Review: Ultimate Ears MetroFi 220vi Earphones by Logitech

I’m typing this interview right now while listening to music on the Ultimate Ears MetroFi 220vi earphones by Logitech. Retailing for $89.99, I must say that this is my first set of high-end earphones. Overall I am very satisfied with this product. Here’s the breakdown:

Design:
Sleek and sexy is my style, and these ear buds fit that concept just fine. Although I would’ve preferred them in black, these ear buds have a sleek metallic finish on them. A black or red piece is connected to the metallic frame to denote left and right. Attached to that is a white silicon attachment that goes in your ear. Overall, the design is pretty appealing, and users that could care less…well…could care less.

Fit:
The aforementioned silicon attachments come in three sizes depending on how big your ear canal is. I chose the medium size and have been wearing them for extended periods of time for the past day or so . So far, I have not experienced any discomfort whatsoever. The ear buds are very comfortable and do not irritate your ears like other ear buds that I have previously owned.

Audio quality:
In the past day or so, I have listened to a large variety of songs to test these ear buds. Although I am not an audiophile of any sort, I do know quality sound when I hear it. These ear buds provide very good sound quality with attention to bass and treble. Overall, it covers a very large audio range. The sound is crisp and vivid and I could have sworn that the actors were right next to me while watching a drama.

Miscellaneous:
The cord could be a tad bit longer. I don’t mind this length when sitting at my laptop, but I found it a little difficult to cope with while on the treadmill at the gym. The ear buds also come with a built in microphone system that allows you to take hands free calls if it is attached to a compatible phone. I cannot comment on this feature, but from the looks of it, it seems very simple to use. Essentially a “one touch” feature.

The Bottom Line:
The MetroFi 220vi earphones are certainly a quality set of ear buds for a reasonable price. The quality of the sound is excellent and the buds fit comfortably in the ears. The only minor complaint I have is that the cord is a little too short and could become troublesome for more intense activities other than sitting at your computer.

RATING: 4.5/5

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