12-11-2007, 09:01 PM
I think it's great to have both headphones AND earbuds. There really are times when each is better suited.
My hearing is probably not that fine-tuned, so mid-price range is comfortable for me, not sure I could enjoy the high end ones (I've spent tons of money on lots of headphones over the years, in all price ranges) I'm currently using Sennheiser collapsable ones, and like them just fine. They've got a noise canceling feature, which I use when I fly, but the size of the battery (which operates the noise cancelling) compartment bothers me, but otherwise i think Sennheiser is a good brand.
Earbuds, I'm still looking for the perfect pair in a moderate price range. I used to dislike earbuds, but agree with others here, once you find ones that fit well, sound good, and are comfortable in your ears, the aversion to earbuds disappears and you appreciate the convenience and small profile. Carrying around headphones, even collapsable ones, isn't as convenient as a good pair of earbuds, but both have their merits.
My hearing is probably not that fine-tuned, so mid-price range is comfortable for me, not sure I could enjoy the high end ones (I've spent tons of money on lots of headphones over the years, in all price ranges) I'm currently using Sennheiser collapsable ones, and like them just fine. They've got a noise canceling feature, which I use when I fly, but the size of the battery (which operates the noise cancelling) compartment bothers me, but otherwise i think Sennheiser is a good brand.
Earbuds, I'm still looking for the perfect pair in a moderate price range. I used to dislike earbuds, but agree with others here, once you find ones that fit well, sound good, and are comfortable in your ears, the aversion to earbuds disappears and you appreciate the convenience and small profile. Carrying around headphones, even collapsable ones, isn't as convenient as a good pair of earbuds, but both have their merits.