5 comments about GN Netcom 9120-FLEX Wireless Headset with Noise-Canceling Flex Boom Headset.

1. We have this headset at work & it sounds much better when hooked up with a "modern" phone. Hooked mine up to an old Bellsouth phone at home and it's been hard finding the "just right" settings.



2. I picked up two of these headsets for use in our home office, on Cisco 7940 voip phones, and am very happy with them. I found nothing about their compatibility with Cisco phones, but was happy to find that they work great -- connected to the handset or headset port (there is a switch on the back of the base for different phone types, the Cisco headset port is wired differently than the handset port).
   
   Highlights that I am happy with so far:
   * headset is remarkably light, barely noticeable when on
   * base is nice and sturdy -- solid weighted bottom thingy (the circular bit in the photo) and cable management is decent
   * it's pretty easy to get the headset off/on the base
   * battery is pretty easy to remove (it's accessible when you pull off the headset piece, which is how you switch between head and ear clip), and I've seen replacement batteries (if you need one) under twenty bucks
   
   Response to two complaints below:
   
   1) THE PHONE WORKS FINE WITH MULTI-LINE PHONES
   
   The headset simply plugs in-line where the handset plugs in, so works with whatever settings your phone may have. It is not meant to replace the actual phone, it is simply an add-on wireless headset.
   
   I've found that it works through the handset or headset jack on my Cisco 7940. If you have a remote lifter, it will simply lift the handset to answer your phone (your phone will answer whatever line was ringing, as if you just picked up your handset).
   
   2) MUST LIFT RECEIVER TO ANSWER CALLS
   A remote lifter, which I use, is available for the headset. If a call comes in, you push a button on the headset and it remotely lifts the handset of your phone, answering the call. When you disconnect from your headset, it hangs up the phone. Again, this should work with multi-line phones (unless your phone requires pushing another button after answering a call).
   
   If you don't have a remote lifter, you do have to push a button to answer the call -- but the remote lifter is only necessary if you're routinely answering calls out of distance of your phone. Also, you don't have to push a button every time -- if you leave it on the base, simply picking it up activates the headset... and putting it back deactivates the headset (furthermore, if you have a remote lifter, activating/deactivating the headset consequently picks up/hangs up the handset on your phone. (Note: these features are pretty standard among wireless headsets/lifters from most manufacturers)



3. I am really really disappointed. They sent me the wrong one and I had to send it back



4. The product works exactly as advertised. My aching neck seems to be a thing of the past.



5. I found exactly what I needed to add wireless headset flexibility to our Zultys IP phone network. The sound is great and the signal works well in two-story environments as well as in our warehouse.

5 comments about Panasonic RF-SW50S Portable FM / AM Radio with Armband and Stereo Headphones.

1. This is the third radio I've had. It gets good reception and is easy to use. I tend to be rough on the radios I've had and they last well. The previous two eventially begin to turn themselves off. I tried a similar Sony radio and the static and hiss were unbearable.
   
   I would recommend this radio.



2. Over the last 10 years or so I've purchased 2 or 3 of these. My wife and I like to run with them. They're light, get decent AM and FM reception, and last a long time on 1 battery. One died in the rain and another after 5 or 6 years of use but that's to be expected in my opinion. The preset buttons are large so they're easy to find when running and the bass boost button is nice to give weak headphones a little extra bottom kick on those windy days.



3. Has been very good. I use it during exercise and it picks up the stations very clearly. I will be replacing the headphones to a more comfortable pair.



4. Having purchased the Sangean DT-110, 120, 180 and the 200VX as well as the Sony SRF-37V and SRF-M97 (as well as several Kaito radios, including the KA11, KA1102, etc.), I can readily say that the Panasonic RF-SW50S is the best radio to use for listening in the close proximity of computing and related RF (Radio frequency) noise generating equipment. Please see my many other very detailed reviews on these other radios. The Panasonic is very ruggedly made and has a very nice display (no clock or automatic turnoff however) with battery status (even if it is turned off by simply pressing preset button #3 and of course while it is turned on) and a lock switch status indicated when it is on or off too as well as 20 individual presets (10 total on am and 10 total on fm chosen in two user selectable operating modes, i,e, mode1 and mode2), etc. The RF-SW50S is only a little larger than the Sangean and Sony units too so that it still just fits the nice, inexpensive hard shell, HS-5, Digital Tech concepts case that I bought from Sears (this product can also be viewed at Sakar International). In addition, I really like the very high quality of the sound of the Panasonic shock wave radio (it also comes with a deep bass boost switch) and the useful DX/local FM sensing switch (with standard city interference or normal DX settings).
   
   I also think the am reception is excellent and strong (I hear Denver from here easily at night). This is equally true of the fm stations, both inside and outside of buildings contrary to some other reviews. The Sangean DT-110 is the next best radio to use near computing machinery, but its fm reception is better than its am/mw reception probably because of its very small size. The presets on the RF-SW50S are very easy to set and chosen with a single key press just like on the SRF-37V.
   
   You should definitely plan on using or purchasing a different set of earphones as the supplied unit is not very useful as well as uncomfortable and inflexible. I also strongly prefer open air headphones and not earbud style earphones for personal safety if listening while walking in a crowded area.
   
   Tuning on the Panasonic is a little clunky compared especially to the Sangean DT-110 with its manual or automatic scan and seek capabilities, but it is nevertheless still very usable with a single switch type button to either be pressed and held to choose the operating mode or also using a separate rotating motion (either clockwise or counterclockwise) for am/fm station tuning (see also below for more details). The one drawback I can see with this arrangement is the constant beeping noise during the tuning of the radio. Tuning can only be accomplished by either directly rotating the mode/tuning button and holding it toward a clockwise or ccw direction (and indicated in the directions as +/-) to advance frequencies semi-automatically or by using a single button rotation at a time in order to advance or retreat by one small step in frequency. By the way, just for the record this tuning operation is far harder to explain than it actually is to perform! Also, from other reviews it seems advisable to purchase an extended warranty too, since it only has a one year warranty (Please read other Amazon reviews on this issue so that you won't be disappointed prematurely if its just stops working). Also, my unit did not come with the 4 Panasonic AAA batteries as advertised by Amazon and others and clearly stated in the enclosed manual for the RF-SW50 radio, so maybe Panasonic just stopped including batteries with the newer RF-SW50S?. My supplier on Amazon, Ace Photodigital in NYC, just to make things even however, very quickly mailed out a package of 4 energizer AAA batteries to me through the US Post office. Panasonic claims 25-26 hours of listening time on a single AAA battery, which I have yet to verify, but based on other similar radios that I have tested it seems quit reasonable, with a little longer operating time expected on am compared with fm for example. It is now very ironic to me after much time and effort that the least expensive priced unit of all the pocket radios available on Amazon also gets the best reception close to computers, monitors, electric lighting and motors, etc. Now, who would have thought of that in advance?



5. This radio was purchased as a replacement. The reception is excellent in our area - the only one we've found so far that works, and we've tried quite a few different makes and models.

5 comments about Koss P9 In-Ear Headphones with Volume Control.

1. I have to agree with the other poster that these break very easily - they sound great, are dirt cheap, and snap off right at the earpiece - if they were one piece all around I don't think they would have this problem, but the connection point is simply weak... don't put them in a bag or backpack or anything, they will come out much worse for wear =).



2. I should have known... something this cheap can't be too sturdy.
   Granted, I didn't take great care of them (nor did I subject them to insane amounts of abuse), but after a day in my backpack, one ear on the headphones broke off (which I temporarily remedied with some tape). The other broke about a week after that...
   Headphones weren't particularly comfortable either, but at least stayed on during a light jog (I have a lot of trouble finding headphones that stay in place)
   Volume control seemed to work ok
   
   I guess for the price, it's not bad. But if you want something that'll last, or something that you can throw in your bag without worrying about breakage, these aren't the headphones for you.



3. Great product, I couldn't be happier, fast shipping.



4. Nice product for a good price. Reasonably good quality of sound produced for the price it offers. Ergonomic structure for the user.



5. This is by far the best of this type of headphone(reasonably priced) out there.Obviously they don't sound as good as the high end products.
   I bought them as a gift for my mother and she thinks they're wonderful.They're pretty sturdy as compared to others at this price as well.
   Can't beat them for the price.

5 comments about Radius Atomic Bass - Headphones ( ear-bud ) - silver.

1. First off, the construction quality of this product is excellent and the sound quality is very good. I bought them based almost exclusively on the prior review (there was only one a the time) extolling their use while engaged in exercise, etc. I have small ear canals and have not had any success in finding earbuds that stayed put for more than a few minutes, especially while cycling or doing yard work. While these are better than others I've tried, they still do work loose, they just stay put for longer than any others I've ever had. If you have "normal" ears, I'd expect you'd love this product. I don't regret buying them.
   
   ADDENDUM (07/05/2008): The left earbud stopped working on this product after less than a week's use, in the course of normal operation. Given the price of this product, it's hard to recommend them to anyone.



2. My 10 year old son and I both found the ear buds that came with our ipods too large for our ears. Keeping those bulky buds in place was difficult even when being sedentary, and who has time for that! I purchased 2 pair of the Radius Atomic Bass ear buds and couldn't be happier with the upgrade in comfort and sound quality. Fitting comfortably in your ear, these earbuds allow you to enjoy your music at length without your ear feeling bruised and abused. The proper fit also allows me to listen to music while mowing the lawn.



3. I've lived 61 years without knowing that I had small ears--but walking with my iPod Shuffle was so NEAR to a joy--but so FAR because of falling ear buds and discomfort. The frustration is over. These are a perfect solution for me--a great fit without any frustrations. And the sound is amazing. I listen to Bible readings that are set with the sounds that would have been around--sometimes I glance to the side while I'm walking, expecting to see the sheep or rooster I heard. I love it.



4. The earphones sound very good and I have no problem with that. My problem is that I didn't know that one wire was going to be shorter than the other one. I guess this is fine if you put your shuffle on your sleeve, but I clip my shuffle to my front pocket. I wish that the specifications would have told me of the different lengths of cable for the left and right ears. I am used to having both cables the same and I like it that way. If they had disclosed this in the advertisement, I would not have ordered.



5. I like to hear the bass frequencies and these really do deliver! They are better sounding than any others I own. They come with three sets of soft plastic covers in three different sizes for a custom fit. I would highly recommend these, they are worth every penny!Radius Atomic Bass - Headphones ( ear-bud ) - silver

3 comments about Altec Lansing UHP306 Snugfit In-ear Earphone w/ Diaphram Driver..

1. I couldn't find any review before buy this item. Since 2002, I have a pair of Altec Lansing stereo speakers (2.1 audio) for my computer and I'm pretty satisfied with them; they still sound great and work fine. So I decided to buy this headphones for that reason and I'm very happy with the decision: they sound great.. with my SE k790a, my PSP, and Computer (Hp TX1320us) so far. They have a cloth cable which is very resistant. They have deep bass and excellent high! Well balanced... This headphone sounds better thant the Sony MDR-EX71SLA Fontopia which I have since 2003... I didn't like the sound of it (very low volume for me). The Altec Lansing UHP306 snugfit has excellent desing and it's comfortable in the ear (like other earbuds, they have different sizes of silicon tips...) and again, the cloth cable is great. Four stars because the cable can unravel... I hope not... 2 week of usage and it still looks fine (they hasn't unravael yet, will update the review if it happens) I recomended it with confidence!!! After 2 weeks of usage the bass seem to be more solid, that's great...(4.5/5)



2. I look at Bose, look at sony, look at most of the item but non of them give a good review. So i decide to buy this earphone and my friend bought another one. All i can say here is, with the price of this item, i say this is item is better than my friend. Almost same quality but he paid MORE. I like the SnugFit, 1st time the headset actually fit my ear and really just sit there no matter what i do. I like the cable as well. (Just don't make it wet.) After 3 weeks of nonstop usage (gym, office, jog) and i dont feel any disappointment.



3. I spent almost a day searching for earphones that match exactly what I expected: noise canceling, endurance and good sound at a reasonable price.
   Well I finally found it and I'm feeling happy with this choice. The earphones are excellent and the sound astonishing for a very fair price. The cloth cable offers resistance to rough use and I'm sure it will last much more than other plastic cord earphones.
   The only mishap is that it is a bit hard to get used to wear it since you have to insert the cord over your ear to fit it ergonomically. But once you get the trick, is very comfortable.
   Do not attempt to use it while you need your ears because this device REALLY cancels almost 100% of surrounding sounds and noise depending on how high you set your player volume. Even at low volume levels you are almost deaf.
   I highly recommend this product.

5 comments about Bang & Olufsen A8 Earphones.

1. I have been searching for MONTHS to find a pair of headphones that wouldn't fall off my ears during exercise. The few pairs that I have found that did stay put, would just sound awful and make my music sound as if it were playing inside a tin can. Although the price tag on this pair was a bit high for my liking, after adding up the prices of all the other headphones I have tried over the past six months, these are still a bargain by comparison.
   
   They have a really unique adjustment that allows the user to manipulate the fit behind the ears. Although this takes a few seconds longer than adjusting a traditional pair of headphones, the big difference is that once these are in place, they won't budge!
   
   Also, I can't say enough about the quality of the sound in these headphones! Since I am a vocalist, I can be a bit snobby when it comes to sound and these really exceeded my expectations. Finally it is a joy to listen to my music with headphones!
   
   The only caution I have for people considering this purchase is to know who you are buying from. A friend of mine claimed to have purchased this same pair on Ebay and realized later they were fakes and not near the quality of mine. If you aren't paying around $100 for these, then there is a very big chance that they are not really Bang & Olufsen. Although B&O is really proud of their headphones, the quality of the product proves once again that you get what you pay for!!



2. If you have decided headphones are too large, in-ear phones too intrusive, more than 200$ too much, and hearing the crickets chirping in a open field concert not essential, then this is a good place to start. Or maybe you just want to know more about this earphone with such a weird-fangled name.
   In either case, read on.
   
   The world Bang & Olufsen is quite an elite one. These people take their audio seriously. Their speakers sell for the price of brand new cars. The A8 earphones, by comparison to their other products, is within much closer reach. Not widely distributed, its price is quite varied, but tends to range from 100-160$ (watch out for lower-priced imitations).
   
   The A8 earphones are a sight to behold, being of fine craftsmanship and quality components. It was one of the first earbuds to address proper fitting and placement retention with its multi adjustment points (I got mine October 2004). It can be shifted vertically for ear height, horizontally for depth, and held in place with a flip-down loop adjustable to your preference. Its body frame is constructed of rigid brushed aluminum, with hard glossy rubber lining the ear loops. The ear-loop and the swing arm holding the phones move with a smooth gliding motion that have held up well over the years. The cords leading from the phones are reinforced with a rubber housing to protect from the potential pull and snag. Mine have survived quite a few. Though in no way am I suggesting you can yank on them, they will last if subjected to frequent light stressing. Of particular note in the design, the cord length is shorter than normal at about 3ft. which is perfect for the portable player close at hand. It comes with a low-profile 6ft. extension cord if longer lengths are desired. I also like the straight-line plug (as opposed to the right-angle ones), nice for audio-players housed in a pouch or bag. Due to its unique design, proper protection is provided in a carry case of hard black leather, shaped to conform to the dual semi-circle ear loops. But enough of its design. What of the sound?
   
   I have to be up front about the weak points, because this is the deciding factor for most. The bass response on these phones is underwhelming. Which is not the same as saying weak/tinny bass, the lack of, or distorted bass. In the quest for high quality, the emphasis was on other aspects of sound quality. Something had to be compromised, that being bass response. When bass is exhibited though, it is clear, distinct, and free of distortion. But you will never feel punch or power to the bass. Which was never the intention of the A8's. One other gripe, a minor one, is that for people who wear corrective lenses, the ear loops on the A8's can get in the way of the lens frame, causing some degree of discomfort to the ears.
   
   If you are still with me, then the bass issue didn't scare you off. Its high points are more important to me, which is why I recommend it. The A8 emphasizes sound detail, clarity, and accuracy (lack of distortion). Sound output is tight and controlled in the high ranges, great for orchestral music, for soprano singers. Instruments, vocals, acoustic resonances, twangs, rings, chimes, are clear and true. Distinction can be made of the parts of the whole, yet there is proper balance so that the different sounds can still meld as one. I hear layers of audio I never knew existed because on low quality phones they had been drowned out or distorted by inaccurate sound reproduction. You get to hear more of what was recorded in the original that can get lost in low quality outputs. [This audio clarity is a bit of a double edge. The flaws of low quality audio sources (like low-bit rates) tend to be more pronounced with high quality headsets.] On a lesser note of benefit, the ear loops hold the ear piece securely from slipping out if you need to engage in some kind of major head movement.
   
   If you spend more money, you can certainly get better. If you go with in-ear buds, you can retain clarity and gain some bass.
   But if bass isn't the forte, you believe ear buds gotta stay out of the canals, and clarity is important, the Bang & Olufsen A8's fit the bill.



3. I just bought these headphones yesterday. I must say I'm a little underwhelmed. I guess I'm no "audiophile"; I honestly can't tell much difference between these and the buds that came with my Ipod. It handles the high and low ranges much better (no distortion on bass - yea!), but mostly it's about the same. And those silly foam earpads - good grief, it took me 5-10 minutes just to get those on the earphones! And of course they fall off every time you take the earphones off. Couldn't they have come up with something that didn't require these things?
   
   But that's just my initial impressions. I hope to have a follow up review in a few months and will hopefully raise my rating to a four or five star.



4. The Museum of Modern Art has recognized Bang & Olufsen for their design aesthetic, which they consistently combine with perfect utility. That is why I have come to expect the very best whenever I buy a B & O product. The A8 Earphones do not disappoint although they are deceptively simple. When I first held them in my hand, I thought that they looked well-made as I would have expected, but nothing extraordinary. I put them over my ears and fussed with the fit until they were comfortable, plugged them in to my iPod, and then . . . smiled.
   
   They are exactly what I was looking for: a great sounding bud-type earphone that remained in place as I worked around the house. As people have joked in other reviews of this product, you really do forget that you are wearing them. You will find this out the first time you put the telephone receiver to your ear and ask the caller to speak up, unaware that you are still wearing the earphones.



5. First of all, I do not think a proper review should be given until I have put a lot of miles, or hours, on the product. I have owned the A8s for several years now and they are still sounding like they just came out of the box. These things are so durable, it never ceases to amaze me. I have stepped on them twice and nothing was bent, broke, or twisted. Also, the sound is noticeably better than the comparable Etymotic buds, which my step-dad has owned and confirmed. The A8s bass levels could be a little bit better in my opinion, although, I think my MP3 player (Cowon A2 30 GB Portable Multimedia Player) has something to do with this. The only thing that I've not liked about the A8s, are the factory ear pads (big deal). Radio Shack has pads that last a lot longer, and don't wear, or lose their elasticity, as fast. Unfortunately, The RS pads are a bit pricey, at $5.50 a pop, and it comes with four pads but I'm still on my first two.

3 comments about Ear Bud with Play/Stop Controller and Microphone for Apple iPhone (Black).

1. At first I did not like the sound from these earbuds, but then my husband told me to make sure they were in correctly (he did the same thing with his), which they were not! Great sound, especially for the money, very comfortable and would still like a bit more base, but I can change my play selection on my ipod to suit the song or genre.



2. I broke the headphones that came with my iPhone, and since the sound from them was only average I was more than happy to purchase a new set. After these arriving in the mail I was excited....... until I heard them. The sound is harsh with no midrange, midbass, or bass whatsoever. I could not actually listen to them for more than 15 minutes without getting a headache. They feel like the cheap headsets you get from the wireless stores in the mall. I would give 0 stars if I could. This product will be returned hastily.



3. The sound on these is definitely well below average -- but come on, what do you expect from a $20 set of headphones? I gave this two stars simply because the earbud on mine fell off -- literally -- after about 2 months. That's just not acceptable.
   
   If you're looking for cheap, quicky headphones... these are fine. But no more than just that -- fine.

5 comments about Koss Pro4AAT Titanium Pro Headphones.

1. These headphones sound great and work well. The only problem is that your neck starts to hurt after wearing them for a while because they are heavy. This will pass though! After wearing them for a while your neck gets use to the extra weight and you will fill fine again. Same with the ear's, they are tight against your ears. While it blocks outside sound great they hug up on your ears pretty hard and start to hurt after a while. My head and ears are of average size and I thought after reading some of these reviews, only people with big heads had this problem. I think if you have really small ears then you wont have this problem. But they are great headphones. I bought them mainly for gaming to block outside noise so I could hear footsteps.



2. I had a friend who owned some Koss UR20s, and they were awesome headphones. The bass response was good, they were THE most comfortable headphones I've ever worn, and they've lasted a good many years.
   
   Contrasting this, I decided to "go all out" and buy some Pro4AATs. The statistics on the Pro4AAs were blowing the UR20s out, so I bought it.
   
   I've been dissatisfied with my purchase ever since.
   
   The Pro4AATs have mediocre bass response at best. The sound quality is thin. They weigh too much! I can't wear them for longer than an hour, because it presses down too hard on the top of my head.
   
   3 years later, I'm still using these Pro4AAs, and my friend is still using his UR20s. I did a sound test, and the UR20s still wup up on the Pro4AAs.



3. These lasted me about 6 months before the plastic piece that holds the left earpiece on snapped into two pieces. They did get dropped quite regularly, but they broke one day when I took them off, I heard the sound of plastic snapping and the left earpiece was hanging by a wire not much thicker than a thread. I partially blame the fact that I dropped them so much as I do the fact that I have a large head.
   
   Regardless considering how often these got dropped, they held up quite well for headphones these days. I have had plenty of headphones that did not hold up as long that I never got the chance dropped (mainly Sennheisers, they don't hold up at all) or broke the first time they were dropped from half the height.
   
   The best part, is if you ask anyone who ever dealt with Koss before, they will tell you to ship them to Koss and Koss will replace them no questions asked for the price of shipping.
   
   These headphones do sound quite good for the money. I'm very picky when it comes to sound, and these don't give me much to complain about. There is a slight drop offs in certain midrange frequencies, but other than that the sound is very balanced with clear highs, good bass and good low mids.
   
   I would recommend the big brother of these headphones, the Koss Pro 4AAs to anyone considering these headphones or headphones in the $60-$150 price range. The sound quality is top notch and they are built like a tank and will withstand all the abuse you can throw at them. I currently own a new pair, and have used and abused an old pair for many years as kid (they still work but the foam on the headpiece has fallen off and pulls my hair out). Only downside is they are even heavier than the Pro 4AATs, but it has not been a problem for me.



4. after trying a few different open backed headphones i knew i had to have closed back phones. these koss pro4aat's are right for me. block out almost all ambient sound while delivering the music as you want it to sound.initially i found the sound muddy and booming-easily cured by turning bass levels down (not something i normally do!!) some reviewers find them heavy or hot on the ears-but not me. they also look good and are well made. you would have to spend a lot more money to get a better headphone.



5. Excellent audio quality for a good price! Very balanced in the whole frequency range. High tones are clearly reproduced, whereas the bass does not dominate. Can be recommended for all music lovers! It is worth its price.

No comments about Etymotic Research ER20-OSCa Beige stem High Fidelity Ety Plug Ear Plugs with Black Cord.

5 comments about AKG Closed-Back Foldable DJ Headphones - K81DJ.

1. These are exceptional headphones. The sound quality is on par with much more expensive sets that I have tried. They are really nicely detailed, very precise. The bass is a bit exaggerated, but it is quick and punchy. They are not thumpers; there is no bloat. It's just that the bass end is right up front. So they are not transparent, but they are really fun.
   
   The design is excellent. They are small and really light, but they somehow have the feeling of a solid build. They are really tight on even my small head, so big-head people might trouble with them. But I assume they will relax after use. Aside from the pressure from the tight fit, they are comfortable. The earpads feel soft and nicely placed, and isolate well. The cable is really long-- 7 or 8 feet, which makes it a little awkward for portable use. The cable is thin, like the cabling on a portable, but it's soft and flexible and seems sturdy. I think they look pretty hot too.
   
   They sound OK with my Cowan DAP but they sound better with more power. I will be using them at my (amped) PC where I spend a lot of time with music. I could easily see them filling in for my main headphones or for portables in a pinch. It looks like they are designed intentionally to be versatile.
   
   They're not quite full-time audiophile quality but definitely sweet enough to be the all-purpose backup in an audiophile's cabinet. I recently picked up Sennheiser HD280s for my lady, and these would have been a much better idea. Their sound signatures are very different, but they are equally good. The AKGs have a serious advantage for versatility, looks and fun.
   
   These headphones are a great value. They might be the best under $150.
   
   (I don't know how much I believe in the benefits of "burn-in," but in case anyone is curious, these are my impressions from the first three days' use of a brand new set.)



2. If you like tight bass, you'll love these headphones. They sound great with electronic music, rock, and rap/hip-hop because of their bass punch.
   
   The downside is that they're really tight fitting on both the ears and top of the head.
   
   The trick is to stretch them over something for a couple of days to loosen the pressure on the ears. The top is pretty short and can press down on the top of the head. To relieve that pressure, face the headphones together and squeeze the top near the "AKG" stamp on the head strap to make a bit of a "conehead" shape. Alternatively, you can just wear them with the head strap behind the head.
   
   It takes some effort, but they can become comfortable.



3. OK, so after spending $ on the Grado SR 80 and these headphones, I have concluded that not only am I not an audiophile, but that even iPod headphones suit me most of the time.
   
   These headphones, though, do have better base. I was listening to an mp3 with these on and the song sounded so crappy that I deleted it. What I'm saying is that the headphones are so good that they revealed the inferiority of the file. Because they're closed and have good, comfortable padding, the sound doesn't leak out. Also, outside sounds are significantly attenuated. I recommend them.



4. These headphones are absolutely perfect for me. I listen to lots of low-end metal (post-metal, doom metal, etc) and also black metal. I also listen to lots of post-rock. I couldn't ask for a better set of headphones at such an affordable price. They're quite heavy on the bass, so if you don't like much bass, stay clear of these.
   
   My favourite part, tough, is the noise-cancelling pads. Those are perfect for me, as I can hear my music totally clearly when I'm playing drums along with my iPod, trying to learn songs. The sound is crystal-clear and very, very nice.
   
   They also come with an adapter that you screw on to the 1/8 inch input to make it 1/4 inch (to plug into a keyboard, mixer, etc.)
   
   I highly recommend these to anyone looking for some great headphones at an affordable price.



5. The other reviewers have hit these points and I have to agree. They are efficient enough to use with my MP3 player, but I do have to turn then up more than the Sonys that the cat destroyed. I wanted a pair that would block out external sounds (which is why I didn't get the Sennheiser PX100's) and these definitely do. The sound, and the construction is just solid. Bass? Definitely! - But I found I had to change the equalizer setting to boost the high end - they weren't as sharp as I'd hoped based on some of the reviews.
   Fit - Tight, really tight. I have a long head, but not extremely wide and still, despite some headband manipulation, are quite tight and my ears get warm. I can do about 30 min and then I need a minute w/o them to continue listening.
   So I have to give them a 4 - a quality product, but I'd like them to be less tight. I have tried some of the suggestions in the reviews but with limited success. I'll keep trying, because if they were less tight - they'd be hard to beat for the money.