit a lot from spatial modes. They use modes to make sure that spatial modes work properly. Spatial modes are really important, for these people because they rely on modes to get their work done.

People watching movies/series on phones/tablets

People who play games and want the sound to be really big and loud these gaming users want a sound. They are looking for something that will make their games sound amazing. The sound needs to be big, for gaming users who want a sound.

People who want to feel like the music is around them with a lot of space will like this. The sound is very open. It feels like you are surrounded by music. This is great for listeners who like an open surround-ish effect because it makes them feel like they are right, in the middle of the sound.

Some people who listen to music like spatial processing but others do not like it because they think it changes the sound of the music too much. The good thing about CMFs processing is that you can turn it on and off quickly so you can use it if you want to or not use it if you do not want to. This means you can think of processing as something extra that you can add to the music if you like rather than something that is always there and you cannot change it. CMFs spatial processing is, like an option that you can use if you want to and that is a good thing.

Codec support and hi-res positioning (LDAC + Hi-Res)

In this part the Company Making Phones or CMF for short wants to be different. They are doing this by adding LDAC and Hi-Res audio support. The LDAC thing is a way to send music over Bluetooth with sound. It can send music information, than the usual way, which is called SBC. Lots of Android phones that can use LDAC actually do use LDAC. CMF is including LDAC and Hi-Res audio support to make their phones special.

So what is the big deal, about LDAC? LDAC matters because it is a way to send music over the internet without losing a lot of the quality.. There are times when LDAC does not really matter. Let us talk about LDAC and when we actually need to use LDAC. LDAC is important when we want to listen to music that sounds really good.. Sometimes LDAC is not that important. We need to think about when we should use LDAC and when it’s not necessary to use LDAC.

LDAC can help if you are having some trouble with quality. LDAC is really good at making sure the sound is clear and nice. Here are some situations where LDAC can help with audio:

* When you are listening to music. It does not sound very good

* When you are watching a video and the sound is not clear

LDAC is a tool for making audio sound better so it is worth trying out LDAC if you are having some trouble with audio. LDAC can make a difference, in the sound quality so you should try using LDAC.

your phone supports LDAC

You use high quality streaming settings or high resolution files. This is what the music sounds good with. The high resolution files and the high quality streaming settings make a difference when you are listening to music. If you want to hear the music the way it was meant to be heard you should use high quality streaming settings or high resolution files.

You are in a Bluetooth environment. This means that the Bluetooth connection is working well and you should not have any problems, with it. The Bluetooth environment is stable so you can use your devices without any issues related to the Bluetooth connection.

It might not matter much if:

I usually stream my videos at quality. The reason I do this is that I think normal quality is good enough for most people to watch my streams. I mean normal quality is what most people are used to so I just stick with that. Normal quality is my go, to setting when I am streaming.

You are in crowded wireless areas and this can cause problems. The LDAC may switch to a quality sound when this happens. This is because LDAC is a music thing that needs a connection to work properly. When the connection is bad like, in crowded wireless areas the LDAC may switch down to make sure the music keeps playing.

your priority is battery + convenience over maximum detail

When you look at the price the LDAC is really impressive on paper for people who are comparing models, on the internet. The LDAC has a lot of features that make it stand out. Buyers will definitely notice the LDAC when they are looking at options online.

Battery life: the big headline (up to 100 hours)

The thing that really stands out about the CMF is the battery life. It can play music for up to 100 hours. This is usually when you have the noise cancellation turned off. The CMF battery is really good. You can listen to music, on the CMF for a long time.

Real-life expectation setting

Numbers that say “Up to” are normally measured when everything is just right like the volume is not too loud a certain codec is being used and the Active Noise Cancellation is turned off. What really matters with “Up, to” numbers is how you actually use them and that depends on:

volume level

The codec, like LDAC can use a lot power. This is something to think about when you’re using the codec, especially the LDAC codec.

ANC usage

calls (mic processing consumes power)

temperature and battery ageing over time

Some people have noticed that the battery life can go down a lot when they use things, like ANC and LDAC at the time. This is something that happens with lots of brands. When you use more features the battery does not last as long.

The thing about batteries is that they really matter in India. You see batteries are very important for people who live in India. India has a lot of people who use batteries every day.

Battery matters because it is used to power a lot of things that people in India need. For example batteries are used in things like flashlights and radios. These are things that people in India use every day.

The reason battery matters more in India is that many people in India do not have access to electricity all the time. So they have to use batteries to power the things they need. Battery is a deal in India because it helps people to do things when they do not have electricity.

In India people use battery to power their homes and their businesses. Battery is very important, for people who live in India. That is why battery matters more in India.

In India, long battery life is a huge buying trigger because many users:

commute long hours

use headphones for work calls + entertainment

don’t want another device to charge daily

travel frequently

If the CMF battery really lasts long as they say it does for normal use that is a big plus for the CMF in the basic category. The CMF battery is what makes the difference here. If the CMF battery lives up, to its promise the CMF will be a great choice.

Fast charging: quick top-ups for daily use

The Headphone Pro has a feature that is fast charging. This is really good because you can charge it for a time and it will play music for a long time. The amount of time it plays music can be different depending on how you use the Headphone Pro. The main thing to remember is that you can plug it in for a while and it will have enough power to last you for a busy day. For people this is more important, than being able to play music for a really long time, like 100 hours. The Headphone Pro is very useful because you can charge it for a time and then use it for a long time.

Controls and everyday usability

One reason many people like over-ear headphones better than TWS earbuds is that they are easier to control. This is really important when you are at work or on a trip with over-ear headphones. You can use, over-ear headphones during work or travel.

People who have used the product say the controls are easy to use and feel nice to touch. The company has also made sure that all the different control systems work together. They want the product to feel solid and real when you use it which is what the brand is, about. They like to make things that look and feel like they are made to last.

For people who are buying a home for the time the controls of the house can be a big deal. The controls of the house like the thermostat and the lights can make a difference, to these entry buyers. The way these controls work can be something that entry buyers really think about when they are deciding which house to buy.

Things are not easy to find without looking for the things. You have to look to find the things you need. It is hard to find things without looking at the things.

When you are adjusting the headset do the things that are supposed to happen not happen the way they should?

Is there a quick way to switch ANC modes or mute?

This is where you get your impression of something and what people think of it after a long time. And this is important.. When you look at the details it is clear that CMF does not think of controls as something that is not important. CMF is really paying attention to controls.

The thing that really matters to me is availability. I also think about the platform strategy. And I have to say Flipkart matters a lot. Flipkart is important because it is a platform. The strategy of Flipkart is something that I think about. Availability of products, on Flipkart is what I care about. Flipkart matters to me because of the way it works. The platform that Flipkart uses is really good. I like the way Flipkart does things. Flipkart. That is why I use it.

Launching on Flipkart is a strategic choice:

Flipkart is one of India’s biggest channels for electronics

This thing is really good at getting the word out when we launch something. It helps us make a splash with things like banners and special prices that’re only available for a little while. We can also use it to let people know about deals from banks. The big launch visibility is really important. It supports things, like banners and flash pricing and bank offers.

The Customer Matching Framework helps the Customer Matching Framework target the audience that compares products by looking at the list of specifications. This is really useful for the Customer Matching Framework because it wants to reach the people who’re actually interested in the details of the products. The Customer Matching Framework does this by targeting the audience that compares products by spec list, which is a big help, for the Customer Matching Framework.

For people who are buying this also means:

easier access to launch pricing

standard e-commerce protections

You might get some deals from the bank or EMI offers. These bank offers and EMI offers depend on when you do things and if your account’s eligible, for bank offers and EMI offers.

People who really like music should think about buying the CMF Headphone Pro. The CMF Headphone Pro is a choice for anyone who wants to listen to music or watch videos with great sound. If you are someone who likes to play games or watch movies you should consider buying the CMF Headphone Pro. The CMF Headphone Pro is also good, for people who work with music or videos and need sound. Anyone who wants to use the CMF Headphone Pro for a time should consider buying it because it is very good.

1) People who are buying something for the time and do not want to spend a lot of money they want to get the most features, for what they pay these are the entry or budget buyers who want maximum features.

If you are looking for a product that has Active Noise Cancellation and a big battery and also supports the audio codecs then the company CMF is making this product specifically for people, like you who want all these features in one thing.

2) Students and commuters

Long playback claims and ANC are ideal for:

metro/bus travel

coaching classes / self study

hostel/PG life where quiet is rare

3) People who like style and colour are really, into the way things look. They want everything to be nice and pretty. The style and colour of things matter a lot to these people. They like it when the style and colour of something is just right.

Most of the entry level headphones are really plain to look at. The company is trying to make their headphones stand out with colours and a unique design so the headphones will appeal to people who think of them as a fashion accessory something that is part of their style. CMF is doing this so it fits the buyers who want their headphones to match their look.

4) Some people like to wear headphones that cover their ear because they find this type of headphone to be more comfortable than the tiny earbuds that are known as True Wireless Stereo headphones. These over-ear headphones are a choice for users who want over-ear comfort over True Wireless Stereo headphones. Users who want over-ear comfort, over True Wireless Stereo headphones will like these headphones because they are really comfortable.

If earbuds make your ears feel tired over-ear headphones are a choice. They are really helpful when you are listening to music for a time. Over-ear headphones can give you relief from ear fatigue, which’s great for long sessions with, over-ear headphones.

People who are not, in a hurry might want to wait or look at alternatives. Some individuals might want to wait or look at options. These people might want to wait or look at alternatives.

1) People who buy things and they want the noise cancellation it is the most important thing to them they want the best Active Noise Cancellation, above everything else the best Active Noise Cancellation is what they are looking for.

The price of ₹6,999 to ₹7,999 is pretty good for Active Noise Cancellation. Usually the really good Active Noise Cancellation comes from models that cost a lot more. The company says their Active Noise Cancellation is 40dB, which’s a big claim but if you want it to be really quiet like when you are, on an airplane you should probably wait for more reviews or look at more expensive models.

2) People who mostly answer phone calls in loud places like people who take calls in noisy environments they have a hard time hearing the other person on the phone because the noisy environments are very distracting people who take calls in noisy environments need to find a way to block out the noise so they can focus on the call.

The performance of a call really depends on how you set up your microphone and how well it suppresses noise and all the tuning that comes with it. If you are someone who’s, on calls most of the time then it is a good idea to look at detailed tests of calls before you actually buy something. This way you can get a sense of how the call performance will be.

3) People who do not like Digital Signal Processing or spatial effects they just do not like Digital Signal Processing or spatial effects all so they will not use Digital Signal Processing or spatial effects.

Spatial audio is not a must. If the people at CMF focus a lot on changing the sound with processing some people who really care about music might like options that sound more natural. We will know for sure when we read the reviews, about audio and the work that CMF does with spatial audio.

Buying tips for the first sale (January 20, 2026)

If you are planning to buy something at the price they are offering when it first comes out:

We need to go for the launch window that’s on January 20. This is because the introductory pricing will not be available for a time. The introductory pricing is for a limited time. We should aim for the launch window on January 20 to get the pricing of the product. The launch window is our target. It is, on January 20.

You should think about whether you like to shop in a store. This is really important if you want to see how something feels and fits before you buy it. You might want to try it on in person to make sure it is comfortable.

When you pick a colour think about how work you want to do to keep it looking good. Lighter colours are really nice. They get dirty really fast. On the hand darker colours are a lot easier to keep clean and they look like new for a longer time. So you have to decide what is more important, to you the colour you like or the maintenance of the colour. Darker colours are great because they do not show dirt much as lighter colours do.

If Flipkart shows extra offers (bank/EMI), compare final effective pricing before checkout.