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Etymotic Research MC3

Etymotic Research MC3
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alaScore 82

248 reviews

Jan, 2025

alaTest has collected and analyzed 248 reviews of Etymotic Research MC3. The average rating for this product is 3.7/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Headphones for all reviews. People really like the durability and usability. The price and comfort also get good comments, but many are negative about the portability. Reviews about the soundstage and reliability are different.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Headphones the Etymotic Research MC3 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 82/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Etymotic Research MC3

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 18 user reviews of Etymotic Research MC3 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.7/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Headphones on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers really like the noise isolation and usability. The durability and comfort are also mentioned favorably, but the size and price get critical reviews.

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89% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Jan, 2025

Consumer review (amazon.com)

Amazon.com review summary for Etymotic Research MC3

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 189 user reviews of Etymotic Research MC3 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 3.7/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other Headphones on Amazon.com. Reviews about the bass quality and durability are on the whole positive. The price and comfort also get good comments, but the soundstage and reliability get mixed opinions.

sound, comfort, price, durability, bass quality

77% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Jan, 2025

Consumer review (amazon.ca)

Amazon.ca review summary for Etymotic Research MC3

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 1 user review of Etymotic Research MC3 from Amazon.ca. The average user rating for this product is 5.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.2/5 for other Headphones on Amazon.ca. Reviews about the comfort and noise isolation are generally positive. The design and price are also mentioned favorably.

sound, price, design, noise isolation, comfort

100% of the reviews on Amazon.ca give this product a positive rating.

Jan, 2025

Expert review by : Tim Gideon (pcmag.com)

Etymotic mc3

 

Etymotic tweaks its signature flat frequency response slightly, and offers up its first pair of low-cost, high-fidelity earphones.

Near-flat response. Nice price given excellent sound quality. Integrated iPhone controls. Several fit options. Customizable (for an extra cost).

Not for deep-bass lovers. Some cable thump. Controls are awkwardly placed on cable.

More Earphone Reviews: • Etymotic ER4 SR• Beyerdynamic DT 880 Pro• Zipbuds 26• Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC• AKG N60 NC Wireless• more

Aug, 2010
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Expert review by : Nir Schneider (gadgetmac.com)

Etymotic MC3 Headset + Earphones

 

Our good friends over at Etymotic have sent over their new MC3 in-ear earphones which coincidentally double as a headset fully compatible with the iPhone, iPad and iPod with a 3-button remote. Etymotic are known to have the most amazing clear sound...

for more user reviews and compare prices. The MC3 are available in four colors for $99.

Feb, 2011
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Expert review by : What Hi-Fi? (whathifi.com)

Etymotic Research mc3 review

 

Aimed at smartphone users the Etymotic mc3s work best when burrowed deep in the ear

Supreme detail and pace ; nice build ; mic and remote ; custom mould compatible

Lacks bass weight and depth ; a little bright ; bundled buds won’t work for everyone

Although in some ways ace, the mc3s aren’t balanced enough for five-star glory

Mar, 2011
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Expert review by : R Matthew Ward, (techadvisor.co.uk)

Etymotic mc3 headphones review

 

Nearly two decades ago, Etymotic used its expertise in hearing aids to produce one of the first lines of in-ear-canal headphones, the ER-4 series. The mc3 earphones are its attempt to bring a similar level of performance to the sub-£100 market.

Bassheads should steer clear, but even though we find the lack of bass occasionally frustrating, overall we love the mc3 earphones. Given the mc3s' already great performance, we’d pick the mc3 with custom tips - that extra comfort means we can listen...

Feb, 2011
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Expert review by (channel5.com)

Etymotic mc3 earphones review

 

Ready to ditch the in-ear headphones that came with your phone? Looking for something rather nondescript, balanced and won't totally break the bank? Luckily, Etymotic's got just the earphones for you in the form of the mc3, which promise to give you...

While we've seen plenty of earphones vie for your attention with bright colours and loud sound, it's a breath of fresh air to see something rather toned down. Etymotic's mc3 headphones don't scream out loud with bold looks, as they look rather plain...

For £69, you get some pretty decent quality out of these headphones, but they're not for everyone. If you're the kind of person who prefers a bit more bass out of their headphones, you'll find the mc3 lacking. What's only a really minor annoyance is...

For £69, the Etymotic mc3 headphones are a quality pair that sound a lot more expensive than they suggest, giving you tip-top audio and brilliant noise cancellation and the option of getting custom fit earmoulds too. If you're after something bassier,...

Sep, 2015
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Expert review by (channel5.com)

Etymotic MC3

 

While the Etymotic MC3 headphones have a pleasant design, and a useful in-line remote and mic for use with your smartphone, they weren't quite up to scratch with the Bose MIE2i and Shure 215s: they lack a bit of bass by comparison. Check out our full...

Nov, 2012
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