Griffin TuneBuds (light blue)
Manufacturer: Griffin Technology Inc. Part number: 9407-TUNBDSLB
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- Bottom Line:
- The Griffin TuneBuds Color are well-suited for iPod-owners on a budget who want ultraportable earphones to match their player. Bass addicts only need apply.
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CNET editors' review
Griffin TuneBuds (light blue) price range: $0.99
- Reviewed by: Jasmine France
- Reviewed on: 11/29/2007
- Released on: 11/19/2007
The good: The Griffin TuneBuds Color offer a cute, colorful style to match the iPod, and bass response is impressive. The earphones are inexpensive and block out some ambient noise.
The bad: The earbud housing of the Griffin TuneBuds Color is plastic and feels cheap, and the cable doesn't seem that durable. Music is lacking a bit in warmth, and the high end sounds too sharp in some songs.
The bottom line: The Griffin TuneBuds Color are well-suited for iPod-owners on a budget who want ultraportable earphones to match their player. Bass addicts only need apply.
It appears that the whole colorful earbud thing is gaining a little momentum, and we're not unhappy to see it. There's nothing wrong with a little style in your ear. Griffin is jumping into the game with the TuneBuds Color, some very inexpensive ($19.99) sound-isolating earphones that come in six colors tinted to match the iPod Nanos and Shuffles. The 'buds offer bumping bass for the price, but audio purists will be turned off by the sometimes jarring highs.
If you're after some headphones to match that new minty green iPod Nano, the Griffin TuneBuds are the perfect fit. Indeed, you can find a color to match any iPod: they come in light green, silver, red, pink, blue, and light blue. The coloring encompasses the slightly cheap-feeling earbud housing and continues down the 46-inch cable, which terminates in a straight plug that just fits into the iPhone's headphone jack. The cable itself is a little tangle prone and feels like it may not be that durable in the long run, but this isn't a surprise with $20 earbuds.
We don't really mind giving up a little durability for budget and style--the color cable definitely turns more heads than plain black or white. Plus, we found the earbuds to be quite comfortable during extended wear. Griffin includes three sizes of washable, silicone ear tips to help ensure a secure fit. Still, this type of fitting doesn't provide as much noise isolation as the foam tips provided by the likes of Shure and Westone; we definitely experienced some sound leakage while using the 'phones on the streets of San Francisco.
Considering their low price point, the Griffin TuneBuds held up pretty well in our performance tests. We paired the 'phones with a Creative Zen V Plus set to a flat EQ and were immediately impressed by the thumping bass response. The TuneBuds really deliver on the low end, a nice trait in an ultraportable set. Mellow hip-hop, certain electronica (Goldfrapp), and some hard-rock (Deftones) tracks were rich and enveloping, with nice balance overall. However, several tracks sounded harsh, with a jarring high end and deficient mids. Certain hip-hop (minimal up-tempo tracks), new wave (The Cars), and soul/R&B (Amy Winehouse) songs were lacking or jarring in whole or parts. Still, there was always lots of low end (provided you ensure a proper seal with the ear), so if you have a hankering for bass and a tight budget, the TuneBuds are a suitable option.
User reviews
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Ok bass, jarring highs
by Jeffx007 on October 3, 2009
Pros: Comfortable, okay price, good bass
Cons: Very sharp and jarring highs, cord is flimsy and prone to tangling and shorting
Summary: These headphones have an okay amount of bass (I'm a fan of bass), but the highs are very jarring. I could be listening to a song and then find ...
Summary: These headphones have an okay amount of bass (I'm a fan of bass), but the highs are very jarring. I could be listening to a song and then find myself pulling the headphones out to prevent my ears from going numb. Because of this, many imperfections in 128 kbps mp3's are brought out much more, like the very faint white noise in the background. You are better off spending $10 on JVC Marshmallows if you want a cheap and quick fix on headphones, while saving some $$$.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Griffin Technology Inc.
- Part number: 9407-TUNBDSLB
- Description: Along with great sound and maximum comfort, Griffin has always valued good looks. You have a red iPod nano... why should you have to be content with white or black earphones? You don't. TuneBuds reinvent what a simple, in-ear earphone is capable of. Griffin has married superb sound with unparalleled comfort. The secret is neodymium dynamic drivers, and specially-engineered ear cushions, shaped to perfectly conform to the shape of the inside of your ears. The result is not only an amazingly comfortable fit, but also enhanced audio isolation from outside distractions. With TuneBuds, you'll find that you can enjoy your music at lower overall volume levels, yet still hear all the music clearly. With 3 sizes of interchangeable soft washable silicone ear cushions included in every package, all sizes of ears are assured of comfort that they can wear all day without fatigue. Earphones worthy of your music. Colors worthy of your player. Griffin TuneBuds.
General
- Product Type Headphones
- Weight 0.4 oz
- Color Light blue
- Compatible Mobile Devices Apple iPhone
Headphones
- Headphones Type Headphones - Binaural
- Headphones Form Factor In-ear ear-bud
- Headphones Technology Dynamic
- Connectivity Technology Wired
- Sound Output Mode Stereo
- Magnet Material Neodymium
- Headphones Ear Pads Included
Remote Control
- Type None
Connections
- Connector Type 1 x Headphones ( Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm )
Miscellaneous
- Cables Included 1 x Headphones cable - Integrated - 4 ft
- iPod Compatibility iPod
Power
- Power Device None
- Battery None
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 1 year warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 1 year
Product series
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Manufacturer: Griffin Technology Inc.
Specs: Headphones, In-ear ear-bud, Red, 0.4 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 1 year Limited warranty
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Manufacturer: Griffin Technology Inc.
Specs: Headphones, In-ear ear-bud, Silver, 0.4 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, Noise isolating
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Manufacturer: Griffin Technology Inc.
Specs: Headphones, In-ear ear-bud, Light green, 0.4 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 1 year Limited warranty
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Manufacturer: Griffin Technology Inc.
Specs: Headphones, In-ear ear-bud, Light blue, 0.4 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 1 year Limited warranty
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Manufacturer: Griffin Technology Inc.
Specs: Headphones, In-ear ear-bud, Blue, 0.4 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 1 year Limited warranty
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Manufacturer: Griffin Technology Inc.
Specs: Headphones, In-ear ear-bud, Pink, 0.4 oz, Stereo, Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm, 1 year Limited warranty
Manufacturer info
- Griffin Technology Inc.
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- Website: http://www.griffintechnology.com/
- Address:
1930 Air Lane Drive, Nashville, TN 37210
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