Technics EAH-AZ100-N
BASN Bmaster BMST
What Buyers Say
Technics EAH-AZ100-N
The Technics EAH-AZ100 earbuds receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional sound quality, particularly with LDAC and Dolby Atmos. Users highlight the surprisingly effective AI-powered call noise cancellation, which blocks out background noise like screaming children or car washes. Comfort and customization via the app are also praised, though some note the ANC is slightly weaker than the previous AZ80 model.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality with LDAC
- AI-powered call noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit for hours
- Customizable EQ via app
- Effective ANC and pass-through modes
Cons
- High price point ($300)
- ANC slightly weaker than AZ80
- Touch controls take getting used to
BASN Bmaster BMST
The BASN Bmaster in-ear monitors receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their impressive sound quality, comfort, and value for money. Users frequently compare them favorably to much more expensive IEMs, praising the clean bass and non-shrill highs. However, a few reviews mention reliability concerns with the cable connection and some find the sound signature lacking compared to other budget options. Overall, most buyers are highly satisfied, especially considering the affordable price point.
Pros
- Impressive sound quality for the price
- Comfortable fit for long wear
- Excellent noise isolation
- Lightweight design
- Good build quality
Cons
- Intermittent microphone cable connection
- Sound signature may lack mids and treble for some
- Cable color coding not as described
- Small L and R markings on cables
- No active noise cancellation
Scores
Specifications
| Technics EAH-AZ100-N | BASN Bmaster BMST | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | — |
| Ear Tips | Extra large, Large, Medium, Small | — |
| Weight | 0.05 kg★ | — |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 10 mm | 10 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 3★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | — | 34 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC | — |
| Surround | Dolby Atmos | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✓★ | — |
| ANC Type | adaptive | — |
| Transparency | ✓★ | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✓★ | — |
| Bluetooth | 5.3★ | — |
| Profiles | AVRCP, A2DP, HSP, HFP, TMAP, PBP | — |
| Multipoint | ✓★ | — |
| Wired Connector | Bluetooth | — |
| Range | 10 m★ | — |
| Earbud Battery | ||
| Battery Life | 8 hrs★ | — |
| Charge Time | 2.5 hrs★ | — |
| Fast Charging | 15 min. for 90 min. playback | — |
| Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | 28 hrs★ | — |
| Case Charging | USB-C★ | — |
| Wireless Charging | ✓★ | — |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mic Count | 6★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✓★ | — |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | Google Assistant, Siri | — |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | — |
| App | Android & iOS | — |
| Volume Limiting | ✗ | — |
| Gaming Mode | ✗ | — |
| Bone Conduction | ✗ | — |
| Water Resistance | IPX4 | — |
Pros & Cons
Technics EAH-AZ100-N
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
BASN Bmaster BMST
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong sound (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (66th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average comfort (28th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average build (34th percentile)
Pricing
Technics EAH-AZ100-N
BASN Bmaster BMST
No current pricing available
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 19 of 39 specs.
