Wired earphones at present offer the best quality sound output without any need for constant juicing up.

These earphones can also utilize the hardware audio DAC ( Digital to Analog Converter) to output hi-res audio with enhanced bit rates.

In this era of wireless earphones, there are still hardcore audiophiles yearning for a 3.5mm headphone jack on their smartphones.

If you’re one such old school person looking to purchase a wired earphone under Rs.4,000, we bring you the five best wired earphones available in the Indian market as of now.

Without any further ado, let’s begin!

1. Shure SE112-GR-A

Overall Best Pick

• Tonally balanced sound output
• Comfortable ear tips
• Decent passive noise cancellation 

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Shure is an American company popular for its professional high-fidelity audio products. 

The SE112-GR-A from Shure is an entry-level in-ear earphone priced around Rs.3,600 in the Indian market. 

Build Quality

When it comes to the design, the Shure SE112-GR-A is no different from other earphones in its price segment.

The in-ear style earpiece is constructed from decent quality plastics to ensure the right mix between durability and weight factor.

The earphone cable is sufficiently long and has a V-type split in between with adjustable length cable fasteners. 

The L-shaped 3.5mm connector pin is gold plated and is reinforced at the tip for added reliability.

Sound Quality 

Shure is known for its audio prowess and the SE112-GR-A is no different. This wired earphone delivers a sound output with pure bass, crisp vocals and tingling highs. 

The stage separation is very good and the instrument sounds are audible, distinct from each other. 

If you’re a sucker for the pure audio quality without any artificial pumping up of bass, you’re going to love this wired earphone without a doubt.

Miscellaneous 

The Shure SE112-GR-A earphone doesn’t come with an inline remote nor an integrated microphone. If you’re someone who takes a lot of voice calls with your earphone plugged in, this is one thing you should be aware of. 

Shure bundles a velvet finish carry pouch with this earphone. It helps you keep the earbuds and the earphone themselves safe and secure when not in use.

Verdict

The Shure SE112-GR-A is a budget branded earphone with delightfully balanced audio quality that is ideal to listen to all kinds of music genres without any disappointment in terms of the sound output.

2. CCA C10

Runner-up Pick

• Excellent sound stage separation
• Durable twisted pair cable
• Detachable wire

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CCA is a Chinese company that is relatively less known in the Indian market. 

The C10 from CCA is an insane Penta-driver in-ear style earphone priced just under Rs.4,000.

Build Quality

The CCA C10 is designed like no other earphones in the price segment. 

The aluminium earpiece casing to the mute brown coloured twisted pair cable, this thing looks unique and stands out from the rest of the pack.

The earpieces themselves are big – obviously to include those four balanced armature drivers and a dynamic driver in each housing.

However, while wearing these in-ears, it feels relatively lightweight and comfortable.

The cable can be detached from the earpiece and is swappable. Since the cable is of twisted pair design, it is very durable and tangle-free.

The length of the earpiece stem is minimal and this might pose some problem in terms of comfort fit with those who have smaller ears.

Sound Quality

The CCA C10 in-ear style wired earphone consists of five drivers in each earpiece. Yes – not one, not two, not three but five.

There are four balanced armatures for high-end treble notes and mid-range vocals and a single 10mm driver dedicated for the lower end bass.

The stage separation from this earphone is one of the finest in this price segment. The bass, vocals and treble notes are distinctly audible, even at maximum volume levels.

However, if you are a basshead, you might feel the lack of that extra oomph that natural music lovers wouldn’t mind at all.

In-line Remote and Microphone

The CCA C10 does feature an inline remote with a single control button integrated with a microphone.

This microphone is sensitive enough indoors but offers average call quality when used outdoors.

Miscellaneous

This wired earphone comes with a one year warranty. In case something goes wrong you can contact the supplier via Amazon and arrange for a repair or a replacement.

Verdict

The CCA C10 is one of the unique wired earphones available in the market that comes with five drivers.

If you are a fan of tonally balanced sound output with good stage separation, you might like this product for a budget of Rs.4,000.

3. MEE Audio M6 Pro

Value for Money Earphone

• Studio-grade audio quality
• Good instrument separation
• Replaceable cables

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MEE Audio is yet another low-key Chinese brand that has been active in the premium earphone market for a while now. 

The M6 Pro from MEE Audio is one of its entry-level in-ear monitors primarily aimed at professionals and hardcore audiophiles. 

Build Quality

The MEE Audio M6 Pro features a transparent earpiece housing made from plastic, giving this earphone a unique visual appeal. 

The M6 Pro wired earphone comes with detachable cables, which is common with expensive studio-grade IEMs in the market. 

There are two cables bundled with this earphone – one with the inline microphone and the other without it. MEE Audio has also provided a 6.33mm adapter if you wish to plug this earphone into studio equipment. 

The hard carrying case which comes with the earphone makes it easy to carry this earphone and the accessories safe and secure. 

There are a lot of in-ear tips included in the box along with a single memory foam eartip. 

Sound Quality 

The M6 Pro wired earphone features 10mm, speaker drivers, with aluminium voice coils for the best possible sound output quality. 

As expected from a studio-grade IEM, the MEE Audio M6 Pro sounds great with the right amount of bass, clean vocals and crisp treble notes. 

The instrument separation is top-notch and the overall audio quality is very pleasing to the ears. 

There is no audio distortion whatsoever with this wired earphone even when the music is played at the maximum volume level. 

When it comes to the voice call quality, it can be termed quite okay considering voice calling is not the primary use case of this device. 

Miscellaneous 

The MEE Audio M6 Pro earphone can be customized online for a fixed fee, allowing you to have a custom earpiece casing faceplate from their official website. 

The tight and secure in-ear fit allows for good passive noise cancellation that blocks some of them if not all ambient noises. 

Verdict

The MEE Audio M6 Pro is an entry-level IEM (In-Ear Monitor) with exceptional audio quality, well worth the asking price of Rs.3,299.

4. Sony MDR XB75AP

Bass-heavy Wired Earphone

• Best for listening EDMs
• Inline mic for voice calls
• Lightweight and comfortable

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Sony MDR-XB lineup has been one of the fan favourites among audiophiles who are in search of affordable, high-quality headphones for listening to EDM and trance music.

The Sony MDR-XB75AP comes with an inline remote and microphone, making it a complete package worth investing your hard-earned money into.

Build Quality

The Sony MDR-XB75AP is designed to perfection using high-quality materials for its construction.

The angled in-ear tube and the metallic driver casing makes this earphone stand out from the rest in terms of aesthetics.

Additionally, there are earclips to keep the earpieces intact even while engaging in active sports and workout sessions.

This earphone also comes with the IPX7 water resistance certification for outdoor use without any damage.

The 1.2m cable is sufficiently long enough to reach your pant pockets with enough slack so that you don’t have to fear the cable being stressed under pressure.

The flat style cable is tangle-resistant and can withstand minor abuses without damage.

This budget earphone comes with three pairs of eartips that you can replace according to the size of your ear for a tight and comfortable fit.

Speaker and Sound Quality

The Sony MDR-XB75AP features a 12mm neodymium magnet driver to deliver excellent quality sound output across the spectrum. 

The driver inside this earphone covers an impressive frequency response range of 4Hz – 26,000 Hz, providing an immersive music listening experience.

The clever design of the driver casing includes a bass chamber that improves the quality of the low pitch sound, making it a bass lover’s dream companion.

Inline Remote and Microphone

The inline remote on this earphone features a single button to accept/reject incoming calls and to play/pause the music track.

The microphone underneath the remote delivers excellent voice call quality. The mic doesn’t pick up any unwanted noise in the background while you’re calling, making voice calls, a much better experience.

Verdict

If your music listening routine consists mostly of EDMs and other bass-rich tones, purchasing this earphone won’t disappoint you at all.

The immersive bass reproduction along with clean mid and clear highs makes it the best all-around performing earphone in the sub-Rs. 3,000 price segment.

5. ‎H HIFIHEAR BLON BL-05S

Honourable Mention

• Excellent sound output clarity
• Zero distortion audio 
• High-quality carbon nanotube driver

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HIFIHEAR is a Chinese brand dealing with hi-fi audio products such as IEMs (In-Ear Monitors) and DACs(Digital to Analog Converter).

The BLON BL-05S wired earphone comes as a worthy successor to the popular BL-03 model which was well received by audiophiles around the globe.

Build Quality 

In terms of design, the BL-05S earphone almost looks similar to the BL-03. The stainless steel housing design looks futuristic and premium. 

The angled in-ear acoustic tube of the earpiece makes sure that the earphone sits steady and comfortable inside the ear canal. 

The left and right ear markings are inscribed on the earpiece casing to relieve any confusion while connecting the cable. 

Speaking of the cable, what we have here is the twisted pair design which offers some sort of resistance to tangling. 

The L shaped 3.5mm plug is gold plated for minimising the signal loss. 

Sound Quality 

What makes the BLON BL-05S stand apart from the other wired earphones in this price bracket is the 10mm carbon nanotube driver. 

This driver is tuned to perfection by HIFIHEAR to deliver the best possible acoustic experience you can get from an entry-level IEM earphone. 

The deep bass complemented by the crystal clear vocals, accompanied by tingling highs will elevate your music listening experience. 

The ergonomically designed earpiece housing further enhances the auditory experience by simulating a studio environment. 

Miscellaneous 

With a sensitivity around 108dB, the HIFIHEAR BL-05 can get fairly loud without any sound distortions, even when the music is blasted at full volume.

Verdict

If you are a hardcore music enthusiast who prefers a proper studio-grade IEM, the HIFIHEAR BLON BL-05 wouldn’t disappoint you.

If the lack of an inline remote/mic doesn’t bother you at all, there is very little to be worried about purchasing this earphone.

With these five products, we wind up our curated buying list for the best five  wired in-ear style earphones priced under Rs.4000. 

If you have any questions or suggestions, let us know in the comment section below. 

As always, thanks for your time and have a great day ahead!