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EarMen

EarMen - Colibri

Portable DAC And Amp
₹ 11,999
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7 Day Replacement Guarantee

In case you receive the EarMen - Colibri with a manufacturing defect, please raise a return request within 7 days of delivery.

However, if you receive an incorrect / damaged / different product or one with missing accessories, please raise a return request within 24 hours of delivery. In case you receive a product with a missing, incorrect, or faulty accessory, you will be given a replacement accessory instead of the entire product.

Please make sure that the product is in the original packaging with all the accessories it came with. We'll also need an unboxing video and images of the parcel to investigate about the discrepancy. You may be asked to share images of the product and the packaging received for us to determine the damage or defect prior to approving the return request. The free replacement will be shipped only once the original order is returned.

A replacement will be issued only if:

- It is found to be defective
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- The product is not different from what was shipped to you
- The product is returned in original condition (with brand’s/manufacturer's box, MRP tag intact, user manual, warranty card and all the accessories therein)

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Warranty & Services

Don't sweat it, this EarMen - Colibri comes with a 2 Year warranty from EarMen that covers manufacturing defects. All products featured on Headphone Zone are backed by an original manufacturer's warranty.

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Why EarMen is Special

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Designed in Serbia
Established & Reputed

Trust us, our reputation in the audio world speaks for itself!


This headphone or gear comes from a well-respected brand known for its high-quality audio equipment, so you can be confident in your purchase.


If you see a product marked as “🎖️ Established & Reputed”, it means you're getting a top-tier device from a brand that's earned its stripes in the audio industry.
Specialist

A masterpiece from the experts who know audio inside and out!


This headphone or gear is crafted by specialists who know their stuff, ensuring every detail is perfect.


If you see a product marked as “🌟 Specialist”, it means you're choosing a device designed by experts who specialize in creating this specific category of device.
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Boutique Brand
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Born in 2012

Why we love this DAC/Amp

Premium Economy

Sensible spending and class above in quality. 


This headphone or gear offers top-notch sound and performance without much impact on your pocket, promising a delightful experience that exceeds your expectations at an economical price point.


If you see a product marked as “💎 Premium Economy," it indicates that you're getting a high-quality audio product with exceptional sound clarity and reliable performance, all at a budget-friendly price.

Serious Audiophiles Only

Diving deeper into exploring the hobby is never enough.


If you're an audiophile on a hunt for a device that meets your high standards, this is one such headphone or gear designed for discerning audiophiles like you in mind.


If you see a product marked with “🦈 Serious Audiophiles Only" we assure you that this device can match your depth of knowledge and expertise to take your passion for audio to the next level.
For Audiophiles On-the-Go

Are you an audiophile looking to carry your music with you wherever you go?


This headphone or gear is portable and is designed to deliver top-notch audio quality on the move, ensuring your favourite tracks sound their best no matter where you are.


If you see a product marked "🛺 For Audiophiles On-the-Go", it means this product is perfectly portable, turning every journey into a musical adventure with studio-quality sound!
Battery Life

No need to be connected to the power socket with these devices.


This headphone or gear promises long-lasting battery performance, ensuring your device keeps up with your adventures without missing a beat.


If you see products marked as “⏳ Battery Life”, be rest assured that you'll enjoy extended usage time, whether it's for uninterrupted music playback, extended gaming sessions, or all-day productivity, keeping you powered up throughout your day.
Works Great with Type-C

Don’t have a 3.5mm headphone jack on your phone? Don’t worry we got you covered.


This headphone or gear is fully compatible with Type-C USB connectors. Not only do they seamlessly connect to your device without needing an additonal dongle or adapter and ensures optimal performance without any hassle.


If you see a product marked as “📱 Works Great with Type-C”, you can be confident that you'll experience seamless connectivity with a universal connection standard that simplifies your audio setup.
Built like a Tank

No need to worry about durability.


If you're seeking a headphone or gear with a strong, rugged build, this snapshot indicates that this is the one for you.


If you see a product marked with “🪖 Built like a Tank", it means this product is crafted with metal in its design, ensuring exceptional robustness and durability.

Why it Sounds Amazing

DAC Chip

Know the secret to your pristine audio.


This headphone or gear reveals the secret sauce behind superior audio quality, highlighting the presence of a high-performance DAC chip for pristine sound reproduction.


If you see products marked as “⚙️ DAC Chip”, expect to experience your music with unparalleled clarity, detail, and fidelity, ensuring that every note and nuance is faithfully reproduced for your listening pleasure.
Power Output

When you need that juice to get the best out of your products.


This headphone or gear packs a punch, revealing the product's impressive power output capabilities, ensuring it can handle even the most demanding products with ease.


If you see products marked as “🚀 Power Output”, you're in for a treat with robust performance for driving high-fidelity products without breaking a sweat.
Balanced Output

Upgrading from single-ended to balanced can be the easiest way to improve your sound.


This DAC, Amp or Hi-Res player offers a balanced output, ensuring pristine audio quality with minimised interference and enhanced clarity for your listening pleasure.


If you see a product marked as "⚖️ Balanced Output”, get ready for a symphony of crystal-clear tunes, free from any unwanted noise drama!
The Earmen Colibri delivers remarkable sound quality, combining a lightweight and compact design. It boasts the power to drive full-sized headphones, functioning as a versatile portable DAC as well as a desktop DAC. The Colibri presents a level of sophistication and a desktop-like audio experience that's truly exceptional.
RAGHAV SOMANI

About RAGHAV SOMANI

Raghav Somani is the Founder & CEO of Headphone Zone. An avid audiophile and musician since 2008, his choice of headphones include STAX Electrostats, Audeze LCD 3, and for music on the go, the JH Audio Roxanne + Astell&Kern SP1000 is never too far away. On his playlist, you'll find A.R. Rahman, Michael Jackson, and the Eagles.

EMBEDDED WITH PREMIUM ES9281 PRO CHIP WITH SUPPORT FOR PCM, DSD AND MQA FILES

EarMen presents the all-new Colibri DAC/Amp that is designed to set new standards for portable devices. At the core of EarMen Colibri is the flagship ESS ES9281 Pro chip that conducts all the conversion for the device. The ESS Sabre Pro series is utilised for premium audiophile equipment and sets a new benchmark in high-end audio by offering the highest dynamic range (DNR) with impressively low levels of total harmonic distortion plus noise (THD+N). EarMen Colibri supports Hi-Res PCM files up to 32bit/384kHz PCM, DoP, DSD64, DSD128 and MQA files natively.
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DELIVERING CLEAN AND DETAILED AUDIO WITH EXCELLENT STEREO SEPARATION

The most important feature of the EarMen Colibri is its ability to provide a clean and full-spectrum audio reproduction. Colibri uses the latest state-of-art hardware and software solutions in its make, all of which come together to provide a detailed listening experience. The mid and high range frequencies beautifully complement the lowest tones. The tones are heard without beautification, so whatever device you choose to use will be reflected accurately as intended by the musicians. EarMen Colibri offers excellent separation and pronounced stereo image while keeping all frequencies balanced.

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BATTERY-POWERED AND EXPERTLY DESIGNED IN EUROPE WITH QUALITY COMPONENTS

EarMen Colibri is equipped with a battery and will not consume the battery from your connected device. The embedded battery power provides an ultra-clean and stable DC power supply, avoiding the issues of noise-inducing RFI/EMI pollution. Despite its compact size, the Colibri delivers a powerful audio experience. Buttons on the side will provide tactile control to the device and music. The body of the Colibri is made of a full aluminium block using CNC machining, providing supreme durability. With detailed construction manufactured to the highest standards in a European factory, Colibri build quality exceeds the industry standards and ensures a timeless design.

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2 Year Warranty

Don't sweat it, this EarMen - Colibri comes with a 2 Year warranty from EarMen that covers manufacturing defects. All products featured on Headphone Zone are backed by an original manufacturer's warranty.

Read more about EarMen's warranty in India.

Perfecting Natural and Clean Sound

EarMen is a renowned audio company with over a decade of experience specializing in the development of DACs and Tube Amplifiers. Their mission is to deliver a neutral, natural, and clean sound packaged in elegant and high-quality designs.

Founded by Milomir "Miki" Trosic, EarMen is committed to pushing the boundaries of portable listening, offering innovative and outstanding products like the Sparrow, Eagle, and Donald DAC. Despite their compact size, EarMen products boast powerful audio components designed to provide an uncompromising audio experience. Based in Serbia, EarMen ensures the highest standards in both product quality and after-sale support.

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Headfonics

"Sound-wise the Colibri with the ESS DAC chip performs well with a full presence and a natural and musical delivery. Good sound, double outputs, volume control, bass boost and MQA."

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Headfonics

"While having a neutral tonal presentation typically makes for a less engaging experience, the nuance and scale of Earmen Colibri’s presentation make for an overall engaging experience in a portable package."

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Prime-Audio

"The Earmen Colibri treads new ground, mixing the portability of a dongle with the stability of a pure DC current courtesy of its discrete built-in battery. The cleanest and purest sound for your phone or laptop when on the go."

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Head-Fi

"Delicate sound, with a neutral-analytical tendency, but very mature, with great resolution and definition. Ultra low impedance, which makes it very suitable for very sensitive and difficult to drive headphones."

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DAC Chip

ESS Sabre ES9281 PRO

R-2R Resistor Ladder

ESS Sabre ES9281AC

Headphone Output

3.5mm (Single-Ended)
4.4mm (Balanced)

3.5mm (Single-Ended)
4.4mm (Balanced)

3.5mm (Single-Ended)

Ideal For

🦈 Serious Audiophiles Only

🦈 Serious Audiophiles Only

🦈 Serious Audiophiles Only

Power Output

Upto 280mW @ 32 Ohms

Upto 213mW @ 32 Ohms

21mW @ 32 Ohms

Input

USB-C

USB-C

USB-C


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Customer Reviews

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Amey Naik (Mumbai)
An amazing pair of portable Amp and DAC

I had recently bought the Earmen Coliibri portable amp and dac which was on sound festival sale. The packaging of the product was really good and the device itself is extremly well built! The design and the feel of the product is superb and on top it comes with a free leather case which is icing on the cake.
It comes with an in built battery which gives about roughly 4.5 Hrs of continuous playback time when fully charged. The battery level indication is shown when the device is turned on and depending on the battery level it will blink the led indicator from 4 times maximum to 1 time of min battery level.
Now one of the main advantage and reason for me going for this device was that it has built in battery which makes sure that it doesn't drain out quickly your cellphones or laptops battery like a other portable amps and dac's do! the second reason was having an inbuilt battery makes sure that the dac chip inside the device receives uninterruptable and clean power source making sure there is no noise issue due to poor power and uneven supply! Many good portable amps suffer from this problem as they are not able to get clean power source especially when using inferior quality cellphone devices.
Now regarding the main purpose of this device! How good do they sound?
Well well well..when I first plunged in my Moondrops Blessings 2 earphones my god! I instantly noticed huge difference in sound as well as sound stage!
The sound stage so wide I could listen to the echo's in the music which previously was not even noticeable! The sound coming from the Blessing 2 was so clean i could pinpoint the source of sound very clearly! The little sibilance issue that bleesing 2 has completely went off after i plugged into this device!
The device has 3.5mm and 4.4mm balance output the moment I connected the device to 4.4mm balanced output damn!! The performace raised even higher!! The soundstage got even more wider,The bass thump increased substantially with clean and tighter impact! It was truly spectacular to say the least!
I then tried my Sennheiser IE 300 with it and again the mids which used to sound dull on those earphones came to life! More presence of the mids, high rich treble and deep impact of base made Sennheiser IE 300 sound truly amazing on this device!
Then I tried connecting my Sennheiser HD 600 over the ear headphones. It is a very difficult headphones to drive as they require 300 ohms. With it's 3.5mm output it couldn't bring the power required to drive the HD 600. But after i connected to 4.4 mm balanced output it was able to drive to HD 600 very well, which is good enough for listening satisfactorily but it lacked the oomph that only a proper desktop dac and amp can do. Nonetheless the music sounded very clean and transparent on those headphones and at no point they sounded muffled or noisy, showing how capable the dac chip and amp is of this device!
Also this device has a small bass boost button which increases the bass subtly to 3 decibels and it its quiet noticeable and comes in very handy when listening to music like EDM, HIP HOP and other genres where in one wants to feel the thump! Personally i am addicted to this bass boost feature as it sounds amazing across all genres of music.
All in all a truly spectacular device with amazing sound capabilities and a device that doesn't hog the battery of your device.
A great portable device for people who truly wants an audiophile level of listening experience from their earphones and headphones (especially withing 200 ohms). A gem of a product from built quality to sound reproduction.!
Thank you headphone zone for the quick delivery and making such a wonderful product available on a discount.

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Thanks a lot for your detailed and genuine feedback, we're glad that you have such positive thoughts about the product and we'll share your thoughts with the brand as well. It'll also help our fellow customers to make the right choice!

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Jagadish Talluri (Hyderabad)
Earmen Colibri...ah! a wasted opportunity!

The Good..!
1. Design and Looks - 5/5
Glossy finish, Stylish and Eye Candy.
2. Controlled Playback - Great and Unique Feature - 5/5
While Pause/Play, sound comes gradually from low volume to current volume in a second, instead of suddenly/abruptly shouting. I found this kind of feature in high-end Blu-ray players. It is a surprise to find it here.
3. Dedicated Charge and Data Port - Great Feature - 5/5
Simultaneously, it can be charged and played as it has two ports.

The Bad..!
1. Volume Controls - 1/5
I was stunned to know that volume controls do not control the volume of the hardware; instead, they control the volume of source device software like a cheap dongle DAC. So, in both Android and iPhone, I only got 16 steps of volume. Any DAC at this premium level should have granular volume control (like iBasso DC04 Pro, Cayin RU6 has 100 steps). In a sense, I felt like those buttons were of no value except acting as a remote control to the source device (phone/iPad). Highly disappointed.
2. Driving Power - 2/5
I tried with HD600, HD650, Simgot EW 200 and Final E-5000. To get the right effect I need to up the volume in range of 80-100%. The same is true even for balanced port, on paper its has more power but in reality I need to hover over 80% to get the desired output. But the issue is the lack of granular volume control, which results in either too loud or too low in that one-step increment. I cannot go from 80 to 82 or 84 per cent; It jumps from 80 to 88 or 90 roughly. Sometimes 100% won't give enough oomph, i.e. equivalent to no headroom.
I tried to rescue it by connecting with an external AMP (Topping NX7) to control the volume, but it affected the sound signature.
3. Bass Boost - 2.5/5
It is very subtle, very light and not significant. It's average.
4. Battery - 3/5
Every 4-5 hours, it needs to recharge.

Final Verdict: 3/5
1. Good for who overlook volume control, who like to stay at lower volumes, who uses KZ style IEMs which are sensitive and loud at low levels, collectors who can forgive volume issue for the sake of sound signature.
2. Overall, I liked the sound signature, it's beautiful, but I cannot forgive the lack of hardware volume control. So, It's not for me.

Hey Jagadish,

We're sorry to hear that the EarMen - Colibri has not met your expectations.

Our team is in touch with you over email and please be rest assured we will surely help you with a suitable solution.

J
Jayakumar V V (Alappuzha)
Good work 👏 🙌 👍

Good work 👏 🙌 👍 👌

Thank you for the review! we appreciate it.

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Pradeep Chitluri (Sharjah)
Leather case is missing.

The sound is as expected from an Earmen device. Clean sound, bass is well defined and good treble extension.
But biggest disappointment is that, there is no Leather Case, as claimed.

Hi Pradeep,

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback on the EarMen - Colibri, we're glad to hear that you're enjoying your purchase.

We appreciate you letting us know about the missing leather case. However, we'd like to clarify that there is no leather case included as an in-box accessory for the EarMen - Colibri and the same has been mentioned on our website.

In case you need any further assistance, please feel free to let us know at direct@headphonezone.in and our team will surely assist you in any way possible.

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