SonyMDR-EX10LP/DBL Earbud Headphones Cobalt Blue

I bought these to replace a pair of old ear buds, and only expected them to be okay, however, the sound is quite clear.I won't get into the mids, lows, and highs, as these are $10 and if you're expecting Hi-Fi go get some Noontech headphones. I listen to extreme metal music with at least 3 hours a day of listening, so it's not like I haven't put them to extended periods of use. They are comfortable, more-so than some so called "ergonomic' ear buds I've used, (such as Maxwell cool beans), and they come with extra tip sizes, which is a bonus. One thing about these, I ordered a white pair of these, and received a black pair. I don't much mind the color difference, and it's probably seller dependent, (I ordered from "Smashing Deals"), but it irked me a little bit. I already own dozens of black cables! Micro USB, USB extension cords, HDMI, DVI, VGA, and so forth, and I was looking forward to mix things up. I've used them for a couple days and I'll update in a few weeks.The short: 9/10 for price, but you may not get the same color as ordered.

These headphones work excellent and have some subtle attributes which you often don't think about until after you've received them and suddenly have problems because of it. I order for the price which is great at about $7.50 (including handling/delivery) They limit you to three so (apparently) the shipping and handling they get per set covers their costs (and profit I might guess).1) Size of headphone jack is small enough to use with my iPhone without taking the case off. Very important to me as I use headphones when I talk on my iPhone and taking the case off is not an option. I don't like Bluetooth headsets because they are too costly for the frequency with which I loose them as is true for decent sets of wired headsets with mics. So, I order and use these and simply have to replace them when I occasionally lose them (about once a month) or replace them when they do wear out (one buds stops working). Needless to say my job is very active and I am extremely rough on headsets (dropping phone, knocking it off desk or car seat, constantly straining and stretching the cord and ear buds.) These often make it three to four months whereas others I have ordered will fail within a month.2) the rubber used on the cord is flexible yet not overly grabby. Some headsets the wired are stiffy plastic which makes wrapping them up difficult and prone to stick out from your clothes and catch on things. Others have rubber that seams to almost stick to things and pull, catch or grab them when you go near them (like catching on things in your pocket (or even just the fabric of the pocket!).Two minor suggestions for future models. The packaging is that stiff plastic that is very difficult to open cleanly without a pair off scissors (or you risk the possibility of damaging the headphones when it finally breaks free). I imagine it's to prevent theft by removal in stores where they are sold. Also, I would like a 90 degree plug if possible while still maintaining the important thinness of the plastic around the headphone jack so case wouldn't have to be removed to use it.

I recently lost my Philips SHE3590 which were really great, I bought them based on the reviews I found, and I was really pleased with the buds -for under 10- were absolutely amazing, sound was clear and crisp with balanced bass, and power was great too.I had to buy this MDREX as a replacement on the go, they are small, comfortable and sound quite good, but have to be honest, sorry Sony, but the SHE's just kick them out of the place -right away-. If you are planning to buy these ones, please please try the Philips, you will be much more happier I guarantee you that, if not, buy both (for under $10), then test them and you'll find out yourself.Sony's mayor drawback for me was the low power they delivered, I just used to listen at 33% power with my SHE3590, I had to go 100% with this MDRs and barely sounded as crisp as Philips'I have to mention that Sony's buds material is feels much better and soft , it adapts better to your ear, actually I used my SHE's with a pair of old Sony buds I had lying around, for me thats the kicker combination... Philips feel a little bit too hard then some of the sound power can leak through.

I had previously bought a pair of white ones for listening to music at work. I bought that pair in early 2012 and they are still kicking. I enjoyed the white pair so much i had to buy another pair so i bought black for at the gym so they don't turn gray over time from sweat. I have used many different ear-buds in the past but they all seem to die in under a year so for this pair to last over 2 years and still work perfect is unbelievable for me.I really enjoy the simplicity of these. They are short that they do not bother your ears one bit. Other brands are too big or long and will rub against your ear causing irritation. They also sound great for ear-buds and for $10 are you kidding me???!? My dad has a pair of the Bose in-ear headphones for like $100 and I can barely tell the difference not to mention if i lose these on an airplane i wont cry for a week.Seriously all i can say is BUY THESE NOW. There is always a chance with any product that you will get a dud but remember that Amazon has a superb return policy.UPDATE:These headphones went through the wash! I accidentally left them in a pair of work jeans and washed them. I hang my clothes to dry so it didn't go through the dryer. They still work and have been working just like before! Once again a great product I don't know why you would shop elsewhere!

For the price, they work great. Sometime a little crackly if moving them around a lot, but not too often. OK sound. Just not the best, but for that price, it's what you get.

Great headphones with high sound quality.

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I was using the similar style before(MDR-EX100), really loved it. I found the Apple headphones are really easy to be broken, but the Sony one I used for about 2 years, even in the cold Canada winter, the plastic material will become very stiff,but no affection to the sound, I was quite impressed by this. But for this new one I bought, the sound is not as good as EX100, and it's hard to tell the plug is for right or left ear which is a little annoy to me. I would buy MDREX100 instead this EX10LP next time.

Not a bad temporary solution but I could never imagine using these for a long time. The cable is just a tanglefest, and I'm always worried I'm going to snap it when I pull it out of my pocket, a problem I never had with any higher end Sony earphones. I am a very casual music listener, and even I found the quality below average. Good for the $8 I spent, but I wouldn't pay any more than that. Shell out another $30-$40 and get yourself some higher quality earbuds, I know I will.