SOUNDPEATS CC イヤーカフ is a wireless earphone with an ear cuff type that allows you to enjoy music without blocking your ears.
Unlike conventional canal-type earphones that are inserted into the ear canal, these earphones are designed to be worn on the ear, which reduces the burden on the ears even during prolonged use and allows you to hear surrounding sounds. Therefore, they are the perfect product for “listening while doing other things”.
These earphones are recommended for those who want to work in the office or at home while being aware of their surroundings.
- Those who want ear cuff type earphones for under 10,000 yen
- Those who are looking for earphones that are less burdensome on the ears even during prolonged use
- Those who are tired of canal-type or in-ear type earphones
Basic information about SOUNDPEATS CC Ear Cuff
Specifications
| Codec | SBC/AAC | Color | Black |
| Bluetooth | 5.4 | Waterproof standard | IPX5 |
| Type | Canal type | Driver | 12mm dual magnetic dynamic driver |
| Weight(stated value) | Earphone body (one ear): approx. 5g With charging case: approx. 47.34g | Actual weight | Earphone body (one ear): approx. 6.1g With charging case: approx. 47.4g (measured by this site) |
| Playback time | Maximum 6 hours (earphone body only) / Maximum 24 hours (with charging case) | Charging time | Approx. 32 minutes (earphones) |
| Size | With charging case: approx. 31.34mm x 14.69mm x 29.05mm | Charging method | USB Type-C |
| Noise Cancelling | |
|---|---|
| Ambient Sound Mode | |
| Multipoint | |
| Automatic Wearing Detection | |
| Game Mode (Low Latency Mode) | |
| Dedicated App |
For more information on how to choose earphones, what IPX is, and Bluetooth versions, please see this article.
Accessories and Exterior
- TYPE-C charging cable
- Instruction manual
- App guide
- PEATS sticker
The black and glossy appearance is nice!
Actual Usage Experience
Sound Quality… It’s surprisingly good for the price!
This is just my subjective impression when comparing it to other earphones.
SOUNDPEATS CC Ear Cuff sounds better than you might expect. The bass is good, and it feels like a low-frequency bias. The mid-range has a natural, glossy tone. The high frequencies are weak and less noticeable.
However, as expected with an ear cuff type, the sound outline is slightly blurred compared to canal-type earphones.
It’s probably unavoidable due to the structure, but I think it’s quite clean for this type of earphone!
This is just my impression, and it won’t bother you much if you use it normally.
Overall, I think it’s a good value for the price!
I’ll introduce the equalizer function later, which can adjust the sound to some extent!
Corresponding Codec
The corresponding codecs are SBC and AAC.
I wish it supported more, but it’s about what you’d expect for under 10,000 yen.
Features of each codec
| Codec | Features |
|---|---|
| SBC | Bluetooth standard codec. Basically, all devices support it. Sound quality and latency are standard. |
| LC3 | New codec introduced in Bluetooth 5.2. It is also the standard codec for LE Audio. High-quality, low-power consumption is a feature, realizing high audio quality even with a low bit rate compared to the conventional SBC codec. |
| AAC | Often used in Apple products such as iPhones. Android 8.0 or later basically supports it. Lower latency and higher sound quality than SBC. |
| aptX | Mainly adopted by Android. Lower latency and higher sound quality than SBC and AAC. |
| aptX LL | LL stands for Low Latency. It has even lower latency than aptX. Sound quality is the same as aptX, but latency is less than 0.04 seconds, realizing ultra-low latency. |
| aptX HD | Supports high-resolution equivalent sound quality. It has slightly higher latency than aptX. |
| aptX Adaptive | aptX HD technology has been stabilized and low latency has been improved. Changing from a fixed bit rate to a variable bit rate has made processing more stable and low latency has been achieved. |
| aptX Lossless | The latest technology in the aptX series, a codec that realizes lossless sound quality. It is ideal for high-quality music listening and is designed for high-end devices. |
| LDAC | Developed by Sony, a super high-quality codec. It has the highest sound quality among the ones introduced so far. Android 8.0 or later basically supports it. It has higher latency than SBC. |
For more information on codecs and other wireless earphone information, please see this article.
Dedicated App Available!
As you can see in the image, you can change various settings from the app.
Adjustable with Equalizer & Preset
Like this, you can adjust the equalizer or choose your favorite preset from the app.
Types of Presets
Game & Movie Mode Available
Game mode and movie mode are also available and can be selected from the app.
Sound Leakage is Present to Some Extent
Because of the structure that does not block the ears, some sound leakage occurs.
Poor Operability
As you can see in the image, the tap location is on the front.
Battery… Relatively Short
Maximum 6 hours (earphone body only) / Maximum 24 hours (with charging case)
Multipoint Support!
SOUNDPEATS CC Ear Cuff supports multipoint and can be simultaneously connected to 2 Bluetooth devices.
If you are connected to 2 devices, you can, for example, watch YouTube on a tablet while answering a smartphone call.
Summary
Recommended for those who want an ear cuff type!
I felt that the SOUNDPEATS CC Ear Cuff is a perfect wireless earphone for those who want to enjoy music without blocking their ears. The ear cuff type design reduces the burden on the ears even during prolonged use and allows you to hear surrounding sounds, making it suitable for listening while doing other things.
Also, considering the sound quality and functionality, it is a cost-effective earphone. However, you should consider that there is some sound leakage and that the touch operation response is not good.
Overall, I highly recommend this product to those who say, “I want ear cuff type wireless earphones at an affordable price!“
- The product price and information are as of the time of writing the article.
- This site is not responsible for any inaccuracies in this information.
- The product and service names mentioned in this site are trademarks of their respective companies.
- You can enjoy music without blocking your ears, so you can also hear surrounding sounds
- Powerful sound with strong bass
- Equipped with a dedicated app for equalizer adjustment and mode switching
- Game & Movie mode
- Multipoint support
- Waterproof performance IPX5
- Some sound leakage
- Poor operability
- The sound outline tends to be blurred
- Battery life is a little short
- The charging case is a little large
Comments