On 2008-07-09, Adrian C wrote:
John Phillips wrote:
Does anyone have any recommendations about good enough in-ear headphones
for a portable MP3 player (no extra amplifier) for use when travelling?
Specific models or general advice about what to look out for and what
to avoid?

For in-ear 'phones the Creative EP-630 / Sennheiser CX300 is good value
(search Amazon for reviews, both are similar), but has a bit of a
'rappers delight' bass hump which may not do too well with classical
music of a certain sort. This design is very good on outside sound
isolation and sensitivity (so good battery life) but the rubberised
leads tend to catch clothing which you can hear as a thump-thump noise.

Thanks. They do seem to be bought in large quantities and well received.

I see replacement buds in 10-packs are widely available in the
three sizes. Is it necessary/wise to change these often? That is,
in selecting a set of in-ear 'phones is it wise to check on the ready
availability of replacement earbuds? I assume so because of the need
to clean off the earwax contamination.

I note also the issue of the leads transmitting sound to the ear.
Is this a common issue with in-ear 'phones?

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John Phillips