Klipsch Image S4i Earphones with Microphone
A premium noise-isolating earphone set, the Klipsch Image S4i offers an echo-canceling microphone and three-button control for iPhone and iPod. Exclusive oval ear-tips provide a custom, comfortable fit with enhanced bass performance.
- Convenient yoke mounted remote control
- Great voice clarity and easy answer/hang-up
- Superior long-term comfort and noise isolation
- Accurate, powerful bass and precise mids and highs
Overview
The breakthrough Klipsch Image S4i in-ear headset lets you enjoy superior sound, control your music library, as well as answer and end calls without skipping a beat—and all in a beautiful piano black finish with chrome accents.
Perfect compatibility
An advanced three-button remote seamlessly handles voice and/or music control for the iPhone 3GS, 3rd-generation iPod shuffle, 2nd-generation iPod touch, 4th-generation iPod nano and the 120GB iPod classic and is fully compatible with the Apple VoiceOver feature on iPhone 3GS and 3rd-generation iPod shuffle.
The remote and mic are supported only by iPod nano (4th generation), iPod classic (120GB), iPod touch (2nd generation), and iPhone 3GS. The remote is supported by iPod shuffle (3rd generation). Audio is supported by all iPod models.
Requires software version 1.0.3 for iPod nano (4th generation), 2.0.1 for iPod classic (120GB), and 2.2 or later for iPod touch (2nd generation).
Designed for easy use
The S4i positions its in-line microphone and remote at the yoke—where the two cables meet at chest level—to create a more natural feel when answering calls and controlling music.
Advanced microphone quality
The highly intelligible 360-degree microphone frees you from talking down into it. You also get echo cancellation, which keeps the mic from picking up external noise.
Superior comfort
Exclusive soft and flexible oval ear tips naturally fit the contours of your ear canals, providing comfortable long-term wear as well as producing a perfect acoustic seal. This noise isolation allows you to enjoy your music at lower, safer volumes.
Features
- Compatible with Apple Voice Control and Voice Over technology (iPhone 3GS and shuffle 3rd generation)
- Three-button remote handles voice and music control
- Headphone functionality for all iPod models
- Unique washable oval ear tips for long-term wearing comfort
- Highly intelligible 360-degree in-line mic
- Superior noise-isolating design
- Smooth sound with enhanced bass
- Durable, built-in strain relief
- Skype compatible
- Clothing clip
Did you notice?
Advanced three-button remote handles voice and/or music control of iPhone 3GS, 3rd-generation iPod shuffle, 2nd-generation iPod touch and more.
Apple Recommends for...
A great choice for music-loving, multi-tasking iPhone and iPod users who want unique control of music, easy answer-ending calls and superior sound.
Technical specifications
- Frequency response: 10hz-19kHz
- Sensitivity: 110 SPL/mW
- Nominal impedance: 18 Ohms
What's in the box?
- Klipsch Image S4i Earphones
- Four different-sized ear tips
- Ear-tip cleaning tool
- Premium carrying pouch and a clothing clip
Warranty
Two years (For details, please visit www.klipsch.com/na-en/support/policies/consumer-and-commercial/.)
Mfr. Part No.: 1011235
This accessory is compatible with the following:
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iPhone 3GS
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iPhone 3G
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iPod touch
2nd generation -
iPod classic
120GB 160GB (2009) -
iPod nano
5th generation (video camera) -
iPod nano
4th generation (video) -
iPod shuffle
3rd generation
Most Useful Reviews
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Klipsch Image S4i Earphones with Microphone
great sound for a great price
Written by KM from Philadelphia
17-Aug-2009
My bose in ear headphones finally wore out after three years of heavy use. I was looking for comparable sound quality for a reasonable price as well as a microphone for answering calls. I attempted to try the upgraded Apple earphones but they were lacking in sound quality, so I purchased these instead. The difference is huge!
The headphones have good bass and a pleasantly balanced sound. There is no distortion at full volume on my iphone 3GS and the remote control offers voice control and full music control. The earbud covers are comfortable and block out noise effectively. They also fit quite snugly in my ear and are light so they don't fall out even when moving around. When listening to hip hop or electronic music the low end sounds good but it doesn't overpower the other tones. The mic sounds good but works best when you hold it a little closer to your mouth.
These sound better than my old bose in ear headphones at a cheaper price, I definitely recommend them. …More83 of 94 people found this useful
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Klipsch Image S4i Earphones with Microphone
umm, yea . . . wow!!
Written by JP from Weston
24-Aug-2009
In makeing this purchase, i went from the apple earbuds, to the v-moda vibe II earbuds and finally i landed on these after finding them on cnet, so i would like to think i have a little experience with the competition.
the apple earbuds seemed alright but the sound quality didnt seem to match the price point for me. The mids and highs were clear but the bass was on the lighter side for my taste. also the silicone coverings would sometimes slide in my ear. the v-modas had way too much base, were heavy in my ear due to the metal construction and the cord made tons of noise when i would move around. Definatly not for me!!
in trying to describe these, i can find nothing to say other than they are sublime! light weight construction, simple attractive design, and the sound quality is in a word, perfect. nice sharp highs, clean clear mids, powerful yet not overwelming bass. i even love how easy it is to tell the difference between left and right ears!! the answer is simple . . . BUY THESE HEADPHONES!!!!! you definatly wont find better anywhere near this price point! …More66 of 75 people found this useful
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Klipsch Image S4i Earphones with Microphone
Look no further, the Klipsch Image S4i have arrived
Written by MB from Durham
14-Aug-2009
I searched everywhere for these, but finally found them in an Apple retail store. The Klipsch Image S4i are AMAZING...the sound, earbud seal and 3 button remote work flawlessly. If your looking at the Apple premium earbuds spend the extra $20, you'll be glad that you did. …More
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Most Recent Reviews
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Klipsch Image S4i Earphones with Microphone
Klipsch image s4i headphones are ok but not 100% compatible with the iphone
Written by DT from Bethpage
17-Dec-2009
volume doesn't work, ipod function starts up automatically when the headset is plugged into the iphone 3g, which is annoying.
2 of 4 people found this useful
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Klipsch Image S4i Earphones with Microphone
Wow...what a surprise
Written by FS from Ashland
15-Dec-2009
Recently, I had the opportunity to try both the Shure SE115m+ and the KIlpsch S4i. I have owned Shure products in the past and have always enjoyed them, so I was expecting to be equally thrilled with the new product for my iPhone. To my amazement, the Klipsch won the contest hands down. The Klipsch sounds were much cleaner and crisper, and the earbuds more comfortable. For me, it was the equivalent of going to a concert and leaving the hall and running to the rest room. The Shures sounded flat and a bit muddy. But put the Klipsch in, and it was like stepping into the room where the concert is being held. My only gripe on the Klipsch is perhaps a bit too much bass. …More
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Klipsch Image S4i Earphones with Microphone
I don't know how anyone could give this a 5 star rating
Written by NT from Singapore
15-Dec-2009
Naturally, anyone who upgrades from the stock earphones might feel blown away with these, however, if you are someone who appreciates the finer things in life, stay away from these.
The "piano black finish with chrome accents" is hardly beautiful at all, other than the gold tip, everything upwards right up to the ear buds look and feel cheap.
You will definitely have to hold the mic up to your mouth so the person at the end of the line could hear you. My Apple In-Ear Headphones fared better in this aspect.
The wires also tangle easily, unlike the Apple In-Ear Headphones, which kind of has a tendency to untangle itself.
Sound-wise, if you are looking for something that is crystal clear, where details can be heard, where you can distinguish the various musical instruments, and feel as if the vocalist is singing right in front of you, has deep bass but not overly powerful, this is not it.
I do not know how to describe in terms of midtones, overtones, lows or highs, but I know what good sound is.
I have downloaded some looping sounds to break these in, no luck.
You know how the diaphragm in the earphones sound like they are breaking apart when trying to produce certain sounds, I am not sure if this is what you call distortion, but I have so far discovered a few songs in my library that causes this. They are encoded at 256kbps and above.
1. I Want to Know What Love Is (Mariah Carey)
2. Vanilla Twilight (Owl City).
One tip though, do not test this pair of earphone on a Dell notebook, my girlfriend has a company one and the same songs sounded much worse. I am testing this on my iPhone 3GS and Early 2009 iMac.
I was going to give this a 2 Star rating, but seeing how the Overview section shamelessly markets this product as a premium set, I am giving only 1 Star.
I do not know before what kind of company Klipsch is or what their philosophy is, but I do know now if anyone is looking for good sound, look somewhere else. …More9 of 29 people found this useful
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Questions & Answers
Most Interesting
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Due to the fact that the mic of the Klipsch Image S4i Earphones is located below the chin, does it capture the sound in an effective way?
- Asked by PL from Arcozelo
- 17-Oct-2009
Best Answer
A review at Gizmodo on August 16, 2009, stated: "Mic quality is fine, too. The Image S4i's mic sits below your chin, nestled inside the inline controls. It's a natural location, and the headset's buttons, which include volume controls, were easy to find and press, though the whole unit is a little slippery for sweaty exercise fingers. The mic, or its location, probably, gave my voice a boomier sound than I got from the Vibes or the Etymotics, though I remained completely intelligible, and background noises, like the mic bouncing off my shirt, or even a rickety old air conditioner, were very hard to notice on the other end of the line. As a bonus, these headsets work in the headphone jack on Unibody MacBooks, for VoIP use."
(source: gizmodo.com / 5338482 / klipsch-image-s4i-review) …More- Answered by FW from Glenn Dale
- 19-Oct-2009
- 8 of 8 people found this useful
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Will it work with Gen1 iphones, and if it does, to what extent. Best Headset for Gen 1 iphones.
- Asked by WM from Bay Shore
- 3-Nov-2009
Most Recent
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How is the sound isolation for the Image S4i when used on an airplane?
- Asked by CR from Lone Tree
- 5-Dec-2009
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Does the remote have volume control for playback and calls?
- Asked by RH from dublin
- 3-Dec-2009
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Does movement cause sound to track up the wires of the headphones
- Asked by DL from Ipswich
- 27-Nov-2009
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Will the remote work with the new 64gb ipod touch thanks...
- Asked by SM from west mids
- 20-Nov-2009
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Does the mic sufficiently cancel out road noise while driving? What's the best noise canceling microphone headset (wired)?
- Asked by BR from Beltsville
- 11-Nov-2009
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Will it work with Gen1 iphones, and if it does, to what extent. Best Headset for Gen 1 iphones.
- Asked by WM from Bay Shore
- 3-Nov-2009
