Top Headphones Ranking Updated: December 2009
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Sennheiser HD 202 Headphones
876 Amazon Reviews
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| IntelliReview Summary: The overall value was what struck most reviewers who left a five star review at Amazon. That said, people said they still had good sound fidelity, even though they were less expensive than headphones with similar features. Besides being comfortable, they were lauded for having a cool, sleek design. This is why so many people left high reviews. Those that left negative reviews mentioned that the headphones didn't hold up well over time. These people were in the minority, with most people not finding this a problem. If you decide to buy these headphones, it's recommended to treat them with care when using and storing. That said, they're a good value for the money.
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V-MODA Bass Freq Earbuds - Bling Bling Black
916 Amazon Reviews
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| IntelliReview Summary: The bass from these earbud headphones was one thing many of the five star reviewers at Amazon said was amazing. Specifically, they said that it produced a good "thump" but that it didn't drown out higher notes, which led to a better overall sound. Next to this, the price was what was noticed most. People said they thought of these earbuds as a good value because of the sound quality they got for the low price. Of those who were unhappy and left one star reviews, problems with durability and too much bass were mentioned. These were recommended for audiophiles who have an ear for sound and want a nice boost to the bass without drowning out the higher notes too much.
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Etymotic Research ER6i Isolator In-Ear Earphones (White)
791 Amazon Reviews
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| IntelliReview Summary: Hundreds of people gave these in-ear earphones four or five stars at Amazon, which lets you know that it is a very solid product. While they're higher priced (for earbuds), they're said to be well worth the extra money. If you're someone who loves music and listens to a lot of it, these earphones are a great way to hear all the detail in the music. They were said to block the noise and let the big sound reach your ears. Most agreed that they were great in a variety of different situations. If you want top-notch earphones, these are the ones you should buy either as a gift or for yourself.
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Koss PortaPro Headphones with Case
541 Amazon Reviews
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| IntelliReview Summary: More than half of the reviewers at Amazon gave these headphones five stars. From the quality of the sound to the overall quality of the design, there were many things brought up. They were recommended for travelers and others who want a good pair of headphones that store easily. Those who left low reviews said they didn't think they were very comfortable and had problems with the look of the headphones, but these were in the minority. For the most part, people believed that these were a great value for the price. Even some of the good reviews mentioned that they weren't the prettiest headphones around, but the sound quality and price were what attracted most people.
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Sennheiser HD-280 Professional Headphones
416 Amazon Reviews
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| IntelliReview Summary: While more expensive than other headphones, this set from Sennheiser was well regarded at Amazon, where more than half of reviewers left five star ratings. The size is large (like the price), but this wasn't a problem with people who fell in love with the sound they were capable of producing. They were recommended more for people who work with sound professionally than those who listen to music for pleasure. Many were happy with them for listening to music, but some mentioned that this isn't what they're constructed to do best. This is where some of the problems came in from those who left negative one star reviews. Some mentioned problems with Amazon's automated shipping sending the wrong unit while others talked about the plastic band breaking, but many more were very happy with these professional headphones from Sennheiser.
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Sennheiser PXC 250 Active Noise Canceling Headphones
535 Amazon Reviews
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| IntelliReview Summary: These headphones are recommended for travel especially, as many reviewers on Amazon remarked that while their noise canceling feature wasn't a perfect fix to every noisy situation, it blocked the low frequency background noise of things like electronics and the hum of planes very well. What's more, they are light and compact, and so are easy to slip into a carryon bag. The chief complaint among those who left one star reviews was the design of the headphones, which they claimed to be awkward, with a battery pack that got in their way often. However, with a price tag considerably lower than a lot of high end headphones, most reviewers were pleased enough with this model to not be deterred by any design issues.
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Sony MDR-V6 Monitor Series Headphones with CCAW Voice Coil
317 Amazon Reviews
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| IntelliReview Summary: Some who left a negative review at Amazon complained the headphones broke after 18 months, and that the service wasn't that great, but these people were few and far between. Many others loved these headphones and gave them a five star rating. Some of these people said they had owned the headphones for 10 or more years, with many saying they still sounded good today. At least one reviewer called them the best "cans" they had ever owned. The price is a little more than other headphones, but most agreed that the extra spent was worth it because of the sound quality and great design of these long lasting headphones. They were recommended as an investment for those who love music.
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Sony MDR-V150 Monitor Series Headphones with Reversible Earcups
402 Amazon Reviews
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| IntelliReview Summary: With hundreds of four and five star reviews at Amazon, you know there's something special about this headphones from Sony. One reviewer who left a one star rating said they were tighter than a gnat. If you don't understand the comparison, you're not alone. Some did say they were a little tight, but that wasn't enough to detract from the high rating they gave it. Overall, they were recommended for people who want quality but don't want to pay a high price. Cheap, durable, and high quality were just a few of the words used to describe these headphones. With them, Sony proves quality doesn't have to be expensive.
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Sennheiser EH-150 Evolution Hi-Fi Stereo Headphones
267 Amazon Reviews
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| IntelliReview Summary: With hundreds of four and five star reviews at Amazon, there are quite a few people who liked these stereo headphones from Sennheiser. Even audiophiles who are picky about the music they listen to were impressed with the sound quality of these headphones. When you added this to the reasonable price, it's easy to see why so many people liked them. A few people left negative reviews, with one saying it didn't fit them correctly and a couple others saying they were cheaply made, but their reviews paled in comparison to the glowing reviews it got from many others. They were said to have a terrific quality to price ratio.
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Sennheiser HD201 Headphones
346 Amazon Reviews
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| IntelliReview Summary: A great sound at a great price is one way people who left a review at Amazon described these headphones. In fact, there were a couple hundred four and five star ratings because people were so pleased with the quality. There were a few negative reviews, with people saying they were uncomfortable or didn't have a rich enough bass for them. They were in the minority, however, as most people seemed to love the sound, especially at the price. Some did say they weren't made for listening to really loud music, but if you like to pick out nuances, these headphones are a good, inexpensive way to do it.
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