BACKGROUND
AIAIAI was conceived in the A House, an old Copenhagen industrial building that became a seminal nest of creativity around 2005. We hosted a club at the top of the building, and initiated the influx of a collective, consisting of more than 200 young creative minds, many of whom we still work closely with today. This environment didn’t just shape some of the biggest and most influential Danish artists, musicians and designers. It also shaped AIAIAI’s collective vision, which still hasn’t changed: We aim to create headphones and other consumer electronic related products that have a clear connection to the creative world, and thus make a heartfelt, different and genuine statement.

The TMA-1 headphone has been tested and tweaked by the world's most skilled DJs, designed by Danish design firm KiBiSi and further developed in cooperation with Tartelet Records, Mannhandle and Thank You For Clapping.


CONTENTS
2 sets of earpads (leather and foam)
a carrying pouch
a booklet
a 1.7 meter cable
a 6.3 mm stereo plug converter.


SPECIFICATION
Transducer Principle: Dynamic, closed
Driver Unit Size: 40 mm
Impedance: 32±15% Ohm
Load Rating: 0.1W
Frequency Response: 20 to 20.000 Hz
Total Harmonic Distortion: <0.3%
Sensitivity: 110±3dB Weight w/o
Cable: 190 Gram
Price: €180~


UNBOXING PHOTO



REVIEW
Packaging
TMA-1 packed in one luxury and sturdy box, similar to Beat By Dre's Studio headphone. But with black scheme all over it. Headphone properly contained within the box by soft foam. The box itself look like piece of ART, no kidding. Simplistic, in line with the headphone's minimalist design.

Accessories
Nothing fancy included, again, minimalist (which is bad, for this case lol) but AIAIAI is generous enough to include extra pair of foam earpads. Stock earpads is leather. 1.7 meters cable is coiled type with straight jack and quite thick. Cable can be easily swapped since connection on headphone (left cup) is typical 3.5mm port, so custom cable can be easily experimented here. A zipped double layer pouch also included in the package to protect the headphone during transport. Made from high quality cloth material with yellow inner lining mesh.

Construction
Minimalist design with velvety smooth texture. The teflon (is it?) texture is really smooth and look rugged. Fingerprint and oil resistant but not moisture resistant. In term of weight, it's lightweight compared to previous behemoth I owned, ATH-M50. It's quite portable but the simple design does not allowed any cups rotating or folding. The only adjustable parts are right and left cups and due to this, I encountered one MAJOR flaw compared to M50, more on this in next section. I noticed that the rubbery grip lining underneath the headband is glued to the headband using some sort of adhesive. When pressed together, I can hear bubble crackling which suggests that there's gap in-between both panels. My guess is that the adhesive used is not suitable to bond both materials together.

Comfort and Isolation
Compared to other cans I tried, TMA-1 exerts the lowest clamping force on my head. And here comes the MAJOR flaw. TMA-1 does not stay in position or I have yet to find a proper position to make it stay still when I move my head. SOLUTION FOUND: Reversed the input jack and the coiled cable (the weight) now shifted to lower end of the cable. The headphone now stay in position.

It is really comfortable (on leather pads) due to lack of clamping pressure. Isolation also hurt due to low clamping force, quite bad compared to my previous closed monitoring can, ATH-M50.

Sound
First impression? Really loves the overall presentation. Wide sound stage compared to regular closed cans, very detailed, smooth and no major standout across the frequency. Currently 2 hours running in, will wait for 1-2 weeks before judging it again. But definitely a keeper, if I manage to keep it stay fixed on my head.


SUGGESTION
1. Include additional short straight cable for portable usage
2. Better adhesive method/quality used between headband and grip lining


REVISION LOG
1. Initial draft
2. Added SOLUTION for headphone shifting issue
3. Added SUGGESTION section
4. Edited the Construction section.

This post has been edited by toughnut: Oct 14 2010, 09:26 AM

They put a lot of effort in making the AIAIAI looks stylish...

Yeah, but the stylish design hurt the usability. Doesnt really fit those with small diameter head, especially Asians. But it cooler than Dre's hahaha

What does AIAIAI stands for. A funny little name.

AIAIAI pronounce as eye-eye-eye, a company name hahaha

Haha..but if they make great products we can excuse the name.

woaw at the box @.@

windboy, it look better in real life due to camera crappiness in low light condition. Most of the photos taken in rapid shoot mode to compensate movement but it still look blurry.

REVIEW updated. This is probably my best purchase so far, finally I found something that can surpassed my custom monitor in term of sound quality!

Not more funnier than Hippo

wah. even have revision log, write software meh XD

To keep track since review not completely done yet.

And all for how muchie??

Hahaha, it's true, Hippo is funnier.

It's retailed at 180~ EURO plus 5 EURO for shipping.

Owh, so you bought it online...so around RM800 if you convert it to MYR.

With new cable from wotiyo,

Whoa, didn't know this headphone is so pricey, it looks so plain =)

I beg to differ. It has a very industrial look that is different from what you see out there. Kinda like a refined Grado SR or Alessandro MS. But quite pricey yes. If it was like RM500 I'd be all over it, but alas, I have to wait before something like this gets plugged into my rig.

The construction look simple but actually very heavy duty and durable. And it look "iconic". Sound wise, I am glad to say I found something that can better my custom monitor. Currently more than 250 hours burn in

I can see that AIAIAI is under the list of headphone manufacturers in Jaben's thread.
Jaben.........watch out.

This post has been edited by tunertoobe: Oct 24 2010, 06:47 PM

it looks pro~ but it cost RM500?

No, RM800 if converted to MYR.

Yes, we do carry them...

OMG!
But for this price I wouldn't want to take the plunge like my other purchases, because they aren't as easy to re-sell.

Hi guys, I'm selling off the headphone cuz will be moving out soon. Anyone interested? Probably the only unit in Malaysia, imported straight from Sweden.

awesome headphone...enjoying now...ear orgasm man

my bro recently came back to msia for holidays , he's working in melbourne ..
i tried his aiaiai ..
damn that headphone sounds good !!

hope to get this headphone in near future...
Heard a lot of good reviews in terms of sound and design.

New toy!

i got my chance to try this headphone on the TT last week. it was a brief audition but non the less as a person of portable and IEM guy, i got to say this headphone steals my attention.

i tried it with a couple of songs from my ipod library but i was convince this headphones deserve to be mention. the design itself for me not really that flashy as some headphones *cough BEATS cough....
Quite light and comfortable to wear. the material seems to be sturdy and i like the black. the pad is also quite comfortable. overall, its a comfortable headphones with sleek sexy black that i love.

i tried it with my current setup, Cypher Labs AlgoRhythm Solo DAC+ i_djoel2000 Custom gold/silver mundorf cable LOD to USB+ iphone 4+ Corda StepDance+ UPOCC Silver 3.5mm male to male connector.

for the sound

the bass with TMA - 01 is tight... i mean TIGHT! not bloated, not off range but tight and the sub bass are phenomenal. with certain song this headphone can really give the bass u want it.... and more without sacrificing the details... even songs with less bass sounded so full and more emotional.
the details oh the details... coming from a person who likes bright sound, this phone gives u a warm, a bit laid back sounds that u can chill in ur house and listen it for a couple of hours enjoying the music.

sadly i only spend a short period of time with this headphones and only listen to a couple of track so i cant give my final judgement. but overall i love how it made the music sound so emotional and so life.

if given a chance, i wont mind spending more time auditioning the TMA - 01. it has given a good impression to me and would definitely grab the chance to hear it again

Aiks didn't test the headphone at 11 jun

i've tried this in apple store uk.. the sound was awesome.. it impressed me although i'm noob in this.. its very durable but the design is so so only..

If you are going to the UM TT, may bring it along just for you to test

Thanks for pulling me in E1! Btw, what's UM TT? Just being curious! haha

Finished already lol! It was yesterday gatherings. But uncle AKG 01 i did not see him yesterday?

Arh! haha, anyway I own TMA-1, it was a replacement to my pioneer hdj-1000 headphone and I use it for djing

So how do you find the performance of the TMA-1

Tested this headphones when I meet up with E1 to purchase the E11......man you poisoned me! Damn good headphone when paired with a proper headphone amp. From photos it looked toyish but real life it's a solid piece of art. Was testing it with a favorite track of mine which is Deftones - My Own Summer.......you know the intro???? I crank up the volume and the intro hits in and my jaw just dropped......but one thing I hate is that.....I need to buy another headphone which is the TMA-1.....tested the Fanny Wang but it cannot carry the guitar riff from my test track......also I compared my AKG K240MKII snare drum hits doesn't have the crisp and body like on the TMA-1, a must buy for me in the future.......near future.....boss give discount!

Agreed with you.. I also tested this when I meet E1 (also to purchase E11).... It's really....

even without using any amp... just my walkman with Clear Bass put at the highest setting.

This post has been edited by nordingh: Jul 12 2011, 01:07 AM

Wow Jaben does carry this? I shall go one day and try it out
I like the design very much, IMO >>> beats' design.

Which amp u guys pair the tma?

Wow




This post has been edited by E1 - AKG: Jul 21 2011, 02:06 PM

Hi, what is your source?




This post has been edited by E1 - AKG: Jul 31 2011, 10:47 PM

Digital Trends' Editor's Choice. Rated 9 out of 10.

http://www.digitaltrends.com/headphone-rev...i-tma-1-review/



This post has been edited by E1 - AKG: Jul 31 2011, 10:49 PM

Got my TMA-1 with mic from bro E1 a few weeks ago and have loved every bit of it ever since.
I'm not an audiophile, just a casual user for travelling and such, but i do appreciate good sounding headphones and these are most probably the best phones that i've used in this price range. The sound quality can carry most of the songs i listen to, specially rock and r&b with it's bass at a level that's just nice for me. The build is also very good in quality especially if you're rough or have to keep it in your bag a lot, and the cable with with mic serves its purpose very well, haven't had complaints from the other person when i'm on the phone with it. The control is usual volume, start/stop, fwd/back.
Currently have a JDS labs cmoy v2.03 that i pair it with, gets cleaner sound and a lot more bass when i'm in the mood.
So far very very happy with the headphonea and would recommend it for the price range.

AiAiAi TMA-1 vs Audio Technica M50. http://www.head-fi.org/forum/thread/526956...50-tma-1-review.

Keen on getting this and thinking to abandon my plan for Beats Solo HD.

Honestly,this is far better than..ehem..don't want to mention..later bashing thread coming..

How would it perform with my iPad & Hippo Box+ amp? What's the best thing about this headphone? Bass? Comfort level?

Bring your iPad + LOD + Hippo Box+ and head down to the following and ask to try the TMA-1.

Tong Lee at LowYat Plaza, ask for Jenny.

MacStudio at Bangsar Shopping Centre, ask for Justin.

and last but not least, the boys at Jaben!

Taikor E1 outstation ah?

Shhh Don't Taiko here taiko there, samua taiko kena tangkap liao Still need to cari makan

This post has been edited by E1 - AKG: Aug 9 2011, 10:41 AM

kekeke..Taikor in audiophile gears..

Taiko Ok la... jgn Teko..

Would love to but I'm far away in Cyberjaya Feel like changing back to headphones, lazy to plug in my Futuresonic Atrio's into my ears haha.

How much is the TMA-1 btw? How's the bass?

Haha my likely upgrades from the atrios
whether this or the m-50. btw nice review toughnut! job well done!

I'm T3 magazine reader. TMA-1 is number 1 in headphone section in Top 10s for Malaysia printed edition.

and off course in UK version as well.

http://www.t3.com/feature/best-headphones

but theres no m-50 which tma-1 really number one competitor that that price point. im dying to test these two babies!

This post has been edited by Paca: Aug 10 2011, 10:39 AM

I like both.. and would like to have both but.... my pocket is not agree with me right now.

TMA-1 vs M50

http://www.head-fi.org/for​um/thread/526...tma-1-rev​iew

system error on headfi?

http://www.head-fi.org/forum/thread/526956...50-tma-1-review

I think this is it..

i wonder if i can get a comfy fit for the tma-1.i got a big head. new era caps size 7 7/8

From my Futuresonic Atrio, is it considered an update? How different will the sound be?

Do have a big head as well. Can't even fit standard caps. With the TMA-1 on the head, there is still room to go, shouldn't be a problem

Finally Danny Wan change to something audiophile. His latest mtv still show off Monster Beat Solo HD which i think is a crap.

if i get from you can give special price? im Mohd Asraf btw in fb

tested this while i meet E1 today. Damn it, unexpected sounds quality for such closed-type headphone! Awesome Soundstage produced by this headphone. Song tested - Christina Aguilera-Tough Lover, FLAC format! Very Impressive. Jaws drop. LOL
Funny thing was, i thought that is a spring there by looking at the picture
I did get poisoned yet i still aiming open-type headphone, Bro David understand why I will get open type instead of closed type

Only stopping me from taking this is the design. Its too plain jane!

plain but sexy...

don't imagine it as some model with sexy body but someone just passing by and with sexy body... i sure you won't blink.....

if you a man... ha ha ha..

This post has been edited by nordingh: Aug 10 2011, 11:20 PM

it is sexy. simple but sexy, awesome design imo, durable too!

I saw your sexy mate somewhere...

I saw that "sexy" too!!!!

haha, c'mon and join the sexy club guys!

no money lar

end of year or early next year..

I hope you're not judging only by pictures mate. If you see it in person, it's like holding a work of art. Not kidding. haha

Is it heavy? Would it work well with the Hippo Box+?

I also not pleased when see the pic but when in my hand... I say 'why you so sexy'...

Really light... won't feel you have it. To be honest, this one no need to use amp.

I see. So the Hippo Box+ won't improve that much? I'll probably use it with my iPad or Gumstick. Have to sell my futuresonic atrio m5 first tho. Hopefully i'll be satisfied. Any owners around Cyberjaya? Wanna try it

I didn't say won't improve or not with amp. But without amp as I tested, this baby already rock the world.

i tested it with E11 from boss David. The soundstage is better and much clarity than without Fiio E11.

Can't wait to have it! Hopefully I can sell my Futuresonic Atrio ASAP

Malaysian recording artiste, Danny One 温力铭 http://www.facebook.com/DannyOne with his TMA-1.

Haha it will work fine with the Hippo Box+ mate. I was reading a review, the guy said the TMA-1 is good without the amp, but with amp it's amazing.

I see, I guess I'll use the Hippo Box+ if I need more bass Well, I'm buying the TMA-1 for two things, 1 is the look, and the other is the bass Will go to Plaza Lowyat and try it soon

Did you manage to have a go at it again

wanted to try this headphones at jaben but they said that it is more suitable for techno songs. Still interested in trying because the design is sleek and sexy

so you did tried? How was it?

havent yet unfortunately, i really need to try em. besides lowyat i found seller sell for quite a good price bargain. i guess need to visit lowyat then to find this.

Not yet Kinda hard for me to go to KL, but will go back to Sentul Timur this weekend. Guess I'll go to Tong Lee at LYP. Btw, how's the comfort level?

I've worn these a few hours straight, travelled in them, walked around in them and i have to say they're quite comfy, the pressure on your ears isn't too great so it didn't make my head ache or my ears feel very hot after long use. The hinges at the cups are quite loose so it doesn't put too much force no matter how your ears are positioned. Even w/o proper cushioning on the headband i don't really feel any problems. My only gripe would be that when i rested my head in the car i could feel the phones shift a bit and i have to readjust the position, a con from it applying less pressure i guess and maybe because they're on ear and not over ear.

I see, thanks a lot for the clarification. I like it when the headphone doesn't make your ears hot. It's very durable too I guess, since it's DJ Headphone?

Arghhhhg wanna sell my Atrio's ASAP

Going to Tong Lee this weekend

Yup, i find it's very durable especially since it doesn't have any foldable hinges. I can put it on and slip it off my head without having to too carefully do so like some headphones i know. I'm able to carry it in my bag w/o too much worry too, note that they only give a carrying pouch and no case, but it's sufficient enough since it's durable imo.

So it's been pretty durable for me so far, hope it stays that way in the long run.

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Added on August 18, 2011, 1:23 pmHaha, E1's trying to poison you!
Thanks to E1 though for supplying me with my TMA-1!

This post has been edited by PopoPRP: Aug 18 2011, 01:23 PM