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The Bottom Line: The Skullcandy Double Agent headphones offer a unique and stylized all-in-one design, but they're not particularly comfortable, and sound quality is subpar. Unless your main goal is to do away with wires and stand out from the crowd, these are not the best option. Read review

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  4.0 stars Excellent
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 39 reviews

The Bottom Line: V-Moda's Bass Freq earphones are the perfect accessory for bass-loving Creative Zen Micro owners who are on a budget. If you prefer less low end, look elsewhere. Read review

Specs: Headphones, Ear-bud, Bling bling black, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Gold plated connectors

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  4.0 stars Excellent
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 37 reviews

The Bottom Line: Koss hit a home run with the PortaPros. Love or hate the design, there's no denying the sound quality here: they're the ideal companion for mobile audiophiles and home theater enthusiasts. Read review

Specs: Headphones, Semi-open, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Foldable, Lifetime Limited warranty

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  4.0 stars Excellent
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 51 reviews

The Bottom Line: With the QuietComfort 3s, Bose has done a remarkable job of shrinking its popular noise-canceling headphones while achieving similarly impressive sound quality--but that engineering feat doesn't come cheap. Read review

Specs: Headphones, Ear-cup, 5.6 oz, Stereo, Noise canceling circuit

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  3.5 stars Very good
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 5 reviews

The Bottom Line: The JVC HA-NC250 Noise Canceling Headphones make a great travel companion for those who demand quality sound. And they may not be cheap, but they seem that way next to the Bose QuietComfort 3. Read review

Specs: Headphones, Ear-cup, 5.3 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Foldable, Noise canceling circuit, Noise-Cancelling Switch

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  3.5 stars Very good
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 108 reviews

The Bottom Line: If you're looking for an affordable, decent-sounding pair of earbuds, start with the Sennheiser CX 300. Sennheiser's first in-ear design sounds like a winner to us. Read review

Specs: Headphones, In-ear canalphone, Black, 0.1 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 2 years Limited warranty

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  4.0 stars Excellent
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 164 reviews

The Bottom Line: Bose's standard-setting noise-canceling headphones have just upped the ante. Read review

Specs: Headphones, Ear-cup, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Noise canceling circuit, Battery level indication

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  4.0 stars Excellent
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 46 reviews

The Bottom Line: Travel-happy audiophiles will be infinitely pleased with the Shure SE530s, but these earbuds should also be a consideration for anyone who has half a grand to drop on some sweet headphones. Read review

Specs: Headphones, In-ear ear-bud, 1.1 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Gold-plated plug, 2 years Limited warranty Parts and labor

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  4.0 stars Excellent
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 86 reviews

The Bottom Line: Sennheiser's versatile headphones sound great on DVDs and all kinds of music. Read review

Specs: Headphones, Ear-cup, Black, 10.1 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 2 years Limited warranty

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  2.5 stars Average
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 194 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Bose In-Ear Headphones are a hybrid set, falling right between regular earbuds and canalphones. They don't block out noise, but they do provide much more bass than stock earbuds--almost too much, in fact. Read review

Specs: Headphones, Ear-bud, Black, 0.6 oz, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, TriPort acoustic headphone structure

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  3.5 stars Very good
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 17 reviews

The Bottom Line: Sennheiser's featherweight noise-canceling headphones are supercomfy and produce sound quality approaching that of some full-size models. Read review

Specs: Headphones, Semi-open, 2.3 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Foldable, NoiseGard active noise compensation

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  3.5 stars Very good
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Denon AH-C551 In-Ear Headphones offer mostly great sound quality and a compact, understated design. They're a solid choice for an everyday earbud. Read review

Specs: Headphones, In-ear ear-bud, Black, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Gold-plated plug

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  3.5 stars Very good
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 6 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Sony MDR-NC500D Digital Noise Canceling Headphones may lighten the wallet, but they are a great option for frequent fliers and tetchy commuters who need superior noise cancellation. Read review

Specs: Headphones, Ear-cup, 6.9 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Foldable, L-shaped plug, Noise canceling circuit, Noise-Cancelling Switch

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  4.0 stars Excellent
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: The Philips SHE-9850 In-Ear Headphones are an excellent choice for style-conscious listeners who demand comfort and detailed audio response. Read review

Specs: Headphones, In-ear ear-bud, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Flexi-Grip

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  3.5 stars Very good
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 3 reviews

The Bottom Line: The unique and stylish Monster Beats by Dr. Dre headphones offer solid audio, useful accessories, and a look that's anything but copycat. For fashion-forward folks with cash to spare, they're a great option. Read review

Specs: Headphones, Ear-cup, 9.2 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Foldable, 1 year Limited warranty

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  4.0 stars Excellent
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 22 reviews

The Bottom Line: If you're looking for a premium listening experience, check out the Shure SE310 Sound Isolating Earphones. They sound fantastic and will probably outlast your MP3 player. Read review

Specs: Headphones, In-ear ear-bud, White, 1 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Gold-plated plug, 2 years Limited warranty Parts and labor

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  3.5 stars Very good
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 64 reviews

The Bottom Line: The innovative, Bluetooth-enabled Logitech Wireless Headphones for the iPod are a worthy upgrade for virtually any iPod owner. Read review

Specs: Headphones, Behind-the-neck, Stereo, Pause function, Volume control

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  4.0 stars Excellent
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 107 reviews

The Bottom Line: Shure's E4c earbuds are simply the best in-ear headphones we've ever heard. Read review

Specs: Headphones, In-ear canalphone, 1.1 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Gold-plated plug, 2 years Limited warranty Parts and labor, 30 days Limited warranty Money back guarantee

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• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 25 reviews

The Bottom Line: If you're looking for the best value in Bose headphones, the company's On-Ear models makes a strong case--even if they're not cheap. Read review

Specs: Headphones, Ear-cup, Black, 5.2 oz, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Foldable

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  4.0 stars Excellent
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 33 reviews

The Bottom Line: If you're looking for a relatively affordable pair of earphones that can withstand both audiophile scrutiny and physical abuse, the Shure SE110 can rise to the challenge. Read review

Specs: Headphones, In-ear ear-bud, Black, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 2 years Limited warranty

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  4.0 stars Excellent
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 16 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Sony MDR-AS50G Active Headphones offer an affordable price tag, a secure fit, and good sound quality--they're a fantastic option for gym addicts. Read review

Specs: Headphones, Behind-the-neck, 0.5 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Gold-plated plug

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  3.5 stars Very good
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 18 reviews

The Bottom Line: The RS130s are Sennheiser's best wireless headphones to date. Read review

Specs: Headphones, Ear-cup, 9.9 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Phone stereo 6.25 mm, SRS Headphone

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  3.5 stars Very good
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 172 reviews

The Bottom Line: These small, cone-shaped earbuds offer excellent isolation and pro sound quality. Read review

Specs: Headphones, In-ear canalphone, 1.1 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Gold plated connectors, 2 years Limited warranty

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  4.0 stars Excellent
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 42 reviews

The Bottom Line: V-Moda's Bass Freq earphones are the perfect accessory for bass-loving Creative Zen Micro owners who are on a budget. If you prefer less low end, look elsewhere. Read review

Specs: Headphones, Ear-bud, Steel blue, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Gold plated connectors

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  3.5 stars Very good
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 26 reviews

The Bottom Line: The HD555s' speakerlike sound is the hot ticket for DVD thrill seekers. Read review

Specs: Headphones, Ear-cup, 9.2 oz, Stereo, Phone stereo 6.25 mm