yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[General Accessories] Spl4tt:
Why did you do that? Even when in need of money, giving away the audioequipment would not fix that (Except when having some hardcore stuff).

And even without an equipment, you can still recommend stuff.
[General Accessories] jRi0T68:
Ehh, change of plans. I wasn't intending on being around to enjoy it. I've retrieved my items, and the situation looks like it will return to normal.

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[General Accessories] vectron:
Is everything Ok man? You got me worried with "wasn't intending on being around to enjoy it." :confused:
[General Accessories] skankinmonkey:
I'm a huge fan of the jlab in-ear series. Great quality after burn-in and they last forever.
[General Accessories] jRi0T68:
So, I just ordered a pair of AKG K450 for my 13 yr old son. I splurged because I demanded removable cables. I'd expect to have the review up by Monday, as they'll get here Friday.

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[General Accessories] avinashdelhi900:
I am getting a new nokia bh 214 for 15$ and sony sbh20 for 30$. Which should i buy to pair with my nexus 7 2012.<br />Or is there any other alternative under 35$
[General Accessories] jRi0T68:
Your alternatives are enormous. It depends on where you live, what's available near you, whether you're open to shipping from overseas, and the template I've included in the OP.

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[General Accessories] avinashdelhi900:
Thanks, but can you please tell me out of nokia bh 214 and sony sbh 20, which one is better? Nokia one was announced in 2009 so i am confused with it but here, its been sold at half the price than sony
[General Accessories] vanhung4050:
thanks

thanks your information
[General Accessories] jRi0T68:
Unfortunately, I can't as audio is so much a factor of your personal preferences. You'll gain better insight by reading the entire op. Otherwise, Google reviews and roll the dice.

What I prefer may not suit your musical preferences.

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[General Accessories] vectron:
Review here: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2226437 - with 150 replies spanned across 15 pages :) A very popular bluetooth headset at a budget price after LG released HBS-800. Sound quality is just ok, nothing too special which is typical for wireless headsets due to compression. HBS-800 uses JBL drivers, but it also cost 2x as much, and I'm not sure if it sounds 2x better. I was supposed to receive my review unit awhile ago, but I guess LG changed their mind.
[General Accessories] caesar13th:
What about soundmagic es18?

Is it good?
[General Accessories] XxVcVxX:
Any tips on storing the SE215s while keeping the wires relatively straight and not tangled?
[General Accessories] jRi0T68:
You have to wrap the cables in the case gently. Optionally, use a different case that's less restrictive. I use a Pelican 1020.

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[General Accessories] XxVcVxX:
So do I just gently wrap them in a circle (eg around my wrist) without bending them? Because they came with the wires really straight and I want to keep it that way
[General Accessories] HunTerW:
I'll get the Philips SHE8500/10 this week-end . My old were broken ... that's a real problem with in-ear headset ...
[General Accessories] skainth:
Suggestions for good bass IEM with mic under $50

Hi guys,

thanks for the extremely useful thread. I'd like to get some recommendations for the following choices

1: Budget: Under $50

2: Genres/Musical preference: Good Bass and Mids with clear vocals (Music type: Trance, Hip Hop, Bhangra, Bollywood)

3: Type of headphone: Wired IEM

4: Functionality: Need a mic to take calls. Also, I'd prefer a good fit because I'll be using them during my office commute in public transit systems which are mosly packed with fellow office goers. The build quality should be decent and cables, if possible, resistant to tangles becuase I'll be keeping the phones in my trouser pockets.

5: Your player/setup: Nexus 4 running Stock Android Kit kat. I may root it someday to get better audio output/effects

6: Source material (mp3, flac, stream, etc.): MP3 320/128kbps

7: Area of highest importance: Sound :) Good clear bass without becoming boomy and decent vocals.

I'm looking for something which is available in India to take care of the warranty issues.

During my research I came across JVC HA-FR201 and sennheiser CX 275S both advertising good bass and a remote/mic for Android.

I also liked the design and reviews of the Xiaomi pistons. Though delivery and warranty may be an issue, I can take a chance on them too :)

Eagerly looking forward to the suggestions

Sukhjinder
[General Accessories] vectron:
@ skainth, in addition to Pistons (btw, it was noted that Nexus 4 has a different implementation of volume control so, Pistons in-line remote will not control volume, which is probably going to be common with other headphones as well), you can also consider SoundMagic E10M - I reviewed E10, but "M" adds in-line remote. Beyerdynamic MXP50ie I reviewed were decent, but not as high sound quality as E10, though probably on par with Pistons. I guess it all depends what you can get in your country.
[General Accessories] sti-06:
First of all, thank you jriot68 for this guide.

I started to travel a lot and would like to invest into some high quality, great sounding IEMs to keep me company on long flights. With that being said, please see below for my requirements:

1: Budget: $500

2: Genres/Musical preference: mostly EDM but some Hip-Hop, pop, rock as well

3: Type of headphone: IEM

4: Functionality: Noise isolating/cancelling

5: Your player/setup: Galaxy S5, Macbook Pro, FiiO E18 (Also thinking about grabbing Fiio X5)

6: Source material (mp3, flac, stream, etc.): FLAC, Stream

7: Area of highest importance: Very High quality, clear sound possible with awesome base, also durability is important.
[General Accessories] Jay Rock:
I bought the Sol Republic Amps HD a while back and even though I love the sound, I absolutely hate that they won't stay in my ears without having to adjust them every few minutes. Hope I can get a recommendation here as I can't seem to find the right ones myself.

1: Budget: ~ $100

2: Genres/Musical preference: Alternative and punk rock, some metal

3: Type of headphone: In-ear

4: Functionality: noise isolating

5: Your player/setup: iPod nano, Galaxy S3, Toshiba ultrabook

6: Source material (mp3, flac, stream, etc.): MP3 and FLAC

7: Area of highest importance: comfort (don't fall off) and sound quality
[General Accessories] jRi0T68:
How do you like your bass? Feel the bass or hear the texture in it?

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[General Accessories] Jay Rock:
I'm all for hearing the texture.
[General Accessories] jRi0T68:
Hmmm, I know there are a lot of newer options on the market, but other than my go-to Shure SE215, if I was in the market with your requirements, I'd give the Sony H1 a good look.

RE0, RE-ZERO and other similar options renowned for clarity might also be worth a look. Rockit Sounds R50 is just a little over your budget, but also well liked by many.

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[General Accessories] Jay Rock:
I can see the Shure SE215 staying in my ears without problem. The Sony H1 look a little big though, although I have no idea how heavy they are. I'll look into Shure. Thanks. :highfive:
[General Accessories] Makzrider2:
i want to buy a earphone for my Micromax canvas A110. can any body pleae suggest me which earphone should i buy :o
[General Accessories] jRi0T68:
I could name at least a dozen good suggestions, not all of which would suit you. There are a few basics we'd need to know in order to make a good recommendation, which are in the template from the OP.

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[General Accessories] haris013:
I am looking for earpods ( with mic) my budget is around 20-25 euros and I was thinking xiaomi pistons 2. Is there any better choice at that budget ?

I am interested in metal and hard rock genres mostly and I want the best quality I can achieve at my budget. The source is my nexus 5 .

Thx!
[General Accessories] jRi0T68:
Given the reviews and compatibility, the only other choice to consider would be LG Quadbeat 2, but I'd still go for the Xaomi if it were my choice (not based on personal listening experience, but rather a lot of research).

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[General Accessories] haris013:
Thanks for the info!

I am not sure yet about the smell of the xiaomi piston , I heard that it's weird. Does it last forever that smell?
[General Accessories] marquimsp:
Thanks for this very useful thread..

1: Budget: I'd rather spend around US$50

2: Genres/Musical preference: All kinds, from Radiohead to Rammstein, Mozart to Metallica...

3: Type of headphone: In-ear with mic

4: Functionality: over-the-ear use if at all possible, clippable mic and controls, variety of earbuds available

5: Your player/setup: just my cell phone

6: Source material (mp3, flac, stream, etc.): mp3s and wavs

7: Area of highest importance: sound quality (as flat as possible), practicality (being able to sleep wearing them over the ears with mic clipped to my shirt while travelling by bus or plane :laugh:).

I'm a musician, I usually use my shure SE535s (I have them for live in-ear monitoring) but using them for everyday music is destroying my cables. And I don't have a mic with the se535s, so I'm thinking of only using the shures for work (onstage) and buying something to use everyday. I'm not a basshead, I like my music to sound as close to what it would sound in studio as possible, like near-field monitors crammed into my ears.

On a side note, I'd love to be able to use a lapel BT mic along with whatever wired earphones I want. I've asked this before, but it seems to be impossible.

Thanks in advance!

ps.: something like this, just more discrete maybe?
[General Accessories] jRi0T68:
I'd buy the mic cable from Logitech UE900 (about $25). It's Shure compatible, and since your SE535 has removable cables, you might as well just swap the cable.

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[General Accessories] marquimsp:
This is shocking news to me... The logitech cable is shure compatible??? I've been buying shure cables (around 80 dollars each)!! Please tell me where I can find those, I've found the part number PN 993-000633 but I can't find a store that sells it.

Thanks a lot!

NVM found the link!

http://buy.logitech.com/store/logib...=UQ0xawoHAtQAAD0b77wAAAAF&rests=1360146749396
[General Accessories] unitedatom:
I can't confirm but most smells are only temporary and due to quick and cheap plastic manufacturing methods.
[General Accessories] haris013:
Yes,I confirmed that too !

I though the smell was on headphones but it's only at the box .

Thanks :D
[General Accessories] marquimsp:
Hey, jRi0T68, do all Quadbeat controls work with the N5? Can you suggest other earphones that fully work with the N5? It seems the volume controls never do, with few exceptions.

I saw the lunashop cable does work, but I thought about it and want to spare my SE535 for professional use only...

Thanks again
[General Accessories] jRi0T68:
I honestly just don't know.

I stopped using my phone for music, I've got a cheap but fantastic little setup I use instead.

You can always use Headset Button Controller, though. Great app.

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[General Accessories] DAGASH:
I am looking for Over-Ear headphone :

- Android ready ( especially for my Nexus 5 ).

- Ability to answer the call ( switch between the music and calls ).

- Active Noise Cancelation.

- Ability to use the cable for direct connection where is the Bluetooth is not available.

- Micro SD card slot .

My budget :* ~150$
[General Accessories] pepsitank:
Guys the Monoprice headphones are good, all of them! They sound great and the ones that are around 40-90 are the best bang-for-your-buck ratio you can get, plus they look nice. The ones I have are just as good as turtle beach and audiotecnica ones around $170! Get the monoprice ones. Even though they don't have anything the guy above this post wants(noise cancilling, SD card, mic
[General Accessories] h1ghland3r:
1: Budget: $25-$60

2: Genres/Musical preference: Alternative Rock, Punk Rock, Pop, Electronic // Clear vocals, not boomy bass

3: Type of headphone: Earbud / IEM

4: Functionality: Mic and one button (Pause/Play) (I want to replace my regular Moto X earphone (EH-15) for something with better sound quality)

5: Your player/setup: Moto X (Poweramp) and Laptop

6: Source material (mp3, flac, stream, etc.): MP3 128kbs/320kbs

7: Area of highest importance: Comfort, Build Quality (i'm going to use to work out, listen to music and play games, so I need an all day earphone XD), Can be Bluetooth (Not necessary)

I'm really open to suggestions. I don't understand nothing about audio XD
[General Accessories] GuyInTheCorner:
I'd reccomend the Sennheiser CX 300 II, having used a legit pair for a day they're pretty good. The HD 203 work pretty nice too.

On a side note, my CKS77's are on the way :D

Hit Thanks if I helped you out

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Samsung GNote 10.1 (Stock)
[General Accessories] jRi0T68:
I don't think the CX300 will have quite enough bass for Miguel.

I'd remove Sennheiser at that budget and add Audio Technica CKS77 in its place.

Atrio MG7 should be looked into, as well, though, purely for bass.

-Accidental Asshole aka Jeremy

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[General Accessories] MiguelHogue:
Thanks guys the Audio-Technica cks77 seems to be pretty good for base.. Would it be okay to purchase them off amazon?

Here

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/s/ref=is_s_?ie=UTF8&k=Audio+Technica+CKS77&i=aps

Read a nice review about the cks77 here http://www.head-fi.org/t/604094/the...d-n-i-am-not-just-talking-about-the-bass/1365

(your weren't lying that site is nice)

And I can't find much on the Audio Technica CKS77 but if they are an upgrade over the ck77 I'd pay 40 more (I just haven't found much on them being an upgrade).. But you know how that goes

-TeaM VeNuM Like A Boss :flipoff2:

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[General Accessories] jRi0T68:
That CK77 is actually CKS77. Any Amazon seller with plenty of positive feedback from those links should be fine.

As for Klipsch S4, find my review earlier in this thread. I used and loved them for a year... then I learned about what is better for the price.

-Accidental Asshole aka Jeremy

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[General Accessories] MiguelHogue:
Thanks ill look into them

Was also looking at the Hippo VB.. Read nice stuff about it just can't find them anywhere online for sale

-TeaM VeNuM Like A Boss :flipoff2:

-SoA: Son's of Android™
[General Accessories] jRi0T68:
Yeah, hippo vb and Atrio MG7 get lots of acclaim for bass, but I think the CKS will be better across the entire range. You've heard my thoughts on Shure already. Lots of good choices. Can't really go wrong with those mentioned.

-Accidental Asshole aka Jeremy

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[General Accessories] MiguelHogue:
So I finally purchased the Audio Technica ATH-CKS77 thanks!

I also wanted some cans since I've never owned any and got a pair of Skull candy hesh 2.0s for my price range.. Read pretty good reviews and how they have been approving a lot (I know the name skull candy alone drives some off.. But I was looking past that).. I'll be sure to post back with results

-TeaM VeNuM Like A Boss :flipoff2:

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[General Accessories] jRi0T68:
Awesome.

If the Skull Candy end up not being what you hoped, JVC HA-S500 get excellent reviews and are quite affordable.

-Accidental Asshole aka Jeremy

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[General Accessories] GuyInTheCorner:
Just got my CKS77's.

Wow. just wow. These things blow all previous headphones outta the water!

Thanks don't hurt ya know?

HTC Desire HD (PACMan)

Samsung GNote 10.1 (Stock)

Sony Xperia Z (borrowed, rooted)
[General Accessories] jRi0T68:
Great to hear.

I'd love to buy the newer CKS1000 some day to see what the marvel of their dual chamber design really does for the soundstage.

-Accidental Asshole aka Jeremy

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[General Accessories] GuyInTheCorner:
Really? I presumed you had a pair.. I'll give you guys a full review once I've burned these badboys in & thoroughly tested em.

But, it really does do wonders for the sound stage, freaking epic!!

Thanks don't hurt ya know?

HTC Desire HD (PACMan)

Samsung GNote 10.1 (Stock)

Sony Xperia Z (borrowed, rooted)
[General Accessories] jRi0T68:
I've currently got Shure SE215 in ear, and Bowers and Wilkins P5 on ear.

Mostly I use the Shures. The detachable cables, optional mic/remote cable were my deciding factor. Soundstage and bass are still superb. Mids are warm and luscious. Highs are a little rolled off, though, but it's better than sibilant to me.

What I've really got my eye on next are Sennheiser IE80's, but first probably getting a Sansa Clip+ to Rockbox and pair with a Fiio E11 or E12 amp (if I can afford it).

-Accidental Asshole aka Jeremy

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[General Accessories] GuyInTheCorner:
Nice, might look into them once i start having a bit of spare cash (boo. Crappy part time jobs...). The bass on these are bloody superb, right on point. Not bloated or muddy but nice and thumping. Kicks sound nice and present & sub bass is brilliant and vibrant. Low end doesn't drown out the mids (testing with a Fleetwood Mac album at the moment, so in using the full range of these) and are nicely presented. Highs are a tad too high (if that makes sense) but hopefully burning em in will solve that. Again, I'll put a full review for you guys when they're properly set up/burnt in.

IE80's are just absolute heaven. Had the honor of using a pair for about 20 minutes. It was like heaven for your ears. Worth the price tag in my opinion. In an ideal world, pairing those with my (sadly stolen) Rockbox'd iPod Video (the only Apple products I actually buy) and FLAC versions of my songs, and I'd die an incredibly happy man!

Thanks for the suggestions, is it OK if i use this thread in my xda SIG?

Thanks don't hurt ya know?

HTC Desire HD (PACMan)

Samsung GNote 10.1 (Stock)

Sony Xperia Z (borrowed, rooted)
[General Accessories] jRi0T68:
Please do. I'd be honored.

-Accidental Asshole aka Jeremy

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[General Accessories] GuyInTheCorner:
Its the least I can do :D :thumbup:

Thanks don't hurt ya know?

HTC Desire HD (PACMan)

Samsung GNote 10.1 (Stock)

Sony Xperia Z (borrowed, rooted)
[General Accessories] jRi0T68:
What I really need to buy (once I resume getting anyy form of income) is buy an arm band that I could fit a dap and amp in, because the damn cable keeps snagging on my kitchen cabinets, lol.

-Accidental Asshole aka Jeremy

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[General Accessories] GuyInTheCorner:
Yeah I need one too... My HD201's keep snagging against things and keep getting ripped off my head
[General Accessories] MiguelHogue:
Ended up passing on the hesh 2.0s canceling my order and got a pair of sol republic HD tracks.. Sound great out the box and comfy(clear crisp and bassy) .. Surprised at some of the reviews I've read about them.. Guess u can't please everyone

-TeaM VeNuM Like A Boss :flipoff2:

-SoA: Son's of Android™
[General Accessories] jRi0T68:
I think it boils down to the reviewer's tastes and past headphone experience.

If I reviewed any ultra detailed reference earphone, I'd have trouble recommending it because I'd likely be inclined to play bass heavy music, which isn't suited for those earphones.

-Accidental Asshole aka Jeremy

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[General Accessories] MiguelHogue:
I agree with the past experience part.. I haven't had much experience really.. More of a casual listener really and audio source is only my phone, nothing too serious.. Well thanks for all the advice and reference to the headphone website.. Appreciated much :thumbup:

-TeaM VeNuM Like A Boss :flipoff2:

-SoA: Son's of Android™
[General Accessories] Jay Rock:
My headphones broke and I've been looking at those Shure SE215 you mentioned but I read that they're better used if you pull the cable over your back instead of just having it hanging in front of you like you would with any other set. Any word on this? Keep reading that they're better used on set but I mostly use them for commute and home use.
[General Accessories] vectron:
I'm honestly very confused with SE215 lol!!! I trust and respect Jeremy's opinion and I know he loves his 215 :) But when I go to Head-fi, I'm reading from people these have bloated bass that spills into mids, and they are v-shaped with recessed mids. I know, we all have different sound preferences, so it's all relative in comparison.

Shure SE-series design just like Westone W-series with a similar ergonomics are intended for behind-the-ear wire up design. I personally find it a lot of more comfortable and secure that way. Another alternative is new Audio-Technica ATH-IM50 headphones with removable cable, very strong bass and balanced mids, and have dual dynamic driver; about $72, Japan only import (AT US decided not to carry it). The only thing, they are bigger than SE215 and might not be as comfortable.
[General Accessories] jRi0T68:
SE215 is definitely mid centric, with a strong bass presence. If you don't like bass that you can feel, they might be seen as having some bloat, which is very easy to EQ to your liking. Highs are rolled off some, but mids are warm, luscious and intimate. In fact, before RHA's offering knocked them off, they were on Tyll's list of recommendations on Innerfidelity.com

Regarding how they're worn...

Do not wear them straight down. They must go over the ear. However, only for exercise do I run the cable down my back. All other times (including walking around shopping), I clip the cable to the front of my shirt and run the cable over my ears, but down the front.

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[General Accessories] jRi0T68:
I'd add, though, that if I ever managed to set aside enough $ to upgrade, Alex, I'd be happy to loan you my Shures for a week or two. Alas, life happens.

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[General Accessories] Jay Rock:
That clears things up a bit. Do you have any opinion on the Audio Technica ATH CKX9 headphones? I just ordered those cause of the C tip thing and they included Comply foam tips. But still have time to cancel if necessary :P
[General Accessories] vectron:
I tested CKX9 before, you can see the review of CKX9 and CKX7 in my list (link in sig). I didn't like CKX7 sound, but CKX9 was nice, though v-shaped with scooped mids. Obviously those were review units, I don't have it anymore, so just go by memory and reading though my reviews (which someone could be a bit over-optimistic based on first impression). Personally, I prefer Monster iSport Victory better (the same stabilizers) because they had as detailed bass and mids were more leveled/balanced. But it also costs more money, about $42 more based on what I saw on amazon. If you don't care about detailed upfront leveled vocals, CKX9 are great.
[General Accessories] mo976:
Thanks for the link, searching the Logitech store brings up nothing!

The $20 knockoff from ebay was a disaster... and I finally have a friend that is going to New York today and can bring them back for me.

I ordered two!
[General Accessories] Ferg8080:
Posted this query and saw in your thread you mention remotes/mics. I was wondering if there are IEMs or add-ons for IEMs which would allow the user to hear what someone standing nearby is saying to them or being able to hear public announcements. Yes I can still hear people with the IEMs in but its sometimes difficult. Hence my original post and decision to try out headphones.

Thanks
[General Accessories] iccolatte:
I'm using Hippo Pro One. The best IEM i've ever used..
[General Accessories] j123123:
thanks