Amazon.com Product Description
Audiophiles who demand great sound quality but need something smaller than DJ headphones will appreciate the Sony MDR-NX1 In Style Stereo Dynamic Earphones. With nine millimeter diameter, dome-type driver units and PET (generic mylar) diaphragms, your music will sound loud, clear and rich. The MDR-NX1 driver units reproduce surprisingly-clear recorded sounds at a wide frequency range (6-23,000 Hz). These substantial, compact earphones also feature neodymium magnets for greater power handling and higher frequencies. Five times more powerful than standard earphone ferrite magnets of the same size, the neodymium magnets means that the Sony MDR-NX1 In Style Stereo Dynamic Earphones maximize energy, while keeping size to a minimum. With these advanced technological features, the MDR-NX1 provides great sound in a tiny package.
Sony MDR-NX1 In Style Stereo Dynamic Earphones' earbud design was built for the fashionable audiophile on the go. The genuine leather neck strap design is ideal for attaching to compact-sized audio players. Sony has not scrimped on comfort, designing earbuds with soft silicone for a stable and comfortable fit within your ears. Also, Sony has equipped the MDR-NX1 with a stylish earphone holder that minimizes cord tangles. These features allow you to listen to clear, robust sound while you're at the gym, the ballpark, or any time you're on the move.
What's in the Box
Sony MDR-NX1 In Style Stereo Dynamic Earphones, headphone holder, and small, medium, and large ear pieces.
Customer Reviews:
PERFECT BUDS FOR ANY SMALL MP3 PLAYER!.......2007-06-22
These buds are great. Great sound, great feel, great quality! Amazon shipping costs almost discouraged me from buying.(almost as much as the earbuds themselves!)But I couldn't find them anywhere else! Sony must own the patent on necklace style buds. Use them daily both at work and at home with my mobiblu mp3 player. They don't tangle. I just take them off my neck and hang them on my computer desk door knob and plug it in for the night.
LOVIN' IT!
Uncomfortable, tinny sound. good noise blocking........2006-03-18
I owned ex81 before i bought the nx1. Ex81 had a dissolving cord problem and I had to get rid of it in less than a year. I was very disappointed with the durability and the annoying cord that got stuck in everything, but I loved the sound quality of the ex81. So I decided to go for the nx1. I have an iaudio G3, which weighs almost nothing without the battery. And with the battery, it's slightly heavier than a AA battery. I thought that it would be a good enough size for a necklace type earphone. All I can say is, I was wrong. It feels so heavy on my neck and I am constantly adjusting it. Also, the earphone cord from the necklace isn't very long. So when it is snugly fit in my ears, I can't tilt my head sideways or look to another direction, or it would pull out of my ears.
I was also dissappointed by the sound. It sounds tinny and distant. It also has a very weak bass. My Mdr-j10 sounds clearer than my nx1. And I know that the earbuds have to go in all the way, since I owned the ex81.
The comfort and noise blocking is where the nx1 is strong in. I wore these for 3 hours without hurting my ears or even feel them in my ears. Granted, I couldn't move my head very much, but the earbuds themselves are very comfortable. Noise blocking is also very good. I can't hear my friends talking right next to me when I have these on. Overall, pretty satisfied. Would I buy them again? Maybe not. Probably would save up for any of the Shures, but these are great earphones for their price.
Short cable can be a problem.......2005-10-14
I bought these headphones after a friend of mine recommended his pair of EX71's. These are (from I can tell) the same pair with the addition of the neck strap.
This is the biggest problem (or advantage) with these headphones. The cable to the player is about 8 inches long, hanging somewhere around my chest. Whilst ideal for small Ipod Shuffle-esqe players or players with remotes, it is fairly useless for anything else. I am now faced with buying a remote for my Ipod or an extension cable. The neck strap is great in that it holds the headphone in place. Downside, it's a bit of a hassle to get around my head!
The second problem I had was that when I first used them the sound was horribly tinny. I was very disappointed, but I have since discovered that I was using the wrong ear buds (they come with three sizes) and since changing them the sound is hugely improved and they sound pretty good.
All in all, great headphones for small players you hang round your neck. For anything bigger though, consider something different.
These are great for my Mobiblu1gig cube........2005-09-28
I searched high and low for good necklace style earbuds for my Mobiblu Cube. The ones that came with it are good but have the standard headphones that fall out while running!!
These have good bass and great sound.
They are also very comfortable and stay in while running..
Thumbs up Sony!!!
Stylish, high-quality, noise-blocking.......2005-08-03
I absolutely disagree with the other two reviewers. These plug-style stereo earphones are great, and here's why.
First of all, I'd always been looking for neck strap earphones. In the summertime, it's just so inconvenient to leave my Sony NW-HD3 MP3 player in a pocket, even though it is tiny. Plus, when I walk around my apartment naked, there's no pocket to speak of! So I was so excited to finally see these headphones at my local Sony Style store. Now all my summertime problems are solved!
(I was hoping to get the red version, which would have gone real well with my red NW-HD3, but I couldn't find it anywhere, including the Sony Style store here in Boston, so I ended up getting this white version online. If you have an mini or flash iPod, this white version will go pretty well with it.)
In terms of sound quality, I have no complaints. Now, if I really want great sound, I put on my studio reference headphones and go crazy. But for daily commute and use at work (or when I do chores around my apartment), I prefer a lightweight, in-ear type of headphones, and this NX1 model is perfect. It has a good range, not too high-pitched nor bassy. There's definitely a lack of deep bass here -- although you can use your MP3 player's graphic equalizer to compensate for it, which I do on my NW-HD3. If you want a pair of earphones with terrific bass (and are willing to go deaf for it), this is not for you. For great-sounding pop and jazz and classical, I find the sound quality of this NX1 just right for casual listening. As sort of a semi-audiophile type, I'm pretty happy with the sound quality -- and I don't say this because I'm blindly loyal to the Sony brand. (If you search through my Amazon reviews, you'd see that I once rated one of their earphones 1 star and another one 2 stars.)
Because the NX1 employs rubber earbuds, it can block a lot of noise. This is not active noise-cancelling as with the expensive Bose headphones, but because the earbuds fit in your ear canals -- the NX1 earphones come fitted with medium-sized earbuds but include both large and small buds in the package -- they passively block out external noise. I personally prefer this type (and the over-the-ear closed type of headphones) because 1) I've never had good luck with active noise-cancelling headphones, and 2) I really wonder whether the low-frequency noise-countering sound emittd by active noise-cancelling headphones will actually destroy your hearing over the long term.
So, the NX1 is a stylish, high-quality pair of bud-style earphones. You can adjust the length of the cords as well as the segment with the audio connector.
My only complaint, which is minor to me but could be a problem for you, is the segment that houses the audio connector is short. Its length is perfect for my NW-HD3 and NW-E105, but I imagine it could be a problem for some players.
In a nutshell, the NX1 makes a great pair of earphones for summertime music listening, esp. if you wear clothing that has no pockets.
Product Description
Slide your iPod nano Gen 2 into the incredible JLab MiniBlaster G2 and you've got the coolest gadget in the world! This ultra portable stereo speaker fits right in your pocket and allows you to blast crystal clear sound from your iPod nano any time and any place... walking, at the beach, camping, hanging with friends, and everywhere you go.
Customer Reviews:
Just what I was hoping for.......2007-08-24
I'm impressed with this little thing. The case is well-made and has a very solid feel. The Nano fits perfectly into the skin and into the MiniBlaster. I didn't have difficulties with the fit like others mentioned. Getting the Nano out takes some pushing, but that's the way it should be. You don't want it falling out on it's own and hitting the pavement. All the Nano controls are accessible. The front, circular control (volume/scroll) works fine through a silicon skin and is very protected.
The reason we buy this thing is for sound and size. Size and weight are impressively minimal. You won't beat that anywhere. As for sound, it's not a home entertainment center or a Bose IPod system - it's a tiny little device that offers maximum portability. If you can bring your Bose system along with you, then do it. If you need something small and more portable, then read on.
The sound has a distinct clarity. Mids to highs are crisp and well separated. What you loose is bass. It's attenuated, but not dull or muddy. I wasn't expecting strong bass with a frequency response of 450Hz to 20KHz. It's not built for it and shouldn't be expected.
It's made, as others have said, for you and a couple of friends in an environment without too much ambient noise. If you are looking for a system that you can play at a beech party with a big group of friends, keep looking, because this isn't it. Too many voices chatting away will drown this little thing out.
In a reasonably quiet room or out on the trail, you get enough volume to really enjoy the music. It's loud enough to hear the detail in the sound. It even gets too loud for conversations and has to be turned down. Don't get me wrong, the neighbors won't be calling or stomping on the floor. It has what it needs to fill the niche that it's designed for.
I personally like the sound with the EQ set to "Small Speakers" - seems like a good balance for Classic Rock which I tend to listen to the most.
If you want a small, light and very portable speaker system to free you from headphones and make portable music a social experience between friends again, then you are onto something.
Enjoy!
Great for use while traveling.......2007-08-11
I wanted to be able to listen to podcasts and my own music while commuting and so first purchased (for $80) an FM converter that plugged into the lighter and my iPod and then matched an unused frequency to play what was on the iPod. The sound wasn't great and it changed depending on where I was driving. I spent a lot of time trying to find the right static frequency and match it with the device. In the short time that I tried it out I had to switch frequencies twice.
So, I looked for a speaker. I decided that it wouldn't be a disaster to buy something at this price to try even if it didn't work great. It was what I was looking for! I can use it in the car and also other places where I want to play what is on my ipod so that others can hear. It is not great sound quality, but it is much better than what I was getting with the FM converter and much easier. I can either use batteries or the AC adaptor (I already have a device that converts the cigarette lighter into AC power).
It is a great solution for what I was looking for.
Good Product.......2007-07-26
I recommend this product over similar products that are outrageously expensive. Powerful sound for it's size and easy to use. Great value.
Wow, under 15 bucks including shipping!.......2007-07-04
Don't expect too much bass out of -any- tiny speakers but as a way to turn your nano into a sort of 21st century "transistor radio" equivalent with stereo audio and a better sound quality, this little thing is superb. Talk radio podcasts are delivered very clearly and music can be enjoyed to an extent especially if you choose an appropriate EQ setting on your nano. Volume capability is decent, just don't expect to entertain an audience bigger than about two or three. Battery life is good for the 4x AAA batteries.
JLab Audio.......2007-06-08
The sound is good from the Miniblaster, but getting my Ipod in and out of it is a real chore!! It is very difficult to do. It not only is very hard to place in the miniblaster, but getting it out is even worse. I like the size of it as it doesn't take up a lot of room when I place it on the counter. Just difficult to use. It is also hard to adjust the volume with the "skin" on it.
Product Description
Slide your iPod nano Gen 2 into the incredible JLab MiniBlaster G2 and you've got the coolest gadget in the world! This ultra portable stereo speaker fits right in your pocket and allows you to blast crystal clear sound from your iPod nano any time and any place... walking, at the beach, camping, hanging with friends, and everywhere you go.
Customer Reviews:
Great sound quality for such a tiny package.......2007-11-05
I bought the miniblaster portable speaker in December 2006. I was amazed at the quality of the sound for such tiny speakers. Now, almost one year later, the speakers are still going strong. If you are looking for good quality pocket size speakers, these are a good choice.
A Great iPod Speaker........2007-08-08
It is tiny, compact (no wiggley parts to break off) it runs on batteries as well as AC and I am completely delighted with it.JLab Audio MBBG1 Miniblaster Portable Speaker for iPod Nano (Gen 1) - Black
STOP THINKING AND BUY IT.......2007-07-28
Best bang for the buck...i read all the reviews. just buy it. you can't beat $15 shipped. it gets the job done.
Excellent Company.......2007-06-11
My 11 year old daughter saved her $$ and did some on line research and ended up buying these. She loved them for the size which allowed her to take them into bed, on the bus etc. The audio in my opinion was "OK", but she was very happy.
We had bought them along with their noise reducing ear buds which I use while traveling in planes. I can wear them x- country very comfortably
Unfortunately we had technical problems and contacted JBL. I happened to email them on a Sunday afternoon and in about 15 minutes a real person (Josh) responded. A real person.... on a Sunday!!
He resolved the issue- which ultimately required a warranty replacement.
I cannot say enough good things about this company and Josh. I woudl buy their products again without hesitation
What a disappointment........2007-05-26
On my first foray into looking for the perfect mini speaker for my Ipod, I bought the Aiptek Mist for Nano (not realizing it only works with Gen 2 Nano)---boy, was it a cute little thing. Disappointed they don't make that product for Gen 1 Nanos, I searched Amazon for the perfect replacement mini speaker that would work with my Nano Gen 1. The JLab Miniblaster had 4 stars. Folks, speak up, because I cannot be the only one who was shocked by the low quality of this product!!
*When I first plugged it in, you couldn't hear anything because of interference from my TV remote!
*When I finally heard sound it was fuzzy at best and never got much better
*The volume level is only a smidgen better than what I can hear through my earbuds when they are out of my ears!
I read and re-read the direction and am convinced I did everything properly. I even tried it with battery power only, in the house, out of the house. No luck. This is a lousy product and I am giving it one star. This is being shipped back today.
Product Description
Protect your iPod/MP3 and play your tunes virtually anywhere with this splashproof speaker system. Great for wet fall tailgate parties, the beach, or even the shower. Open the gasket-sealed door, plug in the player or insert your favorite CD and enjoy songs in stunning stereo. Also features an AM/FM radio, digital clock, and a tabletop stand. Powered by 4 AA batteries (not included) for total portability. 6.4" x 2.7" x 9.7".
Product Description
Protect your iPod/MP3 player and play your tunes virtually anywhere with this splashproof speaker system. Great for wet fall tailgate parties, the beach, or even the shower. Open the gasket-sealed top, plug in the player and enjoy songs in stunning stereo. Also features an AM/FM radio and digital clock. Includes a table top stand and a rope to hang from shower head. Powered by 4 AA batteries (not included) for total portability. 5.75" x 2" x 9.25".
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