JVC HAFX1X Headphone Xtreme-Xplosivs, Black, Red

I bought these for a decent protable headset that didn't break the budget,It sure doesn't !Now for the headphones themselves they look really similar to some of the beats in ear model and they were quickly mistaken by others as beats.The cord is very thick throughout the whole of the head phones and the case is smaller than you think it approximently 2 inches by 3 inches and like 3/4 inches high which is pretty shallow, but the ear phone parts themselves (which are enormous ) aren't actually meant to be put in the case itself they have these little notches so that they can hang out, I still manage to fit them IN the case by a little strategy and focus.The ear pieces themselves are very large but they need to cause of all the might of the bass that's jam packed into these driver that we have which are just huge for earphones of this price rangeNow let's talk about sound quality, but just remember there 30 dollars!The highs- they there just not as rich and full as one might expect them to be now don't get me wrong they're still stunning for what you paid for just they seemed a little far from the rest of the musicThe Mids- this is where 90% of the music happens. They were really good for what you paid for everything was nicely tight and crisp. You could tell what was being played and where it was coming from but with some thinking of course. The the soundstage is better than most headphones in this price range but nothing spectacular I mean it's still there just you have to think a little for some of the instrument separation .The Bass/lows- the bass is by far the most I have seen in earphone at this price point ever period. The base you will definently hear it but dont expect these to vibrate like over ear headphones. It is very warm sounding, and the the sound is well leaning towards the low end which is great For bass heads but if you prefer less bass and a more balanced sound then ditch the wallet and pull out the plastic cause that's what it'll cost you.Random thoughts- there also is a lot of cable noise that you will pick so I recommend you use the behind the ear way of putting them in that will cut 90% of the cable noise . And also these headphones get VERY VERY loud I couldn't beat it at full volume and I listen to loud volumes regularly all I could take was 75% volume and that's it.Pros:CaseLots of bassLooksDurabilityValueCons:Looks (may look too much like beats)Leaks sound (at high volumes )Case is a little smallOverallA great value. For some cheap earbuds they sure sound good.

I bought these after reading all the positive (and negative) review and I've honestly got to say that I am impressed. I am what I would consider the "average" user.I'm not an "audiophile" or a music professor.Now I DID try the POWERBEATS BY DRE..and these buds out performed those by a LANDSLIDE.So don't believe that you ALWAYS get what you pay for. I workout a lot in these and I occasionally like to lay in my bed and listen to music.I find the easiest way to read review is to break down in categories:Durability: I don't think that you will find a more sturdy set of ear buds. The actual buds are bigger than normal and hold a substantial weight,but in a good way. The cord is EXTRA long and that works to my advantage whenever i'm in the gym. Although I would have rather seen a 90 degree hookup the audio jack is fairly sturdy the only complaint I have here is that occasionally it pulls from my ipod but like I said I'm ALWAYS in the gym with these so that's liable to happen when i'm in the zone!Sound: The first thing you notice about these when you open the package is the size of the ear buds. You throw them in your ear(which fit snug by the way)and turn on your music and you find out why these are pretty bulky. The bass KICKS and i mean...KICKS! I've never owned a pair of earbuds that sounds like you are listening to surround sound bass.I mean i'm not sure how JVC did it AND it such a cheap package,but the bass is the highlight.With that being said they do come with 2 alternate ear fittings and these dramatically change the sound.The mid sized fitting reduces the base but it evens out everything,more akin to what I would call the average earphone.The smaller ones reduce the bass a little but highlights the trebel. These headphones are also LOUD.So make sure your listening device is turned to about 1/3 of what you listen to because you will blow out an ear drum!Extra: The Noise cancellation is excellent on these things,it strange acutally. I feel when I put these on i've got a stetoscope in! I can really hear my breathing and I can see people's mouth moving but I can't hear the words..Basically the noise cancellation is what you would expect..Noise Cancellation! But just be sure you have the CORRECT ear buds in for your ear size.I've got larger ear canals so I used the larger pads..AND makes sure they are in all the way.you CAN tell the difference, I promise you.**CONCLUSION**: On top of being the most indecisive man in the world i am also FRUGAL,so after years of buying pair after pair of cheap 7 dollar earbuds. I decided to shell out a little extra and pay for quality,sound and durability. This is one of the best earbuds i've ever tried and money well spent.I don't regret it,and you won't either.Value:Are you serious? Grab these why they are on the cheap before JVC realizes that people will pay more than about $30 for a good quality earbud