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Digital audio has involved just like every other form of technology. Reading headphone reviews, what was once great quality sound, like the i60 features, is now static. With a wide range of selection available from earbuds to ear covers and cans, you should be able to decide what options are best for you. In this post, we would like to cover the important features.
Sound Quality
The sound quality of your headphones is probably most important. To most users listeners, listening to the music they love is the end goal. That means, they want to truly enjoy, and experience, the sound that resonates with them. The sound should be clear and vivid, allowing for the best experience. The headphones should also be able to produce all ranges including high trebles, mid range notes and a low base that does not “buzz”.
Comfort and Size
Most people want the best comfortable headphones. However, if you are not in a comfortable setting, you may not want to have large headphone sitting on your head. For instance, if you are going on a run, you might want to have more nimble headphones that are still comfortable. So, the size and comfort of your headphones really depend on what you will be doing while listening to music. If you are listening to music alone, you might want to go with a higher level headphone that is bigger and more comfortable but less portable. This one is up to you and the options vary widely.
Color and Style
Again, depending on your use, the color may be a major selling point. Are people going to see you using these headphones? Do you want to be different? Or, do you want to be discreet about your headphones? These are some of the things he want to consider about the color of your headphones. If you’re using your headphones at home, you might not need to worry about this too much.
Price
Pricing is extremely important. No one wants to overpay for anything. However, you do want to maximize your value of sound quality versus what you are paying. Recently, we wrote a post on the best headphones under $100. This will help you understand some of the options that are available for great pricing. However, if you are on a tight budget, you can opt for low cost headphones too.
Durability
Be realistic about how you’ll be using your headphones. Will you really take the time to store them properly if you buy an expensive pair? Or, are you only using them in the studio? Having durable headphones will depend on how much you use them. However, it is something important to take into account.
Noise Cancelling
If you are open to purchasing expensive headphones with high quality sound and comfort, you are going to want to consider whether or not you want noise cancelling headphones. If you plan to use them at work, noise cancelling features may be a bad idea. But if you listen to music on a busy train ride to work, this is a must have feature. Consider your needs before purchasing either variety.
Best Headphones Out Now
If you are a techworld techie or a gadget geek, you probably just want to best headphones of the year, not headphones that are tailored to your personal preferences. If so, consider these options. One of the best pair of headphones available are the Bose QuietComfort 35 on-ear headphones for $349. Another great pair that gives Bose competition are the Sony MDR-1A headphones, which are a bit cheaper at $298. You may also want to consider a pair of headphones from one of the top audio companies out there. the Sennheiser Momentum 2.0 headphones are the cheapest of the three, priced at $244.13, but offer incredible sound with a unique design. If you only want the best of the best, consider one of the pairs of headphones mentioned above.
Whatever headphones you decide to buy, remember that technology is always improving, just as iPad sales prove. New features and advancements will continue to come out. So, don’t overstretch your budget because these things happen. It’s very likely that the top-of-the-line headphones right now will be mainstream within years.
Are you planning to buy a new pair of headphones? Please let us know what features matter most to you in the comments below. We look forward to hearing what you care about most.
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