Sleek Audio's SA1 earbuds bring Kleer wireless, custom tuning for $80

Sleek Audio earbuds have always had a certain allure, but for most, the sticker shock alone was enough to turn 'em away. Now, however, the boutique audio shop has punched out its very first set that's tailor made for the budget-minded, and at $79.99, the SA1 offers an awful lot of value (on paper, anyway). Much like the pricier SA6 and CT6 models, the SA1 also ships with Kleer wireless technology, enabling it to go from wired to wireless and back again. It also boasts a modified VQ Tuning system that allows the user to acoustically alter the sound signature of their music, a siam rosewood body, detachable cable and single / dual-flange ear tips. The real kicker? The $79.99 price point, which is darn near unheard of for something with these kind of specs. It's up for pre-order right now in the read link, with initial shipments expected to head out in November.

[adbird Posted Oct 30th 2009 5:36PM]

how does this kleer system work with an ipod?

[zephyrsapphire Posted Oct 30th 2009 7:44PM]

These are IEMs not earbuds. How can Engadget make this kind of mistake. :S

[(Unverified) Posted Oct 30th 2009 11:25PM]

yup. recession is over. although would be nice to see some part of this made of animal.

[(Unverified) Posted Oct 31st 2009 2:15PM]

I bought a pair. The 15 bucks shipping seemed a little stiff.

[(Unverified) Posted Nov 1st 2009 7:23AM]

Try ordering a box of bubble wrap, the shipping is more than the product!

[PBR Posted Nov 1st 2009 1:24PM]

So I went and ordered a pair of these on Engadget's assertion that they should be pretty good for the money... The next thing I know, I get an e-mail back confirming my order with my name, address, e-mail address, phone number, etc. all in the clear! Thanks a LOT Sleek Audio for putting all this information I entrusted you with and putting it all out there for any bot to catch.

Not only that, but SA's phone number in that e-mail is shown as "[phone]." I mean, "555" is the exchange they use on TV shows because it is a telephone exchange that DOESN'T EXIST! Just out of curiosity I tried that number, and all I got was a recording telling me that which I already knew--the number DOES NOT EXIST!

What kind of fly by night company is SA??