Shure SE425-CL
Dual high-definition MicroDrivers with separate woofer and tweeter produce accurate 20Hz–19kHz sound, while 37 dB noise isolation effectively eliminates ambient noise. The detachable, Kevlar-reinforced cable and swiveling MMCX connectors add durability, and the included ear sleeves provide a secure, comfortable seal. Best for stage performers and audio purists who need precise, isolating in-ear monitoring, not for exercise or high-movement use.
About This Earbuds
Dual high-definition MicroDrivers with separate woofer and tweeter produce accurate 20Hz–19kHz sound, while 37 dB noise isolation effectively eliminates ambient noise. The detachable, Kevlar-reinforced cable and swiveling MMCX connectors add durability, and the included ear sleeves provide a secure, comfortable seal. Best for stage performers and audio purists who need precise, isolating in-ear monitoring, not for exercise or high-movement use.
- Form factor in-ear
- Driver type dynamic
Overview
Performance
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong social proof (80th percentile) 80th
- Strong sound (77th percentile) 77th
Cons
- Below average connectivity (9th percentile) 9th
- Below average comfort (28th percentile) 28th
- Below average anc (29th percentile) 29th
- Below average build (33th percentile) 33th
Specifications
Full Specifications
Design
| Form Factor | in-ear |
| Wearing Style | ear-tip |
| Ear Tips | S, M, L, Triple Flange, Universal Fit Foam |
| Weight | 0.2 kg / 0.5 lbs |
Audio
| Driver Type | dynamic |
| Drivers | 2 |
| Freq Min | 20 |
| Freq Max | 19000 |
| Impedance | 22 |
| Sensitivity | 109 |
| Codecs | Shure SE425 PRO Wired Earbuds - Professional Sound Isolating Earphones with Detailed Sound, Dual-Driver Hybrid, Secure in-Ear Fit, Detachable Cable, Durable Quality, Clear |
Noise Control
| ANC | No |
Connectivity
| Wireless | No |
Earbud Battery
| Charging | proprietary |
Microphone
| Microphone | Yes |
Features
| Bone Conduction | No |
Value & Pricing
vs Competition
| Spec | Shure SE425-CL | Sony WF-1000XM6 WF-1000XM6 | Technics EAH-AZ100 EAH-AZ100 | Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen | Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 | Jabra Evolve2 Buds Evolve2 Buds USB-C MS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear | in-ear |
| Driver Type | dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic | Dynamic | dynamic | Dynamic |
| Wireless | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Active Noise Cancellation | false | true | true | true | true | true |
| Bluetooth Version | - | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.4 | 5.2 |
| Battery Life Hours | - | 8 | 8 | 6 | 30 | 8 |
| Case Battery Hours | - | 24 | 28 | 18 | 30 | 33 |
| Water Resistance | - | IPX4 | IPX4 | IPX4 | IP54 | IP57 |
| Multipoint | - | true | true | true | true | true |
| Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare | Compare |
| Product | Anc | Mic | Build | Sound | Battery | Comfort | Connectivity | Social Proof |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shure SE425-CL | 29.4 | 36.2 | 33.4 | 77.4 | 47 | 28.3 | 9.1 | 80.1 |
| Sony WF-1000XM6 WF-1000XM6 Compare | 96.6 | 99.7 | 79 | 96.3 | 75.6 | 70.9 | 99 | 94.4 |
| Technics EAH-AZ100 EAH-AZ100 Compare | 96.6 | 96.9 | 79 | 99.1 | 79.1 | 93.4 | 99.8 | 89.3 |
| Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2nd Gen Compare | 96.6 | 80.5 | 79 | 96.4 | 47 | 93.4 | 97.8 | 94.4 |
| Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 Compare | 96.6 | 99.7 | 33.4 | 91.9 | 97.5 | 93.4 | 90 | 89.3 |
| Jabra Evolve2 Buds Evolve2 Buds USB-C MS Compare | 88.5 | 96.9 | 98.8 | 60.7 | 82.8 | 93.4 | 92.5 | 95.9 |
Usage Scores
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