My family and I are avid music lovers, and in this day and age, we get most of our sound from iPhones and tablets. In the interest of privacy, a lot of the time we are vying for an available pair of earbuds to listen with, and of course I’m a big fan of anything I can use to listen OR talk with on my iPhone. (Hands free is an important and necessary safety feature!)
Given the chance to try out a set of SOL REPUBLIC’s new Jax In-Ear Headphones, we jumped!
There are so many things to list about this product that I love — where do I start? Right off the bat, the color is fantastic. We received a pair in the bright blue color, which makes them easy to find quickly. The cable itself is also Tangle Free, which means I don’t spend (what feels like) hours trying to untangle them before use. They’re always ready to go whenever I need them, and that’s helpful if I’m in a hurry to answer a call.
Each set of headphones comes with changeable ear tips in various sizes, giving you the chance to find the right size for you. I found that the smallest size worked well for me, giving me great sound and comfort, as well as not completely drowning out the outside world when I’m around my kids or in my car. Most of the time, anyway. SOL REPUBLIC has this to say, too:
Like all other SOL REPUBLIC in-ear headphones, Jax are part of our exclusive Ear Tips For Life program so you never have to worry when you lose your ear tips. SOL REPUBLIC is the only manufacturer that will replace your ear tips anytime they are lost, misplaced or if you simply want a different size. I always prefer a company that offers customer service like that!
Designed from the ground up, Jax use SOL REPUBLIC’s newly developed i2 Sound Engines, which deliver powerful sound with great bass and clear highs. An ideal headphone for both playing music and talking on the phone, Jax offer users a number of benefits, including a flat cable that doesn’t tangle and a durable design to withstand everyday use. At less than $40, Jax are also the perfect choice as a secondary headphone for the on- or over-ear headphone user who wants the same signature SOL REPUBLIC sound in a compact design. Jax are available in two configurations: a 3-button “Made for iPhone” controller optimized for Apple products that includes volume control, and a single-button universal control without volume control for compatibility with a wider range of devices, including Android phones.
I’m very impressed with the sound quality of these headphones, and if anything, the microphone is almost TOO sensitive, which I prefer over not sensitive enough. I just have to be careful that it’s not banging against my collar or clothes, or the person I’m talking to hears a bit of interference. It’s avoidable if I’m conscious of it.
I was a Best Buy a few days ago and saw these headphones available for sale, and felt happy that I was set for now with a pair. But at only $39.99, it wouldn’t bother me to invest in more. Especially once the new colors start showing up. 🙂
Merrie is a writer for the Jen is on a Journey and you can also find her at her blog, Sleepless Mornings: “I’m the mother of two beautiful children, an Executive Assistant, a scrapbooker, a baker, and sometimes I’m even fun to be around!”
Product was sent for honest review, all opinions my own.
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