Author's Note: The original review can be found at my blog - SonicGear Airphone V Review @ JayceOoi.com.



Introduction
SonicGear Airphone V that I have is a nice looking Bluetooth headphones. I am attracted by its soft touch matte housing. Stylish yet having solid build quality. Furthermore, it has collapsible design that ease carry around. Perfect for your mobile devices while on the go? Let's find out...

Special Thanks
This review is possible thanks to below companies. Be sure to check them out...
- SonicGear for this SonicGear Airphone V Bluetooth headphones and SonicGear Airphone III 2017
- Lotoo for Lotoo PAW 5000 DAP

Features
- Superior Audio design
- Built in Mic
- Collapsible headset design
- Built-in Rechargeable Battery
- 300mAh lithium battery
- Continuous music playback: Up to 9 hours operation
- Continuous talk time: Up to 10 hours operation
- Standby time: Up to 100 hours



Packaging and Design
I like SonicGear half see-through packaging design. You can have a peek before purchasing it. As usual, you can find Airphone V, micro USB cable, 3.5mm AUX cable and user manual in the package. Do take note that the AUX cable is not the usual one that you find in other Bluetooth headphones. Yes, it is braided to last long. Nice...



Again, build quality is great as I mentioned before. Attractive design with lot of colours for you to choose - green, purple, turquoise, red and gray. Yup, it is foldable to ease carry around. The headband is very well cushioned and height is adjustable. The control buttons, microphone, LED status indicator, USB port and 3.5mm audio jack are located at left ear cup.





Specifications
- Driver size: 40mm
- Frequency response: 20Hz-20KHz
- Impedance: 32 Ohm
- Sensitivity:102 +- 3db
- Output power: 20m W
- Built-in AUX input: 3.5mm stereo jack

Fit, Comfort & Isolation
Err... SonicGear Airphone V ear cups is not rotatable nor tilt able at all. It's fixed!!! Height adjustable does not help. Therefore, it is not comfortable to wear for long hours (at least for my case). Isolation is average as expected for an on-ear headphones. Not going to complaint here. Just comfort...



Performance Result
Bluetooth range is great just like Airphone III 2017. Easily exceeds 10m Bluetooth range in straight sight line with no obstacle. Up to 7m with obstacles. As usual, 3.5mm audio cable is there for non-Bluetooth devices and let you enjoy music when battery is depleted. Share the same great point - virtually no lag between video and audio. Great for watching movies on tablet and playing games on smartphone. Battery life is better with 14 hours non-stop music playback. Self-charging is the same, takes around 2 hours to fully charge.

As for phone call quality, it is decent. Others can hear my voice loud and clear. No problem to hear others from here too. As usual, built-in mic is not working on wired mode.



SonicGear Airphone V has warmer sound signature when compare to SonicGear III 2017. Yes, heavier bass here while still keeping treble intact. Treble is clear just not as crisp as SonicGear III 2017. Good for those who prefer bass here. As usual, it is nice for all your daily tasks like music, movies, games and calls.

Advantages
- Clear sound quality with great bass
- Excellent build quality
- Lightweight & foldable
- Decent mic for phone call

Limitations
- Comfort issue (for me)



Conclusion
SonicGear Airphone V is a solid yet stylish Bluetooth headphones on the go. Loaded with clear treble and heavy bass. Be sure to try it out yourself as it might suit you better than me. As usual, more information can be found at SonicGear Website.

This post has been edited by JayceOoi: Mar 22 2017, 04:55 PM

yes, it is very uncomfortable, too small perhaps?
i wear glasses and it gets even worse.

on the brighter side, the sound quality is actually good, adding the price into the equation, this bluetooth headphone really not bad at all

When I play a song/video, the audio will start later (1sec?). Anyone facing the same issue?

And yes, I also find it uncomfortable to wear it for long period of time.

can it use on PS4 ?

Wow, good thing you mentioned glasses. Because I don't like it when it is too tight and press against the glasses as well.

I lost my manual.

Can anyone help me to do pairing with new device?

Normal BT headset just push and hold power button, but it seem like it doesn't work.

Appreciate if someone can snap a picture of manual for me.

Thanks.

quite a few say uncomfortable

I just bought this and I don't face any uncomfortable issue. This head fits nicely even though I wear spectacles.