| | |  | 3G iPod Nano silicon case | Home » » Q:Electronics Noise-Isolating Earbuds (Black) | | | | | | | Description: | | Listen to clear, unimpeded sound through these Q:Electronics Noise-Isolating Ear Buds. With three (3) sizes of ear bud tips included to provide the most comfortable fit, bringing out the bass and really clearing up the higher ranges. These are NOT Noise-Canceling Headphones that reduce the lower-decibel level sounds like drone of airplane engines or AC fans. Noise-Isolating headphones/ear buds block out the higher-decibel level sounds like talking or the clicking sounds of keyboards or keypads. | | | Features: | |
• Super-light, ear-buds perfect for active lifestyles
• Noise-Isolating technology for clear sound
• Strong, thick PVC cord
• One (1) meter long cord
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| 0.07 pounds | | Package Length:
| 5.6 inches | | Package Width:
| 4.9 inches | | Package Height:
| 0.4 inches | | Package Weight:
| 0.15 pounds | | Average Customer Rating:
|  based on 67 reviews |
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41 of 45 found the following review helpful:
 Great working ear buds...maybe too goodSep 21, 2009
By Jack Black II
"The Lost Brother"
After another reviewer left feedback on these ear buds, I decided to get a pair...that day (I usually get my items will call since I live close by to their warehouse.) After initial use, these are definitely superior to the cheap ones I got at Wal-mart (no bis surprise.)
The Pros:
1. These come with three sizes of pads so if the medium-size ones that come on the ears don't fit, you can go larger or smaller. For me, the medium size ones fit much better than the others.
2. These ear buds are very comfortable. They fit nicely in my ears and I used them for over an hour without any pain or discomfort. With many I've used, I usually start getting some discomfort after 30-45 minutes as they put pressure on my ears.
3. The pads create a great seal, so good that they actually cut out a lot of the talking that is in the office, so I was able to get a lot done during that time.
4. These worked so well on the talking level sounds (that noise-canceling earphones generally don't cut out) that I actually tried them on with my noise-canceling headphones to see how much they would cut out together. WOW, when I closed my eyes, I felt like I was going through sensory deprivation as I could barely make out any sound! It was nice for a while--but kind of creepy that I couldn't hear when people walked up behind me.
5. They look great--not like the cheap Wal-mart ones I used to get.
The Cons:
1. The little fabric cover on the inside seemed to come off just a little in one spot as I was changing out the pads--shouldn't be a huge problem as I won't be switching them out again...ever...
2. If you're not careful, these may get you in trouble. As I said above, they cut out a lot of the talking-level noise. This was great for my focus, but my boss was a little upset that I wouldn't respond to him when he called me. So take it as you want--good or bad--these really cut the noise out. Just be careful if you're on a bike, running, or in places where you need to have some level of hearing as these can really cut out the background noise (seems to be higher level sounds, not the lower sounds that noise-canceling headphones cut out.)
Overall, I would definitely recommend these ear buds--really good price for the product. I know what I'll be telling my mom to get for stocking stuffers this year--I just hope Q:Electronics does some promotions before Christmas to make it an even better deal!
--Updated 9/24/2009--
I just got a pair of Philips noise canceling ear buds for a trip I'm taking next month, but honestly, other than being able to cancel noise--at the lower decibel levels--I like my Q:Electronics ear buds much better. It could be that I like songs with more of a beat, with some bass, and the Q:Electronics ear buds really bring that out much better than the Philips ear buds. My opinion is that if you need noise canceling, just pay more for the headphones that do much better for noise canceling with less white noise, but if you are looking for good music quality, ear buds really put the sound much deeper in your ears so it sounds better. For the price, I'm glad I have the Q:Electronics ear buds--best buy for the buck.
--Updated 2/4/2010--
Ear buds are still working great! In fact, at the lower prices they are being sold for now, they make great gifts! I gave one to my sister for her birthday in December and then to my brother and dad for Christmas. They love them--especially the siblings in college. I'm keeping these on my gift-giving list for the future. Just as a side note--I have another friend who also got some--after my recommendation--and they didn't fit right for her at first, kind of hurt her ears, but after she switched to the smaller sized pads they fit much better and didn't hurt. So that is a disclaimer on my recommendation on these, everyone's ears are different so you'll have to find the right fit for your own ears.
10 of 10 found the following review helpful:
 Great phones, great value...Mar 17, 2010
By Peter Iglesia
"Metfan"
PROS:
Great sound coming from these little headphones
Extra earbuds
Not noise canceling, but does a good job of keeping outside noise out, especially considering the price.
Great price
Durable case-- I put the headphones back in the packaging after each use and throw it anywhere in my laptop backpack. I'm not afraid of the headphones getting damaged in the backpack. OK, so I should probably be a little more careful, but I feel pretty good about tossing it in there.
CONS:
The tight packing of the headphones in the case forced me to CAREFULLY extract them from the case. I felt as if I had to pull on the wires so hard that the earpieces would separate from the wire. Took me way too log to get the headphones out. I still haven't gotten the extra earbuds out of the packaging yet, as they are packed at the bottom of the tube and my fingers can't reach them.
10 of 10 found the following review helpful:
Excellent valueFeb 11, 2010
By Robert Sweeney
I am listening to these IEMs right now and they sound great. For what its worth I own Sennheiser HD-595s ($180) and Grado SR-80 ($100) headphones and while both are clearly better sounding than these, the difference is not huge. These Q buds have good dynamics and nice midrange and highs. The bass is decent on classical music but it tends to sound somewhat muddy on rock music. They are better sounding and definitely more comfortable for me than the stock buds that came with my IPod Touch. For $10 with free shipping you can't beat them.
7 of 7 found the following review helpful:
Surely the Best Value That You Will Find in HeadphonesFeb 20, 2010
By Bert
Music is an integral part of my life. You would be hard-pressed to find me not walking around without my MP3 player. To this end, what I am using to listen to my music is highly important to me. As a student, products such as the Shure SE210 are out of my range. The Q:electronics Noise-isolating Ear Buds surpass the quality of any set you will find under $50.
Often, you get what you pay for: a pair of well-reviewed $30 Panasonic sound isolating buds I purchased last year fell apart to expose the internal wiring of the hardware with normal use after three months. You would think that you pay to get the trust and support of a brand-name like Panasonic, but apparently not. It was conveniently a few days past the warranty when I managed to brave the long waits of their customer service number. I was told by an outsourced customer service agent that there was absolutely nothing they were willing to do, although the product fell apart like peanut brittle.
I cannot say at this point whether the build quality of these earphones will be better than the aforementioned Panasonics. They have a bit of a more rugged build, but are still plastic. But if you happen to lose or destroy them you could buy three pairs for the price of Panasonic or Sony earbuds.
Most importantly, the audio quality of these earbuds are superb for the price you pay. The range far surpasses any of the three brand-name pairs that I have owned over the past two years, with deep bass that does not rattle and crisp highs. The noise isolating feature works well, with a good seal provided by a properly selected rubber tip.
It is likely that you are listening to an MP3 compressed at 256kbps or below anyway - Amazon and iTunes use this compression rate, with old, protected iTunes songs at a staggeringly low 128kbps. I doubt a pair of Shures will be able to squeeze out any more quality than the Q:electronics Noise-isolating earbuds. Furthermore, at this price you can buy a second pair as a back-up for when you break or lose them.
6 of 6 found the following review helpful:
 Great sound, not so durableApr 18, 2010
By anonymous
"anonymous"
Purchased 3 sets of these - one to use, one to keep in the office (almost daily use) and a spare. The sound quality is really good and I like the fit of the ear bud - iPod buds just don't fit in my ears and are not comfortable. However, the first pair i opened broke within a week; rubber on the end of the Q Ear Buds is pretty flimsy and I think the motion of frequently removing them from your ears makes them susceptible to breaking. It actually pulled the speaker out of the bud and it would not fit back into place. As i work in an open office, i use them a lot, but find myself frequently removing one or both buds when co-workers want to have a discussion or the phone rings.
Maybe the first pair was a lemon - the second pair has lasted about a month. For $7.99 a pair, it's a good deal, just be mindful of how you are going to use them, i don't think these are designed for durability.
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