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Klipsch Image One II Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price in UK: ~£110
Avg. price in US: ~$150
Form factor: on-ear
Connectivity: wired
Battery life: N/A hours
Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

Klipsch Image One II review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

5.6

Good

5.1

Good

7.4

Very good

3.2
Gaming
Score components:
35.0%
0.0
Audio latency
25.0%
0.0
Low-latency game mode
20.0%
10
Can be used as a headset
12.0%
10
Noise-canceling microphone
8.0%
0.0
Battery life
1.6
Travel
Score components:
28.0%
1.0
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
24.0%
0.0
Battery life
18.0%
7.1
Weight
16.0%
0.0
Multipoint support
14.0%
0.0
Ambient sound mode
5.2
Calls
Score components:
28.0%
10
Noise-canceling microphone
24.0%
10
Can be used as a headset
18.0%
0.0
Multipoint support
16.0%
0.0
Battery life
14.0%
0.0
Companion app
6.2
Workout
Score components:
28.0%
7.1
Weight
24.0%
9.0
Water resistance
20.0%
4.0
IP rating
16.0%
0.0
Battery life
12.0%
10
Can be used as a headset

Best prices in UK

Best rankings

#192 in Best Wired Headphones
#713 in Best Headphones with Mic

Verdict

The Klipsch Image One II is a lightweight, closed-back on-ear headphone featuring 40mm dynamic moving coil drivers that deliver a bass-heavy sound signature across a frequency response of 16Hz to 23kHz. With an impedance of 32 ohms and a high sensitivity of 110dB, these headphones are highly efficient and easy to drive from mobile devices. Its main characteristics include a portable folding design, high-density memory foam ear cushions for passive noise isolation, and a tangle-resistant flat cable equipped with a three-button Apple-compatible remote and directional microphone. Main pros include its exceptional comfort, punchy low-end performance, and enhanced portability compared to the original model. However, notable cons include reported concerns regarding long-term build durability and a sound profile that some listeners find slightly muddy in the midrange.

Technical Specifications of Klipsch Image One II

Overall score

5.6

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Popularity

What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.

Sound

5.1

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Active noise cancellation (ANC)

What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology

When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

Importance: HIGH

Driver type

What it is: Type of speaker driver technology used

When it matters: When the underlying sound character and driver technology matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

dynamic

Driver size

What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit

When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

Importance: MEDIUM

Number of drivers

What it is: Total number of speaker drivers per earcup

When it matters: When multi-driver designs are part of your buying criteria.

Importance: LOW

Lowest frequency

What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce

When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=10 Hz

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Calls & Controls

7.5

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Noise-canceling microphone

What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls

When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

Importance: MEDIUM

Can be used as a headset

What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.

When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

Importance: MEDIUM

Number of microphones

What it is: Total number of built-in microphones

When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

Boom microphone

What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity

When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.

Importance: LOW

Microphone SNR

What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone

When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >80 dB

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Connectivity

6.8

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Connectivity

What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)

When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

Importance: HIGH

Bluetooth version

What it is: Version of Bluetooth technology supported

When it matters: When wireless stability, efficiency, and feature support matter more than treating Bluetooth as a box-check spec.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

N/A

Maximum Bluetooth range

What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device

When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

N/A

Audio latency

What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode

When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

N/A

Multipoint support

What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices

When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

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Features

2.7

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Ambient sound mode

What it is: Allows external sounds to pass through for awareness

When it matters: When you need to stay aware of traffic, voices, or announcements.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

EQ support

What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer

When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

Importance: MEDIUM

Companion app

What it is: Dedicated mobile app for customization and updates

When it matters: When software customization, updates, and extra controls matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

Adjustable ANC levels

What it is: Allows adjustment of noise cancellation intensity levels

When it matters: When you move between quiet rooms, offices, streets, and public transport and do not want one ANC setting for every situation.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=4

N/A

Voice assistant support

What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant

When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

Importance: LOW

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Battery

6.8

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Battery life

What it is: Playback time on a single charge

When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

N/A

Battery life with ANC

What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled

When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

N/A

Charging time

What it is: Time required for a full battery charge

When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

N/A

Quick charge

What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period

When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A

Battery capacity

What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery

When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

N/A

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Design

7.2

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Brand name

What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.

When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Klipsch

Form factor

What it is: Overall design type of the headphones (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, etc.)

When it matters: When comfort, portability, and isolation depend on the overall headphone style.

Importance: HIGH

on-ear

Weight

What it is: Total weight of the headphones

When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

Acoustic design

What it is: Type of acoustic design (open-back, closed-back, semi-open)

When it matters: When you need the right balance of isolation, leakage, and soundstage.

Importance: HIGH

closed-back

Clamp force

What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head

When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Klipsch Image One II vs the average headphone

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Clear call microphone
Klipsch Image One II offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.
Importance: MEDIUM
Klipsch Image One II offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Direct 3.5 mm plug
Klipsch Image One II includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average headphone does not. 38.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
What it is: Shows whether the headphones end in a built-in 3.5 mm male plug instead of relying on a separate detachable cable.
When it matters: When direct wired compatibility with older devices or adapters matters.
Importance: MEDIUM
Klipsch Image One II includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average headphone does not. 38.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
8 dB/mW higher sensitivity
Klipsch Image One II has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (110 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
What it is: Sound pressure output level per unit of input power
When it matters: When you plan to use weaker sources like phones, handhelds, or entry-level dongles and still want enough volume.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=106 dB/mW
Klipsch Image One II has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (110 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.110 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
36.6% lower weight
Klipsch Image One II is lighter than the average headphone (138.3 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: <150 g
Klipsch Image One II is lighter than the average headphone (138.3 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.138.3 g vs 218 g
In-line controls
Klipsch Image One II includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
What it is: Controls available on in-line remote of wired cable
When it matters: When your wired setup depends on cable-mounted buttons or call controls.
Importance: LOW
Klipsch Image One II includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
Wind noise reduction
Klipsch Image One II reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
What it is: Reduces wind interference for clearer outdoor calls
When it matters: When you take calls outdoors while walking, cycling, or commuting.
Importance: LOW
Klipsch Image One II reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
Foldable design
Klipsch Image One II has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
What it is: Earcups or headband can fold for compact storage
When it matters: When you travel often and want easier storage in a bag.
Importance: LOW
Klipsch Image One II has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
3,000 Hz higher treble extension
Klipsch Image One II has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (23,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
What it is: Highest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When treble extension and overall frequency reach matter to you.
Importance: MEDIUM
Good value: >=24000 Hz
Klipsch Image One II has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (23,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.23000 Hz vs 20000 Hz
36.6% lower weight
Klipsch Image One II is lighter than the average headphone (138.3 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
Foldable design
Klipsch Image One II has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
8 dB/mW higher sensitivity
Klipsch Image One II has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (110 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
3,000 Hz higher treble extension
Klipsch Image One II has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (23,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
Removable battery
Klipsch Image One II has a removable battery, the average headphone does not. 7.6% of headphones have a removable battery.
Direct 3.5 mm plug
Klipsch Image One II includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average headphone does not. 38.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
Clear call microphone
Klipsch Image One II offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
In-line controls
Klipsch Image One II includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
Wind noise reduction
Klipsch Image One II reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.

Calls & Controls

Why is Klipsch Image One II worse than the average headphone?

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Fixed cable
Klipsch Image One II has a fixed cable, while the average headphone has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
No voice assistant support
Klipsch Image One II does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
5 years older release date
Klipsch Image One II was released earlier than the average headphone (2,012 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.
September 2012
No voice assistant support
Klipsch Image One II does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.
Importance: LOW
Klipsch Image One II does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
Fixed cable
Klipsch Image One II has a fixed cable, while the average headphone has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
What it is: Cable can be removed or replaced
When it matters: When you care about easier cable replacement, simpler storage, or the option to swap to shorter, longer, or upgraded leads.
Importance: MEDIUM
Klipsch Image One II has a fixed cable, while the average headphone has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
5 years older release date
Klipsch Image One II was released earlier than the average headphone (2,012 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.
September 2012
What it is: Official release or launch date of the model
When it matters: When you want a newer model for fresher features, longer support life, or simply to avoid buying into an older generation.
Importance: LOW
Good value: >=2020
Klipsch Image One II was released earlier than the average headphone (2,012 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.2012 vs 2017
7.6% lower user score
Klipsch Image One II has a lower user score than the average headphone (7.44 vs 8.000).
What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Klipsch Image One II has a lower user score than the average headphone (7.44 vs 8.000).7.44 vs 8

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What customers like about Klipsch Image One II?

Exceptional comfort with soft, high-density memory foam ear pads
Rich, punchy bass response ideal for EDM and hip-hop
Lightweight and foldable design for easy portability
Single-sided flat cable that is resistant to tangling
Includes a high-quality hard-shell travel case and adapters
Efficient drivers that produce high volume even at low source levels
Effective passive noise isolation from the updated flat earcup seal

What customers dislike about Klipsch Image One II?

Frequent reports of poor build quality and structural fragility
Prone to mechanical failure, such as headbands cracking or drivers dying
Treble and midrange clarity can sound 'muddy' or recessed
Inline remote and volume controls are primarily limited to Apple devices
Earpads have a tendency to trap heat during long listening sessions
Unforgiving toward low-quality audio files due to warm sound signature
Cable connection at the jack can become loose, leading to channel loss

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headphoneslab.com

01/04/2020

Klipsch Image ONE Gen 2 Bluetooth On-Ear Headphones - HeadphonesLab

According to the Headphones Lab review, the Klipsch Image ONE Gen 2 Bluetooth On-Ear HeadphonesGo are a mixed bag that primarily prioritizes comfort and functionality over premium audio performance. The design stands out as exceptionally light and comfortable for an under-$150 pair, featuring special flat foam earpads that provide good noise isolation for work or gaming...Read more

earmass.wordpress.com

26/04/2013

Klipsch Image One II : Turned the Bass Mood On! For the full review, visit TechRadar.

The Klipsch Image One II ($150 USD) is a lightweight, compact, on-ear headphone specifically engineered for "bass heads" and mainstream music listeners on the go. The reviewer notes that its sound signature is distinctly warm, featuring a deep, tight, and punchy bass with excellent rumble that easily outperforms competitors like the Beats Solo. While the vocals and midrange remain...Read more

techradar.com

16/04/2013

Klipsch Image One (II) review - TechRadar

The Klipsch Image One (II) headphones feature a functional, redesigned aesthetic compared to the original model, sporting a stylish gloss-black headband, updated earbud backings, and flat earpads designed to improve noise isolation. A major physical improvement is the single-sided, tangle-free cable connected only to the right earpad, which significantly reduces cable clutter and...Read more

headphoneslab.com

01/04/2020

Klipsch Image ONE Gen 2 Bluetooth On-Ear Headphones

The Klipsch Image ONE Gen 2 Bluetooth On-Ear Headphones offer a mixed experience, combining a highly comfortable design with underwhelming audio performance. On the positive side, these headphones are remarkably lightweight and feature flat, professional-grade foam earcups that fold flat for easy storage and transportation. Users will find convenient playback and call controls...Read more

techradar.com

16/04/2013

Klipsch Image One (II) review

The Klipsch Image One (II) on-ear headphones feature a refreshed aesthetic that updates the original model with a gloss-back headband, high-end accents on the earcups, and flat earpads designed to optimize noise isolation. The updated hardware streamlines daily use by replacing the old dual-cable setup with a single, tangle-free cable connected only to the right earpad, complete...Read more

leclaireur.fnac.com

31/10/2012

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The Klipsch Mode M40 noise-canceling headphones are a premium, high-end audio product that mirrors the signature luxury aesthetic and dynamic sound signature of the brand's legendary loudspeakers. The review highlights several core strengths, starting with an exceptional, uncompromised build quality featuring heavily padded ear cups, a foldable closed-back design, and an elegant...Read more

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17/04/2012

Klipsch Image ONE On-Ear Headphones Review: Quality and Style at a Low Price

The SaggiaMente review praises the Klipsch Image ONE On-Ear headphones for delivering a stylish design, characterized by leather earcups and chrome details, alongside a powerful, clean sound from 40mm drivers. Key benefits include effective, comfortable passive noise isolation for daily use and a high-quality audio experience at a competitive price point. Conversely, the review...Read more

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Klipsch Image ONE On-Ear - Headphones and Earphones

The Klipsch Image ONE On-ear headphones are highlighted as high-quality, versatile devices suitable for both casual listeners and audiophiles. They feature a refined design with leather foam earpieces for long-term comfort and reinforced cables for increased durability. A standout feature is their innovative passive noise attenuation system, which effectively reduces external noise...Read more

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