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AKG's New Flagship IEM - N5005
Nov 23, 2021 at 3:53 PM Post #1,231 of 1,541
Nov 23, 2021 at 3:55 PM Post #1,232 of 1,541
ericp10 said:
Good fine, but note that it's just the Bluetooth version and not the whole $1K package. But it's still worth it; I mainly listen to mine through Bluetooth anyway. Enjoy! Still one of my TOTL earphones!
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Looks to be the complete package:
  • 1 x Headphones
  • 1 x USB charging cable
  • 1 x Bluetooth cable
  • 1 x Detachable twist cable with universal 3-button remote/mic
  • 1 x Detachable twist 2.5mm audio balance cable
  • 4 x Sets of eartips (XS, S, M, L)
  • 3 x Sets of Spinfit eartips (S, M, L)
  • 4 x Sound filters: Bass Boost, reference sound, mid-high boost and high boost
  • 1 x Premium Pouch
  • 1 x Cleaning tool
  • 1 x Flight adapter
  • 1 x Serial Number Plate
 
Nov 23, 2021 at 4:13 PM Post #1,233 of 1,541
rantng said:
Looks to be the complete package:
  • 1 x Headphones
  • 1 x USB charging cable
  • 1 x Bluetooth cable
  • 1 x Detachable twist cable with universal 3-button remote/mic
  • 1 x Detachable twist 2.5mm audio balance cable
  • 4 x Sets of eartips (XS, S, M, L)
  • 3 x Sets of Spinfit eartips (S, M, L)
  • 4 x Sound filters: Bass Boost, reference sound, mid-high boost and high boost
  • 1 x Premium Pouch
  • 1 x Cleaning tool
  • 1 x Flight adapter
  • 1 x Serial Number Plate
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I guess I'll find out... It's a shame they didn't have more stock for those that were interested.
 
Nov 23, 2021 at 5:32 PM Post #1,234 of 1,541
Okay, maybe I'm mistaken because the photo is only of the Bluetooth cables with earphones. If I am, that's a fantastic deal! I would get another pair for that price.
 
Nov 29, 2021 at 2:58 PM Post #1,235 of 1,541
rlw6534 said:
I guess I'll find out... It's a shame they didn't have more stock for those that were interested.
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For those that were wondering, it was a fully sealed brand-new complete package, serial 20XXX.
 
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Dec 21, 2021 at 8:09 AM Post #1,237 of 1,541
Better late than never. Got mine at $200 and with the feature-set, more than worth it though I do understand why some really thought this was bass-light and had difficulties with the fit. None of the stock tips (which are admittedly low quality and had dimpling out-of-the-box hence no seal) and packaged Spinfit tips worked for me. Had to temporarily settle with my Complys for now.

Still looking for XL silicons that will give me the right fit, hoping for the Ortofons or Spiral Dots though can someone confirm if the Spinfits CP100 is compatible because it's the only Spinfits with XL sizing?
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Dec 21, 2021 at 9:41 AM Post #1,239 of 1,541
BenF said:
How are they compared to your K3003?
I paid 1000$ for my K3003, would kill to get a brand new N5005 for 200$...
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Paid $700 for my K3003 but that was back then 2014. Quite diff honestly as the N5005 doesn’t have the sparkle and treble of the K3003. Both do extend bass really well and have wide staging. Weirdly though, the K3003 has better soundstage height and depth but other than that the N5005 has better technicalities overall and handles layering in busy tracks better than the K3003, especially given its age.

PS: Still hoping if the Spinfits CP100 would fit these, why would Spinfit do not have SL for the CP145…
 
Dec 21, 2021 at 10:17 AM Post #1,240 of 1,541
BenF said:
How are they compared to your K3003?
I paid 1000$ for my K3003, would kill to get a brand new N5005 for 200$...
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i have both and the 5005s have completely replaced my 3003s. the mid high boost gives you the same sparkle and brilliance of the 3003s while having a better low end. as long as you can find comfortable tips ( i use the spiral dots previously mentioned in this thread) they have all the technical ability of the 3003 and then some.
 
Dec 21, 2021 at 10:33 AM Post #1,241 of 1,541
d m41n man said:
Paid $700 for my K3003 but that was back then 2014. Quite diff honestly as the N5005 doesn’t have the sparkle and treble of the K3003. Both do extend bass really well and have wide staging. Weirdly though, the K3003 has better soundstage height and depth but other than that the N5005 has better technicalities overall and handles layering in busy tracks better than the K3003, especially given its age.

PS: Still hoping if the Spinfits CP100 would fit these, why would Spinfit do not have SL for the CP145…
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AKGunkie said:
i have both and the 5005s have completely replaced my 3003s. the mid high boost gives you the same sparkle and brilliance of the 3003s while having a better low end. as long as you can find comfortable tips ( i use the spiral dots previously mentioned in this thread) they have all the technical ability of the 3003 and then some.
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Which one is more musical/naturally sounding?
 
Dec 21, 2021 at 10:34 AM Post #1,242 of 1,541
Dec 21, 2021 at 11:23 AM Post #1,243 of 1,541
BenF said:
How are they compared to your K3003?
I paid 1000$ for my K3003, would kill to get a brand new N5005 for 200$...
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You may be able to find one really cheap on AKG/Samsung's refurbished site.
 
Dec 21, 2021 at 11:30 AM Post #1,244 of 1,541
tinyman392 said:
You may be able to find one really cheap on AKG/Samsung's refurbished site.
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I just set up a Slickdeals alert several months ago and that's how I snagged the brand new set in November for $199. They did sell out fast, though.
 
Dec 21, 2021 at 11:42 AM Post #1,245 of 1,541
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