Out of the box, the CLs sound very impressive and there’s a lot to like about the sound quality on offer. There’s a nice sense of clarity and openness to the performance. Switch to something bassy, such as Jay-Z’s Already Home, and there’s decent weight and body given to those low frequency rumblings. However, the headphones don’t quite communicate dynamic shifts and subtleties like the best at this price. It’s easy to operate and the closeness of the mic means you you’re not for ever bringing it up to your mouth, like a secret agent. Clarity is excellent: you’re easily audible at the other end. Particular attention appears to have been paid to the midrange, where vocals sing loud and proud. Amy Winehouse’s vocal during Will You Still Love Me Tomorrow sounds clear and emotive, the saxophone play focused and straight to the point.