Really enjoying the RHA's after just 24 hours of play. I've put a variety of music thru them (rock, metal, blues, hip hop, jazz, r&b, classical, and spoken word) and I'm pleasantly surprised at how balanced these are for sub $30 buds. The bass and treble are a bit over-pronounced, but still within my acceptable ranges for listening. Guitar focused music sounds amazing. I spent some time listening to Stevie Ray Vaughan and Gary Clark, Jr and was amazed at how good they sounded through these buds. One last note about the sound of these buds...The cable is well designed to reduce microphonics. I walk my dog all the time while listening to podcasts or music. Earbuds with cheap cabling cause all kinds of rustling as the cable moves against my clothes. These RHAs do NOT have that problem. The bottom half of the cord - before the splitter - is covered in a woven protective fabric that completely removes any rustle. The top half is coated in the usual rubber, but is thick enough not to cause any rustle. This means i hear my music when walking...not cord microphonics.
So, the sound is very good...incredible at this price point. The next question is how they fit. I've tried all kinds of buds and I tend to prefer small and light. I don't like the kind that wrap over your ear, or the kind that have huge bass ports that end out hurting your ears after more than an hour of listening. The RHAs, I'm happy to report, are small and unobtrusive. After 5 minutes you forget they are there. There are included ear tips to change sizes. I found the default worked perfectly for me...no slippage and decent noise isolation. Keep in mind...these are passive noise isolation, so some noise can seep through at low volumes. However, considering how loud these buds can get, you likely won't notice much.
How's the build quality? The aluminum housings seem very well designed. I already mentioned the cable covers are good. I'll report back after a few weeks/months of wearing these every day to see how they hold up, but thus far I'm very impressed with the attention to small details on these buds. The aluminum is smooth w/out burrs and the cable connections seem sturdy and well protected.
Overall, I love these new buds. I'm always looking for <$50 ear buds because I use them so much that the normal wear and tear means I go through a few sets every year. I wear them at work...while walking my dog...in the gym...just about 6 - 8 hours a day. That's a lot of use, so any buds that can last 3 - 6 months - to me - are really good buds. That being said, I don't like to sacrifice sound quality, which is where these RHAs come in. I'm really digging how they sound. I'm listening to James Brown as I write this, and the growl in his voice, the groove of the bass, and the blare of the trumpets is crystal clear. If you're looking for earbuds to really get into your music, these can't be beat at this price.
UPDATE Jan 2019
Still using these again headphones 5 months later and they aren't still in great shape. I use them daily and carry them around in my pocket without a case. I can't believe they are this durable and sounds this good. I'm an RHA fan now! Highly recommended.
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MA390 Universal
Hear new levels of detail and energy from your favourite tracks. Built around a custom-engineered RHA model 130.8 driver, the MA390 Universal delivers immersive, powerful sound with unrivalled clarity; enjoy your music as it was meant to be heard.
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Gain full control of music, calls and digital assistant functions at the single touch of a button. The 1-button universal remote and microphone allows you to easily pause tracks, take calls and activate your digital assistant without having to access your device or remove your headphones.
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Engineered For ClarityPremium listening with no distractions: the signature Aerophonic shape, that combines both the sound chamber and sound pipe, delivers clearer airflow for distortion-free sound and creates an ideal noise isolating seal to block out all external noise. |
A Little ExtraFinished with a range of accessories, the MA390 features a selection of silicone ear tips, a carry pouch and a clothing clip. |
3 Year WarrantyProtected by our 3 year manufacturers warranty and 5 star customer service, RHA products are designed and engineered to deliver the highest standard of build and audio quality. Each feature, detail and component is the result of extensive research and an uncompromising commitment to quality and durability, which is why we offer a three year warranty on our products. |
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| Sound | Smooth and well balanced sound for all musical genres. | Warm and immersive introduction to High Resolution Audio with a deep bass sound | Precise, balanced and articulate Hi-Res sound reproduction with a great depth of soundstage. | Deep and detailed bass with High fidelity aptX and AAC streaming for compatible devices. |
| Driver | Custom Micro (model 140.1) | Custom Dynamic (model 380.1) | Custom Dynamic (model 560.1) | Custom Dynamic (model 380.1) |
| Frequency | 16 - 22,000 Hz. | 16 - 40,000 Hz. | 16 - 40,000 Hz. | 16 - 40,000 Hz. |
| Design | Compact | Aerophonic | Aerophonic | Aerophonic |
| Remote/Mic | 3-button, universal | 3-button for use with compatible Android devices | 3-button for use with compatible Apple devices | 3-button, universal |
| Construction | 6063 Grade Aluminium | 6063 Grade Aluminium | 303F Stainless Steel | 6063 Grade Aluminium |
| Cable | Dual Material 1.35m | Dual Material 1.35m Oxygen-Free Copper cable | Reinforced 1.35m Oxygen-Free Copper cable | Contoured SecureFlex Silicone Neck Band |
| 3 Year Warranty | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ear Tips | 5 Pairs - 5x Silicone (Dual Density / Double Flange) | 8 Pairs - 8x Silicone (Dual Density / Double Flange) | 10 Pairs - 8x Silicone (Dual Density / Double Flange) and 2x Comply Foam Tips | 10 Pairs - 8x Silicone (Dual Density / Double Flange) and 2x Comply Foam Tips |
| Accessories | Clothing Clip, Mesh Carry Case | Clothing Clip, Mesh Carry Case, Stainless Steel Ear Tip Holder | Clothing Clip, Premium Carry Case, Stainless Steel Ear Tip Holder | Cable Clip, Mesh Carry Case, Stainless Steel Ear Tip Holder |
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Too big for ear canal!
Too big to fit in my ear and im a big guy,never had this problem before.Even tried different inserts still no go.Buds constantly slip out ...very annoying.
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PABLO HIDALGO
Excelentes en relación calidad precio.
Reviewed in Mexico on March 7, 2019
Samuel Aguilar Martín
Gran calidad de sonido a precio reducido
Reviewed in Spain on April 11, 2020
Samuel Aguilar Martín
Reviewed in Spain on April 11, 2020
Actualmente tras 2 años de uso practicamente diario, y de un cuidado aceptable (siempre bien enrollados y en su funda), el auricular derecho ha empezado a fallar de repente, escuchandose bastante más bajo lo cual hace incomodo su uso.
Con todo esto recomiendo su compra sin dudarlo, aunque decir que probaré los Mi In-Ear Headphones Pro HD que tienen un precio similar y prometen un sonido mejor.
EDITO: Tras contactar directamente con el servicio técnico de RHA, al par de días me respondieron con una serie de pasos para revisar si el fallo era por suciedades internas (en el propio tubo del auricular). Para ello simplemente retiré ambas rejillas con cuidado (se pueden volver a poner), las limpie y soplé un poco en el interior.
Se ve que habría algo taponado, aunque simple vista parecían limpios, por que después volvieron a sonar ambos auriculares al sonido normal.
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Rahul Sivadas
Go for it if you have 2k
Reviewed in India on December 11, 2019
Rahul Sivadas
Reviewed in India on December 11, 2019
Now talking about the sound effects : highly well Balence with pretty nice and punchy good bass. (Idk why the guys are saying it's got less bass. Do they need only bass and no vocals or treble at all?).
I've owned cx180, cx275, a JBL ..... TBH this one has a step ahead of the sound of cx275 (which is god like) and the build quality is the best! There is also a clip provided along with carry pouch. I find it great use , even can clip the wire to my underwear to make sure it's not disturbing me.
Talking about wire quality:
It's not actually a plastic wire. It's some sort of fibre, which they claim tangle free. But it tangles pretty well if we'll mixed (like mixing sugar and water)
I don't know if they can withstand water splashes so.. can't know if they can be used in gym. Mic is wonderful.
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Isacco D.
Buone cuffie.
Reviewed in Italy on January 5, 2019
Isacco D.
Reviewed in Italy on January 5, 2019
Le caratteristiche che mi hanno colpito sono:
-cavo più lungo del solito, molto comodo
-cavo per metà ricoperto in tessuto, ottima sensazione al tatto e non si aggroviglia
-qualità audio impeccabile
-gommini in-ear comodi e soprattutto non si staccano (non si perdono!)
L'unica pecca del prodotto è che non è particolarmente insonorizzante..
Molto soddisfatto!
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