Ultimate Ears, the headphone manufacturer initially started by Van Halen’s audio engineer Jerry Harvey, but now owned by well-known peripheral company Logitech, have introduced five new pairs of headphones this week, with two being designed for use with the iPhone.
The 500vi and 200vi are both noise-isolating earphones, offering excellent sound clarity and bass response. The 500vi model sits above the 200s in the range, and according to the press release offer ‘a detailed and immersive sound stage’. The 200vi earphones are aimed at the more style-conscious listener and are available in three colors; black, blue or pink.
The 3.5mm headphone jack makes them suitable for all devices, but there are two extras that make them ideal for the iPhone owner who is serious about their music. The first is a built-in microphone and the second is a set of in-line controls, with a button to switch between your music and an incoming call, plus a volume control and a pause button. Using these negates the need to dig your phone out of your pocket, bag or armband when it rings.
Finally, if you choose the 500vi’s, in addition to the five standard ear cushions ranging from XXS to Large that are included, you’ll get a pair of Comply foam cushions too. Both the 500vi and the 200vi are expected to launch during September in the US and will retail for $79.99 and $39.99 respectively.
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August 24th, 2010 at 9:19 pm
But will they work with a bumper in place?
August 25th, 2010 at 8:49 am
Who in the world thinks that Eddie Van Halen started UE. I think that this writer needs to get his info correct along side a ton of other writers who tend to include Jerry Harvey's name in articles.
August 25th, 2010 at 9:25 am
Thanks for your comment. Although as I understand it Eddie Van Halen was a key figure at the beginning of Ultimate Ears, I don't claim to know the entire story, so the wording has been amended to avoid confusion.
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October 31st, 2010 at 9:27 pm
Great review! I was wondering how these compared with the Sennheiser IE8s, that were reviewed on this site in May? Are they perhaps closer to the IE7s? Thank you!