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Philips SHS420 headphones

Date Published: 9/20/05

Earbuds have become pretty standard fare, with one pair looking like just about any other. However, Philips bucks the trend with its SHS420 earbuds, which employ a unique and comfortable way of securing the buds to the ears.

The SHS420 earbuds use the audio cable to "lasso" around the ears, taking the force of gravity out of play and letting listeners control the cable tension. The lasso design can be left loose for casual listening, or it can be tightened to a snug and secure fit for more active situations. The design reduces the uncomfortable pressure that clip-on earbuds induce, as the pressure is distributed around the backs of the ears, which are less sensitive.

The SHS420 use tiny yet powerful 15mm drivers that provide a solid, clear sound. There isn't a massive amount of bass, but the higher frequencies come through quite well. The Philips SHS420 earbuds are an affordable and innovative way to upgrade headphones included with portable audio players or replace a lost or destroyed set of headphones.

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