red_ryder 0 Report post Posted March 24, 2009 Hi guys, I'm looking for either active noise canceling or true isolating earbuds. I've tried so-called isolating buds (like Sony EX71) but they don't work that well in noisy environments like on a plane or a hawker center. Here's my criteria - 1. Music reproduction not an issue - I listen to audiobooks and podcasts only. Which is why sound isolation is critical - every word counts. 2. Comfort and ease of wearing. Easy to put in and take out of my ears. 3. Size. Prefer not to have a large battery unit, but not a critical issue. 4. Price. Less than $150 if possible Any options in the market? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nofing 0 Report post Posted March 24, 2009 Westone um1 and etymotic er6i. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
:: Chicky :: 0 Report post Posted March 28, 2009 Comply NR-1CS http://www.complyfoam.com/noise-reduction-...3-mobile-phone/ claim to have up to 42dB of isolation, and fyi, its damn high O.o. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SoundMAGIC 0 Report post Posted May 25, 2009 Our PL30 can fit your requirement very well, and you will not pay so much for it. Please find the review in the following link for your reference: http://www.head-fi.org/forums/f103/soundma...rphones-323413/ Hope you can get one and enjoy it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
magikalremake 0 Report post Posted May 30, 2009 shure e4c is good too Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MUSICwSOUL 0 Report post Posted June 1, 2009 Westone um1 and etymotic er6i. I think UM1 with shure olive will be a good choice..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites