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Etymotic HF5

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User ratings:
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Editorial reviews:
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3.9 out of 5
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Pros

  • It s also good in the workplace
  • frequency balance
  • combined with their excellent isolation

Cons

  • The very lowest bass was completely nonexistent
  • did not sound harsh
  • aggressive

Key specs

  • 16 Ω
  • , 105 dB
  • 20, 15000 Hz
  • Closed
  • In-Ear
  • Wired

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Etymotic HF5 - Pros & Cons

Etymotic HF5

Pros

  • It s also good in the workplace
  • frequency balance
  • combined with their excellent isolation
  • Audio is nicely balanced
  • more laid-back
  • unobtrusive sound
  • the inline volume control is a nice extra
  • well-built
  • with a very sturdy cord
  • iPod is capable of producing truly excellent sound
  • Voices are natural and the highs are even cleaner (

Cons

  • The very lowest bass was completely nonexistent
  • did not sound harsh
  • aggressive
  • or annoying
  • The word bright has negative connotations in audio reviewing
  • HF5 do not have a headset feature
  • no booming bass or sizzling highs
  • extraneous cable noise disappeared
  • audio is a bit veiled-not quite as detailed-
  • this bright sound can become a bit strident
  • earphones may not be comfortable for all users

Etymotic HF5 - Technical Overview

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16 Ω
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200 g
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Etymotic HF5 - Full Specifications

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Technical details
StyleIn-Ear
Connectivity technologyWired
Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)no
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Dimensions
Weight7.05 oz
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Connectivity
Cable length1.22
3.5 mm/6.3 mm adapter includedno
Type of connector3.5mm
USBno
Detachable cableno
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Design
Colour of product
  • Black
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Acoustic designClosed
Attachment typeEar canal
CategorySport
Noise isolatingyes
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Sound
Impedance16.0 Ω
Sensitivity< 105
Frequency range20 - 15000
Driver technologyDynamic
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Power
Battery operatedno

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Etymotic HF5 Etymotic - Editorial Reviews (10)

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Etymotic HF5 Roundup: 9 in-ear-canal headphones
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Macworld
Published: 21.05.2009
Roundup: 9 in-ear-canal headphones

We take a look at 9 in-ear-canal headphones that aim to improve on your iPod or iPhone's stock earbuds while blocking considerably more external noise.

Etymotic HF5 SoundStage! Xperience | SoundStageXperience.com - SoundStage! Xperience | SoundStageXperience.com
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www.soundstagexperience.com
Published: 21.06.2011
SoundStage! Xperience | SoundStageXperience.com - SoundStage! Xperience | SoundStageXperience.com
Etymotic HF5 Etymotic Research HF5 Review
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RTINGS.com
Published: 03.10.2018
Etymotic Research HF5 Review
3.2

The Etymotic Research HF5 are average mixed-usage in-ears, with a mediocre-at-best sound quality for critical listening. They do decently well as commuting headp...

Etymotic HF5 The Etymotic Hf5 Review
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The Etymotic Hf5 Review

The Etymotic Hf5 Review: is a great option if you need something that’s doesn’t chew the quality of audio but isn’t expensive. The noise isolation in this headset is pretty

Etymotic HF5 Etymotic hf5 review: Etymotic hf5
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CNET
Published: 22.08.2008
Etymotic hf5 review: Etymotic hf5
4.0

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Etymotic HF5 Etymotic hf5 High-fidelity  Noise-isolating earphones – Review – MyMac.com
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Etymotic hf5 High-fidelity  Noise-isolating earphones – Review – MyMac.com
Etymotic HF5 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.

Etymotic HF5 Etymotic Research HF5 Review
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Gadget Review
Published: 30.07.2020
Etymotic Research HF5 Review
4.5

Table Of Contents_Why We Like It – Etymotic Research HF5PerformanceDesignValueEtymotic Research HF5 Wrap Up Reader Rating0 Votes09Expert RatingThe Etymotic Research HF5 Earphones provide excellent noise cancellation capabilities thanks to their deep-penetrating design and great sound quality thanks to the balanced armature driver type. You can also repair them yourself if need be, but that tool is sold separately. For more on the best earbuds and in-ear earphones, check out our list! Etymotic Research HF5 Check Price Why We Like It […]

Etymotic HF5 Etymotic Research hf5 High-Fidelity Earphones Review - The Gadgeteer
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The Gadgeteer
Published: 07.04.2009
Etymotic Research hf5 High-Fidelity Earphones Review - The Gadgeteer

My favorite earphones of all time have been the ER6i by Etymotic. Historically, these are the ones I have pointed all those asking 'which noise-isolation

Etymotic HF5 Etymotic HF5 In-Ear Earphones Review
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Gadgetmac
Published: 25.05.2010
Etymotic HF5 In-Ear Earphones Review

Etymotic's HF5, are one of the most popular in-ear earphones in the audiophile world. The HF5 are exactly like the Etymotic &nbsp; HF2 model , except the HF5 do not have a headset feature. The Etymotic HF5 are one of the best sound-isolaters I have ever tried, and this is all thanks to th

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