With a potent blend of quality products and what seems like an almost ubiquitous marketing

With a potent blend of quality products and what seems like an almost ubiquitous marketing campaign, Bose had managed to persuade thousands of people to spend large sums of money on the company’s monster beat by dre
QuietComfort 3 and QuietComfort 2 noise-canceling headphones. While those models are mainstays in the business-class section of any aircraft, not everyone can afford business class–or wants to pay upward of $300 for a pair of headphones. So, Bose has come up with a model simply called the On-Ear, which borrows many of the design elements of the QuietComfort 3 but leaves out the active monster beat by dr dre
noise canceling and retails for a more palatable $180.

Like the QuietComfort3 headphones, the On-Ear’s feature–you guessed it–an on-ear (supra-aural) rather than the cupped around-the-ear (circumaural) design of the QuietComfort 2s or the step-down TriPort headphones. Impressively, the earpieces employ a cushy memory foam that conforms to your ears nicely, and they do a better job than you’d think of passively shutting out noise (on-ear models tenddre beat studios
to let in–and leak out–a fair amount of sound). The headphones are very comfortable, but because the deliciously soft leather pads are pressed right up against your ears, they are going to get pretty steamy on your ears if you wear them in warmer environments.

The On-Ears have virtually the same size earpieces as the QuietComfort 3s and offer a similar fit. Where the On-Ears have an advantage over their more expensive sibling is the way they’re able to fold up–and flatten out–into a more compact footprint than the QuietComfort 3s. We really liked the case that ships with the On-Ear model: it’s about 40 percent smaller than the case that comes with the Quietdr dre beats studios
Comfort 3 ‘phones and is more travel-friendly.

The only “accessories” beyond the case are two detachable headphone cables: one 43-incher and one 16-incher. (You can also daisy-chain them together if a long connection is needed.) Bose seems to have kept iPhone owners in mind when it designed the headphone plug for these headphones. The rubber casing around the base of the plug is not much bigger than the plug itself, which ensures that you won’t have any beat by dre monster
problem plugging into the recessed headphone jack on the first-generation iPhone.

Monster Turbine review

Monster Turbine review

Monster may be new to the headphone market, but it’s off to a good start. The company recently introduced the Beats by Dr. Dre, a full-size over-the-ear headphone, which was codeveloped by the master hip-hop artist and producer. That headphone received its fair share of rave reviews and was followed shortly after by the Tour in-ear model of the same branding. Next came this remarkable in-ear model, the Turbine. Monster isn’t shy about making bold claims for its designs, dubbing the Turbines “In-Ear Speakers,” implying the Turbines sound more like speakers than your average in-ear beats by dr dre studios
‘phone. We don’t know about that, but we can say we’re impressed by the sound quality offered by this petite pair.

We don’t usually comment on the packaging headphones come in, but the Turbine’s lavish box is on par with models that sell for many times the Turbine’s $149 MSRP. True, it’s not going to make the headphones sound any better, but its sumptuous look and feel definitely make you feel like you’ve bought something special.

When it comes to in-ear headphones, proper fit is everything. If they’re not comfortable, if you feel pressure in your ears, or if you’re constantly pushing the eartips back in, that won’t bode well for a long-term relationship. To address that concern, the Turbines come with five pairs of silicone eartips (three sizes of standard and two sizes of triple flange). We put in a fair amount of time swapping between different eartips before settling on the largest standard (mushroom shaped) ones. Even so, we had to fuss with each insertion for a minute or so before achieving a good sealmonster beat by dre
(everybody’s ears are different, and you may get an ideal seal with minimal effort). Remember that without a tight eartip/ear canal seal you won’t hear the true sound the Turbine (or any in-ear headphone) is capable of producing.

As for the Turbines themselves, their quality of construction feels way more impressive than most in-ear models we’ve tested, with the exception of the Ultimate Ears UE-5 Pro ($600) and UE-10 Pro ($900). The Turbines’ chromed, all-metal body has a lot to do with that impression of quality; it feels like a high-end design, and it’s significantly heavier than most in-ear headphones. That didn’t bother us, although we were initially concerned that the metal construction might not be such a great idea during these cold winter months (it didn’t turn out to be a problem). Descending from the earpieces is a 45-inch-long cable that terminates in a gold-plated straight 3.5mm plug; the wire seems less tangle prone than most headphone cables,dr dre monster beat
although more so than the excellent, ribbonlike cord that’s attached to the Tours. The Turbine comes with a padded black carry case with a magnetic clasp.

All this designy goodness is all well and good, but you can just throw it by the wayside if the headphones don’t sound good. Luckily, the Turbines don’t suffer from this problem. “Paper Moon” from Whiskeytown’s Pneumonia album had a rich tonal balance that’s rare on in-ear headphones. The song’s orchestration was gorgeously portrayed so the basses and cellos had a weighty presence. The high strings were clear, the drums’ detailing was exceptional, and Ryan Adams’ vocals had just the right balance of articulation and warmth. As for the Turbines’ “In-Ear Speakers” tag, well, monster beat dr dre
we wouldn’t go that far. They sounded like headphones to us.

But the Turbines didn’t flatten dynamics; we heard more of the music’s soft-to-loud liveliness than we get from our reference Etymotic ER-4 in-ear headphones ($299). In that sense, the Turbines were more speakerlike. They bettered the ER-4 on just about every count, they had superior high and low frequency clarity. But the ER-4′s eartips had a more reliable fit and blocked outside noise better. That washd beats by dr dre
obvious on New York City’s noisy subway; the Turbines let more of the racket through. Also, when listening in quieter locations, we were very aware of clothing noises rustling the Turbine’s cable. The slightest rub against the cable was very audible.

Bowers & Wilkins (B&W), one of the more legendary names in British hi-fi

In recent years, Bowers & Wilkins (B&W), one of the more legendary names in British hi-fi, has been making an effort to appeal to a more mainstream audience beyond its audiophile roots. It’s put out where can i buy beats by dre
a line of uniquely styled Zeppelin iPod speaker systems and is now branching out with its MM1 PC speakers and P5 headphones reviewed here.

In keeping with the company’s emphasis on unique designs, the $299 P5s definitely stand out and manage to look both throwback and modern at the same time. The construction seems very solid and the nicely padded leather headband and earpads give the headphones a luxurious feel that’s easily on par with Bose’s QuietComfort headphone offerings, which run about the same price.

Unlike Bose’s noise-canceling headphones, the P5s offer passive, not active noise-cancellation. What’s that mean exactly? Well, like the Bose QuietComfort 3s, these are on-the-ear headphones that sit flush–and rather where to buy dre beats
snugly–against your ears.

The B&W P5s fold flat for easy transport and storage.
They’re comfortable and muffle a lot of external noise, even when we walked through around the hectic streets of New York City. They’re not quite as effective as the Bose models at silencing noise, but we thought they did a good job for passive noise-cancelling headphones–and they don’t leak sound, either, so the people around you won’t hear your music.

That said, one of the drawbacks of the on-the-ear design is that we did have a little trouble wearing them with certain glasses (we had to adjust how the headphones sat on ears so the arms of the glasses didn’t dig into the side ofwhere can i buy beats by dre
our head) and when we wore them in warmer temperatures, they made our ears rather steamy, especially after walking at a brisk pace for several minutes.

The P5s have a couple of unique features. First, the square-ish earpads are magnetically attached and removable (if they’re replaceable, B&W doesn’t seem to offer any easy way to get new pads). Once you remove the left earcup you notice that the 48-inch cable actually plugs into headphones with a 2.5mm jack and is detachable and replaceable. That cable has an integrated microphone, as well as a volume control, that sits near the top of the cable; you may not notice it at first because the integrated mic/volume control isn’t much thicker than the cord itself. The microphone and remote are specifically compatible with the iPhone 3GS and late-model iPods. When using it with an iPhone, the music will pause when a call comes in; when you finish where can i buy beats by dre
taking the call (or ignoring it), the music automatically comes back on.

For those without a compatible iPhone/iPod, a second, shorter cord is included that should work with any standard 3.5mm jack. It’s also worth noting that B&W throws in a two-pronged adapter for airplane use. The case is nice, but it may be a bit too Burberry-esque for some people’s tastes. For travel, the headphones fold flat in the case and they also fold flat against your chest when you put the headband on your neck.

The P5s are generally very good-sounding headphones. Some P5 owners have noted the headphones need a bit of “break-in” period to sound their best, so we gave them several days of listening before writing our final review. You also may find that adjusting the headphones position on your ears may change the sound slightly, so we suggest playing around with their placement to optimize performance.

Sony Ericsson HBH-IS800 review (Black)

Sony Ericsson HBH-IS800 review (Black)

As an increasing number of mobile beats dre sale
phones incorporate a music player into their features, more and more stereo Bluetooth headphones are unleashed onto the market. The audio quality offered is still not on par with wired models, but the headsets offer the advantage of cord-free listening. Still, size can be an issue for some: very few models offer an earbud-style design, and even then, there are often larger earpieces attached. Sony Ericsson addresses this issue with its HBH-IS800 Wireless Stereo Headphones, which are the tiniest wireless earphones we’ve ever come across. With an MSRP of $200, this set is far from the cheapest, but if you’re after a cord-free pair in the most compact package, the HBH-IS800 is the best option.

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but the Sony Ericsson HBH-IS800 headphones are nothing short of incredible. The company managed to cram all the technology required of a stereo Bluetooth headset–a receiver, a transmitter, and a battery–into two tiny earpieces, each measuring just an inch long and less than half an inch in diameter. The earbuds are attached by a single black cable, which incorporates a thin module containing a mic and call-answer button close to the left earpiece. The ‘buds themselves offer a modicum of style, with silver accents and the green Sony Ericsson logo stamped into their ends.

Popping off the end cap of the right earpiece reveals a port for charging the HBH-IS800 headphones. Sony Ericsson includes a wall-wart power adapter for this task. The package also contains a circular box for storing the headphones, a shirt clip for managing any extra cable, and three sizes of silicone ear tips. However, there’s no guarantee you’ll get a good fit. Although they are small for wireless headphones, the HBH-IS800s are actually on the large side compared with typical earbuds, so some users may not be able to achieve a secure and comfortable fit. Another monster beats dr dre studio
thing about size: the overall compactness of the unit doesn’t allow for any playback or volume controls on the headset.

Surely, the most obvious draw of the HBH-IS800 Wireless Stereo Headphones is their ultracompact design, but you might also be pleased to learn that they deliver in the audio department, as well (presuming you can get a decent seal with the ear). The earphones offer tight, enveloping bass that generally does not overshadow the other sonic elements, though certain frantic rock and electronica tracks shop beats by dr dre
can sound messy. Mids are rich and warm, but get lost among other audio at times. High-end detail and clarity is good, but not quite as sparkly as what you would expect from a wired set in this price range. Still, you’re mostly paying for the ultratiny form factor, and Sony Ericsson delivers here without sacrificing sound quality, which is on par with or better than most other stereo Bluetooth headphones.

Sony MDR-710LP review

Sony MDR-710LP review

Sony offers a broad assortment of well-designed, high-performance headphones ranging from full-size studio monitors such as the MDR-V700DJ all the way down to Fontopia-series earbuds, such as the MDR-EX71SL.dr dre beat headphone
At CES 2006, the company introduced several new additions to its headphone lineup. The $59 Sony MDR-710LPs are a portable headband model that strikes a good balance between style, comfort, performance, and value.

The reasonably priced Sony MDR-710LP headphones include a handy carrying case.
Sony’s MDR-710LP headphones successfully combine revealing sonic performance with an ultraportable, collapsible headband design. We appreciate the soft, lightweight, leatherette ear pads, which give the headphones an beats studio headphones
exceptionally comfortable fit. The black, silver, and gray color scheme and sleek style lend the Sonys a modern, pricey appearance. Frequent travelers will make good use of the included hard plastic clamshell-type dr dre beat headphones
carrying case (3.8 inches by 2.3 inches), which can protect the headphones when they’re folded up.

The Sony MDR-710LP’s 4-foot cord is ideal for connecting to a portable audio device that’s stashed in your coat pocket or to an MP3 player’s in-line remote control, but it’s most likely too short for use with home-theater gear. Unlike some other portable ‘phones, these don’t include an extension cord for domestic use.

These headphones’ greatest sonic asset is the tight, punchy bass response generated by its 30mm drivers, which reminds us of what you get from pro studio models. However, we wish the Sony MDR-710LPs sounded fuller studio beats headphones
in the midrange and treble registers. You’ll definitely hear an exceptional amount of detail in your music, but don’t expect velvety warmth.

Despite falling short of perfection, the Sony MDR-710LPs are nonetheless comfortable, decent-sounding ‘phones that we wouldn’t hesitate to snap up, considering the price.

Currys and PC World sign up Tinchy Stryder as the face of their Goji audio brand

Currys and PC World sign up Tinchy Stryder as the face of their Goji audio brand
How do you ensure your brand of headphones is guaranteed more sales? Attach an award winning rap artist to the project, that’s how.

Or so hope Currys and PC World, who beats by dr dre solo hd
have teamed up with UK rap star and MOBO winner Tinchy Stryder to launch their Goji headphones and audio speakers bearing his name.

Details on the Goji Tinchy Stryder: On Cloud 9 dr dre beat headphones
range are sketchy, but we do know that they will launch this summer and will be available both online and at more than 600 Currys and PC World stores across the UK.

Tinchy Stryder is not the first rap star to have his name attached to a range of audio headphones. Hip-hop mogul and legendary producer Dr Dre released his own range of Beats audio kit in 2010 which continues to receive great acclaim. So much so that both HP and HTC have included them in their products.

Whether Tinchy’s Goji range will prove to be as good wemonster beats dr dre studio
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when Currys and PC World will begin selling the range.

What do you think to the prospect of the Goji Tinchy Stryder: On Cloud 9 range? Let us know.

Monster and Beats have brought their long running headphone partnership to an end

Monster and Beats have brought their long running headphone partnership to an end, marking a big change in the direction that Dre’s company could be taking.

The split is the end of what has been a 5 year partnership with Monster, a well known cable and high end Hi-Fi manufacturer. The expertise gained will remain, but the decision not to renew the contract with Monster will likely change the way that Beats are manufactured.

Those who enjoy the look of the Beats headphones will probably find they follow a similar style, particularly given that design has been a major reason for their popularity.

HTC owns the largest stake in Beats at $300 million, but is not the only company involved in the technology. HPmonster beat dr dre
uses Beats Audio in its laptops to bring better quality sound to its portables.

The real future of Beats is on hd beats by dr dre
the mobile. Integration with handsets like the HTC Sensation XE and XL will likely continue as the company beats dr dre hd
further focusses on smartphones. Plans to expand to fitness and TV are also in the works.

Do you think the Beats/Monster dr dre solo hd
split is going to be a problem? Let us know in the comments below …