txoutback
New Head-Fier
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I'm trying to find a nice set of earbuds with a mic for under $50, and here's what my parameters are:
Honestly the SoundMagic E10M's look like a good fit for me, but they are only available in red... is there a newer model that has replaced them, or are the gun-metals just sold out temporarily?
I've also looked at the Brainwavz M5, but some people seem complain about the lack of bass... is that due to mis-fitting the earcups or is the unit just bass-weak overall?
Thanks for reading.
- No infamous Hiss...jeez the SkullCandy FMJs hiss so loud!
- Doesn't have an issue with loud microphonics or chintzy cables
- I really dont like shrill highs and sibilance, and good bass is a plus...I want these for listening while I work in my garage, shop, or yard, not for studio monitoring.
- Decent Isolation, or at least can support Comply cups or DIY mods for isolation... I still have some decent SkullCandy earcups, too.
- The in-line controls mean nothing to me...really... I dont use them ever.
- A good mic is imporatnt so people dont complain about not hearing me like they do with SkullCandy FMJs.
- Black, gray, brown, or silver is my preference. I'm 41, I dont need pink, yellow, red accents.
Honestly the SoundMagic E10M's look like a good fit for me, but they are only available in red... is there a newer model that has replaced them, or are the gun-metals just sold out temporarily?
I've also looked at the Brainwavz M5, but some people seem complain about the lack of bass... is that due to mis-fitting the earcups or is the unit just bass-weak overall?
Thanks for reading.