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Koss 'The Plug' Earphones
Sporting the same channel-funnelling shape as their contemporaries, The Plug earphones are
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in-ear headphones with a pretty decent sound. The headphones have an ear bud design that directs sound into the ear canal and also features a dynamic element for...
earbud design directs sound into the ear canal for deep bass and extended frequency performance. Speciality ear cushion material forms slowly in the ear canal to ...
Koss 'The Plug' Earphones
Sporting the same channel-funnelling shape as their contemporaries, The Plug earphones are
... more
in-ear headphones with a pretty decent sound. The headphones have an ear bud design that directs sound into the ear canal and also features a dynamic element for extended frequency response. The special ear cushion material forms slowly in the ear canal to provide a custom fit and maximum sound isolation.These earphones are ideal for portable use.
earbud design directs sound into the ear canal for deep bass and extended frequency performance. Speciality ear cushion material forms slowly in the ear canal to provide a custom fit and maximum isolation. Includes replacement ear cushions. Reliable L plug for improved reliability and durability. Straight, dual entry 1.2 metre cord. Black/Blue.
A review by Azurel on Koss THE PLUG August 19th, 2005
Author's product rating:
Sound Quality
Excellent
Comfort
Good
Looks & Design
Excellent
Durability
Excellent
Value for Money
Excellent
Advantages:
Durable, great sound quality, low price
Disadvantages:
The foam earplugs supplied need to be replaced with others for a good fit
Recommend to potential buyers:
yes
Full review
These Koss The Plug earphones are amazing, they isolate outside noise simply by using earplugs which insert into the ear canal and seal out any unwanted noise, as well as preventing any sound from leaking out. This means that you can listen to music at lower volumes and still be able to here it clearly. They block out the majority of noise around you, so you won't hear a baby crying on the train but you won't hear the announcer either!
Before I got these headphones the only way I could clearly hear my music in loud environments such as busses was to turn the volume right up, which is obviously not good for the ears and it can cause distortion not to mention annoying others. Now though I rarely turn the volume up to half way and usually less than that. Fellow travellers are also no longer disturbed by tinny beats emanating from my earphones!
The only problem with these headphones is that all of the 4 sets of foam plugs supplied were too large for my ears and I also found that the foam expanded too quickly after being squeezed and so combined with the overlarge size they were difficult to fit. However this was a simple problem to fix with a cheap pair of earplugs which just need to have a small hole made through them to slide them onto the actual earphone tube solved the problem admirably, and now with the cheap and easy alteration I find them incredibly comfortable and easy to fit plus there is the added bonus that they don't fall out of your ears.
The fact you can change the foam for more suitable size and texture so easily is great. It means that almost any earplugs can be adapted and used on them so your not restricted to any particular brand for replacement foam plugs.
I have had my Koss The Plug earphones for just over 10 months and they have survived being stuffed in my bag/pocket very well with no loosening of the wires or any problems with sound quality. They have stood up well to everyday use but do not come with a carry case which is the one addition which would have been nice.
I got my earphones from ebay for £8 but they generally sell for around £15
I really would recommend these earphones, with the minor ear cushion replacement (which I think most people would need to do) they provide a comfortable fit and give really good quality sound with excellent value for money. The price range varies but as with everything it's best to shop around to find the best price.
Koss The Plug is a stereo earbud for the discriminating listener. It delivers accurate acoustical reproduction and unbelievable isolation typically found in more expensive, closed-style stereophones. The Plug features a dynamic element that is positioned just outside the ear and connected to a tubular port structure that is inserted on a soft expandable cushion into the ear canal.
Some interesting facts: the Koss Portario headphones were first introduced in 1984. Over the years the company preserved their original design but improved their performance.
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