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83/ 100
Outstanding
HearWiki score
Exceptional value
$250
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At a glance
- Brand
- Cambridge Audio
- Type
- Over-Ear
- Fit
- -
- Connection
- Wireless
- Noise cancelling
- Yes
- Released
- 2025
Score breakdownoutstanding overall
Sound8.6
Noise cancelling7.8
Battery10.0
Calls7.4
Value8.8
The HearWiki takeAI-condensed
The Cambridge Audio Melomania P100 SE is a wireless over-ear headphone with hybrid active noise cancellation, designed for travel and daily use. With touch controls, a customizable EQ, and multipoint connectivity, it's a versatile option in the sub-$300 range, though its sound signature and ANC performance have some trade-offs.
What works
- Supports aptX Lossless and aptX Adaptive for high-quality audio
- Hybrid ANC and transparency mode for flexible listening
- Multipoint Bluetooth 5.3 with touch controls and app EQ
- Solid build and premium feel for the price
What doesn't
- Bulky design may not suit all head sizes
- Bass can be overly boosted out of the box
- ANC consistency could be improved
- No water resistance rating
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Specifications
| Driver | 40 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 40 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 40 kHz |
Audio
| Driver | 40 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 40 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 40 kHz |
Wireless
| Bluetooth | 5.3 |
|---|---|
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless |
| Multipoint pairing | Yes |
| Latency | 80 ms |
Battery
| Battery life | 100 h |
|---|---|
| Battery life (ANC on) | 60 h |
| Full charge time | 160 min |
| Quick charge | 5 min → 4 h |
| Wireless charging | No |
Features
| Active noise cancelling | Yes |
|---|---|
| ANC type | hybrid |
| Transparency mode | Yes |
| Companion app | Yes |
| Custom EQ | Yes |
| Controls | touch |
| Voice assistant | Yes |
Design
| Weight | 330 g |
|---|---|
| Water resistance | none |
| USB-C | Yes |
Calls
| Microphones | 6 |
|---|
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25:18Gauntlet Series | Cambridge Audio Melomania P100 SE Headphones vs. Sennheiser Momentum 4 Headphones
The reviewer compares the Cambridge Audio Melomania P100 SE to the Sennheiser Momentum 4 across three songs, praising the P100 SE for its punchy bass, clear vocals, and overall volume, while noting the Momentum 4 has a smoother but less bright sound. The P100 SE is declared the winner in this head-to-head.
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