Bulky headphones back in vogue with The Grande and Stiloso

By Andrew | March 28, 2008

Ever since the earphones and earbuds came into action, the good old, big and bulky headphones took a backseat, with only the call center execs or the grooving DJs are usually spotted wearing them. But it seems the headphones from the bygone era are nearing the revival stage
Check out the latest creations from the house of UrbanOutfitters and you’ll know what I am saying. They have deigned 2 chunky pairs of “Bulky” headphones, which bring back to life the old days of retro times. They are jazzy, they are colorfull and yes they are loud as well, both in terms of sound as well as looks.
Yes, you got be actually daring to sport one of the Grande or Stiloso headphones that come bathed in electrifying colours like neon pink, green color or black, with a light coiled cord that can be attached to your cell phone as well. Now, flaunting these headphones in out with your cell phone demands an extra dose of adventure. So now you can take calls even while listening music on your cell phone. for less bulk and they have the ability to use this with your cell phone for picking up and hanging up calls while listening to music on your cell phone.
Price: The Grande retails, $70 and The Stiloso retails for $52

Via: Chipchic

Magnified Earphones: 500XL!

By Andrew | January 24, 2008

No this is what I call BIG! And also different! Bonsai versions of bigger objects have always caught everybody’s attention for their cuteness, but rarel do we fin the enlarged versions of tiny things…that too rarely enlarged objects like a earphone’s earbuds. And when I say big, I actually mean BIG.
Check out these magnified versions earbuds. These are no less than 500 times bigger than your usual earplugs. Now don’t think that we’ll ask you to stuff them into your ear to enjoy your music. But, the 500XL earbuds when kept and connected to your laptop’s USB port will work as live sized speakers. 
The unique speakers come with a built in amp and a 3-way power, which means they can work on batteries, connected to your PC and also plugged into the wall with a normal power supply.
Now this is what I call a multipurpose thingy that’s innovative and unique too.
Though no info is available about the price, but I won’t mind spending if the deal is so unique what say?

Via: Uberreview

EarPhones get a wooden avataar

By Andrew | December 28, 2007

If you are looking out for a headphone that’s not just good in quality but great in looks too….the all new wooden version from JVC is apt thing for you.

The HP-FX500 offers an enhanced audio quality with a weight as light as 7.5 grams and an eco-friendly design.

Specifications: 100dB/1mW, from 8Hz to 25kHz @ 16Ω
Price: 15.000 Yen in Japan (100€ more or less).

Via: Akihabara