iPod Headphones: Things to Consider Before Getting One

An iPod is only as good as the headphones that one uses to listen to it. While the Apple iPod headphones make a perfect buddy for your gadget, at some point you would want to try other options that could offer booming lows, crisper highs and of course, an impressive overall sound quality. Simply put, at the store, if you are left with just one choice to make, the only iPod accessory to get really is a new pair of headphones or ear buds.

You have to remember that when getting a new pair of headphones, you can’t take things at face value. Colors and designs can be so inviting but you have to resist the packaging. Checking out what stuff these headphones are really made of is a must. Whether you're on the lookout for an earbud replacement or searching for a pair that comes sans wires and maybe someone who’s out to get something that promises top audiophile sound quality, it is always wise to make sure that what you’re about to pay for has the perfect ability to accurately transmit sound. Your checklist should look like this:
• Comfort level
• Affordability
• Durability

Instead of just going to an Apple Store, you can check out Apple Resellers for much of the time, they offer a variety of options to satisfy any ear, and any price range from a few dollars to hundreds.

However, you also need to factor in some things before making a headphone purchase. First, what kind or style of headphones do you want? iPod earphones are usually sold as ear buds simply because having a larger, full size pair of headphones partially defeats the purpose of the iPod being the size it is and having the portability it does. Since ear buds fit directly in your ear, comfort can be a bit of an issue if you have overly large or small ear canals so keep size in mind when buying. Ear buds are the most portable, the lightest to wear and can produce fairly high quality sound making them a perfect fit for an iPod, or any portable player for that matter.

Another common style of iPod headphone is the supra aural ones. These are simply speakers surrounded by pads that just sit on your ears and are fixed with band that goes over your head or behind your neck. Supra-aural headphones are extremely comfortable to wear, however they are not nearly as portable as a pair of ear buds and are not favored by some people as they mess up hair or can interfere with hats or earrings and can fall off when being active (jogging, doing yard work etc.).

The third type of headphones is the more full-sized circumaural headphone. This style of headphones fully covers the ear and is worn over the head. They have the ability to produce the best sound quality, in part because of their size and ability to block outside noise, and in part because larger and better sounding components can be fitted inside them. Because they are the largest of headphone styles, they are also the heaviest and the least portable. In fact they’re not really considered portable at all and are best suited for home or studio use. So they’re fairly uncommonly used with an iPod or any potable music player simply because they’re big, heavy and can be uncomfortable to wear for extended periods of time.

Once you decide which style of headphones you’d like to purchase, your next major decision is whether you want them to have any ability to block outside noise and/or if you want them to be without wires.

Noise canceling headphones are great if you travel a lot, are in an all round noise environment or just want better sounding audio. They can also reduce the likelihood of causing hearing loss, because they allow you to listen to music at a lower volume and yea they do come in all shapes, sizes and styles, however they are more expensive than a non noise canceling set.

Wireless headphones are fantastic because there's no cord needed so you’re free to roam around your home or office and don’t need to worry about cords getting caught in earrings, zippers or being an all round annoyance. A transmitter simply sends a signal to a receiver in the headphone that reproduces the sound in your ear.
Here are some things to watch for when you purchase a wireless headphone.
• Weight and comfort, nothing will give you a headache faster than a heavy, uncomfortable headphone set.
• Make sure the volume control is easy to access and simple to use.
• Are the batteries rechargeable? Better yet, does it come with an adapter that you can plug directly into the wall?
• Do they come with any type of carry case or carry bag?

No matter which style of headphones you decide to buy, it’s always important to try them out first to ensure that they are comfortable to wear and don’t cause listening fatigue. If you aren’t able to try before you buy , then make sure they come back with a money back guarantee.

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