My first impressions of the sound of the thinksound On2 headphones (On2 hereafter) are based on direct comparisons to other headphones, particularly those that resemble its design (mid-size portable), and also to a few premium headphones for reference. I’ll describe how I relate to the On2 (i.e., my personal tastes and how I use the headphone) after covering all of the objective issues.
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Apple’s newest MacBooks have only one multipurpose USB-C port. Other World Computing (OWC) has an affordable, versatile solution to expand usage to include USB-3, HDMI, audio out, SD card, Ethernet, and a second USB-C port. Buy the OWC USB-C Dock and put it into action today. It will make your computing life more efficient, enjoyable, and productive, especially when at a fixed location. This dock is compact enough to be usable also when traveling. Thanks, OWC!
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The H5 feels substantial. Its short, thick cable rests on the back of the user’s neck, and the earbuds hook over the ears. They come with two different-sized ear cups, making it easy to find a fit for most ear configurations.
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Crystal clear audio and a comfortable ergonomic fit make these Bluetooth earphones a pleasure to use. They pair easily with my iPhone and have a typical wireless Bluetooth range of 30 feet. I use them paired with the phone on my bike’s handlebars and never lose a signal. I’ve also used them around my house with good results. The sound quality is very impressive.
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1More MK802 headphones achieve the impossible. Excellent sound both with cable and wireless Bluetooth. Great low price. Solid and stylish build. Comfortable ear pads. Three position bass control. Overall best value and audio for over-ear headphones. Strongest recommendation.
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These new headphones add active noise cancellation to an outstanding and award-winning over-ear model from Audio-Technica. The sound is exceptional in the midrange through the treble, with a tight and accurate bass that supports the primary frequencies above. Comfort, weight, and build quality are very good, with decent passive sound isolation when active external sound abatement isn’t necessary.
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Going right to the sound. In Bluetooth mode, the BT5200’s bass is not especially emphasized as are many popular headphones, but that bass goes ultra-deep with a strong weight, even to 16 Hz. The mids aren’t forward, and are slightly soft, as is the treble (slightly, with good detail).
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ZealSound’s new HDE-300 In-ear Noise-isolating Genuine Wood Headphones with Microphone are the best value in-ear monitors you can purchase. Sound reproduction is exceptionally clear and accurate across the audio spectrum, including a smooth and powerful bass that supports both traditional fidelity and current ultra-bass recordings. Passive external noise isolation is impressive, without needing to jam these earbuds into your skull or crank up the volume to death-defying levels.
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It’s not often we have the opportunity to test a range of headphones across any given manufacturer’s range. For this group test we received four sets. All model names are prefixed ATH- to identify them as Audio-Technica products, but omitted here for improved readability. Clockwise starting in the top left of the photo they are:
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Have you watched in horror as the average price of high-end headphones has spiraled upwards? Prepare to be astounded! A new name, in the USA at least, 1MORE has come to the rescue. They do say they have sold 20 million units in three years in China.
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About a year ago I decided I was done with in-ear headphones. I’d tried at least 20 products in recent years and was never fully satisfied until I plugged a pair of these remarkable 1More headphones into my ears. I listened to pop, classical, ragtime. opera, folk. You name it, I added it to the mix. I was so impressed I found it hard to believe the company is selling them for $80 for two. It’s a great value.
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My first impressions of the sound of the 1More Over-Ear MK801 headphone (MK801 hereafter) are based on direct comparisons to other headphones, particularly those that resemble its design (portables mostly), but also to a few premium headphones for reference. I’ll describe how I relate to the MK801 (i.e., my personal tastes and how I use the headphone) after covering all of the objective issues.
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Striking the perfect balance between sound, safety, and design, Puro Sound’s IEM500 delivers studio-grade sound and protects your hearing without ever compromising the listening experience. With the IEM500’s immaculate soundstage, I discovered parts of my favorite music I never knew existed. Listening to music hasn’t been the same since I discovered this terrific in-ear headphone.
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Parents searching for the ideal wireless headphone for children should look no further than the Puro Sound Labs BT2200 for kids. Featuring the perfect combination of sound and safety, the BT2200 protects you child’s hearing while delivering studio-grade sound. Parents, however, should be warned: the BT2200 may transform your child into a discerning audiophile.
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The iRig Acoustic by IK Multimedia is a mobile microphone interface designed for acoustic instruments. This is the first such device for acoustic guitars. This interface has been designed to work with most acoustic guitars, classical guitars, and ukuleles.
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I wrote this tome because Nemo wanted my input to help another MyMac writer write a review of a pair of headphones. Nemo asked, so for better or worse (mostly worse), here’s what I threw together at 2AM one night/morning last week.
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I’ve had reasonable luck with iPhone headphones. For the most part they last a fair while and sound okay, not really giving me much reason to look for alternatives. Until recently that is, where another cable catching on a door handle proved just too much damage, leaving me with audio in only one ear.
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Novo is a personal audioaccessory that is indisputably useful. Novoautomatically boosts the sound playingthrough your headphones based on the noises in your surrounding environment. Ive been using it for a few days with my iPhone and iPod and it isa marvel.
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These moderately-priced over-ear headphones are large, comfortable, lightweight, and bizarre in appearance. Sound performance is good to very good, depending upon your listening settings and personal audio standards. They do not have the claimed extraordinary sound quality to satisfy the most discriminating listeners, despite the company’s statements. But keep reading; it gets better.
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Soundhawk is a listening system to help you hear with better clarity in noisy restaurants, in crowds, at meetings, and even while speaking one-to-one. You set individual Sound Scenes with your iDevice (or Android smartphone) depending on your surroundings.
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