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Hundreds of Hours of Hands On Testing to Help Motorcycle Riders Choose The Right Earbuds and Noise Cancelling Speaker Systems Providing efficient sound masking to making riding more enjoyable is the main goal of finding the right earbuds or noise cancelling speakers. We are always on the lookout for motorcycle-specific noise reducing earphones that could be used …

Max Volume With iASUS EAR3 Micro Amp and XSound 2.1 Speakers The brand-new iASUS EAR3 amplifier is the latest generation of iASUS amps. We reviewed the original iASUS Diablo mobile amp back in 2011 and the EAR3 is an update to that device. The EAR3 uses the same “mini” form factor as the Diablo and it includes …

Another Try at Helmet Noise Control The Audio-Technica ATH-ANC23BK “Quiet Point” noise cancelling earbuds (aka headphones) have been in production for quite some time. I interpreted that fact as meaning they are popular and that they work. But while they fit nicely in my ears and provide a fairly good sound environment, I am really …

MEE M6 Earbuds Review The MEElectronics M6 earbuds have excellent sound quality at a double-take price. The over-the-ear loop helps to make them easier to wear with a helmet. But should you? The first thing I should mention is that wearing earbuds or even ear plugs is illegal in many U.S. states and in other …

Blockade Noise Isolating Earbuds Blockade Noise Isolating Earbuds are, ironically enough, comfortable and better at reducing sound. That’s when compared to any of the other products in our 2009 non-disposable motorcycle ear plugs review. Blockade earbud speakers are claimed to be the only EPA tested earbud speakers with an NRR. They are rated at an NRR …

Philips Noise Cancelling Earbuds Review Decent sound quality with too many wires. Doesn’t work very well to actively reduce motorcycle helmet noise. This one should be quick, because I’m not sure what to say about these Philips “Active Noise Canceling” earbuds. They were recommended to us by some of our readers who commented on our …

Noise Reduction Earphones Comply also makes a set of the Noise Reduction Earphones without the volume control. Also, included in the box is a nice carrying pouch with a zipper and a spare set of soft earphone tips. Spare tips are also available for purchase from Comply. I’ve been on the lookout for some motorcycle-specific …