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SoundMAGIC E10C In Ear Isolating Earphones with Microphone Black Red
Last Updated: July 27, 2019 (Refresh Now)
7.4
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Sound Quality
156listen, earphones, build quality, sound quality, listening
+90%
-10%
" ... They picked up parts of the music I'd never heard before, despite having listened to the tracks a fair few times in the past. ... "
" ... Good sound for your average user . ... "
" ... The sound quality is nowhere near as good as the blurb suggests - but it hardly matters because you won't have them for more than a few months anyway. ... "
" ... The sound is expansive and rich. ... "
" ... I value good sound over most other things myself so if you're the same and aren't concerned with the volume too much i wouldn't even think twice. ... "
" ... Great sound but awful build quality. ... "
" ... I the sound quality is superb and i’ve even been unlucky enough to have put them through the washing machine a few times and they still sounded as good as they did before they went in the washing machine. ... "
" ... I use them for music and podcasts while walking outdoors and I get on with them extremely well. ... I'd read some positive reviews but I was still really surprised at how good the sound is for the price. ... There is enough quality of sound to make the most of being right in the ear: there is actually quite a clear, revealing sound. ... "
Price
79money, range, worth, point, value for money
+90%
-10%
" ... Very good value. ... "
" ... Great sound at a very reasonable price ... "
" ... Worth the price. ... "
" ... Good sound, durability and price. ... "
" ... Was slightly hesitant given the hefty price tag. ... "
" ... I couldn't justify paying another £150-£200 and looked round for a cheaper alternative. ... And a bit of a bargain at the price. ... "
" ... the headphones themselves are excellent, sound fantastic and are great value for money. ... "
" ... This is my Fourth pair i think, nothing else even compares at this price point. ... "
Headphones
78sound quality, headphone, headphones, ear, earphone
+78%
-22%
" ... These are more robust than the earlier sound magic headphones which were more plastic and delicate. ... "
" ... This headphones are what I have wanted. ... "
" ... Probably the longest I’ve owned a pair of headphones. ... "
" ... Best of all, they don't tangle like other earphones do. ... "
" ... As with most of these earbud type 'phones, the selection of the right silicone / foam earbud is vitally important - it was completely change the sound. ... "
" ... There is enough quality of sound to make the most of being right in the ear: there is actually quite a clear, revealing sound. ... "
" ... Verry good earbuds. ... "
" ... Best headphone upgrade for your galaxy S7 or S8 . ... "
Comfort
77ears, earphones, buds, tips, sound quality
+69%
-31%
" ... Sound quality is great but definately what you would expect for in-ear headphones as I am not normally a fan of this type of headphone. ... "
" ... I was looking for some in ear headphones with decent sound on a modest budget and I'm extremely happy with these. ... As a total package the sound quality is revealing with a lot of clarity, and extremely comfortable to listen to for long periods. ... "
" ... I wanted my new earphones to last longer and these look sturdy enough. ... "
" ... Very comfortable to use . ... "
" ... however, I also wear then under a motorcycle helmet and, held in place and not rubbing, they are an excellent piece of kit in every respect and I can't rate them highly enough, so, if you are thinking of buying, think how you will be using! ... "
" ... I would definitely recommend this product and it can go head to head with any super expensive in-ear headphone. ... "
" ... They work like the day I got them, the sound is clear and packs a punch without being bass heavy (like some Sony in ears and Panasonic in ears I had). ... "
" ... Very comfortable and sound better than my Phillips ones. ... "
Bass
58sound quality, treble, mids, punchy, highs
+90%
-10%
" ... Broad delineated soundscape with great tourqey and sub bass response with equally clean mids and highs. ... "
" ... I thought they were a little bass heavy when i first got them, but im used to them now. ... "
" ... Stereo imaging is superb with a clear midrange and lots of treble detail. ... Bass weight might not be enough for some but I like the dynamics of the low-end for jazz, rock & classical music. ... "
" ... Strong bass and very detailed tops and mids with a great frequency response (see pics for details). ... "
" ... Great headphones, very good sound and isolation (not noise cancellation) and rich bass. ... "
" ... The sound quality is good, maybe as good as the Sennheiser, build quality is definitely better, but the bass is weak, which is not such a problem for me, but might be for other people. ... "
" ... The sound quality is very good and clear but I can’t help but think the bass could have been better despite it being highly praised in numerous reviews. ... I have tried Sennheisers of a slightly lower price and have been equally impressed if not more due to their strong bass ... "
" ... So much more clarity and depth of sound, tight treble and lush bass too - oh and callers have commented on how much more clear phone calls sound too. ... "
Build Quality
47metal, broke, well made, tangling, case
+74%
-26%
" ... No problems with build quality so far. ... "
" ... I've had these headphones for over a year now and I'm not usually the best at looking after things - they are highly durable! ... "
" ... The build quality is excellent ... "
" ... Somehow they defy tangling with some kind of silicon coating, very cool. ... And the nifty little case is ideal for transporting and plenty sturdy. ... "
" ... The tangle free wires and small zip locked carry case are a huge bonus. ... "
" ... Also worth a mention is the great build quality (metal housings and really tough wiring). ... "
" ... Very good and durable ... "
" ... They appear well made. ... "
Product Reliability
45years, earphones, working, stopped working, lasted
+47%
-53%
" ... Left earphone started to get quieter after a month and has now just completely died. ... "
" ... Second pair which I've had trouble with straight out of the box. ... "
" ... Roughly 6 months into use, the headphones are very scuffed and bruised. ... "
" ... My spirit, My trust (broken) ... "
" ... Within a month the microphone stopped working with ALL apple devices - tried with 3 Iphones and 2 ipads. ... "
" ... Had two pairs in 6 months, not because they were so good because they're crap. ... "
" ... They lasted 2 months before one speaker packed up. ... I assume it's a policy the manufacturer's adopt so that customers have to keep buying more earphones every few months. ... "
" ... That is until, one day now in September where one of the earphones (right one) wasn't working! ... "
Cables
43tangle, jack, tangled, metal, earphones
+63%
-37%
" ... Very good quality however i do find the non tangle cable to be annoying as there is a kink in it that cant be taken out on one side. ... "
" ... The cables seem secure and the earpieces solid. ... "
" ... The wire is also fairly decent at staying untangled. ... "
" ... Cable doesn't tangle easily and whilst its a bit noisy when rubbed against it's perfectly acceptable considering how excellent all other aspects of these are. ... "
" ... the non tangle wire kinda works, better than non, non tangle, but yes the headphones can still get tangled, the neck strap part is just a couple of inches too short. ... "
" ... The wire also looks and feels very durable. ... "
" ... Sound quality is good and non-tangle cable makes it easier to untangle but not immune. ... "
" ... They seem very well made, though I haven't carried them about much yet, with metal earbuds and plug and a nice coating around the cable which I hope will last. ... "
Fit
41ears, ear, sound quality, fall, ear buds
+73%
-27%
" ... They come with lots of silicone tips and I still need to choose best fitting. ... "
" ... however, I also wear then under a motorcycle helmet and, held in place and not rubbing, they are an excellent piece of kit in every respect and I can't rate them highly enough, so, if you are thinking of buying, think how you will be using! ... "
" ... If you're looking for decently priced, well built, clear sounding headphones that don't turn into a massive tangle party in your pocket, these are for you. ... "
" ... They come with a number of sizes of earbuds, so you should find your perfect fit. ... "
" ... Sound really good (coming from an audio file) and fit well in your ears and comes with lots of different types of ear buds. ... "
" ... Good quality sound, slightly lacking in bass to my ears but I can never get a very snug fit regardless of which tips I use. ... "
" ... It's comfortable inside the ears, but the battery itself can sometimes hang down and cause discomfort when it's not clipped onto clothing ... "
" ... The headphones are great for the price, numerous silicone plugs to get a tight fit and a good quality hard case to store them in. ... "
For Running
32earphones, running, gym, walking, ears
+78%
-22%
" ... I really like this earphones, as I bought these to go running with. ... However I do find the controls on the side adds a bit of weight to the earphones, which I notice whilst I am running and it can cause an annoyance as it causes to swing like a pendulum. ... Only once did the silver clip at the back fall out whilst I was running as it kept catching my hair. ... "
" ... These headphones have been coming offshore with me for years now, and today seen their toughest test. ... "
" ... Probably the longest I’ve owned a pair of headphones. ... "
" ... I have been using these for about three months and, once I got used to the sound/ran them in, I have to say I really like these earphones very much. ... "
" ... I love these headphones for the durability and would recommend them for this feature for people who listen their music, chuck the earphones in your pocket until you next need them without ever worrying about if they'll be okay. ... "
" ... Very impressed with the fact these headphones do not tangle. ... "
" ... Long story short: really liked these pair of earphones! ... "
" ... Looking forward to running them in, for the sound to open up. ... "
Returns
16refund, replacement, returned, wish, returning
+6%
-94%
" ... Will be asking for a refund shortly ... "
" ... Had to return then, and can't trust this won't happen again based on their lack of QA, so won't re-order. ... "
" ... now I have to send this bad product back to get my money back. ... "
" ... Wish I could return them. ... "
" ... Seems impossible to get a refund or replacement from amazon. ... "
" ... so logically I have tried to find replacement (but unfortunately asked no one for advice). ... "
" ... I will dispose and try my luck with another ... "
" ... I wish I could return these. ... "
Design
16design, though, looks, well made, super
+81%
-19%
" ... well made and look good ... "
" ... - Build is great. ... "
" ... Lightweight, minimal, and look good ... "
" ... give them a nice look and feel and you can tell they are a well-made product. ... "
" ... Looks - good, not super super stylish but look good enough. ... "
" ... The design means they rarely get tangled. ... "
" ... These look the part, i went for blue ones. ... "
" ... My red pair look great too. ... "
Frequencies
15highs, bass, treble, vocals, lows
+87%
-13%
" ... The mids can be a little overpowered at time but they are far superior to any headphones that come with phones/ mp3 players in the box ... "
" ... Broad delineated soundscape with great tourqey and sub bass response with equally clean mids and highs. ... "
" ... These have surprisingly good clarity on all frequencies. ... "
" ... The sound quality is amazing, lots bass, relatively clear highs. ... "
" ... Stereo imaging is superb with a clear midrange and lots of treble detail. ... "
" ... Lovely sounding, treble is clear and bass is amazing for the price. ... "
" ... The treble is soft and subtle as well which is great because hard treble is my pet hate. ... "
" ... The mids are very nice although they aren't amazing, they're definitely rich enough to appreciate the representation of the music you're listening to. ... The highs are also good, although I do not listen to a ton of classical music. ... "
Earbuds
14buds, earbuds, ear pieces, bud, sound quality
+79%
-21%
" ... Putting the earbuds properly in the ear canals, as tight as possible, they provide a beter audio as compared with the K77. ... "
" ... £40 is a lot to pay for ear buds when you're a student, but the sound quality is worth it. ... "
" ... For a very reasonably priced ear bud these are great, the sound is rich and well balanced with a nice top end (not sounding thin or splashy). ... "
" ... They fit in the ear nicely and the box even contains a travel pouch and other sized ear buds. ... "
" ... Audio quality is quite good and the earphones are supplied with a variety of earbuds for all shapes and sizes of ear. ... "
" ... As with most of these earbud type 'phones, the selection of the right silicone / foam earbud is vitally important - it was completely change the sound. ... "
" ... Superb headphones for the money, replaced my old sennhieser in ear buds and these are better in every way. ... "
" ... Bit pricey but like most things you get what you pay for,Excellent sound quality and many extra ear buds to suit everyones ear ... "
Noise Cancellation
12cancelling, noise cancellation, isolation, external, sound quality
+100%
" ... I picked up a pair of these headphones to listen to music through my iPhone after I lost my £200+ active noise cancelling Bose “in ear”. ... These headphones are promoted as noise cancelling. ... More accurate would be noise limiting, there is no active cancelling, outside noise is minimised thanks to the snug fit of the earbuds. ... "
" ... Noise cancellation - very good, can't hear much external sounds when they're in and nearly no external sounds when music playing ... "
" ... The included tips are definitely good enough, but could always be upgraded to better noise isolation. ... "
" ... The work brilliantly at blocking out surrounding noise. ... "
" ... Great headphones, very good sound and isolation (not noise cancellation) and rich bass. ... "
" ... Really good noise cancellation too. ... "
" ... Although not active sound cancelling, the Isolation from external noise is very good. ... "
" ... The sound isolation is fantastic, so if you want to feel like you've gone deaf when listening to music I'd recommend these. ... "
Battery Life
11battery pack, long, clip, charge, good battery life
+64%
-36%
" ... Good battery life, durable. ... "
" ... Great sound quality - not sure why they ask about battery life when they don’t have batteries? ... "
" ... I'm expecting a good battery life, since the battery is cleverly made into a clip, and is reasonably large, and expecting them to run for a while before recharge. ... "
" ... Tiny, light, and long battery life. ... "
" ... Great sound, easy to connect, good battery life, only minor qualm is the battery pack but you get used to it. ... "
" ... Battery keep it up for a long time. ... "
" ... And the battery lasts so long! ... "
Controls
10volume, controls, control, remote, pause
+20%
-80%
" ... The control is fiddly and although it is quite large the actual buttons are very close together so not that easy to use. ... "
" ... To get the phone to even recognise them as earphones you appear to have to depress the middle button of the inline remote whilst simultaneously inserting the mini-plug every time you connect. ... The microphone does not work, and as previously stated, the remote buttons don't work at all. ... "
" ... -The mic buttons are very hard to use ... "
" ... This time, 2nd time, while I was listening the cable between the battery and control panel suddenly became hot. ... "
" ... None of the silicone eartips fit my ears and the inline volume control and mic don't work although the pause/play function does. ... "
Device Compatibility
10iphone, apple, microphone, devices, fine
+70%
-30%
" ... Replaced Apple iPhone standard headphones and produce better tones. ... "
" ... All the buttons work fine on both my Apple and Android devices. ... "
" ... Works with Android, Windows Mobile and Apple. ... "
" ... I have just ordered a portable amplifier to hopefully help my phone drive these beauties! ... "
" ... '( ) has done away with the switch entirely and automagically detects whether it is plugged into my iphone or android. ... "
" ... I use them both at work when in conference calls and when playing PS4. ... "
Charging
10charging, tried, earphones, usually, somehow
+30%
-70%
" ... recharging, rebooting, switching on and off. ... "
" ... After 1 year the headphones completely refused to charge. ... They still worked fine but they would not take any charge and are now completely unuseable. ... "
" ... Unfortunately this all came to an end sooner rather than later, inexplicably they now won't charge, I've tried a couple of different cables and sockets but after only three months they are now totally useless. ... "
" ... How the seller can charge over £40 for earphones that feel like you've bought them from Claire's Accessories is beyond me. ... "
" ... Charging was unreliable and they randomly connect to my phone and dialled the last number, a few times! ... "
" ... somehow one day it couldn't power on normally unless you connected the earphone with USB cable charging. ... This problem was solved somehow I probably left it for 1, 2 days then tried to recharge again. ... that part of cable was still hot, afterwhile I tried to power on but it couldn't, even I charged it for a long while and tried again, it had no response at all. ... "
Volume
9loud, max, listen, twice, sound quality
+67%
-33%
" ... I purchased these earphones a couple of weeks ago and having used them mostly during my daily commute (loud environments) i can say the following : ... Now, to sort of fight my own logic here, the volume they produce at max output is substantial enough for me but i feel limited as if i ever find myself needing more volume im sort of stuck. ... I value good sound over most other things myself so if you're the same and aren't concerned with the volume too much i wouldn't even think twice. ... "
" ... I listen nice and loud to and from work but very while at work. ... "
" ... You can crank up the volume without bothering those near to you and the sound quality is streets ahead of the Apple 'phones I thought were 'good'! ... "
" ... They’re pretty good at that and it means I can listen on a lower volume. ... "
" ... good for general use, extremely bad for the gym, sound quality is ok, volume is low. ... "
" ... Base volume is also better than expected and I never find the need to increase volume to the max. ... "
Call quality
9microphone, calls, mic, phone calls, voice
+56%
-44%
" ... can hear all the ranges nice and clear. ... "
" ... Riding in a bus was also a charm - don't hear people talking at all. ... "
" ... Sound is good but 5 months in and the mic has stopped working during Calls. ... "
" ... I use them both at work when in conference calls and when playing PS4. ... "
Marketplace
8refund, received, days
+63%
-38%
" ... Will update when they arrive. ... "
" ... exactly as described ... "
" ... I am not going to buy anything from amazon anymore. ... "
" ... You will struggle to find better value and you can buy through Amazon so can be sure you are buying genuine Sound Magic products. ... "
Bluetooth
8sound, years, wired, pair, long
+88%
-13%
" ... Finally plucked up the courage to go bluetooth having used SoundMAGIC’s previous wired E10 variants for years and I’ve been impressed. ... "
" ... The product itself is good, the sound is OK and the battery life is long compared to other models of bluetooth headphones but would not recommend due to these reliability/durability concerns. ... "
" ... Have used the non Bluetooth headphones from sound magic for a couple of years now so happy to upgrade to the bt pair. ... "
" ... I have cheaper bluetooth ones that sound better. ... "
For Travel
7travelling, travel, sized, neat, carry
+100%
" ... Included with the headphones is a neat little carry case, and a couple of very useful adaptors for airplane use. ... "
" ... This is the second pair of SoundMAGIC headphones I've owned (having lost the first on an airplane). ... The headphones come in a handy travel case with silicone eartips in a multitude of sizes. ... "
" ... nice sound and came in useful on my long flight to Vegas ... "
" ... They fit in the ear nicely and the box even contains a travel pouch and other sized ear buds. ... "
" ... But I wanted something pocket-sized for travelling so thought I'd try these. ... The comfort isn't tooooo bad - I've worn them for up to ~2hrs on flights. ... "
" ... Earphones are sold with a neat little carry case. ... Great addition for travelling. ... "
Remote
7remote control, microphone, iphone, compatible, buttons
+71%
-29%
" ... Remote works fine with my moto g6 play for music control and google assistant. ... "
" ... The SoundMAGIC earphones were a huge improvement and it was great that the remote control was compatible with the iPhone. ... "
" ... The microphone and little remote work great as well. ... "
" ... That being noted, there was no obvious degradation in sound quality and the remote control works as you would expect. ... "
" ... Sound excellent with my OnePlus 6 phone and the in-line remote is handy for volume etc. ... "
Size
7travelling, portable, carry, well made, sized
+100%
" ... Brilliant portable headphones. ... Handy carry case. ... "
" ... Lightweight, minimal, and look good ... "
" ... And the nifty little case is ideal for transporting and plenty sturdy. ... "
" ... But I wanted something pocket-sized for travelling so thought I'd try these. ... "
" ... Great addition for travelling. ... "
Software Platform
6iphone, devices, version, switch, fine
+67%
-33%
" ... All the buttons work fine on both my Apple and Android devices. ... "
" ... Works with Android, Windows Mobile and Apple. ... "
" ... Worked fine with android devices and PlayStation. ... "
Delivery
6earlier, delivery, delivered, days, received
+100%
" ... Delivered earlier than expected. ... "
" ... Outstanding for price, arrived before predicted date. ... "
" ... They were also with me 3 days earlier than expected! ... "
" ... Excellent early delivery ... "
Washing
5still, times, put, perfectly, went
+100%
" ... I the sound quality is superb and i’ve even been unlucky enough to have put them through the washing machine a few times and they still sounded as good as they did before they went in the washing machine. ... "
" ... They have been washed without knowing few times with cloths but no problem what so ever. ... "
" ... Mine have been through the washing machine and still work perfectly. ... "
" ... They have been all over the world and are my trusty companion, they have even been through a full wash cycle, yes a full wash cycle and still work perfectly! ... "
" ... I have put them into THE WASHING MACHINE . ... "
Cover
3carry, pouch, care, hard, ear
+67%
-33%
" ... Handy carry case. ... "
" ... The carry-pouch is a nice addition as well, not to mention the fact that it comes with multiple adjusting ear-cushions. ... "
Cable Length
3cable
+33%
-67%
" ... Very Short cable. ... "
" ... Only negative would be the cord, it's probably 6 inches too short ... "
Ports
3somehow, male, charging, cable, adapter
+33%
-67%
" ... Looks good, but an adapter needed for me for Samsung s7 just don't like these, I think the adapter is the weak link here. ... "
" ... somehow one day it couldn't power on normally unless you connected the earphone with USB cable charging. ... "
Storage
3well made, little
+67%
-33%
" ... And the nifty little case is ideal for transporting and plenty sturdy. ... "
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