Low distortion, near-perfect tracking
Isolate very well
Frequency response is off at the high end
In-ears get uncomfortable after a while
Introduction
The Etymotic Research mc5 headphones are an entry level set of in-ears. At $80, the mc5s offer a disproportionately high audio quality for their price. If you’re looking for a decent set of in-ears without spending over $100, the mc5s are a great choice.
Comparisons
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Page 1
Tour & Design
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Page 2
Sound Quality
Very low distortion, almost perfect tracking. Frequency response falls off in the extreme high end. Read More... |
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Isolation
Isolate well, capable of a high, distortion-free volume. Read More... |
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Comfort
Different sleeve options. In-ears can get pretty uncomfortable over time. Read More... |
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Usability
Comes with cleaning tools. Read More... |
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Sony Triqii Comparison
 We compare the mc5 to the Triqii. Read More... |
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Sennheiser CX 980 Comparison
 We compare the mc5 to the CX 980. Read More... |
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Shure SE115 Comparison
 We compare the mc5 to the SE115. Read More... |
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Phiaton PS200 Comparison
 We compare the mc5 to the PS200. Read More... |
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Conclusion
Read our final conclusion of the Etymotic Research mc5. Read More... |
Part 11
Comments
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