 Sennheiser with another phenomenal product |
| Review Date: July 30, 2008 |
| Reviewer: S. Hammerslag, Thousand Oaks, CA |
Like everyone else...I'm always on the lookout for the perfect pair of earbuds for my listening habits. I'm mostly a hip hop fan, so obviously this review will tend to lean in that direction.
For years, I always thought iPods just were crap when it came to sound quality. My problem was that I didn't find the earbuds that suited my listening style. It really wasn't the iPods fault...it was my fault. I didn't test out different brands of earbuds. I came across a pair of Sennheiser CX300s that were highly recommended by a buddy of mine. I was in love. No matter what MP3 player I hooked them up to, I enjoyed every minute of my listening experience.
Fast forward two years to this weekend. I was listening to my trusty CX300s when a call came in my iPhone. I couldn't answer it. I had to pull out my plugs, pull my iPhone out of my pocket and answer it. That's just not going to work going forward. So I set out to find out if Sennheiser made a pair of CX300s with a mic and a play/pause/answer/end button on it. Turns out they do. They come in the form of the MM50 iP (be SURE it comes with iP at the end of the model number as the MM50 regulars have the 2.5mm plug for regular cell phones). These are basically exactly the same as my CX300s when it comes to the listening experience, which in my book, is excellent.
Build Quality:
It seems to me, most of the complaints from the aftermarket headphones is that they break to easily, or one ear stops working, etc. Like I said, I've had my CX300s for about 2 years and they have been flawless to this day. Hell, I still will go on using them at the gym with my tiny Creative player I carry there. The cords are relatively thin so the cord noise is minimal although not completely eliminated. They come with three sizes of ear buds but no carrying case whatsover, which is kind of disappointing seeing as how the competitors mostly do.
Sound:
This is where I love the Sennheiser MM50 iPs. They are one of the only earbuds I found where I'm completely satisfied with the low end. They are very loud and very clear when it comes to the bass. They definitely won't blow you away with the midrange and highs, but they are pretty clear and distinctive. From an overall sound standpoint, I don't feel these can be beat...especially under 100 bucks. Some headphones will have better highs and mids, but they will fade out when it comes to bass (hello Etynomic, Shure & Ultimate Ears)...and others will be very good from a bass perspective, but fall flat on the high/mid end (hello Bose and Vmoda). These are a perfect balance in my eyes.
Fit:
This is an interesting one. They come with three sets of sleeves (small, medium and large). My CX300s fit perfectly with the middle sized sleeves. These new ones fit perfectly with the small sleeves. Weird. Not a big deal at all, but it's weird since the sleeves are all the same size...I just got a better seal with the small ones on the new MM50 iPs. If they are anything like the CX300s, I'll be able to wear them for hours at a time without fatigue. They are just a heckova set of earbuds when it comes to comfort.
Conclusion:
Anyway...all in all, I'm extremely happy with these buds. Sennheiser hasn't let me down yet when it comes to SQ on the iPod/iPhone line of Mp3 players. I want to reiterate, since I'm sure someone will do it...MAKE SURE YOU GET THE IP VERSION OF THE MM50s...they are the ones with the 3.5mm jack (as well as the slim plug for the first generation iPhone's recessed jack). |
No regrets
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| Review Date: September 20, 2008 |
| Reviewer: Patrick Dowell, New York, NY |
Having spent $400 on the original iphone, I wanted headphones to match the aesthetic and functionality of the device. I am a big fan of the earbuds so initially I went with the V-Moda headphones. I had to replace the first set fairly quickly, and the second set lasted me about 6 months before they started cutting in and out on one side. The V-Moda sounded good, but they really weren't built to be durable.
When I got the new iphone 3G, I debated sending that second set of V-Moda headphones in. That seemed like too much trouble though, so I decided to just try something new. I had heard of the Sennheiser brand and the reviews on here were positive, so I gave it a shot. And I was impressed with what I got.
The headphones sound great and seem quite durable. I've had them now for two months and haven't had any issues with them. They're designed so that the cord goes around the back of your head, which is actually nice because it makes it easy to take them off without dropping them; they just sort of hang on your shoulders. I walk around NYC a lot, and I can hear my music fine whether on the street or in the subway. They also do good job on planes. They don't completely cancel out background noise though, so you can still have a sense of stuff going on around you. I've also had no problems talking on them through the built-in mic.
Overall, I feel like good iphone headphones could cost a little less than they do, but I feel completely satisfied with what I got for the price I paid. These aren't top of the line headphones, but they're a huge step up from what Apple gives you and worth the price. |
Best iPhone Headset Available
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| Review Date: August 8, 2008 |
| Reviewer: O. Lippert, Los Angeles |
Short and simple:
1. Precise sound with high quality Low, Mid, High range for all of your iPhone music, and Yes the Bass is truly impressive.
2. The in-ear buds fit very snug, without any need of adjustment for clear sound ambient noise cancellation.
3. The headset is lightweight, sturdy, and delivers clear sound through it's mic.
4. A chord perfectly measured for a phone attached to the waist belt.
5. The chord is very lightweight, although it will require care when handling since it is very thin.
6. You know you are getting a good product with a Sennheiser product, and it's under $100 (barely). |
Incredible Sound - and is fabulous for the iPhone
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| Review Date: October 16, 2008 |
| Reviewer: R. Markham, San Francisco, CA |
I first got these because I got tired of the ones that came with my iPhone falling out of my ears - so I did some research and these looked great. The first day - I was so amazed at the sound quality - I was telling my husband about it - and he tried mine - he then wouldnt give them back!! I had to get a second pair.. Reading the reviews below someone rated it low because it blocked too much outside noise? OMG! Thats a GOOD thing!! Yes its true... it blocks outside noises but if I am doing somehting slightly dangerous like walking in the city - I take one of them out... (common sense here).
I LOVE THESE and yes! the three different size buds are wonderful! made to fit everyone!
If you want the best - this is it!! |
Liked them so much that I'm getting them again
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| Review Date: November 28, 2008 |
| Reviewer: C. OROURKE, Newport, RI USA |
These are great iPhone headphones. The earbuds are very comfortable, and the sound quality through the microphone appears to be good (judging by the number of "huh? what'd you say?" responses on the other end, compared to the Apple-supplied iPhone headphones). I am admittedly no expert at headphone sound quality, but they sound good to me.
Last night my cat tore my month-old pair to shreds, so I bought another one today. Can't wait for them to come in!
If I had any complaint at all, it's that they're TOO good at blocking out outside noise; I have to be extra vigilant when I'm walking down the street so I don't get hit by an unheard truck, even if the music is paused. |
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