Adidas OMX 680 Review

Rating: ★★★★★★★★★★ (9/10)

Adidas and Sennheiser got together and made sport headphone babies. I am so ecstatic I could buy balloons and pass out cigars. The Adidas OMX 680 Earclip Headphones with Volume Control and Adjustable Earclips combine the athletic ergonomics of Adidas with the audio brilliance of Sennheiser. Running just became something I could actually enjoy.

These active headphones are the answer to the question I didn’t even know I was asking. Made of a moisture resistant material that wicks sweat and rain away from the ear, the ear buds stay dry resulting in a more secure fit. The adjustable earclips are constructed of flexible materials that provide comfort, as well as reinforces the stability of the ear bud placement. For as jarring as running can be, I never have to worry about my jogging headphones falling off. It is also easier to keep track of what’s happening in the environment around me. The more external design of these sports headphones allow just enough ambient sound for me to be aware of cars and other hazards.

Of course Sennheiser totally delivers on audio quality. Keeping the ear buds in is even more desirable when the sound coming out of them is better than any home stereo I have ever owned. It really doesn’t matter what volume I am pumping through them, the OMX680 sound great. The bass bumps without distorting and I find that the smooth tone doesn’t tire my ears.

These lightweight headphones have held up against everything I have thrown at them. Running, lifting weights, cycling, even skiing haven’t fazed them. They have become a standard part of my workout gear.

Adidas provides the design to move and flex with the unpredictable movements brought on by athletic training while Sennheiser has everything wired for really amazing sound. In my opinion, a completely successful partnership. Buy the Adidas OMX 680 here.

Pros

• Audiophile-level sound quality thanks to the high-performance dynamic driver systems for powerful, bass-driven stereo sound;
• Excellent noise canceling features (passive attenuation of ambient noise);
• Waterproof and sweat resistant. Easy to clean as well;
• Excellent ergonomics, ideal for running;
• Asymmetrical cord doesn’t get in the way;
• Nice reflective yellow color.

Cons

• The Adidas PMX 680 may be slightly more comfortable for some.