Griffin Technology 4039-EJAM EarJam Earbud Sound Enhancing Covers
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Manufacturer: Griffin TechnologyBrand: Griffin Technology
Edition: Electronics
Audio: English (Original Language)
Model: 4039-EJAM
Publisher: Griffin Technology
Studio: Griffin Technology
Music Label: Griffin Technology
Product features:
- Pair of snap-on attachments for iPod ear buds; comes with carry case
- Improves bass performance while increasing volume output
- Funnel shapes fit comfortably and securely in the ear
- Includes 3 sizes of ear pads for different ear contours
- Compatibility: iPod nano (1G and 2G), iPod mini, 3G iPod, 4G iPod with click wheel, iPod Color, iPod Video, iPod shuffle (1G and 2G)
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Customer Review: Dangerous Garbage
Summary: 1 Stars
I'm not a fan of Griffin's products. As a general rule, they suck. See my other reviews of Griffin products and I'll tell you why. I don't buy their stuff anymore, but sometimes I receive their junk as gifts. This one struck a nerve because I'm a sensory scientist and I know something about the dangers of poor quality audio equipment.
This has got to be one of the dumbest products ever created by Griffin. Maybe you'll be happy with the sound quality and the comfort level. The fact that many people are not happy with these things is well documented in other reviews.
The key issue is hearing loss. If you aren't concerned about this, then you qualify for a Darwin award. Earbuds by themselves are high-risk items. They are MUCH more dangerous than normal headphones because they provide high amplitude sound and they block the ear canal. Even without this stupid EarJam product, earbuds boost the signal as much as six to nine decibels (about the sound of a vaccum cleaner and a motorcycle). Often, the listener is not aware of the damage that is being caused. Normally, we hear distortion at high volumes, so we don't crank it up. With earbuds, you can crank up the volume and you don't perceive it as being all that loud... which is a recipe for disaster. Hearing doesn't have very sensitive pain receptors. By the time you feel pain, it is too late--you are already doing damage. The hearing loss is gradual, so you aren't aware of it until it is too late.
If covering the ear canal with an earbud isn't wise, then jamming it closed with the EarJam is the height of stupidity. Trapping sound pressure waves in the ear adds to the risk.
Don't believe me? Do an internet search for "earbuds" and "Dean Garstecki" of Northwestern University, or Robert Sweetow of UCSF.
I'd love to hear from an audiologist, sensory scientist, or medical person who disputes what I've just said. Lawyers and marketing people don't count. Can Griffin find a hack to say otherwise? Probably not. They'd be crushed by facts. The amazing thing is that Earbud manufacturers are quite aware of the issues, and the warnings they offer are more and more geared toward limiting liability.
Well maybe you don't like what you are hearing from me, but I hope that you don't damage your ears further. Truly dense people may want to consider learning sign language.
If you want to play it as safe as possible while listening to headphones, get noise canceling headphones that reduce the ambient noise and thus reduce the need to crank up the music. They offer better sound quality anyway. But all headphones carry risks. Pete Townshend of the Who (a band that your grandparents listened to) blames headphones on his hearing loss, and the science tends to back him up.
Description of Griffin Technology 4039-EJAM EarJam Earbud Sound Enhancing Covers
Pair of snap-on attachments for iPod ear budsAmazon.com Review The distinctive white ear buds that come with 3G and 4G iPods meet the audio needs of many listeners, but some don't like the fit, and still others think the buds' sound is too tinny and weak. Griffin addresses these concerns with its EarJams, a pair of snap-on plastic ear funnels designed to boost and improve the iPod's audio performance. The Jams attach directly to the ear buds and use their cone shape to focus the sound within the ear. The Jams also come with three pairs of soft rubber ear pads--large, medium, and small, depending on the size of your ear canal--and a protective carrying case. It's important to note that the EarJams don't fit the buds that came with 1G and 2G iPods.
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| EarJams come with included carrying case to protect your spare earpads and your Earbuds. |
Every music fan has a different opinion on what constitutes quality sound. To some, it's expressive, clear high ranges, while others prefer big, booming bass. If you consider yourself a bass believer, the EarJams are right up your alley. The funnels create much deeper tones, turning formerly bright-sounding songs into thumping affairs. The Jams also boost the volume by around 15 to 25 percent, pleasing listeners who think the traditional iPod ear buds are too slight.
The real question, though, is whether this bass monsoon actually improves the music. And the answer, again, is in the ear of the beholder. There's no question that the Jams sacrifice the high- and mid-range frequencies to improve the low-end performance. A once crisp-sounding acoustic guitar sounds a bit muddled through the Jams, while vocals that formerly soared end up stooping instead. On the other hand, the Jams can also take a flat-sounding hip-hop track and give it some serious punch. Listeners may be best served by using the EarJams on an album-by-album basis, as some songs are clearly improved by the added wallop, while others just create a thud.
One huge area of improvement is the way the EarJams fit within the ears. Once listeners determine which ear pads fit the best, the Jams nestle securely within the ear canals and won't come out until pulled. Contrast that with the default ear buds, which sit loosely in the ear and can easily tumble out while jogging or walking, or even during a quick turn of the head. The pads are also washable in case they get a bit waxy.
A final bonus comes in the form of the zippered carrying case, which holds the ear buds, EarJams, and all of the pads in its padded pouch. The main compartment opens to reveal two mesh pockets and a third zippered pocket. --Rivers Janssen
Pros
- Significantly boosts the bass performance of your iPod
- Increases volume output of ear buds
- Multiple sizes of ear pads ensure comfortable, secure fit
- Handy carrying case protects buds and EarJams
Cons
- High- and mid-range frequencies don't sound as good
What's in the Box
Two snap-on EarJams, two small ear pads, two medium-sized ear pads, two large ear pads, padded carrying case.
Amazon.com Product Description The distinctive white ear buds that come with 3G, 4G, and 5G iPods meet the audio needs of many listeners, but some don't like the fit, and still others think the buds' sound is too tinny and weak. Griffin addresses these concerns with its EarJams, a pair of snap-on plastic ear funnels designed to boost and improve the iPod's audio performance. The Jams attach directly to the ear buds and use their cone shape to focus the sound within the ear. The Jams also come with three pairs of soft rubber ear pads--large, medium, and small, depending on the size of your ear canal--and a protective carrying case. It's important to note that the EarJams don't fit the buds that came with 1G and 2G iPods.
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| EarJams come with included carrying case to protect your spare earpads and your Earbuds. |
Every music fan has a different opinion on what constitutes quality sound. To some, it's expressive, clear high ranges, while others prefer big, booming bass. If you consider yourself a bass believer, the EarJams are right up your alley. The funnels create much deeper tones, turning formerly bright-sounding songs into thumping affairs. The Jams also boost the volume by around 15 to 25 percent, pleasing listeners who think the traditional iPod ear buds are too slight.
The real question, though, is whether this bass monsoon actually improves the music. And the answer, again, is in the ear of the beholder. There's no question that the Jams sacrifice the high- and mid-range frequencies to improve the low-end performance. A once crisp-sounding acoustic guitar sounds a bit muddled through the Jams, while vocals that formerly soared end up stooping instead. On the other hand, the Jams can also take a flat-sounding hip-hop track and give it some serious punch. Listeners may be best served by using the EarJams on an album-by-album basis, as some songs are clearly improved by the added wallop, while others just create a thud.
One huge area of improvement is the way the EarJams fit within the ears. Once listeners determine which ear pads fit the best, the Jams nestle securely within the ear canals and won't come out until pulled. Contrast that with the default ear buds, which sit loosely in the ear and can easily tumble out while jogging or walking, or even during a quick turn of the head. The pads are also washable in case they get a bit waxy.
A final bonus comes in the form of the zippered carrying case, which holds the ear buds, EarJams, and all of the pads in its padded pouch. The main compartment opens to reveal two mesh pockets and a third zippered pocket. --Rivers Janssen
Pros
- Significantly boosts the bass performance of your iPod
- Increases volume output of ear buds
- Multiple sizes of ear pads ensure comfortable, secure fit
- Handy carrying case protects buds and EarJams
Cons
- High- and mid-range frequencies don't sound as good
What's in the Box
Two snap-on EarJams, two small ear pads, two medium-sized ear pads, two large ear pads, padded carrying case.
iPod Compatibility
iPod nano 1G, iPod nano 2G, iPod mini, iPod 3G, iPod 4G (Clickwheel), iPod Color, iPod 5G/5.5G Video, iPod Shuffle 1G, iPod Shuffle 2G
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