Melomania M100
British hi-fi maker Cambridge Audio has earned a cult following in Europe, and the Melomania M100 is its standout value flagship for sound-first listeners. A larger 10mm driver and the brand's Class AB amplifier deliver clear, dynamic audio, and aptX Lossless support brings CD-quality streaming to compatible phones, a rarity at this price. A dedicated Matt EQ button toggles a livelier tuning, ANC handles everyday noise, and battery life is excellent at around ten hours per bud. The playful Matt Berry voice prompts are a charming British touch. ANC is mid-tier rather than class-leading and the app is fairly basic, but for codec support and sound per euro it is a beloved EU pick.
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- Clear, dynamic sound with Class AB amplification
- aptX Lossless support is rare at this price
- Excellent battery life of around 10 hours per bud
- Charming Matt Berry voice prompts and Matt EQ mode
- ANC is mid-tier rather than class-leading
- Companion app is fairly basic
- Case is not rated for water resistance
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