Just been reading the US edition of technology magazine Wired. They have a review of dual driver ear phones.
Even if you spend your money on a top of the range iPod Classic you still get a pair of basic earphones, which in manufacturing cost terms must be around 50p worth of equipment. OK, they still look cool even after all these years but they’re hardly the best way to enjoy your iPod and your CD ripping prowess.
Take a step up, get better ear furniture. Which is what this review does, looking at these dual-driver items you will get far better sound from the same digital audio files. Wired test four pairs, Galaxy Audio EB10, NOCS NS800, Ultimate Ears UE700 and Apple’s own In-Ear Headphones with Remote and Mic. Dolar prices range from $79 right up to $280 for the Galaxy offering.
The accolade of Editor’s pick goes to the Galaxy, not surprising as these are the most expensive. What impressed me is that even though the Apple buds are two years old, they stand up pretty well in comparison. Reading the review I’d find it hard to justify spending nearly three times the money, I think I’d go with Apple’s offering and enjoy the extra functionality.
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