Shure AONIC 5-CL

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Shure AONIC 5-CL

Shure

AONIC 5-CL

4.8 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 505830
Brand: Shure
Model: AONIC 5-CL
Price: $577.50

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These Shure AONIC 5-CLs are a serious step up for anyone demanding top-tier in-ear isolation and detail. The balanced armature design provides a very precise sound, great for critical listening or monitoring where accuracy is paramount; they’re a fantastic choice for musicians and audiophiles who appreciate a clean, neutral presentation.

Product Description

  • Shure AONIC 5-CL
  • Sound Isolating In-Ear Headphones
  • With RMCE-UNI cable
  • 3 Balanced armature driver
  • Sensitivity: 119 dB SPL/mW
  • Frequency range: 18 - 19000 Hz
  • Impedance: 36 Ohm
  • 3.5 mm TRRS jack for Android and iOS
  • Inline microphone for phone calls and voice recording
  • Weight: 24.5 g
  • Colour: Transparent
  • Includes 6.35 mm adapter
  • sound tube set
  • Soft Flex
  • Comply and foam eartips in S/M/L
  • yellow foam eartips
  • Christmas tree eartips and storage box
PROS
  • • Exceptional sound isolation, truly blocks out external noise.
  • • RMCE-UNI cable provides noticeable improvement in clarity and detail.
  • • Balanced armature drivers deliver a clean, articulate, and detailed sound.
  • • Comprehensive eartip selection ensures a comfortable and personalized seal.
CONS
  • • High price point puts them out of reach for many.
  • • Transparency aesthetic might not appeal to everyone’s taste.
  • • Sound signature leans analytical, lacking warmth for some listeners.

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Key Features

Type Sound Isolating In-Ear Headphones
Driver Size Balanced armature drivers
Impedance 36 Ohm
Frequency Range 18 - 19000 Hz
Sensitivity 119 dB SPL/mW
Cable RMCE-UNI
Weight 24.5 g

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Frequently Asked Questions

They offer a very refined isolation and a slightly more analytical sound compared to some competitors; the included cable is a significant upgrade over stock options found elsewhere.
The extensive eartip selection is key; finding the right seal is crucial for comfort and optimal sound, and the included options provide good flexibility.
They'll function with a smartphone, but you’ll unlock their full potential with a portable DAC/AMP, especially to drive them properly and experience the RMCE-UNI cable’s benefits.

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