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Sennheiser HD 580
Review date: 07/16/2003
"Overall, the Sennheiser HD580s perform superbly, and produce absolutely beautiful, balanced, and spatial sound."

MPIO DMK 128MB
Review date: 03/07/2003
"Because of its small size, great design and good sound, we give the MPIO-DMK our coveted Editors Choice award."

Sennheiser HD800
Review date: 09/23/2009
"Uncompromising design standards have produced a truly outstanding product in Sennheiser's HD800 headphones."

Apple iPod nano 8GB
Review date: 11/01/2007
"The 3rd generation iPod nano is one of the most enticing iPods Apple has ever produced."

Ultimate Ears Super.fi 5 Pro
Review date: 02/20/2007
"The Ultimate Ears Super.fi 5 Pro headphones are the best canalphones we have had the chance to audition to date."

Apple iPod nano 8GB
Review date: 09/14/2006
"The new design is a refreshing change from the scratch-prone and fingerprint-attracting construction of the original iPod nano."

Apple iPod nano 4GB
Review date: 09/14/2006
"The new design is a refreshing change from the scratch-prone and fingerprint-attracting construction of the original iPod nano."

Apple iPod nano 2GB
Review date: 09/14/2006
"The new design is a refreshing change from the scratch-prone and fingerprint-attracting construction of the original iPod nano."

Audioengine 5
Review date: 09/10/2006
"The Audioengine 5 speakers simply rock. When properly set up, the A5's provide crisp, powerful, life-like audio."

Nike+iPod Sport Kit
Review date: 07/23/2006
"Nike and Apple have created an absolutely fantastic product"

Shure E3G
Review date: 01/01/2006
"Shure has listened to the consumers and crafted some of the best canalphones we have had the pleasure of auditioning."

Koss KSC75
Review date: 09/12/2005
"If you are looking for a great set of headphones for use with your laptop or MP3 player, you can't go wrong with the KSC-75s."

Apple iPod photo 60GB
Review date: 01/31/2005
"Most of our test MP3s were encoded at 320Kbps and sounded far superior to similar iRiver products."

Apple iPod Mini 4GB
Review date: 07/26/2004
"...the iPod mini easily outdoes all other portable audio players on the market in terms of style and quality."

Contour Design's Showcase
Review date: 12/29/2003
"If you are looking to lessen the wear and tear, add stylish protection, preserve the beauty of your iPod, then Showcase it!"

iRiver SlimX iMP-550
Review date: 10/20/2003
"The SlimX 550 is packed with great features, great build quality and ease of use."

Samsung Yepp YP-55V
Review date: 09/02/2003
"The YP55V is certainly one of the most fully featured MP3 players on the market."

iRiver iMP-400 SlimX
Review date: 05/26/2003
"The SlimX 400 is not only one of the best CD players on the market, but it is also better than most stand alone MP3 players."

iRiver SlimX 350
Review date: 03/06/2003
"The iRiver SlimX is a fantastic MP3 CD player at an unbelievable price."

SanDisk Sansa Clip+
Review date: 08/31/2009
"SanDisk's Clip is truly the people's MP3 player"

Audio-Technica ATH-ANC7b
Review date: 08/06/2009
"True audiophile quality sound and effective noise cancelling don't usually come in the same box..."

Klipsch Image S4
Review date: 07/06/2009
"Klipsch strikes a winning balance with the Image S4..."

Apple iPod Touch 2G 16GB
Review date: 10/21/2008
"Apple's refinements to the iPod Touch make it one of the slickest, most impressive media players on the market today."

Apple iPod Touch 2G 8GB
Review date: 10/21/2008
"Apple's refinements to the iPod Touch make it one of the slickest, most impressive media players on the market today."

Apple iPod Touch 2G 32GB
Review date: 10/21/2008
"Apple's refinements to the iPod Touch make it one of the slickest, most impressive media players on the market today."

Sony MDR-AS50G
Review date: 05/19/2008
"...the AS50G's stand out with their low price and their ability to stay in your ears no matter how hard you sweat to the oldies."

Klipsch Image
Review date: 02/13/2008
"The world's smallest earbuds prove that less costs more, but these smartly designed cans are worth it."

Apple iPod Touch 8GB
Review date: 12/02/2007
"The iPod touch is one of the hottest items of the year..."

Apple iPod Touch 16GB
Review date: 12/02/2007
"The iPod touch is one of the hottest items of the year..."

mStation 2.1 Stereo Tower
Review date: 11/19/2007
"The mStation 2.1 Stereo Tower is a ridiculously good-sounding iPod audio system."

Shure SE310
Review date: 10/23/2007
"The Shure SE310s are the best single-driver canalphones we have auditioned to date."

Pioneer SE-A1000
Review date: 05/14/2007
"The Pioneer SE-A1000 headphones sound amazing and in some cases seem to bring an entirely new physical dimension to audio."

Samsung YP-T9 2GB
Review date: 01/30/2007
"People love to throw around the term “iPod killer”, and if ever there was an iPod nano killer, the Samsung T9 is it."

Samsung YP-T9 4GB
Review date: 01/30/2007
"People love to throw around the term “iPod killer”, and if ever there was an iPod nano killer, the Samsung T9 is it."

Toshiba Gigabeat S MES30VW
Review date: 09/18/2006
"Gigabeat S has a stellar display, idiotproof interface and broad compatibility with the Windows PlaysForSure universe."

180s Tek Fleece by JVC
Review date: 01/18/2006
"For the price point, comfort, and practicality, the 180s Tek Fleece ear warmers are an excellent choice."

Apple iPod nano 4GB
Review date: 09/14/2005
"The Apple iPod nano is nothing short of remarkable."

Apple iPod nano 2GB
Review date: 09/14/2005
"The Apple iPod nano is nothing short of remarkable."

Sennheiser RS130
Review date: 05/08/2005
"The Sennheiser RS-130s are a simple, practical, and truly functional pair of headphones."

Kanto SYD 5
Review date: 11/05/2009
"The SYD 5 is one of the best sounding iPod speaker docks that we've had the pleasure of testing. "

Bose QuietComfort 15
Review date: 09/30/2009
"You'll be more than happy with the QC15's performance should you choose to shell out for it."

Microsoft Zune HD 16GB
Review date: 09/15/2009
"The Zune HD is an extremely refined personal media player and should be the video junkie's player of choice."

Microsoft Zune HD 32GB
Review date: 09/15/2009
"The Zune HD is an extremely refined personal media player and should be the video junkie's player of choice."

Phiaton Moderna MS 400
Review date: 07/23/2009
"They sound as good as their seductive good looks suggest, seamlessly coupling innovative style with jaw-dropping sound."

Jays v-Jays Headphones
Review date: 07/15/2009
"Ditch the wannabe earmuffs and grab a pair of these powerful welterweight champs."

Microsoft Zune 120GB
Review date: 02/19/2009
"As a piece of hardware, it's easy to dismiss the Zune as yet another iPod wannabe..."

Ultrasone HFI-580
Review date: 06/09/2008
"The Ultrasone HFI-580's are impressively accurate-sounding for closed-backed headphones."

Samsung P2 4GB
Review date: 12/27/2007
"...this is a truly awesome player, even without WiFi, thanks to top-notch sound, attractive styling, and an effective touchscreen."

Bowers & Wilkins Zeppelin
Review date: 11/08/2007
"If you're going to listen to an iPod at home, this is the way to do it."

Wi-Gear iMuffs MB210
Review date: 10/18/2007
"The iMuffs are easily the best sounding Bluetooth headphones we've ever used."

Apple iPod Classic (80GB)
Review date: 09/12/2007
"If you are a current 5G iPod owner and don't need additional space, there is no compelling reason to upgrade."

Apple iPod Classic (160GB)
Review date: 09/12/2007
"If you are a current 5G iPod owner and don't need additional space, there is no compelling reason to upgrade."

Callpod Chargepod
Review date: 08/16/2007
"It gives a centralized location for refueling all your portable devices and it dramatically cuts down on charging cable clutter."

XtremeMac Tango
Review date: 04/20/2007
"In most cases, the Tango sounded as good as or better than the much more expensive iPod Hi-Fi."

Sony Altus MDR-D777LP
Review date: 12/26/2006
"Though some might argue the sticker price is a little high, the sleek styling and strong build quality make up for it."

iPod shuffle 1GB
Review date: 11/02/2006
"With the new Shuffle, the dollar-to-fun ratio is heavily stacked in the consumer's favor."

JBL Radial
Review date: 10/08/2006
"The Radial never fails to impress with its powerful sound and it can handle any genre of music thrown at it."

Pioneer Inno
Review date: 08/07/2006
"I sure like the idea of being able to have my favorite XM channels with me wherever I go."

Sennheiser HD435
Review date: 05/17/2006
"Anyone looking for a good set of sub-$100 headphones should definitely consider the HD435."

JVC SU-DH1
Review date: 04/30/2006
"You'll now be able to experience audio in a different way with 5.1 Surround and high-quality audio."

Apple iPod Video 60GB
Review date: 10/19/2005
"Apple stays true to their design heritage with the new iPod."

Apple iPod Video 30GB
Review date: 10/19/2005
"Apple stays true to their design heritage with the new iPod."

Creative Labs Zen Nano Plus (1GB)
Review date: 10/18/2005
"The Creative Nano packs a ton of features in an incredibly tiny MP3 player."

Creative Labs Zen Nano Plus 512MB
Review date: 10/18/2005
"The Creative Nano packs a ton of features in an incredibly tiny MP3 player."

Cowon iAudio X5 20GB
Review date: 10/06/2005
"...buy the X5 for its true calling — high quality audio."

Bose SoundDock
Review date: 07/06/2005
"In the sound quality category, the SoundDock comes out on top."

Etymotic ER-6i
Review date: 04/05/2005
"The sound quality is top notch whether used with an iPod or any other audio device."

Bose QuietComfort 2
Review date: 01/24/2005
"The noise canceling performance was outright excellent."

Archos Gmini 400
Review date: 11/14/2004
"Overall, the Gmini400 is a cool device which will draw attention when you pull it out of your pocket."

Pioneer SE-XB1
Review date: 10/10/2004
"The XB1 is an all around excellent product that really shows off the potential of Dolby headphone technology."

Samsung Yepp YP-T5V
Review date: 07/28/2004
"At around $150, the YP-T5V is a very good value."

MSI MEGA Player 515
Review date: 05/26/2004
"The engineering creativity of the Mega Player 515 is top-notch with the OLED display and integrated lithium-ion battery..."

Jens of Sweden MP-300
Review date: 05/03/2004
"The Jens of Sweden MP-300 is a classy player that not only looks good, but also sounds very good"

Shure E3C Earphones
Review date: 03/06/2004
"The responsiveness is excellent, proving that the “High Energy Microspeaker” present in the E3C lives up to its name."

Digitalway MPIO FL100 256MB
Review date: 01/28/2004
"It is nearly impossible to understand how small the FL 100 is until it is seen and held in your hand."

Shure E2C Canal Phones
Review date: 07/20/2003
"The E2C's isolation is absolutely superb for when you want to get lost in the music."

Koss KSC-35
Review date: 07/14/2003
"At $35 these headphones are a steal, even if only to replace the earbuds included in nearly every portable player"

Apple iPod 5GB
Review date: 04/01/2003
"It is your choice whether you want to use it as a portable MP3 player or just another portable hard drive."

Klipsch iGroove SXT
Review date: 10/13/2009
"Despite its deceivingly small stature and light weight, the iGroove delivers great fidelity at impressive volumes. "

Aiaiai Pipe
Review date: 07/13/2009
"Aiaiai delivers a pair of earbuds that look better, fit better, and a sound ever-so-slightly better, to our ears..."

Cowon O2 8GB
Review date: 12/15/2008
"Cowon's O2 is a strong digital media player with a couple of curious omissions."

Apple iPod Nano 8GB (4G)
Review date: 09/22/2008
"Apple's latest iPod nano continues to loom over the heads of its competitors..."

Apple iPod Nano 16GB
Review date: 09/22/2008
"Apple's latest iPod nano continues to loom over the heads of its competitors..."

Philips SHE9850
Review date: 06/06/2008
"...most buyers will find the SHE9850's audio quality and comfort welcome..."

Etymotic hf2
Review date: 05/08/2008
"As you'd expect from a company that designs hearing aids, Etymotic put a lot of effort into call quality."

Sony MDR-NC500D
Review date: 03/03/2008
"Sony did a bang-up job with the MDR-NC500D."

Cowon A3 60GB
Review date: 02/19/2008
"The A3's main rivals are the Archos 605 WiFi and the Creative Zen Vision:W, and the A3 trumps them both in most respects."

Microsoft Zune 8GB
Review date: 11/13/2007
"The new 8GB Zune Red is a sexy little MP3 player - certainly better than many competitive players on the market."

Vers 2X
Review date: 10/07/2007
"With countless plastic iPod speakers littering retail shelves across the planet, it's refreshing to find a quality speaker system."

mStation 2.1 Stereo Orb
Review date: 10/03/2007
"The mStation 2.1 Stereo Orb-U is a fun little iPod speaker system..."

Griffin PowerJolt for iPhone
Review date: 09/13/2007
"The Griffin PowerJolt is a handy way to keep your iPhone or iPod charged while on the road."

SanDisk Sansa Connect (4GB)
Review date: 06/11/2007
"The Sansa Connect is a great MP3 player, especially for folks looking for a subscription-based, iTunes-free experience."

Sennheiser MX 90VC
Review date: 01/08/2007
"Sennheiser has re-invented the ear bud with their “Twist to Fit” design found in the MX 90VC."

Sennheiser CX300
Review date: 11/13/2006
"...clocking in at half the price, and with unmatched comfort, the CX300 comes out on top for value."

JBL OnStage II
Review date: 03/30/2006
"You'll have a great listening experience using the OnStage II in your home."

Philips ShoqBox PSS110
Review date: 07/25/2005
"Philips has come up with a clever little device that makes a great travel companion."

Pioneer AirWare XM2Go
Review date: 06/28/2005
"The Pioneer AirWare is a cool accessory for an XM junkie."

Samsung YH-820
Review date: 06/22/2005
"The Samsung YH-820 has a lot going for it, a simple to use interface, attractive looks and good audio fidelity."

Beats by Dre Tour
Review date: 07/31/2009
"Monster's Beats by Dre Tour in-ear headphones put back the bass that went missing when boom boxes gave way to iPods."

AIAIAI Y-com
Review date: 07/06/2009
"For those who dig the off-beat style of the Y-com, there are few substitutes that can create quite the same impression..."

Shure SE115
Review date: 05/13/2009
"Shure's SE115 is a decent set of headphones, and most will appreciate the quality for the price."

Sansa SlotMusic Player
Review date: 10/28/2008
"SanDisk's Sansa slotMusic makes a fine budget MP3 player for those who don't want to put much effort into their music."

Creative Zen X-Fi 8GB
Review date: 09/11/2008
"If maximum flash storage for the dollar is what you're after, this is a good choice..."

Creative Zen X-Fi 16GB
Review date: 09/11/2008
"If maximum flash storage for the dollar is what you're after, this is a good choice..."

Creative Zen X-Fi 32GB
Review date: 09/11/2008
"If maximum flash storage for the dollar is what you're after, this is a good choice..."

Ultimate Ears super.fi 5
Review date: 08/26/2008
"The super.fi 5's are a good-looking set of headphones best-suited to casual listening..."

Monster Beats by Dr. Dre
Review date: 08/20/2008
"These headphones look and sound very good..."

Microsoft Zune 80GB
Review date: 05/23/2008
"The Zune really is a sexy gadget, but its lack of widespread adoption and limited wireless features holds it back in a big way."

Archos 705 WiFi 160GB
Review date: 05/05/2008
"Out of the box, the 705 isn't sure what its core feature is..."

Audio-Technica ATH-ANC3
Review date: 04/04/2008
"We like the fact that the headphones play audio even when the battery runs out."

Creative Aurvana Live
Review date: 04/01/2008
"...the Aurvana Live are worthy cans, with very good comfort and well-balanced tone at a reasonable price."

XtremeMac Luna
Review date: 06/19/2007
"With its unique design, the Luna looks, functions and sounds better than most other clock/radio systems available on the market."

Creative ZEN Stone
Review date: 06/03/2007
"This player will serve especially well for those on a limited budget or those who desire something simple..."

TrekStor vibez 8GB
Review date: 04/02/2007
"Even with the stock headphones, the vibez produced great sounding audio."

TrekStor vibez 12GB
Review date: 04/02/2007
"Even with the stock headphones, the vibez produced great sounding audio."

Logitech FreePulse Wireless Headphones
Review date: 02/05/2007
"...the FreePulse wireless headphones are a viable alternative to wired headphones for general, everyday use."

JBL On Time
Review date: 09/06/2006
"JBL's On Time is a hybrid alarm clock/iPod Dock that can crank out tunes all day long without missing a beat."

Music Gremlin MG-1000
Review date: 06/20/2006
"I like this product a lot. Finally, an MP3 (and WMA) player has come along offering a compelling alternative to the iPod."

Bose TriPort
Review date: 02/26/2006
"The Bose Triport headphones offer a healthy mix between lightweight portability and superb comfort."

SDI iHome iH5
Review date: 01/16/2006
"The SDI iHome iH5r alarm clock is a good first attempt at bridging the iPod-alarm clock gap."

Dream'eo Enza 20GB
Review date: 12/06/2005
"Video playback, like digital photos, was of good quality ..."

Creative Labs Zen Vision 30GB
Review date: 10/02/2005
"The bottom line is that the Zen Vision is undoubtedly, a very cool product"

iRiver H10
Review date: 02/10/2005
"The overall usability of the H10 is second to none."

Creative Labs Zen Micro 5GB
Review date: 01/23/2005
"The Zen Micro by Creative Labs is arguably the best looking iPod clone on the market."

MSI Mega Player 516
Review date: 10/28/2004
"Priced at under $150 dollars, the Mega 516 is a great value for the non-audiophile user."

Sony HMP-A1 Media Player
Review date: 09/08/2004
"Operation of the A1 is so simple that many intermediate or power users may even be discouraged by its use."

MSI Megastick 1
Review date: 04/11/2004
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Mpio FY200 256MB
Review date: 03/15/2004
"The quality of the player and the headphones are clearly above average, but the execution of everything else falls short."

Mpio FY200 128MB
Review date: 01/04/2004
"The quality of the player and the headphones are clearly above average, but the execution of everything else falls short."

CyQ've Walkie Music MP3 Deluxe
Review date: 03/04/2003
"What makes the WalkieMusic MP3 Deluxe unique is its use of 8cm CD-ROMs for playback..."

Sennheiser HD 438
Review date: 10/06/2009
"The Sennheiser HD 438 headphones aren't all that pretty, but certainly pack a punch. "

Phiaton Primal PS 200
Review date: 08/04/2009
"Be aware that the price tag definitely outshines the strictly incremental increase in sound quality."

Apple iPod Shuffle 3G
Review date: 03/23/2009
"Apple advances style at the expense of its other guiding principle: ease of use."

Slacker G2 (4GB)
Review date: 11/03/2008
"The G2 offers a unique solution for owners who don't want to be bothered by constantly refreshing their music manually."

Mint 220 Wireless Digital Music Station
Review date: 08/14/2008
"Mint hasn't bothered to throw much else into this otherwise remarkable speaker system, and the final price doesn't reflect that."

Boynq Sabre
Review date: 10/17/2007
"The Sabre seems more appropriate for small spaces like dorms, studio apartments, office cubicles, etc"

Altec Lansing AHP612
Review date: 08/01/2006
"Getting past the price, the overall design and functionality of this product is mixed."

Audio-Technica ATH-FC700
Review date: 10/14/2009
"Drawbacks like clumsy design and aggressive high-frequency performance give us pause when considering a recommendation."

Nextar T30
Review date: 06/30/2008
"...the T30 could be a good travel PMP that, if lost, wouldn't mean the end of the world."

XtremeMac Tango X2
Review date: 04/30/2008
"The Tango X2 feels like a speaker system that's been rushed to market and meant to play off its forerunner's success."

Cowon Q5W
Review date: 01/28/2008
"The bottom line is that the Cowon Q5W is more expensive and more complicated than it ought to be."

Dice Electronics iTPA-220
Review date: 09/26/2007
"If you want a truly exciting audio experience from high-quality hardware, take your three Benjamins on a trip to Audioengine."

Toshiba Gigabeat F20
Review date: 07/05/2005
"... the Gigabeat doesn't give Apple a run for its money with this generation of product."

Griffin radioSHARK
Review date: 06/29/2005
"Rarely do we see a product that we simultaneously love and hate, but radioSHARK is one of these products."

Apple iPod Shuffle (512MB)
Review date: 03/15/2005
"Apple's iPod Shuffle is an audio player meant for anyone that wants a single purpose; to simply play music."

MSI Megastick 256MB
Review date: 04/12/2004
"Menu navigation is very easy to use, but different than players we have seen from the likes of iRiver and Digital Way (MPIO)."

Neuros 20GB Backpack
Review date: 01/30/2004
"What makes the Neuros stand out from other portable music players is the fact that it can broadcast music to any FM tuner."

Grado SR125
Review date: 08/12/2003
"The Grado SR125s provide the best rock, acoustic, and vocal quality we have heard, but suffer in most electronic categories."

iRock 530
Review date: 05/04/2003
"The iRock 530 is another addition to the fast growing portable audio device world, hoping to make an impact with its design..."

SanDisk Sansa SlotRadio
Review date: 04/17/2009
"Even casual music fans who enjoy Billboard hits should save their cash and stick to FM radio."

Microsoft Zune
Review date: 11/27/2006
"The Microsoft Zune is one of those products that you will want to avoid at all costs; at least this first generation."

Kerchoonz K-box
Review date: 09/08/2009
"While the K-box is an interesting concept, producing great audio requires more than just innovative technology alone."

Philips KEY003
Review date: 11/18/2003
"This 64MB music player ultimately achieves its goals, but sacrifices some pretty basic functions in the process."

Freestyle Audio Fusion DMP 512
Review date: 08/10/2007
"If I was given one of these MP3 players as a gift, I would likely feel offended..."