As someone who really takes sound quality as a big factor, how do these sound compared to typical $30 skullcandys?
1844216
go with skull candy. these r cool but the zipper mechanism can actually be heard through the earphones. �
1844217
I guess if you are really particular about sound quality, then skull candy maybe better! But as far I know they have excellent sound quality for the price, never get tangled, its different and they have excellent customer service!
1111727
Are you listening to digital or analog recording? I have only listened to digital music with these, and they have had good response. Not having ever used say a $300 pair of headphones; I don't know how they would compare. They do beat the small earbuds by far; and are not too bad to sit for extended times on the head. You will have to sit up though, these are not that comfortable reclined or lying down.
1366053
I bought these as an all-purpose set of headphones, but I use them 80% for gaming and 20% for music/TV/etc. I mostly play multiplayer, also. In my opinion, they sound stunning in games. I can hear sounds in these that I can't with other headphones (mostly ones that cost less than $100).In AC4 multiplayer for example, there are sounds that give you indications about your pursuers and targets that are clearer with these than others.Surround would be nice but I'd have to pay a lot more to get it. As far as the mic goes, for $10 you can buy a cheap headphone/mic adapter and a mic to go with these (can also spend more on better quality ones, though). Anyway, hope this helps. I bought these as an all-purpose set of headphones, but I use them 80% for gaming and 20% for music/TV/etc. I mostly play multiplayer, also. In my opinion, they sound stunning in games. I can hear sounds in these that I can't with other headphones (mostly ones that cost less than $100).In AC4 multiplayer for example, there are sounds that give you indications about your pursuers and targets that are clearer with these than others.Surround would be nice but I'd have to pay a lot more to get it. As far as the mic goes, for $10 you can buy a cheap headphone/mic adapter... » Read More I bought these as an all-purpose set of headphones, but I use them 80% for gaming and 20% for music/TV/etc. I mostly play multiplayer, also. In my opinion, they sound stunning in games. I can hear sounds in these that I can't with other headphones (mostly ones that cost less than $100).In AC4 multiplayer for example, there are sounds that give you indications about your pursuers and targets that are clearer with these than others.Surround would be nice but I'd have to pay a lot more to get it. As far as the mic goes, for $10 you can buy a cheap headphone/mic adapter and a mic to go with these (can also spend more on better quality ones, though). Anyway, hope this helps. « Show Less
2280474
They don't bleed very much at all, which is kinda of a bad thing IMO. They don't really sound open to my ears. Semi-open possibly. You would be able to use them in an office setting pretty well, however these are not good headphones. I can't stress enough how poor the he-300's sound. These are not subjectively enjoyable, they just sound like a faulty design. The Sennheiser hd558 with foam mod walk circles around the he-300's. I suggest starting there.
1843989
I would say no on the mids... for the sound quality, what's impressive about the earphones is that they actually sound decent and compare favorably with many earphones costing $25 to $30. By that I mean you get a reasonable amount of both bass and detail, and they only tend to reveal their truly budget nature on quieter, more refined tracks (jazz, acoustical material) where they're apt to have a harsher edge. They also have their limitations with bass-heavy material.
250200
I cannot in truth say that they are the best because I have not compared them to other high-end IEMs. I previously used Shure SE530s with custom molds and since using the 846s (non-custom) I have experienced my music like never before. As others have written, the bass does not swamp the mids and highs which remain crystal clear. If you are not in a position to try other makes at a similar price point, you'll probably never know whether they are the best, but I'd be more than surprised if you were disappointed.
1145464
They're way better than the Skull Candy ones, and I'd say they're about the same as the Sonys, but the sound is a little clearer on the basses. The Sennheisers are also more comfortable than both by a good long way. They're not "isolation" headphones, so you'll hear outside noises, but they're great for swearing for hours at a time. I've had them for 2 years now, and I can't highly reccomned them highly enough.
367644
Median sound quality, but I'm an audio snob. They stomp normal earbuds into the dirt but they won't compare with proper studio head set. Static isn't an issue, they are very comfortable and compact. Excellent for jogging, walking, cycling, etc.
1745126
Let me make it simple and short. They are not like Bose type of headphones if thats what your refering to. If you want that type of quality mihjt as well buy the Bose. As for Skullcandy headphones outside noise still does enter in but with the price difference between Bose and Skullcandy you cant go wrong. These are my secind pair of these and the only reasonni would buy it again bcuz its good quality headphones with Bass which ar great when listening to music. Overall great phones for lower price.
1709302
They have very good treble and mid-range, bass is not so strong but fairly enough, depends on how you fit them in your system, they should be a good match.
1169598
Well I'm no professional on music. And I'm not to picky. i like them. I think you'll like then. Especially for the price. But not sure. Bass and music seem to be good for me at least.
1580450
I think they sound fantastic. They might be a little bass heavy for you, though. They clearly are built for genres that emphasize the low end, but it's not overpowering nor does it drown out the higher tones, although the mids ARE quite recessed. But again, the "midrange scoop" is pretty common.
1999931
they will do fine but honestly i would buy almost any other head phone in the world then these. the sound quality is not worth the price the apple ones which actually fit in your ear (both their high end one and their $40 option is a better buy)
1285891
If all you want is the highest quality regardless of price, Bose is usually the way to go. That said, these are very good in their own right and when you factor in the price difference you'll probably soon not really notice the difference unless you are constantly switching between the two. I bought these as a gift for my father who had these second to the Bose on his wish list due to the spec sheet (better high freq. suppression in Bose) - until I pointed out to him that according to his doctor's hearing tests for the past decade neither he nor his hearing aid are able to hear/replicate those frequencies - so the quality difference for him really is NOT noticeable. I have never used Beats nor know any who has, but reviews still rate the Bose higher - and for the money that the Beats cost - I'd probably stick with the Bose.
1210949
I have had skullcandy headphones in the past. Skullcandy have better bass than treble. These have a great balance of treble and bass, not overwhelming bass or treble.
813237
They're great at noise reduction, but I only have other in ear headphones as a point of reference, so I don't know they compare to something like bose.
391751
Yeah, the jbuds do sound a bir muffled to me. Well compared to my other in ear headphones. Just not very clear. I dont know its hard to tell. Its not super muffled like covering the speaker, but it is lacking in i "crispness" u could say