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Upgrade your Giro helmet to include integrated audio with the Giro TuneUps™ Audio Drops kit.
- Audio system offers crystal-clear stereo sound from 40mm speakers
- Volume control keeps you in the zone while carving tight turns, and an in-line mute button cuts the music at your discretion
- System installs quickly and easily without compromising fit and comfort of the helmet; thin speakers drop into the specialized earflaps of a compatable Giro helmet
- Please note that the Giro TuneUps Audio Drops kit is not compatible with helmets manufactured before the 2009/2010 winter season
- Works with these Giro helmets: Omen™, Seam™, Sheer™, Fuse™, Prima™, G10™MX, G10™, Ember™, sold separately
- Compatable with the Shiv™, Revolver™ Encore™ 2, G9™ Jr., Tag™, sold separately
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Giro TuneUps Audio Drops Kit Customer Reviews
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by PowerReviewsPros
- Comfortable (4)
Cons
- Difficult to adjust (3)
- Poor fit (3)
Best Uses
- Skiing (3)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (8)
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Comments about Giro TuneUps Audio Drops Kit:
Like the other reviewer, I bought a Giro Helmet (G10) and the 'recomended' TuneUps Audio system. First, the instructions do not match the product. The MP3 connection should be closer to one speaker than the other, allowing you to pull it down through the HOLE in the EAR PAD that Giro put there for that reason. Ahhh...but it's not so. It is dead center and as such, hangs awkwardly off center of the fit system in the helmet. Completely in the way of your jacket collar, hood, sweatshirt, whatever. Plus it either has to hang behind you or, as Giro Customer service suggested...UNDER YOUR CHIN!
I am patiently waiting for Giro (going on two weeks now) to get back to me with a resolution. Otherwise I guess I will return and get the bluetooh version which appearantly still hangs to one side. The Burton system fits perfectly in the helmet itself, but the speakers are too big for the Giro ear pads.
On the plus side, the sound is terrific.
Would not reccomend until they fix the poor fit.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
- Skiing
Comments about Giro TuneUps Audio Drops Kit:
I purchased this drop in speaker kit for my Giro helmet to enjoy my music while skiing. They were not as compatible to my specific Giro model as stated in the packaging and site information. The left speaker cuts in and out and the mute switch is very sensitive to moisture. Having the switch on the outside of my parka to be able to access it does expose it the moisture. It wont switch on/off once it gets exposed to snow.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Sound quality
Cons
- Connector Cable
- Instructions
Best Uses
- Downhill
- Half Pipe
- Park
- Skiing
- Snowboarding
Comments about Giro TuneUps Audio Drops Kit:
Skullcandy changed the design of these headphones about 2 years ago. I have had both the old and the new ones, and the main differences are:
New: More comfortable (flatter), but cable in the middle between the 2 transducers.
BUT: There is a very easy solution to this: Ignore the manual and do the routing right!
Insert one of the transducers into the velcro pocket, then route the other one through the bottom adjustment plastic strip, under the label that has the helmet size on it, then through the other side of the bottom adjustment plastic strip. You now have plenty of cable to have the connector coming out of the intended hole of the other velcro pocket. Coil up any excess cable on that side and stow it next to the transducer in the pocket.
As to the cable - the mute switch isn't great. It's manufactured with some residues on the contacts, so spray a generous helping of contact cleaner into it and actuate the switch a few dozen times. No more static and no more drop-outs of the left channel. I have attached a video that explains this procedure.
As to the reviewer who stated these are 'mono' - they're not, they're most definitely stereo. They have over 70dB channel seperation, measured.
Should you have to figure out a routing that's different from the manual and should you have to use contact cleaner on the cable? absolutely not. But if you don't mind doing this, these things are a worthwhile purchase.
On a positive note, when my last cable finally broke after 2 seasons of abuse, Giro sent me a new and complete set of headphones, no questions asked.
Since these are 3.5mm (1/8in) connectors, you can also just use any cable you want, especially if you can do without an in-line volume control and mute button.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Comfortable
- Sound
Cons
- Difficult to Adjust
- Not very durable
- Silly design
Best Uses
Comments about Giro TuneUps Audio Drops Kit:
Short version: These are decent which is good because they are pretty much your only option.
I'll start off by saying the sound is actually really good. Also, the speakers are practically identical to the similar Smith systems. So these will work in the same helmets as the Smith Twin-Tips and Smith Single-Shot. If you want the ability to hook up two devices or skip tracks then just buy the Smith stuff.
Otherwise, the previous reviews have covered it. They aren't very durable, the wire running between the speakers is a too short, and the jack is in a silly place. Why on earth is the jack right in between the speakers? Who would want it right there?
- Sizing:
- Feels half size too small
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
- Poor Fit
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Bought Giro TuneUps for the new 2011 Giro Seam helmet, followed easy installation instruction, found out that the wires from the headphones were too short to 'tack inside the back of the helmet', as recommended.
Which makes it impossible to wear a helmet with the speakers. Really disappointed.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
- Difficult to Adjust
- Mono
- Poor Fit
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Comments about Giro TuneUps Audio Drops Kit:
Description is lying, don't buy them!
First, they are mono. I cannot find any sign on these phones and when I plug them in and play with balance, there is no difference between channels. Second, the installation description is wrong. My Giro G10 helmet earpads have special holes for wires, however tuneup wires attach permanently to the plates so it is impossible to detach them and slip to the holes as stated in the manual. Third, wires are of the same length so the center piece hangs inconveniently under your chin.
Stay away from these tuneups if you want good sound and convenience.
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
Cons
- Bluetooth not compatible
- Static
Best Uses
Comments about Giro TuneUps Audio Drops Kit:
My wife bought me these as a gift that were suggested to buy along with the Giro helmet. They never worked. It turns out it's because the supplied wire connecting to the earphones was faulty. It took me a year to find this out and replace it with a bulky wire from the electronics store. In addition, the bluetooth function did not work with any device. My android phone, an old iTouch, a new iTouch, or an iPhone. Without the bluetooth, they're too difficult to use full time while riding. I'd save my money and look for a different pair of headphones or use your own.
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
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Cons
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Comments about Giro TuneUps Audio Drops Kit:
I'm not sure what was going on with all the other reviewers when they said that the connector hung in the middle, mine hangs as it should, to one side. And I had not trouble routing the wire inside the helmet from one earpiece to the other.. lenght of wire was adequate. Maybe Giro jumped on Skull Candy and got it straightened out.
The user has volume and mute control only... too bad it doesn't accomodate advancing tracks. I guess I should say that I'm not a smartphone user; My phone is a Samsung Rugby II. When I'm listening to music and a call comes in, it mutes the music and I take the call by pressing the "answer" button on my Samsung supplied adapter cord. The call audio through this system is my only complaint. The call audio is WAY low and hard to hear, especially if you're in-motion down slope. (But of course, taking a call while slaming down the slope probably isn't the best idea anyway!) Music audio is GREAT (considering the cost)! Base response is very good in my helmet (Giro G10).
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Comfortable
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Downhill
- Skiing
Comments about Giro TuneUps Audio Drops Kit:
I have a Giro G-9 ski helmet and these work just great! I haven't noticed any problem with fit. I can wear my helmet for hours on end and don't feel any discomfort because of the speakers.
Sound quality is good. If you're looking for something that gives you Bose quality audio, these probably aren't for you, but if you just want to listen to your music these work great!
The cord has been working out for me just fine. it does meet in the middle (and if skullcandy was to redesign I'd hope to see the cord meeting off to one side) but I don't feel that hinders the use of the product at all.
There is a volume control on the cord which makes for easy volume change and quick mute, but I wish it also had the ability to skip tracks.
- Sizing:
- Feels true to size
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
Cons
- Bulky
- Difficult to Adjust
- Poor Fit
Best Uses
Comments about Giro TuneUps Audio Drops Kit:
Headphones are too bulky for the ear pads in my Giro Seam helmet. After the first run my ears were sore from the headphones pressing against them. Also, the mute button is too sensitive so if you have it clipped inside your jacket the sound goes in and out from the button constantly being pushed unintentionally. The wiring that goes inside the helmet is not well thought out either. I'm returning these and hopefully will find something much better.
Only positive is the sound is good, but not good enough to overshadow the negatives.
- Sizing:
- Feels full size too big
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