Denon AH-C260 Acoustic Luxury In-Ear Headphones (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)When reviewing a product like this, I think it's important to know the reviewers age - I'm in my 50s - I'm not listening to Kenye West and Jay-Z through these. I'm most likely listening to classical music, Sinatra, or folk-rock in the Dylan/Taylor range. And some pop.
Nor am I blasting them. Years playing keyboard in a band has already taken a minor toll. I keep the volume reasonable.
That said, these are good little earbuds. The midrange is clear and balanced, the bass is definitely there, and they fit as well as a set of earbuds will fit for 20-30 bucks. Their sound blocking is not as good as the pair of Shures that I owned, but then again, they are about 25% of the price.
Overall, these entry level Denons provide good sound quality for listening to your iPod as you travel, run, or just at home. You'd have to spend a lot more to get a signifiant upgrade in sound quality. As I said, proper fit at this price range is a hit and miss affair, but these seem pretty average.
Overall - good deal; I'm pleased!

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Part of Denon's Acoustic Luxury series, the AH-260 in-ear headphones combine our latest technologies to deliver optimum sound quality and superior comfort. Denon's Acoustic Optimizer system provides equal ambient air pressure on both sides of the diaphragm for naturally balanced sound. Our exclusive Radial Cascade Damper system reduces cable transmitted vibration, and the cable features Oxygen Free Copper wire. The earpiece housings are constructed of a hybrid Aluminum and resin compound to dramatically reduce resonance improving sound detail and balanced. The large 9mm diaphragms are driven by powerful Neodymium magnets for dynamic sound and high efficiency, extending the battery life of your portable music player or computer. To ensure optimum fit and comfort, the AH-C260 comes with four sets of compliant ear pads that allow the best match for any ear. The ear pads are super soft, and allow maximum isolation from external noise, as well as supreme comfort even with extended listening sessions. The 1.3 meter (4½ feet) cable features equal length (left/right) earpiece cables, along with an adjustable branch point adjustment slider, as well as a cable clip. A compact soft shell carrying case is included.

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WESTONE UM2 TRUE FIT DUAL DRIVER EARPHONES UM 2 Review

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(More customer reviews)As anyone considering shelling out $300 for a set of ear phones I read as many reviews as I could find and from as many sources. Almost universally the UM2 was very well rated and boasting of strong tight bass sold me. Another thing I found is that Westone has a stronghold on there venders pricing. $299 across the net as far as the eye could see. Always looking for a deal though I found a place with free shipping, and felt in my own small way "I'm stickin it to the man".
Now I can't claim to be audio engineer, or even an audiophile, but what I can say with all confidence is that I've heard and, or owned over 12 different pares of ear phones ranging in price from $10 to $500. With all this background research under my belt I think I've earned the right to an informed opinion and so that is what I offer.
Unfortunately I found the hard way the adage "you get what you pay for" dose apply the ear phone too. There was a time when I told myself I will not spend more than $50 on ear phones, then it was $100 until here I am hundreds of dollar out of pocket, but with a smile on my face. At the $50 level you get a flat loud sound that gives the impression that an ipod is not quite a match for a CD player. At the $100 (single driver) level you get one of two things. On one side you get what is call three dimensional sound-stage were it seems there is more than just a left & right speaker like with the UM1s. You hear subtle things like a singer shifting their feet during a song. On the other side you get big brain massaging bass and an energetic sound aka "fun to listen to".
In my way of thinking if you take both sides of the $100 level sound-stage and bass then combine them into one it should cost $200 right? No it's $300 and I must say I had a very hard time justifying that kind of money when I paid only $150 for my ipod. Well one fateful day the cord to my UM1s strayed too close to the stove burner and in a puff of plastic smoke I had my justification. Oh, I have been to the mountain top brother and sisters, and that mountain is UM2. I kick myself for holding out so long. I am constantly amazed at the quality and efficiency these ear phones. It's unreal how much bigger and real a song seems with these. The best part is they sounded great right out of the box, but with any speaker, or earphone they sound better as the break in. I can't put these thing down, it seems every time I hear them I like them more. I listen to everything classical, hip-hop, rock, jazz, electronic and I feel like I'm hearing most of it for the first time. To say it was worth the $300 is an understatement.
Ron M.

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Built to the highest professional standards, the dual balanced armature driver UM2 provides amazing low frequency response and rich articulate mids and highs. Using the same technology as custom ES2, the UM2 is the earpiece of choice for music lovers desiring high-end Westone sound quality at an affordable price. The comfortable Comply foam tips allow for extended use without fatigue. Providing up to 25 dB of ambient noise reduction, the UM2 is the perfect choice for on-stage performing or for personal listening. Equipped with a durable 50" stereo "Y" cord and a 3.5mm stereo jack, the UM2 is also perfect for personal audio devices such as MP3s, CD players, and laptop computers. The UM2 Universal Monitor is the most affordable dual driver earphone on the market.

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Lady Gaga Heartbeats In-Ear Headphones (Bright Chrome) Review

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(More customer reviews)Usually, I am not one for artist-endorsed products, but the GaGa Monster Heartbeats in-ear headphones looked so fab from pictures that I decided to check them out in real. For starters, the box looked really stylish and the headphones are placed in yet another black box which is magnetically latched. Once opened, you will see the bright chrome and white cables with the matching protective pouch. Once taken out, the headphones feel sturdy and the cables are truly tangle-free and every bit the trademark of Monster cables.
Now, beauty aside. The sound is amazing and it should be for it costs almost US$170 here than in the US. Once I picked the ear buds of the correct size, everything else is secondary. I connected the earphones to my iPhone and there was so much clarity and bass pumping from them at even 3/4 of the volume slider. I could hear almost all the background instrumentation and effects. More importantly, all surrounding ambient noise is cut off almost entirely.
Sweet.

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Sound is Fashion Heartbeats by Lady Gaga are holistically designed to deliver the soundtrack of your life with clarity and power, as well as satisfy your passion for fashion. Immerse yourself in pitch-perfect highs, precise mids, and club caliber bass. Because when your music sounds amazing, you stop hearing it, and start feeling it. In other words, sound really matters. Plus, Lady Gaga didn't just style-check Heartbeats, she created the design to ensure they look like no other headphone out there. Sound Matters Because the Music Matters A great song transcends sound. It has the power to move you to tears—or the dance floor. And the better your music sounds, the more emotional it is. Heartbeats faithfully reproduce artists' vocals and the music behind them, so you can hear the heart felt emotion your favorite singer wants to share with you. Get ready to experience your music like never before. Feel Every Note of Today's Hottest Digital Music These days music is recorded and mixed in a super advanced environment. We designed Heartbeats by Lady Gaga to let you experience every bit of the energy and creativity today's hottest artists put into their digitally recorded music. The amazing hit of the deep bass. Pitch perfect highs and lows. You'll feel more power and hear more details in your favorite music that you didn't even know were there. Flat Cables by Monster: No Tangles, No Tears. Thanks to Monster's exclusive flat cable design, Heartbeats are tangle free. Bye bye, bird's nest.

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MEElectronics M6-CL Sport Sound-Isolating In-Ear Headphones for iPod, iPhone, MP3/CD/DVD Players (Clear) Review

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(More customer reviews)PreludeBefore late February, I didn't know anything about MEElectronics. When I finally heard about the company and purchased my M9Ps, I realized that they were a company that I should keep my eye on. In the time since, I've had the chance to review their lower end IEM models, the SX-31 and M2s and I've been impressed by the both of them, in different ways. Now, I'm here with a review of the first generation M6 models, one of MEElectronics' higher end IEMs. These apparently share the same drivers as the M9s and M9Ps and if that's true, then I should be in for a pleasant experience. So, did the M6 IEMs live up to my expectations? Read on to find out.Packaging and AccessoriesThe first generation M6s ship in a black paper box that shows off the IEMs themselves through a transparent plastic window on the front. In terms of accessories, the M6s include an accessory pack that's incredibly similar to that shipped with the M9Ps, which is a very good thing. Inside the box, you'll find a clamshell hard case, three pairs of silicone single flange eartips, a pair of generic black foam tips (similar to Shure "olives"), an airplane adapter and a cable winder.

Design and Build QualityThe M6s are made of plastic that feels rather durable. The cable is somewhat thick and rubbery feeling but doesn't feel as though it would cause problems if not abused routinely. Inside the cable that leads out of the earpieces, there is a built in memory wire which helps route the cable over one's ears and stay in place once the earpieces have been inserted. I've heard complaints that the wire is too stiff but it was relatively soft and pliable in my experience. The cable terminates in a heat-shrink covered gold-plated straight plug and doesn't inspire confidence because of its lack of a proper strain relief.It's worth noting that the newer and more expensive M6s are equipped with a much better cable that features a properly relieved L-plug.Comfort and FitGetting these fitted can be a bit of a pain sometimes because of their over the ear design and the memory wire that's embedded within the cable near the earpieces themselves. The memory wire is soft and pliable but because of it being there, these aren't well suited to situations in which you'll constantly be taking them out of your ears. Once they are in your ears, they disappear. Using the included foam tips or Sony hybrids, I was able to get an effortless and comfortable seal. The earpieces sit flush with your ears and I found that it was easy to lie down on my side with my head against a pillow without sacrificing comfort. These are easily some of the most comfortable IEMs I've used. Isolation is rather decent as well with the right eartips but it's nothing spectacular.Sound QualityBurn in: As per my usual, these IEMs were given 25+ hours of burn in prior to review.Once again, MEElectronics has managed to impress me and even straight out of the box, I was enjoying the M6s. I will say that they sounded a bit hollow straight out of the box but after burning in for a few hours, it filled in nicely. In terms of bass, the low end is smooth, detailed and refined. That's a lot of adjectives but they all apply in some way, some more so than others. It's certainly a highlight of the presentation with more than enough boom and punch to make Hip-Hop and Electronic music stand out. That's not to say the bass is boomy, far from it. Bass is well controlled and doesn't overwhelm the rest of sound signature and rarely creeps up on the lower mids. The low end lacks the speed and extension of my RE0s but is certainly better in terms of quantity.Mids are smooth and full sounding, if recessed slightly. The detail and clarity in the midrange is impressive for the price with full bodied and natural vocals and a nice sense of space and airiness. Treble is slightly emphasized as well, like the bass, and treble extension and detail are both quite good for IEMs in this price range. It's worth noting as well that these boast marginally smoother and better refined highs than the M9s but slight harshness and sibilance can be heard on some higher notes.The sound signature is warm, full, and smooth with a very nice and dynamic tonal balance throughout the sonic spectrum. The soundstage is nearly as large as that of the M9s but not quite as airy and positioning and separation are both very good for the price. These work incredibly well with a wide range of genres, including the aforementioned Hip-Hop and Electronic and also Jazz, Classical and Alternative/Rock. While these can't match my RE0s in terms of overall quality, transparency and clarity, especially when it comes to the quality of the treble and neutrality, the M6s are very impressive in their own right, especially when you consider how inexpensive they are.Value and ConclusionThe maroon versions of the M6s are available for $30 on MEElectronics' website. The current generation model retails for $50 on the website but can be found for approximately $40 on websites such as Amazon and Overstock. At $30 for the first generation M6s, they are an absolute steal and you wouldn't be remiss in buying the more expensive versions for the improvements to the build quality either. Despite apparently sharing the same drivers as the M9s, they are definitely superior in every way besides airiness. The M6s deliver one of the most entertaining sound signatures I've heard in a while and are easily the most competent performers that I've heard in the sub $50 price range and even outside of that range, these perform well enough to be worth a look.

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Acoustically advanced MEElectronics M6 series earphones deliver clear, accurate sound from any portable music or DVD player. Over-the-ear design leaves the wires behind your body, best for your sports activities. Lightweight, in-ear design blocks out ambient noise better than many bulky battery-powered noise-canceling earphones. Enjoy full dynamic range of your favorite music and movies without cranking up the volume to unnatural, or even unsafe listening levels. 9mm drivers with neodymium magnets. Frequency response: 20-20,000 Hz. Impedance: 16 ohms. Our earphones require proper seal to achieve best sound quality, please choose from provided tip sets that best fits your ears. "MEElectronics stands behind our products and wants you to be satisfied.From time to time achieving a good fit and therefore proper bass response and sound for in-ear headphones can be challenging.If your MEE in-ear headphones don't sound great for the price or you have any other issues, please contact our customer service department at customerservice@meelec.com."

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Sennheiser IE 8 Premium Audiophile In-Ear Noise Isolating Headphones Review

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(More customer reviews)For years the Etymotic ER-4 series, e.g., Etymotic ER-4P Portable In-Ear Earphones represented the top of the line among in-ear monitor headphones. The Etys remain a good product (and an excellent buy), delivering crisp detail and excellent treble reproduction, but their weakness has been relatively modest bass performance.
Recently a whole group of challengers has emerged, including, for example, Shure SE530PTH Sound Isolating Earphones with Push-To-Hear Control, Ultimate Ears Triple.fi 10 Pro Earphones Gun Metal Blue and the long-delayed, soon-to-be-released Westone 3. Consumers seeking audiophile sound from small in-ear monitors now face a veritable embarrassment of riches.
In competition against these other products, the Sennheiser IE 8 acquits itself well. These earphones are small, comfortable, and beautifully crafted. They come with a variety of ear tip flanges for a custom fit, and include a feature unique among small IEM's, an adjustable bass setting (you use a small screwdriver-like tool that is included in the package).
The sound quality is clean and clear, without even a trace of murkiness. The output level is a bit lower than the Shure 530's, meaning that if used with a low-powered device like an iPod you will need to set the volume level relatively high. This output is on a par with the Etymotic ER-4P's, but with superior bass performance. Very fine detail reproduction is slightly better than the Shures, but is a bit lower than the Etymotics.
Truth be told, my teenage son doesn't really discern much difference between his stock white iPod earbuds and premium IEM's like these Sennheisers. For him, splurging on the IE 8's would seem foolish. But there are some of us who place great importance on what others might perceive as small differences in sound quality. For us audiophiles (or obsessive-compulsives, if you prefer), the Sennheiser IE 8's represent a fabulous purchase.
Expensive? Yes, definitely, But actually, if you consider how often you might use and enjoy these over a period of many years, the cost really might not seem that great.

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The Sennheiser IE 8's audio performance warrants a standing ovation. Rediscover your music collection and tailor it to your aural tastes with a tunable bass frequency response. The customized sonic signature is complemented by a unique fit thanks to the included ear adapters, ensuring perfect fit, guaranteed. This fit isolates the user from their environment, offering passive noise attenuation and the best sound experience. The compact design of the IE 8 works with any attire in any situation. The IE 8 stores quickly and safely in the included carrying case.

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MEElectronics M6P-BK Sports Sound-Isolating In Ear Headphones with Microphone/Remote for iPod, iPhone and Smartphones (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)I own the M6 in clear and it sounds great and stays put during workout. I bought it for working out, but liked the sound better than my other in ear headphones from V Moda and Sennheiser, so I stared wearing it when I listen to movies at night and for on the go. I decided to get the M6P for the mic/remote and am very happy with it, especially for the price. I can't believe this thing is so cheap but sounds so good. MEElectronics has made me a loyal customer with their value!

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Acoustically advanced MEElectronics M6 series earphones deliver clear, accurate sound from any portable music or DVD player. Over-the-ear design leaves the wires behind your body, best for your sports activities. Lightweight, in-ear design blocks out ambient noise better than many bulky battery-powered noise-canceling earphones. Enjoy full dynamic range of your favorite music and movies without cranking up the volume to unnatural, or even unsafe listening levels. 9mm drivers with neodymium magnets. Frequency response: 20-20,000 Hz. Impedance: 16 ohms. Our earphones require proper seal to achieve best sound quality, please choose from provided tip sets that best fits your ears. "MEElectronics stands behind our products and wants you to be satisfied.From time to time achieving a good fit and therefore proper bass response and sound for in-ear headphones can be challenging.If your MEE in-ear headphones don't sound great for the price or you have any other issues, please contact our customer service department at customerservice@meelec.com."

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Creative Zen Aurvana In-Ear Headphones Review

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(More customer reviews)Excellent sound, much much much........ better that the one that comes with any players, Zens or ipod.
For those that have ever used safety earplugs in the industry, they feel like them and really isolate the noises.
After that the sound is excellent compare to many others and amazon offers a very good price here.
also good to have 3 sizes. 2 pairs of each + airplane adapter, case, cleaner, very good product.


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The Creative ZEN Aurvana In-Ear Headphones deliver the most accurate, distortion-free audio for better enjoyment. Hear every detail of your favorite songs with AuraSeal -- it blocks out 90% of ambient noise. The soft, countoured silicon earbuds and ultra-light enclosure give you a secure, comfortable fit. They're also the lightest & most durable earphones in its class. Sensitivity @ 1 KHz (1 mW) - 112 dB Impedance - 32 ohms Cable length - 1.2m 3.5mm stereo gold-plated miniplug

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Klipsch Custom-2 In-Ear Noise-Isolating Earphones Review

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(More customer reviews)I've had these Klipsch Custom 2 In-Ear-Monitor (IEM) earphones for about a month now. There are a number of things you should know before you buy a pair:
1.The Sound.
They used two Balanced Armature drivers to deliver a flat, balanced sound that really emphasizes the mid-range. Unamplified vocal music comes across warm and present. Treble is a less prominent than the mid-range. Bass is always in the background. Take note: The earphones can reproduce bass, however, it's muted--and after a few minutes of listening you don't notice it very much. It feels like it's missing something and this is due to the design. Balanced Armature drivers don't move the air as much as a moving coil "dynamic" driver, which many other earphones use. That's important because with these earphones we don't "feel" the bass punch the way you might be looking for. It's always in the background and not prominent with the Klipsch custom 2. This will be disappointing if you like music that emphasizes the bass. On the other hand, if you like a full-range earphone and find other earphones to be "too bassy", then these would be good for you.
So, these earphones are good if you like acoustic vocal music where bass is not a primary component.
If you do like bass, you'll find that these earphones are missing something which other earphones provide a bit more (no in-ear-phone will have a fantastic subwoofer-range bass response, especially for ipods, as earphones with an impedance of 16 ohms or over have reduced low-range on ipods).
Klipsch itself seemed to have recognized this as they have gone with a moving coil "dynamic" driver design in their Klipsch Image S4, which won an award from CNET recently.
*Update* I recently listened to the Klipsch Image S4. After a "burn-in" period necessary for dynamic driver-based earphones, it sounds great, with a more bass-prominent sound. The custom 2's are just slightly richer in the mid-range, but honestly, the Custom 2's are better than most earphones in that range. There are music tracks where you can hear elements of bass on the Klipsch Image S4 that you don't notice on the Klipsch Custom 2. The Image S4's are really great earphones and I wish I had bought them instead of the Custom 2's.
2. Comfort
Klipsch noticed that the human ear canal isn't round, it's oval-shaped. So, they've given us oval-shaped ear-gels. Well, an oval is different sideways versus upright, right? This accounts for all the discussion on comfort in other reviews. It takes a little time to orient the eargels in the right way. Once you get the hang of that, these are very comfortable earphones. A good fit is important for the sound quality (crybabies who gave these earphones 1-star clearly didn't take the relatively short time to properly fit the 'phones).
They have an over-the-ear loop. That may not be for everyone, but they're neat because you can pull the earphone out of your ear and let them dangle from the loop when you need to talk to someone or pay attention to your surroundings (IEMs block outside noise when they are in your ear). Not a feature for everyone, but it can be very nice.
3. Value
They used to be $199, now they are $60. There's a reason for the price drop, but if you like jazz or folk or acoustic or classical music, then these are a real steal (5 stars earphones for you). If you like punchy bass that really makes itself present and alive in your music, then you can avoid this discountinued set of earphones and maybe go for the Klipsch Image S4. People coming from an old pair of dynamic driver-based earphones (sony, monster, etc.) should go with the Klipsch Image S4 for sure. If you're coming from balance armature earphones like Etymolic, you'll find the Klipsch custom 2 to be more balanced than, say, the Etymolic Er6i.


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Sennheiser CX 400-B Lightweight In-Ear Stereo Headphone Review

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(More customer reviews)This is a great set of earbuds. They sound terrific and have plenty of bass. I also ordered the V-Moda Bass Freqs because I like to "feel" the music in my head, but after listening to the CX400, I'm not sure how much more bass I really want. They really do have great bass. Keep in mind that you must use the silicon tip (3 sizes included) that makes a tight seal and is comfortable for you. For me, it was the medium ones.
The thing with this style of earbud is that unless you fit them securely into your ear canal, you wont hear ANY bass. But once you situate them correctly, the sound is very high quality. You can hear that really low tight bass that most earphones can't reproduce. The mids and high (voice and treble freq) are nice and clear and totally distortion free. Of course, for audiophiles the sound is less than accurate (thats why only 4.5 stars), but for most listeners the sound from these little $35 buds is superb!
Another thing to consider with this type of earbud is that you will hear pretty much all vibration against the cord. That's just an inherent feature of this type of plug. Rubbing of the cord against anything will cause a wind-like noise in your ear, however, I found that if you clip the wire to your shirt with a little slack it's minimal, and while your music is actually playing the sound is easily ignored in the background.
The only other thing I didnt care too much for was the cord length(s). Without the included extension the cord is about 1.5ft, which is only good for an armband or your shirt pocket. The extension adds 3ft, so the result is 4.5ft of cable dangling if you wear your player in your pocket. I had to coil up some of the wire into a small loop and placed a twisty-tie on it to keep in control. I can live with it since the quality makes up for it. The cord and connectors are as high quality as I've seen, although there doesn't seem to be much protection from yanking the cord from the connector that goes in the player.
The silicon tips are comfortable, although I don't wear them for prolonged periods. They seem like they will not come off the bud easily so you're less likely to lose them. They do a fairly good job of isolating, but they don't isolate completely unless your playing music at a reasonable level. I don't like being totally out of it in la-la-land so this was just right for me.
I know you can get the CX300 for about $5 cheaper, but the CX400 comes with a wind up gizmo (doesn't work well when extension cord is used) and a nice black leather pouch. While I cant confirm, I would bet the 400 is also slight superior to the 300 in sound quality. All in all, these are the best $35 you could likely spend on earbuds. Even at $50, these would be a good value, but the value would start to diminish if priced any higher. At this price point ($35), there's really no reason NOT to have a pair of these. For those looking for the cheapest option ($20 or so), spring a little more and get these or at least the CX300. Distortion free, well-balanced earbuds for this price is a rare find - THANK YOU AMAZON!
Just make sure you can live with the in-ear canal earphones, they're not for everyone.
UPDATE: I got my V-Moda Bass Freqs and have been using both for a few days now. Here is what I noticed. The V-Moda buds have more bass, a fairly distinguishable amount more bass. Quite impressive actually. I like the cord much better (no extension, just one length). The cord wrap gizmo is much better, but no pouch is included. That's about it. In terms of sound quality, the V-Moda buds just aren't as good. With my iPhone equalizer off, the V-Moda buds sound muffled - significantly lacking mids and highs. It's mostly just bass. The only equalizer setting that made them sound good was the Acoustic setting. The Senheisers are just so much more balanced. Sure, the bass sounds weaker when you compare them to the V-Moda buds, but thats because the V-Moda have so much. I like a lot of bass, but not ALL bass. The sound has to be well balanced to sound good. Stick with the Senheisers. much better sound and enough bass to keep you happy. I'm tempted to try the higher end V-Moda buds. They may have the balanced sound along with all that bass. For now, I still say these CX-400s are a steal at this price.

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Bose® In-Ear Headphones with Carrying Case - Black Review

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(More customer reviews)There is much outdated information about these headphones, so here's the straight poop, 2007 style. Notice that the cable is black and white - that's how you know you're looking at the redesigned version of Bose's In-Ear headphone. The silicon tips have been fixed, so they don't have the falling-off problem which many experienced with the old ones. This is the single biggest complaint people had about the old ones. In fact there are probably hundreds of negative reviews to be found online where the reviewers gave these cans an abysmal score for that flaw alone. They stay on tight now. Other improvements: a lanyard/clothing clip for the chord and an angled plug.
Other things you should know:
1. You don't stick them into your ear canals like with other in-ear buds. These sit just shy of the ear canal. So they block less noise, but create more of a sense of space or soundstage than I've experienced with true in-ear phones. I also get a sense that this might be a little more safe for your long-term hearing than true in-ear buds.
2. They sound very rich and lovely. Lots of low-end, though the low-end probably isn't as clean as on some more expensive cans. Nice highs and mids.
3. The most comfortable phones I've ever worn, although we're all shaped differently, so that may be meaningless to you. That said, part of the reason they are more comfortable to me is because they're not really IN my ears.
Altogether, I consider these headphones to be a really good value for this price range and a nice alternative to sticking something into your ears. I actually like their sound better than both Bose's on-ear and over-the-ear headsets.

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Bose® Mobile In-Ear Headphones with Microphone - White Review

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(More customer reviews)This product is so darn comfortable. Way more comfortable than traditional-style earbuds. I was looking for a set of earbuds to replace my defective V-Moda earbuds w/mic. This aforementioned set needed to have excellent sound quality as well as a mic for phone calls. I looked into many brands and I decided to go Bose after reading reviews. What I do like about the Bose package is this: The comfort factor is perfect. Some positive remarks for this set is it has well-made construction(cable wires feel nice and thick), the carrying case is wonderful to hold the set and even big enough to fit both the set and the iphone, the extra silicone ear tips proved useful, and the headphone jack looks of higher quality (gold plated) than standard headphone jacks. Call voice clarity is very good on both ends of the call and the call/end, music play/pause button works well. The bad: Does not have volume up/down or music track forward/reverse remote in-line control. It doesn't create an air tight seal with the opening of your ear. This draw-back hinders bass from hitting deep and hard. They sit in the bowl of your ear before the canal and have a tiny neck that protrudes and sit in the hole of your ear. (My V-Moda's hit bass really good but...didn't last long) Cable wires can get tangled if you're careless and just shove them in your pocket. Also the mic needs to be positioned well to work properly. Overall, if your main concern in buying these is good music clarity with phone call capabilities...go for it. If you expect audiophile level performance in music(these aren't Grado's) than invest in a more sealed type of earbud set, otherwise go for a full over the head/ear headphone set like some Grado's or Beyerdynamics. BTW this set sounds awesome with a headphone amp like the Pa2v2 from eletric-avenue or the Fiio E5/E1. The call capabilities WILL NOT work with this set if not plugged directly into the phone. I hope this review helps tip the scales in your decision, good luck!

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The Bose mobile in-ear headset combines Bose's acclaimed in-ear headphones with a custom-designed audio cable featuring an inline microphone for phone calls. This integrated headset delivers high quality audio for your music, and switching between music and calls is easy. You can use the Bose mobile in-ear headset with many compatible phones, including the latest music phones. The audio cable's primary connector fits directly into Apple iPhone and other mobile phones with 3.5 mm jacks, as well as most laptops and portable players. A set of four adapters is included for connections to many other popular cell phones. This headset features proprietary Bose technologies that produce high quality audio in a compact, comfortable headphone design. Just plug into your music source and experience full-bodied, well-balanced audio that brings out details and subtleties you may not have noticed before.

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Etymotic Research HF5 Portable In-Ear Earphones (Cobalt) Review

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(More customer reviews)I've been using the Etymotic ER-4 for years and recently just bought the HF5. When I first got the ER-4's years ago, my friends first thought I was crazy for paying $275. But I listen to all my music while commuting on the train. If you loved music as much as I do, would you spend that much on a pair of speakers for your home stereo, or skimp and spend $50?
The ER-4 delivered like no other earphones, with not only the sound quality, but the noise reduction. As someone once said "It's the closest thing there is to injecting the music right into your brain." I completely agree. It took some getting used to 'listening' to the bass as opposed to feeling it, but now these are irreplaceable.
I have bought several pair of the ER-4's due to damage, losing them, etc. And it was time to replace my current pair. I decided to get Etymotics newest model, the HF5. I didn't expect a huge improvement over the ER-4's, but I was wrong.
At first I felt like the earphones didn't fit as well as the ER-4's. But then I realized that these actually go DEEPER into your ears than the ER-4's. And once I got them in there... WOW! The sound was actually so much bigger and brighter than the ER-4's. The ER-4's were great, but the HF5's is like watching High Definition Television compared to regular TV. The highs are brighter and the bass is bigger.
The only thing I wasn't happy with, at first, is the cord. They seem to have switched back to the more grabby rubbery style cord as opposed to the smoother plastic. While the rubbery feels nicer, I was worried it would grab onto my clothes too much. That hasn't been a problem so far.
They could have also included a few extra filters. The filters need to be changed every few months when they get gunked up with earwax. This model only includes one spare, and it would have been great to include more.
Other than that I would say these earphones are superb and worth every penny.
Eric Monse


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Etymotic's 5th Generation of high-fidelity in-ear earphones has finally arrived.The hf5 delivers a near-perfect music experience, even in high surrounding noise conditions.Like Etymotic's earlier generations of in-ear earphones, the hf5 is built on superior noise isolation, so you experience total sound immersion when listening to your music. The hf5 is compatible with all iPod models and music players that accept a 3.5 mm plug. Included in the package:In-ear earphones; assorted eartips for your comfort; filter changing tool with filters; carrying pouch.

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Bose In-Ear Headphones Review

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(More customer reviews)I wasn't positive I wanted to spend $100 on earbuds, but I'm glad I did. Bose has solved the silicon earpiece problem you read about in almost every review. The snap on silicon cover fits securely and doesn't detach without a fight. So bravo to Bose for taking care of that. Now for the sound! If you spend $200 or $300 for the really high end earbuds you aren't going to be able to discern any difference. The Bose delivers full bass and crystal clear highs. I had no idea how great my iPod could sound,the iPod earbuds are an insult to it. Use your accoustic setting on your iPod equalizer for a great range of sound.

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Enjoy Bose quality audio performance in a small, in-ear style headphone. Three sizes of soft silicone tips allow for a personal, comfortable fit, and a carrying case, clip and lanyard are included.
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Skullcandy S2INBI-FZ Ink'd Ear Buds with Inline Microphone (Black) Review

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(More customer reviews)I have owned many pairs of skullcandy headphones, and the Ink'd headphones out of all of them are indeed my favorite. So when ordering, I figured that these would be the same quality. When I received them, I immediately plugged them into my HTC Hero (sprint) and played a couple of songs. The music quality is superior, like usual with Ink'd headphones. There is great bass response, clear treble, and overall the quality of music sounds full and not distorted. The ear buds come with three different sizes of soft rubber tips to fit your ear. Overall the fit of the headphone is great and it does a great job of canceling out most of the noise around you, seeing as these are NOT noise canceling headphones.
However, my only problem with these headphones is the mic. The mic is located on one of the ear bud wires before they connect together, so when in your ear, the microphone hangs around by your adam's apple. After seeing where the microphone was, I thought that there would be no problem picking up my voice, however there seems to be a lack of sensitivity in the microphone. People on the other end of my phone had a hard time hearing me unless the microphone was literally right in front of my face, but when it was there they said that my voice was clear, and they also sounded clear on the other end. There is also a single button on the microphone piece that either plays/pauses the music, or answers/mutes the phone call. If you want to hang up the call you have to manually do so on the phone.
So these are great headphones that should be expected with the skullcandy name, but the microphone is mediocre at best.


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We created the Ink\'d Mic\'d ear buds with In-LineMic, big sound, and small price so you can keepyour money in the bank. And hold rank.The number 1 best selling bud in the USA.Features:\' In-line microphone with control switch \' 11mm Power Drivers \' TPE Cable\' 2 Silicone gel sizes\' Frequency response: 20-20K Hz \' Cable type: TPE\' Cable length: 1.3m\' Plug type: 3.5mm gold plated

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Beats by Dr. Dre Tour Mobile with Control Talk In-Ear Headphones Review

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(More customer reviews)Just received my In-Ear Beats today, so this is my first impression.
(1) Packaging & Marketing:
Excellent! Yes, we ARE paying for the packaging so I can see where some of the money goes. The in-ear Headphones themselves are in round black container with two sets of rubber adjustment sets inside.
The headphones come out of the packet easily (you can do it with one hand)
and the actual headphones look GREAT. Black glossy case setting with a silver center and a red B.
Packaging and marketing: *****five stars
(2) Quality:
Although some have questioned the quality I beg to differ. For starters, the red cord fitting into each headphone is tight, there are no gaps. This is a major design flaw with less quality product. You do not want gaps when it comes to electronic connections for obvious reasons. The end of the cable fitting into the 3.5 jack is also tight. The seem to put an extra piece of hard plastic there as well. The jack itself is gold plated for solid connections.
Quality: *****five stars
(3) Fitting:
The out of box rubber fittings didn't fit at all.
The headphones easily fell out. Changed to the larger pair of fittings and bingo,
solid fit. The red cord is flat and doesn't get tangled easily. The headphones are designed to fit deep into the ear, almost on a slight slant...something I am not used to. I can see how some reviewers do not like how these feel. It will take some getting used to. What I do like about them is the weight. They are very, very light.
Fitting: ****four stars
(4) Sound:
Ahh, this is where the rubber meets the road. Once the headphones are properly placed in your ear,
the sound is very, very good. I have to note that I use a headphone *amp Fiio E5, (I'll explain why in a minute). Best I have heard from an in-ear headphone thus far. As a matter of fact, I own the Sennheiser HD428, and the in-ear Beats are close to the quality of the Senn's, considering they are an in-ear headphone. Bass is deep and tight, the highs are excellent, and the mid-range is well balanced.
Sound: *****five starts
(5) Price:
I paid $90, and to me these buds appear to be well worth it. Again, I just received them, but will do a follow-up. If you think $90-$100 is a lot to spend on headphones, and it is, consider dinner for two and a movie plus gas for the car will run you about $100. When the movie is done in 2.5 hrs, your money is gone. Didn't like the movie, too bad. At least with Beats, all you have to do is change the track, and you will have quality sounding music for years to enjoy.
Price: ****four stars
*Headphone amp: The reason I use the Fiio E5 headphone amp is for sound clarity. Music sounds much better when the proper power source is applied. Best $20 bucks I have spent in a long time. Try it and you'll be amazed also.

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Finally hear what you've been missing. Beats Tour high resolution in-ear headphones deliver incredibly accurate reproduction of today''s digital music even with demanding hip hop rock and RANDB which crushes ordinary earbuds. Thanks to exclusive Monster technologies you''ll experience clear and natural vocals detailed highs and deep powerful bass. With Tour ControlTalk, you get the same amazing listening experience of the original Beats by Dr. Dre Tour, with the added convenience of a built-in Monster ControlTalk. ControlTalk gives you on-cable control of your music, as well as easy, high quality hands-free calling. Youll enjoy quick-access music playback control, like volume, play/pause and tracking, without having to dig for your iPod. Plus, the high-grade mic and sound-isolating headphones all combine to let you hear and be heard much more clearly than you ever could with your phone to your ear.FEATURES:Hear What Youve Been Missing - At Monster we are true audiophiles, having researched audio technology for over 30 years to develop the finest audio cables, home theater speakers, and headphones. Now, we are proud to unveil Beats Tour featuring Monsters newly developed driver design. Because the ultra-fast response time, the Beats Tour driver can accurately reproduce the full sound and details of todays digital music with precise clarity, natural vocals, and big bass punch.ControlTalk: The Ultimate in iPod and iPhone Control and iPhone/Music Phone Hands-Free Calling - With the built-in ControlTalk remote, you get on-cable control of your music, as well as easy, high quality hands-free calling. Youll enjoy quick-access music playback control, like volume, play/pause and tracking, without having to dig for your iPod or iPhone. Plus, the high-grade mic and high-resolution, sound-isolating headphones all combine to let you hear and be heard much more clearlyand convenientlythan you ever could with your iPhone to your ear.The World

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Sennheiser IE7 High Fidelity Sound Earbuds with Noise Reduction Review

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(More customer reviews)I have owned many similarly priced headphones: Shure SE310, SCL2, Ultimate Ears 5 Pro, UE 5, Sleek Audio SA6, ATH-ESW9, EW9, EM9, EC700, B&O A8,. Not top of the line but still counts as mid-fi at least.
I'll just come out and say that for anything below $250 dollars, Sennheiser IE7 beats everything I've ever listened to. Ever. I say $250 because SE530 is just above that at $260, and TF10 is a little bit more than that, and because of their triple-BA design I can't really say the single-dynamic drivers of IE7 beats them.
In terms of packaging, design, durability, accessories, and mostly the sound quality, the IE7s are just tops. It is very easy to see the amount of care and effort put into these. Offering the most complicated, exciting, and revolutionary unboxing experience ever, it took me a good half an hour to savor the whole process. You get everything you can imagine, from shirt-clip, ear-loops, to 9 pairs of eartips including 3 pairs of : foam, single silicon, and bi-flange (Think there might be even more but too lazy to count). Cleaning tools, 6 copies of instruction manual (in 6 different languages), and a metallic carrying case that is compact, secure, yet can carry all the accessories included. There is a very pleasant surprise in the mechanics and design of the packaging/unboxing experience that I just cannot spoil.
Bad news with the included eartips, is that I did not like any of them. The foam tips for the IE7s, which are the most popular type of tips for IEM, suck. They are the exact same ones you get from a $12-pair of JVC airheads or whatever cheapo IEMs out there. Just terrible.
Good news is, UE5s come with 2 sets of same sized foam tips, and they fit perfectly on the IE7s. So I just used my spare pair. They fit comfortably.
The cable material, shape of the buds, connector, are all very nicely designed and made. Though it's only silver-plated instead of Gold. The cables are soft, yielding, yet feels very sturdy and durable. The shapes of the IEMs fit very nicely, contrary to what the sharp corner may suggest, they really won't poke your ears or anything.
Soundquality is, once again, top notch. It's amazing how large the soundstage is, yet the frequencies are very cleanly and clearly presented and layered. One gripe, though it may be a pro for most people, is that I find the bass too overwhelming at times. You really get the "BOOM BOOM" out of these buds, like from big cans. Of course, the air vent and large chambers of the earbuds contribute to that.
One would expect much subtle details in the music to be lost due to the thumping bass, especially in mid/high freq. Amazingly, compared to airier phones like SE310 and EW9, the IE7s have really good highs. I can hear more details in IE7 than any other phones I have, all thanks to the large soundstage, the great separation/layering/definition of each sound/instrument/frequency.
All in all, since the price has come down to about $160 for these, I'd say unless you want to get the triple-BA driver ones, like Westone3, SE530, TF10, etc, and spend about $300 bucks, the Senn IE7s are your best bet. For those of you who want specifically analytical/accurate/cold sound with absolutely no bass presentation, go for ER4s. But for everything else, for a flexible, enjoyable, involving listening experience, get the IE7s!

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The incredible, all-new IE 7 brings you intimately close to your music with critical detail via the dynamic transducer system, outstanding customized noise isolation and convenient accessories. Enjoying music should be simple- the IE 7 is the epitome of functional design. The sophisticated lines of the IE 7 are ideal for the latest musical masterpiece or audiobook when on the move. Included are three sizes of ear adapters that ensure a perfect seal to block out ambient noise and reveal the details of your music collection without the discomfort of most other in-ear headphones. The ear adapters can be mixed and matched to suit any ear, guaranteeing a customized fit. Painstaking effort was made to measure optimum cable lengths and ear adapter sizes to ensure an ergonomic, simple use with no cable-tangling-hassle. The IE 7 stores quickly and safely in the included carrying case.

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Altec Lansing MHP136 Muzx Series In Ear Headphone with wood finish Review

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(More customer reviews)Wish I shopped around a bit more for these. But since I was earlier shopping Shure and Klipsch earbuds, $30 didn't seem too bad, and did I mention they're wood?
I don't know if the wood makes any difference, but I'm happy with their sound and looks.
A few reviewers mention a lack of treble and I have a theory. The cheapy ear buds that come with Ipods are OVERLY trebly. And compared to those, YES these don't have as much treble. But IMO thats a good thing. Ipod earbuds fatigue my ears with their harsh sound. I can finally listen to my Ipod for hours with these.
Same theory goes with the bass. Cheap earbuds lack any bass, so these with a little positioning, you can get very good bass response without becoming muddy. But at first listen it may SEEM like too much bass.
Anyways, I'm sure there are a lot better earbuds out there, but for $15 - $20 these make a fine upgrade from the cheapys.

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