The inline remote has a metal casing with three buttons that allow you to control tracks, respond to calls as well as adjust the volume.
The remote is compatible with Android and iOS devices.
There are two balanced armature drivers which handle the production of high frequencies, resulting in highs that are really detailed and have a lot of sparkle and detail to them.
The 2 BA drivers are complemented by a dynamic driver (hence the triple driver designation) which handles the mids and the lower frequencies. Mids are smooth and clear while the bass is powerful yet at the same time is well controlled.
The headphone cable is covered by a fabric sleeve. Not only does this make the cable look and feel expensive, but this also adds to the cable's durability. This also helps prevent the cable from tangling easily.
Along with the headphones, you also get silicone and foam ear tips in multiple sizes, a leather carrying case as well as an airplane adapter. These are functional accessories that definitely add a lot of value to the overall package.
These in-ears incorporate a lot of metal in the build, with the earpieces, the in-line remote as well as the 3.5mm plug predominantly made out of metal. This gives the headphones nice heft and a quality feel.
While the Marshall Mode does not offer a lot of features or top-notch build quality, it makes up for it with great sound quality. The bass has a slight emphasis which gives the sound good power and punch. The mids sound natural and slightly forward, while the highs are able to deliver a good level of detail without getting harsh. These earphones sound best for rock music, but can also deliver great low-end performance for hip-hop music and similar genres, and crisp highs for those who love classical music.
These earphones won’t cause comfort issues, even when worn for for several hours straight.. The earpieces are light so they don’t put a lot of weight in the ears.
With the Marshall Mode, you’ll be able to get a good fit and seal in your ears. You get 4 pairs of ear tips in different sizes to choose from. The ear tips are also of decent quality, as they are not too squishy, so they should sit well in the ears and last a reasonable period of time as well.
Controlling smartphone and music functions is limited with the Mode’s inline remote. Only a single button is present, so you can only answer or end calls, play and pause music as well as skip tracks. You can’t control volume nor can you go to previous track.
The Momentum In-Ear's build features metal on the part of the earpiece that goes into the ear, while the rest is made out of quality plastic. This combination makes the headphones quite durable yet still lightweight.
You do not have to pull out your phone and remove these in-ears to take a call thanks to the in-line microphone. Voice quality is very clear, so you should be easily heard by the person on the other line.
It has a V-shaped sound signature so the bass has good rumble and power while the highs have good detail without coming off as harsh. The mids are slightly recessed but still have good presence, so vocals and guitars, though a bit soft sounding, still sound good.
This sound quality works great for a wide range of music, but bass heads especially will love the low-end rumble and punch that these headphones can put out.
They're durable enough to be chucked directly into a pocket but if you want extra protection then the included carrying case can provide it. A cable management tray is also included to keep the cable under control.
The earpieces are quite big so they may stick out from the ears. This can cause the headphones to droop down, resulting in an uncomfortable fit or less than ideal seal. This also makes them difficult to wear while lying down.
The Momentum In-Ears feature a flat cable which has good thickness to it and is quite soft and flexible. It should not break easily, and the integrated strain relief hoop on the earpiece will help prevent the cable from accidentally detaching from the earpiece housing.
The V-Moda Forza Metallo has amazing build quality for in-ear headphones. The earpieces are made from CNC-forged aircraft metal which gives makes them really solid yet still fairly lightweight. The cable is also reinforced so it will not break easily even if twisted a little too much. These in-ear headphones can definitely survive being stuffed in a pocket or chucked into a bag.
The sound signature has deep and powerful bass, giving you a lot of thump from bass drum hits and other low frequency sound sources. Highs also have good detail and airiness to them. Also notable are the mids which are a bit forward so vocals can still be easily appreciated despite the powerful bass and the crisp highs.
They're enjoyable to use for a wide variety of music, but bass heavy tracks are what they will work with best.
With every purchase of these headphones, you get a stylish carrying pouch, a number of different ear-tips, ear hooks and ear wings as well as a cable clip to minimize cable movement.
You can wear these in-ears like you would standard in-ear headphones, but if you want to keep them more snug in your ear, you can choose to attach the included ear hooks and wings which will provide better fit and help them stay in place in your ear better.
Not only does the cable reinforcement add durability, but it also helps prevent the cable from tangling. The cable has good flexibility and has little memory, so it is not likely to get tangled up while inside your pocket or bag.
You get a number of ear tips which come in different sizes. It should be easier for you to find a pair that is able to provide a good seal and should result in optimal sound and improved noise isolation.
If you prefer more neutral sounding headphones, especially from the lower frequencies, you may want want to stay clear from these. The Forza Metallo's bass is quite powerful and prominent, and while this does not muddy up the other frequencies, the power and impact from the bass may just be too much for you.