Philips SHS3200 - Headphones ( over-the-ear ) Review

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(More customer reviews)This product is designed for people with big ears. I have smaller ears (female, 5 foot tall - so a small person), so can't even use these. If I put the bud in my ear, the earhook does not sit behind the ear. Not secure at all.


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Philips Flexible earhook with budSHS3200/37Features: Bass pipe improves bass performance, 3D flexible earhook fits all ear sizes, Soft rubberized earhook for wearing comfort, black

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Sennheiser HD515 Dynamic Stereo Sound Audiophile 500 Series Headphones Review

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(More customer reviews)I have had these for about a year now. I love them. They were $70 at the time and provide great quality audio. I use them in an office environement setup to a standard PC audio card. The sound is clean and crisp, while also providing good bass.
They are very comfortable to wear - I often find myself unknowningly wearing them after I've shut my music off.
I use these everyday.

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The HD 515 is a classic headphone and an affordable entry into the audiophile 500 series.It's perfect for listening with virtually any source. It is fitted with Sennheiser's innovative E.A.R. technology, plus special Duofol diaphragms that reduce unwanted resonances to an absolute minimum. Overall listening pleasure is combined with outstanding comfort.

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Bang & Olufsen Form 2 Headphones Review

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(More customer reviews)Danish luxury electronics company B&O delivers a well-designed, classically inspired, high-performance headphone with the Form-2. "Bang og Olufsen" have stores all over Denmark, even in the smallest of towns. Yet in the US, they are few and far between. After the bygone age of the record player, few Americans know of or remember the company internationally known for function and design in electronics. Most of their products come with a hefty price tag, but the $99 MSRP for these on-ear headphones is a Benjamin well spent.
Design - the frame is made of a matte finished black plastic material. The adjustment mechanism is metal and slides cleverly into the plastic frame. The speakers themselves are positioned in a ball-and-socket joint and are removable for maintenance or accident-- I know from experience. Someone once tripped over my cord and instead of ripping the wire from the insert socket, the speaker itself detached from the frame of the headphones and landed safely in my lap. The speakers are, of course, round. But the foam pad is square. With some headphones, the foam decomposes after time but mine have withstood normal use for over two years and still look as new. The black cable also has a matte finish, something you don't normally see with electronics.
Comfort - The speakers fit comfortably over the ear without too much pressure. Only after prolonged use, do the top of my ears feel a bit numb. This can be easily prevented by moving the position of the speakers up or down over the ear.
Performance - Bass response is exceptional for the size of headphones, especially considering they aren't sound isolating like the more expensive Bose headphones. The sound is rich and is undistorted with the vast majority of songs. I listen mostly to rock, folk, soundtrack, and international music. I did a special test with the song Moan by Trentem?ller because of the song's bass. The results were no distortion and the bass wasn't so overpowering that it hurt my ears. They perform better than my Shure earbuds in this test as well.
Conclusion - These are an attractive pair of headphones without being stylish and obscene. They have a classic form and superb performance. Trust in the B&O name should also boost your confidence in buying this product. They aren't the best for travel or professional monitoring, just leisure listening.
Origin - Made in Japan.

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With these headphones you can crank up the volume without compromising sound quality or annoying the neighbors. Dynamic drive units offer true, well-defined sound, allowing you to shut out the world and submerge yourself in pure, listening pleasure. The lightweight Form 2 headphones are easily adjusted for maximum comfort. With a weight of only 68 grams and semi-open configuration lets you stay in touch with the world around you.

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Merkury Innovations M-HR100 Retro Headphone (White) Review

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(More customer reviews)I have dropped a lot of money for good as well as good looking head phones. Many times I've regretted it. Skull Candies run so much money these days and they are just made to to break after you drop them. Urban Outfitters sells retro styled headphones and they run you up to $60-$70-$80 for a $40 dollar sound quality. Radioshack's headphones are just built to fail after like 3 weeks. And Sony and other big brands always leave something to be desired when it comes to aesthetics and when they do look good they are always marked up at a high price. These headphones were SUCH a steal! It was unbelievable! These look great! They sound like headphones that should be double the price they are and they look expensive too.
At $15 dollar I was expecting that either 1 like most cheap sub-par pairs of headphones, in or around ear, they bass tends to be an after thought and not matter all that much. Or 2 A lot of time when people that aren't very experienced with headphones say headphones are of high quality sound they mistake high quality with an over bearing bass! I didn't encounter either of those! The treble and bass were so on great levels! The treble didn't drown out the bass the bass didn't punch your ears into submission! Also as a little additive, spoken word sounds absolutely fine and not to empty and hollow.
They also fit like a glove! I mean it perplexes me as to why can't all headphones feel so light on your head? There isn't any head choking with these! And I chewed gum with other pairs of headphones that choked your head and it was so annoying that every time you moved your jaw you'd feel it move so noticeably and annoyingly. These have very little movement whatsoever when you chew gum only if you choose to notice the movement will you realize it there.
Another note these don't feel like they'll break because of its minimal NON-PLASTIC frame. The chord is at a good length in my opinion I could stand it to be a wee bit longer but that doesn't matter all that much. I love the fact that the chord is threaded, it makes it seem very sturdy.
And here comes my only gripe, which really isn't all that much of a gripe at all really. These headphones sound EXCELLENT through your computer. So excellent in fact that if you play a song on your MP3 player or iPod that you just played on your computer the sound quality is noticeably better than it is on the iPod. And that totally leaves something to be desired, but you really wouldn't notice if you don't put them side by side. And I am aware that this may actually just be a compression problem with the MP3s being compressed in a portable device but I thought it was something to mention.
So all in all if you're looking for a pair of retro-headphone, don't drop $60 dollars on a pair that should be $20 cheaper. Spend it on these Merkury Innovations which in my opinion could be sold for $20 dollars more expensive.
Test Bands: RadioHead, Guillemots, CSS, Jack Johnson, The Swell Season, Oasis, Pomplamoose, Company of Thieves and Florence and the Machine
Test Podcasts(for spoken word): Epic Battle Cry, Nerdist Podcast

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Sony MDR-XD100 Stereo Headphones Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought these a year and a half ago and use them constantly. Being a college student, I'm on the computer often, and always use these. The quality of these headphones is outstanding for the price. Comfort is great; the extra long cord is a definite bonus; sound is great too. Sometimes when listening to a movie in these headphones, I'll be tricked and think a sound is external, because the sound placement and accuracy is that good
I have no complaints, and if you're using a cheap pair of headphones right now, I'd definitely recommend upgrading. Obviously they're not for active/mobile use, but these are great for listening to music and not bothering the roommates.
Bass is great; like I said, no complaints

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Logitech G35 7.1-Channel Surround Sound Headset Review

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(More customer reviews)These headphones are a lot of fun.
I'm not a gamer - can't play many games because I get dizzy, but I am sort of a collector of headphones. Frankly, I expected these to be awful and was more than pleasantly surprised to find that they are really quite good.
OK, so they look like some kind of boy toy science fiction gizmo. For me, I could do without all the buttons. But having a volume button on the headphone and a mute for the mic is very useful.
Most headphones depend upon the right combination of source and headphone to get a good sound. If you plug most high end headphones directly into your ipod or computer soundcard the sound quality is atrocious. The right mate of source and sound can mean that the right $20 headphone in your ipod can give surprisingly good sound if it is a good match.
The good (and the bad) of a USB headset is that it bypasses the amp in your computer soundcard. Instead, the digital to audio processing occurs through USB. This approach can allow very high quality sound, and in the case of this headset, it succeeds.
As to sound quality. I am impressed with the surround sound where normally I find surround unbearably processed and artificial, the software does a good job. With the surround sound turned off, and these headphones are in pure stereo mode, forget it, it's awful. But that isn't what these headphones are for. Bass is excellent with good low extension and not even the slightest touch of boominess. Artifical bass enhancement is one of the things I hate about most processed sound, and I was delighted to find that none was present. Logitech is to be commended for making that choice in the design because most people equate sloppy boomy bass with high quality (think car stereo woofer).
The mid range is outstanding. That's where the sound really excels. I have a few very high end headphones where the midrange is weak. With these headphones subtleties of tone and shading in human voices are easy to hear.
The high end of the sound spectrum is the weakness of the sound signature. Lost highs are the big price for processed sound. Imagine a bell ringing. After the bell rings the sound hangs in the air and slowly fades. When the highest highs are lost, and the sound is processed, the sound gets artifically cut off and the "air" is gone from the sound. At the present state of technology this seems to be unavoidable in all processed sound. The good news with this headset is that this loss of highs is not too horribly bad. I could listen to music (which is not what these are for) and it was not too distracting. The offset was the beautiful mids and the realistic sound stage.
Listening to movies, other than gaming, is where this headset excels. This is where location of sound can make a huge difference, and the ambiant sounds contribute to the experience. Watching a movie with these headset while sitting right in front of my computer screen is immersive and exciting. I can imagine that in games, where location of sounds is critical, that these would greatly enhance the experience and give the player an extra edge.
Finally, they are pretty comfortable. The choice of cushioning is very appreciated.
My partner and I both want to use them. I was given these to review but I might have to buy another set. The price, when you consider that it includes the digital audio converter and amplification, is very reasonable for a headset of this quality.

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PulseWave 2 Premium PC Gaming Headset Review

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(More customer reviews)So I've owned and still own a lot of gaming headsets for the pc, as I am a heavy pc gamer. FPS, RTS, mmorpg, you name it. Also the robust listener in music and I watch my share of movies through netflix on my pc.
I look for quality in a headset. This, I mean a headset that can do fairly well in all aspects. I don't want a headset that is pure bass, or a headset with a faulty component (I've had too many shares of faulty microphones, speakers, cables, usb, driver issues, etc.)
Now, I am giving my feedback on this headset based on currently owning a logitech g35, steelseries siberia v2 with usb sound card, creative fatality hs1000, plantronics 367, and razer carcharias.
Obviously, teknmotion isn't as well know as the brands above. But it isn't a non-existent company. It has its fair share of consumers, and the pulsewave is a pretty popular headset. The version 2 is just a revised version, but nothing major. I'm not sure what they revised to begin with, but checking out reviews of version 1, I can't find a difference.
So first of all, people with windows 7, 64 bit, this works perfectly. no driver issues. put in the cd, put in the headset, and your good to go.
this part is where people criticize headsets quite often. This headset is definitely not flimsy whatsoever. The mic is detachable, but the boom is not super thin, and the area around where the ports plug in are reinforced with a thicker covering, so no need to be scared of removing and attaching the mic often. (personally, I just keep it on, and swing it up when not in use)
comfort: i'm gonna say that the comfort is good, not the best, but definitely doesn't kill your ears like some headsets i've worn. I've worn for 6 hours straight. And although my ears did get somewhat tender, It's not the *painful* when you wear it kind of tender. I only realized it when I actually removed the headset. The top of my head had NO NO NO discomfort whatsoever, so don't worry about the headband.
Sound: Sound is great, let me just say that. I'm not talking in an audiophiles perspective. But for the gamer, or the casual music listener, and for watching movies. Wow, sound is great. Loud, Clear, no static on highs, bass is AMAZING!! and also you can set levels for the headset to vibrate if you'd like (during bass-y moments)- About the flashing lights, yes, you can set it to flash lights. However, it's not super disco flashy, it's adequate. OR you can just turn off the lights altogether, no biggy (there is a switch on the in-line controller)
-the material of the ear cups are that of a synthetic leather, but they appear to be quite durable, and comfortable. Those of you worrying about sweat in ears. I didn't experience any sweat after 6 hours, so don't worry about that.
-Mic is very very responsive. I had to actually lower my skype mic volume to 30% because I was loud. No static heard from the other party from vent, skype, in-game from windows live gaming. Very adjustable, also.
-cable is a little over 6 feet which is more than adequate for me, and hopefully for any pc users, unless you have a pc connected to a huge hdtv, then 6 feet may not be long enough.
All in all, for 52 bucks (amazon has the cheapest price), this is a VERY good buy. I would give it a 9/10. for an overall headset, and 10/10 for its price.
Personally, I see no flaws. It's not the greatest or best headset, but in terms of actual flaws, I see none at all. If you don't have at least 100 bucks to spend on a headset, I'd recommend getting these. If you have a hundred dollars, I recommend the logitech g35 or the steelseries siberia v2.
if you have 150, I recommend the seinheisser gaming headset (150 on amazon only)


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PulseWave is back and it\'s better and more refined to give you the most incredible audio gaming experience ever. Your fellow gamers gave PulseWave an incredible endorsement by making it our best selling gaming headset. Now we are pleased to present the new redesigned PulseWave2 with all the right tweaks, component upgrades and improved comfort for hours of continuous play.What we didn\'t change is PulseWave\'s versatility, robust feature set and amazing sound. All this and PulseWave2 is still as affordable as ever at $59.99!The Most Versatile Gaming Headset Ever Made for PC!, is a claim proudly supported by our specs. To start, PulseWave2 sports both Virtual 7.1 Surround Sound and Stereo audio output which you can change with a flick of a switch! The list of useful features is robust all the way down to an elegantly simple detachable microphone. With PulseWave2, your game audio not only sounds great, it feels great too due to \'Sonic Force Feedback" vibration effects. This gives the gamer a realistic and uncompromised audio experience. In addition you get an awesome pulsating light show on each ear cup based on the intensity of your game action. The dynamic variety of lights not only look cool they let your friends know you are in the middle of an intense firefight!

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Bose® OE Audio Headphones- Black (41215) Review

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(More customer reviews)I wanted to get the Bose QC3s for sometime now,[...] I just liked the supra-aural style better than the original Triport headphones. I was hoping that Bose would come out with a non-noise cancelling version of the QC3, and these are it! As soon as I learned that Bose had released these headphones, I quickly placed the order for them.
I got these last week and have been listening to music like crazy with them, both on my computer and on my iPod. These phones are not noise-cancelling models, but they still block out a noticeable amount of noise. You can wear these in a room and block out the noise of cars outside, the A/C, etc, while still being able to hear someone speak to you. I think these would work ok on a flight, but definitely not the best; that's what the QCs are designed for. I'm no audiophile and the only time I've ever tried Bose headphones before these were the demo Triports and QC2s at the Apple Store, so I can't say anymore about the sound than that it is terrific. It definitely is a balanced sound, with the bass at a perfect level and not too-overpowering. The trebles also come out pretty clear too. I was pleased with the sound over my old Sony EX-81 earbuds, which have a muddy and hissy sound compared to these. The bad thing about the sound quality is it really emphasizes how badly compressed some of my mp3s have become, which may not be a good thing if you don't have the original CDs for some of your music. I would give the sound quality five stars, but I warn you again that I'm no audiophile.
The fit of the headphones takes some getting used to, as Bose's design is quite unique. These phones are on-ear being that they are designed to be worn like those cheap headphones that you would get with your walkmans and portable CD players back in the days before mp3 players. However, Bose put cushioned leatherette pads which conform to the shape of your ear; when you put them on, you need to allow several seconds for the pads to adjust and form the perfect fit for you. Once this is done, you are all set to go. The phones do not press on you ears hard; I think they are very gentle and should be good for prolonged use without having to take them off once in awhile. I also wear eyeglasses, and the cups definitely don't press down hard on my glasses. I would give fit 4 1/2 stars.
These headphones come with a semi-hard zipper case similar to what is included with the QC models. The case is nicely padded on the inside and is custom-designed to hold the headphones when folded. There is a little mesh like pocket on the back of the case which can probably hold an iPod nano comfortably, though not a video iPod. Two cords are included: a short cord if you are plugging the phones into a wired remote control, like the iPod radio remote or similar; as well as a long standard sized cord. The cord attaches to only one cup and is detachable, so you don't have to worry about tangles. I would give the features and extras 5 stars.
And now the big con: build quality. I've read the reviews about other Bose headphones having poor-quality headbands which snapped after several months of use. Having tried the original Triports and the QC2s, I don't think Bose made much of an adjustment on strengthening the band of this model. Well, the band is definitely much stronger than the Triport, which has a thin, flimsly and skinny metal band wrapped in cloth, similar again to the cheap walkman headphones of the 90s. The on-ear's headband is very much like the QC3s: thicker than the original Triport, slightly more durable and covered in both leather and cloth. However, I still feel like after a few months these could break easily, just like people have experienced with the QC3s (and even QC2s). They do feel kind of stiff and I'm afraid already that if I pull the cups too far apart that the band would snap instantly and without warning. Therefore, I have to give the build quality 2 1/2 stars.
So my final verdict: I think these are a great design. They fit very well without any alterations or "custom fit kits" like those needed on premium earbuds. They have great sound, which I would expect for a pair of Bose phones. However, I'm not pleased with the build quality. I feel like I have to be patient and move slowly when handling the phones for fear of breaking them; not how I would act for the average pair of headphones. I am only in the 2nd week of my 30-day trial, so I'm going to see how this works out. But I am fearful of breaking a wonderful yet expensive and fragile piece. I'll update this review if I do decide to return this at the end of the 30 day trial. Overall, I'll give these headphones 4 stars. The sound and fit quality are impressive, and the bundled extras plentiful.[...]
---EDIT: 12/29/06---
Ok, so I am updating this much later than I should have. After testing the phones for the full 30-day period, I did indeed return these and ended up getting a pair QC2s on eBay. I was still uncomfortable with the fragility of the band, but that wasn't the only reason for the return. As I said, I wear glasses and discovered that after a few hours with these phones on, I did feel some discomfort in regards to my ear being pressed down on my glasses. I should say that I haven't gotten such discomfort with the QC2s, but that's my judgement; each person will have their own opinion on this matter. However, do not let me dissuade you from purchasing these. These definitely have amazing sound quality (again, from a non-audiophile's perspective) which improved as I broke-in the pair I used. I would not hesitate purchasing this as a gift.

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Bose on-ear headphones deliver clean, rich sound in a small, light, on-ear design. Just slip them on and enjoy high-performance audio_engineered exclusively by Bose. You'll hear deep lows. Clear mids. Sweet highs. Distinct separation of instruments. Try them with your favorite tracks and you just may find nuances you never heard before. You may also find yourself forgetting you have them on. Bose on-ear headphones weigh less than five ounces. Their earcups are softly padded with memory foam that gently conforms to the shape of your ears. And they're designed to rotate from front-to-back and top-to-bottom-for enhanced fit that reduces pressure points. You can wear them comfortably for hours on end. Bose on-ear headphones feature proprietary Bose technologies that produce high-quality audio in this compact on-ear design. The unique TriPort(R) acoustic headphone structure provides excellent low-frequency output and helps create a wide range of audio from such small, lightweight earcups. There's no need to push buttons or adjust knobs, and no batteries are required. You just plug in and experience full-bodied, well-balanced audio that brings out the details in your music. These headphones make great commuting partners. They include two detachable audio cables of different lengths. Use the shorter 16" cable with armband or shirt-pocket connections, or link it to the standard 43" cable when you need added reach. Both cables attach to just one earcup, so there's less tangling than with conventional Y-cables. Bose on-ear headphones also feature a collapsible headband and fold-flat earcups. To pack them away, simply fold the cups flat, pivot them into the center of the headband and tuck them into their compact carrying case. Whatever your listening pleasure, we think Bose on-ear headphones will make it even more pleasurable. Use them with portable media players, at the office and at home. One listen is all it takes to hear the difference Bose technologies make.

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