Right now I’m listening to: Day N Hypnotize (Plies feat. Akon “Hypnotize” vs. Kid Cudi “Day N Nite (The Crookers Remix)”)

First off, the Oboes are not recommended for anyone with a big melon. I wouldn’t say I have a large head (physically), but after 40 minutes of wearing time, I could feel the pressure on my skull and hears. I could not see myself comfortably wearing these for more than an hour. Maybe your skull is thicker than mine, but these things are TIGHT (literally).

For the end user being someone like myself, music lover not maker, the Oboes are a decent bang  for your buck. An hour before trying the Oboes out I was at the gym where my Sony  MDR-V150’s seemed like they weren’t going to last as long as I did on the treadmill.

The fact that I was in a busy weight-banging joint compared to my 3^rd story empty apartment does weigh in on the decision, but in this comparison, WE > Sony.

Every factor of this review keeps coming back to the price. The sound is good….for the price. The style is good…for the price. Overall these headphones are not the end all be all, or the greatest thing since sliced bread, but they are good enough…for the price.

Unlike most consumer headphones, the Oboes have a DJ style, one ear cup cord rather than the two, it’s also nylon covered cord with a breaking point to add extenders if needed.

Available in multiple colors and co-branded artwork (with or without the steel mesh outer plates) the Oboes are good for anyone needing some fairly decent stylish headgear for under $80.

End User: Casual music lover, Commuter, Budget