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AURIA LLC Exceed Earphones with XFit System for iPhone, iPhone 3G/3GS, iPod Touch, iPod Nano with Volume control, Microphone and Voice Control

(9 Customer Reviews)

Price: $27.67
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Technical Details

• Innovative XFit system keeps earphones comfortably in place even during rigorous activities
• Step-up to Exceed's premium audio with breathy vocals, delicate musical details and tight bass
• Sleek InLine control includes: volume control, function button, microphone and Voice control
• 4 sizes of ECO (Ear Canal Opening) rings work to fit individual ears
• 2 Pairs of swappable Personalizers included.

 

Product Details

Product Weight: 0.14 pounds

Shipping Weight: 0.10 pounds

Model: EXC3000W1/G1

Manufacturer: Auria LLC

 

Customer Reviews

better than the rest...,
by a.s., 2010-07-23

I bought these from a booth at the rock n roll marathon in Seattle. I was a little hesitant because I've tried a number of different earphones, but these ROCK!!!! They stay in my ear while running, they let me use my phone without having to take it out of my armband, and I can still feel safe because they let some outside sounds in. I love these earphones.

 

Poor quality,
by Nicholas Browning, 2010-07-13

I purchased these and within a few days noticed that the sound volume and quality varied depending on how I moved the 3.5 mm input on the iPhone. If I jiggled the wire, the volume would go up and down, and I had plenty of people asking me to speak up and then tell me I was yelling when I re-plugged in the headphones. I doubt the 90 degree bend and internal wiring is high-quality. For $30, I expect better.

 

They really stay in your ears!! And they're comfortable!,
by Karen M, 2010-07-03

I was skeptical, but I shook my head vigorously and they didn't budge. The normal Apple earphones hurt the inside of my ears AND fall out, but these fit in a way that doesn't irritate my ears at all. LOVE these earphones! And the sound quality is great. I opted for the Exceed version to get the convenience of the in line controls... easy access while running.

 

Comfortable, light, large, bass doesn't come through,
by J. Donaldson, 2010-06-02

I bought these primarily because I wanted to replace the Apple iPod Touch 3G earphones that didn't last long. I like the Apple earphones with the microphone, volume control, and control button in the cord. Sadly however my experience with Apple earphones is the sound quality deteriorates very quickly so I won't buy Apple replacements. These earphones were one of very few on the market with all the functionality of the Apple earphones.

To me they are quite comfortable and they do stay in my ears better than any others I've had. I used them today while shoveling in the garden and they stayed in place. The sound quality is good but as they are not tight against my ears (the main reason they are so comfortable) the bass doesn't transmit well. If I push them against my ears the bass is fine. I have the iPod Touch equalizer set to Bass Booster. I suppose it depends a lot on one's individual ear shape so this may just be my problem. I tried all four sets of "ECO" rings included and none improved this issue for me.

They are much larger than I expected them to be and I think they could be designed to be smaller and still provide he same stable comfort. I think they look a little obnoxious due to the size of the back which is almost 7/8" in diameter and 1 5/8" top to bottom. I don't find the Apple earphones to be uncomfortable and they are much smaller.

The slide volume and button share the same indentation so it is hard to find the button as it is recessed and smooth. It might benefit from a design change such as a point in the middle that might make it easier to feel. I worry that the slide volume will move by rubbing against my shirt but it doesn't seem to so far. The volume control could benefit from some sort of bump too as it is smooth and a little hard to locate without looking directly at it. If the control module was oval it would be easier to handle than round. Its difficult to figure out where the buttons are because the buttons blend in with the round shape.

I made a Skype call and the quality was good on both ends.

So as a replacement for the Apple earphones it does provide all of the functionality, they are comfortable, the sound quality is quite good save for the bass problem. The build quality is good and the cord seems to resist tangling. I stuffed them into my pocket and when I pulled them out they just fell open without a single tangle.

I would buy these again, if I couldn't find something better, and I think the $29 price tag is quite reasonable. I recommend them save for the little caveats mentioned above. I wish AURIA would offer another model without the fancy XFit system, smaller, with a few design adjustments - basically I'd like an Apple alternative.

One comment for those who already own these earphones, or for those who are purchasing: The earphones are marked Left and Right with an L and R on the outside. At a glance they look to be symmetrical but they aren't. It is important to have them on the correct ear or they won't stay in place as well.

Reading through my own review it seems I made a lot of negative comments but gave the item 4 stars which seems odd. I do think they are worth the 4 stars. I would just hope for a few small design adjustments.

 

Best Earphones ever!!,
by Avoa, 2010-05-24

I got the Exceed earphones for my first half marathon and I was super pleased with the comfort of the earplugs they fit so well that I cant barely feel them; I also love that I can personalized them to match with my running outfits =) Great, great product, I highly recommend it!! AURIA LLC Exceed Earphones with XFit System for iPhone, iPhone 3G/3GS, iPod Touch, iPod Nano with Volume control, Microphone and Voice Control