Product is outstanding in construction quality and audio quality plus blocks out virtually all noise. I use it during workouts at the YMCA and it keeps the ambient noise to a minimum.

The headphones themselves are great, but the cord is thin and weak. My cord developed a short only a couple of months of use due to bending near the jack. Luckily, the cord is replaceable. So while I recommend buying them, be aware that you might have to pick up a new headphone extension cord if they get any more than light use.

I recently received my very first MP3 player as a gift, a Sandisk Sansa View. I don't like the type of earbuds they supply with it, so I started my quest for a good set of headphones. I tried a different type of earbuds first; the sound quality was great, but I was getting feedback when the cord hit my chest or if I tapped it with my finger. That and I could hear my breathing. It was like having my fingers in my ears. I want a pair of headphones that covers the whole ear to help muffle the ambient outside noise.

So, I went out and got a pair of these. I loved the way they looked and they were very comfortable, though I seem to have a smaller head than most people (ballcaps are generally big on me).

Most reviews I read on here emphasized how big the sound was and how loud they are. The sound was incredibly muffled for me, even after fiddling with equalizer settings, and I had to turn the volume up at least halfway for half-decent sound. Considering how much they muffle the outside noise, plus the fact I was in a quiet bedroom, that is unacceptable.

It was so disappointing, in fact, that I even think I might have just picked up a bad pair. I returned to the store to exchange them for a new pair, but ended up getting a pair of Sony MDR-V150 Monitor Series Headphones with Reversible Earcups instead. Half the price and better sound, but so uncomfortable that these will be going back to the store as well.

I may try another pair of the HESH headphones just to give Skullcandy the benefit of the doubt. Especially since a pair of earbuds I have by them have excellent sound. But for right now, my review stands at two stars.

These headphones are great! They have great sound quality, the cups block out outside noise very well, and they are comfortable to wear. The in-line volume control comes in handy and isn't too obtrusive so you won't really notice it too much. The only complaint I have is that the extender cable has a thick female jack which can be a little cumbersome, but that's nothing major since you can always get another extension if it annoys you that much.

Skullcandy makes these headphones; and they are far and away the best set of headphones I've ever had! Just one listen to my portable CD player through these and I was hooked for life. They are remarkably comfortable and they do an excellent job of blocking out all the noise from the room or wherever you may be.

The headphones have ear "cups" that at first may seem less than completely flexible. Don't worry--within one or two more listens and the ear cups conform perfectly to your ears. They fit relatively snugly without ever being uncomfortable. The headband is adjustable, too, so you can expand or contract the size of the headset.

Although these don't come with a warranty (at least where I bought them), you might not need one. They're very reliable and sturdy. Obviously, don't play football with these things; they can break and that somewhat short cord between the earphones and the plug into your equipment is perhaps a bit too short. As one reviewer suggests, you may want some sort of extension cord to rectify this minor inconvenience but that's probably all you're going to need.

In addition, these headphones have a small but easy to use feature: a small knob you can move back and forth with your fingertip to adjust the level of the sound independent of the portable CD player or whatever you're listening to. This impresses me as it makes the volume louder than the CD player might be able to go. Great!

Overall, I highly recommend these headphones. You can't go wrong.