A Review of Sound Isolating Earphones
January 29, 2010
Sound Isolating Earphones are now very popular since MP3 players, IPods and even PDAs are engineered for downloading and playing massive quantities of music which comes with the same sound quality which we used to experience solely from large home stereos. Of course, the most effective sound equipment is no better than its sound delivery devices - and the earbuds you find packaged with each of the IPods are nearly worthless. Consequently, we will be learning about some respectable models of sound isolating earphones, which will permit you to experience the full potential of your MP3.
The Shure Sound Isolating Earphones are a fine illustration of successful sound delivery. This manufacturer established itself by making microphones for sound studios internationally, so one would presume they produce decent headphones also. Shure employs plastic as well as foam earbuds, but the foam earbuds are vastly improved, specifically in regards to their ability to transmit bass tones.
Even these foam earbuds, however, still transmit a very weak bass, but the high frequency tones are crystalline. Shure’s earphones may not produce sound-studio music, but you may be able to experience a respectable spectrum of audio regardless of the style of music you prefer.
Etymotic Research offers a fairly good set of sound isolation earphones they market as the ER-6 Isolators. For $139, it is a sensible value for a serious audiophile. These earphones are available with several different rubber or foam sleeves for your most effective fit. The ER-6s are by no means stylish, however they are lightweight and comfortable. The sound quality is good considering the expense, but if you listen to complex, layered music you could feel that many high frequency ranges and overtones are very hard to identify, though the bass sounds are quite clear. Another great option are the Sennheiser PXC-250 Active Noise Canceling Headphones.
Ultimate Ears is a relatively young brand which cut its teeth marketing sound equipment for professional musicians although it has recently started marketing consumer products. Ultimate Ears’ Super.fi 5EB comes with some quite impressive sound delivery. If you are drawn to bass-driven rock or dance tracks, these products will fulfill your requirements. The remainder of the sound spectrum is not well represented, unfortunately, so listening to Jazz tracks will quickly turn into an exercise in annoyance. The earpieces are a bit large and the whole design is uncomfortable, so the $199 list price might be a bit high unless you adore the bass guitar.
The earphones that you purchase with portableplayers are remarkably ineffective. If you plan to lay down hard-earned money for a few of these gizmos, you may as well add to it the expense of a effective couple of headphones just so you get your money’s worth.
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