biking – Workout Headphones Pro http://workoutheadphonespro.com Best Workout Headphones Fri, 13 Jan 2017 07:53:43 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=4.7.1 Denon AH-W150 Exercise Freak Headphones Review http://workoutheadphonespro.com/denon-ah-w150-exercise-freak-headphones-review/ Sat, 01 Sep 2012 18:54:28 +0000 http://www.workoutheadphones.org/?p=1451 Denon recently released the Exercise Freak, which is a Bluetooth sports headphones from their new series of headphones.  Coming in a variety of colors and with tons of features these are another pair of amazing wireless workout headphones.  Read our review below to see exactly how they stacked up. Pros Super Lightweight.  The neckband is […]

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Denon Exercise Freak HeadphonesDenon recently released the Exercise Freak, which is a Bluetooth sports headphones from their new series of headphones.  Coming in a variety of colors and with tons of features these are another pair of amazing wireless workout headphones.  Read our review below to see exactly how they stacked up.

Pros

Super Lightweight.  The neckband is flexible and lightweight keeping the overall weight of the headphones to a minimum.

Features and Controls.  We really like the location and ease of use of the controls for music and calls.

Multiple Colors Available.  You can find the Exercise Freak in blue, yellow, or black.  We’re kinda partial to the blue and yellow though.

Cons

Price.  Besides the Monster iSport these are the most expensive workout headphones we’ve reviewed.  The Denon name and premium quality does come with these, but you’ll have to decide if that’s worth it.

Earbud Seal.  This is kind of a pro and a con depending on how you look at it.  The round style silicone tips don’t seal the ear canal 100%, which means you lose a little bit of noise isolation.  However, it does allow you to be a bit more aware of your surroundings, which is a great thing if you workout outdoors.

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The Exercise Freak is the first pair of headphones devoted solely to sports by Denon.

Denon Exercise Freak Color Options

Below is a pretty nice photo by Denon showing all the features and controls.  As we mentioned above we really like how the ear piece that sits behind the ear holds all the controls.  Our audiologist took one look at these headphones and said, “It’s about time the headphone manufacturers started taking note of how hearing aid manufacturers have been doing this for years.”

Take a close look at the large round button on the ear piece.  This is a tap-to-talk button that essentially switches between music and phone if you have it hooked up to your iPhone or other smartphone.  You’ll also notice the volume/play/pause controls are on the top/back of the ear piece and the microphone is just underneath the ear piece, which is a perfect location to avoid wind distortion when working out outside.

Denon Exercise Freak features

One feature not shown above is the reflective lining on the neckband, perfect for evening (or early morning) workouts.  If you’re putting safety first this is becoming a must have feature for those of us that don’t workout in a gym.

Another cool feature is the Sport App they’ve created to work seamlessly with these headphones (though any other sport app would work as well).  This is another common feature that we’re seeing with a lot of new sports headphones (i.e. the Motorola SF Series)

Overall we’re a big fan of the Denon Exercise Freak.  We think they did a great job with their first pair of Bluetooth sports headphones, and our only real drawback is the price, which is anticipated to be $149.  It’s hard to convince us to spend that much when other headphones such as the Jaybird Freedom are available for less.  We do understand a lot of people love Denon headphones and that may be worth the premium.

Specifications

  • Bluetooth 3.0 Wireless connectivity
  • Sweat-resistant
  • Weight: 23 grams (0.8 ounces)
  • Play time: up to 7 hours

What’s in the Box

Denon Exercise Freak Kit

As you can see from the photo above Denon includes all the necessities for a workout headphones kit.

  • Denon AH-W150 Exercise Freak Headphones
  • Mesh carrying case with carabiner
  • Micro USB cable for charging
  • (4) sets of anti-microbial silicon ear tips (XS, S, M, L)

Where to Buy

Click here to get the Denon AH-W150 Exercise Freak Headphones

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Aftershokz Sportz Bone Conduction Headphones Review http://workoutheadphonespro.com/aftershokz-bone-conduction-headphones-review/ Sun, 12 Aug 2012 01:49:10 +0000 http://www.workoutheadphones.org/?p=1508 If the Aftershokz Bone Conduction Headphones look familiar it’s probably because you saw them at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2012. We also previously talked briefly about them in our roundup of hot new headphones for 2012. Pros Environmental Awareness. These headphones have no portion that fits in your ear, which allows you to listen […]

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AfterShokz Sport HeadphoneIf the Aftershokz Bone Conduction Headphones look familiar it’s probably because you saw them at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES) 2012. We also previously talked briefly about them in our roundup of hot new headphones for 2012.

Pros

Environmental Awareness. These headphones have no portion that fits in your ear, which allows you to listen to your favorite song and still be aware of your surroundings.

Meets Unique Needs. If you have sensory aural hearing loss these headphones will be the right fit for you.

Reduces Chance of Noise Induced Hearing Loss. More and more people are being diagnosed with noise induced hearing loss, and much of this is contributed to younger generations blaring their music in their ears. The Aftershokz eliminate this concern.

Cons

New and Awkward. While bone conduction technology has been around for quite some time, combining bone conduction with sport headphones is still a newer idea, which means most people will find them a bit awkward.

Heavy In-Line Controls. Because these headphones are powered by bone conduction (essentially vibrations) they require you to charge a batter that resides within the in-line controls making it quite a bit bulkier than other cords. It does come with a sport clip, so that does help a lot.

Limited Use. While sports headphones are specifically tailored to increasing performance under training conditions, they can still be used for things like travel. With the Aftershokz you’ll be limited to where you can use these headphones depending on your environment.

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Our staff Audiologist had a field day with these headphones. She was so excited to talk about bone conduction that we had to stop her from writing this review. Either that or you may end up bored to death (shh, don’t tell her we said that).

There are 2 different sport models of the Aftershokz:

  1. AS 300
  2. AS 301 (includes in-line microphone, this is the model we’re reviewing)

Bone conduction audio devices were originally designed for the hearing impaired and more recently for soldiers who needed to be tuned into both their environment and radio communication. So, the technology has quite a history.

What exactly is bone conduction? Bone conduction is the vibration of the bones of the skull to detect sound. With standard headphones, sound waves travel through the ear canal which vibrates the eardrum and sends the signal to the inner ear. With bone conduction, sound wave vibrations deliver sound by vibration of the bones of the skull which delivers a signal to the inner ear where it is heard.

Aftershokz is not the first manufacturer to bring bone conduction to the sporting world. Audio Bone also has a pair of bone conduction sports headphones that we’ve previously talked about, but Aftershokz is the first to deliver this technology with a decent sound quality.

Aftershokz Headphones

The Aftershokz come with an in-line controller that is used to power on and off the headphones as well as volume control and an in-line mic (if you choose that option). There’s not much you need to do when receiving a call, as all music is stopped instantly. The in-line controller is a bit larger than normal because it houses the rechargeable lithium ion battery that powers the headphones. We didn’t do a ton of running with the headphones, but could easily see where the larger in-line housing could be kind of annoying if it started bouncing around a lot.

Aftershokz Charging

While the sound quality is decent, actually a lot better than the last pair of bone conduction sport headphones we tried, it’s still not quite the same as conventional earphones or earbuds.

At the end of the day bone conduction technology is nothing short of awesome. But for the same price you can get a much higher quality sound from conventional workout headphones.

Read additional reviews here

Specifications

  • Sound delivery: bone conduction (typical headphones use air conduction)
  • Connector: 3.5mm (standard)
  • Compatible with iPod, iPhone, and MP3 players
  • Water-resistant (sweat-resistant)
  • Cable length: 51.2 inches
  • Weight: 1.6 ounces
  • Charge time: 3 hours
  • Playback time: up to 15 hours (depending on volume level)

What’s in the Box

  • Aftershokz Bone Conduction Headphones
  • USB charger and extension cable
  • Soft carrying case

Where to Buy

We tend to find the lowest prices on Amazon.

Click here to see the low price we found for the Aftershokz

 

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Arriva Leo Bluetooth Headphones Review http://workoutheadphonespro.com/arriva-leo-bluetooth-headphones-review/ Fri, 10 Aug 2012 21:56:25 +0000 http://www.workoutheadphones.org/?p=1476 Somehow the release of the Arriva Leo headphones slipped right by us.  It wasn’t until just a couple weeks ago that we received an email from one of our readers asking us to review these headphones that we actually saw them.  Make sure you read our full review to see what we thought of these […]

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Arriva Leo Bluetooth HeadphonesSomehow the release of the Arriva Leo headphones slipped right by us.  It wasn’t until just a couple weeks ago that we received an email from one of our readers asking us to review these headphones that we actually saw them.  Make sure you read our full review to see what we thought of these funky Bluetooth headphones.

Pros

Unique Control Location.  This is the first pair of workout headphones we’ve seen where the controls are nowhere near the ears.  Some will like it, some will hate it.  We thought it was innovative.

Secure Fit.  You can instantly tell these headphones were built to fit securely.  The question becomes, are they a little too snug?

Cons

Short Battery Life.  We hate to be picky because we don’t foresee any 5+ hour workouts in the near future, but these headphones will only last that long on one charge, 2-3 hours short of the usual average for Bluetooth sports headphones.

Awkard Earbud Fit.  These earpieces are very similar to the iLuv FitActive, only they seem to be made with a material that doesn’t flex very well and is a bit uncomfortable.

Note: Arriva has addressed this issue by including Acoustibuds (which work great)

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The Arriva Leo is straight up funky…in a good way.

This is a very unique pair of workout headphones, visually, but how do they stack up?

It’s pretty clear from the get go that Arriva is marketing these headphones for extreme sports, but we found it a bit odd that their web page clearly goes out of the way to state these are not waterproof and then accompanies that with a photo of a guy skiing.  No big deal, there’s very few headphones outside of H2O that are 100% waterproof anyways.  They are however water-resistant, which should be enough for most (good) skiers or snowboarders.

The sound quality was average, nothing great, nothing horrible, so not a lot of comments there.

Out biggest hang up was on the most obvious feature, the noodle like arms.  Arriva did a great job in creating a frame that stays put, but at the same time we found 2 problems with that frame:

  1. It’s not all that comfortable, until you break them in for a bit
  2. It doesn’t hold it’s shape

Attached to those arms, on the very back of the headset, are the controls which we actually did like.  We tested these with a few different style helmets and didn’t have a problem getting them to fit, so that was definitely a plus for bikers or snowboarders.

Overall we like the idea behind the Leo and could see a use for them if were were having difficulty with other style headphones staying fit.  But we feel as though they definitely have some room for improvement, so hopefully we’ll see some LEO 2.0s in the future.

Arriva Leo Kit

Specifications

  • Bluetooth 2.1
  • Charge time: 1.5 hours
  • Music time: 5.2 hours

What’s in the Box

  • Arriva Leo Bluetooth headphones
  • (1) pair Acoustibuds
  • (4) different size earpieces
  • Micro USB wall charger
  • Carrying case

Where to Buy

Click here to get the Arriva Leo Bluetooth Headphones

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Yurbuds Ironman Focus Pro Sport Earphones Review http://workoutheadphonespro.com/yurbuds-ironman-focus-pro-sport-earphones-review/ Sat, 21 Jul 2012 17:03:57 +0000 http://www.workoutheadphones.org/?p=1397 Yurbuds continues to expand on their Ironman series headphones with the addition of small ear hooks and an in-line microphone on the Focus Pro Sports Earphones.  How did they stack up to the Inspire Pro?  Check out our review below. Pros Sweat Resistant.  We’ve always had a good experience with the Yurbuds headphones repelling sweat […]

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Focus Pro Sport EarphonesYurbuds continues to expand on their Ironman series headphones with the addition of small ear hooks and an in-line microphone on the Focus Pro Sports Earphones.  How did they stack up to the Inspire Pro?  Check out our review below.

Pros

Sweat Resistant.  We’ve always had a good experience with the Yurbuds headphones repelling sweat and not getting damaged and these are no different.  As we’ve mentioned before some people have complained about this feature, but we’ve still never had a problem and attribute it to people not inserting the ear gel completely into the ear canal.

Sound Quality.  Great sound quality, but sometimes the ear loops didn’t allow for a proper fit which decreased audio quality.

Cons

Ear Hooks Aren’t Moldable.  This is just us being picky, but we always prefer memory wire as opposed to silicone ear loops.  Just allows for a better fit.

Comfort.  The earbuds, which use the patented TwistLock technology were comfortable as usual, but combined with the ear hooks we just didn’t like the fit all that much.  Still love the Inspire Pro though!

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Every time we review a new Yurbuds product it’s very difficult to be completely biased because, to be honest, all of their products use the same technology with slight tweaks.  We blew up a picture of the Focus Pro Ear Hooks below which is what sets apart of the Focus from the Inspire.  Some people may absolutely love the added stability of an ear loop, but we had trouble getting a comfortable fit since they are made out of silicone they don’t hold their shape.

Yurbuds Focus Pro Headphone

Other than that we liked these headphones.  We’re big fans of the soft ear gels and the shape of the ear gels that Yurbuds uses and almost always get great sound quality.

These particular headphones come in two different types: Focus and Focus Pro.  We reviewed the Focus Pro which also come with an in-line remote for volume control, track skipping, and answering calls.

Overall we like Yurbuds, but recommend the Inspire over the Focus unless you’re dead set on having headphones with ear hooks.

Yurbuds Focus Pro BoxSpecifications

  • Dry mic technology
  • TwistLock technology
  • Angled plug
  • Weight: ~ 4 ounces

What’s in the Box

  • Yurbuds Focus Pro Sports Earphones
  • (2) sets of ear gels
  • Zippered carrying case

Where to Buy

You can find the Yurbuds from most online retailers, but we’ve always found the lowest price at Amazon.

Click here to get the Yurbuds Focus Pro Sports Earphones

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iLuv IEP416 Fitactive Sports Earphones Review http://workoutheadphonespro.com/iluv-iep416-fitactive-sports-earphones-review/ Wed, 11 Jul 2012 23:26:12 +0000 http://www.workoutheadphones.org/?p=1373 iLuv isn’t new to the world of headphones, but they have just recently been making a push towards creating a new sports line.  We recently gave you a preview of the iLuv IEP416 FitActive Sports Earphones at CES 2012 and we finally got around to reviewing them. Pros Unique In-Ear Fin.  If you dislike earbuds […]

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iLuv IEP416 Red Sports EarphonesiLuv isn’t new to the world of headphones, but they have just recently been making a push towards creating a new sports line.  We recently gave you a preview of the iLuv IEP416 FitActive Sports Earphones at CES 2012 and we finally got around to reviewing them.

Pros

Unique In-Ear Fin.  If you dislike earbuds pushed inside your ear canal then you might just Luv (pun intended) these earphones.  iLuv designed what they call an “in-ear brace” to help maintain a secure fit.

Speak EZ Remote.   Built in remote including voice control microphone and capability to answer calls if using a smartphone.

Multiple Color Options.  The FitActive look very similar to typical Apple earbuds except they come in variety of colors that just so happen to match any color of iPod!

Cons

Cheaply Built.  It’s hard to list this as a con since the cost is less than $20, but they don’t exactly utilize the most high quality grade material.  For some people that go through workout earbuds like candy then this is great, but others may frown a little.

Microphone Sound Quality.  The in-line microphone did work for receiving phone calls, but the sound quality could definitely use some improvement.

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When we first saw the iLuv FitActive headphones we weren’t that impressed.  Mainly because they appeared to just be similar to Apple earbuds that came in different colors with a new name slapped on them.  After testing them we have to admit that we were wrong.

iLuv iEP415 FitActive Heapdhones

The “in-ear brace” that we typically refer to as an in-ear fin actually does work quite well and was unbelievably comfortable.  Instead of extending into the ear canal like Yurbuds, it stops just short.  The only drawback here is on sound quality.

If you’re looking for a lightweight, affordable pair of earbuds then definitely check out the FitActive.  They won’t stand up to some of the higher priced workout headphones, but they’ll definitely get the job done.

Specifications

  • Compatible with most MP3 players and smart phones
  • In-line microphone
  • In-ear brace

What’s in the Box

  • iLuv IEP416 FitActive Sports Earphones

Where to Buy

We tend to always find the cheapest price on Amazon and it’s no different with the iLuv Headphones.

Click here to get the iLuv IEP416 FitActive Sport Earphones

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Motorola SF 600 Wireless Sports Headphones Review http://workoutheadphonespro.com/motorola-sf-600-wireless-sports-headphones-review/ Mon, 07 May 2012 03:00:22 +0000 http://www.workoutheadphones.org/?p=1263 Surprisingly we’ve received a number of emails asking about information related to the Motorola SF 600.  We’re not sure if it was all the hype Motorola created when they announced their new SF Series (and then didn’t release half of them!) or if people are just looking for an upgrade to their Motorola S305 (which […]

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Motorola SF600Surprisingly we’ve received a number of emails asking about information related to the Motorola SF 600.  We’re not sure if it was all the hype Motorola created when they announced their new SF Series (and then didn’t release half of them!) or if people are just looking for an upgrade to their Motorola S305 (which still rock in our opinion)) or more likely the Motorola S10.

Either way, we’ve finally reviewed the new Motorola SF 600.

Pros

Price.  Some people are going to disagree because the MSRP is $129.99, which is on the higher end for sports headphones, but you get more than your money’s worth, especially if you’re serious about your music and your workouts.

Built with Kevlar.  No, your headphones likely aren’t bullet proof, but they are unbelievably light since they are built with scratch resistant Kevlar.

Sweat Resistant.  To add further to the durability the Motorola utilized hydrophobic mesh and silicone seals to help keep moisture out.

Cons

Neckband cord.  Most neckband headphones use a more sturdy/stiff plastic band that sits just off your neck.  The SF 600 use a flexible cable that actually rests/touches your neck a lot during the workout.  Wasn’t a huge deal, but it did bother us a little bit.  It’s also not adjustable, though neckbands usually aren’t.

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When Motorola created the SF 600 they made them to function perfectly with their “Ultimate Fitness Device” the MOTOACTV.  We’re not going to get into details on the MOTOACTV, but if you’re considering these headphones we recommend you check out this device.

The first thing we want to talk about is the design.  The SF 600 feature a design similar to the Jabra Sport and Jaybird Freedom, which utilizes a thin cord to connect each ear bud and also acts as a neckband.

The controls sit on the top of each earbud.  The right earbud houses the volume and multi-function button (forward/back/play/pause) and the left earbud holds the power button.  The buttons are fairly easy to get to, though if you’re not to Bluetooth it may take some time to get accustomed to reach up to your ear to adjust everything.

Motorola SF600 Wireless Sports Headphones

Once you’ve figured out which ear gel gives you the best fit, and you get to choose from 5 different ear gels, the sound quality is pretty dang good.  Lo/Mid/Hi ranges all sounded very solid.  We were expecting to experience a lot of ambient noise or distortion from wind because the ear buds are pretty exposed, but we were pleasantly surprised.

As for the fit, they were extremely comfortable and not once did we have a problem with them coming lose or falling off.  We should point out though that the a secure fit seems to rely more on the ear buds than the ear hook, so it’s important that you spend the time to choose the right size ear cushions.  The only thing that bothered us slightly was the thin cable that connects the earbuds.  It’s about 8 inches long and sometimes it felt a little awkward/uncomfortable resting on our neck.

These are Bluetooth headphones so we did take a few calls and everything worked out fine.  When you get an incoming call it will actually stop your music and announce the call allowing you to take it or not.  The microphone (which is built into the headphones) was average, nothing great, nothing bad.

Bottom line is sound quality is great, durability is exceptional, comfort is above average.  Combined with the MOTOACTV these really are some of the best sports headphones available.

Specifications

  • Bluetooth range = 30 feet
  • Battery life = 5-6 hours
  • Charging time = 1-2 hours

What’s in the Box

  • Motorola SF 600 Sports Headphones
  • (3) sets of round silicone ear cushions (S/M/L)
  • (3) sets of round/grooved silicone ear cushions (S/M/L)
  • Micro USB charger
  • Carrying case

Where to Buy

Click here to get the Motorola SF 600 now

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Sony Walkman MP3 Player Headphones Review http://workoutheadphonespro.com/sony-walkman-mp3-player-headphones-review/ Tue, 01 May 2012 09:25:10 +0000 http://www.workoutheadphones.org/?p=1165 This isn’t your dad’s old Walkman.  The Sony Walkman MP3 Player Headphones have seen some major upgrades over the years and this one may just take your workout to the next level. Pros Sounds Great.  Sony usually doesn’t disappoint in the sound department and while the bass won’t blow you away it’s definitely a quality […]

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Sony NWZ Walkman MP3 PlayerThis isn’t your dad’s old Walkman.  The Sony Walkman MP3 Player Headphones have seen some major upgrades over the years and this one may just take your workout to the next level.

Pros

Sounds Great.  Sony usually doesn’t disappoint in the sound department and while the bass won’t blow you away it’s definitely a quality sound output.

Plug and Play.  It’s super simple to just drag and drop your favorite songs onto the MP3 player and then you’re ready for the gym.

Cons

Must Memorize Controls.  Similar to Bluetooth devices the controls are on the MP3 player which is attached to the earbud.  At some point you will have to memorize the controls layout in order to use it efficiently.

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Sony has come a long way with their famous Walkman…

Sony Walkman

We all know the old Sony Walkman was one of the single most popular electronic devices of all time.  The question is can the new Sony Walk man compete?

Before we get into the review the technical name of this Sony Walkman is the NWZ-W262 in case you were wondering.

Okay, first things first.  These are headphones, but at the same time they aren’t headphones.  Say what?  We’re just trying to say that they don’t fit the same way a pair of headphones would.  They’re super light, but they still hold a little more weight around the ear than typical sports headphones.  They fit somewhat similar to the Jaybird Freedoms if we had to make comparisons.

All the controls are found on the MP3 player, which is attached to the earbuds.  So, at some point you’ll likely need to memorize where the buttons are or you’ll be forced to take the headphones out of your ears to check.  It really shouldn’t be that big of deal to remember where a few buttons are located.  To help counteract that a little bit the MP3 player is equipped with a program called Zappin that allows you search through songs for quick playback by simply holding down one button for about 4 seconds.  Once you find a song you like just hit the button again and it will play.

Sony NWZ Walkman MP3 Player We were pleasantly surprised with the sound quality, but Sony usually checks out well in this department so maybe we shouldn’t have.  Typically most workout headphone manufacturers focus on producing a lot of bass, which we usually like, but you won’t get that with these headphones.  Overall though the sound was crisp and clear.

One last note is Sony made sure to make the headphones sweat resistant and to some degree water resistant.

The bottom line is workout MP3 players are not for everyone, especially those who just can’t leave their iPhone at home.  But if you’re interested in getting rid of external devices and combining your workout devices into one then our picks are either the Sony Walkman or the JLab GO.

 The Sony Walkman MP3 Player comes in several different colors.

Click here to see all available colors.

Sony NWZ Walkman Mp3 Players

Specifications

  • Weight: 1.2 ounces
  • Battery life: 8 hours
  • Play modes: normal/shuffle
  • Charge time: 3 minutes of charge = 60 minutes of play time

What’s in the Box

  • Sony Walkman (NWZ-262) MP3 Player Headphones
  • USB cable
  • Owner’s manual

Where to Buy

Click here to get the Sony Walkman MP3 Player now

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MEElectronics Sport-Fi S6 Review http://workoutheadphonespro.com/meelectronics-sport-fi-s6-review/ http://workoutheadphonespro.com/meelectronics-sport-fi-s6-review/#respond Sun, 29 Apr 2012 01:18:49 +0000 http://www.workoutheadphones.org/?p=1137 According to MEElectronics their new Sport-Fi S6 Headphones are the complete workout package.  As you’ll notice from the pictures below we spent a lot of time testing these new sport headphones through several intense workouts on the tennis court.  The question is, how do they stack up? Pros Super Secure Fit.  We absolutely love the […]

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MEElectronics Sport-Fi S6 HeadphonesAccording to MEElectronics their new Sport-Fi S6 Headphones are the complete workout package.  As you’ll notice from the pictures below we spent a lot of time testing these new sport headphones through several intense workouts on the tennis court.  The question is, how do they stack up?

Pros

Super Secure Fit.  We absolutely love the fit for these earbuds.  Never even came close to falling out.

Perfect Cord Lengths.  MEElectronics supplies 2 different cord lengths, 1 for an armband and 1 for a waistband.

Lightweight.  You won’t even notice they’re their after a couple minutes.

Ultimate Sports Kit.  You won’t need to go out and purchase anything else, as it comes with a carrying case, multiple ear tips, sport clip, armband and more!

Cons

Poor Armband Design.  We were really hopeful for a nice armband since this is one of the few sports headphones that comes with one.  Unfortunately the armband doesn’t allow for ease in changing songs, especially if you are using an iPhone.

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When we first heard MEElectronics was coming out with a new pair of earbuds targeted for working out we got excited.  They’re known for packing a ton of value with an affordable price, and we were also a fan of their M6 Headphones, which are very similar to the S6.

MEElectronics Sport-Fi S6 Armband

So, how did the Spor-Fi S6 sound?  Out of the box they sounded average, nothing great, nothing bad.  After about 20-25 hours of burn in they started to sound a lot better.  The HIs are very sharp and crystal clear and the MIDs and LOWs are very smooth.  We were hoping for a bit more bass, but overall we didn’t have any real complaints about the sound quality.

We mentioned above the the S6 have a great fit, but it took a little time to find out what works best.  They come with 6 sets of ear tips:

  • (2) tree tops (S/L)
  • (1) cylinder
  • (3) round buds (S/M/L)

We tried them all and ended up liking the smaller tree tops the best in terms of comfort.  A tip from our Audiologist is to pull your ear slightly back and up to get a better fit for any in-ear canal earbuds.  This worked like a charm.

The headphones themselves are equipped with memory wire which allows you to shape the wire to hook around your ear or however else you would like it.  Honestly, we didn’t have to change much.  The earbuds kind of twist into place because they are designed at a slight angle (to help achieve a better fit, see picture below) and the wire sits naturally just over and behind your ear.

MEElec Sport-Fi S6 Ear Gel

9mm driver with no ear tip attached, angled slightly for a better fit

It might have been a little better if the wire was about an inch longer (in order to hook it full around your ear), but overall we’re big fans of this design because of how lightweight it makes everything.

In addition to the earbuds, the armband also had a great fit.  We used it with an iPod and iPhone.  We were able to put the iPhone into the armband with the Otterbox Case on or without, so no problems there.  The only problem with the armband is it’s a pain to change songs if you’re using an iPhone.

There are no in-line controls, so you’ll either need to have your playlist in order or you’ll have the pull the iPhone out to switch to another song.

Bottom line is these are a great pair of sports headphones that are lightweight, comfortable and fit securely.  MEElectronics has included just about everything but the kitchen sink in the sport kit.  As an audiophile you could find better sound quality, but you’ll be paying 2-3 times the price of the S6 which retail at $49.99.

Specifications

  • Noise isolating
  • Memory wire ear hooks
  • 1 year manufacturer warranty
  • Sweat resistant
  • Tangle resistant cable

What’s in the Box

Check it out for yourself!

MEElec Sport-Fi S6 Box

As you can see you get just about everything you need for your next workout, including:

  • Sport-Fi S6 Headphones
  • Extension cord (if you want to carry your MP3 on your waist)
  • (6) different size and type ear tips
  • (1) armband
  • (1) carrying case
  • (1) small carabiner
  • (1) sport clip

Where to Buy

Click here to see the lowest price we could find

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JVC Inner Ear Sports Clip Headphones Review http://workoutheadphonespro.com/jvc-inner-ear-sports-clip-headphones-review/ http://workoutheadphonespro.com/jvc-inner-ear-sports-clip-headphones-review/#respond Wed, 25 Apr 2012 19:54:47 +0000 http://www.workoutheadphones.org/?p=1185 Update 6/28/15: These headphones have been discontinued by JVC, however there is a limited supply still available from Amazon. They are some of the highest rated headphones due to price (low) vs quality (high) ratio. So, if you like these don’t wait or they may be gone. If you’re a girl looking for a nice […]

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Update 6/28/15: These headphones have been discontinued by JVC, however there is a limited supply still available from Amazon. They are some of the highest rated headphones due to price (low) vs quality (high) ratio. So, if you like these don’t wait or they may be gone.

JVC Inner Ear Sports Clip Headphones PinkIf you’re a girl looking for a nice pair of workout headphones that also have the ability to match your iPod  then definitely take a look at the JVC Inner Ear Sports Clip Headphones.  Sorry guys, you may be out of luck on this one (at least in our opinion).

Pros

Matching iPod Colors.  No matter what color iPod you have you can find the corresponding headphone color to match.

Great Price.  This is one of the most popular aspects of these ear hook headphones.  Decent headphones for a great price.

Lightweight and Slender.  The ear hook is a little more slender than most, which is perfect for smaller ears and women.

Cons

Won’t Last Forever.  Unless you take extremely good care of your headphones and aren’t rough on them then it’s likely you’d replace these by year’s end.  The construction is good, but it’s just not on par with some of your higher end workout headphones.  Though at this price it’s understandable.

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All the guys who may have bought the black or white color of these headphones may not like to hear this, but we think JVC had women in mind when they created these sports headphones.

First off, they made colors to match your iPod.  So depending on what color iPod you went with you can be sure your headphones match next time you hit the gym.

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JVC Inner Ear Sports Clip Headphones

Besides the colors JVC also made these ear hooks a little more slender or narrow than is conventional (take a look at the Polk Auadio UltraFit 500 for comparison).  This also helps make these headphones extremely lightweight.

If you add up those 3 main features it makes it pretty perfect for women, though guys, we won’t say anything if you fancy the pink ones!

Bottom line is if you’re looking for a cute pair of workout headphones that you can also take to the beach or wear out walking your dog then go with the JVC Sports Clip.  But for this price don’t expect to be blown away by the sound or any other features.

Specifications

  • Cord length: 1.2m (~47 inches)
  • Weight: 0.32 ounces (without cord)
  • iPhone compatible
  • Splash proof (according to JVC)

What’s in the Box

  • JVC Inner Ear Sports Clip Headphones
  • 3 sizes of silicone ear buds

Where to Buy

Click here to see the lowest price we found for the JVC Inner Ear Sports Clip Headphones

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Yurbuds Inspire Pro Earphones Review http://workoutheadphonespro.com/yurbuds-inspire-pro-earphones-review/ http://workoutheadphonespro.com/yurbuds-inspire-pro-earphones-review/#respond Thu, 01 Mar 2012 03:00:28 +0000 http://www.workoutheadphones.org/?p=969 Yurbuds recently unveiled their new sport headphones at CES 2012.  Improving upon their already popular Yurbuds Inspire Ironman Series are the Yurbuds Inspire Pro. Pros Water Resistant Dry Mic.  The addition of in-line volume controls and a microphone, a sweat resistant one at that, takes the Yurbuds to the next level. Patented Twist Lock Technology.  […]

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Yurbuds Inspire Pro EarphonesYurbuds recently unveiled their new sport headphones at CES 2012.  Improving upon their already popular Yurbuds Inspire Ironman Series are the Yurbuds Inspire Pro.

Pros

Water Resistant Dry Mic.  The addition of in-line volume controls and a microphone, a sweat resistant one at that, takes the Yurbuds to the next level.

Patented Twist Lock Technology.  Completely unique design in terms of the ear bud, which allows for a perfect fit.

Ultra Soft Earbuds.  We’ve said it before and we’ll say it again, the high grade silicone used is super soft.

Cons

Sweat Resistant.  We don’t actually have any complaints in this department, but it would be unfair not to mention that others have complained about their sweat resistance.  In all honesty this is likely happening to people who aren’t inserting the earbud into their ear canal properly.

What’s odd is we haven’t heard a single complaint about the Yurbuds Inspire regarding sweat resistance.

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We didn’t notice a single difference in terms of sound quality and comfort when compared to the Yurbuds Inspire Ironman Series.  Check out our previous review here.

Our quick recap is that these headphones sound great once you find a good fit, and their TwistLock technology keeps them in palce pretty much no matter what.

Where we did notice a difference was the added functionality of in-line controls.  We’re seeing more and more sports earphones offering this feature.  There should be no question why we’re seeing this added feature on most new workout headphones.  As more and more people are using either an iPhone or iPod when they workout, more and more people are going to want in-line controls.  Who wants to have to take out their iPod every few minutes just to change a song?  No one.

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Specifications

  • Sweat-resistant
  • Water-resistant
  • Weight: 2.9 ounches
  • Compatible with iPod, iPhone, MP3 players and most other devices

What’s in the Box

  • Yurbuds Inspire Pro Earphones
  • Zippered carrying case
  • (2) sets of silicone ear buds
  • Yurbud’s starter guide

Where to Buy

Click here to see the lowest price for Yurbuds Inspire Pro Earphones

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