BASN SPM-Brown
Technics EAH-AZ100
What Buyers Say
BASN SPM-Brown
The BASN in-ear monitors receive overwhelmingly positive feedback for their exceptional value at a low price point. Users praise the comfortable fit, clear sound with good bass, and suitability for musicians and church use. A few negative reviews mention issues with sound quality and durability, but the majority find them a worthy alternative to more expensive brands.
Pros
- Exceptional value for money
- Comfortable fit
- Clear sound with good bass
- Great for musicians and church use
- Good alternative to expensive brands
Cons
- Left side stopped working for one user
- Sound quality not audiophile grade
- Heavy in ear for some
- White silicone tips not preferred
Technics EAH-AZ100
Users are overwhelmingly positive about the Technics EAH-AZ100 earbuds, praising the exceptional sound quality, especially with LDAC and Dolby Atmos, and the surprisingly effective AI-powered call noise cancellation that blocks out background noise like screaming kids or car washes. Comfort, customization via the app, and solid battery life are also highlighted. The only potential downside mentioned is the high price, but most feel the premium features justify the cost.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality with LDAC
- AI-powered call noise cancellation
- Comfortable fit for long wear
- Customizable EQ via app
- Solid battery life
Cons
- High price point
- ANC slightly weaker than AZ80
Scores
Specifications
| BASN SPM-Brown | Technics EAH-AZ100 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | Rounded tips | true wireless |
| Ear Tips | l | 5 x Eartip Pairs |
| Weight | 0.05 kg | 0.05 kg★ |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | — | 10 mm★ |
| Drivers | 2★ | 1 |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 40 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 18 Ω | 16 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 93 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codecs | HiFi Stereo, Noise Cancellation | 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 | USB-C |
| Case Battery | ||
| Case Battery | — | 28 hrs★ |
| Case Charging | USB-C | 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 | Water-Resistant | IPX4 |
Pros & Cons
BASN SPM-Brown
- Strong sound (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Strong social proof (73rd percentile)
- Strong comfort (72nd percentile)
- Strong build (71st percentile)
- Below average connectivity (29th percentile)
- Below average anc (31st percentile)
Technics EAH-AZ100
- Strong connectivity (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong sound (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong mic (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong anc (97th percentile)97th %ile
Pricing
BASN SPM-Brown offers 3.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 15 of 40 specs.
