Shure SE425-CL-LEFT vs Technics EAH-AZ100
Shure SE425-CL-LEFT
Technics EAH-AZ100
What Buyers Say
Shure SE425-CL-LEFT
Users are overwhelmingly positive about this single-sided IEM, praising its isolation and sound quality for professional use like click tracks and prelay. One musician found it perfect for violin practice, while others appreciate it as a reliable backup solution. The only minor concern is the high cost, but replacement parts are available and work well.
Pros
- Great sound quality
- Excellent isolation
- Perfect for professional use
- Reliable backup solution
- Replacement parts available
Cons
- High cost
- Limited reviews for assessment
Technics EAH-AZ100
The Technics EAH-AZ100 earbuds are overwhelmingly praised for their exceptional sound quality, with users highlighting deep bass, clear highs, and immersive audio. Comfort, battery life, and noise cancellation are also frequently commended, though some users note the price is high and volume could be louder. A few minor issues like Bluetooth LE disconnects and initial multi-device pairing were mentioned, but overall sentiment is very positive.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Deep immersive bass
- Effective noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit
- Excellent battery life
Cons
- High price point
- Limited maximum volume
- Bluetooth LE disconnects
- Initial multi-device pairing issues
- Plastic exterior
Scores
Specifications
| Shure SE425-CL-LEFT | Technics EAH-AZ100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | ear-tip | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | — | 5 x Eartip Pairs |
| Weight | — | 0.01 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | balanced armature | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 10 mm★ |
| Drivers | 2★ | 1 |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 19 kHz | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 22 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 109 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Shure SE425 Left Side Earphone Piece, No Cable or Clip, Clear | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC |
| Surround | — | Dolby Atmos, Spatial Audio |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | — | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | — | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | — | Bluetooth |
| Range | — | 10 m★ |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 8 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 15 min. for 90 min. playback |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 28 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Wireless Charging | — | ✓★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | — | 6★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Google Assistant, Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✗ | ✓★ |
| App | — | Android & iOS |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
| Bone Conduction | — | ✗ |
| Water Resistance | — | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
Shure SE425-CL-LEFT
- Strong sound (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong user sentiment (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Below average affordability (8th percentile)8th %ile
- Below average mic (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average connectivity (11th percentile)11th %ile
- Below average comfort (27th percentile)
Technics EAH-AZ100
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong mic (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Below average affordability (3rd percentile)3rd %ile
Pricing
Shure SE425-CL-LEFT
Technics EAH-AZ100
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 20 of 40 specs.
