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Sennheiser IE 8 sound-isolating earphones review
We loved the way the Sennheiser IE 8 sound-isolating earphones added warmth and depth to our broad music collection. With the added bonus of being able to manually adjust the bass, these earphones are more than worthy competitors to the Shure SE530s. Be prepared to have your music rocked Read more
27 November 2008 by Nate Lanxon
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Shure SE530 noise-isolating headphones review
If you're obsessive about music you owe your ears Shure's SE530 noise-cancelling headphones. They may cost £330, but they're worth every penny -- they make every other pair of earbuds seem vastly inferior Read more
25 May 2007 by Nate Lanxon
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Denon AH-D7000 headphones review
These Denon AH-D7000s are the most exciting headphones of the year, and they've trumped our previous favourites, the D5000s. At £800 they're very expensive, but they also provide excellent sound quality with rock, folk, acoustic, electronic and metal alike Read more
20 October 2008 by Nate Lanxon
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Denon AH-D5000 headphones review
Quite simply, the Denon AH-D5000 blew us away. Although they are encased in mahogany, this set of cans is surprisingly light. More importantly, listening to music through these headphones is like an orgy for your ears, but are you ready for this calibre of sound? Read more
28 September 2007 by Nate Lanxon
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Klipsch Custom-3 earphones review
The Klipsch Custom-3 earphones are a high-end choice for people who value a quality audio experience. Their design isn't for everyone, but the velvety smooth, warm sound quality is beautiful, particularly for those listening to acoustic singer/songwriters or jazz music Read more
7 July 2008 by Nate Lanxon
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Jays q-Jays sound-isolating earphones review
The Jays q-Jays are the world's smallest dual-armature earphones, providing both a sub and a tweeter in each earpiece. With their diminutive size, the 'phones fit snugly into any ear, but still provide impressive sound quality on the toughest of tracks. With these small 'phones, you'll get big sound Read more
31 October 2007 by Nate Lanxon
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Denon AH-D2000 headphones review
The Denon AH-D2000s are among the most open-sounding pairs of closed headphones we've ever heard. They provide masses of detail in all genres of music as well as a sonically neutral, balanced sound. Considering their price range, these cans are terrific value for money Read more
30 May 2008 by Nate Lanxon
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Philips SHE9850 sound-isolating earphones review
The Philips SHE9850 reach towards the higher end of sound-isolating earphones. They certainly reach the top in terms of comfort and their lightweight construction make them great for use at the gym. For all types of music, these are an excellent choice of 'phones Read more
12 June 2008 by Nate Lanxon
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Sony DR-BT50 Bluetooth headphones review
Sony's new DR-BT50s are ultra-stylish headphones aimed at the trendy 20-somethings who want to rock out with their MP3-laden mobile phone. With a built-in microphone, a set of music-player controls and even folder-navigation buttons, the DR-BT50s have potential Read more
28 June 2007 by Nate Lanxon
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Sennheiser IE 6 review
The entry-level model in Sennheiser's IE range, the IE 6s are a cracking pair of earphones, with a warm sound and a voice suitable for pretty much any kind of music. Available at under £100, they're also sensibly priced compared to the competition Read more
6 January 2009 by Nate Lanxon
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