CONCLUSION

   Testing the TMA-1 DJ Headphones a few months ago was something that took quite a bit of time but the second time over we didn't think it was really necessary since the Fools Gold Limited Edition is virtually the same. Still we did plug them with our usual audio testing devices including my Yamaha A/V amplifiers (RX-V650/RX-V463), the Logitech Squeezebox Touch, android smartphones (LG Optimus 2X/Huawei Honor), an iPhone4 and finally the Creative Labs Titanium HD audio card placed in our primary system. This time over however we did burn-in the drivers for a total of 27 hours to see if that would make any difference (we didn't do so with the original TMA-1 DJ). However no matter the different path we chose the TMA-1 DJ Headphones with Mic produced the same incredible deep and rich bass coupled with very accurate crisp/dynamic midrange response and almost flawless highs. Just like with the original TMA-1 our sole concern is the lack of noise isolation due to the rather small earcups but that shouldn't be a problem to DJs and professionals alike. As for the Omni-directional microphone once again we didn’t really put much effort into testing it since it pretty much worked as advertised with the very few calls we used it for.

   Normally most high end professional grade closed type headphones cost quite a bit (quite easily exceeding the USD300/300Euros price mark) but AIAIAI seems to have an entirely different approach since they are pricing their solutions quite aggressively (always compared to the competition). So although the TMA-1 DJ Headphones with Mic Fools Gold Limited Edition can be considered as a collector’s edition it retails for roughly USD196.95 inside the USA (Purchase Directly from Amazon.com) and at around 220Euros inside the EU (Purchase Directly from Amazon.co.uk). You can also purchase the TMA-1 DJ Headphones with Mic Fools Gold Limited Edition directly from AIAIAI but usually prices are lower in stores like Amazon. Unfortunately people who may have no need for the in-line Omni-directional microphone there's no standalone version available right now so if you don't care about having a limited yellow/black version then i suggest purchasing the normal TMA-1 DJ Headphones which should save you a few bucks. Once again AIAIAI has impressed us with their solution and although the Fools Gold Limited Edition is actually the same as the original TMA-1 DJ Headphones with Mic that doesn't change the fact that we're still talking about a premium headphone set which is small, lightweight, extremely durable, feel great thanks to the matte black paint (that feels like rubber coating), are very comfortable (although the headband could use some more padding) and produce extremely accurate and clear audio. On top of that the new yellow/black color combination is really unique and the only reason I’d choose another AIAIAI headset would be if they released a black/red version of either the DJ or Studio edition (which they should very soon). Our Platinum award has once again found a warm place right next to the TMA-1 DJ Headphones with Mic by AIAIAI.

PROS

- Build Quality (Extremely Durable)
- Size/Weight
- Crisp/Accurate Mids/Highs
- Deep/Rich Bass
- Plenty Of Volume
- Omni-Directional In-Line 3 Button Microphone
- Coiled And Straight 1.5m Cables
- 3.5mm To 6.3mm Gold Plated Adapter
- Gold Plated Plugs
- Fools Gold Limited Edition (Yellow/Black Color Combination)
- Price (Compared To The Competition) 

CONS

- Passive Noise Isolation
- Headband Padding