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Sound Isolating Earbuds

Keep outside noise out of your music.


For better sound and less outside noise, our Sound-Isolating Earbuds are just right. The comfortable, in-ear design blocks unwanted noise, while delivering rich, full-bodied sound for music and movies. Three included sizes of earbuds ensure a snug, custom fit. Also includes a retractable, tangle-free cable, dual-pin airplane adapter and t-splitter for sharing.

Rich sound, less outside noise.
The snug in-ear design delivers remarkably rich, full-bodied sound, while blocking unwanted noise.

Comfortable, custom fit.
Our Sound-Isolating Earbuds come with three sizes of buds, so you can enjoy a fit that's comfortable for extended periods and all types of activity--from travel and exercise, to work or just relaxing.

Perfect for travel.
The compact design, combined with a retractable, tangle-free cable, dual-pin airplane adapter and t-splitter for sharing, make our Sound-Isolating Earbuds ideal for travel.
Sound Isolating Earbuds
Sound Isolating Earbuds

Sound Isolating Earbuds

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Sound Isolating Earbuds
 
3.0

(based on 33 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (6)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (10)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (5)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (2)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (10)

56%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Compact (27)
  • Comfortable (23)
  • Good bass (13)
  • Great sound (13)
  • Lightweight (13)

Cons

  • Falls off/out of ear (13)
  • Flimsy construction (13)
  • Cord too short (6)
  • Poor value (4)

Best Uses

  • Portable devices (22)
  • Travel (17)
  • Music (9)
  • Working out (9)
  • With my computer (8)
    • Primary use:
    • Personal (27)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Traveler (20), Audiophile (5), Gear head (4)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (8)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

Could be great with a few modifications

I LOVE the fact that the wires retract. It is great to not have to deal with all the tangled cords. My primary complaint is that they need to put a clip on the ...Read complete review

I LOVE the fact that the wires retract. It is great to not have to deal with all the tangled cords. My primary complaint is that they need to put a clip on the retracting component so you can anchor it to your shirt. Otherwise, it bounces around with walking, jogging, gets caught when working out. This in turn pulls the buds out of your ear and I feel leads to shorts in the wiring. This becomes an issue as I've went through probably 5 pairs in the last 2 years. Buy the protection plan. I continue to just take them back and get new ones. This could really be an awsome product with more durable wiring (like the ones that come with apple products) and a clip.

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

Tangled and Broke Instantly

These ear buds are comfortable but they won't stay in. The retraction mechanism for the chord tangled and broke within minutes of me trying to use it. There was no salvaging it. I simply...Read complete review

These ear buds are comfortable but they won't stay in. The retraction mechanism for the chord tangled and broke within minutes of me trying to use it. There was no salvaging it. I simply removed the ear buds from the mechanism in order to continue to use them. But at this hefty price, that is terrible.

Also there simply is NO rich sound. These produce a very flat sound no matter what you plug them into. I've had el cheapo ear buds sound much better than these. They do work for noise reduction however.

Reviewed by 33 customers

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1.0

JUNK

By Jimmy Now

from Washington D.C. Virginia

About Me Frequent Traveler

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Compact
  • Great Sound

Cons

  • Flimsy Construction
  • Poor Value

Best Uses

  • Relaxing
  • Traveling

Comments about Sound Isolating Earbuds:

I do not use these headphones for anything but listening to my iPad or iPod or iPhone. Now they have a short. Junk. Did not last 2 years.... They should last 5. Poor engineering. Do not buy. Way to expensive. Go to the $1 store because they are the same quality.

  • Primary Use:
  • Listening to iPod
  • Was this a gift?:
  • No

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2.0

arrived in bad condition

By hiker/cyclist

from Aspen, CO

About Me Frequent Traveler

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Compact

Cons

  • Flimsy Construction

Best Uses

  • Portable Devices
  • Traveling
  • Working Out

Comments about Sound Isolating Earbuds:

Device arrived with cords tangled inside the mechanism, so cords have to be pulled out with effort, and will not retract completely. This negates the advantage of a "no tangle" cord system.

  • Primary Use:
  • Working out
  • Was this a gift?:
  • Yes

Comment on this review

 
4.0

Awesome

By BW

from Mishawaka, Indiana

About Me Teenager

Verified Reviewer

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Compact
  • Durable
  • Good Bass
  • Good Value
  • Great Sound
  • Lightweight
  • Stylish

Cons

  • Flimsy Construction

Best Uses

  • Music
  • Traveling
  • With My Computer

Comments about Sound Isolating Earbuds:

Great sound quality for the price! However, the cord is pretty flimsy. My cord shorted out but Brookstone replaced it for free. Still the best earbuds I have ever owned!

  • Primary Use:
  • Listening to iPod
  • Was this a gift?:
  • Yes

Comment on this review

 
4.0

i n a mall can still hear music etc.

By none

from Montreal, QC, Canada

About Me Frequent Traveler

Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Compact
  • Good Value
  • Lightweight
  • Stylish

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Music
    • Traveling

    Comments about Sound Isolating Earbuds:

    great compact

    • Primary Use:
    • Traveling
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

    Comment on this review

     
    4.0

    Well worth the money!

    By Travel Hog

    from Fort Worth, Texas

    About Me Frequent Traveler

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Compact
    • Durable
    • Good Bass
    • Good Value
    • Great Sound
    • Stylish

    Cons

    • Cord Too Short
    • Falls Off/Out Of Ear

    Best Uses

    • Music
    • Traveling
    • With My Computer

    Comments about Sound Isolating Earbuds:

    I lost my 1st pair after a year and have now had my 2nd pair for a couple of years and I LOVE THEM. They go with me on every trip (one day or 3 weeks)...and I travel often. This second pair is just now starting to falter so I'll happily buy a third. The thing is, 4 month ago I started using them daily at work and IMO they are not meant for longterm daily use. They're better left for intermittant use. I plan to use my QC2 at work and leave these in my backpack. Enjoy!

    • Primary use:
    • Personal
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

    Comment on this review

     
    4.0

    Great for Travel

    By Jill

    from Marietta GA

    About Me Frequent Traveler, Gear Head

    Verified Reviewer

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Compact
    • Good Bass
    • Great Sound

    Cons

    • Falls Off/Out Of Ear
    • Flimsy Construction

    Best Uses

    • Portable Devices
    • Relaxing
    • Traveling
    • With My Computer

    Comments about Sound Isolating Earbuds:

    I bought my first pair for travel. Great for that purpose. But not so great at the gym. As the others have said, the retraction mechanism is too heavy for the lightweight cords, and without a clip, it bounces around and pulls the buds out of your ears when on the elliptical. Really unusable for that. My first pair eventually shorted out, probably from the constant tugging.

    But, I found them so convenient for travel and work that I bought a second pair anyway. Love the retractable cord, I can toss it in my bag without worrying about a tangled mess when pulling it out.

    • Primary use:
    • Personal
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

    Comment on this review

     
    4.0

    Could be great with a few modifications

    By Jason

    from Indianapolis, IN

    Verified Reviewer

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Compact
    • Lightweight
    • Stylish

    Cons

    • Falls Off/Out Of Ear
    • Needs a clip

    Best Uses

    • Music
    • Portable Devices
    • Traveling
    • Working Out

    Comments about Sound Isolating Earbuds:

    I LOVE the fact that the wires retract. It is great to not have to deal with all the tangled cords. My primary complaint is that they need to put a clip on the retracting component so you can anchor it to your shirt. Otherwise, it bounces around with walking, jogging, gets caught when working out. This in turn pulls the buds out of your ear and I feel leads to shorts in the wiring. This becomes an issue as I've went through probably 5 pairs in the last 2 years. Buy the protection plan. I continue to just take them back and get new ones. This could really be an awsome product with more durable wiring (like the ones that come with apple products) and a clip.

    • Primary use:
    • Personal
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

    Comment on this review

     
    4.0

    LOVE THESE!!!!

    By LSL Working MOM

    from Westfield, NJ

    About Me Executive working MOM

    Verified Reviewer

    Pros

    • compact
    • Cords don't get tangled
    • Great for working out
    • great sound
    • Keeps out NOISE
    • Lightweight
    • Perfect Short cord

    Cons

    • Speaker stopped working

    Best Uses

    • Portable Devices
    • Relaxing
    • Traveling
    • Working Out

    Comments about Sound Isolating Earbuds:

    I bought these at an airport and it was the best thing I ever did. These really block out all outside noises, which is perfect while traveling, vacationing, and working out. They lasted about 3 years and then the right speaker didn't work anymore. I guess I got my money's worth and I'm going to go out and buy another pair. I also bought them for both my teenagers (son and daughter) and they love them too!

    • Primary use:
    • Personal
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

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    4.0

    Pretty Good Product

    By nickster

    from NYC

    Verified Reviewer

    Pros

    • Compact
    • Good Value
    • Lightweight
    • Retractability

    Cons

    • Right Bud Stopped Working

    Best Uses

    • Portable Devices
    • Working Out

    Comments about Sound Isolating Earbuds:

    I bought this in an airport, thinking it would be a stopgap. I grew to like them quite a bit. I know some complain that the cord is short, but I think it needs to be that short for the retractability to work properly. That's great feature if you wear your iPod in an armband when working out as the cord does not get in your way. Unfortunately, the music stopped playing in the right ear bud. It had been seven months, so I guess that's not bad for [$], but it was frustrating. I gave it four stars, but 3.5 is probably more accurate.

    • Primary use:
    • Personal
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

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    5.0

    STRONG BASS / EXCELLENT BALANCE

    By KC

    from Honolulu, HI

    About Me Frequent Traveler

    Pros

    • Compact
    • Good Bass
    • Great Sound

    Cons

    • Flimsy Construction

    Best Uses

    • Portable Devices
    • Traveling

    Comments about Sound Isolating Earbuds:

    I tried several other earphones including higher end one of the same brand (Brookstone) but this one has the best balanced sound. Nothing else beats the bass of this earphone and it does not compromise treble and midrange.
    Retractable design sets you free from tangling wire.

    • Primary use:
    • Personal
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

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    Brookstone/OSIM-branded products are backed by a one-year limited warranty.

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    Our innovative products will provide you and your family with years of enjoyment. And with the Brookstone Protection Plus service and replacement plans, you'll have the added peace of mind knowing that if the unexpected does happen, we will simply repair or replace your covered product.* Our enhanced coverage goes above and beyond the manufacturer's warranty, saving you time and money.

    • Replacement Plan - 1 Year $5.99
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