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Product Strengths
- Cohesive, natural sound signature is delivered.
- Great sound customization is available via the Noble FoKus app.
- Good battery life is featured.
- Striking aesthetic design includes a crimson red colorway and celluloid faceplates.
- Stable connectivity and low-latency playback are provided thanks to Qualcomm’s QCC3091 chip and Bluetooth 5.4.
Product Considerations
- ANC performance is just okay compared to mainstream options.
- The charging case is relatively bulky.
- The default sound signature may be overly warm for some users without EQ.
- The touch controls can be finicky and less sensitive.
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Vs Noble FoKus Rex5: Amadeus offers about 80% of the Rex5's performance at a lower price, with similar features but slightly less technical capability.
- Vs Sony WF-1000XM5 and Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3: Amadeus has better audio performance, but sacrifices ANC performance compared to these mainstream options.
Takeaway: The Noble FoKus Amadeus are great earbuds for anyone who values sound quality and enjoys customizing their listening experience with EQ. They offer a unique design and long battery life, making them a solid choice for audiophiles on the go.
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Manufacturer details
- Driver: 8.3mm custom triple-layer diaphragm
- Frequency response: 20Hz – 20kHz
- Sensitivity: 113 ± 2dB at 1kHz
- Impedance: 37 Ohm
- Output power: 3mW
- Chipset: Qualcomm QCC3091
- Bluetooth: Version 5.4
- Audio codecs: SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive, LDAC
- Battery (earbuds): 65mAh
- Battery (case): 500mAh
- Playback time: 8–12 hours earbuds, up to 42 hours total
- Charging time: 90 minutes earbuds, 120 minutes case
- Quick charge: 10 minutes = 2 hours playback
Brand highlights
Taking a step back to look at reviewers' thoughts of the brand's entire lineup—not just this product—what stands out most is the following:
- Noble’s product line features custom-built balanced armature drivers, meaning they are engineered specifically for their IEMs rather than using off-the-shelf components.
- They use a unique hybrid driver configurations in their IEMs, such as their "quadbrid" design that incorporates dynamic, balanced armature, electrostatic, and bone conduction drivers within a single product.
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Noble FoKus Rex5
- Positioning: A wireless in-ear model designed for users seeking personalized sound with high portability.
- Description: Features a hybrid five-driver configuration and Audiodo sound personalization that tailors audio based on individual hearing, providing a dynamic and adaptive listening experience. Compared to the wired and over-ear models in the lineup, it offers wireless convenience at a lower price point, making it ideal for budgets and on-the-go use.
Stage 3
- Positioning: A wired in-ear monitor built for musicians and performing artists.
- Description: Features a 3-driver architecture that combines a 10mm dynamic driver with two balanced armature drivers for rich lows, detailed mids, and sparkling highs. Compared to models like the wireless Rex5 and over-ear Apollo, it focuses on performance in live settings with purpose-built durability and specialized cable options for better stage functionality.
FoKus Apollo
- Positioning: An over-ear headphone crafted for audiophiles demanding high-quality sound and versatile connectivity.
- Description: Features a hybrid design that pairs a 40mm dynamic driver with a 14.5mm planar magnetic driver, delivering an expansive soundstage with clear mids and punchy bass. Compared to in-ear monitors such as the Rex5 and Stage 3, it offers a more immersive listening experience with premium build elements and extensive connection options.
Viking Ragnar (Universal Fit)
- Positioning: A flagship wired in-ear monitor featuring robust, high-end construction for professional audio applications.
- Description: Features an all-metal design that includes two 10mm dynamic bass drivers, four balanced armature drivers, and four electrostatic drivers, ensuring a balanced and detailed frequency response. Compared to the lower-priced models in the lineup, it delivers premium craftsmanship and performance for studio or critical listening environments.
Viking Prestige Universal
- Positioning: A top-tier wired universal in-ear monitor that represents the pinnacle of in-house design and sonic performance.
- Description: Features an advanced driver setup combining dual 10mm dynamic drivers, four balanced armature drivers, and four electrostatic drivers, delivering an exceptionally balanced soundstage with meticulous driver matching and premium connectivity. Compared to other products in the lineup, this model is engineered for users seeking the utmost in sonic accuracy and build quality.
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Our summary
Product Strengths
- Excellent passive noise isolation, better than many headphones with ANC enabled, creating a quiet noise floor.
- Good build quality with quality materials like anodized aluminum, Alcantara headband, and protein leather pads.
- Supports a wide variety of Bluetooth codecs, including LDAC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, and SBC, offering versatility in device compatibility.
- Strong battery life, rated up to 80 hours without ANC and 60 hours with ANC, making it suitable for travel and extended use.
- Powerful, textured, and nuanced bass is a standout feature.
Product Considerations
- The included carrying case is bulky and may not be ideal for travel, taking up significant space in a bag.
- Comfort is not great for everyone, with some users experiencing hotspots on the headband during extended use.
- With ANC on, some users have noted the bass can become boomy with a reduction in sub bass.
- Treble transparency mode is not as good as other models.
- The headphone may clip the sound when ANC is on and the user hits bumpy roads or takes a harder step.
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Vs Audeze Maxwell: The Apollo has a latency issue.
- Vs Focal Bathys: The Apollo has a more engaging, punchy, and emotional sound, also it has more features and tech, but the Transparency mode of the Bathys is better.
- Vs Apple AirPods Max: The Apollo offers superior sound quality with better clarity, speed, separation, and refined dynamics compared to the AirPods Max.
Takeaway: The Noble FoKus Apollo is a well-built wireless headphone with a strong battery life and great bass performance, making it an enjoyable choice for those who prioritize powerful sound and noise isolation. It offers a versatile listening experience with a range of connectivity options and a comfortable design.
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Product Strengths
- Luxury design and premium build quality with aluminum accents.
- Balanced and detailed sound with customizable EQ settings via the Bang & Olufsen app.
- Good active noise cancellation and transparency mode for immersive listening, and awareness.
- Bluetooth 5.2 ensures fast and stable pairing.
Product Considerations
- Expensive compared to other premium earbuds, like AirPods Pro.
- ANC is good, but not best-in-class compared to Sony or other brands.
- Fit might not be perfect for everyone, as the earbuds are slightly on the larger side.
- Touch controls can be sensitive, and may require getting used to.
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Vs AirPods Pro: Beoplay 11 has a bigger case.
- Vs Sony WF-1000XM4/XM5: Holds its own in terms of sound quality and ANC, but the Sony models might be a slightly lower price.
Takeaway: The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay 11 earbuds are a stylish and luxurious option that provide great sound and noise cancelling. Those who value design and quality may find these earbuds to be a very good pick.
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Product Strengths
- Boasts a five-driver system, including a 10mm dynamic driver, a 6mm planar driver, and three balanced armature drivers, which contributes to excellent track and instrumental separation and a super clean sound
- Highly customizable sound through the Noble FoKus app, which includes Personal EQ (hearing test-based calibration), EQ presets, a 10-band graphic EQ, and a 3-band parametric EQ
- Premium build quality and design, with a CNC machined aluminum alloy construction for both the earbuds and the case, giving them a high-quality feel
- Multipoint connection allows simultaneous connection to two devices, and Bluetooth 5.4 with support for LDAC and aptX Adaptive codecs provides flexibility for Android users
- Comfortable fit, particularly for Noble TWS, with the case designed to accommodate a variety of ear tip styles
Product Considerations
- The default tuning may sound thin in the lower mids, potentially making vocals sound shrill, and the bass may lack body compared to some competitors
- Active Noise Cancelling (ANC) performance is good or above average, but not class-leading, and the battery life is not record-breaking, with around 5 hours with ANC on
- Transparency mode can sound amplified and unnatural, with noticeable white noise hiss, and wind pickup is not great
- The lack of a published water resistance rating means caution is advised regarding moisture exposure
- Custom EQ settings (10-band) may not carry over to other devices, and there may be some UX polishing needed in the app
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Vs Technics AZ100: The AZ100 has better mic pickup, better general silence with ANC, and feels more transparent, the AZ100 is also better as an all-rounder, while the Rex5 has better instrument separation and more crisp treble
- Vs Bowers & Wilkins PI8: The Rex5 is about as effective as the PI8 in active noise cancelling, but more effective in the upper mids region, the PI8 can connect to any wired audio source by using its case, and the reviewer prefers the treble on the PI-8, the PI8 blocks out voices slightly better
- Vs Sennheiser Momentum Sport TWS: The Noble app offers a superior EQ experience without needing to sign up for an additional account, while the Momentum Sport TWS requires an additional account for EQ access
- Vs Noble FoKus Prestige: The Rex5 has more consistent connectivity and functionality, while the FoKus Prestige has a more natural sound with bigger bass and fuller midrange right out of the box
Takeaway: The Noble FoKus Rex5 is a high-end TWS earphone that stands out because of the ability to change how it sounds. For those wanting really good sound in a small package that looks and feels premium, this could be a good pick.
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Product Strengths
- Premium design and build quality, using materials like aluminum and glass for a luxurious feel
- Sound quality is generally praised as excellent, detailed, and balanced, especially after equalization
- Comfortable and secure fit, particularly for those with smaller ear canals
- App provides an intuitive EQ interface with customizable presets
Product Considerations
- Active noise cancellation (ANC), while solid, is not considered the best on the market compared to brands like Sony or Bose
- Some reviewers experienced connectivity issues, including problems with multipoint pairing and occasional signal dropouts
- Battery life is respectable but not outstanding, with some reviewers noting shorter-than-advertised playback times
- Responsiveness of the touch controls is sometimes too sensitive, leading to accidental pausing or track skipping
- Some users have found the default sound profile (Optimal) to be somewhat flat or boring, requiring EQ adjustments
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Compared to the Apple AirPods Pro, the EX has more clarity, better soundstage and separation, but tonal balance may be preferable on the Airpods Pro
- Compared to the Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 3, the Beoplay EX offers a more balanced and detailed presentation with a more luxurious build
- Compared to the Devialet Gemini II, the Gemini II offers a more neutral sound signature with advanced ANC capabilities, but Beoplay EX offers a more balanced and detailed presentation with a more luxurious build
Takeaway: The Beoplay EX offers a luxurious experience with refined sound and a stylish design. It's a good choice for those who prioritize sound quality and aesthetics, and value a premium feel.
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Product Strengths
- Upgraded 8K sound provides a crisper, cleaner, and more detailed sound, especially when enabling the 8K sound feature
- Improved ANC performance compared to the previous generation ZE8000, with a 32% improvement in noise reduction
- Enhanced comfort and a more secure fit due to the new 'Shield Fin' ear tips
- The design minimizes contact between the ear and the plastic parts of the earphones, supposedly improving overall comfort
- Wide soundstage with spatial imaging depth
Product Considerations
- Battery life is not the best, offering only about 5 hours of playtime on a single charge
- The case does not support wireless charging
- Touch controls aren't intuitive
- Some users may find the build quality of the case to be slightly lacking compared to the premium feel of the earphones themselves
- The microphones on these earbuds do a pretty good job at focusing on speech and rejecting some of the noise going on around you, but the ANC and transparency modes are not quite top tier
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Vs Bose QuietComfort Ultras: Dialogue and landscapers mowing lawns aren't eliminated as effectively
- Vs Sony WF-1000XM5: ANC does not reduce noise as drastically, but the characteristic ‘whoosh’ sound was much more subtle and effective in translating music
Takeaway: The ZE8000 MK2 offers a noticeable step up in sound quality with the upgraded 8K sound, making music feel very large, showcasing a level of scale rarely found on true wireless earbuds. If you want possibly the best sounding wireless earbuds on the market, these are worth at least giving a shot.
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Product Strengths
- Extremely compact and small size makes them very comfortable, especially for people with small ears
- Good active noise cancellation (ANC) performance for the price and size
- The inclusion of Qi wireless charging is a premium feature
- IPX5 water resistance makes them suitable for workouts and outdoor use
- The 1MORE Music app provides customization options, including SoundID for personalized sound
Product Considerations
- Microphone quality is poor, not recommended for frequent phone calls
- ANC can alter the sound signature, sometimes creating a less desirable sound profile
- Limited touch controls, and inconvenient microphone placement
- Some reviewers experienced connection issues, such as random disconnects
- Passive isolation is poor
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- The ComfoBuds Mini has better noise cancelling than the Nothing Ear 1, but the Nothing Ear 1 has a much better microphone
- The Mini has better noise cancelling than the 1More ComfoBuds Pro, while the Pro has better microphone quality
- The Anker Soundcore Space A40 has better sound and more reliable operation
- The Lypertek SoundFree S20 and the Moondrop Sparks may sound better and offer better passive isolation
Takeaway: The Comfobuds Mini are very small and comfortable earbuds with many good features, making them worth consideration for those seeking tiny earbuds with noise canceling and wireless charging. They are also suitable for people with small ears.
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Product Strengths
- Excellent sound quality with depth, great soundstage, and crisp, clean elements
- Active noise cancellation is a useful addition and blocks out rumbling and background chatter
- The earbuds themselves are smaller compared to the previous version
- Touch controls are responsive and easier to use than the old version, and customizable
Product Considerations
- Continuous battery life with ANC on is quite short at around 4 hours
- The case is not the smallest and can create a bulge in your pocket
- Microphone sounds muffled
- These do not support multi-connect, meaning that these cannot connect to a phone and a tablet simultaneously
Comparisons (according to reviewers)
- Momentum 2's do not support multi-connect like the Jabra Elite 75T
- AirPods Pro's transparent hearing quality is better than Momentum 2's
- Sony's noise-cancelling has an edge over the Momentum True Wireless 2
- Galaxy Buds Plus have great clarity, but the bass isn't as good as the Momentum 2's
- The Momentum 2's sound better than AirPods
- Momentum 2 is more comfortable and nicer to use, battery life is better, and noise-cancelling is included
Takeaway: The Momentum True Wireless 2 earbuds offer respectable noise cancelation, sound good, and are sweat-resistant. These could be worth buying if sound is the main priority.
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