5 comments about Bose® QuietComfort® 3 Acoustic Noise Cancelling® Headphones.

1. I really like the Bose Quiet Comfort Headphones. They are fabulous and I especially like the Noise Cancelling. Only one problem with that though is I can't hear when someone is trying to get my attention.
   
   They really work great though and I am totally satisfied with my purchase. I would recommend these to everyone even though they are a bit pricey.



2. I received the Bose Q3's as a gift. No doubt about it, they cancel out the noise. I didn't realize how much background noise there is at my office but when I put them on all went silent. It is pretty amazing. Then I played some music and the sound is quite good. I can see how these would be great for car and plane travel. Nonetheless, I would not pay $350.00 (or anything like that) for them -- but that's just me. If you have enough use for them and don't mind the price tag, then I recommend them to you, they are exactly what they claim to be. (1 star reduced only because of the cost).



3. ...these are by far the best noise-cancelling headphones out there. Yes, they are expensive. Why? Because you get what you pay for.



4. ok, so the QC3 does reduce the noise levels. i bought mine 2 weeks back, and travelled with them on two 4-5 hour flights. the experience, however, was not exactly what i wished for. like somebody else has put her comments on the earache caused by QC3, i can vouch for it having experienced it first hand. i had traveled enough to say that i never had any issues before this, even when i was traveling with no earphones/earplugs.
   it might be coz of the fact that my ears are overly sensitive, quite possible. but for people like me, wearing QC3 on a long flight could be quite a really bad experience (the reason i persisted for hours with the earphones was that i wanted to make sure). i returned them 3 days back. when you goto the store and test them, make sure that you are absolutely comfortable with the pair, if you feel even little uncomfortable, believe me, it would be a lot worse in the actual flight due to the simple fact that you would be wearing them for long hours.
   
   if you have no issues with that, then you would find QC3 making your journeys a lot quieter for sure. on that front, the headphones do their job as advertised. my point of giving them two stars is the very facts that they were totally useless for me, coz the side effects i described, and i have to waste money in shipping them back (i moved to san antonio where there is no bose store).



5. I ordered the Bose Q3 because of all the good reviews I read online. The main purpose I purchased them was to cancel out all the office noise- mostly people on the phone or just plain chatting in office cubes next to mine. So the noise canceling feature was the driving principal here. In the office it did mute some things, like the click of the keyboard, the hum of the air conditioning vent, and it did soften most of the ambient noise. However, I could still hear those annoying chitchat conversations in the cubes across and even a few down from mine. Honestly, for $350 bucks I was looking for almost dead silence. Maybe my expectations were too high. I never tired them on a plane or listening to music, so I can't comment on that. So I returned them to Bose without any problem.

5 comments about Sennheiser PX200 Collapsible High-Performance Closed Headphones (Black).

1. The sound from the PX-200 is great. To me it's clean and bright with just enough bass to fill it out. Sound is highly subjective though, so it's best to demo any headphones in a store. What makes me prefer the PX-200 over other headphones at this pricepoint are a few key features.
   
   First, they're portable. The fold up design is sturdy, and allows you to wrap the cord around so that you're not left with a big tangle after storing them. Also the cord length is definitely for portable. It isn't strained between my pocket and head, and it isn't so loose as to catch on door knobs and things like that.
   
   Second, they're great for biking. I don't like to cover my ears when I bike on the street, so earbuds, canal phones and all of those are out. By turning the ear pieces, letting the phones hang around my neck, and cranking up my volume, I can still listen to music without blocking out street noise.
   
   The bad news is the same with all Sennheiser's I have owned. The soldering on the 1.5mm plug isn't great, especially the left one. This pair lasted a year before it gave out. I'd buy them again, but only because I've learned how to solder and fix that problem now.



2. My husband and I bought two pairs for a two week trip to Italy. Other reviews said they became uncomfortable and/or were difficult to store in the case. My husband and I both disagree. The design allowed for decent noise cancellation (we used them on planes, trains and hydrofoils) and the reverse problem of other people hearing our music was completely eliminated. My husband had his turned way up and I could never hear it even sitting next to him. We were pleased with the sound quality as well for a variety of music from classical to rock (with punk, ska and blues in between). My husband used his a lot more than I did and for probably up to 4 hours at a time without them getting uncomfortable. It took a little thought at first to get them back into the case but once we did it, it made sense and it was more convenient to store in our luggage.



3. I researched headphones for about 3 weeks that were under $75 for my Ipod Itouch that I can use at home or away mainly watching videos and listening to MP3s with some infrequent travel on a plane. I chose the PX 200 based on reviews, features and the Sennheiser reputation.
   
   I received the PX 200 about 3 days ago and was truly impressed. I watched 2 videos and the sound and experience was excellent. The video sound was clear and made the experience truly enjoyable. The headphones are very comfortable and after wearing them for 3 hours, forgot I had them on.
   
   My music was exactly what I wanted - great separation, solid bass and the overall sound was excellent. The closed effects of the headphone does allow some external noise in but not enough to distract me and it is very quiet according to someone sitting next to me. The case is excellent and it really only took me one time and about 1 minute to figure it out. The case is a real plus.
   
   Overall, I think the PX 200 is remarkable for the price, sound, ease of wearing and overall quality. If you are looking for an excellent headphone for under $75 that works extremely well with an Ipod or Itouch, I strongly recommend this.



4. I got a pair of these headphones after feverishly searching for a solid pair of headphones that provided good sound and un-compromised reliability and portability. At that time when I got them in June of 2003, these headphones were brand new release from Sennheiser with maybe 2 reviews on Amazon at the time. I went with my gut instinct on a new product and bought them. They were something like $40 brand new at the time. It's been 5 YEARS since and I still use them. Granted, the earpads are definitely aged with the vinyl coming apart. Sound sort of comes in and out of the left ear due to too much pulling and perhaps ripping of the cord. So now I only have sound coming through the right ear.
   
   Sound? The sound is very clear for a portable headphone at this price-point. Above-average mid-range. Average highs. Mediocre low-range. Unfortunately, there is a lack of bass, which becomes more aware depending on the location of the earpads to your ear. 4/5
   
   Portability? Heck yes. The best aspect of these headphones is its portability. Ingeniously designed and engineered has the earpads folding 90 degrees into a perpendicular shape against the headband. I've taken these on many airplane flights folded into its protective case. 5/5
   
   Durability? Up till about February of 08, I had been using these headphones on an almost daily basis for 4 1/2 years. Throughout that time, there has been at least 30 times where I didn't realize the cord was too short and tugged or pulled on the cord. I certainly didn't expect them to last over 2 years with this constant abuse, but they did. Praise to the construction of the metal headband and solid hinges. 5/5
   
   Drawbacks? the bass and the cord. It'd reallly help if the cord were an extra 6 inches in length due to my own experience. But for those with an ipod, the current length should do well. Those running off a computer may have a bit more fits with it. The bass does lack some punch. Which in order to improve would probably compromise the portability and engineering of the headphone.
   
   Would I buy them again? In a heartbeat.



5. After reading the reviews here, I was expecting better. Highs aren't the best. They are comfortable though and if you're not that critical regarding sound, they just might get the job done for you. The case is cool.

5 comments about Philips HN 110 Folding Noise Canceling Headphones.

1. There's one misconception about noise-cancelling technologies; They do NOT cancel out ALL noises. They cancel out continuous tones (as opposed to continuously varying, such as speech). I use these for my travelling and they work an absolute treat on the aircraft. I also use them when working at my desk, and they cancel out the hum of the laptop and printer fans. Unfortunately the kid's arguing still gets through :-)
   
   They fold up and are stowed away very nicely in the bag supplied. Battery life (1x AAA) is great, lasting two 8 hr flights without an issue.
   
   They certainly aren't Bose, but neither's the price. These have proven so worthwhile that two of my friends have also purchased a set each and they are very pleased.
   
   Also, even without the noise cancellation circuitry on, the headphones still produce good sound like any other standard over-the-ear headphones, albiet not without any ambient noise.
   
   The headphones do cover the ears and are very snug. Those of you with bigger than average ears and heads may find them a tight fit, but I'm by no means of small build and I find them fine.



2. I really like the product its very practical, because it folds so you can put it in the bag and take everywhere. the desing is confortable it fits all heads. The noice cancelling works in about 60%.



3. I had a pair of Kenwood over the ear headphones for about 10 years that worked beautifully - but wear and tear finally wiped them out. The Philips HN 110, which cost about $20 more than my Kenwoods (which admittedly would probably have a price on par now with the HN 110) come nowhere near the sound quality of those Kenwood headphones.
   
   The 110 is fairly comfortable, particularly the padding which is quite nice. I do feel like the headphones sqeezed my head a little too much though, although I've been cursed with a pretty large head so I'm sure most people would not have this problem.
   
   The noise reduction is pretty decent: there's a very noticable change when you turn it on (note that the headphones use one 'AAA' batter to power the noise reduction). I've never had a pair of noise-cancelling headphones before, so it's hard for me to do any sort of hard comparison but I think it's fair to say that I was impressed with the difference in outside noise when the reduction was turned on.
   
   My major problem with these headphones is that the actual sound quality is pretty horrible. The highs seemed to be okay, and they'd probably be great for using while watching TV/Movies etc., but as far as music goes they can't handle any sort of bass. And no, I wasn't listening to pounding rap music or something just good ol' rock/alternative music, and really not that loud. I realize that you can spend a heck of a lot more on headphones than this, but I still think that for the roughly $70 that these things cost they should sound a lot better. I'm taking mine back today.



4. I've had several over-the-ear headphones before and none of them have sounded as good or been as comfortable as these. I have glasses and these don't push against them. They fit my ears very well and are adjustable so they can fit any one. They have very good sound for the average person, however if you want to use them profesionally* I would suggest Bose. Overall I find them to be fantastic.



5. First off, I would like to say that the service and pricing at Amazon are excellent. My order arrived on time with no delays. Also, the price I paid for these headphones was much less than any other retailer. In fact, Best Buy has these same headphones for $69.99. These are the first noise canceling headphones I have owned. My only previous experience with noise canceling headphones was trying a friend's Bose headphones. The Bose do cut out quite a bit more outside noise, but I don't believe that it is worth the extra price for my purposes - almost exclusively for use at home. I could see where the Bose would be worth it if you travel a lot. The sound of the Philips HN110 Headphones is excellent - almost as good as the Bose. I have tried the headphones with my laptop and my Sony STR-DG820 Receiver. The sound is very clear from the laptop with little to no static - depending on the quality of the feed. I have watched quite a few movies and TV shows from Netflix online and the sound is excellent. I do receive a little static when listening to some of the Sirius stations online. The Philips headphones shine even more when using them with my Sony receiver. The sound is very, very clear with the bass being extremely solid, but not overpowering. I have listened to a couple of movies from a Samsung Blu-Ray player, DirecTV HD receiver and even tried it with my Xbox 360 - all through the Sony receiver. For the price I don't believe I could have found a better set of headphones for my purpose. Now I can watch a movie/TV show on my laptop while my wife watches her shows on our TV. The only issue I could see, for some people, might be the comfort. Though I find the headphones extremely comfortable because they fit my head and ears perfectly. If you're looking for a great set of headphones for a great value (less than $40.00 on Amazon) look no futher than the Philips HN110 Headphones.

5 comments about Sony Mdr-As50G Active Style Spiral Neck-Band Headphones (Silver).

1. These headphones are really good for working out. They stay on your head, sound good and the cord stays out of the way. I have used the Shure E2c headphones which are $99 or so for a year now, and they have superior sound and fit. The problem with them is that they have a freaking 4 foot cord and it gets in the way constantly. These headphones are far preferable for working out, though the fit is... interesting. They wrap around your head and fit snugly, however I find the ear piece slips around my ear and I am constantly adjusting them to make it less annoying. Stil, with the short cord and stability of the ear piece, this is a great product. Maybe I just have a massive head.
   
   UPDATE: I do have a massive head.



2. I have tried other behind the head headphones from Sony, but these are the best. The flexible design stays close to your head/neck, and does not get in the way when using a weight bench. Lying down, sitting up, running...I've never had to worry about them staying in place. Short cable is ideal for using an MP3 player on your upper arm. Sound quality is very good and the multiple sizes of earbuds are useful. Got them on sale for $35, so it's a shame to only see them selling near their $50 retail price now!!!



3. I was looking for a 2nd pair of headphones (1st being Shure e420) for use at the gym. I have damaged my Shure's from sweat. After having them replaced, i set out to find something that can stand up to the 3-4X's a week work out. After researching all the available options, i selected these Sony behind the head headphones. They are comfortable around the head and don't move during use. The only reason I don't give these a 5 is the ear buds take some work to fit just right, but you can get there. I am a little spoiled from the Shure, so i have to adjust to a different fit. At the gym, I most often listen to books on my iPod. The sound quality is very good, when you get the proper fit. If you don't, there is a little sound leakage and you have to crank the volume up to full.
   So far, I have to say I am very pleased with the Sony's. They did a great job on "wire management" and you can use the short cord for use with an armband or the longer cord if you need the extra length. I have not noticed any wear as of yet, but even when they do eventually break, it's $50 not $300 (Shure).
   I would recommend these to anyone and will likely buy another pair when and if these eventually break.



4. I was extremely pleased with the way the earphones stayed comfortably in place when running or using the jump rope. The moment of shock came when I completed my run and realized that I did not stop once to make any adjustment. Can't say that they are the greatest sounding earphones, but for the money and the comfort, I have no right to complain. I won't hesitate to recommend these earphones to anyone with an active lifestyle.



5. I have only had and used these a few times at this point (cycling and yard work), but they have performed well thus far. When cycling I only have the left earbud in place and it has a tendency to pull out of the ear slightly becuase the right one isn't in my other ear. When both are properly in place they function well and the sound quality is far above average with good bass response.

5 comments about Sennheiser HD-555 Audiophile Headphones.

1. As an avid gamer, I was looking for some great headphones to fill a void when I purchased a new computer with a high quality sound card; needless to say, this filled that void easily. I've been using these headphones for over a month now and the sound quality is excellent in-game, watching movies, and listening to music. Not only do they provide superior sound quality, they're amazingly comfortable and not so gigantic that they take up half your desk. And finally, they are open-ear, so they won't block out all outside noises, which I appreciate in case I do actually have to hear something going on around me, unlike the HD280PRO, from Sennheiser, which would block out all that noise.



2. Very clear, balanced sound. You hear every nuance. Open and light, i.e. not ideal if you want to cancel out ambient noise.
   
   Easier to wear than my Sennheiser HD212pro.



3. Awhile back, I decided that it was time to get a good pair of headphones for gaming, music, and other media. After weighing my options, I decided on buying these headphones. I am very satisfied with the choice I made. These headphones are very comfortable, are great for extended use, and often do forget I even have them on. The sound is incredible, the frame is built well, the cord is surprisingly lengthy, but the there is some minor sound leak that may bother someone right next to you. Other than that, these headphones are simply fabulous and I would really recommend them.



4. Almost everything that can be said about these headphones, has been said, so I'll keep this mostly to physical pros and cons
   
   Pros:
   The most accurate sound you can get for 100 dollars. Not up to par with my Beyerdynamic DT880's, but at one third the cost, you are getting atleast 3/4th's the sound (if that makes sense) so they are an excellent bargain. These are easily the best headphones you can buy at 100 dollars.
   
   The velour ear cups mean that the pressure applied to your head is very minimal, and these are indeed the second most comfortable headphones I've ever worn, next to the DT880's (I've had Grado's, AKG's, other Sennheisers etc) and the inclusion of a velour (I believe) head cushion means that the top of your head won't hurt even after hours of use.
   
   These cans are also very easy to drive from a PC soundcard, and even on my integrated sound card, they'll go to ear splitting volumes if I am so inclined. I bought these specifically because my beyer's can't be driven by my computer, and I got sick of having to move my headphone amp between devices (Between Ipod, computer, etc).
   
   The Bad:
   
   An all plastic frame makes me think that one good drop might be the end of these headphones. The ear pieces are attached to a swivel joint (for comfort, which does help) but the joint is plastic as well, so it's not hard to imagine it popping off. I may just be worrying too much though, because I have a pair of all purpose koss headphones that are entirely plastic, and they've lasted atleast 10 years (though they sound terrible in comparison)
   
   I said these were the second most comfortable headphones I've ever worn, and while that is true, there is one caveat; Even though they are comfortable, my ears are too large for the space provided (the velour sits around the ear, with your ear inside) so my ear presses against the outside of the ear pad. Not a huge deal, and not nearly as severe as with other headphones, but still an issue if you have big ears.
   
   The biggest complaint I have is probably how much sound leaks in and out. I realize that these are open headphones, but even at low volumes, everything you are playing is easily heard by anyone in the same room (so these aren't good for dorm rooms, planes, trains, etc). I was expecting that, but I wasn't quite expecting how much sound is let in. My DT880's are also open, but they don't let nearly as much sound in or out as these Sennheiser cans. The sound of my computer fan is easily heard through the headphones if I don't up the volume a little louder than would otherwise be necessary (meaning others will hear it even more).
   
   There is also a lack of bass with these cans. Others have said it is balanced, but I would almost go so far as to say it's a little bit diffused. Using equalization though, this problem is quickly fixed (if you see it as a problem).
   
   One last con; These headphones come with a large (1/8th inch I believe) plug, with a very rigid 1/4th adaptor (the plug on your computer, compared to the plug on your stereo). This doesn't seem like a huge deal, but this type of adaptor is very prone to snapping and damaging your headphone cord. I'd suggest spending an extra 5 or so dollars and getting a flexible adaptor.
   
   As with all headphones in the quasi-audiophile range (audiophiles will tell you that these cans aren't neutral enough to be audiophile quality. They are close enough at 100 dollars though) you first need to evaluate your own hearing before you spend any amount of money. I have friends that can't tell the difference between my 300 dollar Beyerdynamic headphones, and my old 30 dollar Koss headphones. If you don't have really sensitive ears, you are better off buying the cheaper Sennheisers and saving yourself some money (the 202's, the 212's, etc). I'd suggest going to a local audio store and trying these headphones side by side with a much cheaper pair, and seeing if you truly can tell the difference between the two (and then coming back to buy from Amazon, of course). Also, if you don't buy a whole lot of CD's, and most of your music is compressed MP3's you bought off the net, or songs from youtube/myspace/whatever, these headphones won't help you and they may actually make that type of music sound worse because they will expose flaws in the recording that you wouldn't have been able to hear otherwise.
   
   In conclusion, these are the best headphones you can buy at 100 dollars, and unless you need complete isolation (if you do, I suggest the HD-280's for the same price), or you really love bass, or you have really big ears, these headphones are exactly what you are looking for.



5. Nice set of headphones for less then $100. I use them for watching TV through a Denon 5.1 receiver and the sound is very good. Seem to be very sensitive since I don't need to turn the sound up very high for adequate vol. Appear to be well made and are comfortable for movie lenght. I considered other brands but took a chance with these, based on good reviews, and I have not been disappointed. I considered wireless because I would prefer not having a cord but I have not been impressed with any I tried. They really can't reproduce surround sound but are very good for times when my wife doesn't want to listen to the program I'm watching.

5 comments about Sennheiser RS 140 Wireless Balanced Headphones.

1. I purchased these headphones for my father, and he loves them. He has impaired hearing in one ear and the balance control allows him to adjust the levels accordingly. His old headphones did not have this feature, and I was concerned about possible hearing damage to his good ear. Now we can all watch television together with the volume at a level that is comfortable for everyone. However, do keep in mind that these headphones are very effective at blocking out external noises, and it may take a bit of effort to gain the user's attention.



2. The product works good at distance but I am unable to hear music while riding my lawn mower.



3. I have the RS 120 set for home and wanted to get something for work that would isolate more noise. I couldn't find a good set of wireless noise canceling headphones so I decided to try these. They were able to remove the high frequency noises but the low frequencies (people's voices) were more pronounced than without the headphones. It was very annoying so I sent them back and have been using my RS 120 set at work instead. The RS 120's don't drown out the background noise as much but it is much more tolerable than having random low frequency noises.
   
   I didn't notice a difference in performance between the two so for the price the RS 120 set is a better buy and I actually prefer them as well.



4. I received mine as a gift which I appreciate very much.
   
   I feel I must warn people about a couple of serious design flaws I've run into with Sennheiser.
   
   My headphones are connected to my computer. Computers turn the sound off when not in use. These headphones note that the sound has been turned off and after a set time go into hibernation as well. Before doing so, regardless of the volume setting on the headphones, they emit four extremely loud annoying beeps. They are loud enough to hurt your ears and there is no changing or getting rid of it.
   
   They put the volume control wheel at the rear of the earcup. The pictures offered seem to intentionally hide this flaw. When I sit in my recliner the volume control wheel rests directly against the chair and the volume changes with the slightest movement of my head.
   
   The sound doesn't matter. The design flaws render these headphones unusable. I can no longer trust Sennheiser to test their products properly before offering them for sale.



5. When I first started using this headphone and experienced the static(inevitable with wireless headphones when it is a considerable distance away from the transmitter)in my favourite spot at my patio outside, I began to doubt my judgement for buying a rather expensive set, and the prompting of another reviewer urging us to go for a cheaper set began to haunt me, as I was rather dissappointed. But then I changed the channel from 1 to 2, and then to 3. Bingo!! The static vanished!! That is when I began to feel happy for paying a stiffer price, in order to own a quality product. Now I can also enjoy my music sitting outside in the porch, instead of being cooped-up in the house all the time.
   
   In front of the tv the sound is almost as good as the wired Sennheiser 280 which I also own. I do not mind sacrificing a little, for the slight difference in the quality of sound, as I am considerably compensated in terms of the freedon of movement that only a wireless headphone can provide! Now, mostly during the news hour, I move around to the adjoining kitchen and bathroom, upstairs to my bedroom, loosing very few words, (due to the inevitable static at some spots) from the mouth of the narrator( I suffer from moderate hearing loss, and have to use a headphone in order to catch all that is being narrated). Besides, by moving around, and taking my eyes off of the t.v., I can give my tired old eyes some rest!!(i.e.instead of being glued to the screen all the time).
   
   There is some exaggeration as to the reception of upto the distance of 150 feet. 100 feet is the maximum figure.
   
   May I also add, this CLOSED-EARCUP headphone, keeps out most of the spoken and fidgeted noises made by others in the same room, and beyond.
   And cutting out the high-pitched voice of a nagging, cantankerous spouse is an added advantage!! Yippee!! Big problem solved!!
   
   I am extremely pleased with these sets, and as always SENNHEISER NEVER LETS YOU DOWN!! I am also very happy with Sennheiser PX100 which are great value for the price.

5 comments about Etymotic Research ER6i Isolator In-Ear Earphones (White).

1. This product is so good at canceling noise out that my college children had no problems sleeping through noisy roommates and didn't even hear the alarm going off in the morning.



2. The headphones provide superb audio quality (not that I can compare them to the Shures). But i was never able to get them to be really comfortable in my ear. Maybe its a pitfall of all earbuds, or maybe just my ears. Maybe. Also, they get kinda gross and earwax-y after much use.



3. Product had great sound but the design made my ears sore after a short length of time. After a year, one side shorted out. Also, they are some nose made when the wires move or hit each other. Apparently it is a know issue and the upscale version uses twisted wires to each ear to reduce this effect.



4. I am really happy with the quality and comfort of these earphones. They work great while wearing a motorcycle helmet - even though after a few hours they make my ears a little sore. That is probably due to my ridiculously small ear canals and not the earphones themselves (even my custom ear plugs make my ears hurt). My husband bought a pair, and so did a few of our friends. We're all very happy with them. They come with several different sized rubber and foam plug options as well as a very nice, small carrying case. I really like the fact that they isolate outside sound so well - a must on my very noisy motorcycle. I use the smallest rubber plugs and I noticed they seal even better if you follow the manufacturer's recommendation and make them a little wet before inserting them. Kind of feels a little gross at first - not unlike getting a wet willy from some creepy, weird uncle, but it's effective nonetheless. My only complaint is the clip - it's largely useless when hauling down the road with the wind tugging at the wires. Overall, an awesome product. If I ever lose this pair, I'll most definitely buy a replacement set. Prices can range from 72 - 135 bucks, so shop around. Also, the white ones you can usually get for a few bucks cheaper (my husband has the black pair and paid a little more).



5. I use these ear buds everyday at work. I work outdoors with power equipment and the isolation is great. I don't have to run the volume so high.

5 comments about Shure E2c Sound Isolating Earphones.

1. I would avoid these overpriced and overrated headphones. I've had them for 2 years now and after a year of use, the right channel started to cut out at the jack, forcing me to bend the wire in various ways to make the right channel connect.
   
   And now after 2 years the rubber insulation has cracked and stiffened beyond repair, with wires exposed at multiple points. It's only a matter of time before the wire degrades completely and I will not be a patron of this company again.



2. Seller was very cordial, was out of the E2C, gave me next years version. I only use these to work out. I like the heavy duty feel. I know they will last a long time. A lot better sound than my $15. Sony's. But my $115.00 stolen Stennheisers had a better sound and Bass. Sound is good and bass is lacking. Good quality for working out.



3. They have several sizes and types of plugs. It is a challenge to get a good fit with any of them. They go in, but they work their way loose. I would try something and it would seem to work for a while, but eventually it would get too frustrating, and I would give up. Then I would try a different type and/or size of plug, but the same thing would happen. Compounding the problem is that the cord is very thick/heavy which pulls the earphones lose. Further compounding the problem is that they include nothing to clip the cord to your clothing.
   
   The packaging was so difficult to open, that I had to destroy much of it to get it open. I threw out the packaging soon after I opened it because it was in shreds, and I figured that I could learn to live with these. Two weeks after I bought them, I have realized that I can not live with these nor return them. I should have kept the packaging so that I could try to return them. But I doubt they would have given me a refund because of how badly mangled the packaging was.



4. I can never use any of the in-ear earphones (that come with most mp3 players, my ipods,iphones etc) as they fall off the ear in a few seconds. This is the first one that doesn't fall off.
   - excellent noise isolation
   - normal audio reproduction (not the best, but good enough for most people)
   - excellent fit for all types of ears!
   - nice packaging (the carrying case does have a spool that can cut through the wire, so be careful)



5. These earphones are excellent, they fit very well and they keep the outside noise out. I use them when riding my motorcycle and they are perfect!!!!!

5 comments about Sony MDR-A35G S2 Sports Headphones with Sweat Guard Mechanism.

1. I had this same product before and unfortunately left them on a plane. They fit well, block out other sounds effectively, and are easy to carry.



2. Yes, they are the BEST sport headphones; and yes, the new plastic DOES break easily. This is the 4th pair I've bought in 5 years because I can't find another that I like better. Puppy ate the first 2 pair and the 3rd pair are of the new cheap plastic and broke in my backpack. But YES, I'm buying my 4th pair!
   
   You can wear they for hours without discomfort and the collapsible feature makes them very handy.



3. I've used these headphones for jogging for three years now and have had no problems at all. Very good stereo sound for the money, and if you're reasonably careful with them, they'll last forever. If you fold roughly or sit on them in the car, of course they'll break. But I fold mine every day and keep them in a drawer in between daily jogs, and mine are still going strong. And even if they break now, for $15 I wouldn't hesitate to buy this product again.



4. There is nothing to say other than the title. These are the best, reasonably priced exercise headphones I have ever owned.



5. Dido what another reviewer said. I am a runner and have used these earphones for years. I had one pair that lasted about three years. Eventually I would ruin them with my rough handling but they fit well and had fair quality sound. When the pair I had for three years broke I could not find them in the store. I did find them on Amazon so I bought 3 pairs of them in case Sony was going to quit making them. None of the three pair lasted a month. they all broke at the hindge. Obviously Sony has out sourced these to some hack company that can't build quality products. I will now be suspicious of all Sony products.

5 comments about Sony Mdr-Ex75/Blk Ex Earbuds Headphones with 9Mm Hi-Sensitivity Driver (Black).

1. I use these with a iPod Nano for running. The length of the cord is perfect for connecting to the nano in an armband. The silicone buds are the same as the sony mdr-ex70 (my previous earphones) and are quite comfortable. They will stay in the ear no matter how sweaty you get when you exercise. Great sound of course. The sound is slightly better then the ex70. Really good for sealing out all ambient noise. Another bonus feature is that the plug is iphone compatible. I have used it direct to the iphone, but I prefer to use another product (made by shure) that has the mic with my sony earphones. There are honestly no major negatives to these great earphones. Do keep in mind that they need to be cleaned frequently to make sure they continue to sound good. The silicone buds are quite durable, I used the same pair on my ex70s for about 4 years with no noticeable degradation.



2. My old Sony earphones finally wore out after about 5 years. I had purchased some really nice Shure earphones for my wife so I used them for about 2 weeks to decide if I wanted some for myself.
   I finally decided these (much higher priced) Shures had great mid and mid high sound but I just didn't love them. I really wanted a "richer" sound with better lows.
   I decided to get the new Bose earphones but, at the moment I went to get them, no one had them in stock.
   I found these on sale for one day only at a better price than Amazzon so decided to get these as a "stop-gap" and do more research.
   Well, I was blown away! I love these things!
   I was afraid that the bass would be too "thumpy" but they are JUST RIGHT for me.
   The mids and the highs aren't as crisp as more expensive earphones but these feel (sound) very rich with fun bass.
   I'm no longer looking for an upgrade.
   I wear these earphones in my ears for over three hours every night and I find them to be very comfortable.
   I have been using them for about a month now and am very happy.



3. I bought these to replace my EX71s that died a couple days ago. Man, are these an improvement! Why?
   
   1. The sound: These seem to have a much more "real" sound to them. The highs are brighter, without being tinny, and the low end is punchy and tight. To me, these sound as good as, if not better than, the higher-priced Shure, Sennheiser, and Bose buds.
   
   2. The appearance: This set looks much better than the 71s. Not a huge factor in my book, but it may be in yours.
   
   3. The cord: These cords don't tangle as badly as the older Sonys did. They also abandoned the one-side-longer-than-the-other design, for the more traditional V-shape.
   
   4. The buds themselves: The silicone parts actually stay attached to the plastic housing on this model! (a known issue with previous models)
   
   5. The price: The bang for the buck factor on this set is at the top end of the scale. These $40 headphones compete with models 5X to 10X their cost.
   
   What you get:
   
   - 1 pair of headphones w/ medium buds installed
   - 1 2' extension cord
   - 2 extra sets of silicone buds (sizes Small and Large)
   - 1 plastic carrying case
   
   What you won't get:
   
   - Buyer's remorse!



4. I have been through numerous brands and models of earbuds. I recently bought the Ex75 with the 9 Mm drivers more out of curiosity than anything else. I immediately concluded that these were the best buy earbuds for the money. I use them along with my Grado-80 headset for iPod listening, and am still comparing them against my Grado-225 for non-compressed home stereo listening.



5. The earphones sound good - better than the standard Ipod earbuds in my opinion. The earphones block out surrounding noises reasonably well (good for blocking out noisy coworkers or for use on short flights), although nothing at all compared with noise cancelling headphones.