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[Finaj]

Hey there. Coming to the conclusion (perhaps a little too late) that Apple headphones have terrible build/audio quality, so I'm looking for quality wired earphones (not buds) that I can fit in my pocket and that I can use while to work out/go running.

I'm asking gaf as I don't have much knowledge when it comes to audio devices.

As far as price goes, let's say anything under $50.

 

[Lo-Volt]

Consider these? Not pocketable but they seem to check the rest of your list.

 

[muu]

Koss KSC-75 is your answer

https://smile.amazon.com/Koss-KSC75-Portable-Stereophone-Headphones/dp/B0006B486K

 

[super-famicom]

For running, I use the MEElectronics M6. Inexpensive, decent enough sound quality for the price, and stays secure on my ears. I put Comply tips on them for extra comfort.

MEElectronics M6 (Basic)
MEElectronics M6 Pro
compatible Comply tips

I use Smile Amazon to donate to charity, so those links might look like referrals. You can just do an Amazon search for those products if you want.

We also have a Headphone OT (also covers IEMs) with some very helpful posters: http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1029724

 

[Summer Haze]

Check out Sennheiser HD202 headphones.

Best cheap headphones I've ever owned. Lasted me 5 years and that's only because I gave them away.

 

[wanders]

For running, I use the MEElectronics M6. Inexpensive, decent enough sound quality for the price, and stays secure on my ears. I put Comply tips on them for extra comfort.

MEElectronics M6 (Basic)
MEElectronics M6 Pro
compatible Comply tips

I use Smile Amazon to donate to charity, so those links might look like referrals. You can just do an Amazon search for those products if you want.

We also have a Headphone OT (also covers IEMs) with some very helpful posters: http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?t=1029724

These are buds

 

[super-famicom]

These are buds

They are IEMs. You insert them into your ear and make sure they have a good seal.

Earbuds look like this, and don't form a seal.

 

[kaiju]

AmazonBasics are great, nice sound quality and comfortable. Cheap and the Amazon replacement guarantee can't be beat.

 

[Finaj]

Thanks for the recommendations so far. I'd love to use buds, but they feel so uncomfortable and never seem to fit regardless of the size.

Unfortunately they are the overwhelming majority of small, light earphones these days.

 

[super-famicom]

Thanks for the recommendations so far. I'd love to use buds, but they feel so uncomfortable and never seem to fit regardless of the size.

Unfortunately they are the overwhelming majority of small, light earphones these days.

With IEMs, you can get different size tips that may help with the comfort. But if you definitely don't want to put anything into your ear, then I'd say go with the Koss KSC-75 or even PortaPros.

 

[Hari Seldon]

Honestly the apple buds are the best buds I have encountered. If you want better you have to go to IEMs or traditional over the ear style. I would also love apple style buds, but better. IEMs are no good for running imo, I need to be able to hear shit and don't want isolation. And you can't fall asleep with IEMs in either.

 

[super-famicom]

Honestly the apple buds are the best buds I have encountered. If you want better you have to go to IEMs or traditional over the ear style. I would also love apple style buds, but better. IEMs are no good for running imo, I need to be able to hear shit and don't want isolation. And you can't fall asleep with IEMs in either.

That's true. With my M6 setup, I use slightly larger than necessary tips so I can't form a good seal in order to still hear my environment.

 

[Vanillalite]

Koss KSC-75 is your answer

https://smile.amazon.com/Koss-KSC75-Portable-Stereophone-Headphones/dp/B0006B486K

This

 

[megalowho]

I also hate the feeling of ear buds and have a pair of Koss PortaPros that do the job. Good quality, light, comfortable, under 50 bucks. Would get those over the KSC-75's personally, even if it's not a great fit for pockets.

https://www.amazon.com/Koss-PortaPro-Headphones-with-Case/dp/B00001P4ZH

 

[AlteredForms]

I'm looking into purchasing a pair also. As my earphones have an increased risk of causing tinnitus, even though I use them at a low volume. Headphones have a much lower risk, so I'm changing my ways.

 

[Hari Seldon]

I also hate the feeling of ear buds and have a pair of Koss PortaPros that do the job. Good quality, light, comfortable, under 50 bucks. Would get those over the KSC-75's personally, even if it's not a great fit for pockets.

https://www.amazon.com/Koss-PortaPro-Headphones-with-Case/dp/B00001P4ZH

I might bite the bullet and get a pair of these. How are they for running?

 

[robosllim]

I also hate the feeling of ear buds and have a pair of Koss PortaPros that do the job. Good quality, light, comfortable, under 50 bucks. Would get those over the KSC-75's personally, even if it's not a great fit for pockets.

https://www.amazon.com/Koss-PortaPro-Headphones-with-Case/dp/B00001P4ZH

Portapros are awesome. Used them for years before I switched to something that blocks the sound on the subway a little better. And they fold up pretty small, so they could potentially fit in a big pocket if need be.

 

[megalowho]

I might bite the bullet and get a pair of these. How are they for running?

I use them on an elliptical mostly, they stay in place nicely. Gets a bit grungy over time but you can get a pack of replacement pads for 5 bucks.

 

[OdysseusVA]

KZ ATR for IEMS

VE Monks Plus for ear buds

You can grab both for under $20

 

[Finaj]

Well, looks like the Koss PortaPros are the winner. They seem pretty legit. Thanks for the help.

 

[Beer Monkey]

Koss KSC-75 is your answer

https://smile.amazon.com/Koss-KSC75-Portable-Stereophone-Headphones/dp/B0006B486K

Nailed it.

 

[sixteen-bit]

koss portapros ftw