‘A truly exceptional pair of true wireless earbuds.’
What Hi-Fi?,
‘A truly exceptional pair of true wireless earbuds.’
What Hi-Fi?,
'Outperform the Apple AirPods. These wireless earbuds simply blew us away.'
Techradar
‘Melomania 1 is definitely the audiophiles' choice of AirPod alternatives.’
The Daily Mail
‘Talented beyond their price. A remarkably accomplished & convincing listen.’
Trusted Reviews
'Superb sound, convenience, reliability and an almost stupidly long battery life...'
Pocket-Lint
'Sound superb. Try out a pair for yourself; you won’t be disappointed.’
Forbes
‘Very impressive. Sound quality is strong.’
The Independent
‘They sound great. What’s not to like?’
Shortlist
'Flawless wireless performance & outstanding battery life.’
The Verge
Sound Amazing.
We asked some friends – and a few famous faces – to try out the Melomania 1. Find out what they thought below!
Silicone Case
Protect your Melomania 1 with the official silicone case from Cambridge Audio. Simple yet stylish, this bespoke case is perfectly tailored for a seamless fit.
Available in six different colours it’s the perfect accessory for your Melomania 1.
Super Lightweight.
Only 4.6g each, with a choice of silicon and memory foam earphone tips.
Sweat and Water resistant
IPX5 water resistance means Melomania 1 are tough enough to survive a sudden rain shower, or a trip to the gym.
Up to 9 hours playback from a single charge
Unlike many other wireless earphones on the market, Melomania 1 provide up to 9-hours of playback from just a single charge. This class-leading battery-life is more than enough to get you through your daily commute and beyond.
Up to 9 hours playback from a single charge
Unlike many other wireless earphones on the market, Melomania 1 provide up to 9-hours of playback from just a single charge. This class-leading battery-life is more than enough to get you through your daily commute and beyond.
Graphene Enhanced 5.8mm Drivers
Graphene is incredibly lightweight, flexible and strong. Used in the Melomania 1 driver diaphragms, this strength-to-weight ratio generates a dynamic and responsive performance. From the deepest bass, to treble with incredible clarity, enjoy a superior listening experience - designed and engineered by our hi-fi engineers in London.
Award-Winning British Audio Engineering
For more than 50 years, we’ve worked hard to deliver products that help you to hear your music at it’s very best - with nothing added, nothing taken away. Designed and engineered in London, by the same team responsible for our award-winning kit, Melomania 1 are no exception. Immerse yourself in high-quality audio, without the hassle of wires, wherever you are.
Award-Winning British Audio Engineering
For more than 50 years, we’ve worked hard to deliver products that help you to hear your music at it’s very best - with nothing added, nothing taken away. Designed and engineered in London, by the same team responsible for our award-winning kit, Melomania 1 are no exception. Immerse yourself in high-quality audio, without the hassle of wires, wherever you are.
Class-leading bluetooth 5.0
Melomania 1 feature the very latest Bluetooth 5.0 technology. This ensures a superior connection with no drops in signal, wireless connectivity at up to 30 metres, and improved battery efficiency.
Your music. For longer.
Featuring an incredible 9 hours battery life between charges, the latest generation of True Wireless technology and 50 years of Great British Sound in every pair, Melomania 1 deliver the stunning audio quality you’ve come to expect from Cambridge Audio and they won’t let you down when you need them most.
Your music. For longer.
Featuring an incredible 9 hours battery life between charges, the latest generation of True Wireless technology and 50 years of Great British Sound in every pair, Melomania 1 deliver the stunning audio quality you’ve come to expect from Cambridge Audio and they won’t let you down when you need them most.
Up to 36 additional hours battery life
As if 9 hours of playback from a single charge wasn’t enough, the supplied case carries enough extra juice for no less than 4 complete recharges of the Melomania 1.
Voice Calls with cVc™ Noise Cancellation.
Enjoy voice calls with minimal distraction from background noise.
Tuned to your daily rhythm.
Melomania 1 are designed to slip seamlessly into your everyday life. Incredible battery life, comfortable fit, amazing sound quality - you’ll never want the music to stop!
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Reviews
'They certainly outperform the Apple AirPods... These wireless earbuds simply blew us away.'
Rating: 5 Stars
'Superb sound, convenience, reliability and an almost stupidly long battery life...'
‘Minimalist and clean, they really hit a new and hopefully trend-setting approach to housing Bluetooth headphones.. ...a solid choice.’
‘The audio quality is among the best among wireless earphones and the build quality is as good as it gets.’
'Talented beyond their price... A remarkably accomplished and convincing listen.'
Rating: 5 Stars
'Sound superb… try out a pair for yourself; you won’t be disappointed.’
'Der Klang der Cambridge Audio Melomania 1 ist gut ausgewogen.'
'The sound of the Cambridge Audio Melomania 1 is really well balanced.'
'Die mit vier verschiedenen Silikon-Steckern ausgestatteten In-Ears von Cambridge Audio punkten dagegen in der wohl wichtigsten Kategorie: Dem Klang.'
'The in-ears from Cambridge Audio score points in what is probably the most important category: sound.'
'[V]ery clearly the quality Bluetooth-only alternative to Apple’s AirPods, which they beat in price by $30.'
‘The dinky charge case will replenish the battery four times, they sound great and cost significantly less than the other top pairs. What’s not to like?’
'[T]he Cambridge Audio Melomania 1 is the best set of wireless earbuds I’ve tested yet. The quality is excellent. The ergonomics are fabulous.'
'...the Melomania 1 true wireless earphones are well worth the US$129.95 asking price – which is a good bit cheaper than a pair of second gen AirPods.'
'Die kabellosen In-Ear-Kopfhörer konnten eigentlich in allen Disziplinen überzeugen. Es ist tatsächlich echt erstaunlich wie gut dem Hersteller der Einstand in diesem neuen Bereich gelungen ist.'
'The wireless in-ear headphones actually convinced in all disciplines. It's really amazing how well the manufacturer made its debut in this new field.'
'Easy, enjoyable sound [with] flawless wireless performance [and] outstanding battery life from a tiny, sturdy case.’
Rating: 7.5/10
‘A truly exceptional pair of true wireless earbuds.’
Rating: 5 Stars
'Mit seinem Debüt in Sachen True-Wireless-Ohrhörer hat das Team von Cambridge Audio ganze Arbeit geleistet.'
'With its debut in true wireless earphones, the Cambridge Audio team has done a great job.'
'Tip-Top! So lässt sich der Auftritt der Melomania 1 im Rewind-Test zusammenfassen.'
'Tip-top! This is how Melomania 1's performance in the rewind test can be summarized.'
'Und so bin ich am Ende auch wirklich davon überzeugt, dass man seine 130 Euro aktuell kaum anderswo sinnvoller in True Wireless Ohrhörer investieren kann als in die Cambridge Audio Melomania 1.'
'At the end of the day I am really convinced that there is no better place to invest your 130 Euro in True Wireless earphones than in the Cambridge Audio Melomania 1.'
'Wireless earphones are great, but not when they don’t last very long. Enter the Cambridge Audio Melomania 1 Bluetooth Wireless Earphones with their nine-hour battery life...' Rating: 4.8/5
'Der Hauptfokus liegt bei den Melomania 1 ganz klar auf dem Klang, dort wo er meiner Meinung nach auch liegen sollte. Und in diesem Feld haben die Entwickler bei Cambridge Audio alles richtig gemacht.'
'The main focus of the Melomania 1 is clearly on the sound, where I think it should be. And in this field, the developers at Cambridge Audio have done everything right.'
'In der Preisklasse um 130 Euro liefert der Hersteller ganz großes Kino für die Ohren.'
'In the price range around 130 euros, the manufacturer delivers great cinema for the ears.'
'Willkommen zu dem nächsten Level mit den True Wireless Kopfhörer Melomania 1.'
'Welcome to the next level with the True Wireless headphones Melomania 1.'
'Für 130 Euro sind die Melomania 1 der vielleicht beste Preis-Leistungs-Deal in dieser Übersicht. Definitiv eine Empfehlung.'
'For 130 Euros the Melomania 1 is perhaps the best value for money deal in this overview. Definitely a recommendation.'
'Build and sound quality [matches] true wireless buds that are quite a lot more expensive.'
Rating: 9/10
'The Cambridge Audio Melomania 1 have quickly become one of our favourite in-ear headphones...'
Rating: 93/100
Customer Reviews
Tech Specs
Bluetooth version
Bluetooth 5.0, Class 2
Processor
Triple-core Processor Architecture: Dual-core 32-bit processor application subsystem & Qualcomm QCC3026 Single-core 120Mhz Kalimba DSP audio subsystem
Supported profiles
A2DP, AVRCP, HSP, HFP
Supported codecs
aptX™, AAC, SBC
Latency
70mS
Driver
5.8mm Graphene-enhanced Diaphragm
Frequency response (Earbuds)
20Hz – 20kHz
Total Harmonic Distortion
<0.04% @1kHz 1mW
Battery Play Time (Earbuds)
9 Hours (Continuous A2DP Playback)
Battery Play Time (Charging Case)
36 Hours (An Additional 4 Earbud Charges)
Battery Play Time (Total)
45 Hours (9 + 36)
Charging Time
Case: Approx. 15mins/60mins/90mins
Standby Time (From Full Charge)
Approx. 1 Year
Power Supply
5V, 500 mA (or greater): USB charging (Micro-USB cable supplied)
Microphone
MEMS with cVc™ Noise Cancellation
Microphone Sensitivity
96dB SPL at 1kHz
Frequency response (Microphone)
100 Hz to 8 kHz
Voice Control
Yes: Siri (iOS) / Google Assistant (Android)
IPX Rating
IPX5 (Water Spray Resistant (Earbuds & Case))
Operating Temperature
0°C to +40°C / 32°F - 104°F
Operating Relative Humidity
10 to 80%, Non-condensing
Dimensions
Charging case: 59 x 50 x 22mm; Earphones: 27 x 15mm
Weight
Earbud: 4.6g each (9.2g both Earbuds); Charging Case: 37g; Total: 46.2g
Colour / Finish
Black: Matte UV lacquer; Stone: Matte UV lacquer
Box Contents
Earbuds (2 pcs); Silicone Tips: Small (2pcs) / Medium (2pcs - attached to Earbuds) / Large (2pcs); Memory Foam Tips: Medium (2pcs); Charging Case; Micro-USB Charging Cable (31cm); User Manual (EN, FR, DE, IT, SE, Chinese Simplified, Chinese Traditional, JP, KR); Great Fit Earbud Fitting Instructions; Safety Guide; Feedback/Comment booklet; Cambridge Audio Stickers & Brand Booklet
Support
- Manuals & Documentation
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get small foam Tips? What is the warranty on the Melomania 1? Can I get large foam tips? Where is Melomania 1 sold? How do I know my Melomania 1 earphones fit correctly? What's included in the box when I purchase the Melomania 1? Do I need a code to connect my Melomania 1 to certain Bluetooth devices? What do I do if my Melomania 1 have suffered a mechanical fault? Where can I find my Melomania 1 Serial Number? I've lost an earbud or the case. What can I do? My Melomania 1 ear tips are damaged/lost. What can I do? Can I update the firmware of my Melomania 1 earphones? How do I turn off my Melomania 1 earphones? How many devices can M1 connect to at one time? How long will the Melomania 1 earbuds last on one charge? Can I use a Speed Charger with Melomania 1? When does the APD activate on Melomania 1? Can Melomania 1 connect to multiple devices at the same time? Melomania 1 Button Commands What happens if I leave the Melomania earbuds are left out of the case? What type of charging cable can I use with Melomania 1? How do I pair the Melomania 1 to another device? How do I pair my Melomania 1 earbuds to my smartphone/device for the first time? How do I turn on Melomania 1? How many charges can the Melomania 1 case provide? How long does it take to charge Melomania 1? How do I charge Melomania 1? Are the Melomania 1 earbuds waterproof?
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Troubleshooting
I'm having trouble with the checkout process on your website How can I fix connectivity issues with Melomania 1? One earbud is much quieter than the other How can I improve the sound quality of calls from Melomania 1? Why aren't my Melomania 1 earphones charging? Only one of my Melomania 1 earphones is working. How can I get the other paired? I am unable to pair my phone/tablet with Melomania 1? How do I reset the Melomania 1?