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Monster Turbine PRO High-Performance In-Ear Speakers (Gold) | 
| Brand: Monster
Category: CE
List Price: $299.95
Buy New: $249.00
as of 9/7/2010 01:44 CDT details
New (5) Used (3) from $179.92
Seller: Sam Ash
Rating:  36 reviews
Color: Gold
Media: Electronics
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1
Dimensions (in): 8.3 x 6.1 x 2.2
MPN: MH TRB PRO GLD
Model: MH TRB PRO GLD
UPC: 050644555787
EAN: 0050644555787
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Pro speaker design with low mass, ultra-wide bandwidth driver for superior accuracy. | | • | All-metal construction cancels unwanted resonance for pure sound. | | • | Pro Sound SupertipTM with advanced construction provides maximum sound isolation. | | • | Pro strain relief; rugged construction withstands heavy duty use. | | • | MicroStrand conductors with ultra-low impededence for subtle detail and clear audio reproduction. |
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Product Description
Engineered For Pros And The Audio Obsessed
Turbine Pros are designed by audio fanatics for audio fanatics. Professional audio engineers and demanding audiophiles know attaining perfect sound reproduction doesn't matter a little-it's all that matters. That's why Monster brings you a higher level music listening experience with Turbine Pro professional in-ear speakers. You'll get the clarity, detail and dynamic range of the finest studio monitors or audiophile reference loudspeakers. You'll rediscover your favorite music as you hear things that you didn't even know were there.
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| Customer Reviews:
Showing reviews 1-5 of 36
 Monster Pro Copper August 30, 2010
Brusch
I am comparing these to the Denon reference c751,and Klipsch Image X10i.I listen to all types of music across the spectrum other than rap and hip hop, which for me lacks any musical talent. First the quality of these are second to none. Soundstage is broad, highs are never harsh or tinny, mids are crystal, bass and low end is precise and tight with no roll off or muddled sound like some. I have read that these require approximately twenty hours of play to break in. For me it took 150 hours before they began to really shine. When not actively listening to them I kept them playing. I primarily use my ipod to listen to music. I converted all my music to 256kbps with (VBR) format. The higher the bit rate the better the sound. The only con for me which may not be for another is that I seem to frequently change the ear-tips for the proper seal. The number and type of ear tips included will assure that you will find the correct type and size. It is my understand that the only difference between these and the Monster Pro Miles Davis IEM'S are in the tuning. Now if Monster would just send me the Miles Davis version I could submit a more accurate and fair review!!! Oh well doesn't hurt to ask!! Now for the numbers; here are mine.
Quality of construction: 10/10
Sound isolation: 9/10
Soundstage: 10/10
Highs: 10/10
Mids: 10/10
Bass: 9/10
Price: 8/10
What's in the box: 10/10
Warranty: 10/10
Listening experience: 10/10.
In summary, if you are a serious listener of music and are looking for IEM'S that produce sound in it's most pristine form then look no further. You will hear things that you had never heard before when you put these on. Some say they are heavy, true but they are not uncomfortable. Do yourself and your music a favor and get these. You won't be sorry.
 Deluxe But Unusable August 30, 2010
Robert Wade Cottingham (Dallas, TX)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
These earphones have great marketing and great packaging. I bought a pair used but in mint condition. However I tried them with my Ipod Classic 6th Gen and I knew very soon I would never use them for listening to music. They sounded very very thin and unpleasant. Just unusably thin sounding. I tried several of the many sets of tips that are included because which tip you use can make a huge difference in the sound depending on how it fits the ear. But they sounded low-volume and thin no matter what. Maybe if I carried around a separate headphone amplifier with my Ipod I could enjoy their 'audiophile' sound, but I'm not really gonna do that with my Ipod.
Awesome In-Ear Speakers August 15, 2010
BigC
The sound and quality of the in ear speakers are awesome. My only negative
feedback would be due to the weight of the earpience it occasionally shifts
if you are wearing them while doing heavy exercise. I couldn't be happier
with everything else about them.
 Monster Turbine Pro Copper edition review August 13, 2010
M. Chan
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
First off, I want to say thanks to everyone at Monster for the opportunity to review these earphones. They were provided for free for review purposes. A special thanks goes to Gernard whom I met at Canjam 2010, and Aaron as well for making this possible.
This is my first review, so please bear with me. I have been on Head-Fi for a while, but I read more than post.
I am a serious basshead. I know what good and bad quality bass sounds like, and I definitely want the good quality. So you will see me commenting a lot on the bass these earphones have.
My quest to find earphones with adequate bass was very hard. I was curious to see if the Coppers could make any difference in my quest.
Unboxing
The packaging was exactly like the standard Monster Turbines, but for the Coppers. The box still had the magnetic flip-top for opening. The material of the box itself was very smooth, and you could see Monster was trying to make a good first impression.
Monster provided two different carrying pouches. One was a soft pouch with a magnetic flap (just like the regular Turbines) and the other was a soft pouch where you had to press the opposite corners to open the mouth. Both looked and felt very nice, but personally I would have preferred some sort of hard case for protection.
Looking deeper into the packaging you will find a huge assortment of ear tips, a handy ear tip holder, a shirt clip, a very nice looking 1/4in adapter, a cleaning cloth, and the usual precaution and warranty slips. I have to say I was surprised at the array of ear tips Monster provided. There were more than I could count. Most to all users should be able to find a suitable size ear tip that fits them.
The source was a Sansa Fuze with flat EQ, and all music was 320 kbps or VBR. If the song was neither of those bit rates, then it is because I could not find a higher quality version. The Sansa was attached to a portable amp with a custom made LOD cable.
As for the portable amp, I decided on using the Minibox E+ because it is the most neutral amp I have. I tried a few other amps like the Penguinamp Caffeine Ultra and the RSA Tomahawk but found the differences to partially affect the sound (ex. The lack of transparency of the Penguinamp, or the slightly recessed mids of the Tommy) so I decided to stay with the Minibox.
All listening was done in a quiet environment unless otherwise stated. Listening was done at a comfortable volume, which I have realized is lower than the average listening volume for most people. On the flip side I have found that if I were to turn the volume up on any recording, I simply hear more detail. I apologize in advance if my notes sound repetitive. These are my raw notes as I was listening to them, only enhanced with more detail.
Initial thoughts on Coppers
When I first tried the Coppers at Canjam with my own pair of Skullcandy (SC) ear tips, I was pleasantly surprised by its sound. It was not because of its bass, but rather everything was so accurately presented. To me, I was listening to my music the way it should be heard. It covered all the bases, with no compromises.
Some comments on the overall sound and characteristics of the Coppers:
* Neutral with a bit of warmth to it
* Just enough to give the music feeling but without making it sound too laid
back or dark
* Very smooth sound with no sharp edges or too crisp a response
Music:
Cascada - Evacuate the dance floor
* Bass impact is strong and sufficient
* Mids/vocals are present and are in their proper place; not too forward and
not too recessed
* Highs are present without stepping in too much
* Does not over-do it on the bass by exaggerating it; tight and accurate but
extends just enough
Cascada - Pyromania
* bass is sufficient in quantity
* Present with just the right punch and extension without overdoing it to the
point of being head-ache inducing
* Here the highs are a bit more subtle/covered up; not as forward
* Vocals just present enough; not too recessed
* Good left-right sound stage with vocals (does not sound like it is totally in
my head)
Cascada - Fever
* Good sound stage and separation of vocals
* Mids/vocals present without being too recessed
* Bass present with just the right punch since usually bass is not as present
in this song
* Brings it out a bit more
Taeyang - Wedding dress
* Bass has good quantity and punch, reaching low enough to properly reflect
recording
* Mids/vocals present but just there where they should be
* Highs once again smoothed out and subtle; but still present
* Good extension of bass without over-doing it
* Is approaching the edge of too much but keeps it under control
Akon - Body bounce ft. Kardinal Offishall (192 kbps)
* Bass has good punch/impact
* Solid enough to be felt
* Highs smoothed out and somewhat covered
* Mids/vocals present at the right location
* Not too forward and not too recessed
* Good sound stage and imaging
Taio Cruz - Dynamite (256 kbps)
* vocals/mids well presented
* Good detail! Can hear a lot of subtle things like drawing of breath
* Sufficient bass impact without being overkill
* Highs subtle/smooth and non-fatiguing
Timbaland - If we ever meet again ft. Katy Perry
* Good bass impact and extension
* Accurate with the right quantity without over-powering the mids
* Vocals well presented and accurate
* Good detail - can pick out small details in recording that I usually cannot
with lower-end earphones
Timbaland - We belong to the music ft. Miley Cyrus
* Bass impact sufficient enough to be felt
* Vocals well placed with good sound stage
* Highs smoothed out/partially covered
* When melody is taken out bass is more isolated and present with stronger
impact/punch
* Can really feel the music
* Vocals again well presented with good imaging
* Great for basshead
* Presents recording accurately and with authority
Jay Sean - Do you remember
* Highs present but not too crisp/fatiguing
* Bass well rounded with good extension reflecting recording
* Bass has good impact
* Good separation with vocals present in center location
* Good sound stage with vocals well placed but not as expansive like Sennheiser
IE8s
Rise Against - Saviour
* Guitar is live and present with some edginess but not as edgy as SR80i;
smoother
* Drums present and felt but not overpowering
* Guitars smooth and well placed
* Good separation with guitar and drums; can pick them apart and pinpoint their
locations
* Vocals still present and well placed in the middle of instruments
* Guitar has good feel/jive to it
* Just warm enough to be felt
Stereos - Butterflies (256 kbps)
* Bass guitar and drums can be felt
* Not overkill but engaging
* Power chord has good feel to it
* Good warmth
K'Naan - Wavin flag Fifa version (192 kbps)
* Intro with drums can really be felt
* Reverberates as if you are live and present
* The power/impact can really be felt
* The bass is present and has good quality punch
* Vocals placed front and center
Isolation and use in real-world environment
* Initial burn in with my own Skull Candy (SC) ear tips using Sansa Fuze LOD
out to RSA Hornet M
* Key word/theme: accurate, balanced
* On the subway it has great seal just like regular turbines
* Some smaller details may be drowned out, but not by much
* Most of the sound comes through, including the bass
* The bass is present, and just enough that it is felt and heard but not
overkill
* In a slightly less noisy environment (mall food court), bass is more
prominent
* Great separation and soundstage (above average)
* Sound is very accurate; just like how it is supposed to sound from the
recording
* Bass is just the right balance; not too heavy overkill but not lacking in
punch or extension like the regular turbines do
* Bass can be felt just enough that it satisfies 98% of bassheads including
myself
* Good punch and extension without going over the top and remaining in control
* For rock it is very smooth, and makes sure it is not too forward or edgy by
taming it
Ear tips test in noisy food court
Triple flanges:
* Very intrusive
* Insertion is very deep
* Also somewhat difficult to fit onto barrel of earphones
* the tips were flimsy and did not hold its shape when pressed in to fit onto
earphones
* for the effect on sound, isolation is excellent
* total and complete isolation with only the music coming through
* crowd noise is distant and very quiet (if you can even find it)
* bass can be felt; it is moving even at quiet volumes
* cannot even hear conversation of people at the table next to me
* does not take away from the sound
* comes on full, clear, and unaffected
regular Skullcandy silicone tips:
* can still hear some crowd noise in background
* have to turn up volume slightly compared to triple flanges to get same
perceived volume
black silicone tips (non super):
* isolates slightly better than SC ones
* as a result sound is a bit fuller and more complete, with fuller and rounder
bass vs SC tips at same volume
* sound comes through more clearly
white silicone super tips:
* better isolation
* still minor crowd noise but that might be due to fitment (triple flanges
expanded canals)
* crowd noise more minor than the standard black silicone tips
* as close to the isolation of triple flanges you can get without the same
feel/intrusion
* no affect on sound again
* everything comes through fully at same volume
* smooth highs are there
* mids present
* bass comes on strong and can be felt but not overdone
* bass might be slightly more controlled than regular tips due to
isolation/construction
foam super tips:
* excellent isolation with a bit more crowd noise than silicone super tips, but
not a whole lot more
* still better than the SC ear tips
* reduces the impact/punch of the bass very slightly
* almost like it is being rounded off a little
* it is like the extension has been reduced slightly
* another way of putting it is on certain songs (Rihanna - Rude boy intro) it
does not reverberate as much as the silicone tips
* all-around sound is still maintained with no changes
shirt clip:
* does the job it is intended to do, but keep in mind it is only secure at that
one point the clip is on
* rest of the cable can still move
cable management:
* effective
* walking around with earphones in my pocket, there were no knots or any mix up
Final thoughts:
If you are like me and you have been searching for that one pair of earphones with enough bass to satisfy your needs, the Coppers are the ones to get. I highly recommend pairing it with an RSA Hornet M to unleash its full potential.
It is difficult to put this into words, but these earphones just do everything right. They present the music very naturally with no compromises in any of the departments. I believe if you play a complicated recording with a lot of highs like instrumentals, you may have some difficulty picking out everything because it would be so subtle. But if you turn up the volume you should be able to pick it out, since we all know dynamics are some-what volume dependent.
The Coppers have great detail and just the right amount of warmth so that it is not fatiguing but it does not put you to sleep either. It recreates recordings with authority and feeling so that it gets you into the music and you will be tapping your foot before you know it. Placement of vocals is spot on center stage, with all aspects of sound present without over-powering any other areas. Its bass can be felt because it is the good kind of bass where it is in the lower frequency range, and it always stays in that area without over-powering and colouring other areas of the spectrum.
Overall I can recommend these earphones without a second thought. They are great all-around earphones that really move you. I can say with certainty after going through so many earphones that I have found the ones that I have been searching for. I have sold most of the earphones I have bought over the past few years, and I use these most of the time. And for the ear tips, instead of using my SC ear tips with the Coppers I now use the Monster silicone super tips.
I gave it 4 out of 5 stars only because of the lack of a protective hard case. Otherwise it would have been 5 out of 5.
 95% Positive, but.... July 22, 2010
Discriminating Buyer in Colorado (Southwestern Colorado)
1 out of 4 found this review helpful
I agree with most every positive thing said about these earbuds. However there is ONE single attribute that is forcing me to return them. The efficiency must be low because they do not have enough volume level when being played on my HTC Incredible cellphone. Other earbuds are quite loud. These are not loud enough for me sorry to say. I LOVE the design, the fit, the quality..EVERYTHING except low volume. They DID sound loud enough on my ipods. If you get them and they are loud enough for you then you will be truly satisfied with your purchase.
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