Bowers & Wilkins C5 In-Ear Headphones

Natural sound and superb comfort.

The C5 in-ear headphones bring you amazingly natural acoustics and fit so comfortably and securely you'll hardly be aware you're wearing them, so you can truly lose yourself in unadulterated sound, even when you're on the move.
  • Natural sound is closer to the original recording
  • Noise-isolating design for use on the move
  • Secure loop ensures comfort and fit
  • Cable with remote and microphone
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Features

Apple Recommends For

Experience even purer sound from your iPad, iPod, or iPhone.

C5 in-ear headphones fit so snugly in your ears that you can simply forget about the rest of the world and lose yourself in sound. Meanwhile, C5's comfortable fit and hardwearing aluminum body means you can enjoy great sound on the go for longer.

Ultimate performance

The unique Micro Porous Filter creates a more open performance, while the Tungsten Sound Tube provides a more balanced design for improved sound.

Ultimate fit

The Secure Loop design is a revolutionary, easily adjustable device that secures the C5 in-ear headphones in place. The C5 fits snugly, creating a comfortable seal that helps isolate external noise, delivers deeper bass, and ensures the best sonic performance every time.

Made for iPad, iPod, and iPhone

With an in-line remote control and mic, you can get the most out of your compatible iPad, iPhone, or iPod model.* Make hands-free iPhone calls and control your compatible iPod or iPhone without taking it out of your pocket or bag.

Highlights

  • Micro Porous Filter creates open performance
  • Tungsten Sound Tube provides more balanced design improving sound
  • Secure Loop design secures the C5 in place
  • Neodymium magnet and ultra-light speaker diaphragms for minimal compress and distortion
  • Transparent twisted cable (OFC) with gold-plated 3.5 mm plug
  • Apple remote and microphone
  • Protective case
  • Supplied with four sizes of ear tips

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Unique Micro Porous Filter and Tungsten Sound Tube deliver more open performance and more balanced design.

Technical Specs

General

  • Other Features: With Remote and Mic
  • Inline Controls: Mute,Next Track,Pause,Play,Previous Track,Volume
  • Usage: Travel,Working Out

Connections

  • Jack Type: Straight

Fit

  • Form Factor: In Ear

Driver

  • Frequency Response: 10 Hz to 20 kHz
  • Impedance: 32 ohms
  • THD: <1%
  • Driver Size: 9 mm
  • Sound Pressure Level: 118dB/V at 1 kHz

Dimension

  • Weight: 0.71 oz./20 g
  • Cable Length: 4.0 ft.

Compatibility

  • iPhone 4S

  • iPhone 4

  • iPhone 3GS

  • iPod touch
    4th generation

  • iPod touch
    3rd generation

  • iPod classic
    120GB 160GB (2009)

  • iPod classic
    160GB (2007)

  • iPod classic 80GB

  • iPod nano
    6th generation

  • iPod nano
    5th generation (video camera)

  • iPod nano
    4th generation (video)

  • iPod shuffle
    4th generation

  • iPod shuffle
    3rd generation

  • iPad
    1st generation

  • iPad 2
    2nd generation

What's in the Box?

  • Bowers & Wilkins C5 In-Ear Headphones
  • Four sizes of ear tips
  • Protective case
  • Quick start guide, safety and warranty, registration booklet

Manufacturer Information

Warranty

  • Note: Products sold through this website that do not bear the Apple Brand name are serviced and supported exclusively by their manufacturers in accordance with terms and conditions packaged with the products. Apple's Limited Warranty does not apply to products that are not Apple-branded, even if packaged or sold with Apple products. Please contact the manufacturer directly for technical support and customer service.
  • Warranty: Two years

Part Number

  • UPC or EAN No.: 714346312610
  • Mfr. Part Number: FP30325

Manufacturer Note

  • Note: *Note: See compatibility list for iPad, iPod, and iPhone models that support full remote and microphone functionality. The cable may also work with limited functionality on non-listed iPod or iPhone models.
 

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Another fantastic B&W Product

    • Written by from Monroeville

    I've been a committed audio hobbyist for the past few years and have sampled many different types of on-ear, over-ear, and in-ear headphones, and these are some of the best buds that I've ever used. The C5's sound spectrum is complete across all levels; the accurate, punchy bass, smooth mids, and the open treble work together to provide for a wonderful listening experience. The passive audio-isolation manages to mask nearly all of the ambient noise around you. The fit of the buds might take a little getting used to with the cord that keeps the buds in the ear, but the adjustment curve is short and worth it; the C5's stay put better than any other bud that I've used. …More

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    This Blows Me AWAY!!

    • Written by from NEW YORK

    These are my favorite pair of headphones by far. I listen to all types of music ranging from classical Wolfgang, to Ne-Yo, to B.I.G., as well as foreign artists. I need Headphones that are not orientated towards one genre or another. Being that these headphones are so well balanced, i am able to hear the frictional tug of each string with the bow of the violin. Feel the bass rumbling through my entire body as i play sweat.
    These are by far also the most comfortable headphones i have in my arsenal. (Even better than the Klipsch patented oval shaped ones, and those are wonderful) I have worn these to sleep like they were regular form-fitting earplugs.
    I also run everywhere i go. I have a very active life style so i need headphones that wont fall out every time i decide to run across the street to catch a light or a bus. With the secure loop, i am able to do just that. And may i add, it is also very comfortable.
    (May i add you can headbang with these?!)     …More

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  • 5.0 out of 5 stars

    Wonderful

    • Written by from Minneapolis

    I've owned the similar Bose in-ear headphones, and these blow them away. The secure loop is a very welcome innovation for keeping them actually *in* your ear. Sound quality is wonderful throughout the full range from low to highs. They do take a few hours listening to really start to sing, but that's normal for audio products. …More

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  • 4.0 out of 5 stars

    Sound First, Design Second

    • Written by from New York

    You're probably? B&W SHOULD be considering sound before design. Agreed. That being said, the experience of the amazing sound (yes, amazing) is totally diminished by the absolutely garbage design of these earbuds. Let be clear, by design I mean functionality. They are beautiful. The build quality is stellar. Price... a little expensive, but not terrible. Sound Quality... way better than any of the Bose garbage, Ultimate Ears Quad Armature marketing junk. These sound absolutely huge. I might... MIGHT enjoy these better than my B&W floor standers if they weren't so obnoxiously uncomfortable. After switching to Comply TX-400 foam tips, the comfort and sound level improved dramatically. Also, with a little tinkering, you can get the fit to be tolerable and you eventually get "used" to the discomfort. If sound quality is your primary concern, buy these. If comfort is your primary concern, well, buy them any way and see if you can get them to work for your needs, from Apple you'll have 14 days to test. Nothing to lose. They're definitely not a 5... but a solid 3.5/4 due to the fit. …More

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  • 2.0 out of 5 stars

    Disappointing Sound Quality

    • Written by from Chicago

    Having admired B&W speakers for years - and been a proud owner of the 801Fs - I was excited to replace my aging Bose earphones with the B&W C5s. To my unpleasant surprise they sounded tinny. I listen to classical and opera and the entire soundstage moved back 1000 feet. Strings sounded strident and the brass lacked punch. There was no bass to speak of. The Bose are far superior. Changing the ear tips is just about impossible. They will rip if you try. I'm sticking with the Bose - a far superior product. Too bad...and disappointing. …More

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  • 1.0 out of 5 stars

    HORRIBLE product!!!

    • Written by from Dartmouth

    The sound is good but the overall product is HORRIBLE!! I have had to ship mine 3x's so far back to have them 'fixed' or given another pair. The wires connecting the aux are faulty and keep on breaking. DO NOT BUY!!!!!! It'll cost a lot more shipping to have then 'fixed'

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