The specialty of earphones when compared to headphones, is surely it's acceptance at every level. It finds place in the life of a casual music listener and also that of a high-tech music enthusiast, It's form factor and mobility make it a go-to choice when it comes to keeping it simple. It's almost been a tradition of manufacturer's packing in a complimentary pair of earphones with new handsets, We all know they don't stand long enough(Samsung,You read that?). In that case, A durable and a pocket friendly pair of Earbuds/In-Year earphones/Earphones become the need of the hour. Here is a compilation of the Top 5 Earphones under 1000₹ or 15$.
Pros: Cons:
Pros: Cons:
1. Sennheiser CX 180 Street II:
No matter which site/blog you check out, I can bet(JK) this is going to be their first choice of the best earphones in the price bracket. Period. It's combination of comfort and sound quality is exceptional. The comfort fit design is meant for extended usage, It's bass-driven sound output presents a perfect sound experience. To top its off, It comes with 2 years of warranty!
Specs:
| Type | Wired in-the-ear headphone |
| Microphone | No |
| Colour | Silver |
| Impedance | 16 Ohms |
| Frequency | 20 Hz – 20000 Hz |
| Sensitivity | 110 dB/mW Headphone Sensitivity at 1 kHz |
2 Years Warranty Lack of Colours
High-end design Treble
Solid Bass
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2. SoundMagic ES18's:
SoundMagic has been one company that has been making budget earphones and each one of them have turned out to be amazing, After the success of the famous E10's, The E18's replicate the same at even lower price! The provide crystal clear audio with quite beautiful bass power, On the outside they are very comfortable to the ear. For me, The integrated microphone/remote make this pair the perfect buy! Also, The L-connector for the audio-jack make it durable.
Specs:
| Type | Wired in-the-ear headphone |
| Microphone | No |
| Colour | black,red,gray,green combination |
| Impedance | 16 Ohms |
| Frequency | 15 Hz – 22000 Hz |
| Sensitivity | 100 dB/mW Headphone Sensitivity at 1 kHz |
One Year Warranty Average Highs
Integrated Microphone/Remote
Silicon Pouch
Extra Ear Buds
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3. Audio Technica ATH-CLR 100 BK:
Audio Technica, Very well known for it's spectacular range of 'M' series headphones finds place in the list of Budget earphones with the CLR 100's. Every genre of music sounds great on these, If you are a fan of Rock, hip-hop and more of movement, You should definitely pick this up! This also comes with a nice little travel case providing durability. Plus, It comes in almost 6 colours. Girls, Now you can have maching earphones! ;)
| Type | Wired In the Ear Closed Back | |
| Microphone | No | |
| Colour | Green, Black,Blue,Red,Pink, | |
| Impedance | 32ohms | |
| Frequency | 20 Hz – 22000 Hz | |
| Sensitivity |
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Pros: Cons:
Great sound Bass could have been better
Choice of Colours
Travel case
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4. Panasonic RP HJE-190:
Panasonic, One of the foremost manufacturer's and pioneers of the sound technology arena, may stand in a corner when it comes to it's presence in the market this modern day. The HJE-190 is a part of it's effort to get back into the ears of listeners. The HJE 190's have a specific type of design language known as "Ergofit" which first sits into the ear and then goes deeper into the canal providing effortless noise isolation. This means these earphones stay in the ear even during rigorous running, cycling and athletic activities, Which is a huge bonus! The Bass is huge and the please high's seem well fitting. You could use these with an EDM!
| Type | Wired in-the-ear headphone |
| Microphone | No |
| Colour | Black, Red, White, Gold, Purple,Blue |
| Impedance | 16 Ohm |
| Frequency | 6 – 24000 Hz |
| Sensitivity | – |
Pros: Cons:
ErgoFit Thin cables
Best in Bass
Colour Choices
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5. Sony MDR EX-150:
A list of wearable audio technology without an entry from Sony? Impossible! This is Sony's budget friendly treat which will make heads turn with it's a wide range of extremely bright colours ontop of a solid metal design! They sound very well and since they are light weight, Long hours of listening won't harm you.
| Type | Wired in-the-ear headphone |
| Microphone | No |
| Colour | black,red,gray,blue,purple,yellow,pink,silver |
| Impedance | 16 Ohms |
| Frequency | 5 – 24000 Hz |
| Sensitivity | 103 dB/mW (Power On) |
Pros: Cons:
Elegant design Bass not upto the mark
Light weight
One Year warranty
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I've had a chance to use three of the five headphones on this list and have been satisfied with their performance. Thank you.
in under 1000/- please dnt include sony! :/ #sonysucks
ReplyDeleteIt's one of those headphones i haven't personally heard, But people who used them told me they were fine, The lows and the mids sound well, But the bass isn't good. I will keep your advice in mind. Thank you. :)
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