Here is my Unboxing Video:
Unboxing, Pictures & Initial Impressions of the HiSoundAudio Crystal
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Review of the Audio-Technica ATH-CKS77 – The earphones with a “Big Presence”
Pros: Bass, price, soundstage, highs
Cons: Microphonics, design
Packaging & Accessories: 6/10
Build Quality: 7/10
Design & Look: 7/10
Microphonics (higher ratings means lower cable noise): 3/10
Isolation: 6/10
Comfort: 9/10
Audio Quality: 9/10
Value: 10/10
My final Rating: 9/10
Purchase Date: April 2012
Purchase Price: £60
The Audio-Technica ATH-CKS77, abbreviated as the CKS77’s are an interesting earphone that I was recommended to try. These earphones I found, were an absolute steal at their price of around £60. They come at a very competitive price range, but I feel absolutely deserve to be in a high price bracket, £100+ rather than the sub £100 category. However like with almost every earphone I’ve heard these, aren’t perfect and especially are not suited for everyone.
How to remove and install the Denon plastic rings for J$ Pads
I recently bought the J$ Pads from Head-fi after a long search for them (almost 5 months!) – I finally managed to nab a pair for a reasonable price of £40. Might seem a lot for just pads, and I agree, but I wanted that added comfort.
Here is my video guide!
Review of the RedGiant A04 Incus – The Shining Star
Pros: Bass, highs, wire
Cons: Fit, weight, mids, availability
Packaging & Accessories: 8/10
Build Quality: 9/10
Design & Look: 6/10
Microphonics (higher ratings means lower cable noise): 5/10
Isolation: 7/10
Comfort: 5/10
Audio Quality: 7.5/10
Value: 9/10
My final Rating: 8/10
Purchase Date: April 2012
Purchase Price: £40 – Limited availability as of April-May 2012, Price taken from Amazon.ca listing
First of all, I would like to thank Rob, over at RedGiant for sending me the A04’s for review! Thanks Rob!
The RedGiant A04 Incus, known as the A04, is the cheapest model in the RedGiant product line. It comes in at a very reasonable price, where your average customer would be willing to splash out on some new so called “high-end earphones” as they like to put it – these for me were priced perfectly in-between the Denon AH-C260 (£25), Sennheiser CX400II (£25), & the Sony EX510/500’s (£40-50).
Let’s get on with this review!
Review of the RedGiant A03 Ossicle – The Hidden Gem
Pros: Highs, lows, design
Cons: Size & fit, availability, mids, packaging
Packaging & Accessories: 8/10
Build Quality: 9/10
Design & Look: 8/10
Microphonics (higher ratings means lower cable noise): 9/10
Isolation: 7/10
Comfort: 7/10
Audio Quality: 8/10
Value: 9/10
My final Rating: 8/10
Purchase Date: April 2012
Purchase Price: £90 – Limited availability as of April-May 2012, Price taken from Amazon.ca listing
First of all, I would like to thank Rob, over at RedGiant for sending me the A03’s for review! Thanks Rob!
The RedGiant A03 Ossicle, also known as the A03, is a dual dynamic earphone, which means 2 dynamic drivers in each ear (8mm & 14.3mm drivers) – You can read more about it, and some of the other specs, over on their website.
I have to say that the A03 really impressed me at first listen, and still ceases to amaze me. That said, it’s sound signature isn’t for everyone and some might even have some fit problems.
So, let’s see how well it fairs!
