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| Sony MDR-E818LP Fontopia Ear-Bud Headphones with Acoustic Twin Turbo Circuit | 
 enlarge | List Price: $8.99
Buy New: $4.98
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Avg. Customer Rating:  (based on 21 reviews)
Category: CE
Publisher: Sony
Studio: Sony
Brand: Sony
Label: Sony
Media: Electronics
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Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
Warranty: 1 year warranty
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.3
Dimensions (in): 3.8 x 1 x 8.8
MPN: MDRE818LP
Model: MDRE818LP
UPC: 027242570535
EAN: 0027242570535
ASIN: B00006IS53
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Super-light, ear-bud headphones are perfect for exercise | | • | Features Sony's acoustic twin turbo circuit for improved efficiency | | • | 16 mm driver units for deep bass sound and clear treble | | • | PET diaphragm for minimum distortion and superb high-frequency response | | • | Neodymium magnets provide maximum energy with minimal size |
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Product Description
Hey EAR can you spare a BUD? If it's a Sony MDR-E818LP Fontopia(R) Earbud stereo headphone, your ear isn't likely to want to part with it. The MDR-E818LP is an ultra compact stereo headphone that consists of 2 earbuds. Each earbud fits snugly and weightlessly in an ear. For the ultimate in comfort without sacrificing sound quality, this Fontopia(R) may be for you Super-Light In-the Ear Design fits eliminates the usual headband, so you can enjoy music while exercising, skating and more
Amazon.com Product Description
These super-light, ear-bud headphones weigh a mere six grams (.18 ounces.) They are the perfect headphone for those who relish lightweight, quality headphones. The silent cap confines the music to the listener's ear and away from those in the immediate area, a plus for those using the headphones in the coffee shop or library. The earphones are also open-air, meaning they allow ambient noises to enter the ear; this translates to a safer headphones, as the listener will be aware of horns, whistles and shouts. The MDR-E818LP's deliver a quality sound, even with their small size. The headphones use sixteen millimeter drive units for a deep bass and clear treble. Sony also uses neodymium magnets which provide more energy per ounce than other conventional magnets. The PET diaphragm gives the headphones a high rigidity for minimum distortion. Finally, Sony's Acoustic Twin Turbo circuit achieves high sonic output by utilizing sound chamber and duct technology. The cord is one meter long (3.3 feet) for ample range of movement. What's in the Box
Sony MDR-E818LP headphones
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| Customer Reviews: Read 16 more reviews...
 Very nice for the price! August 31, 2008
I purchased these headphones because as a transcriptionist, the large around-ear headset I usually use was giving me some pretty bad headaches due to allergy issues I have.
These earbuds have excellent sound, but I agree with other reviewers who said they can be a bit uncomfortable to wear after a while because of their odd, slightly teardroppish shape. It's not bad at all; just a bit uncomfortable after extended use.
I would highly recommend these, though. If they'd get rid of that strange shape, these would be perfect for most people for extended, everyday use. However, I wear these things for eight or 10 hours or more at a time, and theyve never been more than slightly uncomfortable and the sound is always excellent. Though I'm going to try a different style next time just to see what's out there, I would buy these again if I needed a pair right away. I'll probably pick up another pair of these just to have a reliable backup.
The cord could be a bit longer - I dont know why manufacturers make these cords so short - but it's long enough to suit me most of the time (just barely long enough to wear with my MP3 player in my pocket, so it could be six inches longer to be perfect). Best part about the styling is that these have a Y-shaped cord instead of those incredibly annoying behind-the-head cords, and that was the major selling point of these things to me. I have tried a number of behind-the-head designs and every one of them I either gave away or discarded because they just won't stay in my ears and they were unbelievably uncomfortable to wear.
For the money, these are the best earbuds I've ever owned, and I'd easily pay $20 for them. You won't be throwing your money away on these!
Very good sound in a small form factor August 15, 2008
I have tried various ear-bud headphones and I almost always get disappointed. These headphones are a very good exception. They have very good lows compare to others. They certainly blow away the headphones that come with the iPod Nano. They are comfortable to wear, even without the little sponges.
Good deal for earphones July 14, 2008
I also own a pair of Shure noise canceling earphones that I use for airplane trips. But those are too expensive to use for my clumsy workouts with my ipod, so I bought these as an alternative. Sound is much better than the Apple-issue white earphones and also an upgrade over similar JLab earphones I bought last year. The sound is richer and the bass is decent.
4 stars based on price/value.
 Quality is the best so far. The shape fit nicely into ear May 22, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
This product always be my first choice since i got one 5 years back.
The bass and treble is very clear and you will not regret on getting this.
 Decent for the price April 22, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I've had these for about 6 months and they've served their purpose. Decent sound quality, lightweight, and inexpensive. I never had a problem with them being uncomfortable, but they do tend to fall out from time to time when running/working out, which is the main purpose I have them. The real downfall for me was the short cord - if you have your desktop computer tower on the floor, don't expect to be able to reasonably plug them in and listen comfortably from your chair....or if you have your mp3 player in the wrong pocket the cord might not reach to your ears. Not to mention, they're malfunctioning now because of a broken wire probably that is causing one or the other speaker to cut out, so it's time for some new ones and I won't be getting these again. I guess you get what you pay for...
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