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- First reviewJanuary 20, 2008
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Enjoy premium sound with this Harman Kardon ONYX MINI. The speaker has a small footprint, so it can be used in almost any space, and a battery life of up to 10 hours lets you listen to favorite tunes all day. This Harman Kardon ONYX MINI has a microphone that can be used for conference calls.
Customer Rating
5
A small bluetooth speaker done right!
on December 17, 2016
Posted by: Stanman
from Cerritos, CA
The overall sound is pretty darn good. it was actually better than I thought after reading all the reviews here on BestBuy. I own the Bose SoundLink mini II which is good but has many flaws. If you like your music played 50% volume or lower the soundlink mini II might be the best overall sounding small bluetooth speaker out there, hands down! But if you like your music played louder over 50% volume, the sound quality take a dive real quick. its still clear & bright but the bass distorts and instruments no longer sound correct. I also have the Klipsch GiG which sounds awesome, but also has its limitations. at 50% volume and lower, its the only speaker that can hang toe to toe with the bose soundlink mini II and maintain sound quality throughout all instruments and has good punch! but when you go higher in volume the bass distorts more so than the bose. Now I have this Harmon Kardon Onyx mini speaker and i am pretty pleased. the highs aren't as bright as the soundlink mini II or the GiG, but the drivers are pretty clean. the mids are better than the soundlink mini II but not better than the GiG. I opened up my onyx mini and to my surprise, in the front there are 2 drivers and 1 passive bass radiator just like its big brother the Onyx Studio 3 (the onyx studio 3 has 2 tweeters in front that the onyx mini doesn't have). in the back there is also a passive bass radiator that moves with heavy beats & bass tones. I find it odd nobody mentioned the passive bass radiator in the front, its not even on the Harmon Kardon website or any reviews out there. the bass on this onyx mini is pretty good, not as tight as the GiG but more natural than the soundlink mini II. you won't get that over boosted bass like the bose on lower volumes but it's full sounding and it sounds good. where this speaker shines is at volumes over 50% and higher. on bose the bass disappears and there's too much processing that alters the music completely. and through all this, the bass gets weak & distorts. the onyx mini keeps up the strong full sound and maintains the bass punch. the highs & mids are clean but not overly bright like bose. put any of these 3 speakers in a corner of a room and they all sound great. but at louder volumes the bose & klipsch doesn't maintain the full overall sound like the onyx mini does. the sound is more true at higher volumes with good bass punch. i'm real happy with this purchase!
My Best Buy number: 0736770703
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Experience powerful audio with these headphones that feature a sealed acoustic design for deep bass and hybrid silicone ear buds for comfort.
Customer Rating
5
Sony got the bass right this time!
on May 27, 2009
Posted by: Stanman
from Cerritos, CA
Today I returned my Altec Lansing BackBeat Pro headphones because the sound quality was a huge let down. This time around, I came home with the Sony MDR-XB40EX Extra Bass headphones. Wow, is all I can say! Sony finally got the bass right in this model. The bass is big & really hits hard. The highs & mids are alright for the type of headphones these are, but it would be nice if they were more detailed. They definitely could sound brighter compared to other brands, but for the price & style it's all good. I love the flat cord, it feels tough. Sony also gives you a nice case, which is black & has a zipper. The design is none like any other brand, it's unique and many people compliment the freah & new look of Sony. These are very good headphones! In total complete sound, they're better than the Bose In-Ear headphones, Shure SE110, Sennheiser CX300, and the Altec Lansing BackBeat 206. They're still not as good as the Altec Lansing BackBeat 326 headphones, but that's saying a lot. Not many headphones out there can compete to such a great set of headphones. The sound quality of these Sony MDR-XB40EX falls right in between the Altec Lansing BackBeat 206 & 326 model headphones. Go out and buy this excellent set of headphones, you can't go wrong with the big bass of the Sony MDR-XB40EX.
What's great about it: Big bass sound, unique design, nice flat cord, good case, price.
What's not so great: None so far.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Offering a powerful, bass-driven stereo sound with greater clarity and improved dynamics is the CX 300-II ear-canal phone. The various sizes of ear adapters (S/M/L sizes) provided in the package allow for a personalised fit as well as a high passive attenuation of ambient noise. Also, the asymmetrical cable design ensures a high wearing comfort as you listen on the go.
Customer Rating
3
Average all around sound.
on April 17, 2009
Posted by: Stanman
from Cerritos, CA
I've read many good reviews for these Sennheiser CX 300 headphones, so I felt it was time for me to hear them for myself. Right away you can notice how detailed the highs & mids are. Bass is alright. If you enjoy music where vocals & highs are important, Sennheiser might be one of the best in that category. Also with that being said, it might not be for everybody. Vocal detail is very impressive & the highs are bright. Music has a transparent & hollow sound, almost un-natural because everything is sounding too clear. The bass is not too boomy or tight. It's a very clean sounding bass because Sennheiser focused more on the vocal clarity with these headphones & that lessens bass impact. During bass heavy tracks at higher volumes, these headphones cry uncle! That's pretty sad if you ask me?!? The ear gels don't fit all that good; the small ones are too small for my ears & the medium are a tad bit too big. Sennheiser is the 1st brand I've ever had this problem with. If I'm standing still they stay in my ears fine, but if I go running they fall out easily. I also dislike the un-even cord length. In the price range, the sound from this Sennheiser CX 300 is forgettable compared to the Altec Lansing BackBeat 206's. With all that being said, these are the type of headphones I'd take along during less important activities. So if they get bumped, scratched, or even jacked.. I wouldn't care less because there rather forgettable. If Sennheiser is what you want, you're better off buying the CX 400 headphones. They have better bass response, with similar highs & mids of the CX 300's. Even with that, the CX 300 & CX 400 are no match for the Altec Lansing BackBeat 206 headphones. Plus Altec Lansing has a better model in the BackBeat 326's which currently is top dog in sound compared to headphones in the $99-$199 price range. Save your money and buy Altec Lansing or V-moda headphones, Sennheiser could've done a lot better with the CX 300 model.
What's great about it: Decent sound with great detail to highs & mids.
What's not so great: Ear gels don't fit all that good, uneven cord length. needs more bass to counter balance the midrange.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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Uniting comfort and superior sound, these noise-isolating headphones deliver style, rich bass and full-range audio clarity. Metal craftsmanship provides an ergonomic design completed by the comfortable fit of silicone fittings to enable noise isolation.
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5
V-Moda Vibe, sound that dazzles!
on March 7, 2009
Posted by: Stanman
from Cerritos, CA
I'm an electronics & gadget freak. When it comes to accessorizing my Apple iPod, headphones are usually the most important. These V-Moda Vibe headphones are the newest set I purchased. I own 2 other earbuds from V-Moda, so I knew what I was getting when I bought these nice earbuds. The other 2 are the "remix" m-class & "bass freq" earbuds. V-Moda really hits the spot when it comes to finding the right sound. Bass is always good whenever you buy V-Moda headphones. The design is very attractive & the construction is good. Music is very detailed which is a very good thing. Bass is good as usual. The highs are crisp and clear while the vocals are clean. The cord is pretty neat because there of good quality & they look real fancy. The price is right for what you're getting in these headphones. V-Moda comes correct with these headphones & you shouldn't pass up a great set. Do you want great detailed sound with stunning looks that dazzle? I'm sure you do, that's why you can't go wrong with these V-Moda Vibe headphones. They won't just make you happy, your ears & iPod will thank you with this purchase. It did for me!
What's great about it: Attractive design, construction, great all-around detailed sound, fancy cord, price.
What's not so great: None
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Just slip your iPod or iPhone into this portable speaker system and share your music with your friends everywhere you go. Its wide-ranging compatibility means everyone can have a turn to share their favorite tunes.
Customer Rating
4
Good Klipsch sound in a small package!
on May 29, 2008
Posted by: Stanman
from Cerritos, CA
I own the Bose SoundDock and the Klipsch iGroove HG for my Apple iPod. These are the 2 premiere iPod speakers out there! Saying that, not many iPod speakers out there come close to the full quality sound of deep bass & clear highs. With the Bose SoundDock you're getting the best but also the most expensive. You basically get what you pay for in the SoundDock! It has the best complete full sound, great bass & highs. And by far the loudest without distortion! Everything you expect from Bose. Next would be the Klipsch iGroove HG. In low to medium sound levels, the bass is rich and the highs are clear. But if you like your music loud on the higher levels, you'll notice the Klipsch iGroove HG starts to distort. To most people out there, music won't be played that high so this won't be too much of a factor. Now Klipsch came out with this iGroove SXT. It's supposed to be the little brother to the iGroove HG. The sound is exactly like the original iGroove HG but in a smaller package. Bass is rich & the highs are clear! The thing I noticed most was it's not as loud as the iGroove HG. This eliminated the distortion on the higher volume levels which is a good thing, but now the sound doesn't fill up the room like it's big brother did very easily. None the less, the sound is very impressive! Also the price is good. For its size & price, no other iPod speaker system sounds as good. But if you want the best, go with the Bose SoundDock or the original Klipsch iGroove HG if you can still find it around.
What's great about it: Sound, price, Klipsch name.
What's not so great: Size
I would recommend this to a friend!
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These floorstanding speakers pump out up to 150 watts of sound, completing the soundscape laid down by your audio system.
Customer Rating
4
Plenty bang for your buck!
on January 24, 2008
Posted by: Stanman
from Cerritos, CA
These are the speakers I use to listen to music, play videogames, and watch movies. Speakers are very important & not many brands out there come close to the performance of these speakers for the price range. The bass is full & clean. The 3-way design makes highs & vocals crisp and clear. All types of music comes out very impressive. Sony made a clean design with these speakers. The size is good because it doesn't take too much space. The one thing you'll notice 1st is the big quality sound. I am very happy with my purchase & you will be too.
What's great about it: 3-way, price, very good sound.
What's not so great: None.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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Bose® OE Audio Headphonesdeliver quality sound in a comfortable design with the added convenience of fold-flat earcups and a collapsible headband for increased portability and storage.
Customer Rating
4
Another good purchase!
on January 20, 2008
Posted by: Stanman
from Cerritos, CA
I bought these Bose on-ear headphones being a loyal Bose customer, and I wasn't disappointed. I already owned the original Bose TriPort headphones but i wanted something with the same exceptional sound quality but compact. These were more $ of course, i guess its because the folding feature & nice case. As for sound, it comes 2nd to the original TriPort headphones. The highs are nice & clear, while the bass is good! It's the sound you expect from Bose products. If you want the best sound go with the original TriPort around-ear design headphones. But if you want it more compact, these on-ear design headphones still rock.
What's great about it: Excellent sound, nice compact design, nice case, Bose name.
What's not so great: On-ear always come 2nd to around-ear design headphones.
I would recommend this to a friend!
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