Firstly, I would like to thank AUSDOM for noticing my "New Members Intro" post, and messaged me promptly for an opportunity to review their products.
I have separately posted my review on my own blog, but for the convenience of forumers, I have paraphrased my review here.
[size=20.007px]Build and design[/size]
Made mostly of plastic for lightweight and reinforced with magnesium alloy, I love the classy design and the ability to fold for storage, though the folding mechanism is partially made of plastic so I reckon it would break down over time. Its synthetic ear cushions are comfortable, and you can adjust the speakers angle slightly to fit your ears. The pads offer sufficient passive noise isolation to let me enjoy music in a noisy café.
There are just 3 buttons to operate the headset. Power button functions also as play-pause and for Bluetooth pairing, while the volume buttons doubles as track next-previous selection when press-and-hold. 1 red LED on the left earpad next to the USB port indicates power and charge, while the other blue LED on the right indicates Bluetooth pairing.
But for the Ausdom M08, it is surprisingly good. I wouldn’t say awesome, but the audio experience is satisfying. It meets my benchmark for a good-sounding headset. In fact, it exceeds my expectations for an unknown brand.
What M08 offers is a neutral sound balance. The treble is not bright, but there is sufficient clarity, and definitely not muffled. The bass response delivers sufficient natural boom without sounding too forced.
If the battery runs out, you can plug the 3.5mm cable direct to the source. The audio quality is identical to wireless, except the treble is just a tinge less bright, but you wouldn’t notice the immediate difference.
On top of that, the voice prompts speak in understandable English accent, eliminating the stigma of a China product.
If you are not brand-sensitive and want a great sounding and functional wireless headset that lets you answer phone calls, I highly recommend the Ausdom M08.
You can purchase the M08 via Amazon. Thanks again to AUSDOM for providing the complimentary unit for review. Official website information: http://www.ausdom.com/m08
Bluetooth: v4.0
Bluetooth protocol: AVRCP, HFP, HSP, A2DP
Connecting interface : Micro USB, 3.5mm
Driver unit: 40mm
Frequency response : 20~20KHz
Impedance : 32ohms
Sensitivity : 90 + / – 3dB S.P.L at 1KHz
Microphone frequency: 100Hz – 10KHz
Power supply: Built-in 500mAh lithium-polymer rechargeable battery
Output power: 20mW
Play Time: 25 hours
Standby time: 250 hours
Charging time: 2 – 3 hours
Product weight : 184g
Package size (L x W x H) : 21 x 20 x 10 cm
Package contents: 1 x AUSDOM M08 Bluetooth Stereo Headset, 1 x Micro USB Charging Cable, 1 x 3.5mm Audio Cable, 1 x User Manual
I have separately posted my review on my own blog, but for the convenience of forumers, I have paraphrased my review here.
[size=20.007px]Build and design[/size]
Made mostly of plastic for lightweight and reinforced with magnesium alloy, I love the classy design and the ability to fold for storage, though the folding mechanism is partially made of plastic so I reckon it would break down over time. Its synthetic ear cushions are comfortable, and you can adjust the speakers angle slightly to fit your ears. The pads offer sufficient passive noise isolation to let me enjoy music in a noisy café.
There are just 3 buttons to operate the headset. Power button functions also as play-pause and for Bluetooth pairing, while the volume buttons doubles as track next-previous selection when press-and-hold. 1 red LED on the left earpad next to the USB port indicates power and charge, while the other blue LED on the right indicates Bluetooth pairing.
Audio Quality
I usually would not go for unknown brand audio products. The last time I reviewed the Bluedio Hurricane Turbine H+ headset, it fell flat.But for the Ausdom M08, it is surprisingly good. I wouldn’t say awesome, but the audio experience is satisfying. It meets my benchmark for a good-sounding headset. In fact, it exceeds my expectations for an unknown brand.
What M08 offers is a neutral sound balance. The treble is not bright, but there is sufficient clarity, and definitely not muffled. The bass response delivers sufficient natural boom without sounding too forced.
If the battery runs out, you can plug the 3.5mm cable direct to the source. The audio quality is identical to wireless, except the treble is just a tinge less bright, but you wouldn’t notice the immediate difference.
On top of that, the voice prompts speak in understandable English accent, eliminating the stigma of a China product.
Verdict
The Ausdom M08 is one of the gems among the lesser-known brand market segment. Very often, consumers purchase cheap audio headphones and headsets because they don’t care much about the audio quality. Then there are discerning consumers who want the best bang for the buck, yet they do not want to pay a premium for popular brands.If you are not brand-sensitive and want a great sounding and functional wireless headset that lets you answer phone calls, I highly recommend the Ausdom M08.
You can purchase the M08 via Amazon. Thanks again to AUSDOM for providing the complimentary unit for review. Official website information: http://www.ausdom.com/m08
Specs
Connectivity : Wired and WirelessBluetooth: v4.0
Bluetooth protocol: AVRCP, HFP, HSP, A2DP
Connecting interface : Micro USB, 3.5mm
Driver unit: 40mm
Frequency response : 20~20KHz
Impedance : 32ohms
Sensitivity : 90 + / – 3dB S.P.L at 1KHz
Microphone frequency: 100Hz – 10KHz
Power supply: Built-in 500mAh lithium-polymer rechargeable battery
Output power: 20mW
Play Time: 25 hours
Standby time: 250 hours
Charging time: 2 – 3 hours
Product weight : 184g
Package size (L x W x H) : 21 x 20 x 10 cm
Package contents: 1 x AUSDOM M08 Bluetooth Stereo Headset, 1 x Micro USB Charging Cable, 1 x 3.5mm Audio Cable, 1 x User Manual
