Technics RP-F290 headphones review.

A great set of cans!

I've had mine for about 8 years now...I paid around GBP 20 for them in 2000. They still sound good although the fake leather around the earpieces has fallen to bits. This can end up on the tips of your ears so be careful you don't look foolish after you've had them for a while!

The style is a full enclosure of the ear so this helps keep other noises out. These are not noise cancelling headphones however. They are wired and the cord is a good 4 metres long which I have always found ample with a TV at the foot of the bed for example.

The bass is good as is the volume. There is no seperate volume control on the 'phones which would be nice but these are a budget model. Treble is clear and I have always found movie and music to be audible with no problems to report.

The headband is adjustable so comfort is not a problem. The earpieces swivel also so they really are not too noticable when on.

These are a standard black plastic headphone which is a good choice for an entry level purchase. I would not hesitate to recommend these to most casual listeners.

Reviewed by Mark Woods, 2008. LordBeanpod@GMail.com

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Sony Fontopia MDR-ED21LP in-ear headphones review.

Brilliant headphones!


I must have freakishly-shaped ears as I cannot get along with any others...the flat type just fall out of my left ear...don't ask why. I think I have handsome, perfectly formed ears (small, but beautifully formed...I DID play second row in the school rugby team for 9 years...BUT I DIGRESS!) but for some reason these are the only set I've ever used that will stay in...even when walking or running.


I've had the same pair for 9 years now! Don't worry-I do clean them, which, incidentally, is very easy to do.


They are a nice smooth shape which feels unnoticable in the ear.


If you ever lose sound in an ear you might try pulling off the cover and soldering (or getting someone to solder) the two contacts. The flexible cover simply clips back on. Mine did go in one earpiece but that was after 8 YEARS! Reliability isn't an issue, then.


Sound is bassy and with mp3 players' equalizers you can tweak away anyhow.


I use mine to listen to DVD films also. Better than the full ear Technics I was using....GET SOME!

Reviewed by Mark Woods, 2008. LordBeanpod@GMail.com

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