All Digital Product Reviews: Klipsch IMAGE S4 In-Ear Enhanced Bass Noise-Isolating Headphones
What is Good And Bad about Klipsch IMAGE S4 In-Ear Enhanced Bass Noise-Isolating Headphones
These headphones work well with my Samsung Droid Charge and my Cowon iAudio music player. I will summarize my week's worth of experience with these headphones with the obligatory list of pros and cons.
Good Things:
* To me, the sound quality is very good. I purchased the Image S4A's to replace an old pair of Sennheiser canal headphones (I don't remember the model) that finally died on me, and these seem to have a clearer sound than my Sennheisers did. I realize that sound is a very subjective thing. For more exhaustive descriptions of the sound quality, you can refer to the copious reviews of the Klipsch IMAGE S4 In-Ear Enhanced Bass Noise-Isolating Headphones (Black).
* App and phone call control works with my Samsung Droid Charge using the Klipsch control software. See my comments below for app control limitations.
* Comfort is good with these. The oval-shaped eartips are nice. I can wear them for hours without them bothering my ears.
* Noise isolation is also fairly good, though those of you who may be new to canal phones will need to get used to hearing the seemingly amplified sounds of yourself breathe, chew, etc. with these on (similar to how you hear sounds when you plug your ears).
* Works well as a headset. Callers on the other end cannot tell when I am using the headset functionality.
Bad Things:
* The microphonics issues with these headphones are very pronounced. These are the sounds you hear when something bumps or rubs against the chord. I have experienced this in varying degrees with other canal headphones, but it is worse with these than any of the other headphones I have used. Some suggest using the included clip to fasten the chord to a pocket, collar, or tie to prevent it from moving around and bumping things. This does help somewhat, but it's still an issue. I almost returned them for this reason, but I am normally stationary when using the headphones and the sound quality combined with the fact that they work with my Android phone as a headset helped to convince me to keep them. If you are fairly stationary or have decent control of the chord while you are listening to music, it shouldn't be a horrible issue for you. But I wouldn't recommend these for someone who is constantly using these on the go unless you turn the volume up loud enough to cover the chord bump noises (which would not be safe for your precious ears!).
* When using the button to control a music or radio app on my phone, there is about a two second delay between the button press and the action being taken in the software.
* When the Klipsch control software is set up, it requires you to select a default music app. In my experience, this is the only app that the button control with work with (other than phone call control). For example, I have mine set up to work with TuneIn Radio Pro, but if I am listening to another music player app and press the button to pause the music, instead of pausing it starts the TuneIn Radio Pro app. It would be nice if it worked with whatever app is currently in use, but I understand the limitation when multitasking is possible.
* Due to the nature of the headphones being the canal type that seal out noise when in the ear, when using them as a headset to talk on the phone, your own voice sounds loud and muffled. Again, it sounds like talking while plugging your ears. Your own voice is not heard through the headphones' speakers. It would be nice your voice was also heard through the headphones to alleviate the odd sensation. I take the left headphone out when I am on the phone so I can hear my voice better and avoid speaking too loudly.
* The plug-in jack is straight. A 90 degree bend would be preferable to be more compact and prevent damage to the jack.
* This cable splits into two equal length cords that are attached to the headphones. I prefer the style where the cords are different lengths and the longer one can be placed around the back of the neck so the headphones can hang around the neck while not in use, but I realize I might be in the minority on this personal preference.
Other Things:
* I have what I would consider to be normal size ears, and I have to use the largest included eartips. Those with large ears might have difficulty getting the seal required to obtain the best sound.
While I have gone on longer about the negatives than the positives, other than the microphonics issues, I am very happy with these headphones.
Tags: Samsung Droid Charge and my Cowon iAudio music player,Samsung Droid Charge using the Klipsch control software,Klipsch IMAGE S4 In-Ear Enhanced Bass Noise-Isolating Headphones
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| Klipsch IMAGE S4 |
- Earbud design
With an angled nozzle directs sound into the ear for deep bass and extended frequency response. 4 soft, flexible oval ear tips (small, medium, small/medium and large) for a comfortable fit in your ear canals. - Moving coil driver
Delivers brilliant sound. Tuned bass-reflex woofer system delivers enhanced bass. - Noise-isolating design
Reduces background noise for clear audio. - Durable, built-in strain relief
Keeps you comfortable while you listen to your favorite tunes. - Works with Apple® iPod® and iPhone
For wide-ranging compatibility.
What is Good And Bad about Klipsch IMAGE S4 In-Ear Enhanced Bass Noise-Isolating Headphones
These headphones work well with my Samsung Droid Charge and my Cowon iAudio music player. I will summarize my week's worth of experience with these headphones with the obligatory list of pros and cons.
Good Things:
* To me, the sound quality is very good. I purchased the Image S4A's to replace an old pair of Sennheiser canal headphones (I don't remember the model) that finally died on me, and these seem to have a clearer sound than my Sennheisers did. I realize that sound is a very subjective thing. For more exhaustive descriptions of the sound quality, you can refer to the copious reviews of the Klipsch IMAGE S4 In-Ear Enhanced Bass Noise-Isolating Headphones (Black).
* App and phone call control works with my Samsung Droid Charge using the Klipsch control software. See my comments below for app control limitations.
* Comfort is good with these. The oval-shaped eartips are nice. I can wear them for hours without them bothering my ears.
* Noise isolation is also fairly good, though those of you who may be new to canal phones will need to get used to hearing the seemingly amplified sounds of yourself breathe, chew, etc. with these on (similar to how you hear sounds when you plug your ears).
* Works well as a headset. Callers on the other end cannot tell when I am using the headset functionality.
Bad Things:
* The microphonics issues with these headphones are very pronounced. These are the sounds you hear when something bumps or rubs against the chord. I have experienced this in varying degrees with other canal headphones, but it is worse with these than any of the other headphones I have used. Some suggest using the included clip to fasten the chord to a pocket, collar, or tie to prevent it from moving around and bumping things. This does help somewhat, but it's still an issue. I almost returned them for this reason, but I am normally stationary when using the headphones and the sound quality combined with the fact that they work with my Android phone as a headset helped to convince me to keep them. If you are fairly stationary or have decent control of the chord while you are listening to music, it shouldn't be a horrible issue for you. But I wouldn't recommend these for someone who is constantly using these on the go unless you turn the volume up loud enough to cover the chord bump noises (which would not be safe for your precious ears!).
* When using the button to control a music or radio app on my phone, there is about a two second delay between the button press and the action being taken in the software.
* When the Klipsch control software is set up, it requires you to select a default music app. In my experience, this is the only app that the button control with work with (other than phone call control). For example, I have mine set up to work with TuneIn Radio Pro, but if I am listening to another music player app and press the button to pause the music, instead of pausing it starts the TuneIn Radio Pro app. It would be nice if it worked with whatever app is currently in use, but I understand the limitation when multitasking is possible.
* Due to the nature of the headphones being the canal type that seal out noise when in the ear, when using them as a headset to talk on the phone, your own voice sounds loud and muffled. Again, it sounds like talking while plugging your ears. Your own voice is not heard through the headphones' speakers. It would be nice your voice was also heard through the headphones to alleviate the odd sensation. I take the left headphone out when I am on the phone so I can hear my voice better and avoid speaking too loudly.
* The plug-in jack is straight. A 90 degree bend would be preferable to be more compact and prevent damage to the jack.
* This cable splits into two equal length cords that are attached to the headphones. I prefer the style where the cords are different lengths and the longer one can be placed around the back of the neck so the headphones can hang around the neck while not in use, but I realize I might be in the minority on this personal preference.
Other Things:
* I have what I would consider to be normal size ears, and I have to use the largest included eartips. Those with large ears might have difficulty getting the seal required to obtain the best sound.
While I have gone on longer about the negatives than the positives, other than the microphonics issues, I am very happy with these headphones.
Tags: Samsung Droid Charge and my Cowon iAudio music player,Samsung Droid Charge using the Klipsch control software,Klipsch IMAGE S4 In-Ear Enhanced Bass Noise-Isolating Headphones
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