Koss “The Plug” Portable Headphones (colors vary)

May 13

Koss “The Plug” Portable Headphones (colors vary)

Binding: Electronics
ASIN: B00001P4XA
Manufacturer: Koss
Average Customer Review: (From 366 total reviews)
List Price: ~~$19.99~~
Amazon Price: $7.99 (32 new 1 used available)
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Features

16 to 23,000 Hz frequency response
Deep bass performance
4-foot cord

Accessories

Editorial Reviews

Product Description:
Koss The Plug is a stereo earbud for the discriminating listener. It delivers accurate acoustical reproduction and unbelievable isolation typically found in more expensive, closed-style stereophones. The Plug features a dynamic element that is positioned just outside the ear and connected to a tubular port structure that is inserted on a soft expandable cushion into the ear canal. The soft foam cushion expands for a custom fit to improve isolation and enhance deep bass and treble clarity.The Plug has special ear cushions made of hydrophilic, formed urethane, for a custom fit each and every time it is inserted into the listener’s ear. The custom fit enhances isolation when you want to plug out ambient sounds that interfere with the listening experience. The Plug delivers the full sound of Koss. Combined with your favorite music and a portable sound system, it is the ultimate accessory on the go. A mute switch on the cord provides connection to the outside world without having to un-plug.

Amazon.com Product Description:
Koss’s miniature portable earphone, affectionately dubbed “The Plug,” makes use of an ear-cushion material (similar to that used in sound-blocking earplugs) that slowly expands in your ear canal to provide a custom fit and maximum sonic isolation from external noises. A detachable, extrawide headband makes these Koss-termed “stereophones” easy to carry or store.

For accurate sound reproduction, these earbud-style headphones are made with oxygen-free copper voice coils and neodymium iron boron magnets. You can enjoy them with either a portable or home audio device, since both 0.125-inch and 0.25-inch adapter jacks are included.

“The Plug” weighs a mere quarter ounce and has a frequency response rated at an impressive 16 to 23,000 Hz (though its unlikely you’ll hear bass output anywhere close to what you’d get from a similarly rated loudspeaker!).

Impedance is 16 ohms, with less than a 0.3 percent distortion and reasonably high sensitivity of 112 dB SPL/1 mW.

Customer Reviews

Excellent Product by Ron v. M.
There are more expensive ear plugs but these work very well. I use them when I jog and while on the motorcycle.

Extremely Decent by Allison Martinez
The sound quality is pretty average, but the headphones are really great when it comes to sound-cancellation. You have to prefer the in-ear style of headphones, or these will bug you to death. All in all, a good deal for the money. I was looking for something to replace my iPod headphones, and a friend recommended these. I’m pretty happy with them.

Don’t expect much from it by Careful Driver
Works fine as a basic set of earphones. However, the one-size-fits-all foam earplug doesn’t quite fit right and pops out quite easily. Instead, move on and look for a set with rubber “caps” that they often ship with 2-3 different sizes - these fit better, stay put without fatiguing the ear.

Nice sound, but serious fallout by Thomas G. Guerin
These headphones are have great sound for the price, but are only good for casual wear. If you plan on doing any kind of exercise, don’t waste your money. The foam plugs didn’t come close expanding in my ears and continually loosened and fell out at the least amount of jarring. Go for Sennhauser or Sony headphones if you run. It’s worth the extra $20 and will save you a ton of time and frustration.

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