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More than just eye candy: Skullcandy Lowrider vs. WeSC Oboe

By Barber Paul


If you're attempting to find a pair of nice personal headphones that not only only give you top quality sound, but suit your style as well , then these headphones are worth checking out: the Skullcandy Lowrider and the WeSC Oboe. Let's see what each has to actually offer in terms of specs, looks, and variety, shall we?



Specs

These 'over the head ' headphones are approximately in the exact same price range and you will find models from the WeSC Oboe and Skullcandy headphones Lowrider lines beginning at US$ 20. Re specs, the Lowrider from Skullcandy features 40 mm power drivers, 18 to 20,000 Hz frequency range, and 32 ohm impedance. The Oboe on the other hand has 30 mm (40 mm in some models) power drivers, 20 to 20,001 Hz frequency range, and 32 ohm impedance.



Looks and further features

These two earphones from WeSC and Skullcandy are known to look cool on top of their decent specifications. The most important difference between the two looks-wise comes from their intended use. Both are made for mobile users and therefore both the Oboe and Skullcandy Lowrider are lightweight. The second though, puts an extra feature for portability. It can be folded sharply so that you can simply stash it in your backpack or bag. The Lowrider earphones also permit you to swivel a speaker so you can listen to something else while the headphones stay on.



Both the Oboe and the Skullcandy Lowrider both supply long cables, though the WeSC earphones come with an extension rope which will provide you that additional slack.



Variety

Variety and good looks are actually something WeSC and Skullcandy incorporate in their product lines as both the Oboe and Lowrider come in a large range of designs and colours. WeSC earphones typically come in solid colours, while the Skullcandy ones can come with assorted designs and color mixes.



Conclusion

All things considered, the WeSC Oboe and the Skullcandy Lowrider are both reasonable and decent sets of earphones. The choice between the two will depend on your requirements, preferences and budget. If you need a transportable pair that you can take with you and will not take up too much space in your bag, then you can go for the Skullcandy Lowrider. Also, here's a note if you're a little strapped for cash: the Oboes are barely more expensive than the Lowriders.








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