Jays… gives me an S

After the J, D and Q, here S-Jays which make parties of the family of will intras of Jays. New technology of reinforcement SIREN which makes it possible to associate there a tube whose design ensures a width of more important scene and the low consequent ones. To summarize, it is, in their sound restitutions of the models equivalent to D-Jays there or of SuperFi5 EB are it for of SuperFi5 Pro. With an impedance of 69 ohms and a sensitivity of 113dB, certain walkmans of our regions (include/understand the fastening of the readers) could quickly be blown but that should pass well for those which are due to their ears. It is available right now in England for the sum of 77.30€ on the site of the mark and the bundle Jays is always also consequent.

AKG seeting new headphones for Nov

K430

K430

K420

AKG is setting its new 9 models of headphones and canal phones from the company "Mini Series" in beginning of November.

The K450 is expected sale price in ¥20,000, where K430 set its price from ¥14,000. The lowest model in this introduction is K420 and the price is about ¥10,000.

As for the spec, K450 has closed housing, still heritage 3D-Axis frame from its pressesors gives the K450 free to folded for more compaction on the go. Besides, the company also introduces its new Supersoft earpad for more comforts in listent to music for hours. The headphone lives on frequently 11Hz~29.5Hz. With removable cables the user can change from short one (0.5m) to long one (1.1M) for purpose of use. In addition, AKG offers adapter plugs from 3.5 to 6.3mm and 3.5 to 2.5mm. Also what you got included one carrying case.

Developed from K414P the K430 still has the close mold. Working on frequency 12Hz~28kHz. Same as K450, this K430 has the new designed cushions and ear pad. The cable lengh is 1m and has volume control. Convertion plug is from 3.5-6.3mm is included from the pack.

The last one from the list is K420, which is the new updated of K24P and K412P. The main characteristics of this model is semi-opended over ear headphone. Has the same design for 3D-Axis frame mechadise, K420 can be folded for more convenient in mobil. The phone has working frequently from 13Hz~27kHz. What you has in the pack is only carrying porch but not any convertion plugs.

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Audeo Earphones claim to be the most comfortable

If you have trouble finding earphones that actually fit you, these Audeo Earphones might be a good option for you. And even though the headphone market is pretty over-saturated, these are worth mentioning.

To accompany your MP3 player, these headphones come from a company called Phonak. They’re based in Stafa, Switzerland and these earphones look to be rather comfortable. In fact, the company claims they can be worn for many hours without hurting or becoming irritable.

These earphones are also interesting because they are tailored to allow for lower volume listening while maintaining clarity. This greatly reduces the chance of damaging your eardrums. Outside sounds are also blocked out, meaning you don’t have to crank it up to hear your tunes. You can try out the Audeo Earphones now. Both with with any 3.5mm player.

Ultrasone HFI-15G portable headphones announced

Ultrasone announced their HFI-15G headphones today, which are super portable and actually the smallest headphones in the Ultrasone HFI line thus far. But don’t mistake a small form factor for a lack of features.

In fact, the HFI-15G headphones feature the S-Logic Natural Sound Technology, which is patented by Ultrasone and acts to limit sound pressure by 40% on your eardrum and creates a more natural surrounded sound. This makes for a much safer and enjoyable music experience.

It also sports a decentralized driver position, which means it points the audio at your outer ear, rather than your inner ear. Other specs include a frequency range of 20-20kHz, an impedance of 32 Ohm and a sound pressure level of 96 dB. You can get the Ultrasone HFI-15G headphones now for $109 at various retailers.

Razer Moray In-Ear Headphones Lightning Review (Great for $40)

The Gadget: Moray in-ear headphones from gaming gear giant Razer, designed to be ultra-bassy and equally suited for MP3 players or Nintendo DSes.

The Price: $40.

The Verdict : Razer’s surprisingly strong suit appears to be audio. While the build quality of Moray is pretty typical of $40 buds (and sadly, Razer gear all-around), they definitely perform above and beyond their class.

Like V-Moda’s Vibes, they’re all about bass, and pack plenty of surprisingly rich punch there. But they also suffer a bit from the same problem that plagues most bass-heavy buds—slightly muddy sound in mids and highs. Still, these seemed to be as clear as the $100 Vibes, if not more so, in my mix of test tracks from several different genres.

They come with three pairs of buds—small, medium and large—which have a weird rubber/plastic hybrid feel to them. Not unpleasant, per se, just kinda cheap feeling. The seal isn’t quite as firm as with pricier buds, but it’s not bad.

While I wouldn’t necessarily recommend these for jazz or anything that you would demand super exceptional clarity for (you would really need to step up to a higher price range there), they’re very capable for their class, and are a solid choice if you mostly listen to hip-hop or rock (or you know, game). [Razer]

V-Moda Vibe II Headset Lightning Review (A Sequel That Beats the Original)

The Gadget: V-Moda Vibe II, the first real successor to the Vibe and Vibe Duo headphones, with a totally new eco-friendly design, sport earhooks and most importantly, better sound than the originals.

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Price: $128, "a nod to the BPM of most dance tracks" (no, really).

Verdict: Okay, so the new METAL + gem aesthetic decidedly appeals more to ladies, goth kiddies or Eurotrash. But! Everything else is better.

The Vibe IIs mostly preserve V-Moda's super-bassy signature, but are less intensely boomy, which is a good thing, since now they've definitely got more clarity in the mids and highs than the old set, and an overall cleaner, more balanced sound. (Though they're still plenty bassy.) The mic was clearer too, or at least that's what my mom told me.

The included accessories package is bumped up as well. You've got four bud sizes—up from three—to choose from, so people with Obama-sized ears down to munchkins should be able to find one that fits. And there's a pair of clip-on sport earhooks that add stability for running and working out—jogging and bouncing around the house, they made the fit surprisingly more secure. The only real issue with the clips is that it seems like they're begging to be lost.

I still hate the tangle-prone fabric cord, but at least they've got the recently introduced less suicidal headphone jack, so they hopefully won't run into the same plague the original run did.

Overall, these are a solid update to the original Vibes and Vibe Duos, that are better in every way (except looks). If you like them, you'll be a fan of the Vibe II. That said, if you've already got a pair, it's probably not worth chunking them to pick these up. But when those die, or if you're looking for a slightly bassier iPhone headset, check these out. [V-Moda]

ZAGG Z.buds earphones announced

ZAGG is pretty well known for their accessories and these new Z.buds earphones just add to that fact, adding one more category to the company’s product range. Interestingly enough, the Z.buds have already received the status of 2009 CES Innovations Design and Engineering Showcase Honoree.

Some of the features housed within the sleek package of the Z.buds includes passive noise cancellation, which makes it so conversations and music can be heard much more clearly, fuller sound and more. The cord is made out of nylon, making for a more durable product and you have many options when wearing the earphones.

For instance, you can wear it around your neck, the back of your neck, over the ear or however you feel comfortable. Both black and red color options will be available. You have the added benefit of these earphones acting as a handsfree headset as well, with a built-in microphone, in-line volume and more. These earphones cost $64.99. You can pre-order them now, but they won’t be shipped until December 1st.

New Apple Premium In-Ear Headphones With Dual Drivers Only $79

To go with the Skittles smorgasbord of new iPod nanos, Apple's got a bunch of new accessories. By far the most exciting are their new premium in-ear headphones. They've got dual drivers (woofer + tweeter), a setup you don't see until about the $200 mark with say, Ultimate Ears' Super.fi 5 Pro or Shure's E4c-n set, which used to be over $300. And these have got a built-in remote and mic. Yet they're only $79. The first iPod earbuds that don't suck—amazing. Not so amazing: It appears that their remote and mic only work with the iPods launched today.

Ars indicates that mayyyybe the playback controls will work. (Laaaame.) They come with three sizes of silicon tips—which could be a problem, since great isolation headphones gotta have a perfect seal, otherwise they can sound flat. It's why Shures come with a ridiculous number of tips. There's also a carrying case in the box.

Also on the menu are new headphones and armbands. They've got an in-line control feature with volume and playback control (next, prev, play pause) from the button as well. There’s a microphone on the back that works with the voice recording apps, but as with the premiums, the expanded features only work with the new iPods. They'll be $29 this month. [Apple, Apple, Apple]

Creative Zen Moo MP3 Players are cow-tastic

In case you’re on the hunt for a totally unique MP3 player, then you might want to consider the Creative Zen Moo MP3 Player. Yes, you read that right. These little MP3 players are designed in the shape of a cow and are feature-filled.

You have two options when it comes to the Zen Moo MP3 Players. There’s the Moo and the Moo Plus. That’s not even a joke. Both styles come in four different colors: pink, red, white and yellow. The Moo Plus, however, sports a few extra features like an integrated speaker, FM radio, voice recorder and OLED screen. It also has a game built-in that you can control by means of the cow’s horns.

The Moo model, on the other hand, just plays back music. Both, however, are equipped with 2GB and support both WMA and MP3 formats. Unfortunately, the Creative Zen Moo MP3 Players will not be available in the US or any of the western world, for that matter, though you will be able to get it in China.

Griffin Adds Microphone and Controls to TuneBuds For the iPhone, iPods

Griffin has announced updated versions of their TuneBuds Mobile and SmartTalk products for both versions of the iPhone, the iPod nano 4G, iPod touch 2G, and iPod classic (120 GB). TuneBuds are intended to be an alternative to Apple's upcoming premium in-ear headphones—both offer a built-in microphone and remote for answering calls and controlling playback, although Griffin's version costs considerably less at $40 (but that is without the dual drivers). Or, if you prefer, Griffin's updated SmartTalk accessory will give you the microphone and remote functionality with your current earbuds for only $20.

Griffin Technology Announces TuneBuds Mobile and SmartTalk Updates

Updated Earphone & Mic Solutions Now Extend Recording Capabilities

NASHVILLE, TN - November 10, 2008 - Griffin Technology Inc., creator of all things iPod and iPhone, today announced the availability of updated versions of their TuneBuds Mobile and SmartTalk audio solutions for iPhone and iPod. TuneBuds Mobile and SmartTalk are now both equipped with inline microphones compatible with iPhone, iPod nano 4G, iPod touch 2G and iPod classic 120 GB

"We upgraded TuneBuds Mobile and SmartTalk so that both iPod and iPhone users alike can record audio and enjoy a superior listening experience," said Mark Rowan, Director of Product Development at Griffin Technology. "With so many great apps coming out on iTunes such as our recent iTalk Recorder application, we wanted to offer iPod users the ability to enjoy those apps that require an external mic."

TuneBuds Mobile offers great-sounding earphones with crisp, clear highs and powerful, deep bass. The buds fit the ear snugly, with washable ear cushions in a selection of sizes, and conform to the ear for maximum comfort and sound isolation. Built-in is Griffin's ControlMic, a high-sensitivity microphone and control button. Griffin has even given thought to the cord, made of nylon braiding for strength, good looks, tangle-resistance, and durability.

SmartTalk is a headphone adapter solution with the same great microphone and control button features as TuneBuds Mobile, but which allows users to plug in their own favorite earphones. The noise-canceling microphone ensures clean recording and conversations, and the ControlMic button allows convenient Play, Pause and Skip forward controls. SmartTalk features a 30" cable sheathed in nylon braiding.

[Tunebuds and SmartTalk]

Tritton AX Pro Puts Eight Speakers In Your Gaming Headset

The Tritton AX Pro is not a bad looking wired surround sound headset that happens to be compatible with PC, Xbox 360 and PS3 audio and chatting. It features full Dolby Digital 5.1 hardware decoding, along with inline adjustments to independent front, center, rear and subwoofer channels—comprised of eight speakers in all.

The catch is, of course, that while the headset accepts direct optical in (which is bound to sound great), it also means you have a wire sticking out of your head. And when you couple that wire with the USB connection to chat (PS3 and PC, or controller connection on 360), your living room gaming sessions could become Trip Fest 2008.

Priced at $180, you may prefer the wireless Earforce X4 if you're spending that much. Then again, we have a feeling that the AX Pro sounds pretty good. [Tritton]

Monster Turbine In-Ear Headphones Impressions (High Quality, Decent Price)

Monster just announced their first ear buds, the Turbine "In-Ear Speakers", a followup to the Beats By Dre cans, and they are quite nice for the $150 price tag. I tried them on for a few hours, and so far I've been impressed with the clean, deep bass and crisp, clear mids and highs. In fact, I'd be willing to put them up against the Shure SE110s or similar headphones when it comes to sound quality.

They're also the loudest pair of ear buds I've come across, blasting my iPhone and laptop to volumes I didn't know existed, without ever getting noisy.

The worst thing about the Turbines was discovering how crappy most of my MP3 files really sound. Songs purchased from iTunes or ripped from CD were fine, I was able to pick out each instrument and hear things I normally couldn't with lesser headphones, but files I've obtained with less reliable quality sounded like absolute garbage—the mix was all wrong, and the noise almost gave me a headache.

They're missing a microphone/toggle switch, which we expect by now in headphones of this caliber, and that's a little disappointing. On the plus side, they generously come with five sets of tips so there is definitely a size that will fit your ears. The Turbines are a nice entry into the in-ear headphone arena by Monster, and fantastic sound quality for the price—just make sure your music lives up to their high standards. [Monster]

Hitachi Maxell iPod-Only Noise-Canceling Headphones Don't Need Batteries

These noise cacelling headphones from Hitachi Maxell are unlike many previous similar types since they don't require separate power. Instead they connect to iPods via the dock connector, and can suck on the batteries through there. They do manage about 20dB of noise canceling with an "Active Noise Rejection" system, but the design is curiously crippling: they can only connect to iPods (4th gen or later) and iPod touches—not the iPhone. And to draw power this way means you'll get reduced iPod battery life, which may be as much as 50%. And the iPod's volume control doesn't work, so you have to use the slider on the headphones. Weird, but these HP-NC20.IPs are only about $80 in Japan, so you may still be tempted. [AVWatch]

Atomic Floyd AirJax Headphones Made of Titanium2 Look The Biz

Atomic Floyd is new to the personal audio headphones game, and their first bit of kit is actually pretty decent looking. The AirJax headphones are in-ear, but have earloops made of something they're calling Titanium2 (even better than version1?). They're also made of "acoustic steel" which is apparently specially heat-treated for maxiumum audio quality, and you can rotate the in-ear part relative to the metal frame for a custom fit. The AirJax gets a UK launch first in December for $180, putting them at the luxury end of things. [LuxuryLaunches]

Fiio E5 headphone amplifier

It may look like a Shuffle, but the Fiio E5 isn’t even a PMP. In actual fact it’s a clip-on headphone amplifier, intended to boost volume from your favorite media player and drive higher impedance cans than might normally work. With an Apple-style clip, the E5 measures just 44 x 38 x 12.2mm but boasts 150mW (at 16Ω; or 12MW to 300Ω) power output with under 0.009-percent distortion at 10mW.

That makes it 30-percent more powerful than its E3 predecessor, despite only being 26g and having a rechargeable battery good for 20hrs use. The original E3 did well in reviews, only being gently critiqued for emphasizing bass at the expense of some treble, but the first previews of the E5 suggest it has a far more neutral sound.

It also has onboard volume controls, which were missed on the E3. The Fiio E5 should be available now, priced at under $20.

xpod: tiny speakers fit in your pocket

Want to share your music when you’re out and about? Sure, you could ask your friends to try on your crusty headphones, or you could reach into your pocket and pull out a pair of these tiny speakers.

XPod Active Sound speakers could be the smallest portable speakers I’ve seen yet. Measuring in at just 3.07″ wide x 1.34″ high x 0.33″ thick (78mm x 34mm x 8.4mm), they’re about the same size as the latest iPod Nano.

The miniature speakers offer stereo sound using a pair of tiny piezoelectric speakers powered by a 2-channel 770mW amplifier.

The Xpod has a built-in rechargeable power pack, which can be juiced up via any USB port, so you don’t have to worry about carrying batteries. A tiny slot in the back lets you stand up the speaker using your pocket change, and each Xpod comes with a matching cord so you can hang it around your neck.

The pocket-size XPod speakers are currently available only in Korea. There’s no word on if or when they’ll hit other countries.

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Ultrasone Edition 8 được giới thiệu

Sau một thời gian khá tự tin với sản phẩm Edition 7 và tai nghe cao cấp Edition 9, Ultrasone (Đức) chuẩn bị cho ra thị trường vào tháng 3 hoặc 4 năm sau với mã hiệu Edition 8.

Được giới thiệu bởi giám đốc cao cấp của Ultrasone, Michael Willberg, Ultrasone Edition 8 tuy đã định hình nhưng vẫn được công bố là trong giai đoạn tạo mẫu, do vậy sản phẩm cuối có thể khác đôi chút những gì bạn thấy ở đây. Với lần giới thiệu này, Ultrasone cũng thông báo sản phẩm sẽ không bị giới hạn số lượng bán như đàn anh trước đây, có vẻ Ultrasone đã học được bài học của sự so sánh giá của tai nghe hàng độc và giá của nhiều tai nghe tốt. Do vậy sản phẩm sẽ được tiếp tục bán và sản xuất miễn là thị trường dành cho nó vẫn còn mở rộng.


Nếu bạn nhìn kỹ thì khác khá nhiều với các housing trước đây của Ultrasone, Edition 8 không còn mang housing tròn nữa mà là hình ovan. Bọc ngoài core là kim loại Ruthenium (kim loại hiếm hơn Platium) cùng Titanium. Loa trong được thiết kế lại và chắc chắn được cải tiến so với dòng 7 và 9. Một số tính năng mà bạn thấy ở các version trước như công nghệ ULE và S-Logic vẫn được sử dụng cũng như bọc tai nghe bằng da cừu tại Ethiopia.



Tai nghe có trở kháng 30 Ohms, hoạt động trong giải tần số 8Hz - 35KHz và nặng tổng cộng 250grs. Dây tai nghe tiêu chuẩn là 1.2m, ngoài ra hãng cũng kèm theo là dây nối dài ... 4m dành cho người dùng nghe dàn máy hay xem phim.

Giá công bố khoảng 1200€ khi xuất xưởng.

Hands-On: Audio Bone Bone-Conducting Headphones

"Ludwig van Beethoven, the famous 18th century composer who was partially deaf, discovered Bone Conduction," asserts the Audio Bone Web site. "Beethoven found a way to hear music through his jawbone by attaching a rod to his piano and clenching it in his teeth. There have been many attempts at bone conduction listening since Beethoven, but none have provided true high fidelity quality sound--until now." Following in Beethoven's footsteps is certainly a lofty prospect. Attempting to one-up him just seems downright crazy. But Japan-based company Goldendance claims to have done just that with the release of the Audio Bone: bone conduction headphones that sit in front of your ears and amplify your music by vibrating your skull. We first saw the Audio Bone headphones at CES back in January. We, of course, were eager to get our hands on a pair. Bone conduction holds a number of advantages over earbuds: First, and perhaps most important, they're less likely to contribute to hearing loss than traditional headphones--particularly earbuds--because they bypass the ear drum. Also, since the headphones don't obscure the ear canal, they don't drown out ambient noise. Users are able to keep an ear out for their surroundings while listening to music. AirDrives had a similar idea when it placed its headphones' speakers just in front of the ear canal, allowing more ambient sound to sneak in. Also, interestingly, the Audio Bone headphones are completely waterproof. Combined with an iPod enclosed in an Otterbox case and "Eye of the Tiger," these could become a staple for any swim team. The Audio Bone looks like a fairly standard set of wrap-around headphones: It's sporty, slim and lightweight, and come in black, blue, orange, and white. For $219 you can choose from "special edition" colors, including pink, lime, taupe, and purple. The spot where the speakers traditionally sit is a small black piece of plastic about the circumference of a penny. This piece vibrates with the music, ultimately resonating in your skull. The sensation isn't off-putting at all. In fact, once you get used to the idea of wearing headphones in front of your ears, it feels a lot like listening to a standard pair of headphones. The sound quality, however, is not so great. The headphones are quiet--you'll have to turn your audio source up a lot louder than you normally would. The music is also a bit muddier--it's not dissimilar to the sensation of listening to music over a speakerphone. It doesn't take an audiophile to note the differences between the Audio Bone and standard headphones. The company's claims of "high fidelity" sound are exaggerated at best. Interestingly, I found that the headphones conducted a lot better when I had a pair of earplugs in my ear canals--though that sort of defeats the whole ambient sound aspect. At $189, they're also fairly pricey--particularly for a pair of headphones that output lower-fidelity sound than your standard $20 headset. Of course this is a relatively new technology in the world of headphones, and as we've seen many times, first-generation technologies are often expensive and not quite all there in terms of quality. That said, there's no denying that there's potential in bone conduction. The Audio Bone, however, is not there yet.

Acoustic Research Announces High Performance Audio Dock

A CEA Innovation Award winner, the Acoustic Research High Performance Audio Docking System (model AR5100) will be available next week. The 3-inch-thin docking system ($199.99) works with iPod audio and also has video output. The audio quality is promised to be high: The wall-mountable device has horn-loaded tweeters, a ported subwoofer enclosure, and premium audio crossovers. The Audio Docking System also features sensitive backlit touch buttons on the front panel, which are similar to the controls on the iPod Touch or the iPhone--both of which work in the dock.

Gadget Review: Altrio Series M5 Earbuds by Future Sonics

Do you have to know what you’re talking about to be a snob? Wikipedia’s definition didn’t provide me with the answer, but I consider myself somewhat of an earbud snob. As with wine, or anything else, I feel as long you are happy with the product, that’s all you “need” to know. I am constantly on the prowl for a pair of quality earbuds, and with a myriad of companies offering them at various price ranges, it can often be a daunting task. I am here today to review the Altrio Series M5 Earbuds by Future Sonics.

According to the information I received on these earbuds, they are targeted towards music industry professionals, such as producers, engineers, and performing musicians, etc. Conversely, these earbuds dubbed as “In Ear Monitors”, can be enjoyed by anyone who listens to music “professionally”. I listen to mostly metal, but I am a huge fan of tone and production, which can be applied to all genres of music.

The first thing I noticed was how these earbuds represented the stereo field with precision and accuracy. Many albums in your collection you may refer to as “Ear Candy”, and with these earbuds you might want a recount. I immediately noticed several nuances in some of my favorite recordings that I had previously considered conquered and totally figured out. They have fair bass response and interesting enough Future Sonics claim to not have any bass boosters or enhancers; everything is created naturally. Overall the sound is very balanced, and I was generally very impressed with these earbuds, especially since I had never heard of Future Sonics. I also listened to some Hip Hop, some power ballads, other random genres and the M5’s held up well. Beyond straight forward music, I played Silent Hill Origins on my PSP using them, and was dazzled by the level of atmospheric recreation that the M5’s delivered. I can easily say that the only problems you’ll experience in respects to audio will be that of your source material.

A cool feature of the M5’s is that they come with a bunch of inserts that provide a more customized fit. Three sizes of rubber/plastic buds, and four sizes of foam inserts that are more like traditional ear plugs. These are unique to any earbuds I’ve ever seen, and for the most part work fine, except they tend to let you know that you need to buy q-tips on the regular. Other features include a carrying case that can attach to a belt or a lanyard, and a small cleaning tool.

Ok, on to the gripes. I mainly use earbuds on my commute to the city on my bike and at the gym. Cord length has always been a problem between me and earbuds, and the M5’s are no different. Most companies don’t think that far ahead I’m afraid. There needs to be a clip that breaks up the tension between the earbuds in your ear, the weight of the cord, and the eighth-inch plug inserted into your MP3 player. Not only would a clip keep the cord flush against your person, helping to prevent snags, but they would allow for the earbuds to be stabilized and actually remain in your ears. The only earbuds I have seen with these are the V-Moda Vibes, which are just OK beyond that feature. To compensate for this I wrap the cord around the back of my neck to keep the weight of the cord off the earbuds. This only works slightly adequately, as it prevents a full range of motion and still requires attention due to slipping caused by the weight of the cord. A plus is that the M5’s cord has a nice sticky feel to it.

On many occasion, the foam insert became unattached from the earbud and lodged in my ear! The foam inserts were otherwise very comfortable and stayed in my ears much better than the rubber/plastic ones, which needed constant readjustments. Also I noticed that the sound was affected if I yawned or expressed a large smile, moving the buds around in my ear canal. Additionally the markings denoting left and right on the earbuds themselves could be a different color to make them easier to read, as the shape of the buds are slightly ambiguous and alien looking.

Lastly my final gripe is the price point, as it may be a little steep for the average consumer. However, these are not targeted to the average consumer, so what can be said? I think if you are serious about your music and want to hear it like the people who made it do, I strongly suggest giving the M5’s a try. Beyond the oversights I mentioned above, these are some of the best earbuds I have used in quite sometime, and deserve your attention, especially if your are looking to up your ear bud styles.

Pros:

• Exemplary reproduction of the stereo field.
• Excels over a broad range of genres, especially metal!
• Many inserts assure a custom fit.

Cons:

• NO CLIP!!
• May be pricey for some, try first to be sure they are for you!
• Foam inserts can get unsightly, depending on you level of hygiene, and I use Q-tips on the regular!

Buy them for $179.99 here

M5 Info and Specs here!

Wacky Looking iPod Speaker System By Jean-Michel Jarre

Sharper Image has gone the way of bankruptcy, but fear not, for their design team’s spirit shall live on in the AeroSystem (the names are all too familiar). No, it doesn’t Ionize the air, but it does feature 2x 20W speakers and an integrated 45W RMS subwoofer. Even though the odd looking speaker is designed specifically for iPod devices they’ve done the non-converts a favor and squeezed in a USB input along with a 3.5mm headphone jack.

The AeroSystem is available here in black or silver for just over $550.

Harman Kardon GLA-55 Speakers Look Glacier Tasty

The GLA-55s most certainly strike a ‘note’ visually, and let’s just hope they sound crystal clear. Ok, that’s enough puns for one day. The GLA-55s are self powered, 56 watts each, achieve a 60Hz - 20kHz range and include a touch sensitive volume control and subwoofer out.

S1 Audio Showcases Odd Headphone Technologies

S1 Audio certainly gets points for trying. A few of its representatives were on hand last night at the CES Unveiled event in Manhattan to showcase a few of S1's latest products, two of which warrant mention, if only for pure strangeness.

First are the Bud Buds (above). Add these to the list of gadget whose sole purpose is solving an extremely minor gadget pet peeve. Do you ever share the music from your iPod with friends? Are you sick and tired of having to carry a splitter around, or having to listen to you music out of one ear while your friend borrow the other? Good news: The Bud Buds feature a second pair of headphones built in specifically for that purpose, and that alone.

The second pair attach to the primary headphones, making for a slightly awkward and bulky pair of earbuds.

Also available: the Bud Bud Solo. Rather than hiding four ear buds in two, they hide two in one, so you can use the single ear bud for your cell phone and bust out the second when you want to listen to music. (I asked the PR rep why they didn't just call it the "Bud." She didn't laugh.)

The company also showcased the similarly strange NxSET Music 1 (above). I understand that earbuds can hurt. Heck, I've worn those proprietary Apple headphones, which seem to have been designed for a pygmy elephant. That said, there are all sorts of other less-painful options, like over-the-ear headphones and foam-ear inserts.

The NxSET Music 1, on the other hand, is a sort of a speaker collar that sits around the user's neck, playing music upward. The site boasts the speaker's "private listening and sharing." If you buy this, promise me that you'll never sit next to me on a plane.

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Ear Buds Designed To Save Your Hearing

For everyone one teenager I see another one has a pair of white ear buds jammed in their ears. I can’t help it. I find it disrespectful to those there with, especially if it’s family. If it were my kids, they’d get a slapping. Fortunately, I don’t own any, kids that is. More importantly, though, is that these kids are probably destroying their hearing. Purebuds, from Amazing Tech Products, claims that they’ve designed a pair of ear buds that will save your ears by not directly shooting the sound directly into the ear canals, something they call ‘reverse sound technology’. The Purebuds come with three attachments to enhance your music: Surround Sound, Bass Boost and Full Range.

How do they sound? I have no clue. How exactly do they work? I’m not sure. But some empirical evidence could have these things flying off the store shelves this holiday season.

The Purebuds retail for $50 a pop and are available at the company’s website.

Sony Ericsson reveals its telephone W705 Walkman

Sony Ericsson has just revealed its new telephone named W705 Walkman. This last is a telephone Quadri-bands UMTS/HSDPA/DLNA which embark Wifi, a screen 262k colors of 2,4 ″ (320×240px), a capacity of 4Go (chart-memory), a tuner FM (with TrackID), the SenseMe functionality, a APN of 3,2MPx, an accelerometer, Google Maps, Bluetooth 2.0 and one compatibility audio MP3/AAC. Its autonomy is 10:00 in conversation, 400h in day before, 20:00 in music and its dimensions are of 95 X 47.5 X 14.3 mm for 98g. It is awaited for the first quarter 2009. Sony Ericsson also announced a new named enclosure 2.1 MBS-900, equipped with Bluetooth 2.0, of a monochromic screen OLED, one line-in and of a tuner FM!

Microsoft introduces new Zune

No, Zune will not be declined in a special version Elizabeth Teissier. In fact, Microsoft decided to launch a range based on the Chinese astrological signs, the whole indicated by Iosefatu Sua. The models should also contain special wallpapers, and customized playlists selected by the designer, available via Market Place. Available in all logic via Zune Original.