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Best earbuds (in-ear headphones)
Earbuds are commonly issued as freebie headphones with portable players, but higher-performance earbuds can offer sonics that rival full-size headphones. Their tiny earpieces rest on the outer ear or need to be inserted into the ear canal. Ultracompact and lightweight, earbuds are the most portable of all headphones, and they can provide moderate to excellent isolation from external noise. They also offer little to no interference with earrings, glasses, hats, or hairstyles.
Shure SE310 Sound Isolating Earphones (white)
8.3 Excellent (reviewed 3/5/07)
If you're looking for a premium listening experience, check out the Shure SE310 Sound Isolating Earphones. They sound fantastic and will probably outlast your MP3 player.
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Klipsch Image Headphones
8.0 Excellent (reviewed 2/28/08)
The pricey Klipsch Image in-ear headphones combine rich sound with superior comfort.
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V-Moda Bass Freq earphones (blue)
8.0 Excellent (reviewed 10/3/06)
V-Moda's Bass Freq earphones are the perfect accessory for bass-loving Creative Zen Micro owners who are on a budget. If you prefer less low end, look elsewhere.
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Ultimate Ears Super.fi 5 EB (black)
7.7 Very good (reviewed 2/1/06)
Bass addicts with a desire to maintain an articulate high end in their music will enjoy the quality Ultimate Ears Super.fi 5 EB in-ear set, while purists who prefer flat EQ should steer clear.
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V-moda Vibe (red roxx)
7.7 Very good (reviewed 11/27/06)
The V-moda Vibe headphones are a great option for style-conscious bass-addicts looking for some worthy portable headphones.
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Creative Zen Aurvana
7.5 Very good (reviewed 6/26/06)
If you need lightweight and quality in-ear earphones for under $100, check out the Creative Aurvanas, which match up quite well against the Shure E2cs.
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Denon AH-C551 In-Ear Headphones
7.5 Very good (reviewed 4/9/08)
The Denon AH-C551 In-Ear Headphones offer mostly great sound quality and a compact, understated design. They're a solid choice for an everyday earbud.
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