Etymotic Research earphones are well built with quality materials. The cords feel solid, durable, and have a nice texture. Heavily recommended by head-fi as an excellent choice at their price point. Etymotic Research was founded in 1983 to design products that accurately assess hearing, improve the lives of those with hearing loss.
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Etymotic Research ER7-MC3-BLACK MC3 Noise Isolating In-Ear Earphones
Headphone Charts Score (?) : 70
Etymotic's mc-3 headset provides best-in-class sound accuracy, noise isolation, comfort & durability. Perfect for voice communications & voice recording at an afforadable price.
Avilible in Silver, Blue, Green, & Red
3-button micro-control pod with high sensitivity microphone for easy control
Tight, accurate bass with crystal clear highfrequency
85%+ response accuracy--most accurate noise-isolating in this price class
Made for Apple iPod®, iPhone® and iPad(TM) control functionality
The HF5 delivers a near-perfect music experience, even in high surrounding noise conditions. Like Etymotic Research's earlier generations, the HF5 is built on superior noise isolation & comfort.
3.5-mm stereo phone plug
35 dB - 42 dB noise isolation
Colors: Black & Cobalt Blue
AccuDriver high performance & balanced armature drivers
Highest output sensitivity in class - 105 dB SPL sensitivity at 1 kHz at 0.1 mV
The hf3 is the next generation of the multi-award-winning hf2 headset. The sub-$200 price level puts it within reach of consumers who care about sound quality.
No compromise, high-performance noise-isolating earphones
Made for Apple iPod, iPhone and iPad functionality
35 dB - 42 dB of noise isolation
Close-proximity high sensitivity microphone
An assortment of noise-isolating eartips to ensure proper seal and comfort
