I was one of those people who pours over reviews before buying anything. I saw that tons of people adored these earbuds. They're stylish, have great sound and deliver very nice bass. They were probably my favorite headphones I owned... until they broke. Like a NUMBER OF PEOPLE on this website have stated. After about four or five months of use (and only about 2 or 3 times a week) the sound in one headphone just "POP" died. That's not what I expect from $70 earphones (that's the price when I bought them). I, of course, didn't have my receipt so I couldn't get a refund. Please do not be like me and think that "Oh it probably won't happen to me." Because it will. I used them gently and put them wrapped up in the case that was provided, in the fashion that v-moda suggested and they still broke. Don't take the chance. Keep searching! These aren't worth the risk.