Introduction

Sleek-Audio made a remarkable entry into the world of in-ears almost a year ago with the successful launch of their SA6 customizable earphones. Today I have the pleasure of putting their first custom earphones through its paces. Based upon the same principles as the SA6 the user decides the frequency response. However, unlike the SA6 you cannot change the sound signature after they are produced. In the ordering process you decided what level of bass and treble you want. Since they are custom in-ears you also get to choose the color and graphics if you want that.

The Sleek-Audio concept of letting the user decide which type of sound they want has made them one of the top brands when it comes to in-ears. The custom earphones they produce do not allow you to swap sound ports like on the universal SA6, but because they are custom fitted, the comfort and other aspects of their performance might be better. The pricing for the custom made ones is a bit higher than that of the SA6s, which can be had for around $200 plus shipping on the web, the price for a basic Sleek-Audio Custom earphone is $299 that is excluding shipping, impressions (which usually cost around $50) and custom artwork.

Specifications

• Frequency Response: 10Hz-20KHz
• Noise Attenuation: -35 dB
• Standard Cable: 60 inches
• Impedance: 50 ohm
• DC Resistance: 24 ohm
• Speaker Type: Ultra Wide Band Balanced Armature Driver with Custom Porting
• Sensitivity: 110 dB SPL/mW
• Lightweight
• Replaceable / Interchangeable Swivel Cables

The Package

In order to get a set of custom in-ears you need to get some ear molds done first. The impressions must be past the second bend, and it is best if you have them done while having a biteblock in your mouth, since the jaw position affects the shape and size of the ear canals. I had mine done at a local audiologist, the whole process took about 10 minutes and costs about $50 (prices may vary around the world). Above you can see my right ear mold done in smurf blue silicone with a foam block.


The Sleek-Audio Custom in-ears were delivered in a heavy-duty rugged box. The ones I got for review feature TechPowerUp Logos and custom graphics on the ear pieces. Outside the box there is a little badge with both the Sleek-Audio logo and TechPowerUp Logo engraved, nice little accent. If you are set on getting some custom artwork for your earphones Sleek-Audio gives you a lot of options in regards to the graphics, the price for a two tone paint job will be $50. With more complex graphics or more colors the price will be around $100.


Inside the box the earphones lay extremely well protected. The box is stuffed with soft foam and holds the earphones in place under all circumstances. Definitely the most rugged in-ear carrying case I have every gotten.