Which jays earphones is the best

Headphones Wireless. Speakers Bluetooth Speakers. Multiroom Speakers. Your cart is empty. View all products. Essential Essential cookies enable basic functions and are necessary for the proper functioning of the website. They just fall short of custom in-ear comfort levels but are nonetheless, very impressive. Isolation levels are only slightly beyond average, however, with both the Rock-it Sounds R50 and RHA T10s delivering more reduction of ambient noises.

The q-Jays are indeed a reference pair of earphones with the ability to extract spades of micro-details and presenting them in a relatively smooth signature. This is the result of a cleverly implemented tailor-made acoustic filter just in front of the balanced-armatures, to deliver a very detailed sound without the implications of fatigue. This small earphone really packs a punch with greater body and presence in vocals compared to the thinner note presentations of both the Rs and DNJ.

Characteristic of a typical balanced-armature earphone, the bass is responsive, tight and fast. One thing lacking though is impact; whereas the DUNU DN delivers handfuls of slam and impact, the q-Jays simply extend well without possessing authority.

Nevertheless, the low frequencies are still very pleasurable and decay nicely onto the lower midrange. The midrange has a very slight u-shape that makes the lower and higher frequencies either side of it have slight precedence. Both these earphones make for a very interesting comparison because although they can be both classified as reference monitors, they can be broken down into different properties that one excels in over the other.

Whereas the q-Jays is tonally smoother and less fatiguing than the sibilance-prone Rs, the R extracts even more micro-details and resolution making it brighter and more intelligible. Thus, I have found these two pairs of earphones to be on the opposing sides of the same intended audience; this is even evident in my EQ settings as with the q-Jays, I usually EQ up the 8k and 16k frequencies a few notches but with the Rs, I tone down these frequencies by the same few notches to suit my personal preferences.

The treble notes extend superbly with brilliant details and sparkle. Once again, this may be construed as a negative for those wishing for endless extension or indeed a positive for those that prefer less tonally strident yet detailed highs. With the addition of the Comply tips, the high frequency section becomes even less extensive and makes the sound signature noticeably warmer. With my preferences though, the silicone eartips provide the best choice for articulate cymbal crashes and prominent guitar riffs.

The soundstage of the q-Jays is better than average, though not on the same levels as the DN or even the DNJ for that matter. Nothing sounds congested though, as the great instrument separation makes music seem perceivably more airy and open. The medium pads are the closest in density to the stock Sony Walkman headphone covers we mentioned earlier if you're old enough to understand the comparison and still allow an adequate amount of sound to sift through, although the muffled sound clarity is palpable at this size.

These are also the most acceptable compromise between sound quality and comfort over long listening sessions, so they earn our recommendation if you plan to use the c-Jays over a full day of work.

Alternatively, we like the smaller size better for quick listening sessions over errands or in between classes. The largest diameter cushion is the thickest and changes the headphones from an open design into a circumaural set that fully cover your ears, but the sacrifice in sound quality isn't worth the comfort.

Bass thumps are practically inaudible, and the oversize padding barely allows any instrumental distinction through its barrier. Whichever size you choose, Jays makes it easy to slip the pads up around the speakers for simple experimentation before you make a decision. Justin Yu. Pricing Not Available.

Most will find the smallest pads the most sonically pleasing, but they also happen to be the least comfortable out of the three choices. Jays delivers a smooth-sounding on-ear headphone that gives you three ear cushions to customize your listening experience. Although they don't come cheap, the c-Jays are a worthwhile investment if you're shopping for an aftermarket pair of on-ear headphones to fit your mobile lifestyle.

Score Breakdown Design 8 Features 7 Performance 8.