Technics EAH-AZ100-N
BASN Bmaster B5
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 B5
The BASN Bmaster 5 IEMs receive mostly positive feedback for their balanced, natural sound and excellent value at around $179. Musicians praise the clear vocals, wide soundstage, and comfortable fit, though some note the bass is flat and the build durability is questionable over time. A few users report technical issues like sound cutting out or short circuits after months of use.
Pros
- Balanced natural sound
- Clear vocals
- Wide soundstage
- Comfortable fit
- Excellent value for money
Cons
- Flat bass response
- Durability concerns over time
- Sound cutting out issues
- Short circuit after months
- Uncomfortable for small ear canals
Scores
Specifications
| Technics EAH-AZ100-N | BASN Bmaster B5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | true wireless | ear-hook |
| Ear Tips | Extra large, Large, Medium, Small | 12 sizes |
| Weight | 0.05 kg★ | 0.45 kg |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | hybrid |
| Driver Size | 10 mm | 10 mm |
| Drivers | 1 | 5★ |
| Freq Min | 20 Hz★ | — |
| Freq Max | 40 kHz★ | — |
| Impedance | — | 12.5 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓★ | — |
| Codecs | AAC, LC3, LDAC, SBC | BASN Bmaster5 In Ear Monitors, 1DLC Diaphragm+4BA 5 Drivers IEM Earphones with Silver-plated OFC Cable, Noise Isolation Wired Earbuds for Musicians (Baltic Blue) |
| 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 B5
- Strong sound (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong social proof (90th percentile)90th %ile
- Below average comfort (1st percentile)1st %ile
- Below average connectivity (13th percentile)13th %ile
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (32nd percentile)
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 19 of 39 specs.