Ultimate Ears super.fi 4 headphones
Manufacturer: Logitech Part number: IP-P4SSA0001-02
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- The Ultimate Ears Super.fi 4 earphones offer a stylish design, clean audio quality, and some useful extras, but the largish aperture might cause some fit and comfort issues for certain users.
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CNET editors' review
Ultimate Ears super.fi 4 headphones price range: $92.99 - $149.99
- Reviewed by: Jasmine France
- Reviewed on: 07/09/2008
The good: The Ultimate Ears Super.fi 4 earphones offer clear sound and good noise isolation for those who can get a proper fit. They also feature a sleek, low-profile design and include a case and other handy accessories.
The bad: The Ultimate Ears Super.fi 4 earphones won't fit all users, and the large aperture can cause discomfort during wear.
The bottom line: The Ultimate Ears Super.fi 4 earphones offer a stylish design, clean audio quality, and some useful extras, but the largish aperture might cause some fit and comfort issues for certain users.
Ultimate Ears has been a familiar name to musicians and other audio professionals for a decade, but the company has gained quite a following with its consumer line as well. Earphones in its Metro.fi, Super.fi, and Triple.fi lines range in affordability and scale nicely from discerning listeners to audiophiles. Falling in toward the middle of the bottom is the $129 Super.fi 4, a stylish, low-profile set that comes with a reasonable array of accessories. The earphones offer some of the clearest audio we've come across, but getting a secure and comfortable fit is a challenge for some users.
Upon first laying eyes on the Super.fi 4 earphones, we were immediately smitten with the sleek and compact design. The earpieces are admirably small and are encased out in a blue-tinged metallic housing. However, the apertures are relatively large and cause some discomfort for the small-eared among us. Ultimate Ears includes a variety of silicone ear tips, but achieving a proper seal with the ear can be a challenge--we would welcome a foam option. It would also be nice if the earpieces were detachable from the cord, as with other Super.fi models. The cable measures about 46-inches long and is all black. A slider where the Y meets helps to prevent tangles when the headphones aren't in use.
The Ultimate Ears Super.fi 4 earphones are capable of delivering excellent audio quality--if you can get a proper fit. If not, music has a distinctly anemic quality. However, anyone who can get a seal with the ear will be rewarded with impressively clear and even sound. Bass is understated, but still present and tight, and mids are warm and encompassing. High-end response is particularly good, with shimmery acoustics and sparkling details. Even given the potential fit and comfort issues, the Super.fi 4 earphones live up to the company's reputation of providing high-quality products. These 'buds are a worthwhile consideration in the $125 range.
User reviews
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Good all round headphones
by AshleyinBalt on August 13, 2008
Pros: - Fit is good.
- Sound isolation very good.
- Slim design.
- Thick wire.
- Low profile in ear.
- Stay in ear when exercising.Cons: - Hard to tell L from R because the lable is extreamly small.
- A little expensive but they are worth it.Summary: The sound quality is good but I haven't noticed a significant difference over other headphones. Some of the other pluses of these headphones push them ahead of others that ...
Summary: The sound quality is good but I haven't noticed a significant difference over other headphones. Some of the other pluses of these headphones push them ahead of others that I've tried. Some thought has been put into these, you can tell. They are put together with quality parts, the case is aluminum so they are strong and light. The cables are thicker than other in-ear headphones I've owned. To me that's a nice touch. Thin wires make noise when you touch them. These make no noise.
The sound isolation is very good. Whether I'm at the gym (where they play their own music) or on my motorcycle the sound isolation is the best I've had. Because of the sound isolation they sound better than other headphones but in quiet places I don't hear a significant sound improvement. The sound is good all around. Good base but not too much.
The fit is also very good. I disagree with the CNET review on this. I have small ears and have had trouble getting other in-ear headphones to fit. I used the smallest size and they fit pretty well. They don't come out easily which is nice. I've worn them for extended periods and there is no discomfort. The rubber is soft and they come with about four sizes.
I bought them online. If you shop around you can get them a lot cheaper than listed in the review. I still think they are a little expensive. No major complaints. I would recommend these especially if you are into sports or motorcycles.2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Good sound, but fragile
by Onerimeuse on March 31, 2009
Pros: Great sound. The best bet is to pick up some comply in ear covers, because they will addapt to various ear shapes.
Cons: Fragile. I had mine roughly 48 hours before the part if the wire connecting to the headphone jack became dislodged through basic day to day use.
Summary: UE manages to make the best sounding headphones I've ever allowed myself to buy. I had a set of UE 3s a few years back, and loved them until ...
Summary: UE manages to make the best sounding headphones I've ever allowed myself to buy. I had a set of UE 3s a few years back, and loved them until I lost them. It's a shame the same love and commitment to desiging a truly quality product didn't translate into this model. This being said, there's always the possibility I have a lemon.
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Love them, sound is good.
by xfolium on March 14, 2009
Pros: I have a s2000 convertible, At speed it vary road noise is high, these bud's isolate road noise to a point that make my drive vary comfortable. the low profile allow's me to use them with my motorcycle lid. There great, wish they had more bass.
Cons: Bass is what I like, but I can live with out bose type bass. for sound I like denon. but there larger. I use my buds with my phone, you can get them with a mic. bose and denon do not.
Summary: Good product nice finish, good sound. If I lost them, yes I would get them again.
Summary: Good product nice finish, good sound. If I lost them, yes I would get them again.
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Not bad phones for HUGE ears!!
by jasamaha on October 26, 2008
Pros: nice aluminum out side seem solid
pretty good sound qualityCons: HUGE even the smallest size wont fit in my ears ive never had any sort of problems with other headphones in this way the foam tips are great but wont last long...
Summary: If they came with some decent tips these would be some decent headphones unfortunately unless you have large ears nope.
Summary: If they came with some decent tips these would be some decent headphones unfortunately unless you have large ears nope.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Logitech
- Part number: IP-P4SSA0001-02
- Description: The super.fi 4 incorporates the same speaker technology and sound signatures used in Ultimate Ears custom personal monitors, featuring detailed bass with crisp and clean mids and highs. In addition, the noise isolating design reduces ambient interference and enhances sound quality. The ultra compact and lightweight aluminum housing makes for a comfortable fit and is perfect for the active, fashion minded consumer.
General
- Product Type Headphones
- Weight 0.5 oz
- Color Gun metal silver
- Additional Features Gold-plated plug
Headphones
- Headphones Type Headphones - Binaural
- Headphones Form Factor In-ear ear-bud
- Headphones Technology Balanced armature
- Connectivity Technology Wired
- Sound Output Mode Stereo
- Response Bandwidth 20 - 15000 Hz
- Sensitivity 105 dB/mW
- Impedance 29 Ohm
- Headphones Ear Pads Included
Connections
- Connector Type 1 x Headphones ( Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm )
Miscellaneous
- Cables Included 1 x Headphones cable - 4 ft
- Included Accessories Ear-buds, Carrying case, Headphone attenuator
- Compliant Standards CE
Power
- Power Device None
- Battery None
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 2 years warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 2 years
Manufacturer info
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- Website: http://www.logitech.com/
- Address:
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