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Audio-Technica ATH-CKB50 Balanced Armature In-Ear Headphones – Red (Bulk with Accessories)
£27.88
| Colors: Red |
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| Delivery | 4–5 working days · Fully tracked |
| Returns | 30 Day Returns |
| Warranty | 12-Month Warranty |
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The Audio-Technica ATH-CKB50 (Red) is a compact in-ear headphone with a single full-range balanced armature driver — the technology used in professional in-ear monitors — for clear, fast, detailed sound in a 4.4g earpiece. Supplied brand new in bulk packaging with accessories.
- ✓ Single full-range balanced armature driver for crisp, detailed mids and highs
- ✓ Lightweight 4.4g earpieces, 1.2m Y-cable with gold-plated L-shaped 3.5mm plug
- ✓ Ear tips in four sizes (XS/S/M/L) for a secure, sealed fit
- ✓ Brand new — bulk packaging with accessories (no retail box)
The Audio-Technica ATH-CKB50 (Red) is a compact in-ear headphone with a single full-range balanced armature driver — the technology used in professional in-ear monitors — for clear, fast, detailed sound in a 4.4g earpiece. Supplied brand new in bulk packaging with accessories.
- ✓ Single full-range balanced armature driver for crisp, detailed mids and highs
- ✓ Lightweight 4.4g earpieces, 1.2m Y-cable with gold-plated L-shaped 3.5mm plug
- ✓ Ear tips in four sizes (XS/S/M/L) for a secure, sealed fit
- ✓ Brand new — bulk packaging with accessories (no retail box)
The Audio-Technica ATH-CKB50 brings balanced armature sound — usually found in pricier in-ear monitors — to an affordable everyday earphone. Instead of a conventional dynamic driver, each earpiece uses a single full-range balanced armature, a tiny precision motor that responds very quickly, giving vocals and instruments a clean, detailed and articulate presentation with tight, controlled bass.
The earpieces weigh just 4.4g each and sit comfortably in the ear, with four sizes of ear tips (XS, S, M, L) to get the seal right. The 1.2m Y-type cable ends in a gold-plated L-shaped 3.5mm plug. There is no microphone or remote — a pure music design. These units are brand new and unused, supplied in bulk packaging with accessories rather than the original Audio-Technica retail box. This listing is the red version.
Driver
Full-Range Balanced Armature
Most earphones at this price use a dynamic driver — a small cone pushed by a coil. A balanced armature works differently: a tiny reed balanced between magnets drives a diaphragm with very little moving mass, so it starts and stops almost instantly. The result is a clean, precise sound with excellent clarity in vocals, guitars and strings, and bass that is tight rather than boomy. Audio-Technica tuned the ATH-CKB50 around a single full-range armature for a coherent, natural sound across the range.
Comfort
4.4g Earpieces, Four Tip Sizes
Because balanced armature drivers are so small, the ATH-CKB50 earpieces are compact and light at only 4.4g each, making them comfortable for long listening sessions and easy to wear under a hat or while lying down. The ear tips come in XS, S, M and L, and the right size matters: a good seal is what gives a balanced armature earphone its full bass and blocks out background noise, so it is worth trying each size.
Use
Easy to Drive, Built to Travel
With 104dB/mW sensitivity the ATH-CKB50 plays clearly from phones, laptops and portable players without needing an amplifier. The 1.2m Y-type cable has equal-length left and right leads, and the L-shaped gold-plated plug reduces strain when a phone is in a pocket. The red finish is one of four colours available at maibo. Supplied brand new in bulk packaging with accessories, without the retail box.
Right choice if you…
✔ Want the clarity of a balanced armature at an everyday price
✔ Prefer small, light earpieces for long listening
✔ Listen mostly to vocals, acoustic, jazz or classical
✔ Want a pure music cable with no mic or remote
✔ Are fine with bulk packaging to save on a brand-new pair
Consider something else if…
✖ You want heavy, booming bass — see Denon AH-C720
✖ You need a microphone for calls — see Denon AH-C560R with Remote & Mic
✖ You prefer over-ear studio headphones — see Audio-Technica ATH-M50x
Technical Specifications
| Brand | Audio-Technica |
| Model | ATH-CKB50 RD |
| Colour | Red |
| Driver | Single full-range balanced armature |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz – 15kHz |
| Impedance | 65Ω |
| Sensitivity | 104dB/mW |
| Max Input | 40mW |
| Cable | 1.2m Y-type, gold-plated L-shaped 3.5mm plug |
| Weight | Approx. 4.4g (without cable) |
| Remote / Mic | None |
| Condition | Brand New — Bulk Packaging with Accessories |
| Warranty | Manufacturer warranty |
In the Box
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a balanced armature driver?
A balanced armature is a tiny, precise driver used in professional in-ear monitors. It responds very quickly, giving clear, detailed sound with tight bass. The ATH-CKB50 uses one full-range armature in each earpiece.
Are these new? What does bulk packaging mean?
Yes, brand new and unused. Bulk packaging means they are supplied without the Audio-Technica retail box, but with accessories (ear tips) included.
Does the ATH-CKB50 have a microphone?
No. It has a plain cable with no microphone or remote, designed for music listening.
How do I get the best bass?
Balanced armature earphones depend on a good seal. Try each of the four tip sizes and choose the one that seals fully without discomfort — bass and isolation improve noticeably.
Will it work with my phone?
Yes, with any 3.5mm headphone jack. For phones without a jack, use a USB-C or Lightning to 3.5mm adapter. At 104dB/mW it is easy to drive without an amplifier.
Condition
Brand New — Bulk Packaging with Accessories
Warranty
Manufacturer warranty
Delivery
4–5 Working Days · Fully Tracked
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