22 January 2008
By: Florin Tibu, Audio Editor
The New Klipsch Custom Headphones
Great looks, serious pricing
Klipsch is a legendary name in the audio industry not only because of the longevity of this brand, but because of the high-quality of their every product, no matter whether we're talking the entry-level or the high-end ranges. Spearheading the audio industry for so many years and constantly setting new standards, Klipsch have become one of the reference names as far as the acoustic gear is concerned; even more, Klipsch continue innovating and re-speccing what is already in use, adding more efficiency, greater design and better performance to each new piece of tech.[admark=1]It's now time to introduce the latest headphones from Klipsch, three models in a series codenamed Custom, offering exceptional features and a professional sound which will certainly please even the most discerning audio enthusiasts. [img=4]The Custom-1, -2 and -3 headphones have been designed for the most critical users and sport both an intriguingly alluring design while being loaded with Klipsch's latest technology and drivers, offering an unforgetable experience with both music and movies, in any situation.Custom-1 is the entry-level model runs with the Klipsch KG332 balanced driver, offering exceptional bass reproduction, crisp and present midrange and clearer, more brittle HF performance at an affordable price. Ear Gel in-canal buds offer enhanced comfort for a pleasant listening even during long flights, with minimal strain on the ear and easy removal. The Custom-1 run in 30 Ohms and sell for around $130.[img=3][img=2]The Klipsch Custom-2 headphones work with the proprietary dual-balanced KG534 drivers for an even better acoustic definition with your portable media players, retaining the special Ear Gel buds for high-comfort. The Custom-2 a very lifelike audio experience and work in 16 Ohms; selling for around $199.The flagship unit in the new Klipsch Custom series is the 3 model, especially engineered to offer studio grade reference quality, obtained with the use of a patent-pending electro-acoustic crossover and a 2-way architecture based on KG 723 tweeters and KG731 woofers, working in 32 Ohms. The Custom-3 sells for a hefty $300 and comes with multiple accessories, including vinyl carrying case, adapters, Ear Gels, like the rest of the models.We are just a few, but there are many of you, Softpedia users, out there. That's why we thought it would be a good idea to create an email address for you to help us a little in finding gadgets we missed. Interesting links are bound to be posted with recognition going mainly to those who submit. The address is.

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