1 comments about Radius Atomic Bass - Headphones ( ear-bud ) - violet.

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3 comments about Wireless Ir Headphones with Transmitter.

1. The sound is decent, the drawback - no power adapter included in the set (12V DC) and no power input jack, only 2 bare wires hanging loose. Gave me a run around to get a transformer first, then I had to go to Radio Shack to spend additional $10 for female transformer jack connector, solder it to the wires.
   
   Also, there is no mention on Amazon or the Pyle web site about the receiving range - it's only 6 or 8 meters max.
   And, there is no real manual for this product yet, just small flyer type of paper included with basic info. No PDF product manual on the Pyle web site is available yet too.
   
   Otherwise, the headphones work well with a decent sound coming out of it within the specified range.



2. Works right away with my overhead monitor with IR. Smooth transaction. Nice vendor.



3. Very good product. I ordered this set to use on my home television. I used a 12VDC transformer I had from a previous product, spliced it onto the pigtail power leads, connected it to the TV audio output, and am very happy with the results. This unit is intended for use in a van or auto, but it is also an outstanding choice for in home. The sound quality is faultless.

1 comments about Sennheiser PC 35-S Double sided Stereo Telephony Headset.

1. It is hard to get excited about something that has no emotional appeal and is simply functional. They are as advertised and work nicely. No defects and seem to be priced right but nifty or leading edge they are not. Three stars may seem to be harsh but 5 stars should be exceptional and by my definition functional doesn't get 5 stars.

5 comments about Shure E5 Sound Isolating Earphones.

1. I play in a hardcore metal band and eventually got tired of not being able to hear for 5 days after a show, so i went on a search for the best sound isolating headphones i could find. Not only are the E5's the best at isolating sound, but they also sound amazing. It sounds like you are sitting right next to the person playing the music you are listening to. The sound isolation is so amazing that when a person is sitting right next to me i cant hear them sneeze even when the music is not playing! They are very lightweight and extremely comfortable. All the little extra plugs it comes with ensures that you will have a comfortable and secure fit no matter what activities you engage in. When using the triple flange tips it is actually hard to pull the plugs out of your ears! Thats just how secure they can be. I would definately reccomend these earplugs above all others for professional or recreational use.



2. I first ordered a pair of Super.fi canal phones (they were cheaper than the E5c's with similar specs) but returned them after two weeks when I discovered a crack in the casing on one of the phones. At that time I simply wanted a replacement for what I had but they were backordered so I decided to cough up the extra cash and get the E5c. It was definitely worth it. Both of these models have 'memory wires' coming out of the canal phone body that is designed to be looped up over the top of the ear thus securing the units in place. On the E5c models, the part that fits into your ear doesn't stick out away from your head nearly as far (which looks better unto itself) and that also keeps the memory wire closer to your ear making for a smoother (easier to insert and more comfortable) fit.
   
   As with any canal phone, sound reproduction is very dependant on the fit you can get in your canal. I was able to get a very good fit with the enclosed assortment of rubber, plastic and foam tips, better that I could with the Super.fi models. Additionally, I found the sound isolation to be very good. I like to take these to the gym with me when I run. My musical tastes are somewhat different than that of the aerobics classes and with these it is no problem to tune out the (loud) background without killing myself with volume. I have not had any trouble with these staying in my ears and sealed while running or while riding my bike even at interstate touring speeds. With the Super.fi model I had some fit issues because on occasion they would slip out of my canal.
   
   As far as sound quality, I found these to be nearly flat. They are not too heavy on the bass but are definitely capable of reproducing nice lows if tasked to do so (again, you must have a good seal). Some popular Blackeyed Peas provides a nice demonstration piece and it sounds great! Volume on these guys is a bit of an interesting story. I like loud music (Metal, thank you very much) and for most headphones I could tell you exactly where the volume limmit is, but not these. I have had them up quite loud and I heard no distortion however, on a regular basis I find myself NOT cranking these up nearly as much as other phones that I've used. I simply don't have to crank these guys. The reduction in background (outside) sound levels combined with the fine reproduction of the E5c's translates to: I can get the musical quality that I am looking for without maxing out my source, which is not a trivial task on a motorcycle with straight pipes running down the interstate at 80 mph! Also, just for fun, try plugging these in to a monitor output and singing Karaoke. It gives you a whole new experience and these guys are right at home doing so. They are, after all, designed for musicians to use on-stage as personal monitors.
   
   Ok so the bottom line, if you are reading this review (and I know you are), and you are not satisfied with the quality of the discount store phones, these will make you happy. They will cost more than the MP3 player that you are connecting them to but they really are great little phones.



3. not too fancy when you take them out of the box (read: disappointing). difficult to get "personalized" i.e. the right earpiece (comes with a bunch) and adjusting the over the ear wire. BUT - when finished quite simply offer the best sound available



4. After you adjust to these which is very quickly you will discover what many sound engineers already have that SHURE is dependable quality and these make listening to whatever device you choose to use a pure pleasure, unless the musics bad.Best earphones I have ever owned and used.Since my other half has a full level of the property devoted to a recording studio with top of the line equipment and records music I hate these earphones are even better than the soundproofing we have.



5. I've read previous reviews about these baby's and they really do walk the talk.
   
   They honest really really are the best headphones because they deliver such clarity, response, bass, and it sounds like the artist is right there sitting next to you playing their music.
   
   Anyhow please be advised that if you are a very heavy music listener like I am...
   
   there's a good chance the headphones will start to tear.
   
   By heavy usage I'm referring to you listening to your music with these headphones more than say 14 hours everyday.
   
   And yes I mean everyday. Jumping in between breaks and walks to a college
   classrooms, lunch breaks, relaxing, sleeping and when someone or some event bores you and etc.
   
   Funny enough if you look at this .pdf file:
   
   [...]
   
   at page 4 there's a diagram of these headphones physically showing the TEAR I'm talking about.
   
   Its exactly to the left of the input connector (or number 4).
   
   Thats what happened to me...and now I might get charged a giant fee over a 100 dollars for that little tear that makes the headphones sound like total rubbish.

5 comments about Nike HJ080 Skylon Flight Metal 3-way Sport headphones.

1. My first pair of headphones for my new iPod were the Sennheiser OMX70s. Out of the box I loved these headphones. The color and the build were both very appealing to me and very cool. However, once I started to workout on the treadmill, they began to fall out of place.
   
   I could not live with that so I returned then and tried the Nike Skylon headphones. All I can say is "WOW!"
   
   These fit my ears perfectly and sound great. Although some have complained about the weight of them, this has not impacted me. I wear them for 1 - 1.5 hours at a time and have not felt they were getting heavy or bothering me a bit.
   
   I would highly recommend these as a set of headphones to try.



2. I was so happy when I purchased these headphones that I told all my friends to go out and buy them. They were comfortable, attractive, and they didn't fall out of your ears when running. Since I am a runner a lot of headphones have attendancy to slip out when you get sweaty. I quickly became disappointed when I took them on the treadmill and realized that you are constantly getting shocked from the metal and the tread from the treadmill. It doesn't really hurt but it definitely creates an annoyance. The other problem is that after about 2 months of using them with my ipod the wire connection started getting disrupted and the music would go in and out to the point where I thought my ipod was broken. When I told a friend who also has these headphones that my ipod was broken she mentioned that the same thing had happened to her and all she did was switch out the headphones. So my excitement for these headphones quickly dwindled to disappointment and I am currently searching high and low for some athletic headphones that last.



3. I bought these headphones at Target for $50, hoping to get a comfortable, decent sounding pair of earphones... I was extremely disappointed, no, shocked, at the pitiful sound quality from these earphones! It was so obvious that I didn't even need to compare them against other earphones to immediately realize the lack of sound quality. I had already been suspicious when I noticed that Nike did not put any specifications whatsoever regarding the driver of the earphones anywhere on the box, and I quickly realized why. A good set of earphones should provide adequate bass... these immediately sounded "tinny". Upon turning up your iPod to maximum, the sound is completely distorted as if it's blowing out the earphones drivers.
   
   Next, I compared these headphones against my iPod Touch's factory earphones, a $15 pair of Sony over the ear style earphones, and an ordinary pair of headphones under $20.
   
   The $15 pair of Sony earphones, completely blew the Nike's out of the water. And I wouldn't say that the Sony earphones were good either, these were the cheapest Sony earphones that Target sells. That's how bad these Nike's were! Also, with all of the other "cheap" headphones, not one of them experienced the horrible distortion that the Nike's did when turned up to max.
   
   I returned the Nike's to Target about an hour later, so I can't comment much on comfort as I didn't wear them more than 10 minutes. I was surprised though to discover how HEAVY these headphones are, they're made out of metal. I would imagine the extra weight would be an annoyance to your ears, and would make them staying in place even more difficult when moving or jogging... I don't know that from experience though, it just seems common sense.
   
   So in summary, Nike has put an extremely cheap earphone component not worth a dollar, into a very attractive looking product. They have decided to sell you on appearance, and if you're like me you might fall for it. I should have trusted with my initial doubts when I noticed the absence of all specifications on the box. If you still want to buy these, make sure you buy them in a store and not online, so it's easier for you to return them.



4. I would give them 0 stars of that was an option. I am a serious runner and marathoner. I decided to splurge for the more expensive "sweat resistant" Skylon metal headphones. The first pair broke in less than a week. I bought a second pair. I wish they would break as well. Their weight makes them unusable for any rigorous workout. They might be ok if you jog slowly or walk, but not if you run. don't waste the money. Nike can (and should) do better.



5. I was in desperate need of a good-fitting, good-sounding pair of sports headphones for the gym, and ran across the Nike Skylon at my local Apple store. I really wanted a pair of headphones with an ear clip because typical earbuds always fall out of my ears when I get too sweaty or if the cord gets caught on something, which, as you can imagine, happens quite regularly during physical activity. My problem with clip headphones has always been that they just don't fit in/on my ears, so the fact that these are adjustable make these a HUGE plus. These things are adjustable in every dimension, so if you've ever had a problem getting them to fit like I have, I think you will be delighted with the Skylon.
   I have yet to get to the gym with them, but I have tested them for stability a bit (jogging around my house, hanging upside down, etc.) and I am confident that they will work better than anything else I have had. One complaint that I have seen many people have is how heavy they are. I would agree that the headphones themselves are particularly heavy, but I haven't found that to be a problem when I'm wearing them. In fact--I hardly notice that they're on. I've worn them for over an hour and they are more comfortable than any headphones I have ever worn--no pinching, clamping, or rubbing. I have a lot of ear piercings and this pair of headphones causes minimal interference with them. However, I can see them possibly being a problem if you wear glasses. One thing that I absolutely LOVE about these headphones is that they just sit in your ear rather than shoving them into your ear canal like many of the earbuds out there. I find this way more comfortable, and it decreases the worry about an ear infection from sweating into your earbuds.
   It's no secret that when it comes to high-performance athletic gear, Nike can't be beat. But how are they with audio quality? Not bad, I would say. I am more than pleased with the sound quality of the Nike Skylon, however I have never paid more than $20 on a pair of headphones before now, so I may not be the best authority on this. (The headphones I got these to replace are some earbuds that came free with my laptop and crapped out, if that tells you anything.) I have read some complaints about the bass quality with these headphones, but I was actually impressed with the quality of the sound at the extreme ends of the sound spectrum, so I suppose you'll have to decide for yourself.

No comments about Logitech Premium USB Headset 350 - Headset ( ear-cup ).

1 comments about Panasonic RP-HV21 Portable EarDrops Earbud Headphones (White).

1. I use them 5 times a week at the gym for the last 5monts, great so far.

5 comments about Coby CV200 Digital Stereo HP w/ Bonus Earphones & Carrying Case.

1. Really great headphones,I bought them to go with my Coby portable dvd player and Ipod.The bass they produce is awesome.The smaller headphones that come with it are okay,but the big headphones are GREAT!



2. To start, I actually don't see why so many people don't like the earphones. Of course their nowhere near as good as the headphones, yet still I was surprised on the bad reviews after i experenced it. The bass could improve, yet their still very good earphones. Which leaves me to wonder why people hated them.
   
   Now comes the real reason we bought this in the first place. The headphones are clearly incredible, even on the first try. If you say they don't block at least some sound off, either their defected, or your ears are. The bass is amazing and the headphones itself are really comfortable. Your ears may get sweaty, yet I haven't experienced this yet.
   
   Overall, this is a really great deal. The best part is it's under $10! (note: sadly, you have to add shipping) :(



3. For the price, these can't be beat. They are fairly comfortable, although after about an hour my ears got a little sweaty. The sound is great, and they cancel the noise of the bus I ride adequately to allow me to actually hear the radio. The earbuds are cheap and pretty much a throw away. They are ackward and less value than the buds that came with my mp3 player.
   
   The sound is quite good on the headphones with decent bass. If you are looking for a usable, and inexpensive set of headphones this is it.



4. Bought my first pair a couple of years ago. Sound is great. Couldn't believe they were Coby's. In fact, my cousin stole them from me and I had to buy a 2nd pair. Use them mostly in the plane. Noise cancellation is great. Definitely worth the buck. Bonus earbuds are bogus.



5. Very nice sound. Attractive appearance. An incredible buy. Good cable length. I bought one for a friend also.

5 comments about Denon AH-D1000K Headphones (Black).

1. The last time I went shopping for hi-fi headphones was back in 1982, when I purchased the at-the-time mid priced leader Yamaha HP-1, an on-the-ear open back headphone. I still have them. Compared to the Denon AH-D1001S they sound muffled, veiled, and ill-defined in the bass. The only attractive aspect of the HP-1 is a natural lower midrange, but nothing else about them can compete with the Denon in terms of clarity, accuracy and neutrality. At nearly the same time I owned the Stax SR-84 (SR-80 headphones plus SR-4 partnering amplifier), an electret design that represented very high quality in headphones at the time. Compared to the Stax's, the Denon has nearly the same level of transparency across the frequency range but much more satisfying - and accurate - bass. It's mainly about "balance" and the Denons show this to be its trump card against other headphones.
   
   The Denon AH-D1001S (and the other D1001 versions that are simply color scheme changes) quickly gets your attention with a transparent and fast sound. It has the ability to follow complex music passages and at the same time is revealing of subtle details within the mix. The upper midrange is very slightly forward sounding, giving a lighter sound when balanced against the bass, but this is not a detraction from the overall enjoyment of music and does not depart too far from accurate balance. If, like me, you want accuracy (and not on-the-go pop-flavored "fun" sound that becomes fatiguing) for which to gain the most your recordings have to offer, the bass from the Denon AH-D1001S will have you grinning. Like most around-the-ear sealed back headphones these will give good reach into the lowest octave but without the uneven, tubby quality typical of this type of 'phone.
   
   Recording after recording I appreciate the highly revealing nature and transparent quality in the bass. It is easy to distinguish between Bass Viola and Cello. Want to follow the seismic bass at high volume from rock band Tool? The Denons will put you there. Want to savor the turgid pulsing keyboard lows from Laurie Anderson? You'll find them glorious through the Denons. The highs are appropriately delicate when the music calls for it and give good sense of air and transparency and are well balanced against the rest of the frequency range.
   
   While overall you can't say the Denon AH-D1001S sounds as transparent, lithe, fast and detailed as say, a high end Stax electrostatic headphone at 5 times the cost, the Denon does a very respectable job of allowing a close look at the music artist's and recording engineer's intent without missing important recorded detail.
   
   If anything leaves me questioning the Denon's ability, it is a minor veiling of the midrange that doesn't allow one to explore, say, the finger skin rubbing on stringed instruments. However, I never feel wanting for more musical involvement - I enjoy all my recordings and have no urge to run out and find a better set of headphones.
   
   The Denon AH-D1001S is involving, natural and detailed with an extended, robust (though neutral and controlled) bass. One caution - the Denon needs at least 60 hours of break-in time to eliminate a somewhat dimensionally flat and un-dynamic sound.
   
   Comfort has been the reason I have never joined the hard core headphone listener's camp. It seems no headphone has been comfortable enough to listen for more than an hour or so. While the Denons took a little tweaking for me to find "the right spot" for comfort on my head (the top band needs to be slightly toward the front of my crown) and I needed to bend the top band slightly to remove pressure on the top of my head, they are nearly comfortable enough to forget I am wearing them. I find them very comfortable. Some may find them slightly confining around the backs of the ears (like me) yet it is possible to find a position to accommodate. (My solution was the forward-position of the band on top of my head.)
   
   I can't speak to their portability for use as high-activity headphones, but they appear robustly built and will be an easy amplifier load for small battery powered music devices. These Denons will play very loudly with minimal power. Those with smaller heads may find it a challenge to keep these on while running.
   
   I also appreciate the included 11.5 ft. extension cord included and 1/8 in. female-to-1/4 in. male adapter.



2. I bought these after reading many reviews on the Bose Triports, Sennheiser HD-280 Pros, and Grado SR80s. The Denons offer the best sound according to nearly every review I read as well as have a comfortable fit and durable construction.
   
   It definately took a few weeks of solid listening for these to break in. Out ofthe box the bass was twangy and weak, but after given ample time to break in the low end filled out nicely. The AH-D1000s play very low and accurately, but they will not provide the excessive amount of bass that most young people like.
   
   I have no complaints on the midrange or highend performance of these cans, they are clear and precise to my ears for all music genres.
   
   What I do like is the hybrid design that Denon came up with for the enclosures, it's as if you get open-canned sound with the dampening and privacy of closed headphones. They don't block out as much sound as other closed designs seem to, but they do enough to make a difference. They are also very comfortable. The leather is soft, thick, and supple and the padding is firm and relaxing. Some have said the grip is too strong, but I have found after about ten minutes with them on, I forget they are there. The extra long cable extender and 1/4" adapter are a great bundle to make this a great deal for the best sound, comfort, and affordability out of any other headphone out there. Denon hit the bullseye on the AH-D1000s in my opinion.
   
   I listen using my computer with an Auzentech X-Fi Prelude (National LM4562NA op-amp) and from my Zune when traveling (volume levels are adequate).



3. If you're looking for some good headphones at a good price, I suggest these hands down. I don't think I've ever been happier with headphones so far. You get great sound, good noise cancellation, as well as an extender and a bag for it all!
   
   If you buy these hopefully you'll be as happy with them as I am. :)
   
   5/5



4. Note: If you don't feel like reading the whole review, just read the notes after each paragraph.
   
   After doing a few days of research on audiophile forums, and reading across headphone reviews, I decided to get the Denon AH-D1000K headphones. http://www.head-fi.org/ does a great job on comparing the Denons to other headphones, so definately take a look over there to make sure these are what you're looking for. Many people might find it confusing that Denon also makes a D1001 model. I have seen both in person, and they are physically identical (except the D1001 is labeled D1001 of course). The only difference is that the D1001 comes with a nice carrying pouch.
   
   On to the review.
   
   Overall Sound Quality:
   Straight out of the box, the Denons sounded decent, very mellow tones overall, with superb trebel, but the bass was a bit lacking, and the soundstage was confined. However, they do blow just about every other closed pair of headphones in this price range clear out of the water.
   
   However, after a good 60 hours of listening at moderate volumes, the difference was remarkable. (You may find that most people who have reviewed these headphones wrote their reviews from initial out-of-the-box impressions, and therefore misjudge the sound.) The soundstage opened up, the trebel became even more detailed, the midrange was perfect, and the bass was stunning. Tests were conducted across a broad range of music: Etro Anime, Weezer, The Flashbulb, Radiohead, Sigur Ros, Cut Copy, and other good quality rock and electro sounded the best, and allowed for the headphones to produce the widest range of frequencies. All of the music I tested the Denons with is encoded in lossless FLAC, and played un-amped through my laptop, which has a pretty decent sound card. I must stress how important it is to use good quality music (i.e lossless, or above 192kbps), when assessing sound quality for headphones.
   
   Cliff's notes version: Denons sound great for Rock/Electro. Use FLAC.
   
   I also have a pair of Bose Triports to give a good comparison for what most consumers would consider "good sound". (Don't buy Bose by the way, they are overpriced, and as proven here, better sound can be had at cheaper prices.) Both heaphones are closed and circumaural, and roughly in the same price range, so I thought the comparison would be helpful to people who are shopping around. For this test, I used the same source (laptop), with the same music at equal volumes. The Bose Triports had thumpier bass, but the trebles were a bit muddied, and the overall soundstage felt a bit cramped. The Denons had much smoother bass (I guess you could describe it as less distracting?), but by no means flatter, and the trebels were much more detailed and clear. The Denons also had a much larger soundstage. In a few tracks there were sounds that I thought were coming from behind me, which made me instinctively look back, even though I knew the sound came from my headphones.
   
   Cliff's notes version: Denon > Bose.
   
   For most closed headphones, the sound is described as tinny, or as if you were listening from inside a bucket. This is not true for the Denons. For most closed headphones, the sound attenuation is quite good, and you can't hear much from the outside. The Denons aren't great for blocking sound from coming in, but little sound leaks out. This is where you, as the consumer, should think a bit about what you'll be using the headphones for. I use the Denons mostly at work, so I really appreciate that no sound leaks out. I don't really mind the sounds coming in either (which are only noticeable at low volumes, or when no music is playing.) If you really don't like hearing outside sounds, or primarily want to listen to music say, on public transportation, or in other loud environments, the Denons are not for you (or any open headphones either for that matter). For those users, I would recommend browsing through some in-ear-monitors (Shure, Ultimate Ears, are good), as they block out sound by literally not allowing it to pass through to the ear drum. I personally don't like noise cancelling headphones, as they cancel noise by emitting counter frequencies, that for some reason give me a headache after prolonged use.
   
   Cliff's notes version: Denons don't block out sound very well, but neither do most closed headphones. If this is a must for you, go look for In Ear Monitors, as these are the best compromise.
   
   Overall sound quality: 9/10.
   
   Comfort:
   You will not find a single review anywhere that describes the Denons as uncomfortable. Simply put, the Denons are the most comfortable headphones I have ever worn. I wear them to work, listen about 5 hours a day continuously there, and I barely feel that they're there at all. The earpads are made of soft pleather that envelopes your ears with soft squishy goodness. I have a pretty average sized head, and the Denons fit perfectly (even without adjusting the size).
   
   Cliff's notes version: Your ears will thank you.
   
   Comfort: 10/10.
   
   Build Quality:
   Overall, I would put the Denons on the more fragile side, as I wouldn't feel comfortable throwing these into a bag to carry somewhere. The size adjustment mechanism works well and the overall build is great, but as I noted before, they would probably break if thrown around. On the other hand, the connector is superb, and the cable looks like it would withstand heavy use quite well. As with any good piece of equipment however, as long as you take good care of it, it should serve you faithfully.
   
   Cliff's notes version: Will break if sat on.
   
   Build Quality: 8/10.
   
   So there you have it. The Denons are a great pair of headphones if you are looking for closed circumaural cans to be used in a quiet setting. You will not regret buying them. You will have happy ears. I hope this review was helpful.
   
   Total Score: 27/30



5. First of all, I normally write a detailed review (and normally make it independent of other reviews to be as objective as I can) but I found J. Gu's excellent review to describe better all I could say about it, so I'll keep it short and simple. I recently got Grados and I love their sound, but the open design allowed me to hear every bit of the window A/C in my room. However, I didn't really have the money for a really high end closed set and I'm starting to find IEMs to be too uncomfortable to be worth it so these days I just use my IEMs when on the go. I also did a little investigating and originally was kind of leaning towards the Sennheiser HD-280, but didn't like the idea of some of their sound response (though undoubtedly they'd still be amazing for a closed set at their current price.)
   
   When I looked these up though, I found their sound response curve to be amazingly consistent (normally there are a lot more peaks and valleys and normally they go further from the main curve -- for example, Grados have a sudden extreme response increase in a small area of the upper ranges then drop off quickly after that for a sound that many call "sparkly") and thought this described what I was looking for in a set.
   
   It turns out that I was right. In fact, I do believe I'm liking these better than my Grados, though they do have a rather unique sound that does appeal to me as well. The bottom line is that these have a very even clean response with little coloring to the sound (and by the same token can be boring) but to some such as myself this can actually be ideal. Certainly you can do better no matter what your preferences, but at the price tag that was on these when I snatched them up they can't be beaten by any closed set -- in fact, even now that they've gone back up to a more normal price range they are still hard to beat for a closed set without spending a pretty fair bit more... I've been completely surprised given their cost. Very pleasantly surprised. Don't get these if you're looking for a more "colorful sound" though.
   
   As for the isolation, it's roughly 10dB according to a somewhat official test not done by myself. I can't give you exact numbers. I can still hear my A/C droning on a bit in quieter moments, but these isolate enough that now it no longer truly distracts me from my music if I'm not concentrating on it. In particular, the isolation is enough to block out some of the worst of the extra noises it makes so that I mostly just get a regular sound that is easy to ignore. I wanted to compromise somewhat on the isolation and not try to get something too extremist at the cost of sound quality while still being able to block somewhat out and I think these Denons did the job nicely.
   
   Oh, and Denon rates these at 32 ohms. I've found that a GOOD DAP (that's digital audio player -- aka MP3 player though most these days are capable of so much more than just MP3s) can actually drive these pretty well. They still sound a bit better with an amp, but my Cowon D2 is able to get not just good highs, but good lows even out of these, which isn't bad for a portable player and headphones of this level.
   
   Note that the AH-D1001S is the same thing as the AH-D1001K, it's just in a silver/black color rather than all black.
   
   EDIT: Sorry, I accidentally posted a review for the AH-D1001S I bought on here. HOWEVER, I leave this review up because the AH-D1000S is just the consumer version of the AH-D1001S. There is no real difference between the two models other than that the 1001 comes with an extra carrying pouch (and believe me, the pouch is nothing special. I'd recommend something far more solid if you want to carry these around a lot.)

1 comments about Able Planet Lost Cauze Active Noise Canceling Gaming Headphones.

1. It fits over the ear which I thought was of prime importance. The noise reduction works very well all by itself. It is not large and heavy on the head. It folds conventiently. A small green LED lets you know you're draining the battery. The battery last a long time. The noise reduction makes the music a lot better.
   
   I would give it five stars if it had 'charged' back up versus tossing batteries. ( more earth friendly )