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Chosing good and cheap headphones

Hello, I would like to ask for help in chosing a good headphones for my S3. What I am searching for headphones with good bass ( I listen to lots of Drum & Bass and Dubstep). So after searching I found these 3 headphones MEElectronics M9P , JVC Xtreme Xplosives Headphones, JVC HAFX1X Xtreme Xplosives In Ear Canal Headphones .
So my question is this, are these headphones compatible with the S3 ? And also on this price range to 25 pounds max, is there any better headphones ?
Also I've read about Noisehush NX80, but people say they are not so good. What are your opinions on this one too.

eazzys said:
Hello, I would like to ask for help in chosing a good headphones for my S3. What I am searching for headphones with good bass ( I listen to lots of Drum & Bass and Dubstep). So after searching I found these 3 headphones MEElectronics M9P , JVC Xtreme Xplosives Headphones, JVC HAFX1X Xtreme Xplosives In Ear Canal Headphones .
So my question is this, are these headphones compatible with the S3 ? And also on this price range to 25 pounds max, is there any better headphones ?
Also I've read about Noisehush NX80, but people say they are not so good. What are your opinions on this one too.
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Look at some posted reviews at http://www.head-fi.org/
I personally use Sennheiser MX 580s.

There are decent cheap ones from monoprice..
http://www.monoprice.com/mobile/Pro...Id=108&categoryId=10823&subCategoryId=1082303
http://m.lifehacker.com/5927570/the-monoprice-8320s-are-the-best-earbuds-youll-find-under-10
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Thanks, but the problem with the Monoprice ones, there isn't delivery to Bulgaria or Cyprus so basicly I can't go with those Any other suggestions ?

Bottom line is you can't get actually good headphones for under $75. I'm not sure what that is in pounds. Shure makes excellent in ear headphones. Also if you could fine cheaper beyerdynamics. Sony also makes some real cheap in ear headphones. They're the only ones around $30 that I've listened to that are at least decent. I've been through many headphones as I'm a musician..... I can tell you most headphones are gimmicks under 100. If you want good headphones that will last then invest in it, better than buying cheap pairs with **** sound that you have to replace every 6 month's because they break so easily.
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For sound quality seinheiser are an excellent buy, there are some expensive ones but there's also some for as little as £10.
Not too shabby.
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JVC Marshmellows
http://www.google.com/search?q=jvc+...sugexp=chrome,mod=17&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8
seriously im am a big audiophile. dont get me wrong they wont sound as good as some of the nice $100 sets but these lil suckers amaze me for the price. i listen to a lot of electronic stuff (D&B, Jungle, 90s Techno, Electro, Dubstep) and these get the job done. i bought a few pairs cuz after listening to them i was so amazed i need a few more just in case the got discontinued or somthing. for the price it was a non issue if i never opened up the other sets. about 2.5yrs later the one left side bud started to pop ever so slightly near max vol at like 80-120hz so i retired them and opened the 2nd pack.
these things are great for doing stuff around other loud things like mowing the lawn etc. because the bud is made from the same material that real ear plugs are made from. so you will notice that you wont have to turn your volume up so much as compaired with other earbuds because less noise escapes the ear canal and more SPL is focused on you eardrum.

List for Samsung htc sony (not sony erricson) and Nokia lumia headset and headphones that work all three buttons & mic
- urbeats
- htc beats solo
- Sony smart headset
- Nocs NS200H-001
-Nokia purity

Phillips O'Neill, I bought a pair for my wife, 25 bucks, they have a wrap on the cord that really keeps them from tangling. She is really hard on ear buds and these have lasted along time, she has washed them twice and still sounds as nothing has happened.
Personally I think they are great sounding, and prob the best I've heard under 75 bucks.
The only downfall with them is with volume down real low you can hear sound resonate through the sleeve wrap on the cord, almost like a stethoscope. But it's only real low volume and that's where the problem ends for me as I almost always have the volume up.

You should give the ibeats a try. Those are easily the best pair of headphones I've ever owned
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falcons2 said:
You should give the ibeats a try. Those are easily the best pair of headphones I've ever owned
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If you like ibeats try ur beats same thing but all three buttons work on galaxy s 3

MEElectronics actually makes some amazing headphones for the price.
Their CC51/CC51Ps are probably their best sounding and most balanced headphones. Far better then their A151 Armatures even. Id even take them over my Etys, but I don't think they make them anymore :'( . Their M9s are nice entry level cans. Their not bad, but nothing special either. I'd might go sofar as to grab a cheapo set of JVC Marshmallows over the M9s inless you can get a deal on them personally.
I would suggest you sign up for their email list. They are constantly having specials and discounts. Picked up a pair of SP51Ps for $25 a couple months back. Normally go for $70. They sound amazing with the med base ports while not sacrificing much in the highs. They are on the heavier side tho and hard to get a good seal/fit with the supplied earbuds unfortunately.
This is their current special.
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http://www.meelec.com/M_Series_In_Ear_Headphones_s/331.html
Best bet for suggestions for headphones tho I would say to hit up headfi.org
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just wanted to mention that the headphones ghostyroasty posted from monoprice easily gets 2 thumbs up from me. Those babies may not be the prettiest cans around, but boy do they sing and their dirt cheap. They're a diamond in the rough

Thanks to everyone. I think I will go with 1 pair of Marshmallows and 1 pair of Monoprice or instead of the JVC I might get the M9s. And in the future i will consider the iBeats But that will be around christmas

If you do decide to get the M9s use the coupon code i posted above. Buy one M Series model get another M Series model (same exact model or different model) free
Don't forget to use the free shipping code.
ohh... expires tomorrow tho.

Thanks but I think I won't be able to use the code because i need to get my payment first so this will happen after 15th August -_-'

I know this is long over due but the noisehush head phones are pretty good I've had them for 8 months now aNd they are still kicking and I love the sound quality
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Best cheap bluetooth earbuds
You might choose one on the top 5 best cheap bluetooth earbuds in ear headphone.
it both cheap and quality sound

Marcus129 said:
You might choose one on the top 5 best cheap bluetooth earbuds in ear headphone.
it both cheap and quality sound
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Which ones are they?

Check audiobudget dot com
TBH best iems for the price are KZ ZS5 - 22$ (they got replaceable cabling and optional BT for 5$ check Google for their reviews) I bought all kz's and few other recommend by audiobudget rock zirocns are nice and sub 20$ generally western iems are extremely overpriced one You buy a chi-fi iems.
My advice get yourself a decent dac like smsl idol or Sabaj da2 to improve overall sound experience
I would risk saying that ZS5 are comparable with my Sennheiser momentums on ear quality wise with a bit spacier soundstage. P.s. momentums are 150$.

hey y'all I need help. when I plug in my headset to my s3 it cuts off my sound unless I restart it. after I flashed my phone with Octos the Os works fine but the headset is the only problem I have. any help.

The headphones thread

This isn't good for accessory sub-forum since it was AT&T that specifically screwed us out of headphones. Use this thread to discuss what headphones you are using with your note 2.
Today i picked up these bose ITE headphones at best buy to give a try:
http://www.bestbuy.com/site/Bose&#1...lver/1246325.p?id=1218241024821&skuId=1246325
I thought bose quality + mic to make calls with.. can't go wrong.
However I am finding myself disappointed with the bass in these headphones (I like to hear bass haha). For movies and video, the headphones excel, as well as call quality. However when listenign to music, i feel like i'm missing a lot of sound. Since they cost a pretty penny @ $129, I'm probably going to return them and start looking again. I may elect to go with some over the ear headphones on amazon.com since theyre all under $20

I exchanged my s3 for a note 2. I really liked the headphones that were with my s3. I was dissapointed when I realized there were no headphones in the box. Im just using iphone headphones with a mic.

I'm using these http://av.jvc.com/product.jsp?modelId=MODL028672&pathId=162&page=1
Great headphones, and so far, works wonderful with my Note 2. OKAY bass, great mids and Highs

gostsist Head
For everyday use, I have Bose IE2 which i paid 40 bucks for new. Then for sitting and watching a movie or whatever on my phone, I have a set of Beats Audio Solo HDs...which I bought for 40 bucks also, but were slightly used. To me there are more headphones out there that sound better than the Bose for the price. Klipsch headphones are awesome and are the same price. As for the beats...well if you like bass then they are for you. They sound ok but are WAY over priced.

Klipsch S4A Headphones
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The general consensus of the Audio community is that Bose is a more marketing then high end audio. Their stuff isn't terrible but not worth the price. You can get much better for less money.
Try:
Meelectronics (various from $20 - $100) - real bag for the buck. The M6 under $20 (M6P with mic under $40) has good bass and is a fraction the price of Bose.
High end headphones makers:
Klipsch
Sennheiser
Shure
Denon
Etymotics
*Many others

RojasTKD said:
The general consensus of the Audio community is that Bose is a more marketing then high end audio. Their stuff isn't terrible but not worth the price. You can get much better for less money.
Try:
Meelectronics (various from $20 - $100) - real bag for the buck. The M6 under $20 (M6P with mic under $40) has good bass and is a fraction the price of Bose.
High end headphones makers:
Klipsch
Sennheiser
Shure
Denon
Etymotics
*Many others
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This guys knows what he's talking about listen to him!

RojasTKD said:
The general consensus of the Audio community is that Bose is a more marketing then high end audio. Their stuff isn't terrible but not worth the price. You can get much better for less money.
Try:
Meelectronics (various from $20 - $100) - real bag for the buck. The M6 under $20 (M6P with mic under $40) has good bass and is a fraction the price of Bose.
High end headphones makers:
Klipsch
Sennheiser
Shure
Denon
Etymotics
*Many others
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Thanks for the recommendation, Meelectronics is way more affordable than the other options people have listed. Just a quick question since im a headphone noob, do you know how the M31P compares to the M6P, they are both around the same price on amazon. Not exactly sure if one out performs the other.

Big Klipsch guy here. I love the S4i and IMAGE ONE phones the most. Also have a set of SE530s, ER-4Ps, and HD555s. Worst case, I also have three sets of iPhone earphones to use. Didn't care one bit that the phone didn't come with any.

I'm using the Samsung supplied, they're okay. I like the volume controls .

I picked up a pair of Samsung supplied from- http://www.ebay.com/itm/SAMSUNG-GAL.../300785879001?ssPageName=ADME:L:eek:U:US:3160
Price was a dollar cheaper when I purchased

Acyu said:
Thanks for the recommendation, Meelectronics is way more affordable than the other options people have listed. Just a quick question since im a headphone noob, do you know how the M31P compares to the M6P, they are both around the same price on amazon. Not exactly sure if one out performs the other.
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Never used the M31P, but from what I read it seems the P31 may have a bit more bass. Also they way they are designed to fit into you ears is different. The M6 is a true in-ear and over ear cable design, they fit into into you ear canal and the wires are meant to go over the top of you ear. This is a little odd if you not used to it but they don't fall out. The M31P is a bit more conventional design and may not stay in as well depending on your activity. From the chart on the Amazon page it looks like the M31 may have a bit more bass also.
Personally I like the M6P (I have the M6 without the mic) design because they stay put when I'm jogging.

I have a set of m6, m9p, and m11p's. The m6 is heavier towards the bass that the rest of them but they all give out pretty good low end. I find they are the best bang for the buck and have excellent customer service.
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themyst said:
Big Klipsch guy here. I love the S4i and IMAGE ONE phones the most. Also have a set of SE530s, ER-4Ps, and HD555s. Worst case, I also have three sets of iPhone earphones to use. Didn't care one bit that the phone didn't come with any.
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I had some Klipsch S4's but I just get them to fit my ears comfortably.
I do have the Shure SE530, witch I love but the rubber where the wires go into the housing is falling apart. One day I plan to get them rewired and have the drivers inserted into a custom enclosure. The SE530 are FANTASTIC, but I would like just a bit more bass (quantity) at times.
Also have the Denon AH-C650R which sound good but the mic is only ok.

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I picked up a pair of Samsung supplied from- http://www.ebay.com/itm/SAMSUNG-GAL.../300785879001?ssPageName=ADME:L:eek:U:US:3160
Price was a dollar cheaper when I purchased
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That is probably AT&T auctioning the headphones off that they removed from all of our boxes. Lolol
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Ya I was disappointed when I seen it didn't come with headphones, so I ordered 2pairs from amazon for 4 dollars apiece. I did notice that the volume is lower than the iphone 4 but owell its not that bad for my first Android device. Is there anyway to boost the volume for yhe headphones on this phone?

The ear buds I use are Sony's wired noise isolation MDR XB40 EX...I've had them since I got my Captivate..
They have 13 mm woofers in them..they are perfectly clear..have crushing bass..and provide exceptional highs.. and a nice selection of replaceable ear sizes on them...They aren't making them anymore...but they can still be found for under $50 at a number of places..I had a pair of Sennheiser CX 880i that cost a lot more..and didn't provide as good of bass response for the various music & movies I watch...My listen taste is varied...from opera to hard rock...everything except rap & Blue Grass...
For the money...if you don't need a microphone and can used a wired set of buds...try to find a set of the Sony's...you won't be disappointed..
Mac

$15 Sony headphones from Walmart
http://www.walmart.com/ip/Sony-MDRG45LP-Behind-the-Neck-Headphones/13904790
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[Challenge] BEST headset / earphone / headphone up to €50 MAX.

Ok, as I did long ago on the sgs forum , starting same challenge here too
There are tons of excellent headsets out there but quite pricy...
So the real challenge is to find , good quality/low price or let's say low-budget / high quality ones ...
I tested many and I found it :
the AKG K 430​
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( The one I got is all white)More pics here ​
Some specs:
Impendance : 32 ohm
Sensitivity : 125 dB/V
Max input power : 30 mW
Frequency response : 12Hz - 28kHz
Not bad for the price huh? I paid actually 42 euros here in Holland (Makro) , it's maybe cheaper on e-bay, but who wants to wait ?
It's reasonably comfortable, foldable (3D axis - to fit the included case) and got a volume slider !
Dont ask me about durability, I just bought it ... ( Edit_ it's durable !)
And what a sound !
And...for the " in-ears" category I got these ones :​
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JVC HA-FX1 Extreme Explosive Bass
Frequency Response 5-23,000Hz!
10mm large diaphragm neodymium driver units and Extreme Deep Basse Ports deliver ultimate bass sound
Rubber protectors for body durability
Superior sound isolation
Comfortable fit with ergonomic contoured form and three sizes of silicone ear-pieces
2.6mm-thick and robust 1.2m pure copper cable (Y-type)
Special hard carrying case included
S/M/L silicone ear-pieces included
Gold-plated 3.5mm stereo straight plug
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I paid around * 17.00 * euros for it and it seems that it's even cheaper right now
Great sound - great value for money !
When posting also specify the specs, like Sensitivity, frequency response, impendance, input power, etc etc. , meaning not only name and price !
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Reserved
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No challenge I see....
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I saw your thread when you posted it, but didn't replied anything because I hadn't any other challenger than stock earpieces ( :silly: ), and wasn't interested at that time (was looking for a head/earphone with controls), but I might take the JVC one, which seems interesting

Sine. said:
I saw your thread when you posted it, but didn't replied anything because I hadn't any other challenger than stock earpieces ( :silly: ), and wasn't interested at that time (was looking for a head/earphone with control), but I might take the JVC one, which seems interesting
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You wont regret...and for that price, no risks
Sounds even better on the Note2 ///my Note1 is gone months ago ...
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Ksc75
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Im looking for 100/150 euro in ear headphones. I have a pair of Bose ones atm, looking forvan upgrade. Any recommendations?
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klipsch s4 are quite possibly the best sounding ear-buds in that 50 dollar price range. They now off the S4 IIA which is the new android version with flap cables. But i got my original S4 A for 40 dollars off ebay. so shop around and find a good deal. I also have a pair of bowers & wilkins P5 for home use since they are over the ear. I also own a pair of beat tour which look nice but are more bass focused.

I use this and this. Now I can use every ordinary headphone out there, I'm not dependant on a headphones - microphone combination anymore.

altae said:
I use this and this. Now I can use every ordinary headphone out there, I'm not dependant on a headphones - microphone combination anymore.
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Well...I have some adapters too.
But that's not the point of this thread.
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Odp: [Challenge] BEST headset / earphone / headphone up to €50 MAX.
Try Shure SE210, imho one of better sounding earphones on the market. If you want something outstanding go for SE 535.
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Koss Porta Pro
Read the reviews, These headphones pack a punch! and stand their ground against some of the big names, the design is a little bizzare, but i like it a lot, just ordered a pair

I found the Philips SHE3590 surprisingly good for it's price and size!
It's small but has an amazing deep bass and crystal clear sound.
It's also very comfortable and lightweight, you can use while sleeping and don't even remember it's there.
Just perfect, can't miss with it.
About the price, I've paid about $20 here on Brazil, definitely you can find it cheaper on Amazon or eBay.

Maths said:
Try Shure SE210, imho one of better sounding earphones on the market. If you want something outstanding go for SE 535.
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azzledazzle said:
Koss Porta Pro
Read the reviews, These headphones pack a punch! and stand their ground against some of the big names, the design is a little bizzare, but i like it a lot, just ordered a pair
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projeto56 said:
I found the Philips SHE3590 surprisingly good for it's price and size!
It's small but has an amazing deep bass and crystal clear sound.
It's also very comfortable and lightweight, you can use while sleeping and don't even remember it's there.
Just perfect, can't miss with it.
About the price, I've paid about $20 here on Brazil, definitely you can find it cheaper on Amazon or eBay.
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Thanks for the input
Perhaps you guys can post the specs too, just for the curiosity
I am always comparing the frequency response and sensitivity, although I know what they put on paper not always reflect the actual thing
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Koss Porta Pro:
Key Features:
The ultra portable on-ear headphones
Comfort Zone setting on temporal pad for comfortable secure fit
The ultimate active headphones with a collapsible headband design for protective storage
Dynamic element for extended frequency response
Oxygen-free copper voice coils deliver deep bass and signal clarity
Includes a convenient carrying case for protective storage
Covered under the Koss Stereophones Limited Lifetime Warranty
Hardware
Color Black / Silver / Blue
Design On-ear
Physical attachment Vertical
Connection type Wired (3.5mm)
Wire length 4 ft
Audio
Impedance 60 Ω
Frequency response (low) 15 Hz
Frequency response (high) 25000 Hz

Can anyone pls compare JVC HA-FX1($15) with JVC HA-FX3X($21).. If you have anything else that you think is vfm for sub $21 let me know..
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johnvarghese333 said:
Can anyone pls compare JVC HA-FX1($15) with JVC HA-FX3X($21).. If you have anything else that you think is vfm for sub $21 let me know..
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The expensive has Metal housing and Carbon diaphragm.

I use the Dr dre beats which comes for htc phones on my galaxy note,
gives excellent sound quality, are very durable been using them for more than 8 months, stylish ofcourse and i bought them for 35GBP which is like 40Euros.
Sorry i couldnt post any specs as i couldnt find any
Hope it gives some challenge

AW: [Challenge] BEST headset / earphone / headphone up to €50 MAX.
Apple earpods
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Apple earpods
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Hahahaha ok now seriously stop trolling if you want to become deaf because of such **** sound it is your choice but do not even think about recomending them by the way OP get the jvc tripple xplosive earbuds they are nice for the price but you should spend 300 on a pair of beyerdinamics i use them and they are nice but ugly

Review of Sennheiser MM 30G in-ear headphones with Android controls w/lots of pics!!!

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That's a bit narrow-minded of Sennheiser. Any Android phone that supports inline controls/mic will be able to utilize the buttons in this earphone.
I'm surprised there aren't more Android-compatible earphones/headphones around these days.

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That's a bit narrow-minded of Sennheiser. Any Android phone that supports inline controls/mic will be able to utilize the buttons in this earphone.
I'm surprised there aren't more Android-compatible earphones/headphones around these days.
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I think its more of a marketing move. They recognized Galaxy being the most popular Android "brand" and Samsung sells more phones than probably every other android smartphone manufacturer combined. Multi-function button w/mic will work on any phone, including iPhone, but volume controls are specific to Galaxy and most likely HTC, LG, and Sony. Maybe even BB. I tested these with my officemates Moto X and volume didn't work.

Wonderful review thank you so much very detailed just wondering have you try'd the J 5's for Android. How do these compare to the xiaomi?
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Wonderful review thank you so much very detailed just wondering have you try'd the J 5's for Android. How do these compare to the xiaomi?
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Do you mean J5M (JLab Audio) with in-line remote/mic? That one only has multi-function button and mic, so should work with any android or apple phone. Regarding sound quality, I never tested jlabs buds, but wouldn't expect too high of a performance based on some of the reviews I came across. Also, some negative reports about build quality? I might contact them for review samples. Regarding Pistons vs MM 30G, in terms of controls the are the same. Senns will have an advantage with vertically positioned mic and some might prefer volume and control buttons on the same side vs Pistons keeping it on the opposite side. Also, Senns will have an advantage with warranty. In terms of sound quality, Pistons win hands down. I tested Pistons against original CX300, and you get more details across entire frequency range, cleaner sub-bass, and wider soundstage. When it comes to sound quality, $25 Xiaomi Pistons are on par with some $100 single dynamic driver headpones (just need a good seal where I actually had to use eartips from another headset to make it work for me).

Thanks for your reply and help going with the xiaomi also have you try'd T-400 Isolation earphone tips they work superb.
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philseven said:
Thanks for your reply and help going with the xiaomi also have you try'd T-400 Isolation earphone tips they work superb.
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No, haven't tried Comply's, but I would have imagine a bigger diameter T500 would be a better fit? But glad those work. I do appreciate added value of Comply foam tips, but I get a bit frustrated with them since I often get interrupted when listening to music and then you have to wait for a foam to settle in. With silicone tips it's in and out

Compatibility with Nexus 4 ?
Hello,
Thank you for this very precise review of MM 30G.
I would like to know if the volume buttons on the remote are compatible with the Nexus 4 (LG).
Can anybody test it or does anybody know the answer?
Thanks

Thanks for the review!

monson987 said:
Thanks for the review!
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I would check out my latest review of Sennheiser Momentum in-ear with Android controls (just follow my review links in the signature). That one is 1000% better in sound quality and design

I'm planning to buy on of this. Any notes about the noise cancellation?
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It's a passive noise cancellation, nothing too spectacular. Personally, I would go for Senns Momentun in-ear model they just released. I reviewed it here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/general/accessories/review-sennheiser-momentum-ear-t2887971

The volume controls don't work on Moto X (2013) :crying:

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This is a Review of Sennheiser MM 30G in-ear headphones with Android controls. http://en-us.sennheiser.com/mm-30g
I have been talking about Sennheiser MM 30G headphones since their introduction at CES a few months ago. Now, I finally received my review sample and able to test it out. The "G" in 30G stands for "Galaxy" thus being designed for Samsung Galaxy S3/S4/S5/N2/N3, but I have a feeling these will be able to support other Android phones as well. All the headphones with in-line remote I tested in the past had multi-function button able to operate without problems on my Note 2 or other android phones/tablets. The issue was usually with a volume control where iPhone specific remotes are not compatible with Android phones. Sennheiser decided to solve this problem with introduction of MM 30G. Let's take a closer look at what I found.
MM 30G arrived in a nice little package with a clear display showing headphones and a compact in-line remote. It also listed a lot of information about features, accessories, and detailed controls. Again, the word "Galaxy" is blasted everywhere, but these are just typical Android controls, so don't get discouraged. I have a feeling these might work with Sony, LG, and HTC, but need to verify that (with Moto X volume control didn't work). The only included accessories were 3 sets of silicone eartips. After taking headphones out of the box, you can't help but notice how super lightweight these are. And if you take a closer look, you will see that MM 30G looks almost identical to a classic version of another very popular Sennheiser in-ear model, CX300. The design of headphones is very compact and fits comfortably inside of your ear to the point where you can fall asleep wearing these without even noticing it. I actually wouldn't blame anybody falling asleep wearing MM 30G considering high level of passive noise isolation with a right eartip size selection. The headphone cable appear to be tangle free and has a nice rubberized texture. 3.5mm connector is gold plated and angled with a good strain relief. The same with headphones itself, they have a decent strain relief, and I also think y-splitter connector looks really cool with it's own small strain relief.
But the star of these headphones is the in-line remote with a mic. It's very compact, with dimensions of about 1" in length and 1/3" in width. Typically I would find such a small in-line remote to be a problem since it would be hard to push the buttons, but not in this case. Here, Sennheiser cleverly designed volume +/- to be slightly edge angled so you can distinguish between all 3 buttons just by feeling it. Still, for those with a sausage fingers it might not be as easy. I was very pleased to see a volume adjustment response by pushing volume buttons up/down - it worked perfectly on my Note 2. Also, I tested the middle multifunction button to work flawlessly with my Note 2, Play/Pause/Call with a single push, double-click to skip a track, and long press to start Google NOW. Call quality was exceptionally good due to a very clever microphone placement. Typically all in-line remotes have mic placed on the back where it could be rubbing against your cloth or pointing the opposite way, etc. In this case, Senns placed the mic pointing straight up to your face at the top edge of the remote, and the mic itself has a generous opening covered with a metal mesh. Also, the remote itself was placed in a perfect position along the wire, not too low for a mic to pick up noise and not too high for a user to be able reach in-line controls easily.
Of course, how can you talk about Sennheiser headphones without mentioning about sound quality. Though these are not designed to be audiophile headphones, they actually offer a very nice warm v-shaped sound. Mids are recessed in a typical v-shape fashion, but bass is enhanced down to sub-low level. As a matter of fact, Sennheiser noted that in their spec where instead of typical 20-20kHz frequency response they specified it as 17-20kHz to show lower end extension. Though recessed, mids and upper mids were still clear and detailed enough to enjoy vocals. Highs had a nice sparkle to it, clear without being too bright, no sibilance, easy on your ears for extended listening period. Soundstage is below the average which is typical for these type of headphones. Also, there was no microphonics effect from cables rubbing against your cloth. Since I did mention about resembles with CX300, I actually compared a sound to a pair of those and found MM 30G to sound more detailed and brighter.
Overall, I was very pleased to see a recognized brand name company to release an official alternative to bundled Samsung headphones. MM 30G tested to deliver seamless integration of their in-line remote control with my Note 2. The build quality was good, and you get a peace of mind with 2 year warranty. Though sound quality is not audiophile caliber, it's actually pretty good for $59 price tag.
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Great review. I am using SoundMagic E10S which has clever switch to work with both Android and iOS devices. Sadly it doesn't have great remote like MM 30G.

drchohan said:
Great review. I am using SoundMagic E10S which has clever switch to work with both Android and iOS devices. Sadly it doesn't have great remote like MM 30G.
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great review !

Review of TTPOD T1S in-ear headphones with in-line remote/mic w/lots of pics!!!

This is a review of TTPOD T1S in-ear headphones with in-line remote/mic. http://penonaudio.com/TTPOD-T1S
When I reviewed TTPOD T1E, I was aware it supposed to be their bass-enhanced dual dynamic driver version. At the same time a thought cross my mind how the original T1 version would sound in comparison to this enhanced version. Now, my question has been answered when I received an updated T1S model which supposed to be based on the original balanced sound signature of T1 with an addition of in-line remote/mic. Here is what I found.
Though the external box was very similar, internal packaging took a little step back with a less flashy design. Opening up internal carton revealed included accessories with two pairs of S/M/L eartips, one white silicone and the other black foam, an instruction manual, and a really cool nylon drawstring pouch with a pair of T1S headphones inside. Also, included was a card in Chinese with "T2" in the middle suggesting about upcoming T2 model. T1S earpiece shell design was identical to T1E model which is also the same as T1 model. Even so my T1S had a blue translucent color, I was still able to see all the internal components just like in my other clear transparent T1E version. The overall shape has a dual chamber design with a sound bridged together at the nozzle. But down from there, design was different.
The most noticeable difference was in a cable, starting with a strain relief where T1S had a longer piece with L/R marking on it. Though not very easy to see that marking, the shape of T1S is not symmetrical so you can always rely on that or a fact that Left side has in-line remote. The cable shielding in blue color T1S was all white, non-transparent, round with a rubber texture, and very soft and flexible. Y-splitter and headphone plug had the same round thin design with a textured etched surface. As I mentioned before, left wire side had a universal in-line remote/mic with only a multifunction button and no volume control for use with either Android or iOS devices. I confirmed single click Play/Pause/Call operation, double click to skip next, and triple click to skip prev, and long press for Google NOW. Mic on the remote was at a perfect level to pickup my voice during the call. I always appreciate when manufacturers put the remote/mic in a separate unit closer to earpiece rather than built into a y-splitter.
So, how about the sound? These are not the same as bass enhanced T1E version, but at the same time I found it to be pretty good. The sound signature is balanced with a little bit of mid-forward characteristics. Bass is not as enhanced as T1E but it's definitely above neutral level and has a distinct separation of sub- and mid-bass layers, just scaled down in quantity (in comparison to T1E). Mids are clear, not as detailed, skewed more toward brighter side but still smooth, and a little forward but not too much. Treble is crisp, but not as extended. Soundstage is above average with more width than depth, and a bit narrower in comparison to T1E. I was able to drive it perfectly from any source. Also, with large silicone eartips I was able to get a decent sound isolation.
Overall, if you enjoy the design and fitment of T1E and don't mind a more balanced brighter sound with less aggressive bass, T1S is a great choice of in-ear headphones to use as a companion for your smartphone where you can enjoy your music and switch to a phone call without missing a beat! With a current introduction price of only $39, it's also quite a bargain available in 5 different colors!
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Thanks for a great review of TTPOD T1S sir.

Thanks for this review.
Vectron I’ve become your fan after reading your reviews. Way you write about product from packing to core details is great to let all the readers get most details about the product.
I’ll be needed some help and even welcome all other members to provide valuable suggestion. I would like to buy In-Ear phones for about $50-60 and even better if they are not with mic.
I’ve heard of many companies and read many reviews of Beyer Dynamic, Sennheiser, Klipsch, Grado, Shure, Bose, Audio-Technica and AKG. Now completely confuse.

jas.inde said:
Thanks for this review.
Vectron I’ve become your fan after reading your reviews. Way you write about product from packing to core details is great to let all the readers get most details about the product.
I’ll be needed some help and even welcome all other members to provide valuable suggestion. I would like to buy In-Ear phones for about $50-60 and even better if they are not with mic.
I’ve heard of many companies and read many reviews of Beyer Dynamic, Sennheiser, Klipsch, Grado, Shure, Bose, Audio-Technica and AKG. Now completely confuse.
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What music do you listen to, style?? What do you like the most in your songs, strong bass or detailed vocals? What is the audio source these headphones will be connected to? What files are you using, mp3 w/low quality compression or high quality FLAC? Answering to this will give me a clue what to recommend.

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What music do you listen to, style?? What do you like the most in your songs, strong bass or detailed vocals? What is the audio source these headphones will be connected to? What files are you using, mp3 w/low quality compression or high quality FLAC? Answering to this will give me a clue what to recommend.
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My all time favourite is Latin Pop Music, Pitbull and Linkin Park. I don't like much of a treble music. Mostly I connect them to iPod and Macbook and in mp3 format. I hope this will help.

jas.inde said:
My all time favourite is Latin Pop Music, Pitbull and Linkin Park. I don't like much of a treble music. Mostly I connect them to iPod and Macbook and in mp3 format. I hope this will help.
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You need something with a good strong bass to carry the beat You can get TTPOD T1E (on dx.com for $36: http://www.dx.com/p/ttpod-t1-enhanc...rphone-transparent-silver-335002#.VCtPYLB0z3g) or get VSonic VSD3 (on Penon for $45: http://penonaudio.com/VSONIC-VSD3). Original SoundMagic E10 for $35 is great too.
VSD3 will be the best bang for the buck because it actually has a removable cable and higher quality sound.

vectron said:
You need something with a good strong bass to carry the beat You can get TTPOD T1E (on dx.com for $36: http://www.dx.com/p/ttpod-t1-enhanc...rphone-transparent-silver-335002#.VCtPYLB0z3g) or get VSonic VSD3 (on Penon for $45: http://penonaudio.com/VSONIC-VSD3). Original SoundMagic E10 for $35 is great too.
VSD3 will be the best bang for the buck because it actually has a removable cable and higher quality sound.
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What are the benefits of a removable cable?

desertmod1 said:
What are the benefits of a removable cable?
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Majority of failures with in-ear headphones happen at the point of the connection of the cable to the headphone earpiece/shell. That's where cable has the most amount of stress due to bending or people pulling on the cable (even by accident). Once your wire breaks, you throw aware your pair of headphones. That's ok if dealing with disposable $10-$20 headphones, but when you invest $50-$100 or some of the the $300-$500 in-ear headphones I reviewed on this forum - you don't want to through away your investment if the cable breaks. Furthermore, removable cable gives you an option of audio only cable (just a straight wire) or with in-line remote/mic so you can use your fancy headphones with your smartphone phone to control music remotely and to pick up calls. Another advantage, there is a number of higher quality pure oxygen-free copper (OFC) wires some even with enhanced conductivity using silver-plated manufacturing process. That will enhance a sound quality of your headphones.

I see make sense, but is there a standard connection for all IEMs? What if they don't make your cable anymore?
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there is a number of higher quality pure oxygen-free copper (OFC) wires some even with enhanced conductivity using silver-plated manufacturing process. That will enhance a sound quality of your headphones.
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I read that in a double blind test nobody could tell the difference between a really expensive cable and a wire hanger.

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I see make sense, but is there a standard connection for all IEMs? What if they don't make your cable anymore?
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I read that in a double blind test nobody could tell the difference between a really expensive cable and a wire hanger.
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MMCX connector is the most popular, but not everybody using it.
Where did you read about such "double blind test"? lol!!! People usually joke around that if you have $40 upgrade cable and $240 upgrade cable it will be hard to tell a difference. Honestly, they are probably right because it's just a matter of cable purity and more expensive material which drives the cable price up rather than sound improvement. BUT, if you are comparing a regular basic copper wire and pure 5N silver-plated OFC cable - there will be a noticeable sound improvement. Trust me, I have at least half a dozen of silver-plated cables and have done plenty of testing. Only trust your own ears rather than reading "what someone else said or heard"