Quote: Seems like the earpods have been getting quite a good reception, especially compared to the older buds, and I'm glad to hear that at least the microphone works with non-Apple products. She will only be using the mic aspect of the headphones for calling, so it sounds like these will...

A couple days ago, my best friend approached me asking for advice on a decent, Android-compatible earphone with a microphone. She said that couldn't find anything else, she would go ahead with either the Apple Earpods or the older Apple buds. My first thought was the Sony MH1C - less expensive...

Quote:   Went to a local audio store today and tried both the 240s and 440s. I have to say I agree with that assessment entirely. The 440s are great and I guess I expected a bit more out of a Shure product, but the 240s didn't sound too good at all. Partly out of impulse, I purchased the...

Quote:   That seems great, and the 440s are available at a local store, so I think I'll go try them out tomorrow or so. Out of curiosity, do you have any opinion on the SRH240s? They're a bit less expensive, but does that come at a high cost in sound? Thanks so much :)

Quote:   Thanks so much for the suggestions! I've heard many great things about the CALs, not sure why I didn't think of them. The 440s also look like they might be perfect for my needs. But what would be the difference between the two? I'm under the impression that the 440s more balanced...

Hi! I'm currently looking for set of closed cans for everyday portable use, with big emphasis on SQ and affordability. At home I have a pair of HD650s, which I love to death, but unfortunately, after listening to them, most of my other headphones (ATH-FC700, Philips SHL9500, etc) no longer...