After the great KR49i, I went on to try the more expensive CX98. I have to say, these are one of the best earphones I've ever heard. These have a great bass, but it's moderate and leaves enough room for the mids and highs to shine. The mids are detailed, and the highs are bright and crisp. The build quality is superb, just like KR49i's build quality.
Just like the CX98S, these earphones are for audiophiles, not for bassheads.
Wood
M+L, white (translucent), ø4mm bores
M, white (translucent), ø4mm red bores
M, grey (translucent), ø4mm red bores
M, white (translucent), ø4mm bores
Memory foam, red, ø5mm black bores
Black, 360° cable holder, branded
Orange + blue, rectangular, branded
Metal, ø5mm nozzles, stiff strain reliefs
Metal, no strain reliefs
PVC-coated, 120cm, soft, straight
Metal, straight, short, soft strain relief
Surely you'll find the tips that most suit you. I also had no trouble with finding the perfect tips for myself.
These earphones aren't bass-heavy per se, but they are very bass-capable, in a sense that the bass is extremely precise. If you want a more bassy sound, just turn on the bass booster on your device and enjoy a distortion-free sound.
The mids are clear and very detailed. Some of the best mids I've heard. Could be slightly harsh sometimes can even overpowered by the sharp highs.
The treble is crisp and very detailed, yet slightly piercing, which can be tiring. You hear every little high hat and cymbal. Slightly harsher than on CX98S.
Exposed bass vents:
Sealed bass vents:
