In a striking metallic blue finish these buds are redolent of a 1974 Cortina MkIII, although we liked them enough to give them five stars in October last year.
Time has not been kind though, and whilst the well-built 200s are crisp, detailed and cohesive, the strident treble and lack of verve compared to others at this price mean they lose two stars here
Goldring GX200 review
They were a favourite of ours, but rivals have overtaken these stylish buds Tested at £50.00
Our Verdict
Compared to rivals, these buds lack verve
For
- Crisp, coherent, detailed
Against
- Strident treble, lack of verve and punch
What Hi-Fi? Verdict
Compared to rivals, these buds lack verve
Pros
- + Crisp, coherent, detailed
Cons
- - Strident treble, lack of verve and punch
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