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Sennheiser MX75 Sport

Discontinued

Reviewed

May 2009

Pros

Secure fit
Sweat-proof
Good sound quality
Affordable

Cons

Getting the right fit can be tricky
Bright green color
Some users complain of frayed cables

Our Analysis

Specifically designed for use while jogging or working out on the treadmill, the Sennheiser MX75 Sport earbuds get good reviews overall. These earbuds have a twist-to-fit design that consists of a round piece of rubber that sticks out of the bud and presses gently but firmly against the outer ear for a snug fit. Experts and most users say they stay securely in your ears when exercising, although some users have a hard time getting a good fit. Professional reviewers are pleased that the MX75 delivers clear sound across all ranges, though detail doesn't match up to more expensive in-ear earphones from Shure and Etymotic.

CNET and PCMag.com give the Sennheiser MX75 full-review treatment; both supply ratings as well as pros and cons. OnHeadphones.com offers a brief review, but also includes detailed pros and cons and a star rating. Several hundred user reviews can be found on Amazon.com, which offer essential feedback on durability and everyday use.

Our Sources

1. CNET

Reviewer Tim Gideon recommends the MX75 for "workout enthusiasts with a penchant for bright green," citing its audio clarity and snug fit. Compared to Shure earphones, he considers the Sennheiser MX75 a better buy.

Review: Sennheiser MX 75 Sport, Tim Gideon, July 20, 2006

2. PCMag.com Details/Subscribe

PCMag.com's Jamie Lendino notes that the Sennheiser MX75 stays securely in the ear without entering the ear canal and says they are a "definite step up from the buds that come with most digital audio players." A slideshow of images accompanies the review.

Review: Sennheiser MX75 Sport, Jamie Lendino, May 2, 2008

3. OnHeadphones.com

The Sennheiser MX75 gets a near perfect score from OnHeadphones.com and is called "the active person's paradise." Cons include the neon green color and less-than-pristine audio quality, but its durability makes it a great choice for the gym.

Review: Sennheiser MX75 Twist-To-Fit In-Ear Stereo Sport Headphones, Editors of OnHeadphones.com

4. Amazon.com

More than 650 users at Amazon.com give the Sennheiser MX75 generally positive reviews. Most of the reviews are rather long and detailed, making them more useful than the typical user review. One user calls them "a runner's best friend" and is thrilled with their secure fit. Another owner, who's had the earbuds for six months, finds them uncomfortable and complains that the cord started shredding. This reviewer also notes the lack of "cable thump," audible feedback that occurs when your body bumps against a headphone cord.

Review: Sennheiser MX75 Twist-To-Fit In-Ear Stereo Sport Headphones, Contributors to Amazon.com

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