Typical price: £199
What is it: High-end sound-isolating earphones
What we think: Excellent sound quality but the competition offers better for less money
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 8 August 2007
Tags: shure, drivers, cable, noise
We like:
General sound quality; great sound-isolation; comfortable
We don't like:
Price; lack of deep bass; lack of precise highs; takes a bit of getting used to stuffing them in the ears
You might also need:
A music player; ears
CNET UK judgement:
High-performing sound-isolating earphones, but for half as much again you'll get twice the performance. Competing earphones offer better low and high performance for less money. Some wil argue that the method of wearing Shure earphones is too pro for the casual listener, however as an upgrade to a cheaper Shure model, you'll be very pleased
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