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Etymotic HF3

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3 stars
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3 editorial reviews
Available in three flashy colours and a choice of buds; serious hi-fi soundRead more
The Etymotic HF5 is a thoroughly modern take on the classic Etymotic design philosophy.Read more
My quick review of the Etymotic hf3 noise-isolating earphones.Read more
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Pros

  • hf3s will keep delivering superb audio
  • clear
  • detailed

Cons

  • by either a poor seal or less than stellar presentation
  • mediocre depth and height
  • the custom tips are not capable of radically changing the sound
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Key specs

  • 16 Ω
  • , 105 dB
  • 20, 15000 Hz
  • Closed
  • Stereo
  • In-Ear
  • Wired
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Etymotic HF3 - Pros & Cons

Etymotic HF3

Pros

  • hf3s will keep delivering superb audio
  • clear
  • detailed
  • and quite neutral in tone
  • Polished Performer
  • mids are smooth and free of grain
  • the bass is quick and highly detailed
  • Great Sound quality and superb isolation
  • highly accurate and impeccably detailed HF5

Cons

  • by either a poor seal or less than stellar presentation
  • mediocre depth and height
  • the custom tips are not capable of radically changing the sound
  • sound of Beats headphones
  • so bass was a little thin with the er6i s
  • Random office noise and chatter gets eliminated
  • not airtight the sound quality is ruined
  • the 45 degree angled connector is really annoying
  • They only manufacture high-end audio gear
  • travels very easily through the cable
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Etymotic HF3 - Technical Overview

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IconImpedance
16 Ω
Best:
Stax SR-L500
Impedance: 145000 Ω
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28 g
Best:
Cyber Acoustics ACM-7002
Weight: 0.11 g

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Etymotic HF3 - Full Specifications

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Technical details
Sound outputStereo
StyleIn-Ear
Connectivity technologyWired
Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)yes
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Dimensions
Weight0.99 oz
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Microphone
Microphone sensitivity120.0 dB
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Features
Playback controlsyes
ButtonsVolume
Carrying caseyes
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Design
Colour of product
  • Black
  • Blue
  • Red
Acoustic designClosed
Attachment typeEar canal
Body materialAluminum
CategoryAudiophile
Noise isolatingyes
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Sound
Impedance16.0 Ω
Sensitivity< 105
Frequency range20 - 15000
Driver technologyBalanced
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Connectivity
Inputs supported3.5mm
Cable length1.2
Type of connector3.5mm
Detachable cableno
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Power
Battery operatedno
Power handling capacity120.0 mW

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Etymotic HF3 Etymotic - Editorial Reviews (3)

Etymotic HF3 Home review
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Published: 26.08.2011
Home review

Available in three flashy colours and a choice of buds; serious hi-fi sound

5 minute read
Etymotic HF3 Etymotic Research HF5 / HF2 / HF3 Review | The Headphone List
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The Headphone List
Published: 05.06.2013
Etymotic Research HF5 / HF2 / HF3 Review | The Headphone List

The Etymotic HF5 is a thoroughly modern take on the classic Etymotic design philosophy.

By by ljokerl
21 minute read
Etymotic HF3 Review: Etymotic hf3 Earphones
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PaulStamatiou.com
Review: Etymotic hf3 Earphones

My quick review of the Etymotic hf3 noise-isolating earphones.

By Paul Stamatiou
5 minute read

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