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Best earbuds with mic?

What are the some of the best earbuds with mic,answer call,volume control, and possibly even track skip controls on the market today?
I'm looking for ones that are comfortable and have quality sound for listening to lots of hip hop,electronic and dubstep types of music.

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I'm loving my MEElectronics M9P, 'specially since I got 'em for like $22 during a special (and in black, which seems to be out of stock everywhere now)... They're usually around $30-ish and they compare very favorably to many $50 IEMs w/mic like the NuForce NE-7M and the Maximo iP-HS5. There's a million threads about this kinda stuff over at HeadFi.org, but there seems to be a strong consensus on the MEElec M9P being one of the better values out there. The Apple ADDIEM (dual driver IEM) are pretty decent too if you can find 'em on Ebay for under $30 and you don't mind the look.
For reference, I had a pair of Sennheiser CX300 IEMs and JVC HA-FX34 before these MEElec and they easily overshadow either of those. All of the ones I've mentioned are IEMs (which go deeper in the ear and isolate more than regular earbuds). I'm not sure if that's what you were after or you wanted straight up earbuds, hope it helps either way.

I've been pretty happy with a set of "Ultimate Ears SuperFi 5vi" earphones I picked up when I got the EVO. Decent bass for a single-driver earphone, though I recommend using the Comply tips (2 pairs are included) instead of the standard silicone ones. Some cable noise, but that's pretty much eliminated if you wear them over the ear. The mic is located on the right earphone lead and placed close to the mouth. The single pause/play button (lower, on the central lead) will start and stop the music player in Android (even when the app is backgrounded, which is nice, though I guess all headphones probably do this). It also hangs up a voice call. The price for these dropped a lot recently, you should be able to find it at online vendors selling for less than a hundred bucks.

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The mic is located on the right earphone lead and placed close to the mouth. The single pause/play button (lower, on the central lead) will start and stop the music player in Android (even when the app is backgrounded, which is nice, though I guess all headphones probably do this). It also hangs up a voice call. The price for these dropped a lot recently, you should be able to find it at online vendors selling for less than a hundred bucks.
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Yeah, that's the same way the button on my MEElectronics M9P works (or even the play button on the remote of my Kensington LiquidAUX Bluetooth car kit). Cord noise is one thing that shocked me about the M9P, there's absolutely none, they've got an amazing cord. I think it's double wrapped or something (you can see a black cord inside the translucent outer layer)... They're an amazing bang for the buck, even at $30+.

HTC EVO 4G Stereo Headset w/ Remote Controller
You could buy HTC EVO OEM headset with remote controller either from HTC site or from ebay. I ordered one from ebay from one US seller for $15 shipped. Search for HTC EVO 4G 9292 Stereo Headset w/ Remote Controller.
They are stocked on HTC site for 29.99 + shipping. It appears that the mic has noise cancellation. You can use remote controller to fw, rw, pause, etc.

I'm very happy with my Klipsch S4i. Sound quality is excellent, I've been told the mic sounds as good if not better than the phone mic and they are the most comfortable in ear type buds I've ever worn. I also have a pair of Shure E3c and I'd say the sound quality is pretty much equal.

I second the Klipsch. Hands down the best set of buds I have ever owned. Amazing sound and way cheaper than other earbuds of comparable sound quality

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I'm very happy with my Klipsch S4i. Sound quality is excellent, I've been told the mic sounds as good if not better than the phone mic and they are the most comfortable in ear type buds I've ever worn. I also have a pair of Shure E3c and I'd say the sound quality is pretty much equal.
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I second the Klipsch. Hands down the best set of buds I have ever owned. Amazing sound and way cheaper than other earbuds of comparable sound quality
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I have the Klipsch S4, I love them and was thinking about getting the S4i but was concerned about the controls on them. The controls are Apple specific, do they work with the EVO?

Using an apple earphone I bought with my rs giftcard. Works fine, but no volume controls implemented with android at the moment. Clear talk with mic and decent quality with the ear phones.

Im thinking of buying the dr dre beats studios or earbuds still debating...what do you guys think?
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I am planning on getting the MEElectronics M11p+ in the near future. Great price and a growing fan base... MEE is reviewed quite well on headphone forums. Currently using Shure E3Cs but they see a lot of abuse, and no mic. And stay FAR away from the Shure mic adapter, it worked for 1 day. I should have paid attention to the reviews. Crap!

I have the JBuds J3M, $29.95 at Amazon.com, works great with aluminum housing.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002RWJDB6/ref=oss_product
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I have some skull candy houla's sound great look greater, and they have a mic
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ausch30 said:
I have the Klipsch S4, I love them and was thinking about getting the S4i but was concerned about the controls on them. The controls are Apple specific, do they work with the EVO?
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The middle (phone on/off) button works fine, which would be a deal breaker if it didn't. Unfortunately the up and down (volume) don't. Not a big deal since volume adjustment isn't something I do all the time and it's not a big deal to just use the phone adjustment.

i just bought Klipsch Image S2M in ear headphones with mic. i was gonna post about it for everyone to buy but theyre sold out
bought it for 29.99 and 10 bucks shipping 2 day air from tigerdirect.com. cant wait to get it
if i see them again on sale ill post up

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Im thinking of buying the dr dre beats studios or earbuds still debating...what do you guys think?
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I have both the Studios and the Tours with ControlTalk and they both work great on the EVO I use the Tours more with the EVO because they are alot more portable the the Studios I would highly recommend them. Also there customer service is amazing I accidentally broke my Tours and it was totally my fault and they replaced them free of charge and even payed for shipping both ways.

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I'm loving my MEElectronics M9P, 'specially since I got 'em for like $22 during a special (and in black, which seems to be out of stock everywhere now)... They're usually around $30-ish and they compare very favorably to many $50 IEMs w/mic like the NuForce NE-7M and the Maximo iP-HS5. There's a million threads about this kinda stuff over at HeadFi.org, but there seems to be a strong consensus on the MEElec M9P being one of the better values out there. The Apple ADDIEM (dual driver IEM) are pretty decent too if you can find 'em on Ebay for under $30 and you don't mind the look.
For reference, I had a pair of Sennheiser CX300 IEMs and JVC HA-FX34 before these MEElec and they easily overshadow either of those. All of the ones I've mentioned are IEMs (which go deeper in the ear and isolate more than regular earbuds). I'm not sure if that's what you were after or you wanted straight up earbuds, hope it helps either way.
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So yours are working? I got mine today and cannot get the mic to work with my EVO running CM or the Hero. How else can I test to see if I got a defective unit?

For anyone else who might be looking for 'em - the MEElectronics M9P are on Buy.com for 24.99 for the black or 22.99 for silver...
Here's the link to the black ones: http://www.buy.com/prod/meelectroni...e/q/listingid/85310657/loc/111/215627771.html
Think I'm going to have to pick up a pair for myself...

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For anyone else who might be looking for 'em - the MEElectronics M9P are on Buy.com for 24.99 for the black or 22.99 for silver...
Here's the link to the black ones: http://www.buy.com/prod/meelectroni...e/q/listingid/85310657/loc/111/215627771.html
Think I'm going to have to pick up a pair for myself...
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From my experience, the mic and remote on this set does not work with the EVO, at least on Cyanogen mods 2.2 alpha release.
Any suggestions on how I can try to get this function working?
It says here that it should work for the Nexus one
http://www.meelec.com/help_answer.asp?ID=17#Mic

BEATS audio in ear headphone with s2?

Is beats audio in ear headphones good?iam planning to get one !for s2?how is it with s2 is it advisable to buy one ..?

In my personal experience, they're rather overpriced and are just there to look pretty. As well as that, sound quality is only really worthwhile at the studio's level, and even then they're way overpriced.
If you want proper sound quality, I'd recommend a pair of in-ear buds from either Sennheiser or Sony's. They generally have well balanced and high quality sound for their price.

I'd tend to agree with them being over priced, though if you like very bass heavy headphones you may prefer them
Personally in that price range I would go for Etymotic, Ultimate Ears or Klipsch products as the bass isn't overdone (if I want more that's what the eq controls are for)
For Sennheiser I have found the failure rate to be a bit high (and there's so may fakes out there you have to be careful when buying them)
However headphones are a very personal thing

Don't buy them, not only are you falling into that social group of "beats heads" who in my opinion are fools, you are also paying silly money for hyped up artist names painted on them. Oh and they're made by monster, and there have been plenty of stories how their products contain so much fancy stuff but the same job can be done with entry level parts (see monster audio cables no different to wire coat hanger)
Oh and I work in electrical retail and I see a lot of these things come back with faulty drivers

thank you guys for your suggestions i guess will stick on to stock samsung headphones then

I gave my stock samsung one's to my mother for her mp3, Work was nice to give us Christmas gifts each year, I picked Sennhesier CX300II's and they work brilliantly, they've lasted a long time too, generally in the past i've found some earphones get destroyed by me either tangling them all the time in my pocket, or wear and tear.

muralicoolsam said:
thank you guys for your suggestions i guess will stick on to stock samsung headphones then
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You could have a look around the forum various sound enhancing apps and fixes posted .
Basic problem is if you like boom boom bass music you need to buy a different phone or a Ghetto Blaster add on .
jje

Sennheiser FTW...got my first CX300 5 years ago...recently got CX300 II...still just as good as ever!
Ive tried the Beats...and as heavily advertised and marketed by just about every single artist...they are just selling them to you for the brand and looks...which is why I love Sennheiser...they are just headphones. period. damn good ones too!

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try Skull Candy...
relatively cheap, decent audio and very long lasting. mine are two years old and have survived a trip through both the washing machine and the dryer... pretty durable for $35AUD...

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try Skull Candy...
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+1 on this. Already on my 2nd pair.

VAXXi said:
+1 on this. Already on my 2nd pair.
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A common review of the Skullsz often says broke within a few months though sound quality good for the low price .
Any views on that ??
jje

Depends on the model, probably. I have had a Titanium pair which lasted close to 3 years, with a lot of travel and abuse. So I got another pair of Titaniums (the sound quality seems to be a bit poorer compared to the previous one, but still good enough for the price).

I am using Nu Force ones, but recently ordered a-Jays One+ Earphones, still waiting .

Why are you guys hating so much on the beats? I know that they are mainstream now but that doesn't mean that they are that bad... The most important thing is that you got to enjoy what you buy if he wants to buy the beats let him... They got the best warranty ever even if they break you call them they send you a brand new box even if you used them for 1 year... I exchanged mine twice and no question asked each time... You pay for what you get in the end. Btw skullcandy has one of the worst build quality ever at least on the headphone version not the little earbuds the headband keeps breaking + cable problems every month if you buy them make sure to buy the extended warranty.

As I have said before on here, Beats are for people who's desire for 'image' outweighs their knowledge of audio equipment. Beats are overpriced and overrated -- you're much better going for a decent set of Shures, as a direct price comparison they're much better both in terms of value for money and dynamics, and have better build quality.
http://www.shure.co.uk/products/earphones

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They got the best warranty ever even if they break you call them they send you a brand new box even if you used them for 1 year... I exchanged mine twice and no question asked each time.
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Thank you, this actually shows how overpriced they are if they can afford to give out 3 pairs for the same price

Love hate for Skullcandy, Had a pair of inear ones which I loved the sound was good no crackling and great bass, but they died within a year
I have had two pairs of Sennies one which broke shortly after a trip through the washing machine (it was a sad day) Then I got a pair of CX400II's which have an inline volume control that isnt too bad but when adjusting it slightly it messes up the balance making one earpiece louder than the other. +1 for a cable tidy and carry pouch as well
I want to get a new pair either with noise cancelling or an inline microphone, when these either break or I lose them.
The Stock ones were pants, lacked depth and sounded cheap, can't expect too much really not like I have a 400 quid phone or anything

Beats? LOL!
They claim to be the best headphones in the world but it's only marketing so they can sell them overpriced! They don't even say their specs!
If you want to ear something really good, buy sennheiser headphones/earphones.

Beats are overhyped.
Sennheiser or Skullcandy are imho the best in-ears available.

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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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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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.

Review of V-Moda Crossfade M-80 headphones and V-Moda Faders w/lots of pics!!!

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The V-Moda M-80 looks nearly identical to the Crossfade LP/2 model to me. I'm guessing the biggest improvement is in the internal hardware rather than the external. I like how the Faders have a screw-in detachable cable.
Regarding the headphone burn-in thing, do you think it's really necessary? I do notice a small improvement in sound with a few sets of headphones over time, but I'm not sure if it's me getting used to the sound or the actual headphone improving.

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The V-Moda M-80 looks nearly identical to the Crossfade LP/2 model to me. I'm guessing the biggest improvement is in the internal hardware rather than the external. I like how the Faders have a screw-in detachable cable.
Regarding the headphone burn-in thing, do you think it's really necessary? I do notice a small improvement in sound with a few sets of headphones over time, but I'm not sure if it's me getting used to the sound or the actual headphone improving.
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Actually you can call M-80 as a called down version of LP/2/M-100 in terms of the size since M-80 has 40mm drivers while LP/2/M-100 has 50mm drivers and those supposed to be over-ear versus M-80 "on-ear". For the comparison, here is a picture from V-Moda website
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I really wish to test M-100 because if its has the same sound signature as M-80 with a bigger over-ear pads, that would have been more ideal headphone set for me. At the same time M-80 being smaller makes it more comfortable for outside use. I did read a few comparison reviews and they suggest M-100 having a bigger bass and more of a signature V-shaped sound. I absolutely LOVE the sound signature of M-80, its almost like custom tailored to my taste. Perfect balance of the entire frequency spectrum, upfront midrange and ear-friendly treble, and nice healthy doze of bass without being too overpowering. Plus those v-port "airports" in the shield breath some "air" into the sound and expand the space. M-100 bass might be a bit too much. Also, I read that LP/LP2 models also have V-shaped sound and focus more on bass range then mid/treble.
Regarding burn in, I'm not taking about just listening to music. I run this for 10+ hours at mid volume: http://www.jlabaudio.com/burn.php - it's a mix of white/pink noise which is the best to exercise drivers right out of the box. I have done that with every single pair of headphones I reviewed and the change makes a significant difference. This is an extreme way of burn in, but also the most effective. The reason why you notice the different right away because you can do a/b comparison within a day. While doing a natural listening burn in over weeks or months will gradually improve your sound and the difference will not be as drastic.
With Faders, I can't say high enough praise for their quality. Every time I had them in my ears (and the same impression when my wife tested them), I was forgetting these are earplugs and was thinking I have wireless IEMs and couldn't understand why there is no sound lol!!! The detachable chord is a big plus. I have Comply earplugs and they are great as well, but really easy to loose since there is no chord.

Got mine several months ago and love them. Sound is great. Need to try those faders now.
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Rsmin said:
Got mine several months ago and love them. Sound is great. Need to try those faders now.
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How do you like the fitment? Have you ever tried M-100?

If I ever had reason to replace my B&W P5's, it would be V-Moda, though probably M100.
Are you buying all these or borrowing? Lol. I'm jealous of all the gear you're getting your hands on lately!
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How do you like the fitment? Have you ever tried M-100?
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They are a little hard on your ears at first, but get better over time. No haven't tried the M100's, they look as if they would be more comfortable.
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If I ever had reason to replace my B&W P5's, it would be V-Moda, though probably M100.
Are you buying all these or borrowing? Lol. I'm jealous of all the gear you're getting your hands on lately!
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That's why I'm curious about sound difference between M-80 and M-100. It looks like V-Moda sounds good out of the box (no need for too much burn in), and that makes it great for testing in the store. BUT, it's hard to find them in the store anymore. Apparently, Radio Shack used to carry V-Moda headphones, but not anymore. I came across a big thread in head-fi from the end of September where apparently Radio Shack was getting rid off their stock of M-80 and sold them all off at $40 each. I'm not kidding, that was like giving it away. A lot of people at head-fi got their M-80s that way. Now, on Amazon they go for $185, although you can get it directly from V-Moda.com website for $150, and some other on-line places offer as low as $120.
Regarding my reviews, those are all review samples. My wife would commit me to mental hospital if I would spend all that money

Well, based on some people's rigs on head-fi, I wasn't sure. Some of those guys have a small fortune in audio.
What gear do you own and use daily?
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Well, based on some people's rigs on head-fi, I wasn't sure. Some of those guys have a small fortune in audio.
What gear do you own and use daily?
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A lot of the companies I review for allow me to keep their product for future comparison. It makes sense since for example at the current moment M-80 is the best sounding on/over-ear headphones I have and everything will be compared and referenced to these V-Moda "mini" cans. When it comes to wireless IEM, nothing can touch in sound quality and flexibility Plantronics BackBeat Go 2. For wired IEM, I have been using a lot UE600, especially in my "bedroom" music studio setup. They don't have as strong bass, but mids and treble is crystal clear and upfront, they are the most comfortable in-ear headphones I have. Together with E18 (w/bass boost) its a perfect combo. M-80, UE600, BBG2, and E18 are my daily drivers for right now.

Earphone Buying Guide - Budget Friendly :)

Hi there,
I'll be putting up a simple guide that will help you to get the maximum best out of your budget when buying a pair of earphone/earplugs.
Sir, why didn't you include Headphones in the guide ? Aren't they better ?
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For studio purpose, yes they are better. But in terms of portability, they ain't good.
They are bulky and they tend to warm up the ears.
Earplugs on the other side, they are light , easy to carry and create a sound isolation.
Well with that being said let's start with the guide.
My Guide will be divided into three parts :
Earphones Buying Guide : Low budget
Earphones Buying Guide : Mid budget
Earphones Buying Guide : High budget
I'll give some final touches to the thread afterwards.
Also suggestions are open
Note that the all earphone models are arranged in ascending order according to their price.
Earphones Buying Guide : Low budget ($8+)
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SoundMAGIC ES 18
Sony MH-EX300AP
Creative EP-630
Cowon EM1
Sennheiser CX 180
Sony MDR-EX220LP
Earphones Buying Guide : Mid budget ($16+)
Code:
SoundMAGIC PL11
Brainwavz Alpha IEM
Philips SHE9700
SoundMagic PL30
JVC HA-FX101-A Xtreme Xplosives Deep Bass
Earphones Buying Guide : High budget ($48+)
Code:
SoundMagic E30
Sennheiser CX300-II
Brainwavz M5
NCredible NErgy by Monster

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I noticed you created the same thread in Xperia section, are you planning to maintain both of keep this as your main one? Either way, Me (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2192333) and I guess Jeremy (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2131021) will chime in since I have been reviewing a ton of headphones (in-ear, over-ear, and on-ear in this section) and Jeremy has a fantastic Headphones buying Guide.
Btw, I assume you will be reviewing all the headphones in your collection (posted list)? Because I was curious how you partitioned low/mid/high budget prices. As you know, $400 IE80 is a step above $48 But either way, glad we got more headphone fans/enthusiast in our forum and will get a better coverage and opinion of all the available choices!!!!!

@vectron
Me and my friend (who is an audiophile), had made a list of list of earphones with different price category in our free time. I thought that why shouldn't I post this on XDA ? So I did it.
I won't be reviewing them as I haven't used all the products. I buy earphones under 10$ , use them for a year or two and then replace them. My friend on the other hand has a huge collection. But sadly he ain't on XDA.
IE80.... I didn't know about the price. A guy in the neighbourhood shop was selling them for $50. Maybe they might be fake or smuggled.

Oh, I see. So no reviews, but maybe pictures of those you still have? Would be helpful as well. If you get to pictures, would be cool to see a few shots without eartips to see the size of a nozzle. But really up to you.
Regarding Sennheiser IE80 - anything for $50 is a fake. I just quickly looked at ebay and see those fake ones. They will have the same package, similar looking accessories, even the shape of headphones, but the diamond plate will not have "S" on it or will have another name on it. Even if it has "S", it's still fake one because original one cost $400, maybe for $370 on sale. Chinese market for fake headphones is very popular, especially for Beats, and Sennheiser CX300 is another popular one. The problem is that it will not sound the same. IE80, although I haven't had a chance to review it yet, has a very unique wide tuned dynamic driver which you can't duplicate easily and sell for under $50 all together. So most likely they copy the looks of these original headphones and use a cheap driver found in those $5 earbuds you can get on ebay or dx.com. So, I wouldn't put IE80 in $48 category because it's going to mislead people.
Btw, since your friend is audiophile, it would be very interesting to hear how these IE80 knock offs sounds to him?

Can you please suggest me ear phones with good quality and good clarity but with no mic ..i need them to attach withsony sbh 20 ,because the wire that came with that bluetooth earphones got damaged too easily

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JayBird BlueBuds X Sport Bluetooth Headphones - Midnight Black --> Best but quite expensive :good:
Sony DREX12IPW Earbuds --> Good
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Both are good ....but i need the ones without which reduces cost a bit
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It will always depend heavily on your musical preferences. The template in my guide can answer almost every question.
What's your budget and where do you live?
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It will always depend heavily on your musical preferences. The template in my guide can answer almost every question.
What's your budget and where do you live?
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I live in India ..and my budjet is some 9-13 usd as i dont have much with me now ....I can wait if its worth for a better earphones around 20-25 usd

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I live in India ..and my budjet is some 9-13 usd as i dont have much with me now ....I can wait if its worth for a better earphones around 20-25 usd
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Whether or not it's worth it is definitely up to you. In setting a budget, you're asking yourself what type of investment you currently can/want to make on your listening experience.
I'd look for Phillips SHE3590, Soundmagic ES18, amongst others (there are a lot of value gems I've forgotten).
One of the best things you can do for your audio experience, though, is too switch to Neutron as your music player and using 320kbps mp3 files (or flac if you have the space).
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[Guide] Headphone/Earphone Buying

jRi0T68 said:
Whether or not it's worth it is definitely up to you. In setting a budget, you're asking yourself what type of investment you currently can/want to make on your listening experience.
I'd look for Phillips SHE3590, Soundmagic ES18, amongst others (there are a lot of value gems I've forgotten).
One of the best things you can do for your audio experience, though, is too switch to Neutron as your music player and using 320kbps mp3 files (or flac if you have the space).
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[Guide] Headphone/Earphone Buying
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Thank you so much

Any of the Shure In-Ears are great.... I use the Shure E3 with the yellow foamies.
I used to buy the low priced headphones and have them burn out or break by the end of the year. I then spent the money on the shure in-ears and I've had them for the past 10 years and they work great!
One of those items I think its wise to splurge on.

Soundmagic is cool and sounds good i love that headphone im using it for 2 years try it guys
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I am going to buy beats audio tour earphone. But are they supported with Xperia sp? I know that the buttons and built in mic for attending calls are not supported for android and only works for iPhone. But will its performance or audio quality will remain the same for Xperia sp as it is meant to be or will it be downgraded?

hey man, i am looking to buy some new earbuds/earphones in a 50$ range
what would you recommend?
i have a sony SP, so something that is well compatible with the phone

Sahaab said:
hey man, i am looking to buy some new earbuds/earphones in a 50$ range
what would you recommend?
i have a sony SP, so something that is well compatible with the phone
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I'm usually partial to Sennheiser if I'm buying phones that are good quality. Haven't done it in awhile but I hear they've got a new line out so there's probably some good stuff out there to check out. Nothing against Sony's, but I've just always been a Sennheiser guy.

Hi.
Sorry, I take advantage of this topic for my question(s).
I'm searching some headphones NOT in-ear headphones but it isn't simple, specially if for our smartphones.
So, can I remapper headset volume buttons (that usually don't work) with Tasker?
I thought that in any case it sends an input only not right input, is it right?
In any case, do you have earphones to recommend for daily music and call?
Thanks.
Bye!
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Why this guide does not include a single skullcandy earphone... ?
I want to know if skullcandy is worth it. my friends say it is the best and I also used one earphone for listening a song... it was awesome... but this guide has no skull candy

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I want to know if skullcandy is worth it. my friends say it is the best and I also used one earphone for listening a song... it was awesome... but this guide has no skull candy
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This earphones sound more awesome than your skullcandy awesome .