Master & Dynamic ME05

Excellent sound quality ; Comfortable ; Tangle-resistant cable

Cable noise ; iOS-only remote ; Limited eartip selection

The Master & Dynamic ME05 are svelte earbuds that sound as good as they look. Sound is balanced and spacious with a slightly tilted up mid-bass, making them toe-tapping fun. It’s a shame the cable produces so much noise and that there aren’t many...

Powerful audio performance with rich lows and sculpted highs. Classy, well thought-out design. Ships with plenty of useful accessories, including multiple eartips and replaceable acoustic filters.

Sound signature might be too bass-forward for purists.

That sound... I mean, it's incredible. I really can't say enough nice things about how amazing these things sound. Brass construction and Palladium coating create a very sharp look.

The price will turn some away, which is really too bad. The 3.5mm connector could use just a bit more material to make it a little stronger.

I get it, $200 is a lot to spend on a pair of earbuds, but in this instance they’re totally worth it. Master & Dynamic have created a pair of earphones that look great, sound completely amazing, and are built to provide you with an incredible...