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• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: The Shure SE425 sound-isolating earphones are an excellent choice for eclectic listeners who demand stellar audio and a high-quality design. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headphones, In-ear, Metallic silver, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Gold plated connectors, Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 2 years

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.5 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The Monster Diamond Tears Edge On-Ear Headphones may not be a gem of a pair for the price, but for a fashion statement they actually sound good. Read review

Specs: Headphones Binaural, Headphones, Headphones, Ear-cup, Stereo, 7188109

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.3 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: Panasonic's very affordable RP-HJE355 series in-ear headphones sound as good as many earphones that cost twice as much. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headphones, In-ear, Red, 0.1 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Passive noise reduction, Gold-plated plug

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.7 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 5 reviews

The Bottom Line: The sleek TMA-1 headphones by Aiaiai are ideal for traveling DJs who need tough headphones with an up-front, bass-slamming sound profile. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headphones, Ear-cup, Black, 6.7 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 40 mm driver unit, 3 mm cotton fiber filter, 0.4 m coil for greater flexibility

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 24 reviews

The Bottom Line: B&W's P5s aren't cheap, but they're well built, offer a unique design, rich sound, and a built-in microphone for making calls. Read review

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  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 5 reviews

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headphones, Ear-cup, Black, 4.2 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Adjustable headband, L-shaped plug, CCAW voice coil

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 6 reviews

The Bottom Line: You may be fooled by their featherweight design, but the MEElectronics HT-21s earn our recommendation for their ample soundstage, subtle aesthetic, and portable convenience. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headphones, Ear-cup, Black, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 45 degree plug, Gold-plated plug, Foldable, Limited warranty - 1 year

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 30 reviews

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headphones, Ear-cup, Black, 4.6 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Limited warranty - 2 years

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.7 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: The AKG K495 NCs aren't as comfortable and don't sound quite as good as the Bose QC 15s, but they're built better, offer very good noise-cancellation, and recharge via USB. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headphones, Ear-cup, Black leather with brushed metal parts, 8.3 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 3D-Axis2 mechanism

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 64 reviews

The Bottom Line: Monster's Turbine in-ear headphone looks, feels, and sounds like a much more expensive model. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headphones, In-ear, Black chrome, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Gold plated connectors

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.7 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 5 reviews

The Bottom Line: The MeElectronics M9 sound-isolating earphones are an exceptional value, offering solid audio, a good design, and nice extras for an ultralow price. Anyone looking for cheap replacement earbuds should consider these. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headphones, In-ear ear-bud, Silver, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Gold-plated plug, Limited warranty - 1 year

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.1 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: Sennheiser's HD 700 isn't just one of the best-sounding headphone models we've tested, it's also remarkably comfortable to wear for hours at a time. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headphones, Ear-cup, 9.5 oz, Stereo, Phone stereo 6.3 mm, Limited warranty - 2 years

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.3 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 26 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Sony MDR-NC7 Noise Canceling headphones are an OK option for travel fiends operating on a strict budget. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headphones, Ear-cup, Black, 4.7 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Battery level indication, Noise canceling circuit, Foldable, Noise-Cancelling Switch, Limited warranty - 90 days

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.1 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: The Grado SR80i headphones are a great budget pair that offer sparkling sound with tight bass and are best suited to home use. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headphones, Ear-cup, Stereo

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.6 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.0 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: The Sennheiser RS 220 is one of the best-sounding wireless headphones on the market, but its super sonics don't offset its ambitious price tag when other models in the same line offer similar performance for less. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headphones, Ear-cup, 11.6 oz, Stereo, Balance control, Volume control

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.3 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 3 reviews

The Bottom Line: While the affordable Sennheiser HD 205 II DJ Headphones provide good bass, natural sound, and capable performance, critical listeners may find them lacking acoustic flair. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headphones, Ear-cup, 7.3 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Rotatable ear cup, 1/8-inch jack

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.5 stars Spectacular

  Overall score: 9.0 (4.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 5 reviews

The Bottom Line: They may cost as much as a big-screen TV, but the PS1000s are simply the best-sounding, most comfortable, and best-looking Grado headphones we've ever tested. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headphones, Ear-cup, Black, Stereo, Phone stereo 6.3 mm, Open-back earcups, Metal-framed outer grill structure, Open acoustic seal, Dynamic driver, Limited warranty - 1 year

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.7 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 2.5 stars out of 10 reviews

The Bottom Line: We hoped that the Audio-Technica's QuietPoint ATH-ANC7b noise-canceling headphones would deliver more bang for the buck than Bose's noise-canceling models--but they don't. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headphones, Ear-cup, 7.4 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Noise canceling circuit, Lightweight, Fold-flat design, Closed-back headphones, Comfortable earcups

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.0 stars Good

  Overall score: 6.0 (3.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 6 reviews

The Bottom Line: You'll get a kick out of the JVC HA-M5X headphones if you like music that emphasizes thundering bass, and their sturdy construction and adequate noise cancellation come at an affordable price. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headphones, Ear-cup, Black, 9.9 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Gold-plated plug

• CNET Editor rating:
  0.0 stars

  Overall score: 0.0 (0.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.0 stars out of 6 reviews

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

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.3 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 60 reviews

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

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

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.3 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 4.5 stars out of 2 reviews

The Bottom Line: The Harman Kardon Classic on-ear headphones combine impressive design and excellent sound quality to create a very enticing headphone set for a comparatively fair price. Read review

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headphones, On-ear, Stereo, 2D folding mechanism, Three-button remote, Straight jack connection, Passive noise cancellation

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.1 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 0 stars No reviews, write one!

The Bottom Line: First-rate clarity, detail, and bass impact by way of new driver technology help propel the HiFiMan HE-400 headphones to the top of their price class. Read review

• CNET Editor rating:
  4.0 stars Excellent

  Overall score: 8.0 (4.0 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.0 stars out of 197 reviews

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

Specs: Headphones - Binaural, Headphones, Ear-cup, 7.3 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Noise canceling circuit, Battery level indication

• CNET Editor rating:
  3.5 stars Very good

  Overall score: 7.8 (3.5 stars)
• Average user rating: 3.5 stars out of 1 review

The Bottom Line: While some folks may encounter come comfort issues, the Velodyne vPulse in-ear headphones offer excellent sound for the money and will particularly appeal to bass lovers. Read review

Specs: Headphones, Ear-bud, Black, Stereo, 3.5 mm gold-plated stereo mini plug, Aluminum housing, 10 mm dynamic drivers, Passive noise isolation