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Philips SHE9850 In-Ear Headphones with Advanced Acoustics | 
 enlarge | Brand: Philips
Category: CE
List Price: $99.99
Buy New: $86.94
You Save: $13.05 (13%)
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Avg. Customer Rating:  25 reviews
Color: Black
Media: Electronics
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.7
Dimensions (in): 1.6 x 6.9 x 6.9
MPN: SHE9850/27
Model: SHE9850/27
UPC: 609585150270
EAN: 0609585150270
Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
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| Features:
| • | In-ear headphones made from soft flexi-grip silicon with slow-recovery foam sleeves | | • | Angled acoustic design slides into ear canal giving comfortable fit | | • | Designed with a high-definition transducer that gives a powerful crisp sound | | • | Impedance 12 ohm; Sensitivity 115dB; Maximum power input 3mW; Frequency range 20Hz-20Hz | | • | Includes sleek metal carrying case; cable measures 1.2m (approximately 4-feet) |
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Product Description
Crisp Detailed Transparent Sound; High-definition Transducer For Accurate Audio Reproduction; Precise Acoustic Tuning By Philips Ilab For Detailed Sound; Angled Acoustics Design Provides Exceptional Noise Isolation; Ergonomic Angled Acoustic Design Ensures A Natural Fit; Foam Sleeves Create A Tight Seal For Personalized Fit; Premium Metal Housing Offers Accurate Sound Transmission; Symmetrical Cables Come In Equal Lengths To Avoid Tangle; Durable Flexi-grip Makes A Strong Flexible Cable Connection; Includes 3 Sizes (s M L) Of Ultra-soft Silicon Caps Ensure An Ideal Fit; Includes Sleek Metal Carrying Case With Neat Cable Storage Solution;
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| Customer Reviews: Read 20 more reviews...
 Excellent In-ear Headphones at a Reasonable Price June 25, 2008
12 out of 14 found this review helpful
I'm always on a search for the best headphones and have tried many with varying results, all the way up to premium $300 sets. I cannot tolerate at all any type of in-ear headphone that is simply a plastic, hard ear bud, they are all far too large and uncomfortable (and generally lacking in sound quality as well) but I'm also not enough of an audiophile to really need the premium ones. My previous favorite set of headphones was the Shure E3C, which gave a great balance of comfort, sound quality and price. These go one better by offering even better comfort, stability and a lower price to boot.
Opening the box was a nice surprise...if like me you are tried of plastic that requires box cutters to get into you will appreciate the professional, quality packaging of the Philips SHE9850 which comes in a solid cardboard box that is easy to open and remove the components from. In addition to the headphones, you get 3 sizes of silicon ear buds and one set of memory foam sleeves. Also a clip for the cord, basic instructions and a nice metal carrying case. The case is a bit larger and heavier than most, but it is well designed, slides open easily and includes a spot to carry an extra set of ear buds. This is a welcome feature if like me you change them according to use. I prefer silicon for basic use, but the memory foam for more active use to stay in place better.
I was very pleased with the comfort and stability of these headphones. They are slightly angled to better insert into the ear canal and once in, I found they stayed very solidly in place when I moved around. I have very small ears, and often have comfort issues, these were some of the best I've tried so far.
Sound quality I found to be excellent. A little more response at the lower ranges would have improved it a bit, but overall I would rate them at least as good as the Shure's, and better for a lot of my music. The sound is very full and rich, and could compare with some headphones in the $200+ range. Noise reduction as well was excellent. These definitely are not headphones to wear if you need to hear any peripheral noise! I could barely hear my very noisy clothes washer while wearing these, which is the best test I could do without going on a plane trip.
Overall, these are the best headphones I've used at this price, and I'd recommend them highly. The only thing I wish it had was a mute button, but I've not yet seen a decent set of headphones that has one, so have just come to accept that it's not something easy to do reliably.
Are you an "innie" or an "outie"? July 3, 2008
8 out of 9 found this review helpful
Some people prefer their headphones outside of their ears, with comfortable ear cushions and other features, such as the Koss KTXPRO1 Titanium Portable Headphones with Volume Control. Others prefer wearing their headphones in the privacy of their own ears, with the added bonus of noise isolation.
There are good reasons for choosing either type depending on your personal preferences, such as comfort levels, where and when you're using them, what you're listening to, and whether or not you have to share with other people.
For general use at home, I use the regular "outie", especially for movies or music with inappropriate language that I'd rather not play in surround sound in the presence of young `uns. I also let my son use it when I'd rather not hear another note from the Jonas Brothers. However, in the wee hours of the morning when the only creature stirring is me, I prefer to use in-ear headphones, which shut out everything except the music.
At work, I hardly ever use headphones due to the telephone ringing off the hook, but at lunchtime I sometimes use the in-ear headphones for peace and quiet. I drive to work, so no headphones are needed for the daily commute.
This is a fairly expensive model, but it's worth every cent if you can safely use headphones that cut out most external noise.
Pros:
1.Really nice packaging, easy to open, simple instruction manual
2.Cool, sleek and compact black metal carrying case included, with a cleaning tool and cable clip as accessories.
3.It comes with three different sizes of rubber caps, and as Goldilocks might say, one is for ears that are big, one's for smaller ears, and one will no doubt be just right. Changing caps is simple too.
4.It also includes a pair of memory foam sleeves that fit so snugly in your ears that you may think they belong there.
5.The caps are washable, once you dry them properly before using them again.
6.The sound is marvelous, clear and true, and there's no need to raise the volume to sonic boom levels.
7.The headphones are clearly marked left and right, and are at an angle for easy insertion and a tight seal
8.Drastically cuts down on external noise
Cons:
1.Unless you're using it for an IPod or other portable device, the cord is too short.
2.May feel a bit weird for some people due to the superior noise isolation.
3.You may experience "ewwwwwwwwwww" moments when your friends grab them and try them on. These aren't for sharing.
4.Try saying "in-ear headphones" out loud six times
If you're looking for an excellent pair of (deep breath) in-ear headphones, I think you'll be pleased with this one.
Amanda Richards, July 2, 2008
 Great Value For An In-Ear Headphone July 16, 2008
5 out of 5 found this review helpful
Let me state up front that I prefer over-the-ear headphones, such as the Sennheiser 595s, as compared to any in-ear headphones in the two important categories of sound quality and comfort. (I will not even discuss earbuds, such as those that come with portable devices, since they are so poor at reproducing sound, that they remind me of listening to old transitor radios.) However, for travelling or other portable purposes, in-ear headphones are your best bet for good sound from portable devices.
I compared the Philips headphones to my Ultimate Ears Super.fi Pro 5 headphones, which like the Philips headphones, are the in-ear type and come with plastic and foam covers. I must have uncommon or misshapen inner ears, because neither the Philips nor the Ultimate Ears headphones work in my ears with any of the plastic covers. The headphones immediately fall out or do not provide a tight seal, which is the most important determinant of good sound with in-ear headphones. Only the foam covers (which are similar to the ones used by sleepers seeking to reduce ambient noise) seem to provide me with a tight lasting seal. However, I should mention that even when I use the foam covers with either brand, I cannot listen to music for more than an hour at a time, because I feel a distinct, unfomfortable inner ear pressure that is at times painful.
The UE headphones have two drivers as compared to the Philips's one. As a result, the sound quality of the UEs excels in all aspects: bass, midrange and highs, soundstage and detail, but the Philips were certainly acceptable in these categories. I was able to purchase my UEs from Amazon last year for $150.00. Now they are closer to $200, which makes the Philips headphones a good value.
I stronly recommend that those persons considering the Philips in-ear headphones attempt to use those of a very understanding friend who doesn't care about one's ear wax, since the inherent difficulty of in-ear headphones in achieving a tight seal for accurate sound reproduction and not creating inner ear pressure over an extending listening period are essential issues that one must consider before purchasing these headphones.
Philips has Done It RIGHT! June 26, 2008
4 out of 4 found this review helpful
Almost two years ago, I reviewed a great pair of ear buds made by Philips, the Philips HE591 Surround Sound Earbuds (Black), and for two years I've haven't found a better pair anywhere... until now. Phllips SHE9850 are the best in-ear headphones I have ever used. They are equal to, if not better than, Koss Pro-4AA Studio Quality Headphones which, to me, are one of the clearest and best sounding headphones ever made. Unfortunately, the PRO/4AA's were so tight around your ears, the blood circulation to your ears was cut-off after 15 minutes use.
As soon as you open the package and see the metal exterior of the case, the metal housing of the ear pieces, and the four different pairs of sleeves, you know you are going to experience something totally different. These are not "ear buds" by any stretch of the imagination. The four pairs of sleeves, three different size pairs made with soft flexigrip silicon and one pair made of memory foam, make it easier to have better sound at a lower volume, no matter how large or small you ear canal is. For me, the larger flexigrip silicon totally sealed-out all external noise. Wearing the memory foam ones allowed you to hear conversations of those around you along with what you are listening.
I have a drawer littered with earbuds/earphones ranging in price from $12.00 to over $150.00, and made by xTreme, Shure, Koss, Sony, Jensen, and, of course, my trusty Phillips HE591's. Most of these sound "tinny," without much bass tonal qualities. As with the Philips HE591's, I have found a great test for earphones is to hear the differences in sound when you change the equalizer setting on ones iPOD. With this one set of in-ear headphones you have at your disposal a different tonal quality for each setting, it can even duplicate the "tinny" sound of those higher priced brands I have tried, just in case that is your "cup of tea."
Other features of the SHE9850 are the heavier cord and the metal case housing. One thing different about the SHE9850's from the other Phillips model is that the cords for each channel are the same length, which I find easier to manage the cords, especially if you use the included cord "clip."
Are these in-ear headphones by Philips worth their price? Yes! I only wish I had a pair of these years ago. How much do I like them? I've bought a second pair already just in case I ever misplace the first pair.
Great sound and exceptional comfort June 25, 2008
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
These are perhaps the best in ear earphones I've ever used. They are lightweight, comfortable, stay in your ear, and offer great sound.
I've long ago ditched most earbud style earphones. They offer horrible sound, are uncomfortable, and never stay in your ear. These earphones address those issues with style, comfort, and great sound reproduction.
The mid and high range reproduction is crisp and clean without any noticeable distortion. Low range is somewhat lacking but is proberly above what most small earbud style headphones are.
They feature many great design features such as replaceable buds for the earpiece. There is small, medium, and large. There is also a set of memory foam that you can choose. This is good because as everyone's ears are different, most earpieces are not. This allows you to choose the fit of the earbuds to suit your own needs.
The part of the cable that plugs into your walkman, diskman, iPod or whatever is steel reinforced, which is nice as that is what usually breaks first on headphones. They also come with a steel carrying case to protect your headphones when not in use. They also have a cleaning tool to clean any nasty bits that may get into the canal of the phones.
All-in-all a great set of phones for the audiophile. They are lightweight, sound great, and most importantly, stay in your ear and are comfortable.
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