Elecom Corporation will release the folding portable "PSP-CS500" speakers in May for the price of 2,520 yen.

The PSP-CS500 are portable passive speakers intended for portable audio devices. They are bass reflex style, and have a 50mm diameter cone unit. The maximum input is 2W + 2W, though they are rated for an input of 1W + 1W. The frequency response is 300Hz ~ 20kHz, and the impedance 8 ohms. Blue (BUD), pink (PN), silver (SV) and white (WH) colors will be available.

The external dimensions, when in use, are 156 x 38.5 x 77mm (W x D x H). When closed, they measure 83.5 x 77 x 77mm (same). The weight including the cable is 163g. In addition to having a stereo mini plug itself, the speakers can store the cable and plug as well. The cable length is 16cm.