DESCRIZIONE
A helmet configured to provide audio features for the user thereof and a method for the same is disclosed. The helmet (10) comprises a first communication interface(29) for communications with an audio source. A first audio output is generated based on signal received via the first communication interface. A second communication interface (31) for direct two-way wireless communications with at least one other user on an unlicensed frequency band is also provided, and a second audio output is generated based on signal received via the second communication interface. At least one audio output device is provided for audio output based on signals from the first and second communication interfaces. A user interface enables the user to control the audio features of the helmet. The helmet further comprises control apparatus configured to control the audio features based on user input via the user interface and to provide automated response to at least one predefined event.