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AKG K3003i

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User ratings:
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Editorial reviews:
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4 editorial reviews
The stunning AKG K3003i headphones made our jaws drop in every conceivable wayRead more
The AKG K3003s are among the best in-ear headphones, with stunning sound and great design, but the price tag means we can't recommend them.Read more
Reviewed May 2012 Details: AKG’s flagship IEM, built around a hybrid BA+dynamic driver setup MSRP: $1499.00 / manufacturer's page Current Price: $599.99 from amazon.com for K3003i with mic and 3-button remote Specs: Driver: Dual BA + Dynamic | Imp: 8Ω | Sens: 125 dB | Freq: 10-30k Hz | Cable: 3.9' I-plug | Nozzle Size: 5mm | Preferred tips: HiFiMan large bi-flanges, Sony Hybrids, stock single-flanges Wear Style: Straight down or over-the-ear Accessories (5/5) -Read more
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Pros

  • good-quality laptop is better
  • all that muscle is combined with subtlety
  • the sound is amazing and the built quality is outstanding

Cons

  • assembly of cables just feels a little flimsy
  • seem a little too dark and smoothed over
  • lost some of the edge of Beck s guitar

Key specs

  • 3
  • 8 Ω
  • 10, 30000 Hz
  • Closed
  • In-Ear
  • Wired

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AKG K3003i - Pros & Cons

AKG K3003i

Pros

  • good-quality laptop is better
  • all that muscle is combined with subtlety
  • the sound is amazing and the built quality is outstanding
  • response is smoother overall and most of the time the Miracle sounds more natural and realistic
  • Low-volume performance is also quite good
  • The cable is nicely done as well
  • Looks nice
  • small and the voice is natural with my AK120
  • a mild mid-bass boost with good depth and punch
  • sound that is extremely clear and detailed
  • clearer and more detailed in the midrange and treble and significantly tighter and

Cons

  • assembly of cables just feels a little flimsy
  • seem a little too dark and smoothed over
  • lost some of the edge of Beck s guitar
  • the mids were a little depressed
  • t seem to boost the bass at all
  • bass boost filter made the sound too soft
  • its price tag is shockingly high
  • the overly large nor exceedingly heavy
  • dull and muffled
  • is expensive even by celebrity headphone standards
  • horrendously expensive

AKG K3003i - Technical Overview

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8 Ω
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10 g
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AKG K3003i - Full Specifications

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Technical details
StyleIn-Ear
Connectivity technologyWired
Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)yes
Magnet materialNeodymium
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Dimensions
Weight0.35 oz
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Connectivity
Inputs supported3.5mm
Cable length1.2
3.5 mm/6.3 mm adapter includedno
Type of connector3.5mm
USBno
Detachable cableno
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Power
Battery operatedno
Power handling capacity15.0 mW
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Design
Colour of product
  • Black
  • Black,Stainless steel
  • Silver
Acoustic designClosed
Attachment typeEar canal
Body material
  • Aluminum
  • Silicone
  • Stainless steel
CategoryAudiophile
Noise isolatingyes
Connector contacts platingGold
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Sound
Channels3
Impedance8.0 Ω
Frequency range10 - 30000
Driver technologyDynamic
Maximum input power15.0 mW
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Features
Playback controlsyes
Buttons
  • Answer button
  • Next song
  • Play/Pause
  • Previous song
  • Volume

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