GADGET SPECIAL ......GREAT SOUND FOR LESS

GREAT SOUND FOR LESS



You don't have to break the bank for quality sound on the go. From in-ear monitors to over-the-ear headphones, here are five options for great portable music, all under Rs 999

SKULLCANDY JIB

Skullcandy Jib is a tiny set of sporty earphones which pack good sound in a cool design. The buds feature 10mm neodymium drivers with a frequency response of 20Hz to 20kHz, and a rated impedance of 16ohms, and the drivers are held in tiny discreet plastic housings. The Jib comes in a variety of colourful options, and while it does come with an in-line microphone, it lacks a remote for answering or ending calls, which can be a bummer for many.These earphones also get a standard 1.3m cable with a gold plated 3.5mm headphone jack.

MOTOROLA PULSE MAX

The Pulse Max is an over the-head style headset with big leatherette ear cups that swivel for getting better grip. The headset features decent 40mm drivers that support a frequency response of 23000Hz and impedance of 32ohms. The headband is made entirely out of aluminium and also gets padding at the top for additional comfort.The headphones come with a detachable 1.2m cable, with two 3.5mm headphone jacks at each end, which is a really cool feature at this price point.The headphones weigh in at an approximate 380 g and are definitely a steal at this price point.

EVIDSON AUDIOWEAR R5

The R5, packs a serious punch for the price. The earphones hold the tiny neodymium drivers in an ultra-lightweight alloy chassis, which look good and make the durable. The drivers get a rated impedance of 15.8 ohms, a frequency range of 30Hz to 20kHz and sensitivity of 106 dB at 1 mW. The earphones come with a 1.2m long, flat-style cable and a three-button remote control.The gold plated 3.5mm headphone jack comes in a metal housing for protection.

SENNHEISER MX 170

If you're one of those people who hates the silicone ear tipped IEMs and prefer the usual earbuds, we've got you covered. These MX 170 by Sennheiser delivers brilliant sound without compromising on comfort. These earphones support a frequency range of 20Hz to 20kHz, with a sensitivity of 109dBmW at 1kHz. The earbuds also get a symmetrical 1.2m cable, but it lacks in in-line microphone, which can be a deal breaker for many. However, if you think you can live without the mic, it is a perfect set of earbuds at this price.

JBL C100SI

These tiny JBL IEMs (in-ear monitors) are true monsters when it comes to performance.These tiny buds get 9mm neodymium drivers with a frequency range of 20Hz to 20kHz. The driver units are slightly angular for each ear for a more ergonomic fit. The In-Ear Monitors get a 1.2m standard cable with a single button remote for answering calls and changing tracks.Also, this is compatible with Android and iOS devices. The 3.5mm headphone jack is also gold plated. The headphones weigh a mere 50g making it really tiny and lightweight to wear and workout with

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