How long is the life expectancy of this earphones? For someone using these almost everyday but not too much
1289295
these had a high rating for sound quality. they sound better and are heavier built than the cheapies I use to buy! I put my shooting muffs over them while I mow lawn and they are great...
1289296
With my old pair they lasted me 6 months but that was with very heavy use (running everyday with them, and basically having them in a majority of the day).
1289297
I wear mine for about an hour each day, listening to audiobooks on my commute or while I putter around the house. The first pair lasted a year before the sound in one ear cut out. The second pair is still going strong at eleven months, but I ordered a new pair in anticipation of their demise. I think it's a fair lifespan for $10 headphones, and I like everything else about them.
1289298
Used these daily in a demanding outdoor work environment for the last year and they still work great. Highly recommended.
1289299
I've had these headphones for a few months now and they appear to be fairly sturdy. I don't have any idea about the longevity of them, but it's worth the modest investment risk to take the chance.
1289300
Mine lasted for about 5 months with normal use, no jogging or anything particularly stressful. I don't think I would buy them again for that reason.
1289301
Are the other colors the same product? I noticed a slightly different letter and price.
1289302
Depending on how rough you are with them, they can last for months or days. I have a pair I use at the office that is about a year old and still just about perfect. Another pair had the wires pulled out of the plug when I snagged them getting out of a chair. Not the fault of the earbuds, just a clumsy user. They do tend to take more abuse than the average economy earbuds I used to buy. It does help to keep them clean which is pretty easy with this design as the silicone earpieces come off easily and are easy to clean. The sound channel is wide open, so it's easy to remove any debris that may have gotten caught in it. Depending on how rough you are with them, they can last for months or days. I have a pair I use at the office that is about a year old and still just about perfect. Another pair had the wires pulled out of the plug when I snagged them getting out of a chair. Not the fault of the earbuds, just a clumsy user. They do tend to take more abuse than the average economy earbuds I used to buy. It does help to keep them clean which is pretty easy with this design as the silicone earpieces come off easily and are easy to clean. The sound channel is wide open, so it's easy to remove any debris that... » Read More Depending on how rough you are with them, they can last for months or days. I have a pair I use at the office that is about a year old and still just about perfect. Another pair had the wires pulled out of the plug when I snagged them getting out of a chair. Not the fault of the earbuds, just a clumsy user. They do tend to take more abuse than the average economy earbuds I used to buy. It does help to keep them clean which is pretty easy with this design as the silicone earpieces come off easily and are easy to clean. The sound channel is wide open, so it's easy to remove any debris that may have gotten caught in it. « Show Less
1250899
Got them during summer of 1998 or 1999. They have probably about 500-1000 hours of use. They outlasted the Headroom headphone amplifier I bought them with. I still use them a couple times per week and the sound quality doesn't seem lacking. I'm only here shopping for replacement earpads and was surprised to see this model is still in production.
805922
I use them pretty much everyday, and the covers haven't come off yet, in about 3 or 4 months or so. On most headphones like this they come off pretty quickly for me, so these have been an exception.
720783
I had the exact same problems with the e2c headphones many years ago. Cord around the ears starts getting stiffer after a couple of months then the plastic begins to crack and the wires become exposed. The warranty replacement is awesome but I would rather have an earphone that lasts more than a year.I purchased the e4c headphones in 2006 and the cord seems to be made of a different material so it hasn't cracked after three years of daily wearing.
568888
I've had mine for about 6 months now, using them about every day, and thus far the only thing that has shown any wear is the leather-esque ear padding, which has started to gently loosen. This is a very insignificant thing to me, though if you intend on putting substantial wear on your set, it could lead to the material coming loose. That, however, is why I would deem these headphones as something that should not be out and about too much; an amazing at home/studio pair of headphones, not a pair to wear while dirt biking.
1909079
They actually lasted almost exactly a year (usually on full volume). I bought them Oct. 11, 2014 and about a week ago the sub woofer blew out. They were usually at 75% volume and sometimes higher so it makes sense that they lasted that long. If you will have them at full blast most of the time, I would look elsewhere. Otherwise, they are great speakers.
1283144
I only use mine for 1 to 2 hours a day. I've had them for 7 months and have not had a problem with them.
1653292
Yeah the sound is good. I just bought a cheap pair of Maxell earbuds to replace and the AGPtek sound better. But I wouldn't get them. The batteries wear out too soon. I wore mine 5 days a week for around 3-4 hrs a day avg charging while I drove. They lasted maybe 5 mo.
1300197
Have had no problems at all with the build of these headphones since I purchased them 4 or 5 months ago. Seem like they will last a long time. Depends on what you'll use them for but best suited for hooking up to a/v receiver or a headphone amp for at home use.
1488163
I had my first pair for 10 months before I lost them, but they still worked. My second pair lasted 9 months but I am extremely hard on my headphones and use them all the time (an hour or more daily).
214455
I am not sure about your question. I believe these headphones have been out for about 2 years.
1973428
This is a tough question to answer. I feel like, in general, they are more durable than the classic style of earbuds with a rounded cable, but I don't have any physical proof of this. I know that the older generation of these headphones that I owned held up to abuse pretty well; I generally just tossed them in my pocket and they still lasted over a year. That being said, they aren't going to be as durable as the ear buds marketed for sports/activity. I think overall they are well constructed and they have been kept almost exclusively waded up in my pocket for a couple months without visible wear. This is a tough question to answer. I feel like, in general, they are more durable than the classic style of earbuds with a rounded cable, but I don't have any physical proof of this. I know that the older generation of these headphones that I owned held up to abuse pretty well; I generally just tossed them in my pocket and they still lasted over a year. That being said, they aren't going to be as durable as the ear buds marketed for sports/activity. I think overall they are well constructed and they have been kept almost exclusively waded up in my pocket for a couple months without visible... » Read More This is a tough question to answer. I feel like, in general, they are more durable than the classic style of earbuds with a rounded cable, but I don't have any physical proof of this. I know that the older generation of these headphones that I owned held up to abuse pretty well; I generally just tossed them in my pocket and they still lasted over a year. That being said, they aren't going to be as durable as the ear buds marketed for sports/activity. I think overall they are well constructed and they have been kept almost exclusively waded up in my pocket for a couple months without visible wear. « Show Less
1246437
I use mine three to four days a week and have been using them for four months. They are still working well. I have used more expensive brands that have not lasted as long. They also fit my ears better than any other brand. I seldom get any water in my ears.
1608795
They are good quality. 20 years? I have had them for 2 years now and they seem to be doing ok. However I cannot assess whether they will last 20 years. If you are looking for a good long term investment in your audio setup it may be better to look for options that explicitly guarantee long term duration, as this ones don't say anything about that. In my opinion, if these babies give you 5+ years, it was already a good investment, as I love the sound they have.
2162661
I've had mine since last summer and they're still going strong. I use them about 10 hours a week and they show no signs of wear and tear. The audio quality isn't as good as the 2013 Beats Mixr or studio headphones but the Sol's are physically strong, maybe even stronger than the Beats.
765559
I have a pair that is going out on one side. Had them about 2 years and really like them. I think the problem is in the plug connection on mine. I use them at work mostly and when I cut the grass. I work as an aircraft mechanic and they block out the noise of jet engines as well as the hearing protectors I have. They have the same tri-flange design and fit very comfortably in my ears, and can wear them for hours at a stretch without fatigue. Sound is good too, but I'm probably not the best judge of sound quality, as I have a little bit of hearing loss at certain frequencies. I wish they lasted longer, but I give them a good bit of abuse. I have a pair that is going out on one side. Had them about 2 years and really like them. I think the problem is in the plug connection on mine. I use them at work mostly and when I cut the grass. I work as an aircraft mechanic and they block out the noise of jet engines as well as the hearing protectors I have. They have the same tri-flange design and fit very comfortably in my ears, and can wear them for hours at a stretch without fatigue. Sound is good too, but I'm probably not the best judge of sound quality, as I have a little bit of hearing loss at certain frequencies. I wish they... » Read More I have a pair that is going out on one side. Had them about 2 years and really like them. I think the problem is in the plug connection on mine. I use them at work mostly and when I cut the grass. I work as an aircraft mechanic and they block out the noise of jet engines as well as the hearing protectors I have. They have the same tri-flange design and fit very comfortably in my ears, and can wear them for hours at a stretch without fatigue. Sound is good too, but I'm probably not the best judge of sound quality, as I have a little bit of hearing loss at certain frequencies. I wish they lasted longer, but I give them a good bit of abuse. « Show Less
1891551
Not too sure, however I can vouch for their durability. Keep them away from sharp objects and they should last for the life of the headphones.