'90s Nostalgia Meets Modern Audio: Jae Tips Unveils His Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 Collaboration
The Bronx-born designer brings his signature vibrant aesthetic to the audio world, utilizing transparent shells and retro gaming motifs for a highly limited release.
Summary
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Streetwear designer and Savior Worldwide founder Jae Tips has partnered with Skullcandy for his first-ever audio collaboration, reworking the flagship Crusher ANC 2 headphones
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The design is heavily inspired by the translucent tech trend of the late ’90s and early 2000s, featuring a bold, see-through emerald shell
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Nostalgic details include colorful buttons reminiscent of classic Nintendo 64 controllers, along with Jae Tips’ signature floral motifs and custom Super Mario Bros.-inspired packaging
Bronx native Jae Tips is officially bringing his colorful, highly coveted design language into a brand-new space. After making serious waves in the streetwear and footwear industries with his sold-out Saucony, New Era, and G-SHOCK collaborations, the Savior Worldwide founder has teamed up with Skullcandy for his first foray into audio. The result is a vibrant, deeply nostalgic reimagining of the brand’s premium Crusher ANC 2 headphones, serving up a perfect blend of high-end sound and retro tech aesthetics.
Leaning heavily into the era of early 2000s tech and retro gaming, Jae Tips completely overhauled the visual language of the Crusher ANC 2. The headphones boast a striking, transparent emerald shell that instantly evokes memories of classic see-through electronics and vintage computers. Continuing the heavy dose of gaming nostalgia, the control buttons are styled in bright, playful colors that directly mimic the iconic feel of a Nintendo 64 controller.
Of course, a Jae Tips collaboration wouldn’t be complete without his signature branding. His familiar floral details are seamlessly integrated into the hardware, connecting the audio piece directly back to his highly successful footwear and apparel drops. The retro gaming theme also extends beyond the headphones themselves, with the collaboration arriving in specialized, custom packaging heavily inspired by the classic Super Mario Bros. franchise.
While the aesthetic is entirely rooted in fun, vintage nostalgia, the technology inside remains top-tier. Skullcandy ensured that the limited-edition drop retains all of its modern flagship features, meaning users still get the brand’s renowned adjustable active noise cancellation (ANC) and its signature, bone-rattling Crusher multi-sensory bass experience.
For fans looking to secure this unique blend of streetwear and audio, the rollout kicks off in Jae Tips’ home city. The Jae Tips x Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 will officially launch on May 19, 2026, during an exclusive pop-up event at the Chelsea Best Buy in Manhattan (60 W 23rd St) from 5 PM to 8 PM. For those outside of New York, a limited online release will follow on May 20 online.
