Griffin EarJams revolutionize the iPod earbud by providing a more custom
fit to your ears. The result is greater comfort, improved sound
isolation from external noise, superior sound quality and volume.
EarJams easily snap onto your Apple earbuds. Each set of EarJams comes
with three sizes of earpads to give you a snug and comfortable
fit.
The distinctive white ear buds that come with 3G, 4G,
and 5G iPods meet the audio needs of many listeners, but some don't
like the fit, and still others think the buds' sound is too tinny and
weak. Griffin addresses these concerns with its EarJams, a pair of
snap-on plastic ear funnels designed to boost and improve the iPod's
audio performance. The Jams attach directly to the ear buds and use
their cone shape to focus the sound within the ear. The Jams also come
with three pairs of soft rubber ear pads--large, medium, and small,
depending on the size of your ear canal--and a protective carrying
case. It's important to note that the EarJams don't fit the buds that
came with 1G and 2G iPods.
EarJams come with included carrying case to protect your spare
earpads and your Earbuds.
Features and Performance
Every music fan has a different
opinion on what constitutes quality sound. To some, it's expressive,
clear high ranges, while others prefer big, booming bass. If you
consider yourself a bass believer, the EarJams are right up your
alley. The funnels create much deeper tones, turning formerly
bright-sounding songs into thumping affairs. The Jams also boost the
volume by around 15 to 25 percent, pleasing listeners who think the
traditional iPod ear buds are too slight.
The real question,
though, is whether this bass monsoon actually improves the music. And
the answer, again, is in the ear of the beholder. There's no question
that the Jams sacrifice the high- and mid-range frequencies to improve
the low-end performance. A once crisp-sounding acoustic guitar sounds
a bit muddled through the Jams, while vocals that formerly soared end
up stooping instead. On the other hand, the Jams can also take a
flat-sounding hip-hop track and give it some serious punch. Listeners
may be best served by using the EarJams on an album-by-album basis, as
some songs are clearly improved by the added wallop, while others just
create a thud.
One huge area of improvement is the way the EarJams
fit within the ears. Once listeners determine which ear pads fit the
best, the Jams nestle securely within the ear canals and won't come
out until pulled. Contrast that with the default ear buds, which sit
loosely in the ear and can easily tumble out while jogging or walking,
or even during a quick turn of the head. The pads are also washable in
case they get a bit waxy.
A final bonus comes in the form of the
zippered carrying case, which holds the ear buds, EarJams, and all of
the pads in its padded pouch. The main compartment opens to reveal two
mesh pockets and a third zippered pocket. --Rivers Janssen
Pros
- Significantly boosts the bass performance of
your iPod
- Increases volume output of ear buds
- Multiple sizes
of ear pads ensure comfortable, secure fit
- Handy carrying case
protects buds and EarJams
Cons
- High- and
mid-range frequencies don't sound as good
What's in the
Box
Two snap-on EarJams, two small ear pads, two medium-sized
ear pads, two large ear pads, padded carrying case.
iPod
Compatibility
iPod nano 1G, iPod nano 2G, iPod mini, iPod 3G,
iPod 4G (Clickwheel), iPod Color, iPod 5G/5.5G Video, iPod Shuffle 1G,
iPod Shuffle
