Aside from its different form/function/price are there any sound quality difference between the three versions of these earphones?
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I didn't try each of them out. But I assume that for an average consumer it wouldn't make a huge difference.
921888
I've only used the one-button remote version. But I would presume that they sound the same, for all the versions.
921889
The sound quality should be the same for all three versions. The difference is that buying the android version for an android, or the iphone version for an iphone will give you a nifty volume slider and a play/pause button. So if all you're really looking for is the sound quality, I'd go for the cheaper ones. Ya feel me, homie?
833578
OE2 version is on ear, AE2 is around ear. The AE2 version (in my experience) leaks much less sound and has better passive noise cancellation than the OE2 model.
1886947
In my opinion they are identical in terms of sound. The flat cords seem less fragile and tangle less. In my mind that is an improvement in terms of usability. I bought them to use with my phone. I still use the S4's with my mp3 player. If S4's are still working and you do not need the phone function there is no reason to upgrade other than the cords but that I do not think that is worth it. Best if luck.
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Several Head-Fi'ers have asked AKG representatives about the reported differences in sound response. There is officially currently none whatsoever. According to the representatives, the only difference is in badging and any differences seen in graphed results and heard in listening sessions are merely because of positioning during testing and manufacturing variation. Due to the rather large, angled earpads, the Q/K70X's sound response can experience variations of 10 decibels or more in some areas from extremely slight changes in positioning. In fact, a cited common problem among users is that many of them extend the headphones very far down and forward on their cheeks, which results in a boring, undynamic sound. Now, having said all this, this is not to say there is not a difference between the vintage, first generation crop of K701 when it first came out and the newer Q701 and K701/2 that are currently in production. As a matter of fact, many users have reported that the grit in the older K701 is there no more in the newer models.
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After some light research, it appears that the different model numbers indicate what color the earbuds are. Specs appear to be the same with both part numbers. They may be made in different years as well however, if this is the case, the specs did not change from one year to the next; at least not until the newer model was released.
2105001
Hi,I just checked the Skullcand site and I didn't see any diference. I think they are the same. You just can't customize it.Hope it helps.
1095685
I currently use these headphones and have tried some of my friends "fancy" ones. And i have never heard a difference.
602398
The plug in attachment is different,and the quality of headset varies a lot as well as the price,personally I like audio technica headsets.
317879
Have not tried the other 2, but I will say Shure makes really quality stuff. I used to think Sennheiser was on top of everything but they moved so much of there production outside of Europe, it has not been as good. Wish I could help you out further.
411964
I'm not sure I noticed that difference, ans I too had the original. The only gripe I have with the new one is that they tried ti get too cute with the Street2 and add a bass boost that cannot be turned off. I liked the sound of the original better allowing me to adjust the equalization at the source.
1087739
The only difference is size. Sound projection/volume is all based on the player.
207762
The flight version is newer and less expensive. Other than that, the specs appear to be identical. These are great headphones with good sound and long battery life. I can hardly hear my wife when I use them :)
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I have never done a side by side comparison of the two but based on the specifications of each model it's safe to say that the differences would be noticeable. The 225i's are, in my opinion, the single best headphone you can purchase without having to purchase a headphone amplifier. They have a bit more bass than the 225i's yet retain the mid/high soundstage that is so typical of Grado. The upgrade will be in vocals and bass.Basically, I absolutely think it's worth the extra coinage to purchase the 225i's.
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Thanks Brent...The only big differences I could tell were some of the extras in the packaging and differences in the ear cuff construction.But they seemed to be the same setup otherwise.I went ahead and bought the 428s since, like you mentioned, they were at a price I couldn't pass up.Thanks for the assist!
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Since I have both and tried them out, they are the same thing (regarding the sound quality). the only difference as you said is the mic.
1383274
Sorry I have not compared them.I was not as impressed as I expected to be. There are nice features like talk through button so if a flight attendant asks a question dont Ned to take headphone off. And the fact that if batery goes flat it still works as regular headphone but the Bose QC 15 us actually better on noise reduction
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All the way! The sound quality is totally different....it's excellent (especially when compared vs. intensity). I upgraded them and was the best decision.