Typical price: £250
What is it: Sound-isolating earphone with dual armatures
What we think: One of the clearest earphones we've ever heard, but lacking warmth and deep bass
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 9 October 2008
Tags: Audio Technica, Audio Technica CK10, portable, headphones, sound-isolating earphones
We like:
Airy sound quality; ruthlessly detailed treble; clear mid-range; small and comfortable; decent sound-isolation
We don't like:
Bass will be underpowered for some; lacks warmth; expensive
Also known as:
ATHCK10
You might also need:
3.5mm-to-6.3mm adaptor
CNET UK judgement:
Clarity and sonic detail are the defining factors of the CK10s, and if this is something you're been looking for, you'll definitely miss out on a treat if you pass over this model
Full review:
At £249 the Audio Technica ATH-CK10s are not expensive for home headphones, but they are at the top end for portable earphones. As such, they immediately draw comparison to some of the best in their league from Shure, Denon, Ultimate Ears and Etymotic. Continue Reading...
Audio Technica CK10 History
29 Sep 2008 in Crave
Photos: Ears-on with the Audio Technica ATH-CK10 earphones
We've got the Audio Technica ATH-CK10s in the house and if you've got £250 to spend on earphones, this might be a report you want to read
8 May 2008 in Crave
Audio Technica CK10 earphones: The drivers of your life
Audio Technica's new CK10 earphones offer two drivers inside each tiny earphone. Is better-sounding music enough to convince you to auction your child? We think it might be
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