Earbud Comparison

[schmii]

Earbud comparison

An interesting comparison from a rider that always wants a little more. Odd a $20 set rivaled the several hundred dollar sets.

[LegalAlien]

I've tried to listen to music on longer trips, but I just don't like it. Probably because my equipment isn't the right one. Jefro on ST-owners.com points out exactly one of my problems:

The volume must be turned up much higher to compete with the wind blast

The only thing I can stand in my ears are the orange foam earplugs, I bought the expensive ($150) custom-fit DbBlocker earplugs but they hurt in my ears when I put my helmet on.

[schmii]

interesting specs on the ER-6i

Etymotic ER-6i (ER6i Isolator) specs - gdgt

34db while the average on foam plugs are...

Noise Reduction Earphones - webBikeWorld

32db.

I figure after a period of time boredom comes into play and it's tempting to make the route interesting with speed or toss on some music and enjoy a sedate ride a bit longer... sounds like an excuse to add another power jack for the phone.

[jafkaf81]

Originally Posted by LegalAlien

I've tried to listen to music on longer trips, but I just don't like it. Probably because my equipment isn't the right one. Jefro on ST-owners.com points out exactly one of my problems:
The only thing I can stand in my ears are the orange foam earplugs, I bought the expensive ($150) custom-fit DbBlocker earplugs but they hurt in my ears when I put my helmet on.

LA --- I have to have music on long rides , mostly because my singing is a mix of a drunken Irishman and a dying donkey , that and nothing gets me in the groove for twisty pavement like Celine Dion ............. I use an MP3 with noise cancelling earbuds that help block out wind much like a foam ear plug ( they were pricey $$$) . I have talked to a few riders that swear the best method is using Helmet Speakers ( $50 - $120 brand dependant ) , and using the cheap foam ear plugs in conjunction with the speakers , the buds block out the wind and the speakers still get the music across without causing hearing loss ...........if you ride with music buds cranked up , it will damage your hearing ..........I SAID , IF YOU RIDE BUDS CRANKED.......

[wildbillers]

Originally Posted by jafkaf81

my singing is a mix of a drunken Irishman and a dying donkey:

I can confirm this.........

[jafkaf81]

Originally Posted by wildbillers

I can confirm this.........

Hey ..........I invoke man code rule #47 ( subsection 3 ) P1--whatever singing happens on the road stays on the road , no matter how terrible , no camera phone footage may be uploaded to youtube or shown to other friends of the "victim" ........this rule is void only if showing it will get you some "action" on said road trip

[wildbillers]

Originally Posted by jafkaf81

Hey ..........I invoke man code rule #47 ( subsection 3 ) P1--whatever singing happens on the road stays on the road , no matter how terrible , no camera phone footage may be uploaded to youtube or shown to other friends of the "victim" ........this rule is void only if showing it will get you some "action" on said road trip

Yes but you missed the asterisk next to the 47 stating the exception.........
"If the victim brings it up in a conversation outside of said road trip then the above subsection need not apply"


This review on the ear buds is perfect timing for me as i am reading into different options and i want to see what is offered at this years bike show as well!!

[jafkaf81]

Originally Posted by wildbillers

Yes but you missed the asterisk next to the 47 stating the exception.........
"If the victim brings it up in a conversation outside of said road trip then the above subsection need not apply"


This review on the ear buds is perfect timing for me as i am reading into different options and i want to see what is offered at this years bike show as well!!

Damn it all ........ stupid technicality anyways , just remember pal .......I know where you live

[Scott]

I've been using these ones here:
Shure - SE210 Sound Isolating Earphones

http://www.bcriders.net/forum/f26/bl...ds-review-210/ (Blockade Noise Reducing Earbuds Review)

[Dudette]

I CAN'T stand anything in my ears (beside soft whispers.....hi hi hi) and I also find that music inspire me to ride "faster" and I lose focus......
But that is just me..........