[Review] Feels Pro900 Single Balanced Armature IEM

Price: PHP 2,499.00 (~USD 60.00)

Specifications
Type: Closed, insert-type in-ear headphones/IEM
Frequency Range: 17 Hz – 22,000 Hz
Sensitivity: 110 dB SPL @ 1 kHz, 1 mW
Impedance: 32 ohms
Maximum Power Input: 20 mW
Driver: Single Full-range Balanced Armature
Cable Layout and Length: Symmetrical, 1.2 m
Estimated Noise Reduction: -20 dB

Pros:
Smooth, detailed and accurate sound
Bass is better than most single BA earphones
Good noise isolation
Very comfortable
Flexible eartips
Flat cable design minimizes tangles
Can be worn over the ear comfortably

Cons:
Bass still lacks impact for bass-heavy music
Very microphonic when worn with the wires down

Introduction
The Feels Pro900 is the first premium in-ear monitor from the South Korean headphone retailer and OEM manufacturer Feels (http://www.myphil.com). Boasting a single balanced armature driver from Knowles in each side, could the Pro900 deliver good sound comparable to more expensive models from Shure, Ultimate Ears and Sennheiser? Check out the full review!

[Review] iSimple SymPhone ISHP31 Active Noise Rejection Headphones

iSimple is one of the companies that specialize in car audio particularly in iPod connectivity solutions. As headphones are becoming more and more popular, iSimple jumped into the personal audio market. Rockford Fosgate and Kicker were car audio manufacturers but they also joined the personal audio bandwagon by introducing different types of headphones that mimic the sound signature of their car speakers. The iSimple ISHP31 SymPhone Active Noise Rejection Headphones is part of iSimple’s first foray into the portable headphone market. The series includes the in-ear earphones, earbud earphones, Bluetooth headphones, on-ear headphones, and this particular active noise canceller we are reviewing which is considered as the top-of-the-line model of the series.

For $150.00, will the ISHP31 win the hearts of travellers who would like to relax while flying but would not want to put a big hole to their wallets? This price is what consumers consider as the sweet spot when it comes to active noise cancelling headphones. It is where consumers expect a balance of performance and budget. This is also where most noise cancellers from manufacturers such as Sony, JVC, Philips and Audio-Technica compete. (Sennheiser, Bose, Denon and the other compete in a higher category. I’m not going to include Monster Beats even though they are of the same $300+ price –- those things are just overpriced.) So how do these noise cancellers perform? Check out the full review!

Manufacturer's Description

HIGH PERFORMANCE NOISE-CANCELLING HEADPHONES WITH SURROUND SOUND AND PSYCHOACOUSTIC BASS ENHANCEMENT
Designed specifically for music lovers, the iSimple SymPhone is an innovative noise-cancelling headphone system that comfortably isolates you from distractions and background noise, while offering a perfect harmony of deep bass, natural vocals, smooth mid tones and sharp highs you’ll have to hear for yourself to believe.

• Product Features Include:
• Phitek Active Noise Rejection (ANR) technology creates a pristine listening environment
• Noise reduction up to 18dB
• Soft, padded headphone cups for a great fit and maximum comfort
• 40mm dynamic Neodymium speakers
• Virtual stereo surround sound and psychoacoustic bass enhancement for amazing audio playback performance
• 3.5mm plug adaptors for dual-pin aircraft or 6.5-mm inputs

US MSRP: US$ 150.00