SoundMAGIC E80C Wired Earbuds with Microphone HiFi Stereo Earphones Noise Isolating in Ear Headphones Comfortable Fit Super Bass for Audiophile Gunmetal

These are by far the best IEMs I've used to this date. Sound quality is wonderfully articulate and balanced, and they lasted 2 and a half years before I accidentally killed them with my dryer. I'm debating if there's any reason I shouldn't buy another pair.Sound:This will vary depending on your fit. I found these headphones to have a very balanced and somewhat analytical signature with rich mids. Highs are very clear and separated with little sibilance. Mid-bass is slightly boosted in a pleasant way, but sub bass is slightly anemic. Soundstage and imaging is very good for an IEM, I'd say even better than the ATh-M50x. The balance is somewhat reminiscent of my HD598, but with more treble extension.Design and features:These are very well-designed headphones for the price. Comfort is quite good, although the casing can be a little wide if you have small ears - they aren't the most comfortable I've used, just good. The cable is covered in a durable, knot-resistant material (it will still tangle, but not as badly as a rubber-coated wire), and the headphones and jack are made from milled aluminum. This pair doesn't come with a controller for Android/iOS, which would a nice addition, but I didn't think it was worth paying an extra $30 for the C version. They come with a nice protective case and a huge choice of tips - more than I've received with any other IEM.Durability:These lasted over 2 years and survived multiple trips through the washer with no ill effects. During my time owning them, the wires never frayed or knotted, the earbuds never fell apart, and the jack never separated from the wire despite regular tugging on the cable. I've never been able to keep a pair of IEMs for anywhere near that long, so I give the highest marks to these for durability.Overall, I can't recommend these enough. I'm nervous to buy anything else and risk getting an inferior headphone - that's how good these are.

These are by far the best in ear monitors you can buy for under $100. In my opinion they are way under priced. The sound is incredibly clear and detailed. While there is definitely enough bass, this model offers a balanced sound signature. If bass is your top priority, the Soundmagic E50 may be a better choice. The E80's, on the other hand, provide a nice, balanced sound that accurately reproduces music; it will sound the way the artist meant for it to. Another incredible feature is the soundstage. Music sounds open and spacious; some other IEMs sound like music is being crammed in your ear. As far as durability, I don't foresee these breaking anytime soon. The cord is made out of a durable plastic coating, the plug seems solid, and the Y joint seems well built. The E80's come with every type of ear tip you could need. The narrow bore tips seem to bring the bass and treble forward a little bit, while the Comply tips seem to cut off the highs a little. I found the wide bore tips to have the most balanced sound. The isolation is quite good as well, blocking out most noise. Similarly, they are more comfortable than other IEMs; I tend to forget I'm even wearing them. When I was looking at these before I bought them, I was a little concerned about the impedance being so high (64 ohms); I feared that they wouldn't sound very good on smartphones. I was pleasantly surprised that they work great on mobile phones and sound great. That being said, they sound quite a bit better plugged into a computer with a decent sound card, or a decent DAC/Amp. But all in all, they will sound great wherever your listening. Perhaps the only downside to these is that the L/R indicator bump (on the left side) is a bit small. All in all, these are great in ear monitors. They are a great option for those looking to get into the audiophile world, and in my opinion are the best you can buy for under $100. Maybe even under $200.

I had no idea music sounded like this! Over the years all I've been using are whatever earbuds that came with whatever phones I've bought over the years. I do have an old pair of SkullCandy Titans that I thought were the pinnacle of sound since I purchased them a decade ago or so. So I've hardly used them over the years, wanting to keep them in good condition and using them sparingly. Once I started using whatever came with my phones I realized the Titans sounded like garbage. Now since I got my LG G8 I wanted to put this d.a.c. to good use since all the buds I have didn't seem to take advantage of it so after some research I purchased the E80's. And holy crap! Everything I own that I thought sounded great now sounds flat, hollow and washed out compared to the E80's. It feels like I'm hearing all the music I've been listening to all my life for the first time again. It's the audio equivalent of the first time you saw a 1080p display. This is HD audio. Everything is so crisp and clean. There is plenty of bass without drowning out everything around it. This is amazing. I left on the medium rubber tips that were already on them out of the box and they fit my ears perfectly so I can't comment on the Comply tips. I'm definitely getting a 2nd pair to keep in the box just in case something happens to this 1st pair. Very happy with these!

All I can say is Wow... I've owned Audio Technica, Shure, Sony etc. all approximately $100+ earbuds.These are almost just as good as the aforementioned in sound, separation and clarity. The low end is where these earbuds shine. The bass is nice and tight without having to sacrifice the midrange. The hard case is handy, the extra silicone buds ensures a good fit and the free Comply memory foam tips are great at increasing the low end and helps with noise isolation. The only complaint I have is that these need a lot of power from an external source. My SanDisk MP3 Player had the volume maxed out at the gym to provide enough volume. At home on my computer they are fine.These buds are highly recommended. They are a good deal @ $75. I even bought my girlfriend the M50s and she loves them.