In-Ear Headphones - Lifetime

[Ultraviolet]

I would recommend getting a pair with detachable / replaceable cables as, in my experience, this is where problems are most likely to occur...

Uv

[Steve Campbell]

Following up on this topic...I have an old set of Sennheiser (not sure what model) in ear headphones, mainly used on longer journey's in a Caterham .... but they have seen better days.

I'm mainly looking for blocking external engine/exhaust noise rather than excellence in sound quality....and they have to be comfortable ....let's say for 2 hours of continual use.

Given that requirement....what are the collective recommendations to add to my Xmas list ? Still the Soundmagic E10's ?

Ideally under £50 but will stretch the budget for the right product.

Thanks

[Shaoxter]

Get some Shure Olive tips, they block out a lot of noise.

[Finlandia]

For blocking external noise, a balanced armature IEM is best, the Sennheiser you have and the Soundmagic E10 are dynamic IEMs. Soundmagic PL50 is a good choice, great isolation and great sound for the money (around £50).
Etymotic are the best for isolation, Shure and Westone are very good too.

As said, the tips/sleeves are important for blocking out noise too, Comply foam, Shure olives and Westone star tips are the best available, short of going custom moulded tips.