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12/16/09

Skullcandy SC-NC Proletariat Noise Canceling Headphones

Author: Social Media News | Posted at: 08:01 | Filed Under: canceling, noise, proletariat, sc-nc, Shopping, skullcandy |

Review Skullcandy SC-NC Proletariat Noise Canceling Headphones

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The Skullcandy Proletariat Noise Canceling Headphones were the winner of the 2006 Design and Engineering Innovations Award! This is a noise canceling headphone developed and priced for the masses. The Proletariat NC is our noise canceling headset built to reduce office noise, commuter train chatter, or airline engine sound - all while delivering crisp, pure audio. The noise canceling system works by reducing the amount of external haze allowed in while maintaining quality audio performance resulting in lifelike sound and full bass.
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Technical Details

- 40mm driver units for rich and powerful sound
- Travel fold design for compact portability
- Detachable, single-sided connection cable
- adjustable leather padded headband/Full size leatherette earcups
- Operates as passive headphone when noise canceling circuit is not activated
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Customer Buzz

"Tricky Description" 2009-12-11
By Erin Clinton (WA, USA)
I bought these thinking they'd at least say Skullcandy on them, but the packaging is so lame and has some cell company's name on it. Included with in the package was a crappy and little white piece of paper saying how they are MANUFACTURED by Skullcandy. I was very disappointed. Now I have to explain they are made by Skullcandy which is really cheesy.

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"BAIT AND SWITCH CRIME/OUT THE MONEY...DAMN!!!" 2009-12-10
By Kenneth S. Fishback
PACKAGE WAS SLOWER THAN USUAL TO ARRIVE. I ORDERED, AS THE SHIPPING LABEL INDICATED; 1EA. SCULLCANDY PROLETARIAT HEADPHONE SET. I ACTUALLY RECEIVED AMP'D MOBILE HEADPHONES. I KNOW THEY LOOK THE SAME AND MAY BE IDENTICAL. MY GRIPE IS THAT "AMP'D MOBILE HEADPHONES WERE OFFERED TO BROKERS/INVESTORS IN BULK FOR SEVENTY EIGHT CENTS PER PAIR A WHILE BACK WHEN AMP'D MOBILE WENT BELLY UP. THERE IS NOBODY TO HONOR THE ONE YEAR WARRANTY LISTED ON THE AMP'D MOBILE PACKAGE. I COULD HAVE EASILY PURCHASED AMP'D MOBILE HEADPHONES ON AMAZON FOR 1/2 THE PRICE IF THAT WAS THE BRAND STAMPED PRODUCT I WANTED. VIBE CELLULAR CUSTOMER SERVICE MAN BECAME AGITATED, LOUD AND OVERWHELMED ME WHEN I ASK TO PLEASE SPEAK TO HIS MANAGER. SCULLCANDY'S CUSTOMER SERVICE SAYS "THEY DO NOT KNOW ABOUT AMP'D MOBILE HEADPHONES BUT SCULLCANDY'S WOULD NOT REPAIR A PRODUCT THAT IS NOT THEIR LABEL EVEN AT A REPAIR COST. SHAME ON VIBE CELLULAR: #1 FOR FALSE ADVERTISEMENT...#2 FOR TAKING DOUBLE THE PRICE THAT AMP'D MOBILE HEADPHONES SELL FOR ON THE SAME AMAZON SITE...#3 FOR THAT RUDE SMART-TAILED BROOKLYN ATTITUDE I CAUGHT WHEN I CALLED. YOU OR YOU'S GUYS ARE SOME NASTY SELF INDULGING BEASTS!!!

Customer Buzz

"Makes BOSE Sound Like Crap" 2009-12-10
By V. Mitchell (Los Angeles, CA USA)
These are by far the most amazing headphones I've ever had. as a DJ and musician, I have a very good and sensitive hearing.

These speakers make you feel like you're on a dance floor live at one of the best nightclubs.

They're simply amazing!

I don't know about lasting quality of the wire and all (time will tell), but as far as quality and comfort, they beat out everything I've ever tried, including BOSE.

Customer Buzz

"BAIT & SWITCH RIPOFF!!!" 2009-12-09
By MNZ (The Woodlands, TX United States)
Ordered 2 SKULLCANDY noise canceling headphones from Amazon on Black Friday. Price was $24.99. The seller VIBECELLULAR substituted amp'd headphones in their place. (The very ones that Amazon was selling for $18)

BUYER BEWARE!

Customer Buzz

"DUPED AND DEFRAUDED" 2009-12-08
By Ranjana Pandey (San francisco, CA)
I ordered a Skull candy NC headphones for $ 24.99 on black friday deal and instead got the Amp'd Mobile headphone with a note from the seller "vibecellullar" stating that - 'this headset is manufactured by Skullcandy for Amp'd Mobile' . I cannot understand how that can be cuz the same set of headphones (the Amp'ds ones) are being sold on amazon for $ 18. This is purely and simply put a case of "DEFRAUDING" innocent consumers who expect a quality product and are instead handed down some cheap product.

The fact that amazon is unaware of the bait and switch being done by this seller is surprising and i wish they could ban the seller or take some stringent action against them for such fraud. These kind of sellers reflect badly on the reputation of amazon and atleast i will think twice now before placing any orders here. A lot of people besides me, who ordered the same during black friday week thinking it to be a great deal , got duped and have been vocal about it. I have contacte the seller and then filed a claim on amazon's claim file segment. I hope for sth positive there. So CAVEAT EMPTOR- buyers beware cuz vibecellular is involved in malafide transactions and don't be duped by them

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12/14/09

Sony MDRNC7/BLK Noise Canceling on-ear headphones (Black)

Author: Social Media News | Posted at: 07:59 | Filed Under: blk, canceling, mdrnc7, noise, Shopping, sony |

Review Sony MDRNC7/BLK Noise Canceling on-ear headphones (Black)

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Noise Canceling Headphones --- Reduces unwanted ambient noise by 87.4%, providing a quieter environment to enhance your listening experience. Foldable and swivel design --- Allows the headphones to fold up to a small and compact size. Dual use capability --- Allows for the option to listen to music with or without noise cancellation. This allows you to still beable to use the headphones as headphones when the battery runs dry. Plug Adaptor --- is supplied to connect directly to stereo or dual jack of in-flight music services.
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Technical Details

- Noise canceling headphones
- Reduces outside ambient noise by 87.4%
- Foldable and swivel design for easy portability
- Dual use - listen to music with or without noise cancellation
- Neodymium magnet delivers powerful sound
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Customer Buzz

"Can get great deals......" 2009-12-07
By Barbara A. Magliozzi (NY)
Just picked these up at Sam's club for only 29.99 and for that price, I figured a great deal. Wouldn't pay $50 as they aren't that good and sam's had the next level ones for $60......

Customer Buzz

"Great headphones for the price" 2009-12-01
By Vishnu Vyas Sethumadhavan (Los Angeles, CA, USA)
Great Headphones for the price. The noise cancellation works great in an office environment. It completely cancels out any noise in an office environment. However, the noise cancellation sometimes fails with loud noises (like a train passing through or bad traffic).

The build quality is not great but for the price, its awesome. Also, comes with a AAA battery in the package which means you can start using noise cancellation as soon as you get your hands on the headphones. Its very comfortable around my ears and the chord connecting the headphones to your ipod is long enough to give me good freedom of movement and not too long to make me trip over it.

Overall, this is a great pair of headphones and for the price, a good buy.

Customer Buzz

"Don't expect too much" 2009-11-26
By JCP (NJ)
Sony products rarely dissapoint me but these headphones are not very good. I will not get into comparing these versus higher end models on the same brand or its competitors but I simply do not think they perform good enough for what they are marketed for. I used them recently in trips NY to CA and NY to NC and the limited noise cancelling and low volume features are evident. These may end up in my 11 year-old's bedroom pretty soon.

Customer Buzz

"Bass Lovers Beware" 2009-11-24
By Jonathan L. Moon
Very Very comfortable leather pads. Produce a slight but tolerable warmth. Plastic frame is stiff and seemingly durable.

Produce a good quality bass and picks up low frequencies with clarity. If your're used to headphones with near deafening bass power then look at the Koss PortaPro or something comparable.

Extremely low sound leakage.

I don't really notice a difference between the powered noise cancellation and the cancellation engineered within the pads, however when its not powered it still blocks out a substantial amount of sound.

4/5 because i prefer headphones with ample bass production and in-cord volume control.

Customer Buzz

"good product for price" 2009-11-20
By Ronald R. Carrier
Great headphones for the price. Much better than another entry level noise cancelling headphone set that I previously owned. Sound is very good. Slight white noise sound when switched to noise cancelling function, but less than my previous headphone. Could use padding at top of head (mild discomfort). Have'nt tried on airplane but does a good job blocking out the television at night when my wife is watching in the bedroom. I am not an expert, but I really like the sound quality. I know there are some that may have higher standards, but I think most people would enjoy these headphones. I use them with my sansa clip mp3 player.

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12/12/09

JVC HANC250 High-Grade Noise Cancelling Headphones

Author: Social Media News | Posted at: 17:31 | Filed Under: cancelling, hanc250, high-grade, jvc, noise, Shopping |

Review JVC HANC250 High-Grade Noise Cancelling Headphones

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The new JVC HA-NC250 combines outstanding sound quality with advanced noise-canceling and isolation technologies to provide a superior listening experience. The HA-NC250’s noise cancellation circuitry includes feedback technology that constantly monitors the noise cancellation process. As a result, the headphones eliminate up to 85 percent of extraneous background noise. To further block noise, the HA-NC250 offers two JVC innovations that help isolate the listener from outside sounds. First, each earpiece employs a double housing structure for an extra sound insulation layer. Second, JVC developed a new technique for attaching the headphone’s smooth memory foam cushioned ear pads to the housing that helps isolate background noise. The smooth pads also enhance comfort. These sound isolation features, for which patents have been applied, are especially important since the HA-NC250 can be used with the active noise cancellation switched off. For the best possible sound quality, the new headphone uses a 40mm neodymium driver in each earpiece. For comfort and portability, the JVC HA-NC250 is one of the lightest headphones in its class, weighing just 5.3 ounces. It folds flat, and when folded is slimmer than most competing models. Included with the HA-NC250 are a slim carrying case, a four-foot detachable cord, airline dual plug adapter, and ¼-inch plug adapter for use with many home audio and video components. The headphones use a single 1.5-volt AAA battery for powering the noise cancellation circuitry. Battery life is rated at about 50 hours.
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Technical Details

- Advanced noise-cancelling design offers 85% noise reduction
- Double-housing design for extra sound insulation
- 40mm Neodymium driver
- Memory Foam cushion earpads
- Only 5.3 ounces
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Customer Buzz

"Annoying Hum!" 2009-12-11
By P. Colonni (NY USA)
I bought these after reading the reviews. I had a pair of Sony's that were just not that good. I purchased these as I now travel internationally at least monthly. I used these on a trip to the UK and were so annoyed by the hum noise when I switched on the noise reduction I had to use in the off mode. Also, there is no volume control so everytime the PA came on your ears got blasted. Maybe only a certain population can hear the hum or maybe others have learned to accept it but I just couldn't deal with it. I stopped by the [...] store and tried the new QC 15 on for demo. This was like night and day. Yes, they cost 3X but [...] will charge your credit card interest free over either 6 months or 12 months and ship free. My order arrives tomorrow.

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"2 pairs so far and they only lasted 3 days" 2009-12-09
By Jonathan P. Conley (Pittsburgh, PA)
I got these based on overall positive reviews here and elsewhere. After only a couple of days use, however, I started noticing an intermittent issue in which the noise canceling would cut out, usually when I would just slightly bump the side of the headphones. Some connection was being broken on the slightest movement. So I sent them back.

Fast forward to when I finally got my new ones. Used them for a couple of days, no problems. I only used them at the office and never dropped them so that was not the issue. Then, suddenly, the same issue appeared in the new ones!! I couldn't believe it! These are $100 headphones!

This time I am sending them back for a refund. Might have to go with a Sony, their stuff tends to be bombproof.

Customer Buzz

"Great value for frequent travelers" 2009-12-08
By B. Engdahl (PDX, OR)
I travel a lot for work, and just returend to the US from a trip to Spain and The Netherlands. Used them on the way over there for the first time and they worked great. I have what I would deem normal size ears, and only after wearing them for 3+ hours did I need to take them off for a few minutes to take some pressure off my ears. The noise cancelling worked really well, amazing how much of the engine drone you can lose by putting these on. I'd recommend for the money any day.

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"Very good headphones" 2009-12-04
By Occassional shopper (Toronto area, Canada)
I bought these headphones because there was too much noise in my work place and I could't concentrate on mentally difficult tasks. They work very fine. I haven't tried other noise cancelling headphones but these are pretty good.

These headphones have an on-off switch which is a plus. When the switch is on, they decrease the outside noise, especially background noise. The quality of music gets better, too. They take one AAA battery inside the right ear headphone. They have good strong base, they are light and comfortable, foldable, come with a carrying case and with different plugs to use in an airplane. When you turn the switch on, you still can hear outside but with a lower intensity. You don't have to turn the music high at all, so it's much easier on the ears.

I am only worried about battery installation in the long run because you have to pull one of the ear pieces out and then put the battery in and the snap the piece back. I don't know how durable will this plastic snap be.

So far, the battery life has been impressive. I use this every day and the battery easily lasts over a week.

The price was good, it was $100 USD plus another $50 for shipping and customs etc. It is still cheaper than a similar headphone bought in Canada. Besides, I couldn't find this model in Canada yet.

This is a very good product. I'm very happy with it.

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"Cheaper than Bose!" 2009-11-27
By Vincent Wu (New York)
Remember noise canceling means "noise" and not people's voices. As advertised, it does reduce noises and would make your music sound much more clearer and a bit louder. A plus is that you can use the headset without using the noise canceling when the batteries die. I trust batteries more than rechargeable headset parts because once its out of power, you are gotta wish you had a spare battery to use it. I must warn you that these headsets are not for active moments. When there is significant motion with the noise canceling on, you get a pulsating sound. The pulsating sound can be fixed by turning off and on the noise canceling. So overall, if you are a true music lover, I suggest these headsets as a cheaper version of Bose.

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12/10/09

Sennheiser PXC 250 Active Noise Canceling Headphones

Author: Social Media News | Posted at: 07:26 | Filed Under: 250, active, noise, pxc, sennheiser, Shopping |

Review Sennheiser PXC 250 Active Noise Canceling Headphones

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With all the latest advances in digital music and sound fidelity, should you be using those headphones that came with your portable MP3 or CD player? Here's a way to get the best possible sound - The Sennheiser Way. The Sennheiser PXC 250 is a closed, dynamic, supra-aural mini stereo headphone with NoiseGard active noise compensation (requires 2 AAA batteries). Due to their active and passive attenuation of ambient noise, they let you enjoy music even in noisy environments. The headphones are foldable and come with a convenient belt pouch, making them an ideal travel companion.
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Technical Details

- Active noise canceling for cutting out up to 25 dB of ambient noise
- Fold-and-flip design allows for compact storage
- Padded, closed earcups and adjustable headband
- 6-foot, Kevlar-reinforced cord
- Frequency response of 10 Hz - 21 kHz
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Customer Buzz

"These are great" 2009-11-25
By R. Morrison (SLC, UT USA)
These work well, especially for the money. One of the few headphones out there that can make an Ipod sound good.

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"Outstanding!" 2009-11-24
By PQueue (SF Bay Area, CA United States)
I have been interested in Sennheiser headphones for a few years now, since Consumer Reports has rated this as a 'best buy' for a few years. Now that I've used my set for the past month, I have been very excited about the quality. For my commuter train (BART - San Francisco Bay Area), it's very loud at times, but I only need to turn the loudness halfway up my new iTouch and I can hear my favorite radio talk shows or music. It amazes me that it blocks outside noise so well. I would highly recommend this product, especially if you don't have an extra $300 - $400 around for the highest quality headsets.

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"The perfect travel headphones for me!" 2009-11-19
By Twinmom (Kansas City, MO)
I bought the Sennheiser PXC 250 noise canceling headphones in December 2007 for my husband. We were going to be traveling a great deal and wanted headphones to use on airplanes. On Christmas morning I gave them to him and he gave me a Bose QuietComfort 2 acoustic noise cancelling pair! We both did research before selecting what each thought was the best noise canceling headphone factoring in many variables, portability, sound quality, comfort, noise canceling, etc. We ended up trading and here is why.

For me, the Sennheiser fits my head better and more comfortably. I can fall asleep, lying on them. My husband has a bigger head and the Bose are better for him. I like that I can turn my nose canceling on or off when needed so it is off in a quiet environment. The Bose noise cancelling is on all of the time. The buzz on the noise cancelling is louder on his than mine. I do not mind the battery unit on the cord. My husband has a more sensitive ear and claims that his Bose has a better sound. I like the smaller size and the fact mine fold; his comes in a larger, hard case that for me is too big for easy packing. I understand that the Sennheiser PXC 300 noise canceling headphones come in a case more like the Bose, and for this reason I am ordering another 250 to leave beside my bed while my first pair stays in my travel case. I use them in times of insomnia to listen to something or just on my head unplugged with the noise cancelling turned on to dampen my husband's loud snoring.

So you see, the best noise cancelling headphone depends on your own needs and your anatomy. If you can, try them on to see which feels best and sounds best to you. I highly recommend my Sennheiser PXC 250 pair.

Customer Buzz

"Great Phones." 2009-11-17
By Saul Jaramillo (TX)
These phones are great. If you're looking for noise cancelling headphones, give these a try. The sound quality is excellent, they do a great job of blocking out ambient noise, and i got them referbed for $50. The only negatives are that they do not do a great job of handling a lot of bass (Hip-Hoppers beware) and there is definetly a limit to how loud they get. Overall, a great purchase.

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"Sennheiser PXC 250" 2009-11-16
By duwayneh
Great overall value. The best set of headphones I have ever owned. I spent almost three times as much in the past for headphones that can't compare.

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12/7/09

JBuds J2 Premium Hi-FI Noise Isolating Earbuds (Black/Electric Blue)

Author: Social Media News | Posted at: 22:37 | Filed Under: hi-fi, j2, jbuds, noise, premium, Shopping |

Review JBuds J2 Premium Hi-FI Noise Isolating Earbuds (Black/Electric Blue)

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How can you make the #1 best-selling earbuds even better. Listen to your customers. The JLab engineering team took our customers feedback and ideas into the design lab and came out with a masterpiece: The JBuds J2. Building upon the legendary JBuds comfort and sound quality, we recrafted every component of the design to create a sleeker, more stylish earbud with devastating good looks, unbelievable sound quality, and ultra rugged durability. Looks to kill: Sleek, sexy lines, a smooth satin finish, and 12 show stopping color combinations take any MP3 player to the next level. Sound to thrill: A new, meticulously crafted sound chamber designed to perfectly resonate the wide range frequency response from our unparalleled Japanese cobalt drivers. You will enjoy a rich, dynamic soundstage that accentuates every detail of your music, with crisp, tight clarity and booming digital bass for every genre in your collection. Ultra rugged durability: The J2s incorporate thicker, premium quality cabling and heavy-duty flexible joints built to withstand rigorous daily use and carry you through the urban jungle without missing a beat. Generous 4.5 foot cable with Y-formation and ultra durable 24k gold plated jack for a premium lossless connection. Supreme comfort and noise isolation: Forget about those uncomfortable stock earphones that came with your mp3 player. The J2s sleek, smooth shape and 3 sizes of soft, silicone cushions ensure a perfect fit and seal inside your ears, providing sound isolation from exterior noises and allowing you to comfortably enjoy your music for as long as you like. Compatible with all portable audio devices and MP3 players, including all iPods (iPhone, iTouch, Nano, Video, Shuffle), portable gaming units (PSP, Nintendo DS), other mp3 players (Sansa, Zune, Sony, Creative), Laptops, CD players, DVD players, Radios, and MD. Recommended by CNET, MP3 dot com, and many others. Includes a full one-year warranty from JLab.
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- Premium sound quality, Compact size, Sleek design, and ultra rugged durability
- 3 sizes of soft silicone ear buds provide a super comfortable, noise reducing fit
- Rich, dynamic soundstage with crisp, tight clarity and booming digital bass.
- Works with every iPod, iTouch, iPhone, mp3 player, CD, portable DVD, PSP, Nintendo DS, MD, and Laptop
- Goldplated 3.5 mm audio jack for premium, no-loss sound connection to your audio device.
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Customer Buzz

"Great customer service!" 2009-12-08
By P. Rodriguez (Weehawken, NJ United States)
They pick up the phone in the first ring and sent me a new pair of headphones within 1 day, no questions asked! I could not have asked for better customer service.

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"My nephew really liked them for the sound and the fit" 2009-12-07
By Audry A. Patterson (So California)
I purchased a pair of these for my nephew in July 2009. They worked perfectly and my son really liked them for the sound and fit and I loved them for the price as he has lost a few pairs. A few days ago (12/09) the left ear bud stopped working. I went on Amazon to purchase another pair and noticed someone left a review stating they contacted JLab and received a replacement pair, albeiut in their case after a few month delay in the initial e-mail to customer service. I thought an e-mail was worth a try so I sent an e-mail on Sunday December 6, 2009. Less than 12 hours later I received a response "JLab stands behind its products 100%. I believe that your unit may simply be an isolated less than perfect unit, and therefore covered under our full one year warranty."

They asked for my Amazon order number and my mailing address and indicated a new pair would be sent out. While I do not have the new pair yet, the 12 hour response was amazing to me and demonstrates great customer service.

I am very impressed so far and will update thius once the new pair is received.

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"Purchased for use at the gym, vastly outperforms basic earbuds" 2009-12-07
By Brett Schandelson (Missoula, MT)
I bought these for one task only: to use on the machines at the gym. The in-ear design provides great noise isolation and gives decent bass response from such a small driver. I sweat on these things whenever they're used and they hold up well to my usage. I wouldn't recommend these for everyday listening if the quality of the music is important, but for the price, these make great commuter or exercise earbuds.

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"good for the price" 2009-12-06
By Irene Dezamacona (Ks, USA)
These are great earphones for the price, I use them for the gym and they work really good.

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"Is good" 2009-12-06
By simamora (California,CA. USA)
I like very good sound very nice and quality next time i need order again, Thank you

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12/5/09

JBuds J2 Premium Hi-FI Noise Isolating Earbuds (Black/Chrome Silver)

Author: Social Media News | Posted at: 23:43 | Filed Under: hi-fi, j2, jbuds, noise, premium, Shopping |

Review JBuds J2 Premium Hi-FI Noise Isolating Earbuds (Black/Chrome Silver)

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"What a Disappointment!" 2009-12-05
By D. Gilbert (San Francisco)
I had high hopes for these after reading so many positive reviews. Its true that the clarity is incredible and they are effective for blocking out most external noise while being reasonably comfortable. But the lows were virtually non-existent and they never opened up. They also proved to be inadequate for music on the go as there was considerable static when I walked and the cord rubbed against my clothes.

If you plan to use these at home ONLY and listen to classical music, then these are probably great for you. However, if you listen to any hip hop or reggae or any music with a lot of bass these don't cut it.

The final straw broke when they stopped working after six months due to a problem with the cord near the plug-in. Going back to my cheapie Sony's

Customer Buzz

"Great Earbud that don't tangle" 2009-12-05
By C. Melgoza
These earbuds are great. Comfort may become an issue but it is easy to adapt. The sound quality is good as I could barely hear anyone or anything else. To truly appreciate the earbuds use them in a quite in environment that is were they truly shine. Though the best part of these earbuds must be the NO TANGLES. Seriously for the course of 2 months they have never tangled, and trust me I am one of those people who just shoves them in their pockets. Every earbud I have used has tangled because I just shove them anywhere whether its a pocket, bag or backpack but these just seem not to tangle. Overall good product.

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"Comfortable Earphones" 2009-12-05
By R. Arroyo
These earphones are really comfortable. When I first got them and tried them on, I felt like they were going to fall out because I didn't feel the pressure against my ear canals. It feels like I didn't even have them on. Really good earphones. My only criticism would be that maybe it should have a tad more bass; other than that.. they're worth the money.

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"Not what I expected" 2009-12-04
By P. Probst
I realize the J2 earbuds are near the lower end of the JLab product line, but I decided to purchase after reading many good Amazon reviews for the J2. What I actually like most is the funky color I got - citrus orange. Other than that, they leave a lot to be desired and I'll explain why.

I've been listening to a music shuffle on my ipod containing all kinds of music for the past 3 hours after breaking the J2's out of their plastic sarcophagus. So far they have yet to come close meeting my expectations. And as I'm writing this review I'm continuing to log listening time on the J2's.

The overall sound quality after what is now approaching 4 hours of play is still is somewhat muddy or muffled. When I first plugged them into my ipod, it sounded as if I was listening through a layer of cotton. I figured they needed a break-in period and wasn't very surprised or disappointed. However, I expected a significant improvement at this point since they've been playing now for 3+ hours but the J2 has yet to hit that mark. Sorry to say, it's not even close.

Another area where the J2 also falls short for me is the thin cord. I wrap the cord over my ear from behind to help ensure a proper fit. The cord will just not stay on my ears! It is an annoyance for me because it is distracting having these wires moving around every time I move my head so I've given up on the over-ear approach. Also, the rubber(?) tips you insert in you ear are quite flimsy so the seal and comfort for me are both marginal at best. After about an hour, I changed the tip size but the change has not improved anything yet and I'm now at the 4+ hour mark (it's taking some time to get all my thoughts in this review).

I picked these up in order to have a second set of IE phones should anything happen to my primary IE phones, the Altec Lansing UHP326 Backbeat Series In Ear Headphone with Ultimate Ears technology. Prior to buying the J2s, I picked up the 326 and they've so far performed splendidly. I got them on Amazon for half their normal Amazon price so they ultimately cost me only $1 more than what I spent on the J2. The sound quality and comfort of the 326 is by far superior to the J2 (I had reviewed the 326 while the J2 was still sealed in plastic). For me there is a night and day difference between what were comparably priced products. The 326 for me is the superior product. Between the two, the 326 has a much cleaner sound and is the considerably more satisfying product.

The J2 in ear headphones are probably good for young kids or, for that matter, anyone who doesn't fully appreciate or need quality sound and wants a product above the cheapest low end earphones. As for me, I'll give the J2's to my 6 year old and look elsewhere for my 'new' spare pair.

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"Horrible High end, Ok bass" 2009-12-02
By Label (Indianapolis)
I'll be brief. I'm a pretty huge fan of music, more than just about anyone I know so my expectations may be a bit higher than many. That being said, I bought these despite the reviewers who claimed the high end was muddy, not very clear and the bass was ok because so many other people reviewed it and gave it good ratings - and - the price was right at the time.

However, I should have listened to the more critical reviews because they were dead on. I let them burn in over the weekend and then tried them out for a while. While they fit well and I've had no problems with the quality the hardware, the high end sound is very poor. It is muddied and there's a very big difference between the very nice set I have at work and these earbuds that I use when I'm at the gym most nights. The bass is fair, but doesn't blow me out of the water.

If you care about sound quality at all, I'd stay away from these. (Ok, that ended up being not so brief, sorry.)

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