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Updated January 10, 2024·
If price is a concern and you would like to save a bit while still getting quality earbuds, the 7hz Timeless is generally less expensive than the Etymotic ER4XR. The 7hz Timeless features a planar magnetic driver, which is known for providing detailed and responsive sound, and it’s versatile for users who want to venture into balanced audio with separate cables. However, if you prioritize accuracy and detail, especially for vocals and instruments, you might prefer the Etymotic ER4XR with its balanced armature drivers, renowned for precision, although they might be less impactful on the low end compared to planar technology. Both earbuds are high-quality, so your preference for sound signature and budget will drive your decision. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the 7hz Timeless
- The 7hz Timeless has no clear advantages over the Etymotic ER4XR.
Advantages of the Etymotic ER4XR
- Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
8.6
8.0
The 7hz Timeless and Etymotic ER4XR are both very good for music, though the 7hz Timeless is somewhat better.
Noise Reduction
5.3
9.1
The Etymotic ER4XR is excellent for noise reduction, while the 7hz Timeless is poor.
Cost
$200
$234
$100
$150
$200
$250
$300
$350
The 7hz Timeless has a price of $200 and the Etymotic ER4XR costs $234.
Build Quality
8.5
9.0
The Etymotic ER4XR has excellent build quality, while the 7hz Timeless has very good build quality.
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Key similarities
Gaming
6.6
6.2
The 7hz Timeless and Etymotic ER4XR are both only fair for gaming.
Phone Calls
4.3
4.7
The Etymotic ER4XR and 7hz Timeless are both poor for phone calls.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
6.8
7.3
Although they have very similar scores, PerfectRec considers Etymotic ER4XR to be good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the 7hz Timeless is only fair.
TV and Video
7.8
7.4
The 7hz Timeless and Etymotic ER4XR are both good for TV and video.
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Spec Comparison
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| 7hz Timeless | Etymotic ER4XR |
GENERAL | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||
$200 | $234 | ||
Brand | |||
Brand | 7hz | Etymotic | |
Release Date | |||
Release Date | August 1, 2021 | June 1, 2016 | |
Form Factor | |||
Form Factor | Earbuds | Earbuds | |
Connectivity | |||
Connectivity | Wired | Wired | |
SOUND | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Music Score | |||
Music Score | 8.6/10 | 8/10 | |
Phone Calls Score | |||
Phone Calls Score | 4.3/10 | 4.8/10 | |
Gaming Score | |||
Gaming Score | 6.7/10 | 6.3/10 | |
TV and Video Score | |||
TV and Video Score | 7.8/10 | 7.4/10 | |
Exercise Score | |||
Exercise Score | 4.3/10 | 4.1/10 | |
FEATURES | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Active Noise Cancelling | |||
Active Noise Cancelling | No | No | |
Noise Reduction Score | |||
Noise Reduction Score | 5.3/10 | 9.1/10 | |
BUILD AND DESIGN | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Build Quality | |||
Build Quality | 8.5/10 | 9/10 | |
Comfort score | |||
Comfort score | 7/10 | 6/10 | |
Size | |||
Size | Large | Small | |
Weight (headset or single earbud) | |||
Weight (headset or single earbud) | 5.5 Grams | 4 Grams | |
Waterproof Rating | |||
Waterproof Rating | 0 | 0 | |
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7hz Timeless
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Headphonesty
Kazi Mahbub Mutakabbir | May 2023
"7Hz picked a bold name for the Timeless and frankly, got very close to justifying their word choice. Most importantly, the Timeless are good to go in stock form, so you don’t have to worry about source-matching and such. I can recommend the 7Hz Timeless to those who do not mind a dash of brightness up top, want a taste of planar in IEM form, and want one of the most resolving pair of earphones in the $150 - $300 price range."
Etymotic ER4XR
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What HiFi?
What HiFi? | May 2015
"The Etymotic ER4XRs' top qualities are the detail and definition of the midrange, rewarding the closest listening. While the soundstage is large rather than gigantic, the excellent separation and spatial precision mean you can dive deep into music just as much as when wearing a pair of full-size open-backed headphones."
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About Etymotic
Etymotic Research is an American based research, development and manufacturing company founded in 1983. They invented the first insert earphones that were used for the diagnosis and research of hearing loss and other auditory disorders. They went on to pioneer the market of high fidelity, isolating, in-ear earphones.
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