Sennheiser MM50 iP Earbuds / Headset (iPhone Compatible) | List Price: $99.95
Discount Price: $99.95
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Brand: Sennheiser
Binding: Electronics
Features: - Natural Sound reproduction and high dynamic
- Universal fit with 3 ear sleeve choices included
- In-line microphone with convenient "answer-end" button
- 3.5 mm 4-poled jack for Apple iPhone , iPod and other players
- Outstanding Bass response
Good iPhone headset [Posted on 2008-06-20]
In preparation for the new iPhone coming out in July, I needed to get a new set of headphones that included an inline mic/answer-end/pause button. After a week or so of research, I decided to try this pair, even though there is very little info or reviews regarding actual sound quality.
I switched from Sony EX-51/EX-71 headphones to the mm 50. The MM 50 iP headphones sound similar to the EX headphones I've used, with balanced sound throughout, but even better and clearer. I switched the included ear cuffs from the MM 50s for the ones I used on my Sonys, as the MM 50 set is a bit tacky and had little bits of crap stuck to them just by taking them out of the box. Ick.
The MM 50 wires are very thin, and the whole set is extremely lightweight. They are even more comfortable than the Sonys. Also, the longer I wear and use them, the more I like them.
The cord is shorter than usual, which I like because I tend to catch the wires on stuff if there is too much extra. I put the Nano/iPhone in my right back pocket, and run the headphones up to my left ear, and the length is perfect. From where the phones split (note these are "J-shaped" headphones, where the cord for the right ear goes behind your neck) to the jack that plugs into the iPhone, the cord is just over 36" long.
Currently I'm using them with a Nano, but will be switching to the new iPhone when it is released. The answer/end/ff button works fine with my current 2G iPhone, but there is a noticeable hiss at low volumes sometimes. Also, I can not get the volume from the iPhone to go low enough (I listen at the office and need to be able to hear through them) but I think this is on the iPhone side, as the Sonys don't get as quiet as they do on the Nano either.
Overall, I like the headphones, and like them more after a day of use. As long as they don't break after regular use, or have some weird problem with the new iPhone, I'll continue to use these as a replacement for my old Sony EX-51 and EX-71 sets.
Edit July 13: I got a new iPhone 3G this week, which has a redesigned headphone port. These headphones still work correctly with the new iPhone, the plug fits fine and the answer/end button works. Plus, the annoying hiss is gone!
Good sound for your iphone [Posted on 2008-07-27]
These headphones are designed to work specifically with the iphone (both the 1st and 2nd gen). The connector is of the 'small type' you need for the first iphone. A microphone is built in.
The audio quality is what you would expect from Sennheiser. Clear sound with good bass. They are a noticeable improvement from the stock headset. The buds seal the ear canal almost completely. This way ambient noise is reduced and you can use a lower volume setting on your iphone compared to the open design of the stock headset. I had to get used to hearing my own breathing when no music is playing. I found this not to be a problem in everyday use.
Sennheiser with another phenomenal product [Posted on 2008-07-30]
Like everyone else...I'm always on the lookout for the perfect pair of earbuds for my listening habits. I'm mostly a hip hop fan, so obviously this review will tend to lean in that direction.
For years, I always thought iPods just were crap when it came to sound quality. My problem was that I didn't find the earbuds that suited my listening style. It really wasn't the iPods fault...it was my fault. I didn't test out different brands of earbuds. I came across a pair of Sennheiser CX300s that were highly recommended by a buddy of mine. I was in love. No matter what MP3 player I hooked them up to, I enjoyed every minute of my listening experience.
Fast forward two years to this weekend. I was listening to my trusty CX300s when a call came in my iPhone. I couldn't answer it. I had to pull out my plugs, pull my iPhone out of my pocket and answer it. That's just not going to work going forward. So I set out to find out if Sennheiser made a pair of CX300s with a mic and a play/pause/answer/end button on it. Turns out they do. They come in the form of the MM50 iP (be SURE it comes with iP at the end of the model number as the MM50 regulars have the 2.5mm plug for regular cell phones). These are basically exactly the same as my CX300s when it comes to the listening experience, which in my book, is excellent.
Build Quality:
It seems to me, most of the complaints from the aftermarket headphones is that they break to easily, or one ear stops working, etc. Like I said, I've had my CX300s for about 2 years and they have been flawless to this day. Hell, I still will go on using them at the gym with my tiny Creative player I carry there. The cords are relatively thin so the cord noise is minimal although not completely eliminated. They come with three sizes of ear buds but no carrying case whatsover, which is kind of disappointing seeing as how the competitors mostly do.
Sound:
This is where I love the Sennheiser MM50 iPs. They are one of the only earbuds I found where I'm completely satisfied with the low end. They are very loud and very clear when it comes to the bass. They definitely won't blow you away with the midrange and highs, but they are pretty clear and distinctive. From an overall sound standpoint, I don't feel these can be beat...especially under 100 bucks. Some headphones will have better highs and mids, but they will fade out when it comes to bass (hello Etynomic, Shure & Ultimate Ears)...and others will be very good from a bass perspective, but fall flat on the high/mid end (hello Bose and Vmoda). These are a perfect balance in my eyes.
Fit:
This is an interesting one. They come with three sets of sleeves (small, medium and large). My CX300s fit perfectly with the middle sized sleeves. These new ones fit perfectly with the small sleeves. Weird. Not a big deal at all, but it's weird since the sleeves are all the same size...I just got a better seal with the small ones on the new MM50 iPs. If they are anything like the CX300s, I'll be able to wear them for hours at a time without fatigue. They are just a heckova set of earbuds when it comes to comfort.
Conclusion:
Anyway...all in all, I'm extremely happy with these buds. Sennheiser hasn't let me down yet when it comes to SQ on the iPod/iPhone line of Mp3 players. I want to reiterate, since I'm sure someone will do it...MAKE SURE YOU GET THE IP VERSION OF THE MM50s...they are the ones with the 3.5mm jack (as well as the slim plug for the first generation iPhone's recessed jack).
Best iPhone Headset Available [Posted on 2008-08-08]
Short and simple:
1. Precise sound with high quality Low, Mid, High range for all of your iPhone music, and Yes the Bass is truly impressive.
2. The in-ear buds fit very snug, without any need of adjustment for clear sound ambient noise cancellation.
3. The headset is lightweight, sturdy, and delivers clear sound through it's mic.
4. A chord perfectly measured for a phone attached to the waist belt.
5. The chord is very lightweight, although it will require care when handling since it is very thin.
6. You know you are getting a good product with a Sennheiser product, and it's under $100 (barely).
Does NOT Work with iPhone [Posted on 2008-08-18]
Just got these today and I chose them based on the glowing 5-star reviews here. What a mistake, and what a HUGE disappointment these are. Apparently none of the reviewers actually used these buds with an iPhone as a PHONE (they only used them with MP3 players).
First of all, the wires to the earbuds are even thinner (and more fragile) then the original iPhone headset wires (which was why I had to get a new headset in the first place after been mangled up in my pockets every day for a year). Also, the microphone hangs on the left now (compared to iPhone headset - which could actually go either way). Why make a stupid change like that when everyone is used to the microphone being on the right?
The first thing I did was listen to music (like the other reviewers) and with the middle size buds there was NO bass. So, I went to the large buds and the bass came through just fine and I thought I was going to be happy.
Then, I made my first call. The other party could barely hear me although I could hear them OK. And when I tried to talk, because the large buds filled my ear canal, it was like (truly) I had ear plugs in because I could not hear my own voice just bass rumblings in my head (and apparently no signal to the earphone speakers). What an unsettling feeling on a phone call. If you really have to plug your ears to hear music, then the manufacturers really need to feed a signal to the earpieces.
So, the wires are too fragile, the microphone is on the wrong side, you have to plug up your ears to hear any bass, once you do plug up your hears you can't hear your own voice on a call (unless you take one plug out), and the microphone only works if you hold it next to your lips.
This is junk and on the way back to Amazon.
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