[BBEG]

As long as the volume is maxed on the inline slider, I don't have any problems with imbalance. Once I start adjusting it, things break down. As far as volume sliders go it's pretty crappy.

 

[manveru]

Noticed there was a review of these over on Headfonics:
 
http://headfonics.com/2012/10/philips-citiscape-uptown-headphones/
 
 
 
 

I have seen a few comparisons to the HM5 or Fischer Audio FA-003. I can understand that but I prefer the Uptown’s slightly thicker and warmer tonality to the razor thin mids and colder and narrow presentation of the FA-003. It’s not as hot or spikey either as the FA-003 but doesn’t have quite the same bass impact which the FA-003 is well known for.

 
Wow. Interesting. Everything he just said right here is the polar opposite of what I thought about the FA-003/HM5, hahaha. I thought the HM5 was as far from cold/thin as could be, super muddy in fact, and it had the smoothest least spikey treble I've ever heard. Also, I greatly dislike generous quantities of bass and bass impact, but even I found the HM5 so utterly lacking and boring in this aspect. 

¯\(°_o)/¯​

 

[FrozenFlame]

Got a message from Philips Support. Yay!
 
Dear Mr.:

Thank you for your e-mail to Philips. I will be happy to assist you today. The headphones that you purchased are a genuine pair. The difference in the labeling on the box could be the result of a last minute box design change to highlight a different or more sufficient feature, which is normal. The headphones that you currently have supports MusicSeal and high precision sound. To see additional features of the product please go here: http://www.p4c.philips.com/cgi-bin/dcbint/cpindex.pl?ctn=SHL5905BK/28&slg=en&scy=US
 
 and click on Leaflet under Manuals & Documentation.

Thank you for contacting Philips. If you need additional assistance, please contact us again and refer to INC966579.



Best Regards,



LaShauna Dixon
Philips Customer Support

 

[mrgeek]

Quote:

Noticed there was a review of these over on Headfonics:
 
http://headfonics.com/2012/10/philips-citiscape-uptown-headphones/
 
 
 
 
 
Wow. Interesting. Everything he just said right here is the polar opposite of what I thought about the FA-003/HM5, hahaha. I thought the HM5 was as far from cold/thin as could be, super muddy in fact, and it had the smoothest least spikey treble I've ever heard. Also, I greatly dislike generous quantities of bass and bass impact, but even I found the HM5 so utterly lacking and boring in this aspect. 

¯\(°_o)/¯​

Thank you for the post! I am very happy to be introduced into another headphone site!

 

[Barry S]

Wait--are you sure it was LaShauna Dixon?  You'd better take a look at this.
 

 
 
 
Quote:

...Best Regards,

LaShauna Dixon
Philips Customer Support

 

[manveru]

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Wait--are you sure it was LaShauna Dixon?  You'd better take a look at this.

 
Ahaha.

 

[FrozenFlame]

Quote:

Wait--are you sure it was LaShauna Dixon?  You'd better take a look at this.
 

 
 
 

Positive. It's LaShauna Dixon. ERMAYGAD!! Hahaha. Is this news article even real? Where can I see this online?
"said Sennheiser" That made me laugh. Haha. Watta name.

 

[mrgeek]

Great article short article i knew something was off thanks for posting!

 

[FrozenFlame]

@Barry S
 
What a nice composition bro. You almost got me with it. But when I saw "Sennheiser"... I was like: You gotta be kidding me. 

 Hahahaha. Took me long to search the web site where you created this article.. 
 
Ohhh Fodey. Haha!

 

[Barry S]

 

[rrwatch]

i have no problems at all with the slider volume control on my set. No static or in balance when I use it and it works fine. Weird for me because it seems every other HP or IEM Ive had with a inline volume has given me problems. I think these will work out fine for commuting , great seal and pretty decent isolation. They are comfortable and attractive enough to be seen wearing out and about. I have better sets and I like my HM5 clones better for more serious listening but they will be fine for using with my Ipod unamped  Decent enough for the price.

 

[Robspeed]

I knew there was something fishy about Ms. Dixon... I am new this whole scene.  I just ordered a pair of these from OneSaleADay, and they are arriving Wednesday.  I have been trying to learn more about burn in and other headphone issues, and really enjoy your discussion....although I am bit nervous about the whole possible counterfit thing.  Does anyone here listen to metal music?  I would love any input on how these might work..  thanks. 

 

[FrozenFlame]

^
The counterfeit article is not real.. The story seems to be plausible though but it's just joke. Hehe.
Metal should be fine but for me, i'm not satisfied. Everyone has different ears, so it's best if you just listen it yourself.

 

[BloodyPenguin]

I used the pair I gifted to my sister this weekend.  I must say, I enjoyed them.  Decent amount of detail.  They seemed a little bright side, but not too bad.
 
I listened to bunch of Micheal Jackson and they seemed to handle the songs well enough.  I was one of the lucky ones who paid $40 for them.  I must say, for that price, the are more than worth it.  But anything over $70 would be too much for these.
 
Comfort is just wonderful, the best I have ever worn.  Build quailty (besides the volume control) is great.  I bought the none removable pads version, which is fine, cause they are great stock.  My sister loves them for her country music.
 
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[Barry S]

The drivers loosen up a bit with some use--my pair was a little bright/harsh/echo-y out of the box, but after a small amount of use--they're fairly dark and warm.