Audio-Technica ATH-CKM50A In-Ear Headphones

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Direct diaphragm mount for precision audio reproduction. 12.5 mm rare-earth drivers. Includes pouch and S/M/L earpieces.

Audio-Technica's ATH-CKM50 in-ear headphones are equipped with a newly optimized direct diaphragm mount for increased fidelity and acoustic impact. Ideal for use with all audio sources, including MP3 and other portable players, they are supplied with small, medium and large interchangeable earpieces for a comfortable, custom fit.

Features
- Direct diaphragm mount for precision audio reproduction

- 12.5 mm rare-earth drivers

- 2 ft (0.6 m) cord with 3.3 ft (1.0 m) extension

- Gold-plated 3.5 mm stereo mini-plug

- Includes pouch and S/M/L earpieces

Specifications
Driver Diameter: 12.5 mm

Frequency Response: 5 - 24,000 Hz

Maximum Input Power: 200 mW

Sensitivity: 104 dB/mW at 1 kHz

Impedance: 16 ohms

Weight: 7 g (0.25 oz) without cable

Cable: 0.6 m (2 ft), Y-type

Connector: 3.5 mm (1/8 in.) mini stereo, gold-plated, iPhone compatible

Accessories Included: 1.0 m (3.3 ft) extension cord; pouch; interchangeable earpieces (S, M, L)

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 330-686-2600 x5000
Email: audio-solutions@atus.com

Submitted March 29, 2011

"Nice buds, poor cord design."

Overall: 4 out of 5 stars
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Sound
I really like these ear buds. I ordered a second pair when the price was right so I'd have a back-up. The only buds I've found that are on par with these, for the price, are the Klipsch Image S4 (which I also like, and perhaps sound marginally better). The cord on the Audio Technica's is a bit more robust than the Klipsch, though, so they are less prone to tangling. My only real gripe about the Audio Technicas is the LENGTH of the cord. It comes with a very short cord along with an extension. The short cord is SO SHORT that I pretty much have to use the extension ALL the time, which makes the cord both a bit too long AND bulky because there is now a connector in the middle of it. I appreciate what AT was trying to do here (very short cord for those using a player in an armband or shirt pocket) but in my opinion it would be a lot more useful to a lot more people if it simply included a longer standard cord.
Features
See above regarding cord length.
Quality
Plastic, but seems well-made. The cord is a decent thickness.
The Wow Factor
It's an ear bud. The red actually looks pretty cool.
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