Skullcandy Smokin' Buds Review
Skullcandy's ear buds come in a variety of colors and styles, but a majority of users and experts agree that there are better budget headphones on the market. Users report that the buds don't stay in their ears during any type of movement, and many experts say the sound quality is below par. While the cloth cable is a bit stronger than the traditional plastic, these ear buds are not an ideal buy for consumers looking for value.
Skullcandy Smokin' Buds provide acceptable sound quality but durability is an issue. Users and experts wonder if perhaps the company skimped a bit too much on the quality of the components in order to keep the price low. One user posting a Skullcandy Smokin' Buds review on CNET claims that the ear bud wiring disconnected from the plug shortly after he purchased the set, and the same thing happened with a replacement unit. Indeed, a large number of users posting Skullcandy Smokin' Buds reviews on CNET and Amazon say these cheap headphones are fragile and just not durable. The expert CNET review of the Skullcandy Smokin' Buds also reports some difficulty getting the ear buds to fit properly.
In other Skullcandy Smokin' Buds reviews on CNET, opinion is divided about the sound - some say the sound is amazing and crisp, with excellent bass, while others grouse that the sound is muddy and the bass lacks depth. An expert Skullcandy Smokin' Buds review on Trail-Running-Blog.com reports the sound isolation is fine and overall sound quality is decent. Users in general seem thrilled with the funky style of these cheap headphones.
The Skullcandy Smokin' Buds come in almost two dozen color combinations and feature three different-size buds, a thick cloth-covered cable, a travel case, and external volume control on the cable with a built-in mic that works with an iPhone.
The Smokin' Ear Buds from Skullcandy suffer from durability problems that outweigh the low price and cool aesthetic. While the sound isolation and sound quality are passable, the sturdiness level is not.
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