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RHA’s TrueConnect 2 earbuds have longer battery life and ‘refined’ sound
RHA’s high-end planar magnetic earbuds sound incredible
Planar magnetic headphones don't use the magnet-and-coil driver typical to most cans. Instead, they use a fixed but flexible diaphragm that undulates to create sound. RHA is the first company to concentrate this technology into wireless earbuds (the...
The world’s first planar magnetic wireless earphones don’t come cheap
Planar magnetic headphones are the HiFi tech du jour via impressive (but pricey) recent models like the Blue Ella and Audeze Sine. Now, RHA has brought the tech down to a tiny new size with the CL2 Planar earphones. Not only are the buds very compact...
RHA MA600i & MA750i Headphones: Even More Bang For Your Buck
I’ve been using RHA headphones for about 6 months, and I have been pleasantly surprised by their performance. The RHA 450i Earphones are definitely on my recommend to buy list. RHA recently announced that they will release premium earphones in late August.
The MA600i is made from aircraft grade aluminum, and comes with 320.1 dynamic drivers. The MA750i earphones will be made from 303F stainless steel and feature handmade 560.1 dynamic drivers. They will also support over-ear cabling for those who uses these to work out. I usually loop them around my ears, but this will be a pleasant change.
Both of these headphones have a 3-button remote and built-in microphone. They will be available on the 28th of August, through the Apple Store, for $89.95(USD) for the RHA MA600i and $129.95 for the RHA 750i.
RHA MA-450i Earphones Review: Good Price, Great Sound
The cords on headphones and earbuds tend to break, especially if you use yours everyday – so I’ve become accustomed to buying new ones pretty frequently. These from RHA are a welcome surprise, as they have a durable cord design and I wasn’t expecting this kind of sound quality for such a modestly-priced pair.
Build from machined aluminum, the RHA MA-450i earphones have 10mm drivers with a frequency response of 16 Hz to 22,000 Hz. The earbuds are sound insulating, but without any active noise-cancellation technology. This isn’t really necessary because the earbuds hold in your ears well enough to isolate you from most external noise. They come with a mic and a remote, which will allow you to control music and take calls on an iPhone.
The reinforced braided fabric cord is also a nice surprise, because if you’re careful enough, you can keep your cords tangle-free. The cord is quite long, at 5′ (150cm). It’s long enough to go from my ears to the iPhone in my pocket, and still be able to use the iPhone without opening my coat, as I usually pass headphone cords under my jacket. I found this convenient, but if you prefer shorter cords, then these earphones won’t fit the bill. The earphones also include a set of seven different silicone ear-tips to ensure a snug fit in your ears.
The one thing that I was missed was a hard case for the earphones. They come with a soft carrying pouch, but I would have liked something sturdier.
My setup with a salvaged case from a pair of defunct Shure earphones
The MA-450i earphones are a worthwhile consideration for anyone needing a decent pair of earbuds. The sound quality is quite surprising. I compared them with the Beats Tour, which retail for $149.95, and I preferred the RHAs.
The RHA MA-450i earphones are available in black or white for $49.95 from the Apple Store.
RHA SA950i On-ear Headphones
RHA will release the new SA950i on-ear headphones. These headphones feature a pair of 40mm titanium-coated drivers and an “Apple specific” three button in-line remote. The RHA SA950i on-ear headphones are made primarily from glossy black plastic with metal accents. RHA will launch the SA950i on-ear headphones at the end of October 2012 for $60. [Digital Trends]
RHA MA450i Noise Isolating In-ear Headphones With Mic
Apple Store has started selling the RHA MA450i noise isolating in-ear headphones. Made from aircraft-grade aluminum, these headphones feature an in-line controls and microphone so you can take calls on your iPhone, and select music on your iPod or iPad. The RHA MA450i noise isolating in-ear headphones also have a reinforced copper cable with fabric braiding to reduce tangles. These headphones also provide a choice of seven sizes of uniquely shaped high-grade silicone earbuds. The RHA MA450i noise isolating in-ear headphones retail for £39.95 ($64). [Apple Store]