Mascom International stocks the Amaya AEP-13 Stereo Earphones at KSh 400, brand new and sealed, with a Type-C plug, a built-in microphone and extra bass tuning. Amaya, a Chinese mobile-accessories brand, designed the Amaya AEP-13 Stereo Earphones for both music and calls, and the box describes them as built for comfort. The black buds use a half-in-ear shape that rests at the opening of the ear instead of pushing deep into it. They connect through the USB-C port most current phones use, with nothing to pair or charge. You can see a pair at Old Mutual Building, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD.
Designed for commuters, call-centre agents and remote workers, the Amaya AEP-13 Stereo Earphones handle the two jobs people ask of earphones every day: music and phone calls. Many new phones sold in Kenya no longer have a round headphone jack, which leaves owners holding 3.5mm earphones that will not fit. The AEP-13 solves that by plugging straight into the charging port. On a boda boda ride or a busy matatu stage, the in-line mic lets you take a call without pulling the phone from your pocket. At your desk in Upper Hill or Westlands, it doubles as a headset for Zoom and Teams.
Where most Nairobi electronics shops sell unboxed Type-C earphones with no name or warranty, Mascom International sells the Amaya AEP-13 Stereo Earphones sealed, with a 6-month warranty handled at our own service desk. At Mascom International, we're seeing more buyers come in after their old jack earphones stopped fitting a new phone, and the AEP-13 is often the simplest answer. Visit Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, to plug a pair into your phone before paying, or order on WhatsApp for pay-on-arrival delivery anywhere in Kenya. The Amaya AEP-13 Stereo Earphones ship in black.
Common Questions About the Amaya AEP-13 Stereo Earphones
What is the Amaya AEP-13 Stereo Earphones price in Kenya?
The Amaya AEP-13 Stereo Earphones sell for KSh 400, brand new and sealed, at Mascom International on Kimathi Street, Nairobi. The price covers the earphones, Mascom's 6-month warranty on manufacturing defects, and pay-on-arrival delivery, so you only pay once the sealed pack is in your hands. The Amaya AEP-17 Stereo Earphones cost the same KSh 400, while the AEP-18 costs KSh 440 and the AEP-11 costs KSh 460. Buyers with a 3.5mm jack can choose the Amaya S11 or S12 at KSh 120.
Will the Amaya AEP-13 Stereo Earphones work with my Tecno, Infinix or Samsung phone?
The Amaya AEP-13 Stereo Earphones work with phones that have a USB-C port and support USB-C audio, which includes most recent Tecno, Infinix and Samsung models. The same goes for recent Xiaomi, Redmi and Oppo handsets sold in Kenya. Calls work the same on Safaricom, Airtel and Telkom lines, because the earphones talk to the phone, not the network. Older phones with a micro-USB port or only a 3.5mm jack will not connect. Send your model on WhatsApp if unsure.
How do the Amaya AEP-13 Stereo Earphones compare with the Amaya AEP-17 Stereo Earphones?
Both cost KSh 400 and use a Type-C plug with an in-line microphone, so the choice comes down to fit and sound. The Amaya AEP-13 Stereo Earphones use a half-in-ear shape in black and lean towards extra bass. The Amaya AEP-17 Stereo Earphones use an in-ear design with silver metal housings and black tips, which seals the ear canal. Pick the AEP-13 if deep-sealing tips feel uncomfortable. Pick the AEP-17 if you want more outside noise blocked on noisy streets.
What does half-in-ear mean on the Amaya AEP-13 Stereo Earphones?
Half-in-ear means the Amaya AEP-13 Stereo Earphones sit in the outer bowl of your ear instead of sealing inside the ear canal. Many people find this easier to wear for hours, since nothing presses deep into the ear. It also lets some outside sound through, which helps you hear traffic, a colleague or a conductor calling your stop. The trade-off is less isolation beside a generator, a busy stage or a loud workshop. Try both shapes at our Kimathi Street counter if you have never worn half-in-ear buds.
Are the Amaya AEP-13 Stereo Earphones good for calls and online meetings?
Yes, the Amaya AEP-13 Stereo Earphones carry a built-in microphone, and the box lists call use as a core feature. That makes them a low-cost headset for Zoom, Teams and Google Meet on a phone, or on a laptop with a USB-C port that outputs audio. Call-centre agents and sales teams who spend hours on the phone get hands-free talking without a bulky headset. For long shifts, the half-in-ear shape avoids the pressure some users feel from sealed tips.
Who should buy the Amaya AEP-13 Stereo Earphones, and who should skip them?
The Amaya AEP-13 Stereo Earphones suit anyone with a USB-C phone who wants a warrantied pair for music and calls at KSh 400. Bass lovers and people who find sealed tips uncomfortable get the most from them. Skip them if your phone only has a 3.5mm jack; the Amaya S13 at KSh 140 fits that port. Skip them too if you want no cable at all, in which case the Amaya AEB-211 Neckband Earphones at KSh 1,300 give 18 hours of wireless use.
Do the Amaya AEP-13 Stereo Earphones work with an iPhone?
The Amaya AEP-13 Stereo Earphones fit iPhone 15 and later models, because those iPhones use a USB-C port. Earlier iPhones, from the iPhone 7 through the iPhone 14, use a Lightning port, so the Type-C plug will not go in. For those older iPhones, you would need a Lightning adapter or a Bluetooth option instead. If you own both an Android phone and a recent iPhone, one pair of AEP-13 earphones can serve both devices.
Why pay KSh 400 for the Amaya AEP-13 when 3.5mm earphones cost less?
You pay KSh 400 for the Amaya AEP-13 Stereo Earphones because they plug straight into a USB-C phone with no adapter. Cheaper 3.5mm earphones, such as the Amaya S11 at KSh 120, need a headphone jack, which many recent phones have dropped. A separate adapter adds cost and is easy to lose in a bag. If your phone still has a jack, the 3.5mm models are the sensible saving; if not, the AEP-13 is the simpler buy.
Technical Specifications
Audio Hardware
- Stereo sound with distinct left and right channels — songs, films and voice notes reach each ear the way they were recorded
- Extra bass tuning, as printed on the box — a fuller low end that suits Afrobeats, hip hop, gospel and dance playlists
- Wired audio through the USB-C port — sound travels over the cable, so video and games stay in step with no Bluetooth delay
- Driver size not stated on the packaging — Mascom International lists only the figures Amaya prints, never a guessed number
- Rated for music and calls on the box — one pair covers daily playlists, podcasts and phone conversations without switching
- Half-in-ear placement lets some room sound in — you stay aware of traffic and announcements while still hearing the bass clearly
Connection and Compatibility
- Type-C plug — fits the USB-C charging port found on most phones sold today, as well as many tablets and laptops
- Needs USB-C audio support — the phone must send sound through its USB-C port, which most recent models do by default
- Common compatible phones — recent Samsung, Xiaomi, Redmi, Tecno, Infinix and Oppo models, plus iPhone 15 and later
- Does not fit a 3.5mm headphone jack — owners of older jack-only phones should look at the Amaya S11, S12 or S13 instead
- Plug and play — no app, pairing code or setup screen; the phone switches sound to the earphones the moment they connect
- Works with USB-C laptops and tablets that output audio through that port — handy for classes and meetings on a bigger screen
Cable and Plug
- Single Type-C connector — carries both audio channels to the buds and the microphone signal back to the phone
- No internal battery — the earphones run on a small draw from the phone, so there is nothing to charge or wear out
- Shares the phone's charging port — most phones cannot charge and play through these earphones at the same time
- Cable length not printed on the box — check it at our Kimathi Street counter before buying if length matters to you
- Store the cable loosely coiled — sharp bends at the plug and around the mic are a common cause of faults on wired earphones
Build and Durability
- Half-in-ear bud shape — each bud rests in the outer bowl of the ear rather than sealing deep inside the ear canal
- Black buds — a plain, low-key look that suits office clothes, school uniforms and weekend wear alike
- Comfort-focused design, as Amaya describes it on the box — intended for long listening and call sessions without ear fatigue
- Brand new and sealed stock — every pair leaves Mascom International in Amaya's original retail packaging
- Covered by Mascom's 6-month warranty — manufacturing defects are handled in person at our Nairobi CBD service desk
- No charging port or battery compartment — fewer openings for dust and sweat to reach, and nothing inside that can swell with age
Controls and Inputs
- Built-in microphone — take phone calls, record voice notes and join video meetings without lifting the handset to your face
- Call use listed as a box feature — answering and talking through the earphones is part of the design, not an afterthought
- Volume adjusted from the phone — the phone's own buttons raise and lower sound, as with any wired earphones
- Button layout not detailed on the packaging — test the in-line controls at our counter if a play or answer button matters
- Hands-free talking — both hands stay free for typing notes, carrying shopping or holding a grab rail on the move
- Microphone sits on the cable near your mouth — your voice reaches the caller without you needing to speak into the phone itself
Package Contents
Each sealed Amaya box holds one pair of Amaya AEP-13 Stereo Earphones, with the Type-C plug and microphone built into the cable. Because the buds use a half-in-ear shape, they sit in the ear without silicone tips, so no spare tips are included. There is no charger or adapter in the box, and none is needed for a phone with USB-C audio. If you want a carry pouch or a phone charger with your order, ask our team and we will quote it separately.
Warranty
The Amaya AEP-13 Stereo Earphones carry a 6-month warranty through Mascom International, covering manufacturing defects under normal use, such as a dead earbud, a silent microphone or a faulty plug. Bring any claim to our Nairobi CBD service desk at Old Mutual Building, Kimathi Street.
Buying the Amaya AEP-13 Stereo Earphones from Mascom International
You can pick up the Amaya AEP-13 Stereo Earphones in black at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. The shop is open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Bring your phone along and our staff will plug a pair in so you can hear the bass and test a call before you buy.
For stock checks, phone compatibility questions or orders, contact us:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
Every order is pay-on-arrival, and we deliver to all 47 counties. Nairobi and its environs get same-day delivery, while Thika, Machakos, Nyeri, Kisumu and other major towns receive orders within 1 business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days.
Your pair is backed by the 6-month warranty described above. We keep our specifications honest, our prices clear, and our service desk open to help after you buy.
