Philips SHS3200 - Headphones ( over-the-ear )

Product Description

Ultra-comfortable for active use, these ergonomic earhook headphones bring fantastic quality music reproduction straight to your ears.

Customer Reviews:

ear buds.......2007-08-05

For me, these are the best and I've purchased them all. These are comfy and actually fit in the ear. I've bought extras after trying others just to have.

Better then my $35 'premium' version........2007-05-29

I replaced a 'premium' set of earbuds ( the Zune Premium Earphones ) that use the silicone skirt design with these. Complete satisfaction - they have never fallen out (even when I dropped my player, the cord unplugged before the earpeices could pull loose), the sound quality is great, and the soft rubbery earhooks are so comfy I forget I'm wearing them. I expected performance like this when I spent $40, but for $10? Very cool.

Awful!.......2007-02-10

They don't stay put! I was just sitting at my desk working and they fell out multiple times. Very poorly designed, and terrible for 'active use.' Besides that they hurt my ears, probably from having to replace them multiple times and trying to get them to stay put.

Philips Skylon Flight SBCHJ080 - Headphones ( over-the-ear )

Average customer rating:

great fit, great sound, but didn't last long

Philips Skylon Flight SBCHJ080 - Headphones ( over-the-ear )

Manufacturer: Philips
ProductGroup: CE
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ASIN: B0002SPD84

Product Description

Whether in homes, factories, offices, airports, or on the street, it's hard to imagine a place where Philips is absent. What Philips wants is to make your life and work easier - and more fun! And Philips continuously explores new ways to improve products and to offer innovative products to its consumers. Philips. "Let's Make Things Better".

Customer Reviews:

great fit, great sound, but didn't last long.......2007-09-12

I run a lot both outside and on a treadmill, and I sweat a lot. These were the best headphones I have had so far. They are the only ones that actually stayed in place for the entire duration of my long runs. Its a comfortable design, where the earbud doesn't really go all the way in your ear, only about half way, and then the clips hold them in place. It took me a while to figure it out, and it takes a few seconds to put them on, but like I said, they are awesome. Everything was great until today (about 3 months since I purchased them) when the sound started cutting in and out (on both ears but at different times). If I hold the cord in the perfect spot the sound is good, which indicates that its an issue with the headphones. Honestly, I guess its not that bad to have put them through almost daily abuse for 3 months, and only now to be having problems.

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They fit
Great fit, good sound, very sturdy!!!
A good fit for small ears
uh......

Philips Over-the-Ear Headphones (HS301)

Manufacturer: Philips
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ASIN: B000066IUN

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Customer Reviews:

They fit.......2007-02-01

I love these headphones unfortunately after 5yrs my last pair has broken. I really wish I had not lost my teal ones. They are great, I can wear them all day without any discomfort and I can still hear my surrounding they worked well for both office or gym. I really can't rate the audio quality I not picky. I have tried 4 or 5 other over the ear head phones and they all hurt, meant for bigger ears then mine. These head phones were great because they were so adjustable. The speaker could be moved up or down and also swiveled.

Great fit, good sound, very sturdy!!!.......2006-08-30

I bought these headphones about 3 years ago and until, sadly my roomie's cat ate them. Up to that point they sounded the same as they did the day I bought them. These are the most sturdy headphones I have ever owned (and I've gone through quite a few headphones!) Not only are they great quality, they fit very well!! They also sound great too!! They were DEFINATELY worth the money.

A good fit for small ears.......2005-08-20

I originally bought these earphones at Target and they worked great for me for several years. I eventually lost them, much to my chagrin, as I've been searching for inexpensive earphones for a good while now, and can't seem to find any that don't hurt. This pair fits both small ears and large ears just fine, which I've found is not all that common with earphones, and are definitely robust enough to work perfectly for many years. The earpiece rotates on these, which is important for comfort and is the main reason they fit lots of ears. The sound quality is probably not the best you can find, but it's definitely satisfactory and for the price you can't go wrong. I'd suggest looking for these if you're having trouble finding phones that don't fit your ears.

uh.............2005-07-26

i bought these headphones for 11 bucks seeing as that they were over the ears headphones they would stay on...well they fit REALLy snug on ur ears..but the bass on this thing is H.O.R.R.I.B.L.E...i wouldnt reccomend these.....now thats 11 bucks down the drain.

Philips SHJ080 - Headphones ( over-the-ear )

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Philips SHJ080 - Headphones ( over-the-ear )

Manufacturer: Philips
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Product Description

Style, durability and sound performance - you have it all in these top-of-the-line Nike Sport Skylon earhook headphones.Enjoy a snug, personalized fit and optimum stability, even when you're active or on the move. With 3-way adjustment, your comfort is guaranteed. Look after your headphone and stop the cable getting tangled by storing it in this handy soft pouch. Whether you are out running, cycling or taking part in any active pastime, this headphones will stay comfortably in your ear.

Philips HP550 Full Size Foldable Headphones

Average customer rating:

decent
Fantastic for the price!
3.75 Stars - Worth Amazon's Price
Excellent Headphones
Best headphones under $100? I don't think so, Amazon.

Philips HP550 Full Size Foldable Headphones

Manufacturer: Philips
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Product Features:

Folding, closed-ear headphone for home or portable use
Ergonomically shaped cushions ensure minimum sound leakage and maximum comfort
Sturdy hinges for frequent use and long life
Lightweight design
Uses linear-crystal oxygen-free-copper cable; 0.25-inch adapter included

ASIN: B000056SJU

Amazon.com Review

Think you have to shell out big bucks for quality headphones? Think again. This set from Philips offers comfort for long listening sessions, a closed-ear design that keeps unwanted noise from interfering with your music, pivoting earcups that help the headset fold to coat-pocket size, and--happiest of all--clear, well-balanced sound with surprisingly good bass.

Sure, you'll get better sound with more expensive headphones: cleaner bass, more refined treble, less fatiguing midrange. But to get that, you'd have to pay several times what these puppies will run you; we dare say they're the best headphones out there for under $100.

And the fact is, even headphones that give you some of the more "expensive" qualities mentioned above don't do so with the same innate sense of rightness imparted by the HP550s. With this set, the spirit of the music came across from every disc we played, from the nuanced Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon soundtrack to Oregon's delicate acoustic textures and U2's hard-hitting All That You Can't Leave Behind.

The padded earcups are comfortable and well suited for either home or portable listening. They don't block all noise, so you may still want to consider a noise-canceling headphone for airplane travel. But the HP550's combination of comfort, convenience, sound quality, and affordability is unrivaled in our experience. Personally cherished and highly recommended. --Michael Mikesell

Pros:

Amazingly good sound for the price
Clear, tight bass response
Closed-ear design superb for portable use
Comfortable ear cushions
Compact size
Lightweight
Fluorescent, high-tech sheen

Cons:

Limited high-frequency extension (despite a strong HF measurement)
They make you look like one of the Jetsons

Customer Reviews:

decent.......2005-04-08

pros:
-decent sound quality
-comfortable
-good price

cons:
-cloth not very durable, mine is all torn apart
-looks kinda weird on your head

Fantastic for the price!.......2003-12-20

I recently bought a pair of Sennheiser PCX 250 and also a pair of Sennheiser HD 280. I was interested in pure reference sound quality. I also borrowed a pair of Bose QuietComfort and Triport phones from my friends to compare. I also own the HP550's.

Here is what I found out....

the Bose systems do not reproduce reference sound - they automatically add emotion to it. They are not for purists or audiophiles , they are for the common listener with extra cash
that wants the best system and the oomph factor, without having
the best sound source...

The Sennheisers offer a pure reference sound. Crystal Clear.

However all these cost between $80-$300. For $25 the Phillips
is FANTASTIC. The BASE rocks/treble is fantastic/mid range is a bit lacking. The phones nicely fold up/look good and are light.
They DO however become uncomfortable after a few hours of continous wear. So watch out

But they OFFER THE BEST BANG FOR THE BUCK. If I heard them without knowing the price I might have thought they costed atleast a 100 bucks.. I fully recommend these to anyone who
wants clear music with a good punch of Bass. I have had these for 2 1/2 years and they serve me very well. Go for it

3.75 Stars - Worth Amazon's Price.......2003-12-11

Comfort (4.5/5)
For a set of headphones under $25, these headphones are much more comfortable than the closed-ear Sony or Jenson offerings in this price range. I have a smallish head and tend to have difficult finding headphones that fit snugly and don't slide off. These are the perfect sized headphones for my head - but if you know you have a large noggin I don't know if the fit will appease massive craniums. When first worn the headphones are very comfortable and roomy. Over the course of 2 hours or so, the headphones become less comfortable. However, they never reach the painful status that the sony mdr-v300 headphones, which are in the same price range. Overall, the fit of these headphones is the best I've found in the numerous headphones under $100 that I've purchased.

Sound (3/5)
** I do not have the sophisticated sonic discernment of an audiophile**
The comfortable fit of these headphones makes it feel as if there is a lot of room between your ear and the phone. From this you hear a more developed sound that you couldn't get with the headphone pressed right up against your ear.
There is very little bass in these headphones, though. Adjusting the bass from your sound source, improves the bass, but not massively. This issue is usually found in most cheaper headphones. If fantastic bass is a requirement for your headphone experience, you should opt for a different set, and shell out more cash.

Style and Practical Use (3.75/5)
These two qualities are where I find most headphones get their variations, and it also one that is not usually paid much attention to in reviews. But when you make a set of headphones part of your daily life, an extra foot of cord can be the difference between headphone hassles and headphone heaven. Style is being paid increasing attention to by headphone designers, most notably those who design the unintentionally akward sony-style designs. Yet, reviews usually do not provide an in depth description of what the headphones look on your head. Actual pictures of the headphones being worn by people would be helpful in chosing headphones you won't be fun of for wearing.
These headphones meet the style requirement. The picture on the product description initially turned me off because the bridge of phones looked too futuristic for my post-modern tastes. However, the headphones looks very different on your head than they do off. The odd design which combines sparse amounts of silver, blue, plastic and metal looks natural on your head. The bridge is minimalistic and stands out less than more bulky bridges of only one material and color. I realize now that this design was more for the technical reason of making the headphones lightweight than for stylistic reasons.
The cups of the headphones are the most bulky and obvious part of the design. They lie flat and angled towards the back of your head, though, so they look more like earmuffs than tea cups. Overall, the style is subtle and less imposing than most headphone designs.
The practical use of the headphones is hindered by a couple of flaws in the design. The headphone cord is *too* sort for home use. At 3 feet it is suitable for completely stationary use when your stereo is close- such as plugging into your laptop or computer. I have found it a hassle to plug the headphones into my stereo on a neighboring table while I read, because the slightest movement is hindered by the cord. This is a clear case where an extra foot of cord would have aided the headphones. If the headphones are for mobile use, the shortened cord may be welcome.
Another design inconveinence is the puzzle it can be to get the headphones onto your head. The cups automatically fold together and upward and this can make for a stuggle to open them for wear, as they often will collapse back while you open them. This collapsing makes compact and ideal for mobile use, but struggling to get them open while you are darting between destinations can also be a hassle. They are not impossible to get the hang of though, and after regular use most will get the hang of it.

Overall these are good headphones when compared to those in their price range. If you trouble finding headphones because you have a small head, I definitely recommend these headphones!

Excellent Headphones.......2003-11-12

Pros
-Fold well
-Good sound
-feel comfortable
-a great price
Cons
-Broke after 2 or so years of constant usage
-cord somewhat short

Well I bought these about 2-3 years back, and ever since they've been with me pretty much everywhere, as I am an audiophile. half a year ago they broke; one of the sides stopped making any sound. Over the summer I went to get new ones and found I couldn't locate them, so I bought two "street style" headphones and a Panasonic RP-HT850 headphones. After comparing the lot of them I've found that while the panasonic ones are smaller, they hurt your ears, and the two "street style" ones I just didn't find comfortable. Furthermore, the panasonic ones have already broken, the same problem as was with the philips ones, but far earlier. I'm greatly relieved to have found these and shall be getting a set for myself ASAP.

Best headphones under $100? I don't think so, Amazon........2003-09-23

I've been looking forward to my new Philips HP550s since my last set of Jensens (JF25) got destroyed a week ago. I've been so happy with my Jensens over the past two years that I wanted to just buy the same pair, but they're been discontinued.

I work from home, and I spent a lot of time with my headphones on, so it's important to me to have a pair that sounds good and is comfortable. I guess I got spoiled with my Jensens...I thought I could find another pair of decent headphones for under $25. (The Jensens were only $15!)

These Philips aren't nearly so comfortable. The plastic band that goes over your head is softer and more pliable than on most headphones, but when it sits right on your head, it gets uncomfortable real quick (especially since I don't have a lot of hair to cushion it). The Jensens had a soft pad attached with elastic that kept the plastic band completely off your head. Probably not so durable, but much more comfortable.

The cord is too short...I can't hook it into the back of my computer and sit in my chair at any comfortable distance as I'm used to doing. According to the specs, the cord is 5 ft long. Long enough for a discman or a laptop probably, but not for much else. The Jensens supposedly had a six foot cord, but it seemed much, much longer than the Philips', and it always allowed me a free range of motion. It also only attached to one ear piece rather than both of them, as the Philips does, which was less constrictive.

The ear pads on the Philips are alright...not bad, but not good either. Could easily get uncomfortable after an hour of use.

Overall, the quality of the Philips seems slightly superior to the Jensens, and I can't see any obvious weaknesses. Would probably last a long time.

Product Description

Simple design at its best, these Nike Sport Flow headphones are ideal for those who appreciate a clean, minimalist but yet functional design.This headphone is designed around the shape of your ear for extra comfort and more enjoyment during longer periods of listening. The special soft-touch rubber that covers the earhook is both comfortable and secure.

Philips SHJ030 - Headphones ( over-the-ear )

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Philips SHJ030 - Headphones ( over-the-ear )

Manufacturer: Philips
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Product Description

For serious running and active use, these Nike Sport Vapor headphones provide multi-directional adjustments for an optimized fit.Whether you are out running, cycling or taking part in any active pastime, these headphones will stay comfortably in your ear. Enjoy a snug, personalized fit and optimum stability, even when you're active or on the move. With 3-way adjustment, your comfort is guaranteed.

Philips SHS3200 - Headphones ( over-the-ear )

Average customer rating:

ear buds
Better then my $35 'premium' version.
Awful!

Philips SHS3200 - Headphones ( over-the-ear )

Manufacturer: Philips
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Product Description

Ultra-comfortable for active use, these ergonomic earhook headphones bring fantastic quality music reproduction straight to your ears.

Customer Reviews:

ear buds.......2007-08-05

For me, these are the best and I've purchased them all. These are comfy and actually fit in the ear. I've bought extras after trying others just to have.

Better then my $35 'premium' version........2007-05-29

Awful!.......2007-02-10

Philips SHJ036 - Headphones ( over-the-ear )

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Philips SHJ036 - Headphones ( over-the-ear )

Manufacturer: Philips
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

Product Description

Probably the most flexible headphones available, these Nike Sport Vapor headphones provide not only multi-directional adjustments for a precise personalized fit but also an extension cable to provide a choice of cable length.Whether you are out running, cycling or taking part in any active pastime, this headphone will stays comfortably in your ear. Enjoy a snug, personalized fit and optimum stability, even when you're active or on the move. With three-way adjustment, your comfort is guaranteed.

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Lifestyle SA-3 amplifier

Manufacturer: BOSE
ProductGroup: CE
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Bose Acoustimass 5 - Speaker System, ideal for stereo or home theater use - White

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Product Features:

Brings the features of select Lifestyle® systems to an additional room, or even outdoors, with Bose® link

Supplies the extra power recommended for high-performance Bose speakers, including 251® environmental speakers, Free Space® 51 environmental speakers, Acoustimass® 5 speakers and 301® Direct/Reflecting® speakers

Enjoy your Lifestyle® system in up to 14 additional listening areas by seamlessly connecting up to 14 SA-3 or SA-2 amplifiers, each easily concealed

ASIN: B0002JY6TA

Product Description

The Lifestyle® SA-3 amplifier -- our most powerful, versatile stereo amplifier -- works with your Lifestyle® system and Bose® speakers to bring entertainment to an additional area of your home, even large outdoor spaces. Relax to classical music out on the deck while the kids watch a movie in the family room. At the same time, from the same Lifestyle® system. Only Bose delivers this unique blend of performance, elegance, simplicity and expandability so you can enjoy a whole-home entertainment experience unlike any other. Bose® link makes it possible. And the SA-3 stereo amplifier makes it easy. Simply connect the speakers in the second area to the SA-3 amplifier. Then connect the amplifier to the Bose® link output on your Lifestyle® media center with just one cable (included). You can even enjoy Bose sound from a TV or separate CD player in the second areajust connect these sources to the SA-3 amplifiers auxiliary input. The SA-3 amplifier is easy to install, and you can even connect multiple amplifiers seamlessly to one Lifestyle® system for up to 14 additional areas of soundindoors or outside. Patented Bose technology ensures high-quality sound performance, automatically adjusting tonal balance. And you can control your entertainment easily in each additional area with a dedicated Lifestyle® expansion remote control (sold separately). The SA-3 amplifier also offers a mono output option for speakers placed very far apart, and its small enough to be easily hidden on the floor or on a shelf. You can even mount it to a wall or a floor joist.

Bose Lifestyle Expansion Kit SA-3 Amplifier with Personal Music Center Remote Control

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Bose Lifestyle Expansion Kit SA-3 Amplifier with Personal Music Center Remote Control

Manufacturer: BOSE
ProductGroup: CE

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ASIN: B000AOD68O

Product Description

Expand your Lifestyle® system. Indoors. Outdoors. Music where you want it. Your Lifestyle® system, a pair of Bose® speakers and this expansion kit deliver Bose sound around your home. Use with a pair of Bose® speakers. SA-3 Lifestyle® stereo amplifier Bose® link-enabled for easy connection to a Lifestyle® system.* Easy, elegant placement: small footprint, flanges for wall mounting. High power output: 100 watts per channel. Personal® music center II controller Accesses uMusic(TM) intelligent playback system.** Operates Bose® link-enabled products from almost anywhere in the house. Radio frequency technology allows interaction through most walls and floors. *Compatible with Lifestyle® 18 Series II, Lifestyle® 28 Series II, Lifestyle® 38 and Lifestyle® 48 DVD home entertainment systems. **Select Lifestyle® systems only.

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