Oblanc NC-2 U.F.O. and NC1-1 Cobra Headset Review

Posted February 1, 2013 by Kenny in PC Audio

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Overview

Hardware: PC Audio, Peripherals

Manufacturer: Oblanc, Syba

Price at time of Review: NC-2 U.F.O. MSRP $129.99 and NC1-1 Cobra MSRP $69.99

WHAT WE LIKED:

NC-2 U.F.O. - Powerful Bass, Individual Volume adjustments, customize controlling, NC1-1 Cobra - Great Clarity, Aesthetic appeal, comfort

WHAT WE DISLIKED:

NC-2 U.F.O. - Whining Noise when Charging, Distortion at high volume levels

BOTTOM LINE:

Both Headsets are a great value at this price point. The powerful bass on the NC-2 U.F.O and Individual volume controls were a great feature Winner. The NC1-1 Cobra is a great overall headset. Both headsets were iPhone and iPod ready along with adapters for PC use.
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Specification and Package

Specifications:

NC-2 U.F.O

Massive 30mm drivers deliver rich stereo sound.
Individual 40mm subwoofer drivers for deep bass
In-line microphone with call control and tangle-free cord.
3.5mm 4-pole connector is compatible with most smartphones, tablets, and mobile phones.
Special earcups for extreme comfort.
Includes a twin 3.5mm adapter for use with computers, laptops, and netbooks.
Acoustic Design: Dynamic, Closed-back
Frequency Response: 20-20kHz
Driver: 40mm, 32Ω
Speaker Sensitivity: 116dBSPL (1mW)@1kHZ
THD: <1%@1kHZ / 0.775V
Maximum Input / Output Power: 200mW / 40mW
Microphone Size: 4.0×1.5mm
Microphone Sensitivity-58dB (0dB=1V/pa)
Connector: 3.5mm 4-Pole Gold Plated
Cable Length: 47″ (1200mm)
Ear Pad: Leatherette

NC1-1 Cobra

Massive 50mm driverd deliver rich stereo sound.
In-line microphone with call control and tangle-free cord.
3.5mm 4-pole connector is compatible with most smartphones, tablets, and mobile phones.
Special earcups for extreme comfort.
Includes a twin 3.5mm adapter for use with computers, laptops, and netbooks.
Acoustic Design: Dynamic, Closed-back
Frequency Response: 20-20kHz
Driver: 50mm, 32Ω
Speaker Sensitivity: 113dBSPL (1mW)@1kHZ
THD: <1%@1kHZ / 0.775V
Maximum Input / Output Power: 200mW / 40mW
Microphone Size: 4.0×1.5mm
Microphone Sensitivity-58dB (0dB=1V/pa)
Connector: 3.5mm 4-Pole Gold Plated
Cable Length: 47″ (1200mm)
Ear Pad: Leatherette

Package:

First looking at the package here, you can see that Oblanc has chosen to use some bright colors. We have a neon yellow and neon green package with a small side window on one side allowing a partial view of the headset. These uniquely bright colors really make the package pop.

On the back of each side of the package you will find some quick specifications for each headset, and some great at a glance information.

One of the unique features of this package is the front and side windows that allow the buyer to take a good look at the front and side of the headset. This is a great feature so you know exactly what you’re buying.

For the NC-2 U.F.O. headset we checked out the hardware that is included. We have here the USB charging cable for the powered subwoofer and the PC inline adapter cables for mic and headphone. We also found a nice set of documentation for the headset.

For the NC1-1 Cobra headset we find the same information as the NC-2 U.F.O. minus the USB cable, since the Cobra doesn’t have the powered subwoofer driver.