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Etymotic Research MK5 Isolator Low Profile Noise-Isolating In-Ear Earphones

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Brand Etymotic Research
Model Name ERMK-5
Color Black
Form Factor In Ear
Connectivity Technology Wired

About this item

  • Isolator earphones for today's active lifestyles-tune out the world around you, so you can hear every detail in your music. Ideal for commuting, travel and sports activities.
  • Product Note : If the size of the earbud tips does not match the size of your ear canals or the headset is not worn properly in your ears, you may not obtain the correct sound qualities or call performance. Change the earbud tips to ones that fit more snugly in your ears
  • Low-profile, 6mm neodymium moving Coil drivers fit comfortably with hats and helmets
  • 35-42 dB of noise isolation lowers the risk of listening at unsafe levels
  • Reinforced 4 ft. cable and 3.5 mm stereo jack
  • Frequency Response - 20 Hz - 15 kHz and Impedance - 32 Ohms
  • Compatible devices: Cellphone

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Customer Ratings
Sound quality
4.0
4.3
4.7
4.8
4.2
4.3
Noise cancellation
4.2
3.6
4.4
4.3
4.3
Comfort
3.6
4.0
4.0
3.8
3.6
Durability
3.0
2.6
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connectivity tech
Wired
Wired
Wired
USB, Wired
Wired
Wired
headphones form factor
In Ear
In Ear
In Ear
In Ear
In Ear
In Ear
connector type
3.5mm Jack
3.5mm Jack
3.5mm Jack
3.5mm Jack
3 5mm Jack
3 5mm Jack
noise control
sound isolation
sound isolation
sound isolation
sound isolation
sound isolation
headphones jack
3.5 mm Jack
3.5 mm Jack
3.5 mm Jack
3.5 mm Jack
cable feature
Retractable
Detachable
Detachable
Retractable
Detachable
Detachable
control type
Media Control
Noise Control
Media Control
Media Control
Media Control

Product Description

MK5

Isolation never sounded so good

Isolator earphones are a great choice for today's active lifestyles. They tune out the world around you, so you can hear every detail in your music. These low-profile, in-ear earphones fit comfortably with hats and helmets. Ideal for commuting, travel and sports activities.

MK5

Like other members of the Isolator series, the mk5 matches the ear’s response for natural sound reproduction over a broad frequency range. In addition to awesome sound, Isolator earphones promote hearing safety. Their sound-blocking capabilities reduce the impulse to turn up the volume in order to drown out unwanted noise from the outside world. Quiet passages and soft dynamics come through clearly, and loud passages don’t hammer your eardrums.

  • High-output 6-mm neodymium moving coil drivers
  • 98% (35-42 dB) noise isolation
  • High gloss finish
  • Impedance (@1kHz) 32 Ohms
  • Maximum Output (SPL) 120 dB
  • 4 ft. Cable

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  • Headphones, case, tip pack, manual
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    Customer reviews

    4.1 out of 5 stars
    4.1 out of 5
    342 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the value and isolation of the earphones. For example, they mention it's a great investment for apartment living and a good entry-level product. Customers are also impresseded with the performance. That said, opinions are mixed on the sound quality, quality, and fit.

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    23 customers mention19 positive4 negative

    Customers like the value of the headphones. They mention it's a great investment for apartment living, and a good entry-level product.

    "...Durability is crap but the price is as cheap as dirt. The high is much affinity than er4b...." Read more

    "...the MK5's don't have quite the bass response I've been used to, they're priced great, the flange plugs I prefer, which are included in multiple sizes..." Read more

    "...These were relatively affordable for me and have done an amazing job so far...." Read more

    "...Pros- Great noise cancellation- pretty cheapCons-..." Read more

    9 customers mention9 positive0 negative

    Customers like the isolation of the headphones. They say that they work for isolating the user from outside noise, and are the most comfortable in-ear earphones they have tried. Customers also mention that the earbuds are better at keeping their music private.

    "...Silicone tips have more low end. The isolation is good...." Read more

    "...The isolation is probably the strongest point of these IEMs...." Read more

    "...They also work for isolating the user from outside noise.I repeated the experiment with another person with the same result...." Read more

    "These do a good job of isolation if you don't mind shoving them deep enough in your ears, which can be uncomfortable after extended periods of time..." Read more

    8 customers mention8 positive0 negative

    Customers like the performance of the headphones. They say that they work great for road trips, under their helmet when riding, and still work after a year. They also say that the earbuds block out noise and make commuting a peaceful retreat.

    "...Overall, I'm happy they block out noise and still work after a year. I don't have any strong opinions about sound quality or other features." Read more

    "...I use them on airline flights, too, and they worked well in that setting...." Read more

    "...The previous units were in the HF family. Very good performance but they were just a tad long and had a tendency to dislodge when putting on a..." Read more

    "Very good performance. I tested them by sitting next to a friend with really keen hearing...." Read more

    109 customers mention71 positive38 negative

    Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the headphones. Some mention that they have excellent sound isolation and very good audio quality, while others say that the sound is a little compressed and thin.

    "...Overall, I'm happy they block out noise and still work after a year. I don't have any strong opinions about sound quality or other features." Read more

    "...The sound quality is superb, highly transparent and natural, though without a tremendous amount of bass, so Kendrick Lamar fans should probably look..." Read more

    "...On asphalt the case or the wires just almost disappear. They sound great, are comfortable under helmets (Schubeth C3 Pro and E1), and even without..." Read more

    "These are by far the best in ear headphones I've ever heard and the sound quality puts them among the better typical headphones I've heard as well...." Read more

    47 customers mention28 positive19 negative

    Customers are mixed about the quality of the headphones. Some mention they're excellent, happy with their quality, and decent in ear headphones. Others say that the quality seems a little lower than their last pair of lower-end Etymotic, the Shures are pretty beat up where the wires connect to the plastic ear bud pieces, and they wish they were more rugged.

    "...They're excellent -- so good, in fact, that I wonder why some people are willing to pay hundreds of dollars more for the higher-grade Etymotics...." Read more

    "...Cons:- Earwax is sometimes a problem...." Read more

    "These are by far the best in ear headphones I've ever heard and the sound quality puts them among the better typical headphones I've heard as well...." Read more

    "...ETY's are truly great noise isolators - they are quality ear-plugs with speakers...." Read more

    44 customers mention27 positive17 negative

    Customers are mixed about the fit of the headphones. Some mention that they fit well in their ears, provide decent sound, and are comfortable to wear. However, others say that they can be a little uncomfy if you wear them fully-inserted for many hours, and the foam tips are definitely less comfortable than the ones that came with the product. Some customers also mention that the 3 flange tips are still too small to properly fit their ear, and that the headphone are too bulky at times.

    "...Unlike over-ear solutions, these are comfortable enough to sleep in. I often sleep with them in my ears without playing anything...." Read more

    "...will be almost nonexistent, and if it's too big, the earphones will be too uncomfortable to wear for any length of time...." Read more

    "...They sound great, are comfortable under helmets (Schubeth C3 Pro and E1), and even without any music playing are perfect for deadening wind and..." Read more

    "...The foam tips are very comfortable. You can't even feel them. I prefer the feel and sound of the foam tips. Silicone tips have more low end...." Read more

    8 customers mention0 positive8 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the comfort of the headphones. They mention that the earphones stick out of their ears and feel like they stick out too far. Customers also say that the housings are very long and have a tendency to dislodge.

    "...Also, the AirPods fall out of my ears when I remove the helmet, often bouncing on the asphalt or concrete surface...." Read more

    "...But the most ridiculous part is this - the aux input kept falling out of any device I plugged it into! The slightest agitation would dislodge it...." Read more

    "...sounded almost as good, but the housings are very long, thus sticking out of your ears and made using them with helmets or pillows uncomfortable...." Read more

    "...Very good performance but they were just a tad long and had a tendency to dislodge when putting on a helmet...." Read more

    7 customers mention2 positive5 negative

    Customers are dissatisfied with the detail of the headphones. They mention that the sound is bright yet lacks detail. Some customers also say that the instruments are overdone.

    "...They're very buzzy and lack detail. Bass is almost nonexistent, with moderate mids and highs...." Read more

    "...The sound good, but lacks a lot in the lower end until you break them in...." Read more

    "...fast bass, a very clear midrange and upper end together with excellent detail and sound separation...." Read more

    "...While this does give an illusion of definition of the instruments, it is overdone. The bass for folk, rock. pop or classical music is not there...." Read more

    Peaceful Meditation Time
    5 Stars
    Peaceful Meditation Time
    We bought these earbuds primarily for commute time. Traveling on Bay Area Regional Transit can be loud and distracting. After purchasing our etymōtic earbuds, commuting is a peaceful retreat. Emily also uses them to listen to guided meditations during medical procedures. Dennis uses them whenever he needs some quiet time! They came with two sizes of earbuds, and a black zippered pouch to store them. Highly recommended, would buy again.
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