Sol Republic JAX

Among entry-level wired headphone sets, the Sol Republic JAX hold up nicely, with good audio quality and an inline mic.

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Pros and Cons

Pros

Flat, tangle-free cord
Inline mic
Good sound isolation

Cons

Only three ear tip sizes included

These are the best headphones you can find for less than $50.

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Tiny and not very expensive, they're among the best in their price range.

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