Best wired headphones: selection of intra-ear with wire in 2023

The +: you can continue to use your headphones even if they are unloaded.

Intra-ear headphones

Closed, HP 9 mm, command with microphone, 2 preset equalization modes, 4 pairs of aticular tips.

Closed, 3 lanes, 1x Dynamic HP + 2 balanced reinforcements, 114 dB, 24 ohms, 11 pairs of tips.

The intra-ear headphones (IN-EAR) were originally developed for the musicians’ stage returns (EAR Monitors). These intras headphones must adapt ideally with the morphology of your ear and are therefore delivered with several tips of tips. Poor adaptation leads to a significant loss in low frequencies. In-Ear headphones know how to remain discreet, light and are perfectly suited to noisy environments.

• Noise reduction helmets
• Bluetooth headsets
• Gaming helmets
• Hi-fi helmets
• Professional helmets
• Wireless helmets
• TV headsets
• Bluetooth headphones
• Sport earphones
• True Wireless headphones
• Helmets

Cousins ​​of True Wireless headphones, intra-ear headphones, also called “intras” or “in-ear” were originally designed for hearing prostheses and for musicians’ stage returns (ear monitors). Comparable to earplugs, intra-ear headphones adapt perfectly to the hearing duct. Silicone or foam pads act as a barrier which prohibits the transition to external sound disturbances. They thus naturally block most noises from the outside, without using any cancellation technology (active noise reduction) which treats ambient noises by diffusing a signal in phase opposition. With intra-ear, sound insulation is natural and nothing is added or withdrawn from the sound diffused by the audio source.

The FIIO FH3 Intra-Auricular Headsets are delivered with 11 pairs of tips of different sizes to adapt to all morphologies.

Attention ! This insulation is both an advantage and an inconvenience, as it can be dangerous in the case of use in the street (we do not hear the vehicles circulating, for example). However, the comfort obtained is unequivocal for noisy environments (plane, train, metro, etc.)). Well used, intra-ear headphones are an excellent way to appreciate risk-free music for ears, since sound insulation towards external disturbances allows you to have fun without listening too hard.

The different types of intras

The intra-ear headphones are available in several types:

• Wireless, the most classic intra-ear headphones: the two atria are connected by a cable that you will connect to the headphone jack on your device. They sometimes have a remote control integrating several buttons as well as a microphone, offering you the possibility of managing your phone calls as well as your music without touching your smartphone.

The +: The wired headphones generally benefit from better sound quality.

The FIIO FH1S headphones offer you a clear and crystalline sound, with deep bass, a medium of a large definition as well as an acute shiny.

• Bluetooth intras headphones, semi-modern: there again, the two earrings are connected by a cable, but this time, no connection to your device. It will therefore necessarily be necessary to use them with a Bluetooth compatible smartphone. They are equipped with a remote control integrating a microphone and several buttons to control your music and manage your phone calls. Please note, unlike wired models, these headphones have a period of autonomy.

The +: no more cables will exceed your bag or your pocket.

Philips TAA6606BK Bluetooth headphones are perfect practicing sporting activity while listening to its environment.

• Bluetooth and wired intras headphones, versatile: here, we leave you the choice. Delivered with a detachable cable, you can, depending on your needs, choose a bluetooth or wired connection.

The +: you can continue to use your headphones even if they are unloaded.

• Bluetooth True Wireless headphones, the latest generation: from now on, no cable is used, the headphones connect to your Bluetooth device. Each earpiece has its own battery as well as its own amplifier. Be careful, just like for Bluetooth headphones, they have a limited period of autonomy.

The +: no more cable will disturb your movements.

With True Wireless Sony WF-LS900N headphones, no more cables hindered your movements. With their charging box, these headphones offer up to 20 hours of autonomy.

The tips: ideally adapt to your ear

The role of the ear tips is essential since they are the ones who coupling the earpiece with the ear, while obstructing surrounding noises. The majority of intras are supplied with silicone tips of different sizes, designed to adapt to all hearing dresses morphologies. This very flexible and light material lends itself well to this use and offers very good sound insulation.

Foam tips are more flexible than silicone tips and are often better tolerated by sensitive ears. In return, sound insulation is a little less efficient. Certain tips consist of a memory material which adapts very precisely to the morphology of the auditory duct. Finally, there are double or triple collar tips that sink deeper into the hearing channel, each collar constituting an additional barrier against external noises. They are recommended for particularly noisy environments and for use as part of a sports activity.

How to properly position your intras ?

The right implementation of headphones is essential to obtain a satisfactory result. Not sufficiently sunk into the ear canal, intras do not isolate or very little from external noises. Too sunk, they cause discomfort that quickly becomes unbearable. In any case, badly positioned intras do not give their full measure. A bad implementation results in a narrow, hard and low -free sound, which quickly becomes tiring.

At first, you will have to try different tips in order to determine the one that is most suitable. The tip must go into your auditory duct and stay there without forcing on the (too large) walls or come out (too small). Some intras models are positioned downward cable, others pass the cable on top and then behind the ear. Anyway, it is normal to feel a feeling of discomfort during the first uses. Port of intras requires a period of variable adaptation according to individuals, but which generally does not exceed a week. So be persistent, you often have to try several times before finding the ideal positioning !

The importance of cable and connection

Some intras models are supplied with a short cable and an extension. Thus, you can easily connect them to your hand-free kit, without excessive cable length, and use the extension only to your MP3 player. Intra-ear headphones generally have a 3.5 mm mini-jack connector, right or sewn, particularly suitable for portable audio players. Some are supplied with a double jack adapter for connection to an airplane seat plug.

The accessories

All intra-ear headphones are supplied with a set of ear tips. The number and type of tips provided may vary from one model to another. High-end intras are delivered with additional accessories such as a transport case, a double-mono adapter for aircraft or even a cable extension. In any case, you can acquire additional accessories suitable for your use separately.

The different characteristics to take into account

Characteristic/function	Description
Weight	Smaller headphones are generally lighter. This is an advantage if you wear your headphones for long periods. However, compact models can have reduced autonomy compared to more bulky models.
Noise reduction	Noise reduction can be passive or active.

Passive reduction : offered by intra-ear headphones thanks to their shells placed inside the ear canal, it is also by closed helmets, their earrings encompassing the ears in order to cut you from any external external disturbance.

Best wired headphones: selection of intra-ear with wire in 2023

The headphones with wire are less popular but are still relevant. They have the advantage of offering high quality sound and are appreciated by specialists in the matter. Discover below our selection of wired ear earpieces.

After having long been the darlings of the nomadic audiophiles, the wired in-ear headphones have lost their superb. Bluetooth fault increasingly present in our daily lives, but above all the accelerated deletion of the Jack port on smartphones. It is then easier for consumers to buy a new pair of True Wireless headphones. However, the wired still has some advantages compared to wireless, in particular thanks to an analog connection always appreciated by audiophiles.

Most nomadic audio manufacturers have moved to wireless, but there are still irreducibles that offer “old-fashioned” products. You will discover within our selection several references distinguished from competition by their audio qualities. Note that we focus here on the general public models and not on the ultra audiophile models molded in your ear from Ultimate Ears or Snugs.

The Wireless Wireless Buyer Guide is also at your disposal if you want to no longer have a paw (or ear). You have a small budget ? Take a look at our selection of cheap headphones.

Finally, if you are looking for a wired product, but look for more comfort and insulation, go to our selection dedicated to headphones.

Finally, if you do not want (yet) to go from jack on your phone, you can choose the adequate device on our selection of smartphones with jack.

Sennheiser IE 200: The best wired headphones on the quality/price ratio

It is difficult at the moment to get out of wired headphones without appearing in the market on the market. However, this is what Sennheiser tried to do with the ie 200. However, the manufacturer has made a good choice of materials, especially for the wire, built in particularly solid braided nylon. The tips mix silicone and memory foam to adapt to all pavilions.

In addition to its optimized use, the Sennheiser IE 200 headphones are also distinguished by a sound of high quality. The German brand has a hi-fi signature capable of seducing each audiophile. The fidelity of sounds is well transcribed and it is very rich, in particular thanks to the Trueresponse transducers of 7 mm.

In general, the Sennheiser IE 200 are placed in reference to the sector thanks to the services implemented. Available from 145 euros, they are highly recommended for you as long as you have the budget.

The strengths of the Sennheiser IE 200:

• The rich and precise sound
• A solid nylon thread
• Comfortable in all ears

1more triple driver: the best cheap wired headphones

The headphones 1 more triple driver rely on robustness, with an aluminum alloy body and a braided cable with a Kevlar coating, and on comfort, with 45 ° adjustable tips. On the cable, a small 3 -button remote control allows you to manage listening, to take calls, but also to use Siri or Google Assistant.

Under the 100 euros mark, few headphones can boast of 3 transducers and a hi-res and thx certification. We find a beautiful stereophony, very present bass and a precise sound rendering for a homogeneous and high quality result. It is the pair of headphones ideal for enjoying quality sound without breaking your piggy bank.

Why we recommend them ?

• Ideal value for money
• For their hi-res / thx certification
• For the comfort and maintenance they offer

Sony MDR-EX110APB: the best wired headphones less than € 50

Sony is always a safe bet in terms of headphones and headphones. For less than 20 euros, these small intra headphones do the job if you don’t want to ruin yourself.

The headphones have a cable of 1 meter 20, which we will regret a little finesse – handle it with delicacy if you want to keep them as long as possible. They are however surprisingly small, light (12 g) and above all comfortable, even worn for a while. The sound quality also surprises, with bass very present compared to other headphones at the same price. They also benefit from a microphone to take calls. The Sony MDR-EX110APB are available in three colors (black, white, red).

Why we recommend them ?

• Ideal value for money
• Sound quality for the price
• Presence of a microphone

The particular case of earpods

If you have an iPhone, our first advice, if you can, is to turn to AirPods Pro. However, Apple also offers wired headphones at a low price under the name of Earpods. These were already available in defects in iPhone boxes before French law changes.

If the earpods have not experienced real evolution, they remain in tune with the times. As always at Apple, the product finishes are clean, even if we have already seen more solid cables.

The earpods are not really intra, because they are built in a single block and do not have a tip to adapt to the size of your ear. If you are not lucky, the wired headphones may not be adapted to your morphology at all. A real thorn in the foot.

It is in terms of its that the earpods are pulling their game, thanks to a quality restitution as well as deep bass. They also have the advantage of their low price: for 19 euros, they can be the product you need.

Why choose the earpods ?

• Naturally designed for iPhone
• Quality finishes
• A good sound restitution

A USB/Lightning adapter to Jack: an essential

You will undoubtedly have noticed, nowadays more and more smartphones abandon the Jack port in favor of a USB-C port. A trend launched by Apple before being imitated by most of the market. If you don’t have a phone with a jack then this little object will make all the difference.

It is possible to find different versions for cheap and especially which will be compatible with the best smartphones such as entry -levels. If you have an iPhone, turn to a Lightning adapter to Jack. Apple even offers its own products sold for 10 euros part.

Everything about the wired in-ear earpieces

How to choose your wired headphones ?

The global telephony market has gradually removed an essential element in wired headphones: Port Jack. With the desire to always gain space, smartphones swap this location against a little more components. Before throwing yourself on one of the products in our selection, check that your use corresponds to the prerequisites of this product category.

If you are a sound purist, the wired connection in jack ensures a quality sound output. In terms of advantages compared to wireless, this is the unlimited lifespan since the products in question do not rely on an autonomous battery.

Are wired headphones doomed to disappear ?

Within a survey carried out by us, a majority of you prefers wireless wireless. If the latter have disappeared from smartphones boxes, they are still popular, especially for audio professionals.

What are the trusted brands for headphones ?

In the sector, the actors are diversified. It is therefore necessary for you to choose a mark of confidence with discernment so as not to have unpleasant surprises. In this case, JBL, Apple or Sennheiser are companies that have already proven themselves in the audio sector. You can buy their headphones with your eyes closed.

What are the different types of wired headphones ?

You were able to realize it by reading our selection. Almost all the products offered are intra-ear (except earpods). That is to say headphones with a silicone tip, which are housed in your ear to stabilize everything in comfort and offer passive insulation towards the outside world. They are generally delivered with several tips to adapt to your ear. You will not find a heard atrial, but some manufacturers offer a design surrounding your ear.

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