House of Marley Smile Jamaica Wired Earphones 9.2mm Driver - Brass

The Great Earbud Tip Conspiracy (and why these buds are still a winner!) Alright, buckle up, audiophiles and the easily amused, because I'm about to drop some truth bombs about these earbuds. And trust me, if I'm leaving good feedback, they truly earned it. Almost a 4-star, nearly banished to the 'disappointed' pile, but they clawed their way back! My initial unboxing experience was less "🎶 bliss" and more "🤔 huh?". With only one size of silicone earbud tip staring back at me, I thought, "Seriously? Do they think all earlobes are forged from the same mold?!". One side was a perfect fit (turns out, a medium), but the other? My ear was practically rejecting it, like a bouncer at a club refusing entry. I rummaged through my house like a mad scientist, desperately seeking a smaller tip, finally unearthing one from a forgotten drawer. I was on the verge of reluctantly buying replacement tips, feeling utterly betrayed by the universe (and the earbud manufacturers). But then, just as I was about to hit "add to cart," a glimmer of hope! A quick re-read of the description confirmed my suspicion: they promised more than one pair. And lo and behold, after a forensic investigation worthy of Sherlock Holmes, I discovered a tiny, cleverly hidden compartment in the box. Inside? A perfectly sized small pair! My frustration instantly melted into a mix of relief and mild embarrassment. Crisis averted, and my earlobe rejoiced! Now, onto the important bit: the sound. Oh. My. Goodness. These aren't just good; they're spectacular. They effortlessly outclass my trusty 20-year-old Sony wired buds (some fiend liberated them from my possession, may their karma be swift and earbud-less. Seriously, what kind of git steals another person's perfectly broken-in earphones?!). But here's the kicker: they even sound better than my much-pricier Sony WH-1000XM headphones! When a track is designed to have sound bounce from left to right, these buds deliver it with a precision and spaciousness that the Sonys just don't capture. It's like my ears are at a private concert. The Not-So-Silent Treatment (and why it's okay) Now, for a small, slightly less dramatic niggle: noise isolation. This is where the Sony WH-1000XM headphones strut back into the spotlight, because these little beauties don't quite block out the world with the same gusto. Car traffic, for instance, is still perfectly audible unless you crank the volume up way past the "doctor-recommended" level. Do that on a crowded train, and not only will you be giving everyone a free concert of your questionable music choices, but you'll also be risking your hearing for the sake of blissful ignorance. Honestly, I'd rather companies didn't make false claims about noise isolation; it's not needed or welcomed! But here's where these earbuds truly shine: quiet locations, or those sweltering hot days when you just don't want your ears encased in a sweaty leather-and-plastic cocoon. For those moments, they are absolutely perfect. And make no mistake, despite this minor point, these are definite keepers. To be fair, a bit of ambient background noise isn't always a bad thing — it can be a lifesaver for situational awareness (like hearing that rogue scooter coming your way!). So, while I might have initially considered knocking off a star for the noise isolation, I won't. That pretty much compensates for my initial lack of box-checking prowess! Plus, they deserve extra stars for their commitment to eco-friendliness! Even the ties for the cables are made of rope rather than plastic and wire. How's that for a thoughtful touch? So, despite the brief, dramatic quest for a properly fitting earbud tip, and the minor noise isolation "quirk," these are an absolute triumph. If you're looking for phenomenal sound, appreciate a bit of ambient safety, and don't mind a little scavenger hunt in the box, these are definitely worth every penny. Just... check all the compartments first, okay?

Great earphones for the price. Work perfectly with clear sound. Thank you.

Well for £10 these headphones are probably one of the better pairs you could get. Cons: There is not much bass and the wires are thinner than the images make it look, but otherwise it does seem like quite a durable cable, not sure how easy it would be to weld if it broke though. There is only ONE pair of earbuds which is a bit of a shame but I guess they got to meet some kind of quota given the sustainability of the product. So it is kind of one size fits all, so expect to buy earbuds if your ears are significantly smaller/larger. Not much in the way of noise isolation, where it mentions "noise isolating design" it most likely refers to a noise dampening geometry (since the heads of earphones are very similar) but the materials that actually make it do not use the full potential of it, so bit misleading there. Pros: Decent audio clarity, unless you're an audiophile or something it won't bother you, probably a little over average compared to headphones a similar price. The microphone, since I do not learn and buy cheap headphones for years I have been plagued with poor Discord mic quality, but these are the first pair in years where someone else on my laptop can actually hear me, so that's nice if you use headphones for Discord too. I attached the image because the mic lines up decently well with your mouth, though it varies a bit, perfect if you're a towering 5'6" man like me. As for the button to end calls and pause music they are kind of reserved for phone users or maybe MP3, this won't work for Spotify unless you have DOWNLOADED THE APP. Anyway out of all the £10 headphones I have bought the quality: simplicity tells me they will last awhile, I will edit the review should that change and also confirm in 3 months if they still work. Hope this helps :)

My favorite brand since my first pair +/- 5 years ago. Also I take them everywhere with me (I travel a lot). Braided cable: doesn't get tangled, easy to clean, extra protective not to mention ideal length in every situation Wooden earplugs: long lasting, protective of the inside and looks great In-ear gummies: come in 3 different sizes, comfortable and stay put (they won't fall out by themselves) Sounds great, deep in the ear and zones you out completely from anything happening around you. This is my 4th pair (could be 5th but I'm starting to lose count), have only had to replace them after 1~1.5 years if I feel like the inside of the cable starts to become disconnected but other than that they're almost indestructible and long-lasting. Personally these are EXACTLY what I look for in my earphones and they couldn't be better (I find that the price is more than worth the quality).

Great item and good sound and nice in the ears too good cable length and at a good price I have 2 of these

Edit: Wow, I’ve had these earphones for a full year now and they’re showing no signs of slowing down. I’ve never had a pair of earphones last more than 3 months at most, let alone a full year ! I honestly can’t believe these earphones have lasted me a full year with very heavy usage, and they’re still as good as the day they arrived. Amazing ! Please, do yourself a favour and buy these earphones ! I’m absolutely gobsmacked. Well done House of Marley ! I don't normally write reviews but I feel compelled to write one about these earphones. First of all, I absolutely love the eco-friendly aspect of this product. I am a big fan of eco-friendly products and am working towards a zero-waste lifestyle. These earphones fall right in line with these values. They're made of eco-friendly and recyclable materials like wood and aluminium. Even the packaging is easily recyclable and the instructions are made of recycled paper, so a big well done on that part ! Second, the quality of these earphones is impeccable. The sound is amazing, I have no wear and tear on these at all even though I have had them for 5 months. Now, that might not sound like a long time but I use my earphones a lot and very heavily, I use them when I'm walking, doing chores, on the bus, working out, in bed before I go to sleep. You name it, I'll be using my earphones. Most, if not all to be honest, brands of earphones break on me within the 1-2 month mark, at most 3 months. However, like I say, I have had these earphones for 5 months and there's no sign of them giving up on me any time soon. Honestly, PLEASE do yourself a favour and get yourself a pair of these earphones !! You will not regret it. If anyone asks for earphone recommendations, I always tell them about these. I'm also considering buying a speaker from this brand as I am so pleased with the quality of these earphones. Highly recommend !!!

An okay pair of earphones. The best aspects of the buds are mostly cosmetic, with the seafoam green a favourite of mine. In terms of fit, the green bits already attached were perfectly sized and rest snugly into my ears. When it comes to sound, its a little below average compared to my previous earphones. I've plugged multiple pairs of buds into my pc simultaneously for direct comparison. The bass response in particular is lacking, where i have come to expect a gentle tickle which is more often than not, not present. Use any subwoofer/earphone tester on youtube or online to see this. Both drums and bass do not seem to cut through the mix very easily, giving too much sonic space to other lead instruments, leading to it unfortunately sound a tiny bit cloudy/tinny. Nothing the average user will notice unless they listen to the same playlist everyday I was originally going to return any earphone i buy that didn't exceed the quality of my previous buds but I found these to be a suitable secondary pair, that happen to look very nice

Absolutely love the look of these and how comfortable they are. They’re loud with good bass, and while they’re not really noise-cancelling, you can’t expect that for earphones priced between £10–£20. I really like the string-like reinforcement on the outside of the cable, it makes them very resilient. I’ve been buying this style and brand for around 10 years and have used them in the gym, and they’ve lasted me a long time with daily use. These are my safe, reliable option for wired earphones without having to spend £200 on wireless ones designed by a well-known rapper.

Nice product look so professional.Nice wood

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My second pair. They sound great and last a long long time.

Love these in ears, beautiful design and great sound, bass mid treble are perfectly balanced, recycled materials as well! i recommend them! :D

These are excellent earphone with good non-tangle cable. Sound out the box is not so good but passable, I use them with poweramp equilizer and they are more than decent. Little nitpick if I may: there is little defect with placement of inline mic - the mic should be facing inward (meaning facing mouth part but it faces outward) due to weird twist in cable. Overall very nice product - funky colour, wooden casing on the driver. Loved it - let's see how it holds up.