I bought in November 2011, these headphones and am still very happy with it. They are pleasantly light and therefore comfortable even for hours. Even a couple of strong stuttering on the cable (the ever happen if you jump without thinking and occurs in two steps on the cable) have endured without any problems. I'm not an audio professional, but I evaluate also the sound as well. The headphones have a volume control on the cable. (When I wear them, at waist level). They can also be very well the head width and adjust the length of cable I can walk around the entire room, without having to remove them. I've recommended these headphones even within my family, is the highest honor that I can give this product)