On the Road Again: A Look at Shure's Noise Canceling E5c Headphones

Shure has been providing professional audio equipment to musicians for a very long time. My husband and I have used Shure products for years in our churches and we have always been pleased with their performance.

I was very excited when Shure introduced a personal audio line a few years ago. One of their most popular products, the E5c noise canceling headphones, are a perfect example of the kind of innovative quality that you can expect from Shure.

A friend of mine uses these headphones when cycling. She says that the sound quality is amazing even when surrounded by road noises. Apparently, their unique design allows them to function like ear plugs, virtually eliminating unwanted sounds.

Many people believe that not being able to hear road noise is very dangerous for cyclists, but my friend has never had any problems. The debate continues, but die hard music fans, who also happen to be cyclists, don't want to give up their tunes while riding.

I was impressed that the E5c headphones include a wide variety of foam sleeves for a great fit. They are also compatible with custom ear molds making them very versatile. My friend's pair fit perfectly in my ears and the sound quality was incredible. There was absolutely no external noise disturbance. All I could hear was pure, clear audio.

Although the E5c line was recently replaced with Shure's SE series, they are still available online and at a lower price than when they were originally introduced. Prices range from around $369 - $499, with the MSRP being $549 on Shure's website.

Although fairly pricey compared to other headphones, I have heard nothing but good things from folks who own them, especially cyclists. If you can afford them, and don't mind taking a chance on the road, then the Shure E5c headphones are for you.

Technical Specifications:
Speaker Type: Dual Live Performance Drivers
Sensitivity (at 1kHz): 122dB SPL/mW
Impedance (at 1kHz): 110
Cable Length: 1.55m (62 inches)
Net Weight: 31g (1.1oz)
Input Connector: 3.5 mm (1/8") gold-plated stereo plug

Sources:
www.shure.com