Yamaha Home Theater
CNET editors' review
- CNET editors' rating: stars OK
Detailed editors' rating
- Reviewed on: 07/24/2009
There's no doubt that the earbuds that come packaged with the majority of MP3 players are subpar in both fit and sound quality, but it's tough to drop more cash on a new pair to go with a just-purchased device. The good news is that there are options that won't cost you a cent over $20. One such example are the new Auvio Pearl Buds, a colorful set of earbuds that will set you back only $15. Auvio is Radio Shack's latest foray into the earphone market, and the Pearl Buds represent the bottom of the line. It shows. Sound quality is merely passable and the superthin cable is practically begging to break, but these buds are still a step up from stock, especially in the bass department. They could be worth it for those on an incredibly tight budget.
The Pearl Buds have a typical earbud design: two small, round earpieces feature angled arms onto which you attach silicone eartips. Auvio includes three sizes, which for the sake of argument, we're calling extra-small, small, and large. The earpieces come in two shiny color options--light pink and deep purple--so these may not appeal to listeners of the male persuasion. Descending from each bud is a superthin black cord; its connection to the earpieces seems particularly fragile, so take heed. The Y-cable joins about 12-inches down and features a slider for preventing tangles when not in use. At the end, there's a standard 3.5 millimeter straight plug.
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