From the Manufacturer-This model does not have the mic for use with phones. The Perfect Integration of Form and Function

V-MODA, the music lifestyle brand that owes its allure to the fusion of fashion and function, introduces its passion for music and style to the world with our innovative line of "modaphones". The pinnacle experience of music is interwoven with supreme style in these premium fashion-phones that sound as amazing as they look. The Vibe series of earphones comprises the signature example of the V-MODA line, combining for the first time a meticulously-crafted sound signature with a conscious eye towards modern design.

V-MODA's "Sculpted Sound Curve"

V-MODA's engineers spent over a year of the design phase crafting the perfect sound signature of the Vibe series of headphones. Designed to mimic the warm, sweet sound of hi-fi stereo speakers costing thousands of dollars apiece, the curve remains amazingly straight with no bass roll-off which delivers a smooth and detailed bass response. A sensitivity dip in the 500hz to 2kHz range accentuates the bass slightly and reproduces a warm soundstage. The gentle dropoff in the high ranges was carefully designed to avoid harsh or "clinical"-sounding highs, making the Vibes suitable as in-ear monitors.

The Power of V-MASQUE and BLISS Technologies

V-MASQUE is the speaker technology designed to reproduce V-MODA's sculpted sound curve. It involves using micro-sized metal alloy housings with dynamic neodymium speaker drivers to produce intense clarity and a warm, rich sound. Many other high-end headphones use balanced armature drivers, which can produce clarity well when inserted deeply--and for many people, uncomfortably--into the ear. Yet even in the best-case scenarios headphones using balanced-armature drivers can often lack warmth, producing a "mechanical"-sounding midrange and highs that feel flat and cold. The sound signature of the Vibe series is specifically designed for juicy lows and a sweet midrange yet maintains very precise highs.

Vibe's amazing hi-definition sound makes every element of your music crystal clear and present on a 3-D soundstage. The unique V-MASQUE dynamic driver and "beat port" airflow system recreates the sensation of a LIVE music experience. The "beat port" airflow system works by allowing the airflow to move throughout the housing naturally thanks to precision-cut holes in the driver and the housing. This airflow creates an organic output that is far different than other high-end in-ear monitors that can sound distant and mechanical. The Vibe simulates an experience of listening to live music thanks to the circulation that takes place inside the headphone.

BLISS is the acronym for "Bass-Level-Isolating Soft Silicon". Passive noise isolation by itself is not unordinary for in-ear headphones, yet extreme attention to detail is critical because of the fitting's effect in both comfort and sound. The exact thickness of the silicon can make all the difference in the world. Many of the "softest" silicon fittings on some brands proved to be too thick in V-MODA's user test panel. BLISS is made to not only be extremely comfortable in the ear canal, but also to be the easiest earphone to put in and take out quickly. This way one can rock quickly in a matter of seconds, then take an intermission before another encore.

The shape of the fitting is also extremely crucial to prevent them from popping out too easily by providing a proper seal. One of the interesting things V-MODA discovered is that the smaller the fitting, the better the fit for some users since the smaller fitting fits slightly deeper to prevent fall-out. However, many people commonly try only "larger" fittings thinking they may be tighter when the opposite is true. This is why V-MODA puts the small fittings on by default in the packaging, but users should try a few different sizes to decide for themselves optimal sound and comfort.

The design behind BLISS is also an ideology of how far deep the fittings should lie in the ear and the level of noise isolation. In V-MODA's user test groups, many users found that other high-end headphones required a fit too deep and too intrusive to get the best sound and comfort. BLISS fittings are "just right" for everyday use and the amount of noise isolation they provide.

 

What It Means To Be a "Lifestyle" Headphone

Though designed as an audiophile headphone, the Vibe was also specifically designed to be used on the go while moving: at the gym, heading to the venue, or walking down the street. Even though the casing is made of metal, the Vibe amazingly weighs only 12 grams, which is a third of the weight of many other competing high-end headphones. It is also the only headphone designed to lie flush within the ear so that you can use it while laying down on a pillow.

Extra thought and research was also put into the cable. Why is the cable so important? The main cable diameter of 2.2mm and overall cord length of 44"-46" work best to prevent "earphone fallout". V-MODA's cables are rigorously tested with weights to withstand abuse.

In addition to all this, the Vibe comes with a lot of extras. A gold leather pouch provides quick and easy storage, and the Modawrap cable manager can be used to control the length of the cables which is especially great for use with sport armbands. Black and clear fittings are included for extra personalization and two pairs of each size fittings are included. Try all 3 sizes (small, medium, and large) of fittings to create secure fit maximize music listening experience. Gently insert fittings into ear canal deep enough to ensure optimal seal.

What's In The Box

V-MODA Vibe headphones, gold leather carrying case, fitting instructions, VIP Card providing access to exclusive music offers and events through V-MODA, and a 1-year premier replacement warranty.

 

Product Description

Reveiws and testimonials

Whether your an audiophile, or just the music lover, you’ll really enjoy this product as much as I did. 
    -- Connect by spark’d  (4.5 out of 5 stars)

The earbuds provided rich, warm audio with excellent range and clarity ... 
    -- CNET

Vibe's bass response make them a great workout companion ... they're comfortable, sound great, and are among the most attractive headphones you'll find anywhere. 
    -- MacWorld/Playlist Review

... comparable in detail to the best we’ve heard at this price point. 
    --iLounge

The sound quality is excellent ... potent bass all over your eardrums, however the bass sounds very clear with no 'murkiness'. 
    --Stuff Magazine

These buds shine from one end of the spectrum to the other…it's hard to think of a better noise isolating earbud for your money. 
    --Maxim

 This is the smallest, best fitting pair out there. 
    -- Lucky Magazine

 Not only do they look like a museum piece, but they fit like a glove. The sound is wonderful as well. 
    -- ABC News

These Vibe earbuds blow away many of the high end headphones costing 2-3 times its price. What else can I say but excellent! 
    -- Ron Ajemian (Chief Engineer- IAR Institute of Audio Research)

I heartily endorse the V-MODA Vibe ... they aren’t just earphones, they’re jewelry. 
    --Chicago Tribune

It's the next thing to being there. You can hear when the singer takes a breath, the squeak of a guitar string, the pressure of the drums. 
    -- Popgadget

These earbuds look cool, and they sound as good as they look ... the Vibes handled everything we threw at them.  
    -- MacLife

... comfortable and produce amazing sound fidelity. Bass sounds are rich and deep, and the overall experience rivals more expensive headphones. 
    --Washington Times

Sound quality better overall than more expensive competing products ... for those users looking for a richer audio experience the vibe should leave them smiling. 
    --iProng  (5 Stars)
Well balanced earphone that can handle just about any genre of music you care to throw at it ... the Vibes hold their own against every competitor we've tested. 
    --IGN

The ear buds are among the best I've ever tried, in both design and performance.
    -- Macinhack.com (5-STARS)

“The V-Moda VIBE headphones I received are first class.  Listening to music on an airplane or working out, the earphones deliver high quality sound.” 
    -Jason Kapono (Miami Heat)

Vibe produces detail and bass levels that are on par with other high-end earphones, while remaining more comfortable than its competitors. 
    -- Mobile Tech Review  (5 Stars)

The sound is very transparent, immersive and airy ... the Vibes knock the stuffing out of every other comparable IEM. 
    -- Anything but iPod.com

IGN Review - Gerry Block::: (full review)
The Vibes seem to have captured the balance of the M-Class and the solid bass of the Bass-freqs. The combination of these characteristics is a very warm, well balanced earphone that can handle just about any genre of music you care to throw at it. The Vibes are bass-y, but not excessively so. We listened to a lot of Tool's AEnima to get a feel for the Vibes, and the album did a good job highlighting their characteristics. Lower-frequencies, like the beating-heart underlying base guitar that runs through much of the album's title track, are more apparent than with other earphones in this range that we've tested. Happily, the Vibes were able to keep up with the highs and lows of Maynard's LA-hating anthem and we never got the sense that we were losing too much off the high end of his voice, or that the bass was obscuring other parts of the music. We also tried some comparison testing based upon Iron Maiden's "Rime of the Ancient Mariner" from Powerslave and were again pleased with the fact that the Vibes gave the galloping chords a lot of weight, yet didn't detract from Bruce Dickenson's range or obscure the lyrics.

In order to explore some other genres we gave a listen to Tuxedomoon's Cabin In The Sky album. Their music is complex, layering a deep singing voice upon deeper string-bass chords, high trumpets, snare drums, and all kinds of environmental chimes, clicks, scratches, and murmurs. The Vibes transmitted each crisply, and even when many effects were going on at once, the clarity of the highs added enough resolution to the sonic pallet that none of the effects sounded muddled or overshadowed.

The Vibes competes with a variety of earphones from Shure and Etymotics, among others. In both looks and performance, the Vibes hold their own against every competitor we've tested.

GadgetNutz::: (full review)
I know what you are thinking - OK, so they are very cool to look at and hold - but how do they sound? Well, if you remember my review of the V-MODA Bass Freq Earphones and how impressed I was with them - these blow pretty much every sub-$150.00 Earphone I have tested right out of the water. They sound amazing.

That being said, these might not be for the "audio purists" of the group. There is a definite "sound" that V-MODA is going for here - one that is very full at the low end, clear at the high end and sort of like a dance club in your head. This is not a "Flat" sound - far from it. That being said, I really love the sound. It was so full at the lower frequencies that I could turn off the EQ on the iPod and get more bass than almost any headphone out there - save the Super.fi. EB - which costs two and a half times as much! With no EQ, the sound quality of the iPod is also much improved.

I tried all sorts of music and found the Vibe to reproduce vocals beautifully, instruments were clear and crisp and the Bass was amazing. It is hard to believe that these things only sell for $101.00.”

Overall Conclusions:
This is an amazing set of Earphones. It is a work of art in design and a work of genius in sound engineering. For $101.00 you simply cannot go wrong picking up a pair.

Gizmodo::: (full review)
Good news, as the V-Moda Vibe performs as well as $100 earbuds should.

V-MODA touts "vibrant bass, vivid mid-range, and vivacious highs" on the Vibes. My experience? That's actually fairly accurate. The bass wasn't overloaded like in most cheapo earbuds you find for under $50. The mids and highs were also clear; much clearer than the default iPod or Zune earbuds.

But of course how they sound is less important if you can't stand wearing these earbuds for a long period of time. Not a problem here. The "ultra-soft silicon" fittings feel fine in my ears, sliding easily into the ear canal. Essentially the Baby Bear of earbuds—not too deep and not too shallow—just right.

And finally, the looks. To me they genuinely look better than most other earbuds.

Popgadget - Evan::: (view)
The Vibe series provide a precise balance of rich bass, warm mids and unprecedented clarity. It's the next thing to being there. You can hear when the singer takes a breath, the squeak of a guitar string, the pressure of the drums. BLISS (Bass Level Isolating Soft Silicon) technology further reduces outside noise for a precise and rich bass response (frequency 12Hz to 22Hz)... the modaphones fit securely and comfortably.

At a suggested retail price of $101, you'd think they would be one of the higher priced earphones on the market, but not when you compare them to the E Shure series which tops out with the E5c at $549.00 MSRP. These are a steal, comparatively.

Uncrate::: (view)
Whether you use them with your iPod or Zune, the V-Moda Vibe Earphones ($101) will grab all of the attention. The noise-isolating earphones feature an elegant, lightweight design sculpted from alloy metal. In our sound tests, we were surprised to find that the Vibes rank right up there with Etymotic and Shure earphones we've used. Great bass, mid-range and highs. The earphones come in a leather pouch with three sizes of ultra-soft silicon fittings to fit any ear.