Best iPod Headphones

These are the best iPod headphones / earphones which offer great sound quality and also are very popular. Many of you might not agree with this list, but then sound quality is very objective and we can’t hope to please everyone.

1. Shure SE420-K Earphones

Price: $350

The Shure SE420-K are the most expensive on this list. But the high cost is totally accounted for by the superb audio quality and the very stylish and ergonomic design. You could wear these earphones for hours and not feel even the slightest discomfort. It is a very good option for all the audiophiles who take their music seriously.

These earphones feature dual TruAcoustic MicroSpeakers – a dedicated tweeter and woofer. The SE420 earphones treat you to detailed sounds. An internal crossover sends lower and higher frequencies to dedicated drivers so that lows, mids, and highs are distinct and defined, for accurate reproduction of all your music. They include features like a sound isolating design – the sleeves block more than 90 percent of the surrounding noise and also ensure a snug fit, Dual TruAcoustic MicroSpeakers which are optimized for listening to high-quality recordings and lossless formats and a detachable, modular cable. You get the following accessories and stuff with the earphones – an extension cable, different types of earpiece sleeves, a carrying case, airline adapter, volume control and a wax guard.

Specifications :

• Speaker type: Dual TruAcoustic MicroSpeakers (dedicated tweeter and woofer)
• Frequency range: 20Hz-19,000Hz
• Impedance (1kHz): 22 Ohms
• Sensitivity (1mW): 109 dB SPL/mW
• Cable length (with extension): 18.0 in./45.0 cm (54.0 in./137.1 cm)
• Weight: 1.04 oz./29.5 g

2. Klipsch Image X5 Earphones

Price: $250

The Klipsh Image X5 earphones are the among lightest and smallest earphones in this list. They are also among the most comfortable earphones available. They offer a balanced, full-range armature driver design with a tuned bass-reflex system that lets you experience crisp, clear highs and deep impressive lows, all in all superb sound quality.

These earphones sport proprietary Contour Ear Gels which naturally fit the shape of your ear canals, reducing ear fatigue and producing a perfect acoustic seal that minimizes outside ambient noise. It includes five different sizes so that virtually everyone can find a perfect fit.

Klipsch has also gone to great lengths to ensure the long-lasting durability of the Image X5 earphones. All the earphones are put through extensive testing and feature strain relief at every connection point to help prevent wire damage.

It sports features like a small, lightweight in-ear design, a precise, comfortable fit for long-term wear, balanced full-range driver, a tuned bass-reflex system and noise isolation. Bundled with the earphones, you get five sets of different-sized ear gels, a nice premium carrying pouch
and a near gel cleaning tool.

Specifications:

• Sensitivity: 110 dB
• Nominal impedance: 50 Ohms @ 1kHz
• Noise isolation: -26 dB
• Drive components: Balanced full-range driver
• Enclosure material: Aluminum body; 50-in. vinyl cable
• Finishes: Anodized aluminum
• Input connection: 1/8 in./3.5mm
• Weight: 0.398 oz./11.3 g

3. Sennheiser PX 100 Headphones

Price: $60

These are among the cheaper headphones in this list which offer value for money and are meant for those who can’t afford the ones mentioned above but want good sound quality. They aren’t earphones like the others in the list, but offer great performance at a low price,hence we had to include them in the list. The Sennheiser PX 100 headphones offer true home audio sound quality. They are an ideal choice for use with your iPod, iPhone, or other portable player. Their warm, natural sound and foldable design make them perfect for travel and outdoor activities.

They offer features like dynamic stereo mini headphones, iPod and iPhone compatible connector, a foldable design which lets you close the headphones, excellent sound quality for mobile audio sources, high resolution sound from Sennheiser “Duofol” diaphragms with spiral embossing, strong Neodymium magnets for extremely low distortion, balanced and detailed sound image for all types of music, a crisp and fast bass response due to system “twin damping” with 80ppi polyurethane and special perforated elements, a headband with split padding and durable earcup connections to the headband.

Specifications :

• Nominal impedance: 32 Ohm
• Frequency response: 15Hz to 27kHz
• Maximum sound pressure level (SPL): 114 dB
• Ear coupling: Supra-aural
• Transducer principle: Dynamic, open
• Audio connector: 3.5 mm jack plug
• Carrying case dimensions: 5.7 x 2.95 x 1.1 in./145.0 x 75.0 x 27.0 mm
• Weight (without cable): Approx. 2.12 oz./60.0 g
• Cable length: 4.59 ft./1.4 m

4. Sony MDR-EX75 Stereo Headphones

Price: $50

The MDR EX75 are the lightest earphones in this list at just 3 gms. They are also extremely value for money and give you robust sound in an innovative design. They feature high sensitivity 9mm driver units, which provide a wider acoustical range, and angled shape, which offers maximum comfort in the ear. And for an even more comfortable fit, the housing is constructed of silicone.

The features of the Sony MDR E75 include comfortable fit and deep bass sound, silicone housing for softer, better fit and a nice cord length.

Specifications:

• Type: Closed, dynamic
• Diaphragm: PET
• Magnet: Neodymium
• Plug: Gold-plated, L-shaped stereo mini plug
• Frequency response: 6 to 23,000Hz
• Sensitivity: 100dB/mW
• Impedance: 16 ohms @ 1kHz
• Driver unit: 9mm diameter, dome type
• Power handling capacity: 100mW
• Cord length (approx.): 3.9 ft./1.19 m
• Weight (without cord): 0.11 oz./3.0 g

5. Ultimate Ears Loud Enough Earphones

Price: $40

These are the cheapest earphones in this list and are very durable – after all they are meant for kids. They feature built-in sound pressure protection that reduces any music source by up to 40 percent. Coupled with the earphones noise-isolating design, they ensure that the volume can’t be increased above a certain limit, perfect for small kids.

The volume control element isn’t visible, so the ear buds look like the cool ear buds that they are. And the 3.5 mm connector works with most portable music sources (iPod, iPhone, etc), DVD car entertainment systems, and gaming devices (Sony PSP, Xbox, Nintendo DS, etc). These earphones are not only aesthetically pleasing, they’re also environmentally friendly because they’re PVC free. It includes three sizes of soft silicone ear tips.

It has a built-in volume control that limits any music source by up to 40% of its maximum volume, with a rugged construction with small and lightweight form factor, three sizes of soft silicone ear tips and an ergonomic, stylish design. It also comes with a carrying case.

Specifications:

• Earphone type: In-ear
• Speaker type: Hi-definition diaphragm
• Input sensitivity: 83 dB SPL/mW, 1kHz
• Impedance: 25 Ohms @ 1kHz
• Input connector: .125 in./3.5 mm gold plated
• Frequency response: 20Hz to 20kHz
• Noise isolation: 16 dB
• Cable length: 46.0 in./116.8 cm
• Weight: 0.5 oz./14.0 g