DISQUS

Ben.geek.nz: Ultimate Ears super.fi 5vi Review

  • kleinman · 1 year ago
    Any comments on durability and construction for these as I'm also looking at potentially getting them to replace my current VModa Vibe model.

    Thanks - Martin
  • beng · 1 year ago
    Martin,

    I have only been using them for a couple of weeks, but they seem pretty robust. Good molded connectors everywhere, including the join between the split ear cords and the main cord. They also come with a small hard carry case. It's a bit fiddly to coil up the cords to fit in the case, but it does offer good protection. It also doubles as a good way to carry the extra compressible earbuds if you want to swap between those and the silicone ones depending on the environment.

    Ben.
  • John · 11 months ago
    Ben,

    Does the cord stay straight? I am also thinking of getting these after seeing them on Engadget, but if I am going to shell out $150+ then they may as well be perfect.

    Thanks,

    John
  • beng · 11 months ago
    As straight as you'd expect really? It's made of the same material as 90% of headphone cords. No issues from my end.