JBL C100SI vs Sennheiser CX 180 Street II

Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.

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The in-ear device is ultracompact and lightweight, with little or no interference with earrings, spectacles, hats, or hairstyles. It is inserted in the ear canal itself and blocks out a lot of environmental noise. It has stronger bass tones and is unlikely to fall out of the ear.

A straight plug is better when the jack is on the top or bottom of your player.

A long cable ensures more freedom of movement.

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With a detachable cable you can use alternative cables, and if the cable is pulled it will pop out instead of breaking.

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The device sits tightly in place, creating an acoustic seal which reduces background noise and prevents your music from leaking out.

The highest frequency at which device produces audio. The higher the high-frequency response, the clearer and crispier the treble.

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The lowest frequency at which the device produces audio. The lower the low-frequency response, the stronger and juicier the bass.

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Impedance is the device’s electrical resistance to the current being pushed through it. The lower the impedance, the easier it is to get higher volume and requires less power.

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Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source.

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More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.

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Wireless devices allow users more freedom of movement.

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A standard 3.5mm male connector is suitable for use with all MP3 players and computer sound cards.

A headset is one headphone or pair with a built-in microphone. Headsets can be used for applications which require communication i.e. Skype, games with voice chat, mobile phones etc.

Allows you to change ear pads without buying new ones.

There is a control panel on the cable, so you can easily operate the device without having to interact with it.

When covered under the manufacturer’s warranty it is possible to get a replacement in the case of a malfunction.

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