I'm interested in these headphones but wondering in general: Why are the cords only 4' in length? Am I missing something or do people sit that close
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These are terrific headphones. Don't let the chord tail wag the dog. Four feet is fine for my use. I once had a set of headphones and added about 8' in length to the chord and noticed a degradation in sound. Perhaps 4' is the ideal length. You could always add a bluetooth adaptor if you needed more space between the source and the headphone.
608992
I think the cords are short because they expect that the headphones will be used with portable music players. I have several extension cords that I use in other listening situations. Remember one of the cords has a remote control for iPhone etc. with a microphone. Also the cord can attach to either side for convenience in portable use. Who wants to walk around with 20 feet of cord rolled up in your pocket?
608993
Your are correct about the length of the cable. I found it to be too short for my use and DIYed a cable. You can find a longer headphone cable but you must ensure that it has the appropriate 1/8" (3.5mm) stereo plug with extended shaft, similar to what you will find for portable music players or cell phones. The end connecting to the left side must be the type that will insert into the recessed connection, like the extended shaft on this Amphenol plug: http://www.mouser.ie/ProductDetail/Amphenol-Audio/KS3PC-AU/?qs=sGAEpiMZZMumZtdVBplilw2%2fibSMC4t6
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http://gizmodo.com/getting-a-shorter-headphone-cable-will-change-your-life-573398634
1874087
Very good observation!!! I bought this item to listen to music at work without the inconvenience of being connected to wires. When I first read "up to 328 feet", i was sold. Frankly, i don't think i paid too much attention to the 32.8 ft until after i went back to read it, but by this time, I had already purchased it. The earphones work fine if I'm in close range of the micro-usb adapter, but if i go too far from it (more than 30 feet), it starts distorting and eventually shuts off.
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Its kind of weird. The cord coming from the earphones is a combination mic / headphone jack. Just like a wired cell phone headset. It also comes with an extension adapter to separate the mic and headphone jacks so it can go into your computer. The total length is maybe 3 feet. Not too long, I doubt you could get up and walk around.
1063480
They are the length of regular headphones. Approximately 4 feet from their earbuds to the jack. They are great headphones, lightweight with a surprisingly great sound just burn them in first.
1278821
The headphones have a modular cable so it can be 2ft or 4ft depending on which cable you use. Hope this helps!
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the cords mess up,i just bought a generic on amazon the other day as the original didnt last no tine and they cost almost $30 the others $10http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NV60A00/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc;=1&smid;=A1LENG22PRMS3H is the others. love the earphones but i dont think the ar gonna hold up and you get no help from anyone.mine are only about 4 monthes old.I mow lawns and use earmoffs over them so they are well protected.i held of buying these as they were pricey should have just kept buying the cheap ones. buy these and shop around they are good till they break and then you dont mint trashing them. MEE audio Sport-Fi M6 Noise Isolating In-Ear Headphones with Memory Wire (Black) the cords mess up,i just bought a generic on amazon the other day as the original didnt last no tine and they cost almost $30 the others $10http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NV60A00/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc;=1&smid;=A1LENG22PRMS3H is the others. love the earphones but i dont think the ar gonna hold up and you get no help from anyone.mine are only about 4 monthes old.I mow lawns and use earmoffs over them so they are well protected.i held of buying these as they were pricey should have just kept buying the cheap ones. buy these and shop around they are good till they break and... » Read More the cords mess up,i just bought a generic on amazon the other day as the original didnt last no tine and they cost almost $30 the others $10http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NV60A00/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_2?ie=UTF8&psc;=1&smid;=A1LENG22PRMS3H is the others. love the earphones but i dont think the ar gonna hold up and you get no help from anyone.mine are only about 4 monthes old.I mow lawns and use earmoffs over them so they are well protected.i held of buying these as they were pricey should have just kept buying the cheap ones. buy these and shop around they are good till they break and then you dont mint trashing them. MEE audio Sport-Fi M6 Noise Isolating In-Ear Headphones with Memory Wire (Black) « Show Less
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Hi Dan... I just had the opportunity to use my headphones and found that they do NOT block the sound as much as I would like. I also noticed there's been a price INCREASE of $9 since I purchased my set! Hope this helps....
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First of all, if you put them 6 feet apart, you tmay lose the center channel. May be too much right and left only. However, the connecting cable is 3 feet on each speaker, so they can be put just about 6 feet apart, not closer to 5 feet as someone else stated. Since the cable allows it, it should sound ok. Mine are about 2 1/2 feet apart and could use to be further go create more left and right. They sound good for their price, but I got them at a big discount in a sale. Regular price seems a little high to me. I would try them. Also, they only come in white. Personally black would be better as they stand out in white. Hope this helps. First of all, if you put them 6 feet apart, you tmay lose the center channel. May be too much right and left only. However, the connecting cable is 3 feet on each speaker, so they can be put just about 6 feet apart, not closer to 5 feet as someone else stated. Since the cable allows it, it should sound ok. Mine are about 2 1/2 feet apart and could use to be further go create more left and right. They sound good for their price, but I got them at a big discount in a sale. Regular price seems a little high to me. I would try them. Also, they only come in white. Personally black would be... » Read More First of all, if you put them 6 feet apart, you tmay lose the center channel. May be too much right and left only. However, the connecting cable is 3 feet on each speaker, so they can be put just about 6 feet apart, not closer to 5 feet as someone else stated. Since the cable allows it, it should sound ok. Mine are about 2 1/2 feet apart and could use to be further go create more left and right. They sound good for their price, but I got them at a big discount in a sale. Regular price seems a little high to me. I would try them. Also, they only come in white. Personally black would be better as they stand out in white. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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The cords longer so one can go around your neck. The long one should be the right headphone, so you move it from your left side, around your neck, to the right side, then you can put it on. It's like that so it wont get in your way I think.
1220094
It is fairly long, I have a 10 foot cord on my Sennheisers and when I compare them to Grado, Grados are a few feet shorter. Still longer than regular on-the-go headphones, though.
901974
Yes, that is exactly why I have come - the headphones don't fit if you push the jack in all the way. What have you done? Did you return yours to the store, or did you contact the manufacturer?
974956
Thats a personal preference question. Could it be done? Yes. Would I find it comfortable personally, no. I think they would be too large, however, I've seen people working out with large headphones on so its a personal preference.
569639
Yea they would be fine but the cord may be alittle short so just get a cord exstender, besides that, they sound and feel great!
1610557
I got a chance to talk to monster guys. He told that I can replace the earphones but he is not sure that if I will receive the earphones with the right angle connector. BTW... i am planning to return these as it doesnt feel comfortable at all. Sound wise its excellent but i have considerable pain in my ears after wearing them for 1 hour. I tried all the eartips, but nothing seems to be comfortable. Any suggestions???
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Harry -- I'm not sure what you mean, but the cords attached to the phones directly should be not be fooled with as they are hard-wired. However, u can use what ever audio extension cord to connect the built-in 1/8" miniplug to plug into your standard 1/4" plug, and for as long, length wise, as you like. These are NOT WiFi headphones unless u plug them into a laptop in a WiFi -wired cafe or restaurant. Hope this helps!
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Well, you plug them into your media player, put them on your head... Hah just kidding; I wouldn't recommend these for the gym. They would be too bulky and your ears would sweat so you'd be uncomfortable. The cord is way too long- you could use a rubber band or a cord clip to shorten it but it would still get in the way. Trust me, it's REALLLY long. Probably about six feet long- made for using in a bedroom setting listening to the TV. (The description probably says what the actual length is btw.) If you are willing to deal with an annoyingly long cord and sweaty ears while you are at the gym (presumably working out) then I guess these could work... unless you use the gym to, say... swim or do gymnastics. But why bother? You can buy cheaper, more practical headphones for the purpose of exercising. And also- if you want can-style because you think they're better at noise blocking- these won't work for you either. My earbuds actually block out twice as much sound as these headphones do, so if that's your case- pass on these. Hope that helps.
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I have a pair of these headphones. All I can say about fitting a 9 and 14 year old are that they adjust like most headphones. The ear pieces are full size, but since they adjust up and down they should not be any worse fitting than other headphones. ON the other hand if other headphones are a problem, then these will not be any better. I see these are being discontinued and are being sold for $30 now on Amazon. For $30, these headphones have excellent sound quality. One not so good thing, if you are getting them because they fold up, is that they are still fairly large even when they are folded up. Be aware of that. I have a pair of these headphones. All I can say about fitting a 9 and 14 year old are that they adjust like most headphones. The ear pieces are full size, but since they adjust up and down they should not be any worse fitting than other headphones. ON the other hand if other headphones are a problem, then these will not be any better. I see these are being discontinued and are being sold for $30 now on Amazon. For $30, these headphones have excellent sound quality. One not so good thing, if you are getting them because they fold up, is that they are still fairly large even when they are... » Read More I have a pair of these headphones. All I can say about fitting a 9 and 14 year old are that they adjust like most headphones. The ear pieces are full size, but since they adjust up and down they should not be any worse fitting than other headphones. ON the other hand if other headphones are a problem, then these will not be any better. I see these are being discontinued and are being sold for $30 now on Amazon. For $30, these headphones have excellent sound quality. One not so good thing, if you are getting them because they fold up, is that they are still fairly large even when they are folded up. Be aware of that. « Show Less