Sennheiser MX 75 Twist-To-Fit Stereo Sport Earbuds
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Customer Review: Good fit, Great sound, a real pain in the ear...
Summary: 4 Stars
I bought this product because I was frustrated with other headphones (of the bulbous hard plastic variety) that kept falling out of my ear on my heaver 'jogs' (who am I kidding, my fast walks)...hello, Google Products & Amazon listing, and Hello, Sennheiser MX75 Twist-to-fit-in-ear Stereo Sport Headphones....let's break that down and review everything, shall we?
Senneheiser - ok, if that's their name...
MX75 - To be perfectly honest, I haven't tried their other 74 'failed attempts', so I can't really comment!
Twist-To-Fit - Well, this is what they claim on their multi-lingual 'easy' to decipher fold out post-it note sized instructional booklet with step-by-step illustrations...I haven't mastered the twist to fit portion of the show, however, I plunk in the bottom part and pull my ear over the top part and the fit is great...so maybe "Plunk-And-Pull" system?!
In-Ear - Sure, I can see how that would work better than the Intra-Nostril approach...
Stereo - Really? Hi-Fi Stereo? That's great! Now let me just jump into my flying car and beam myself to the jogging path platform in my space suit...
Sport - Well, they're neon green...does that make it sporty? If that's the case I should buy a neon green fat suit and skip jogging/walking altogether!
Headphones - Sure enough, noise comes out!
Ok, Ok, in all seriousness, I do like these headphones--I'm not a big audiophile, my main concerns are if can I hear it or not and does it stay in my (apparently unconventionally shaped) ears! And this product DOES that--they stay jogging/walking, back flips, deep sea yoga practice, bull riding, in church--you name it, it'll stay...(Although, admittedly, I've only actually tried it jogging/walking...so...).
My only NEGATIVE is that after about an hour or so, it hurts...it's uncomfortable...it feels good to remove them...but not enough to keep me from poking them back in the next day--but, apparently enough to withhold one star!
Customer Review: WARNING! THIS IS NOT WORKING LIKE WHAT THEY TELL YOU!
Summary: 1 Stars
I have been shopping here at amazon.com for a long time and am always very satisfied with their products. However, after several unhappy experiences, I decided to write this down and see if they can improve the quality of this product.
I am a runner and usually run 7 miles a day, 4 time a week, and I use my ipod while running. I used to use the original white ipod headphones, and it started to get wet(from sweating) and stop working few months ago. I saw many good reviews here at amazon.com about this "Sennheiser MX75 Twist-To-Fit In-Ear Stereo Sport Headphones", and I placed an order at July/11/2008. The package came very fast, and I started to use it.
All I want to say is DO NOT BUY IT. I have nothting to recommand it except the nice carry case.
First of all, the sound quality is not as good as the original ipod headphones. I did not like ipod headphones, but after this Sennheiser set, I found that Ipod headphones are much nicer.
Second, the cord is way too long. I do not understand what kind of sports or activities need this long cord. It is either unconvenient when I am running, or storing them into my gym bag. It is very annoying that you have to spend time deal with it when you need them.
The last complain is the biggest issue I have, and decide to write this review. IT IS "NOT" sweat and water resistant!!!! again, IT IS NOT! It worked fine the first few days. After the first week, the phonesets would stop working properly after about 3 or 4 miles run. It is just getting worse and worse. Today is August 18, and it stopped working even I just had a easy 15 minutes jog. (and I am a 130 pounds normal guy who DOES NOT sweat a lot!)
I know this is a award winning product because I read it in ID magazine, and I always believe good reviews here. However, this headphones either have qualty contral problems, or don't work like what they expected. All I can say is do not waste your money on this, or you will start to write your first review just like me.
Customer Review: They won't fall out!
Summary: 4 Stars
I bought these headphones based on the reviews I read on this site. Agreed, they don't fall out. Most of my workouts are in the gym. I lift weigts, run on the treadmill, and use the elliptal equipment. I was getting SO tired of my old in-ear earbuds falling out (I had the black Sony in ear buds, not sure the model but you can get them at Best Buy for about $40).
Okay, here's what I like about these: They stay in place! Finally, a set of headphones I i don't have to continually put back in. This was especially a problem with my old pair when running on the treadmill, once I worked up a sweat they would fall out every time. These stay in place for a 45 min run no problem. Also, the cord is long enough, and it won't tug on my ears when connected to my ipod on my hip. Being 6'1'' this was a problem on some of the older headphones I had.
Okay... the things I don't like? Well, they are not as comfortable as I would have liked. The design is not an "in ear" design. More like it goes right next to your ear but not into the ear canal like I was used to. The "twist to fit" system works, but it does take some getting used to. It got more comfortable after 4 or 5 uses. This brings me to the other thing I don't like- the design lets in too much outside noise! I work out at a gym where they play the music at moderate to loud levels, and even when turning the music close or all the way up, I can still hear outside music/talking at times. I like my headphones to close out the sound around me- not with these. Unfortunately, they are not a true "in ear" design that would eliminate the problem. As far as sound qualiity is concerned they are fine (not specacular) but they do the job, which is to get me through my workout. Overall I would recommend these to anyone, as long as you know it's not an in-ear design like many earbuds and will let in some outside noise. Otherwise, a great headphone at a reasonable price.
Customer Review: Great product, except for wire coating
Summary: 5 Stars
I have owned these 'phones for over a year and have drenched them in sweat 5-6 days a week ever since. I consider myself an audiophile, as well as bass freak and have been impressed with the product.
Specifically:
* Plenty of options for a custom fit. I took off the rubber surround on the actual transducer and replaced it with a foam pad.
* These 'phones require proper placement for maximum bass response, but stay put once you get them fit properly (I've run up to 18 miles wearing these) and reward you with excellent bass.
* They are not hard to drive. I don't know the exact impedance of these 'phones, but have driven them with practically every model of iPod since the original Shuffle (a great combination) and have always been pleased.
* With proper fit, they also do a nice job of keeping outside noise, well, outside. I can be working on a machine in the gym outside of a thumping aerobics class and still enjoy my music with minimal (or no) outside noise. Works pretty well on a plane as well. I've not tried noise cancelling 'phones, but these are a bargain in comparison.
Two nits:
* The color - works fine in a gym, but the green color looks a little silly when I'm flying. There was at one time what appeared to be a version of these 'phones in black (different model number). It is NOT the same product. I ordered it and found it to be cheaply built and did not sound anywhere near as good these 'phones.
* The coating on the wire has cracked in a couple of places. There has been no affect on sound whatsoever, and considering the abuse I have put these through is somewhat understandable (especially for the price). Still deserves 5 stars despite this issue - that's how good they are.
Came back here to look at ordering another pair and decided to add my two cents as a reviewer.
cheers
Customer Review: MX75s are a solid choice
Summary: 4 Stars
I figured since I have been buying stuff on Amazon for years based on the reviews I read here, I figured it was about time that I contributed one.
I bought the MX75s based on other's reviews here at Amazon. I've had these about 8 months and I really like them. I have used several different types of headphones/earbuds and couldn't find any that could stand the abuse of daily workouts while not driving me crazy falling out of my ears or off my head.
These things will stay in your ears. When I first saw these and people said they were secure, I thought "Yeah, right", but they work well and they keep performing.
The sound is good, when you take the time to get a good fit. It isn't going to wow you when you have 5 people pounding tread mills next to you, but you can hear your music which is an accomplishment. When in a quiet setting the sound is quite good.
The kit that is provided to alter the fit is something you should hang onto even if the earphones fit well in the default setup. I found the fit changed over time and I was glad I had thrown the kit in the junk drawer.
Some don't like the long cord that is provided. I must admit that it can get tangled pretty easily as there is quite a bit of wire, but I like the extra wire as it allows me to put my ipod in the pocket of my shorts when I am working out with weights. This is a major benefit for me as I am allergic to neoprene and can't have those stretch bands wrapped around my arms.
These will stand up to lots of moisture. When I am done working out, my shirt is usually dripping and these headphones have not shown ANY effects from the moisture or the salt. Pretty impressive.
The MX75s aren't perfect, but for the application I bought them for they work really well. I think they are well worth the money and I would buy another pair without hesitation.