- Professional grade memory foam ear-cups provide premium comfort and noise isolation
- Full music and/or voice control on select Apple products and Echo-cancelling 360 degree mic
- Custom 40mm drive units deliver wide frequency range with dynamic detail and strikingly realistic sound
- Adjustable leather headband for custom fit, Ear-cups fold flat for easy storage (travel case included)
- Sleek Black finish w/chrome and leather accents, also includes premium carrying case, clothing clip, airline adaptor, Ľ-inch adaptor and 2-year warranty.
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Klipsch Image ONE On-Ear Headphones
The Image ONE On-ear headphone is about listening with passion. It intimately connects you with your favorite artists, letting you experience the honesty behind every soulful note, the intensity of every guitar, the precision of every drum roll and the powerful voice behind every lyric–whether you’re at home or on the go. And thanks to their superior noise isolation, these headphones block out daily distractions to let you listen in peace.
The Image ONE brings high-performance Klipsch sound to people who prefer an on-ear design, and is among the first to feature an Apple-based mic and three-button remote for taking calls and controlling music on iPods, iPhones or iPads.
Amazing Sound and Comfort
These compact headphones are extremely comfortable and offer the same powerful, detailed sound reproduction that has made Klipsch a popular choice among discriminating listeners since 1946. The Image ONE covers a wide frequency range with dynamic detail and delivers strikingly realistic sound.
It doesn’t matter how great a pair of headphones sound if they aren’t comfortable to wear. But don’t worry; the Image ONE has got your ears covered. Each lightweight, pivoting cup fits securely and features premium leather and plush memory foam for hours of pure listening pleasure and superior passive noise-isolation, which blocks out ambient noise and provides enhanced bass. These on-ear headphones feature an adjustable leather headband for custom fit and are compact and sleek so they look as good as they feel.
Functionality
The Image ONE is one of the first on-ear headphones to feature an Apple-based mic and three-button remote system for taking calls and controlling music on iPods, iPhones or iPads. The mic and remote functionality support select Apple products, and are positioned at the cable yoke — where the two cables meet at chest level — to create a more natural feel when answering calls and controlling music. The mic is a highly intelligible 360 degree design with echo cancellation, so your voice will be heard crystal clear without having to talk down, or directly, into it.
Controlling your music on the Image ONE couldn’t be easier. The plus and minus buttons control volume up and down, while the middle button does the rest of the work. When listening to music, press the middle button once to play/pause, twice to track forward and three times to track back. For phone use, press the middle button once to answer and once to end the call. You can also use the middle button to take advantage of the voice control feature on the iPhone 3GS and iPhone 4. Just hold down the button and say your command.
Durability
Klipsch has gone the extra distance to ensure the durability of each Image model. Subjected to extensive real world testing, Klipsch headphones feature enhanced cables and durable strain relief at every connection point to prevent wire damage. In fact, Klipsch Image headphone products endure some of the most rigorous testing in the industry.
Service
Covered by one of the best warranty programs in the industry, with a 2-year replacement policy on all headphone products as opposed to the 1-year offered by many competitors, you can rest assured that your Klipsch headphones will provide years of listening enjoyment.
Compatibility
The Image ONE does not require batteries. Just plug it into any device with a standard 3.5mm headphone jack and you’re ready to enjoy the full impact of your music. If you have a compatible iPod, iPhone or iPad, the Image ONE allows you to enjoy highly intelligible phone calls and full music and/or voice control via a unique mic and three-button remote.
Added Frills
The Image ONE is available in a sleek black finish with chrome and leather accents. It includes a clothing clip, airline adaptor, ¼” adaptor and premium carrying case.
Product Description
The Image ONE brings high-performance Klipsch sound to people who prefer an on-ear design, and is also one of the first on-ear headphones to feature an Apple-based mic and three-button remote for taking calls and controlling music on iPods, iPhones or iPads. These compact headphones are extremely comfortable and offer the same powerful, detailed sound reproduction that has made Klipsch a popular choice among discriminating listeners since 1946. The Image ONE covers a wide frequency range with dynamic detail and delivers strikingly realistic sound with a moving coil 40mm speaker. Each lightweight, pivoting ear cup features premium leather and a special high-density memory foam for hours of listening pleasure and superior passive noise-isolation, which blocks out ambient noise and provides enhanced bass. And unlike noise-canceling designs, the Image One does not require batteries. Just plug them into any device with a standard 3.5mm headphone jack and you’re ready to enjoy the full impact of your tunes. The mic and remote functionality support select Apple products, and the mic is a highly intelligible 360 degree design with echo cancellation, so your voice will be heard crystal clear without having to talk down, or directly, into it. The Image ONE cables feature improved strain relief for extreme durability and also minimize unwanted tangling
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167 of 179 people found the following review helpful
As an owner of all of Klipsch' IEM's, I was extremely pleased to hear Klipsch would soon be releasing an actual Headphone model, and couldn't wait to get my hands on a pair. Well the day finally came (A little over a month ago, but Amazon didn't yet have the product available for review) and I've put 'em through their paces.
FIRST IMPRESSION
The box is pretty unassuming and the Apple store even had it hanging from a peg, right next to the Dre Beats and Skullcandy's. Say wha??? But fret not. It's whats inside that counts, and these count in a big way. Accessories include a nice zippered pouch, the typical 1/8" to 1/4" headphone adapter, an airline adapter, the manual, the warranty card, etc. Pretty much what you'd expect to find when de-boxing headphones. But you're not reading this to hear about accessories, so let me get right to it.
BUILD QUALITY
The Image One's are quite nice looking and are seemingly well built. Although plastic is the primary material, it's quite sturdy and unlike the "creaky" Dre Beats. The leather patches on the outside of each 'phone are a nice touch and when mixed with the "chrome" accents, such as the Klipsch name, look really nice. The cable is actually thicker than most and seems to be quite sturdy. These aren't quite what I would call a work of art, but are still something you'll feel proud wearing and feel as if your money was well spent.
AUDIO QUALITY
Audio quality is very good. I've got probably 30 pairs of earphones/headphones floating around, and the only pair I like more than these, are the B&W P5s. But then again, those are in a completely different class.
BASS: If you're looking for a super-flat set of headphones, these aren't it. These have a VERY NICE bass response, but without sounding like a "fart cannon" and/or disturbing the rest of the spectrum. This is in contrast to a lot of other 'phones that can't seem to quite get it right. They're either all bass and trash the mids and highs (Dre Beats), or they are super clear from 800Khz on up, but have very little bass response(Etymotic HF3). It seems as if Klipsch finally got it right.
MIDS and HIGHS: The mids and highs are ultra smooth and there weren't any noticeable spikes, which could lead to audio fatigue. The bass seems to be the only aspect that is a bit "colored". I listened to several genre's of music from Dubstep to Classical and was equally impressed with the performance on them all. I could literally pick out the instruments being played and I felt as if I was right there in the studio.
COMFORT AND OPERATION
COMFORT: These are closed-back, supra-aural headphones. Meaning they sit on the ear, instead of over it. That being said, the soft leather pads and the design make them quite comfortable. I was able to listen for extended periods of time (2hrs+) without any major discomfort. My ears were, not surprisingly, a bit warm after use, but that's about it. Very nice.
MIC/IPOD CONTROLS: The control "stick" is located down on your chest, right where the "Y" splits off (I have uploaded a close up and added it to the image gallery). Some may not like this as much as having it up by your ears, but I actually prefer this design. To me, it's just easier to reach and control. The downside to having the stick lower is the mic is now further away from your mouth. That being said, I found mic clarity to be a bit muffled, and a heavy wind would cause the typical "audio-blowout", but neither were bad enough for me to consider a major negative. I don't use these on my iDevices much anyway.
SOUND LEAKAGE: The leather and foam pads do a nice job of keeping the sound in your ears, where it belongs. In fact, with a perfect "seal", I heard no leakage at all with my Fuze full-throttle. However, once the seal is lost, you do get some leakage (to be expected), but it's still nothing to be overly concerned about. I would feel comfortable using these in a library, as long as I didn't have the volume full-blast.
CONCLUSION
I simply cannot recommend these enough. I read somewhere that these were designed to be the Image S4's in a full size form factor. This is not the case. These sound very different from the S4's, and in a good way. The clarity, bass response and soundstage is pretty amazing. If you've been primarily an IEM user, and aren't going to the gym everyday, you owe it to yourself to try a pair. You'll be pleasantly surprised. They're priced right, look right and most importantly, sound right. A winner in my book.
Recommended.
FIRST IMPRESSION
The box is pretty unassuming and the Apple store even had it hanging from a peg, right next to the Dre Beats and Skullcandy's. Say wha??? But fret not. It's whats inside that counts, and these count in a big way. Accessories include a nice zippered pouch, the typical 1/8" to 1/4" headphone adapter, an airline adapter, the manual, the warranty card, etc. Pretty much what you'd expect to find when de-boxing headphones. But you're not reading this to hear about accessories, so let me get right to it.
BUILD QUALITY
The Image One's are quite nice looking and are seemingly well built. Although plastic is the primary material, it's quite sturdy and unlike the "creaky" Dre Beats. The leather patches on the outside of each 'phone are a nice touch and when mixed with the "chrome" accents, such as the Klipsch name, look really nice. The cable is actually thicker than most and seems to be quite sturdy. These aren't quite what I would call a work of art, but are still something you'll feel proud wearing and feel as if your money was well spent.
AUDIO QUALITY
Audio quality is very good. I've got probably 30 pairs of earphones/headphones floating around, and the only pair I like more than these, are the B&W P5s. But then again, those are in a completely different class.
BASS: If you're looking for a super-flat set of headphones, these aren't it. These have a VERY NICE bass response, but without sounding like a "fart cannon" and/or disturbing the rest of the spectrum. This is in contrast to a lot of other 'phones that can't seem to quite get it right. They're either all bass and trash the mids and highs (Dre Beats), or they are super clear from 800Khz on up, but have very little bass response(Etymotic HF3). It seems as if Klipsch finally got it right.
MIDS and HIGHS: The mids and highs are ultra smooth and there weren't any noticeable spikes, which could lead to audio fatigue. The bass seems to be the only aspect that is a bit "colored". I listened to several genre's of music from Dubstep to Classical and was equally impressed with the performance on them all. I could literally pick out the instruments being played and I felt as if I was right there in the studio.
COMFORT AND OPERATION
COMFORT: These are closed-back, supra-aural headphones. Meaning they sit on the ear, instead of over it. That being said, the soft leather pads and the design make them quite comfortable. I was able to listen for extended periods of time (2hrs+) without any major discomfort. My ears were, not surprisingly, a bit warm after use, but that's about it. Very nice.
MIC/IPOD CONTROLS: The control "stick" is located down on your chest, right where the "Y" splits off (I have uploaded a close up and added it to the image gallery). Some may not like this as much as having it up by your ears, but I actually prefer this design. To me, it's just easier to reach and control. The downside to having the stick lower is the mic is now further away from your mouth. That being said, I found mic clarity to be a bit muffled, and a heavy wind would cause the typical "audio-blowout", but neither were bad enough for me to consider a major negative. I don't use these on my iDevices much anyway.
SOUND LEAKAGE: The leather and foam pads do a nice job of keeping the sound in your ears, where it belongs. In fact, with a perfect "seal", I heard no leakage at all with my Fuze full-throttle. However, once the seal is lost, you do get some leakage (to be expected), but it's still nothing to be overly concerned about. I would feel comfortable using these in a library, as long as I didn't have the volume full-blast.
CONCLUSION
I simply cannot recommend these enough. I read somewhere that these were designed to be the Image S4's in a full size form factor. This is not the case. These sound very different from the S4's, and in a good way. The clarity, bass response and soundstage is pretty amazing. If you've been primarily an IEM user, and aren't going to the gym everyday, you owe it to yourself to try a pair. You'll be pleasantly surprised. They're priced right, look right and most importantly, sound right. A winner in my book.
Recommended.
18 of 19 people found the following review helpful
In the last 30 days I have purchased 3 pairs of headphones, these Klipsch phones,the AT ANC-7b phones and the Shure SE 215 ear buds. I also have purchased a Fiio E-11 headphone amp. I have burned in all three sets > 40 hours or more.
The reason I have been stocking up on headsets is because my travel has picked up significantly. Because I fly mostly regional jets which are especially noisy, I've been looking for some relief.
Because of their active noise cancelling feature, the ATs have won the place in my backpack for air travel. Coupled with the headphone amp, they really do a nice job of cancelling the airplanes' rumble and offer up decent sound. Yes, I said decent but not what I would call great. I'm not a bass-head but, even with that said, the ATs are a little lacking in the lower frequency department. They are very clear, especially in the mids and the highs are adequate. Yet, I foresee myself ONLY using the ATs on airplanes.
As for the Shure SE 215s their output does, in my opinion, approach greatness. It's nearly hard to believe that sound so rich and full can come from such a small package. So why the hesitation? As other reviewers have pointed out, they are a pain in the neck to stick in your ears. The so called "memory wire" is effective at locking the buds in securely and for providing a great seal but I just don't think that it should be necessary to use two hands to use a pair of earbuds. On a plane, I found that taking them out for the occasional flight attendant conversation was a hassle. However, again, all said, they really sound very, very good. Well worth the $100.
So how about the Klipsch Image ONE Premiums? Very impressive indeed. For pure music pleasure, these guys get my vote when compared to the other two sets. Very realistic across all frequencies: beautiful bass reproduction, reedy strings, crystal clear highs - the whole package. Because I thought the ATs would sound as good (or nearly as good) as the Klipsch phones AND offer the ANC feature, I bought that set after I bought the Klipsch phones. Truthfully, I probably shouldn't have done so. With the Fiio amp, I could have just cranked the volume a little more to mask the ambient noise.
So now I have three decent sets with three different purposes: the AT ANCs for travel, the Shures for inconspicuous walks and uses where I don't feel like wearing a "headdress" and the Klipsch Image ONEs for stationary, critical listening.
If you're looking for a really fine set of headphones for under $200 I don't know that these Klipsch phones can be beat.
EDIT: The price here at Amazon seems to have dropped to below $90. My first comments were that these were an exceptional, under $200 value. Under $100 is unbelievable! Buy with confidence and enjoy
The reason I have been stocking up on headsets is because my travel has picked up significantly. Because I fly mostly regional jets which are especially noisy, I've been looking for some relief.
Because of their active noise cancelling feature, the ATs have won the place in my backpack for air travel. Coupled with the headphone amp, they really do a nice job of cancelling the airplanes' rumble and offer up decent sound. Yes, I said decent but not what I would call great. I'm not a bass-head but, even with that said, the ATs are a little lacking in the lower frequency department. They are very clear, especially in the mids and the highs are adequate. Yet, I foresee myself ONLY using the ATs on airplanes.
As for the Shure SE 215s their output does, in my opinion, approach greatness. It's nearly hard to believe that sound so rich and full can come from such a small package. So why the hesitation? As other reviewers have pointed out, they are a pain in the neck to stick in your ears. The so called "memory wire" is effective at locking the buds in securely and for providing a great seal but I just don't think that it should be necessary to use two hands to use a pair of earbuds. On a plane, I found that taking them out for the occasional flight attendant conversation was a hassle. However, again, all said, they really sound very, very good. Well worth the $100.
So how about the Klipsch Image ONE Premiums? Very impressive indeed. For pure music pleasure, these guys get my vote when compared to the other two sets. Very realistic across all frequencies: beautiful bass reproduction, reedy strings, crystal clear highs - the whole package. Because I thought the ATs would sound as good (or nearly as good) as the Klipsch phones AND offer the ANC feature, I bought that set after I bought the Klipsch phones. Truthfully, I probably shouldn't have done so. With the Fiio amp, I could have just cranked the volume a little more to mask the ambient noise.
So now I have three decent sets with three different purposes: the AT ANCs for travel, the Shures for inconspicuous walks and uses where I don't feel like wearing a "headdress" and the Klipsch Image ONEs for stationary, critical listening.
If you're looking for a really fine set of headphones for under $200 I don't know that these Klipsch phones can be beat.
EDIT: The price here at Amazon seems to have dropped to below $90. My first comments were that these were an exceptional, under $200 value. Under $100 is unbelievable! Buy with confidence and enjoy
86 of 105 people found the following review helpful
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I'm writing this review just after I finished spending an evening comparing my Klipsch Image One headphones against several others, including the Sennheiser HD555 open-air over-ear headphones, Etymotic ER-6i in-ear buds, and a now-discontinued pair of Ultimate Ears 5-series in-ear buds. Along the way, I used the Klipsch Image One 'phones with a wide variety of music ranging from alternative rock to dance to show tunes, alternative to metal, jazz and hip-hop. On the whole, I'd say that the Klipsch Image One's are moderately high-quality headphones, but they have a glaring problem that makes me think they only really will appeal to a certain kind of music listener.
The Good:
1. Build quality, materials and construction all seem relatively high. They bend and pivot where they're supposed to without a lot of flex and groaning.
2. Lightweight and remarkably comfortable. i usually don't like on-ear headphones, but these were among the most comfortable I've tried.
3. Nice case and packaging. Easy to pack and unpack, small and easy to stow in bags, backpacks or luggage. The case is stiff, so it gives the 'phones some protection.
4. Nice remote control system for iPhones. I only tested it with my iPhone 4, but it was responsive and did a good job controlling volume/play/pause.
5. Really nice sound with certain kinds of music, especially tunes that were recorded specifically assuming they'd be played back over punchy bass-heavy speakers. You know the kind I'm talking about, mainly dance and hip hop.
6. Good sound isolation for a pair of on-ear, passive headphones. Not at all in the same league as the Etymotic or Ultimate Ears in-ear units in terms of isolation, but not bad.
The Bad:
1. Most of the time, the bass was too punchy, almost suffocating. In many, many songs, the bass was so over-emphasized that the lyrics were muddied to the point where I might not have been able to understand them if I wasn't already familiar with the song. Many compositions sounded completely different E.g., while listening the Crane Wife 1+2 by the Decemberists, Colin Meloy's voice was so muffled it sounded as if coming from the next room, and Nate Query's Bass Violin & John Moen's drums took over the show. Other examples could be given, but the results were consistent. On the whole the Klipsch Image One's compared very unfavorably to the open and neutral sound of the Sennheiser HDR555, which still managed to bring a strong and pleasant - but not exaggerated - bass line to the party. When I had the Klipsch on it felt like I had a pillow on my head while sitting under the bleachers at a concert. They gave me a headache. Excessively punchy bass distorted the music and muddied the mid- and high-ends.
2. Price seems fair given the appearance and build quality of these 'phones, but it is kind of high given the sound quality.
Given this, my recommendation is that if you are looking for a set of 'phones for listening around the house, you PROBABLY would be happier with the Sennheiser HDR555 unit (or a comparable model like the well-known Grado SR-60 or a half dozen other options). They are much lower priced and sound much better on most kinds of music. Conversely, if you're primarily looking for something for portable listening, you PROBABLY would be happier with a good set of in-ear buds by Etymotic or UE. They are much more portable, have better sound than the Klipsch and better passive isolation.
HOWEVER, if you listen to the kind of bass-heavy music that the Klipsch seems designed to reproduce, and if you can't stand the feel of in-ear buds, then the Klipsch might be a good choice for you. Bottom line, I don't think they're bad, I just don't think they're a great choice for most of the people out there given other options at the same or lower price points.
The Good:
1. Build quality, materials and construction all seem relatively high. They bend and pivot where they're supposed to without a lot of flex and groaning.
2. Lightweight and remarkably comfortable. i usually don't like on-ear headphones, but these were among the most comfortable I've tried.
3. Nice case and packaging. Easy to pack and unpack, small and easy to stow in bags, backpacks or luggage. The case is stiff, so it gives the 'phones some protection.
4. Nice remote control system for iPhones. I only tested it with my iPhone 4, but it was responsive and did a good job controlling volume/play/pause.
5. Really nice sound with certain kinds of music, especially tunes that were recorded specifically assuming they'd be played back over punchy bass-heavy speakers. You know the kind I'm talking about, mainly dance and hip hop.
6. Good sound isolation for a pair of on-ear, passive headphones. Not at all in the same league as the Etymotic or Ultimate Ears in-ear units in terms of isolation, but not bad.
The Bad:
1. Most of the time, the bass was too punchy, almost suffocating. In many, many songs, the bass was so over-emphasized that the lyrics were muddied to the point where I might not have been able to understand them if I wasn't already familiar with the song. Many compositions sounded completely different E.g., while listening the Crane Wife 1+2 by the Decemberists, Colin Meloy's voice was so muffled it sounded as if coming from the next room, and Nate Query's Bass Violin & John Moen's drums took over the show. Other examples could be given, but the results were consistent. On the whole the Klipsch Image One's compared very unfavorably to the open and neutral sound of the Sennheiser HDR555, which still managed to bring a strong and pleasant - but not exaggerated - bass line to the party. When I had the Klipsch on it felt like I had a pillow on my head while sitting under the bleachers at a concert. They gave me a headache. Excessively punchy bass distorted the music and muddied the mid- and high-ends.
2. Price seems fair given the appearance and build quality of these 'phones, but it is kind of high given the sound quality.
Given this, my recommendation is that if you are looking for a set of 'phones for listening around the house, you PROBABLY would be happier with the Sennheiser HDR555 unit (or a comparable model like the well-known Grado SR-60 or a half dozen other options). They are much lower priced and sound much better on most kinds of music. Conversely, if you're primarily looking for something for portable listening, you PROBABLY would be happier with a good set of in-ear buds by Etymotic or UE. They are much more portable, have better sound than the Klipsch and better passive isolation.
HOWEVER, if you listen to the kind of bass-heavy music that the Klipsch seems designed to reproduce, and if you can't stand the feel of in-ear buds, then the Klipsch might be a good choice for you. Bottom line, I don't think they're bad, I just don't think they're a great choice for most of the people out there given other options at the same or lower price points.
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