Product Description
In-ear design forms an acoustic seal that achieves outstanding sound isolation, blocking background noise, preventing sound leakage and allowing for increased fidelity at lower volume levelsTitanium construction for durabilityIdeal for use with all audio sources11mm drivers with rare-earth neodymium magnets deliver deep bass and extended trebleIncludes 1.2m Y-cable, interchangeable ear peices S,M,L and carrying pouch
Customer Reviews:
Amazing sound quality; Excellent purchase........2007-11-02
These are my first pair of mid-range in-ear headphones. They are simply amazing. They sound beautiful. The bass and treble is well balanced, and the higher frequency is very clear. I hear more detail in the music than I ever heard before in headphones or speaker systems. They are extremely low impedance, which means you can get very high volume even on devices without a strong output signal. Using my iPod I never have to put it at higher than 1/2 volume. This is nice for those podcasts which are recorded at too low of a volume.
They are surprisingly comfortable for silicone tipped earphones. I once used some low-end in-ear headphones and they really hurt my ears. They created a weird sort of pressure in my ear. These do not create that pressure, so it doesn't make your ears pop when you take them in and out. I think this is probably true of most mid-range in-ear headphones.
The sound isolation isn't perfect, though decent isolation can be obtained by placing the earphones deeper in the canal. Most of the time I don't worry about really mashing them deep in my ear because I am not often in a noisy environment. In fact, for me, one of the main advantages of these earphones over headphones is the ability to listen to them at my own volume without disturbing others at the campus library.
They are very well built. I like the cord being a little thicker because I have had problems with cords getting frayed and losing quality or functionality. The Y-style cord is much more comfortable than the J- or other style cords because it places the weight of the cord equally on both ears. It also makes it easier to take them on and off since you can just as easily put either earphone in first. There is a little piece of plastic that slides up under your chin that allows you to adjust where the cord splits. This is sometimes helpful in achieving a snug cord configuration. Also, I usually wrap the cord around behind my ears so I don't hear the sound of the cord rustling. Some people really hate the cord rustling aspect of in-ear headphones, but I don't really notice it once I have wrapped the cord behind my ears. The cord is plenty long enough to do that.
If this is your first time purchasing in-ear headphones, however, you should be aware of a few things. They are not as convenient in situations where you have to take the earphones out and put them back in frequently. They do plug your ears, so you are subject to the same kind of under water feeling as when wearing ear plugs. This makes them less convenient if you are moving around a lot: You can hear the thumping of your own feet when wearing them as you walk around. Also, I don't like wearing them walking around on campus because people talk to me and I have no idea what they are saying. Taking them in and out to be polite gets to be a hassle, so I usually wear my Sennheiser PX-100s when out and about, unless there is some noise to avoid. Taking them in and out excessively also did start to bother my ears a little. I haven't noticed this as much any more, however, and I think my ears have sort of adjusted. I am suspicious that foam technologies are probably better in this aspect. My brother has Etymotic Research (6i I think?) and they seem to be a little more comfortable in that regard.
Overall I am very pleased. I listen to a wide genre of music, podcasts, video, etc., and have found these to be great for all of them. I keep them in my pocket wherever I go and they are perfect to pull out whenever some noisy distraction like a crying child arises. I hate when I am trying to study somewhere and the noise distracts me, so these are perfect for that.
I did read a lot of reviews created by audiophiles but didn't see these listed. That made me a little leery to buy them at first. I noticed however that Audio Technica has a very positive reputation in the audio industry even if they don't seem to have captured a large market in the west for their in-ear headphones. This is surprising to me as their headphones really are amazing. If you are fortunate enough to have come across this page, consider yourself very lucky to have stumbled upon a real treasure. Give them a try; you won't be disappointed. Audio Technica is a Japanese company and the headphones are manufactured in Japan, which is obvious by its packaging.
The absolute BEST canalphones around!.......2007-07-09
I have owned the CK7 (which is made in Japan!) for about a year now and I am still blown away each time I use them. I have owned about 20-30 other canalphones and the CK7 is my absolute favorite. The highs are sparkly and beautiful, the midrange presence is fantastic, and the bass has great impact without being "boomy" or overwhelming. These are fast little canalphones and are great for rock or metal since they can keep up with a double bass. I also use them to listen to Jazz and classical music. On a high quality recording you can even make out the impact of the piano keys or the fingers strumming the guitar strings. Wind instruments have a fantastic airy quality, usually only found on far more expensive headphones or speakers.
The CK7 comes in a beautiful titanium housing that looks great and really protects the delicate drivers inside. I take good care of my electronics but they still tend to get tossed around since I use them almost every day. The CK7 has held up extremely well and looks as good as new.
Also of note is that the CK7 has a "Y" shaped cord unlike the "J" cord which is popular with manufacturers these days but generally not with consumers.
All in all anyone looking for an amazing pair of earphones with fantastic sound and decent isolation should check these out. You will not be disappointed.
Just note that directly out of the box the CK7 can sound a bit harsh or shrill. Give them some time. The drivers need to be burned in, and after a few days of use they will really come into their own. You may want to let them play overnight before using them the first time.
Excellent Earphones.......2007-04-18
I've owned these earphones for about 3 weeks now, and they're quite nice. They dont have that artificially colored bass sound you'd normally get with some IEM's. The sound is flat, and seem to represent the range of sound, as they should. Bass is there, but not overbearing, unless of course the music intends it, i.e. Pop, Electronic. The highs are crisp and clear. They are very comfortable and I have fallen asleep with them many times so far. Sound great with the 80GB IPOD. However, you need to turn the volume up rather high. An educated guess is, you'd benefit from an headphone amplifier.
The best earbuds around.......2007-04-10
I'm somewhat of a headphone fan, and have amassed a few nice premium headphones, but I picked up a set of these on a whim when I was travelling abroad. I have owned IEM (in ear monitor) $200 headphone models from Shure, Etymotic Research, and currently use a very nice set of AKG K701 reference headphone for my home use. But I was looking for something good but still fun sounding for my portable use. I have used popular earbuds like the Sony EX70/EX71, but I wanted something good sounding and easier to use than standard IEM models
The ATH-CK7 is a premium earbud with some passive noise isolation (they isolate a bit of noise and leak less but without using a powered noise cancellation circuits. They basically seal into your ear opening and stay in your ear by a tight fit. You get three different sizes of rubber tips that you can use to find the right combination of comfort and sound quality. At first when I tried these earbuds, the sound was horrible, very harsh, no bass and vocals sounded garish. After some experimentation, I was able to get a better seal and the sound improved substantially. It still wasn't the best and I was mildly disappointed. I look on Audio Technica's site and noticed that the picture showed the headphones in the ear with the cable protruding forward instead of hanging down, and I tried this in my own ear. The sound was much better, but it took a bit more effort to put it into my ear and get a good seal.
So as far as ease of use, I would say that these earphones are a bit hard to use for me, as I have to really take some time to make sure they are fitted and sealed into my ear. Once I do so, the sound is nice.
As far as the sound quality, I'm really happy with these. Good tight detailed bass, but with still nice punch. Clear distinct vocals with lots of detail. Highs can get a bit much sometimes, but the highs sound detailed with good articulation, and never really harsh. Again, this is only after you get a good seal. Soundstaging quality, like most other earphones, suffers from the "all the music in your head" syndrome, but the good instrument separation makes it less annoying. They have some noise isolation but are not as good as the professional models from Shure or Ultimate Ears using foam tips or triple flange tips in that respect. All in all, these are a good compromise between the neutral sounding professional quality IEM's and the basshead models like the Sony EX71. Overall, their sound quality is more about "clarity" than outright "shake down the house"
You get a vinyl pouch to store these which don't really protect the headphones against damage except for keeping the dust and moisture off them. The cables look average, fairly thin. Hopefully these will last a long time. The body of these headphones is thick and bulky and have a lot of heft to them. As you are handling them, and they are knocking around, you hear a distinct thud/clanking from the solid Titanium body. These headphones feel solid.
I'd rank these at the top of the under $100 earbuds I've heard, and I actually prefer these to all other IEMs except the triple driver models from Ultimate Ears. My Etymotic ER6i, ER4S are collecting dust as I prefer these for everyday use (The Etymotic ones are great for air travel as they do isolate more). As for the popular earbuds, I'd rank the quality of sound in the following order:
1. Audio Technica CK7
2. Sony EX90
3. Panasonic HJE70
The Sony EX90 are good too but they hardly isolate, but they are a lot more comfortable as a result.
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Design to fit perfectly for your machine
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Case covers the unit to prevent scratches and bumps
Screen protector included
There are open space for Screen, ClickWheel, headphone, hold button, USB port and others, you can easy access it without removing the case
The case is Aluminium and with high quality . There is a foam layer inside so your machine can be protected.
One Lanyard is included .
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