Creative MZ0365 EP-830 Noise Isolating Earphones
by Creative Labs
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Digital product summary information
Manufacturer: Creative LabsAudio: English (Original Language); French (Original Language)
Format: CD
Model: MZ0365
Product features:
- Top quality audio and superior styling, for private listening with MP3 and CD players
- Ergonomic design for hours of comfort
- Provided with silicone earbuds in three sizes for a perfect fit plus noise isolation
- Gold-plated plug for a pure music path; Travel pouch for protection on the move
- Driver Units: 9mm Neodymium magnet Frequency Response: 6Hz-23kHz Impedance: 16 ohms Sensitivity (1kHz): 106dB/mW Cord Length: 1.2m Oxygen-Free Copper cable Net Weight: 9g (without packaging)
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Digital camera reviews of Creative MZ0365 EP-830 Noise Isolating Earphones
Digital camera Review: Bad, Creative! Bad!
Summary: 2 Stars
I was the proud, happy owner of the Creative Zen Aurvana In-Ear Headphones. Sure, the wire had problems when you bumped it, but the comfort and sound were great.
When the left side started going bad after using them daily for over a year, I decided to get these cheaper earphones.
The first thing I noticed was that I couldn't get a decent fit with any of the three sizes. After owning these for a few months, I'm still not sure which is the best fit. The Aurvana smalls worked great for me, but they go deeper into the ear, and it seems that the large buds work better on the 830.
The second thing I noticed was that no matter which size I used, the bass was overpowering. With the Aurvana's there was a great balance between bass and treble, but with the EP-830's the treble is drowned out by the bass. After three months of using these, I'm getting used to the sound, but when I put the Aurvana's back in, the difference is noticed immediately.
The third thing is that if played a little loud, the person next to me can hear the music. That's no good if the person next to you is your wife who's trying to go to sleep. I'm not talking full blast, either.
The fourth thing is that they are not truly noise isolating. With the Aurvana's, people could walk up beside me, and I'd never know. If the TV was on, it wouldn't bother me in the least. But not with the EP-830's.
The fifth disappointment kind of shocked me: wind noise while walking inside the house! Just regular walking causes a very annoying whistle in my ears. (This has only happened with the medium buds, so I need to experiment with the small and large.)
The sixth disappointment, which was discovered soon after I first bought these...I can hear myself sing while wearing them. This is the worst of all. No one should have to suffer from hearing me sing, including me! (Okay, to be honest, I can hear myself sing with both earphones, but it seems amplified with the 850's.)
I'm sure that those who like a little more bass, probably would love these things, but if you like the full range of music in a song, you may want to check out something else.
Even with all of the complaints, I'm going to hang on to these a bit longer, especially since I can't stand the idea of throwing away $50. But I'll probably look for something else in a few months, and give these away.
Oh, yeah, one other thing: the buds collect lint.
Summary of Creative MZ0365 EP-830 Noise Isolating Earphones
Designed for lifelike music. Creative EP-830 In-ear Earphones combine top-quality components and ergonomic design for a truly musical experience. They come with soft silicone earbuds in three sizes, enabling you to enjoy maximum comfort with minimal outside distractions - great for travelling! Designed for use with MP3 and CD players, these in-ear earphones deliver `big' sound with impressive bass, thanks to the latest Creative audio engineering and premium drivers that use Neodymium magnets for the best performance. A handy travel pouch keeps them protected when you're on the move.Headphones
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