I wouldn't sport them out side, neither would I wear my ridiculously large Everglides, but I'd wear them in the house.
Can you kinda point out some headphones you have had and how these compare? I realize it wouldn't be any sort of real comparison but at least I'd get an idea of where they stand quality wise in the mix.
Oh Btw the way just to tell you the dragon on the side is not a dragon its the Union Lion... as seen on all current British passports
If it were a dragon which it is not, it would be welsh and not English
Better than iPod and most other earbuds; on par or on the higher end of your standard on-ear fare. They won't stand up against Sennheisers or perhaps Bose, if that's your thing, but they're solid for the price.
I just wanted to point something out. I have the Sennheiser HD212 Pro. It's a DJ set around the price of the iFrogz. I tested the frogs out today and they definitely sound better than the 212s. I kid you not. The Bose Triport OE blows it away, though.
But the Frogs at least sound muddier but the 212s sounded crackly. The Frogz win out.
Komete, if you are interested, here's what I can say. I currently own the following headsets/earphones, and I would rank them pretty much in this order (from worst to best):
Logitech Freepulse
Shure e2c
Apple stockbuds (iPod Nano 2G and up version)
Sony Ericsson in-ears
Sennheisder HD 212 Pro
Apple in-ears (1st gen)
Bose Triport IE
Vmoda Vibe
I would say these cans go above the Triport IE's and below the Vibe.
I've also had experience with a few other higher end headsets -- I'm actually trying to decide what my next headset is, I need a set of large cans and not earbuds.
The AudioTechnica M50, for instance, goes above the Vibe, as does the rest of the Bose range (Triport AE, OE, and QC2 and QC3), as does the AKG K142 HD.
I would really like to compare this set to the Skullcandy GI's, which are the closest Skullcandy set in its pricerange. Has anyone managed to compare? How about to the Skullcandy Ti's? The Ti's are considerably more expensive than the Frogz DJ set but I really want to know how they compare.
I wasn't planning on getting one of these funky looking headsets for my next pair but I am strongly considering them for the price. While other sets like the AKG, Audio Technica and Bose definitely sound better these are not so bad and are like less than half the price of those other options, they look really cool, and if you are going to use them with a portable player you may not be able to drive those higher end sets to their fullest.
A $30 CMoy will fix your power issue with higher-enders.
My current headphone stock consists of Sennheiser HD-280s for work, HD-650s for home, and Shure E500s for travel. The iFrogz cannot compare, and shouldn't - these are all multi-hundred-dollar cans.
I am exceedingly glad Mochan posted the lineup above for a fair comparison, and I fully agree with his assessment, as I wrote - the DJ Styles are much better than your standard headphone fare. Coupled with the price, they're very hard to beat for that arena.
For those interested in the EarPollution cans, I'll be honest and say we came across them by mistake. Due to a communication error, we received the EarPollution cans instead of the NervePipes which I tried at CES. It seems reasonable to assume the NervePipes will perform similarly to the EarPollution cans, but we aren't positive as to that assumption.
NervePipes would probably suit those of you looking for some thing less flashy as well as case moders looking to match peripherals to their rig. Being able to customize the look of the headphones is pretty baller IMHO.
I heard the Nervepipes are not as good as these ones, but I have yet to see for myself.
I wouldn't be surprised though as they are a class below these ones.
Anytime Snarkasm I just stumbled upon this site looking for a review on the frogs, and looking around I think I like this place. I just signed up for a regular account and will be hanging out here more.
That's a pretty sweet lineup you have btw. I'm no audiophile but I think give me another two years and I'll be sporting headsets in your class LOL. My biggest problem is availability, it's hard to get a lot of models hear especially higher end ones.
I'm a guy who really doesn't like Shure though. Some people are Bose bashers, I think I'm a Shure basher.
I'd ask but I've all but decided to get the Bose Triport OE's. For the life of me I don't get why so many audiophiles hate these cans and won't even give them a chance. Well actually I do understand: audiophiles and lot of other people who really work with sound prefer or are trained to look for a balanced neutral sound. Professionals such as musicians doing monitoring definitely need this to make sure the sound coming out is the way it is recorded.
Well thankfully I'm not, I'm just regular bass head. But man the Tripoets are something else, they're nice, warm and comfy and five a real satisfying sound. The bass is deep and powerful, but not overpowering. Meanwhile the rest of the sound comes out properly and in detail. I love em so much, I think I'll go out and buy them later after work. Heh!
Back on topic, I was thinking of getting the Frogz for my GF as a gift. The Union model as especially in her color. But when I took her to the shop she didn't like them because they were too massive! Sound was ok but she said they weren't exceptional: and they aren't, but we already knew that.
Well anyway I'll be around here for a bit. Thanks for the welcome.
The real reason most audiophiles dislike Bose is because most of their "sound quality" comes from software, not the hardware. Most Bose, if you open them up, have cones no better than $50 cans. Sennheisers and the like have much improved construction, silk tweeters, better drivers, higher quality components. My HD-650s are the single best investment I've ever made, and they terrify me. They're open-air, comfortable as hell, and I can turn them up to the MAX with crystal clear sound, no discomfort, and no pressure on my eardrums - which makes it just that much easier for me to really injure myself. It's quite a balancing act.
is it really possible to turn something like that powered properly without blowing your ears?! I turn my home speakers up but barring high impedance/low volume earphones like my old Dennheiser mx550 I would quit halfway before I turn any cans up. It just hurts my ears.
Anyway i'm getting my new hedphones later. I will probably want to write a review.
How goes one about that here? I have my own blog but sometimes it's nice to post somewhere else.
You can throw it in your IC blog and get it featured, or click the "Tech" link up at the top by your account button, which should throw you in the Wordpress composer and submit it for standard publishing that way.
Well I just got my pair of Bose Tri Ports. Man, I love these cans. I'm gonna let it burn in overnight and get with a review tomorrow. I also need to get home to test it with my Auzentech, anyway.
The one thing here I cant believe is that Komete gets through a pair of headphones a year????
How is that possible? I have had my Technics RPDJ 1200 over four years ago and they are still going strong. They did cost me £90 which I guess is about $130
Sound quality is amazing and I can vouch that if I had them turned up full my ears would be bleeding. I have had big time ringing before the day after a gig on too many occasions.
Indeed. The pair I had before were also Thechnics. I cant remember the model but I think they were these.
Cheap at £23 but again the sound quality is awsome. The only realson I got rid is because the plasic head band broke after I dropped them a couple of times. Id def recomend Technics gear to anyone
The Technics RPDJ 1200 are awesome cans. My friend at work has them and I listen to them whenever I go to his house. I love them, I'd compare the sound signature to the Audio Technica ATH M50, except they are a little crisper and cleaner and a little less bass heavy. The ones I listened to though are well-burned in, whereas the M50 I tried was a demo at a shop, so the final sound signature of the M50 might be different from what I know.
Thrax/Snarkasm, could you guys help me out with submitting the review? The Tech button up on the upper left next to "My Account" doesn't work for me (I do not have clearance for it) and I don't know how to request to feature a review.
I am a overboard music lover (house, dance, everything good) and I was looking for a good pair of headphones, with a decent pricetag! I am also slowly trying to get into small scale DJing! I originally new about the Aerial Tank headphones which I know is a choice for many DJs, however they are R900! Today I discovered the Ear Pollution Union headphones, which were quite appealing on the eye! They only carry a pricetag of R400 which is in my price range! So I was just wanting to see if you rate I would be satisfied with the Unions, or I need to spend the extra R500 and get the Tank headphones ?? Bearing in mind I enjoy explosive bass without the sound becoming crackly ! I know you can't compare the two, but I need help for my situation! Thanks peeps.
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My thoughts exactly, which isn't a huge problem because I love Skull Candy gear.
Can you kinda point out some headphones you have had and how these compare? I realize it wouldn't be any sort of real comparison but at least I'd get an idea of where they stand quality wise in the mix.
If it were a dragon which it is not, it would be welsh and not English
Good catch, Brit! Thanks, I'll update it.
But the Frogs at least sound muddier but the 212s sounded crackly. The Frogz win out.
Logitech Freepulse
Shure e2c
Apple stockbuds (iPod Nano 2G and up version)
Sony Ericsson in-ears
Sennheisder HD 212 Pro
Apple in-ears (1st gen)
Bose Triport IE
Vmoda Vibe
I would say these cans go above the Triport IE's and below the Vibe.
I've also had experience with a few other higher end headsets -- I'm actually trying to decide what my next headset is, I need a set of large cans and not earbuds.
The AudioTechnica M50, for instance, goes above the Vibe, as does the rest of the Bose range (Triport AE, OE, and QC2 and QC3), as does the AKG K142 HD.
I would really like to compare this set to the Skullcandy GI's, which are the closest Skullcandy set in its pricerange. Has anyone managed to compare? How about to the Skullcandy Ti's? The Ti's are considerably more expensive than the Frogz DJ set but I really want to know how they compare.
I wasn't planning on getting one of these funky looking headsets for my next pair but I am strongly considering them for the price. While other sets like the AKG, Audio Technica and Bose definitely sound better these are not so bad and are like less than half the price of those other options, they look really cool, and if you are going to use them with a portable player you may not be able to drive those higher end sets to their fullest.
My current headphone stock consists of Sennheiser HD-280s for work, HD-650s for home, and Shure E500s for travel. The iFrogz cannot compare, and shouldn't - these are all multi-hundred-dollar cans.
I am exceedingly glad Mochan posted the lineup above for a fair comparison, and I fully agree with his assessment, as I wrote - the DJ Styles are much better than your standard headphone fare. Coupled with the price, they're very hard to beat for that arena.
Thanks, Mochan!
NervePipes would probably suit those of you looking for some thing less flashy as well as case moders looking to match peripherals to their rig. Being able to customize the look of the headphones is pretty baller IMHO.
I wouldn't be surprised though as they are a class below these ones.
Anytime Snarkasm I just stumbled upon this site looking for a review on the frogs, and looking around I think I like this place. I just signed up for a regular account and will be hanging out here more.
That's a pretty sweet lineup you have btw. I'm no audiophile but I think give me another two years and I'll be sporting headsets in your class LOL. My biggest problem is availability, it's hard to get a lot of models hear especially higher end ones.
I'm a guy who really doesn't like Shure though. Some people are Bose bashers, I think I'm a Shure basher.
You have any questions about equipment, feel free to ask!
Well thankfully I'm not, I'm just regular bass head. But man the Tripoets are something else, they're nice, warm and comfy and five a real satisfying sound. The bass is deep and powerful, but not overpowering. Meanwhile the rest of the sound comes out properly and in detail. I love em so much, I think I'll go out and buy them later after work. Heh!
Back on topic, I was thinking of getting the Frogz for my GF as a gift. The Union model as especially in her color. But when I took her to the shop she didn't like them because they were too massive! Sound was ok but she said they weren't exceptional: and they aren't, but we already knew that.
Well anyway I'll be around here for a bit. Thanks for the welcome.
Plus we're all ridiculously snobby.
Anyway i'm getting my new hedphones later. I will probably want to write a review.
How goes one about that here? I have my own blog but sometimes it's nice to post somewhere else.
You can throw it in your IC blog and get it featured, or click the "Tech" link up at the top by your account button, which should throw you in the Wordpress composer and submit it for standard publishing that way.
Looking forward to it!
How is that possible? I have had my Technics RPDJ 1200 over four years ago and they are still going strong. They did cost me £90 which I guess is about $130
Sound quality is amazing and I can vouch that if I had them turned up full my ears would be bleeding. I have had big time ringing before the day after a gig on too many occasions.
Cheap at £23 but again the sound quality is awsome. The only realson I got rid is because the plasic head band broke after I dropped them a couple of times. Id def recomend Technics gear to anyone
Thrax/Snarkasm, could you guys help me out with submitting the review? The Tech button up on the upper left next to "My Account" doesn't work for me (I do not have clearance for it) and I don't know how to request to feature a review.
Thanks.
I am a overboard music lover (house, dance, everything good) and I was looking for a good pair of headphones, with a decent pricetag! I am also slowly trying to get into small scale DJing! I originally new about the Aerial Tank headphones which I know is a choice for many DJs, however they are R900! Today I discovered the Ear Pollution Union headphones, which were quite appealing on the eye! They only carry a pricetag of R400 which is in my price range! So I was just wanting to see if you rate I would be satisfied with the Unions, or I need to spend the extra R500 and get the Tank headphones ?? Bearing in mind I enjoy explosive bass without the sound becoming crackly ! I know you can't compare the two, but I need help for my situation! Thanks peeps.