Shopping Picks in Speakers
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Bose Acoustimass 5 Series III
There comes a point when it's time to get serious about your sound system. Factory direct may be fine for the car, but you should be able to rock out at home. If you traded your boombox in long ago for a decent stereo system, you're ready for the Bose Acoustimass 5 Series III speakers. They're compact but give amazingly full sound, and you'll be able to hear every gravelly note of your favorite... more
Monster Beats by Dr. Dre Headphones
Time magazine calls these Monster Beats by Dr. Dre headphones "Chronically good." Rolling Stone calls them "truly badass." And CNET says that, in addition to delivering on bass, the headphones are "nicely warm and balanced in the mids and truly impressive in their delivery of high-end detail." We say: They better be impressive for $350! The glossy headphones feature XL speaker drivers, powered amplification, active noise canceling, iPhone compatibility, and Dr. Dre's stamp of... more
Griffin TuneBuds
Griffin says we should buy their TuneBuds headphones so we can have headphones that match our iPod Nanos. We'd rather scandalize the fashion police by pairing green headphones with a blue Nano. Pretty colors aside, there are plenty of other reasons to pick up some TuneBuds: They offer noise isolation and deep bass, they come with 3 different sizes of washable silicone inserts so you can get just the right fit, and you... more
Altec Lansing Swarovski Crystal Headphones
We've seen lots of earbud headphones encrusted with Swarovski crystals, but we tend to wonder about their sound quality when we've never heard of the manufacturer. But we're willing to bet Altec Lansing's crystal headphones sound pretty good, since the company is known for its high-quality audio products. Designed for women (duh), the headphones have powerful 9mm neodymium drivers, a gold-plated plug for superior sound transfer, and a SnugFit design for comfort and noise... more
Shure SE110 Sound Isolating Earphones
Love the iPod, hate the earbuds? Same here. Which is why we're seriously considering shelling out for these Shure SE110 earphones. CNET says they're "the most affordable entry point for high-endurance, high-fidelity earphones," and that they'll "withstand both audiophile scrutiny and physical abuse." The earphones block out background noise, and come with a foam and rubber "fit kit" so you can get the most comfortable fit. Best of all, they have a 2-year warranty,... more
Monster iFreePlay Cordless Headphones for iPod Shuffle
Tired of untangling your headphone cords every time you want to listen to your iPod? If you've got an iPod Shuffle, take a look at these iFreePlay wireless headphones from Monster. They have a wraparound design with a dock over one ear so you can just snap in your Shuffle and go, so you can get on with whatever Important Thing you're doing without any interference from annoying headphone wires. The headphones weigh... more
Philips HTS8100 SoundBar
Back in January, at the annual Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas, the Philips HTS8100 SoundBar turned lots of heads and even won a Best of CES award. Why? Because this single-speaker home theater system has virtual surround sound and a built-in CD and DVD player that offers 1080p upconversion via HDMI. The HTS8100 is only 5" thick and features Philips' proprietary Ambisound technology, with 5 integrated amplifiers. It comes with a remote and... more
Logitech FreePulse Wireless Headphones
Headphone wires getting caught all the time? Cut the cord and go wireless with these Logitech FreePulse Wireless headphones. They're flexible, comfortable, lightweight, and work with any audio source that has a minijack headphone output. Just plug the receiver into your player, and you're good for about 6 hours. The headphones work up to 33 feet away from the receiver. More wireless headphones.
Bose In-Ear Headphones
You want the best possible sound from your iPod, but you don't want to look like a DJ or feel like you're wearing earmuffs - especially at the gym. You want the new Bose in-ear headphones, which have Bose's TriPort technology for greater low-frequency output. The result is rich, balanced audio performance that brings out the full sound potential of your MP3s, CDs, and DVDs. The headphones come with a carrying case and 3... more
V-Moda M Class Earphones
Match your iPod with earphones that sound as good as they look. Designed to deliver clarity, comfort, and a secure fit, V-Moda's M Class stylish earphones are made of pure polished alloy metal that produces vibrant, precise bass levels measuring up to 122db at 20Hz. They've been tested and approved by musicians, DJs, athletes, and audiophiles, and come in three colors: "Bling-Bling Black," "That's Hot Pink," and "Blue Steel."
Sony Fontopia Headphones
These Sony in-ear headphones aren't new, but they just made CNET's list of must-have gadgets. The Fontopias are super light, super comfortable, and deliver great sound at a fraction of what those fancy Shure ones cost. They come with 3 sizes of earbuds, so you're sure to get a comfortable fit, no matter how big or small your ears are. Other extras inlcude a hard carrying case and a one meter extension cord.... more
Creative Zen Aurvana Headphones
If you think the headphones that came with your iPod are junk, check out the Creative Zen Aurvanas. These acoustically and ergonomically designed in-ear earphones deliver superb audio quality and noise isolation, not to mention comfort - they come with earbuds in 3 different sizes so you'll get the perfect fit. They're lightweight, durable, work with any MP3 player, and come with an adaptor for airplanes, a cleaning tool, and travel case. More... more
Bose QuietComfort 3 Headphones
If the record store clerks in High Fidelity won the lottery, they'd buy the new Bose QuietComfort 3 headphones. The successors to the QuietComfort 2s, the QuietComfort 3s have a smaller and more compact design, with Bose quality sound, comfortable earpieces, full-spectrum noise reduction, and a 20-hour rechargeable battery. Bose is so sure you'll love them, they'll let you try them free for 30 days. On a budget? See Bose's TriPort headphones.
Bose Free Space 51 Outdoor Speakers
Guaranteed to withstand severe weather, these outdoor speakers are designed to blend in with the landscaping - just dig a hole, drop them in, and leave them there year-round. Place them by the pool, on the deck, or in the garden. Connect them to your existing audio equipment and enjoy Bose quality sound over a wide listening area. The radial design enables 360-degree sound dispersion, so we hope your neighbors won't mind. More... more
Block the Noise with Shure E2c Headphones
Sometimes we get a little loud at work, especially when we discover things like iPod underpants. To block us out, a coworker just bought these Shure E2c headphones. He loves them. They provide great sound, and block everything else out, even on public transportation. Plus they come with several different kinds of earbud sleeves (so you get the best fit possible), which hold the earbuds securely in place, even if you're jogging.
Soundmatters MainstageHD
Fill your room with crisp, digital sound without filling it with speakers. The stylish and compact MainstageHD from Soundmatters delivers engaging virtual surround sound from all of your TV shows, DVD movies, video games, and CDs. It can sit right on top of your TV, so you don't have to sacrifice any shelf or floor space. An optional bracket lets you mount it on the wall.
Sony MDR-NC50 Noise-Canceling Headphones
Listen to your music, not the noise of the airplane, the kids, or your coworkers. These Sony noise-canceling headphones quiet that outside racket while delivering top-quality sound from your MP3 player or other audio source. They come with an adapter to use on planes, fold flat for storage, and cost less than half as much as Bose's QuietComfort 2 headphones.
Onkyo Surround Sound Speaker Set
We're down to the Final Four in college basketball. Make the most of it with a big-screen TV and some serious surround sound. For smaller living rooms, this affordable Onkyo surround sound speaker set will do the job nicely.
Bose TriPort Headphones
When that Bon Jovi box set comes out next month, you're going to want to play it at full volume. But your girlfriend (or wife or mom) won't tolerate that for long. So you need these high performance Bose TriPort headphones. They're incredibly comfortable and lightweight (only 5 ounces), deliver impressive Bose sound quality, and have sealed ear cups to isolate you from ambient noise. Available in a couple different colors.


