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Aviator: USA Today Skullcandy Aviator Headphone Review
September 13, 2012
If you insist on listening to music after (or during) a gnarly day on the slopes, these musical earmuffs might appeal to you. With a high maximum volume and decent tracking, these over-ear headphones can provide a bumpin' soundtrack while you think about how extreme you were out on the hill.
Clearly these headphones aren't for everyone, but for someone willing to shell out extra dough for non-vanilla studio headphones, these beasts beat the Monster Beats in construction and sound.
Aviator: Skullcandy Aviator
May 1, 2012
Publication: InnerFidelity.com
"The way it was, is not the way it is." - Jamie Oman, Skullcandy Director of Product Developement
Over the course of two days I had conversations with Dan Levine, Executive VP and Chief Marketing Officer; Pete Kelly, Director of Industrial Design; and Jamie Oman, Director of Product Developement for Skullcandy.I asked very direct questions about their intentions from the outset, and throughout the design and development process with regard to the sound quality goals of the Aviators, and I was pleasantly surprised with the answers.
About 2 1/2 years ago, Rick Alden (Skullcandy's founder) decided that Skullcandy needed to be in the game as a serious headphone maker. I think a little context is in order: "in the game" and "serious" is not expressed by these guys in the smooth tones of suited corporate MBA drones. These guys ride boards on snow and surf; they see themselves as just one division of the action-sports army; the one there to provide the tunes. From Skullcandy's SEC filing:
"Our brand symbolizes youth and rebellion, and embodies our motto, "Every revolution needs a soundtrack."
When their "serious" talk about "getting in the game" contained phrases like "successfully implement our growth strategy" or "manufacturer selection and qualification program" or "stylizing a previously-commoditized product and capitalizing on the increasing pervasiveness, portability and personalization of music," it felt a lot more like they were saying "I popped a kick-flip to Nollie on the bench, then smooved a 5-0 grind to Caballerial on the concrete, dude" than some soulless accountant-speak. I liked these guys. In the last two years they've double their engineering staff; spent a half-million bucks on R&D gear for labs here in the States and at their facility in China; and have gotten so serious about premium product this statement appears as one of five major growth strategies in their SEC filing:
"Grow Our Premium Product Offering." - To date, the vast majority of our products have been priced in the $10 to $70 range. With our recently introduced $150 Aviator headphones and $250 Mix Master headphones, we have begun to expand our premium headphone offering and believe we can increase our share of this growing market. By offering premium products, we believe we can further strengthen our brand and broaden our reach to consumers with greater discretionary income. "After a couple of hours on the phone with these guys, I hung-up quite convinced there is a remarkably good possibility we will be hearing better sounding headphones from Skullcandy in the future.
The terrifically good looking Skullcandy Roc Nation Aviator (from $149) is also the best sounding "lifestyle" headphone I've heard to date ... by a wide margin. Head-to-head with all headphones of its type and price, the Aviator compares well against the established bests-of-breed. Understandably, the Aviator falls a bit short in bass extension when compared to the cans with larger earpieces and tighter seals around the ear; but it bests most in its ability to deliver a wonderfully balanced and cheerful sound.If you don't want to walk around with a fugly-black-but-maybe-slightly-better-sounding-lump-of-highly-engineered-plastic on your head, you'll be glad to know I'm giving the Aviators a big thumbs-up with my left hand ... and throwing up an index finger and pinky up with my right. Highly, highly recommended.
Soar with the Avaitors
November 30th, 2013
by Mac
i bought these when my 3 year old uprocks gave out and i panicked as i am a major audiophile and i was going to hong kong for my grandparents 50th anniversary. its a 16 hour flight so i needed something insanely comfortable. Also, as i mentioned before, i would throw headphones into a street as i need crisp music or i go crazy. Im extremely OCD about music and i can pick up any imperfection. finally, for traveling, i need headphones that can be abused and wont break. i cant go a day without music. in fact, i play trumpet and am learning guitar. i love music so much i am in my schools A/V club so i can listen to music at school. these headphones are among the best ive ever used and they exceeded my expectations and blew away my criteria. i hate how muddy beats sound and these are 1) less money 2) better sound quality and 3) more stylish. im done here, if you dont believe me, have fun crying yourself to sleep to whatever headphones you buy because these are amazing.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
"music to my ear-holes.
August 18th, 2013
by Lord Draco Marevilous "diggity" Nelsion Jr. The II
I bought these headphones as a quick replacement before a long plane ride, read reviews most raved about them some said beats were better, but it is my belief that the Skullcandy Aviator's blow the beats out of the water. As of today i have had my Aviator's for just under a year and they have already amazed me. The sound quality is Impressive for the price, The highs are sharp and precise, The mid is clear (not fuzzy like other overly-priced brands) and the Bass while underwhelming is thoroughly satisfying. The build quality is out of this world the actual headphones themselves are made with aluminum, a leather head cushion and plastic for the caps. now i am not exactly gentle with my headphones but no matter what they still look like they did out of the box. The ear cups are plush and comfy and haven't lost their shape at all. The removable cable is durable and reliable, they have out-lasted Three Beats cables. Really the only con I have found is they leak like a cardboard house and have barely any sound isolation. But at the end of the day if you want a set of headphones that for a low low price will rock your socks off, buy em!!!
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Buy these now!
July 18th, 2013
by Laxer20
Great sound, comfort, and look. I am a drummer, and I play with Westone UM3x's. My Aviator's line up in a similar class to my Westones. This is a huge testament to the Aviators sound quality. In addition, Skullcandy's customer service is impeccable, as they will replace your product without question, quickly, in the case that something breaks. So if you want some superb sounding headphones, order these. Trust me- these Aviators are a way better value than any Beats.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Terrific! Thank you!
June 14th, 2013
by PJB Berlin
Owned a pair of these for 2 years, when all of a sudden, the sound stopped working on one side. I contacted customer service, sent in my headphones, and one day after receiving my package, they sent me an email for a new pair! 3 days later, I received them! Great customer service, Skullcandy! The lifetime warranty is great and I am loving my new headphones and the new design! Just like my last pair, the sound quality is amazing and the headphones are still so comfortable. Thank you so much Skullcandy and hats off to your excellent customer service!
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Excellent but...
May 2nd, 2013
by Jonathan
The first pair I got of these was wonderful, I got it in black, and I only had them for a couple months. But then as I was putting them on one night one side did not have any audio in the ear. So I got the warranty and got a new pair. The second pair was red and it looks really stylish and I have really enjoyed the sound quality. My main complaint for these headphones is the build quality, my experience as far as build quality has not been good. I'm on my second pair right now and there is rattling in one ear, and it's not in very good condition for only being 2 months old. In conclusion these are better than any beats headphones you could buy for a cheaper price and the sound quality is amazing for the price, but the build quality is not up to par for me but I would still recommend these to anyone just because of there stylish look.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
April 21st, 2013
by Henry M. Wood
These are actually the best headphones I have ever had. I mean this is the first day I've had them but I can tell you straight after I got them and started to use them. It made my mood completely the opposite. I was having a really bad day and these headphones made me smile and I couldn't stop smiling. Thank you skullcandy. Just thank you.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Not the airport headphones lol :) Excellent when equalized!
April 10th, 2013
by Bryan F. Carpio
Excellent Balanced Headphones To start off the Aviators are constructed very well. I've owned a lot of skullcandy headphones and the Aviators have the best construction. Sorry 300$ Mix Masters :P The leather and the shape of the earcups make them very comfortable, the thin metal in the headband makes them flexible so you shouldn't be afraid of breaking them. Sound is amazing too. For the Bass freaks they will not satisfy. In the other hand the mids and highs sound natural and with no distortion. I equalize my music and I got a very favorable amount of bass with high dB on the lower frequencies. The aviators still handled it. Along with them the cable is very nice until the threads begin to loosen then it will tangle but in durability it will still work. The case is beautifully made of leather and has good detail in it. It keeps them from scratches and clean. For the price, get them! They are light comfortable and sound great; even better if you equalize your music!
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Great stuff
March 26th, 2013
by Skullcandyfavor
I got the aviators just the other day. After reading reviews and asking friends about goods and bads about over ear headphones, I decided to get them. They first of all look super cool. The triangle shape fits your ear very well. They do have mini subwuphers in them. (If you want proof listen to the Harlem shake. Great!) the padding on top is soft so if you just want to put it on your neck its fine. It comes with a case with cleaner and manual. I love the mic., its super useful. Overall I'm glad I bought them. P.S. if your trying to decide between studio beats and aviators... Aviators is overall better.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Second Pair
March 13th, 2013
by Ray
I had aviators for years without any problems, but when I upgraded to the mixmasters I thought I wasn't going to miss them and I gave them to my brother(which are still going strong). Boy was I wrong. The structure of these headphones are superior to any Skullcandys in the market. The sound is very sharp and clear. I wish it would have much better bass but I would sacrifice Bass for the clarity of this headphone.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
March 13th, 2013
by Mary
The Aviator is hands down the best looking set on the market. Even better is its spin your head around sound, bam!
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Favorite Headphones at a great price!!
February 7th, 2013
by Victor
I'm on my second set of aviators. First pair lasted me about a year and a half of heavy use before the microphone gave out. They were soon replaced by another set of Aviators from Skull Candy's lifetime warranty. I first tested these at an Apple store and was blown away when I realized they were Skull Candy. These are the most comfortable over the ear headphones I have used. For a medium sized head and ears, the cups do not touch my ears, giving me hours of comfortable listening. I'm not an audiophile, but I do enjoy my music. These headphones have a perfect balance of bass and treble for my needs. They are not noise cancelling, but I wasn't looking for a set of noise cancelling headphones. These headphones are pricier in the Skull Candy lineup, but I think they are well worth it for the comfort alone.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Aviators quality
February 2nd, 2013
by Peter
I bought aviators yesterday and they are very good. My friend has Beats Studio and the bass is more clear with aviators and the highs too. Aviators are more comfortable, but studios have noise cancelling and they are overpriced. I still prefer aviators :D Good work skullcandy
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Another Success by Skullcandy.
January 18th, 2013
by Jonah
I have owned a pair of aviators for over 5 months now, and they have not shown any sign of wear. They are very durable, as well as super stylish, nice to wear around the neck. They are also ridiculously comfortable, light to the touch, but play some music and they blow you away. These are the clearest cans I've ever heard, despite my range of headphones I've used. Beats, Senheiser, to name a few. The bass is tight and strong, not overpowering, but enough to maintain a spotlight for the crisp mids and clear highs. They are well rounded for any genre of music, an they are certainly the greatest cans in their price range. I would highly recommend these to anyone, as they can take on any music genre with ease.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
A great alternative to Beats!
January 2nd, 2013
by Nick Tandy
I was lucky enough to try these alongside a selection of Sennheiser, Beats, Fender and a few other makes. Of the lot the top end aluminium beats are still the king - JUST. At twice the price the Aviators walk all over them, i was lucky enough to be given a pair of white ones for Christmas and are the best headphones i've owned, fantastic spacialisation, great drive at the bottom end, clear and precise treble delivery, they deliver almost everything the beats ones do for a lot less investment. The memory foam ear pads make them incredibly easy to wear for long periods of time, they maybe don't shut out as much noise as the beats but the sound delivery makes up for it. If you're seriously considering paying out over £300 for a set of Beats headphones please try these first - you won't be disappointed, I know i'm not!
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
better than beats
December 30th, 2012
by Gm
i bought it yesterday and i think that they have the best sound ever!!!
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
December 24th, 2012
by Hackettttttt
I just got the customized aviators and they are great! the sound quality is great and are very comfortable. I had a pair of beats mixr's and they are pretty good. but those broke so i got these and they are way better. sound quality is about the same between the 2 but these are way more comfortable. the only thing i can find wrong is that the caps rattle a bit. But, all in all i think these headphones are the best i have ever had.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Just Amazing!
December 13th, 2012
by Bichoy
I have just got my Aviator and I was astonished by the quality of its sound and its stunning look! A real masterpiece for those who got ears!
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Simply Amazing
November 25th, 2012
by Markaus H
I'm only 16 but I have heard many pairs of headphones. Skullcandy did an amazing job with these headphones. The vocal are angel perfect and the bass is just right. These don't have bass that will make your ears hurt, it is just perfect. Vocals are like a church choir. Mids are hit perfect and lows and highs are mid blowing. I'm not Skullcandy fanboy, or no paid promoter, I'm just a kid with the low of music and great appreciation of whoever can enhance the music in which i listen to.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Good sound, Mediocre everything else
November 14th, 2012
by Mitchell C
In terms of sound, they are a great value and offer very compelling high, mids, and lows. I am literally hearing things in my music that my old earbuds never produced. They have good fidelity and handle any volume level very well, never allowing a frequency to be washed out or overpowered. For most audiophiles they should be able to meet their need for a wide range of balanced sound while staying true to the source. I will say, however, for the mainstream listeners who enjoy profuse amounts of bass, these may leave you feeling a little underwhelmed. Personally, I enjoy the fidelity over the "boom" factor of bass. Unfortunately, I cannot use these because they offer literally no sound isolation, external or internal sound. On both side of the cups there is simply too much unintended noise being emitted to allow for an enjoyable listening experience when you aren't in a quiet, and isolated place. Any levels above half your volume scale and your seat neighbor on the bus WILL hear the sequels of whatever you're listening to. Likewise, anything below half your volume scale and you will hear every sniffle, snort, mumble and roar that is happening around you. I use public transportation all the time and walk all around my college campus and am rarely in quiet or private places, therefore I need to isolation both ways and these headphones simply do not offer any whatsoever. Also, the braided wire transmits a lot of noise through the left cup, a problem exacerbated by large winter jacket collars that rub the wire when walking, which again, I do a lot of. Finally, while build quality seems above average, I was disappointed with the color-matching of the frame and cups for this red model. The painted red metal and the plastic red are two completely different hues that look cheap when you see them together. The plastic red appears lighter than the painted metallic parts which reminds me of the way plastics fade when subjected to too much sun exposure. This is a problem exclusive to the red headsets though, and shouldn't be a problem on the other headset color combos that intend to have different color finishes and hues.
November 11th, 2012
by Sienna
Took the Aviators for a spin in the store and I was absolutely left speechless! The quality of these headphones is outstanding and i definitely recommend at least giving them a try.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Good Experience Overall
November 2nd, 2012
by Doug
These are excellent headphones. The sound is excellent. The comfort is wonderful. They style is obviously awesome. One flaw, I am going on my 3rd pair because the cord broke on two of them. I use them very often, probably way more than the average person. But, it's just normal use, and the cord should be designed to handle years of normal use, not months. However, because of the lifetime warranty, and the exceptional service I have received from Skullcandy. I still give them 5 stars overall. The pros far outweigh the one con.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Soo much better than beats by dre
October 30th, 2012
by Xenio
My original idea was waiting to buy beats solo HD but then i tried them at my friends house...and it left speachless they where terribble for SUCH a huge price...so i switched over to skullcandy and they NEVER dissapoint me NEVER even the earbuds are good so keep going skullcandy!!
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
October 17th, 2012
by Chrispy G
Style, comfort, sound quality, these are all factors to consider when buying headphones. Most headphones focus on one and sacrifice in another area. There are ultra stylish and comfortable headphones that sound like total garbage, and then there are cans that produce sound from the gods and look like something a gargoyle might regurgitate. However, skullcandy saw this problem in the world of headphones and decided to do something about it; introducing the Skullcandy Aviator. These cans not only surpass the competition in style and comfort but also sound quality. Finally a good looking pair of sturdy headphones that sound good...wait not good, AMAZING! The sound staging (imaging) of the aviator is superb. You can really hear the depth in the music as it surrounds you and draws you in. For sure the forte in terms of sound are the vocals and mid highs. The balance is spectacular and makes for a very enjoyable headphone. The bass is very clean but at times it doesn't extend into the lower octaves. I would recommend these headphones to someone who likes rock, alternative, metal, classical, or any other vocal/mids and high focused. For stuff like dubstep, rap, drum and bass, and other bass heavy genres I would go with the Hesh 2.0 or if you are willing to spend a little more then defiantly go for the Mix Masters. for sound I give it a more than respectable 9/10. As far as build quality you can't beat the Aviators. Sure Skullcandy has had quality issues in the past but my goodness they did their best work on making these cans bulletproof. The earcup adjustment is very tight and gives you reassuring clicks as you move the housings up and down. The folding motion is very fluid and has just enough resistance to prevent the speakers from flopping around uselessly. (8/10) Now comfort. No question these are one of the most comfortable headphones on the market. The deep leather earpads sit perfectly on you head and provide just the right amount of cushion. The overall weight is very low so the headband won't fatigue your head. One complaint I do have is the poor sound isolation. In loud environments it can be difficult to hear your music, however at loud volumes it can be tolerated. The noise leakage is very low so others won't hear what you're listening to when you blast the tunes. (10/10 for comfort, 5/10 for isolation) In the end these are extremely desirable headphones that are outrageously comfortable, sound amazing, look fantastic, built like a tank, and hold the best warranty known to mankind. I can say I have suggested these to all of my friends that have asked about a new pair of headphones in this price range and will continue to do so until someone can match the value, quality, comfort, style, and sound of these amazing headphones. Skullcandy you know what you are doing! Keep pumpin' cans out and rock on!!
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Got these when they first came out
October 16th, 2012
by Christopher
Build quality is top notch. I've had these for close to 2 years, and they are still holding up everyday use! They are my favorite pair for sure. They show no signs of going any time soon, and whenever they do, I'll just get another pair! The sound is crisp, clean and always where I need it. I can wear these with glasses and my larger frame sunglasses as well. No comfort problems what so ever. These headphones are truly an investment you won't be sorry about!
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Not for people who wear glasses
October 16th, 2012
by Imrik
As always skull candy does not disappoint with fantastic sound quality and exquisite design. However I bought these in hope that an over ear headphone would hurt less than an on hear headphone while wearing glasses, as the ear piece of the glasses being pressed into your head for several hours can become extremely painful. Unfortunately this was not the case, they actually ended up hurting even more. If you don't wear glasses then you should have no problem with comfort, these are top notch. If however you, like me, are in search of a pair to comfortably wear with glasses, stay away.
They're good. No doubt.
October 12th, 2012
by Drew
I've had these headphones since July of 2011. They sound just as good if not better than anything I've ever listened to. I've ran with them on four times a week and the quality has remained the same since the day I got them out of the box. They're durable for sure. If these ever break, I'll buy some more identical ones the next day. They're also relatively inexpensive compared to the brands they compete with. I've never been a die-hard fan of any particular brand of anything, but Skullcandy pretty much owns my ears from now on.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Best sound for this price
October 7th, 2012
by Jo
I love these things! The sound is THE best I've seen, and they're ultra comfy! I've dropped these about 100 times, and the glass is still intact and the sound stays the same. The cord is the only thing I'd complain about. It's pretty flimsy, but you can just go and buy one for about $20 at any tech shop. The cord's detachable so you can just plug in any old cord to fix it. All my friends always complement me on how good they look, and they go with just about anything. If you're considering buying these, do! They last forever, and the sound stays great unlike Beats. A definite must-have for any music addict.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
The first edition were good, I'm expecting this new style to be AWESOME
September 30th, 2012
by Rob Clark Jr
Was looking for a good quality pair of headphones at a fair price. Beats were to much and plastic, as with the rest of the popular head phones. Did my research online, went to best buy and tried them. I bought the all black. At the time, there were only 2 color combos. Fell in love with them. Between music, laptop, and broadcasting, I wore them constantly for almost 2 months. Until the headphone jack started going bad. Used a piece of heat shrink tubing to help fix the issue. Month later, they stopped working all together. Was so upset I just put them in my closet. I watched a review on the newer style (by accident actually) and noticed the new model has a user replaceable head phone cable (which they should have done in the first place). I am super excited about this, and will be shipping my broken ones out ASAP and eagerly awaiting my replacement code so I can pick up the new style, in green and black. I have to say, these headphones provide great quality sound across the board, are durable and super comfortable. Now that the cord issue (which has happened to every pair of headphones I have owned) is user replaceable, I don't see me ever buying another style headphones (as long as I can order a second cord or they can add one in when I get my replacements, I do not see them on the site at this time). Side note: When you first buy them, the highs are a bit tinny. Give them time. Like all High quality headphones, the speaker drivers need to break in. I would plug mine into a music source and play dubstep for about 1.5 hours straight every night for a week at around 65% volume. I didnt even listen to them, just left them sitting in the other room while I did other things. Helped break them in real quick.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
September 16th, 2012
by Callum
I got fixed up with these after breaking my G.I's (thanks to lifetime warranty!) and I have to say these headphones are by far the most crisp and clear sounding headphone in every aspect of sound quality. I personally listen to DUBSTEP and these headphones keep the bass heavy with no distortion what so ever. An even clearer experience with rock and acoustic. I thought the bass could have a little more kick, but listening to other branded headphones, the bass in these will make you a proud owner of such excellent headphones. Build quality = 9/10 Looks = 10/10 Overall = Amazing headphone, well worth the money with lifetime warranty, can't ask for anything more.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
A Must have for mobile.
September 9th, 2012
by Roger
If you are constantly on the go, these headphones are for you, they are probably the best over-the-ear headphones for mobile devices.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
September 8th, 2012
by Thomas
I've had a pair of white aviators for about a year and I've used a bit of headphones and tried some other brands, and no pair of headphones compare to the unbeatable Skullcandy Roc Nation Aviators. Comfy, stylish, crystal clear sound, no other headphone has all of these and more, unlike the Aviators. Anyone who likes to listen to music with style, great sound, and a life changing experience should get these perfect headphones!
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Mind Blowing
September 8th, 2012
by Jonah
I just got my Chrome/Black Aviators, and when I opened the box, I had no idea that they would look THAT good. The solid build was complimented by the shiny silver rims and cups. So much better than the photos. And then I tried them on....my ears were in heaven the moment the soft ear cushion touched them. So I turned some music on, and my mind EXPLODED. The precise highs teamed with clear vocals, and the kicking bass backed it up. These headphones are perfect in every way.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Avaitors BRN/Gold
August 31st, 2012
by Willie griffin
The Best I`ve ever Had & Heard . Quality Workmanship, Superior Sound. And they look better than BEYON`CE
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
August 29th, 2012
by Flower child
THESE ROCK !!!! I'm an old hippy and my first set of headphones included a curly cord that needed to be plugged into my stereo receiver. Believe me, the best test for these is to listen to some classic 'headphones only' tunes by Jimi Hendrix or Led Zeppelin . . . . ROCK ON !!!
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Great for rock and metal!
August 25th, 2012
by Mark Ryan
The sound quality is very crisp and clear! I have owned two skullcrushers for about a year now, as with skullcrushers the bass is to over powering with rock and metal genres of music and makes it hard to hear the words in the songs. So, I decided to get the Aviators because I heard from another metal head that they were great for rock and metal. I totally agree with my friend they are ideal for rock and metal! Don't get me wrong the bass is still really good for rap and dubstep! There are only two things I think that could pose a problem; one is the cord is small in width which could be easily lost, and second thing is the sound canceling is to the greatest, it blocks about 50% of room noise. But over all I would recommend the Aviators for anyone who enjoys music in excellent sound quality! They are worth every penny! 5 out of 5 stars hands down!
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Beast Quality And Comfort
August 23rd, 2012
by Holly
The Skullcandy Avaitors are the best Skullcandy With the beast Quality and confort
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Pillows for your ears
August 20th, 2012
by Tina
i have tried several different types of overhear headphones in my day and I must say that I have NEVER worn a pair as comfortable as the Skullcandy Aviator. Not only is the comfort amazing but the sound quality is impeccable! The aviators sleek design and color options will have heads turning for sure!
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Aviators = my favorite SC headphones!
August 15th, 2012
by Billy REEF
So, first thing I need to say is that I've had 5 different Skullcandy headphones and 4 of them broke or lost sound in one ear. This sounds like a bad thing but if you think about it, headphones of all brands do this, regular wear will beat up the cable connections, it's just a fact of life. So, Skullcandy has it figured out, they know how to keep their customers happy. My personal example: all 4 of those SC headphones that broke on me were replaced without an extra dollar out of my pocket. The warranty program is the bomb. You don't even have to buy the same ones that broke, you can get a newer version or even a different style. Good work, Skullcandy! Anyway, on to my review of the Aviators. Style: Aviators are d@mn good looking. I've never got more compliments and positive comments on a pair of headphones in my life. These headphones are pretty/hot/boss/ballin'/bad@$$ or whatever words you prefer for describing mad good looks. Comfort: They stay put, keep the wind out when bombing hills on a longboard, and are comfortable for long sessions in front of a computer or biking around town. The "ear well" is shaped like an ear (i don't know why all headphones aren't this way) which I love, especially because I have slightly bigger ears (I'm 6'4"). Quality: These are study and well built. There is metal, not just the typical plastic in the headband. The ear pads come with backups if you want to switch up the color, and they stay put, only come off when you want. The sound is great, never could complain about the bass, mids, highs. I was completely satisfied bumping some beats loud or chilling to some downtempo jazz on near mute. Great quality. They also come with a legit protective carrying case (not the typical black silky bag they give out). The headphones partially fold up nicely , which is convenient and not found in most over the ear headphones. Overall: I would highly recommend these (especially if you can get them cheaper than the retail price)
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
August 3rd, 2012
by Me
These are awesome and have an amazing look to them.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Skullcandy RocNation Avaitors
July 31st, 2012
by Choice sauce
I would reccomend these headphones to everyone, these are a so good and such a great price. These compared to the beats by dre studio beats are in my opinion are better one way cheeper, two they are so much more comfortable, and three the sound is so crisp and clear not too much bass but not too little the beats are like having subs over your ears which i dont like. anyway the point im trying o reach is that these are outstanding headphones and i would reccomend these to everyone
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
An Absolute Treat
July 23rd, 2012
by Andrew
This is my second pair of Aviators. Not only do they have beautifully defined sound, but they are REMARKABLY comfortable. If you're really sub hungry, you might not get the over powering bass you want, but it's in good taste. I listen to hip-hop, dub-step, and punk, and the bass is nothing to scoff at. The sound is clear, crisp, and full on all levels. An absolute treat to listen to. Moreover: Other headphones just feel cheap and outdated (even tho their sound is fine) after owning these, haha. Seriously, the way headphones feel has never been so much a part of the listening experience. Solid, quality construction, feel, and look.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Roc Nation Aviators
July 19th, 2012
by Root Khan
I have been a big fan of Skullcandy for awhile now and when i saw the Aviators for the first time i immediately wanted them. I could only hope they would sound as good as they look which they do. Most people buy headphones instead of earbuds because of the Bass and these really bang the drums even at low volume. Couldn't ask for a better logo on the brand either, Roc Nation is pretty sick and i'm a fan, which gave me another reason to save up for a pair. Don't go buying Dr. Dre Beats thinking there the best..... because they're not. They're just over-rated and over-priced. Have some style and go get a pair of these instead. Even the box they came in was pretty amazing.....i kept that too.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Better than beats
July 16th, 2012
by Ales Manica
I bought these headphones cause the sound they produce is awesome. I spent an hour trying on different types of headphones and I fell in love with these. The sound quality is as i mentioned awesome, way better than the beats solo hd or beats mixr and they are also the most comfortable. They are the prettiest headphones out there by far. They are 50 bucks cheeper than the solo hd and they are worth every cent.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
June 24th, 2012
by Mike
I have these and I can listen to them forever without them hurting. They don't leak. They look very nice, and they are the most comfortable headphones ever !
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
June 20th, 2012
by Steve
these headphones sound and look awesome and the price is good.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
pretty good,
June 10th, 2012
by Andrew
ITS PRETTY GOOD,only problem is it sounds a little hollow,but over that its not bad,the bass is not overwhelming,but it packs a punch in volume.the case is leather and has pockets inside for the detachable cable,and the box is really cool.the headphones are a retro finish which changes the game when you rock these out in public.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Well done, Skullcandy.
May 26th, 2012
by Curtis G.
I've had Aviators before, Brown/Gold combo, but they were the old model that didn't feature a detachable cord. These headphones are top notch. SUPER comfortable, I've been wearing them since this morning when I got them and no discomfort whatsoever. Its like clouds on my ears. Sound quality is brilliant as well. Bass is controlled yet prominent, not muddy or anything. Not too much or too little; Its just right. Treble and clarity are fantastic, very crisp and warm sounding. You owe it to yourself to get these wonderful headphones.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Music FOR My Ears
May 17th, 2012
by Morjoie
I bought these headphones a couple of weeks ago after considering Soul by Ludacris, and comparably priced Sennheiser and Grado cans. To be honest, the looks got my attention first. How many brown headphones are there on the market anyway - especially with translucent cups?? And, even with listening in the store, there's no great way to really test cans in a store environment. Testing them out with my music over the last couple of weeks, I realized these are some great cans for the $150 price tag. I love the balanced approach to sound - the realization that music includes trebles and mids AS WELL AS bass (I'm looking at YOU, Dr. Dre!) I love all kinds of music, so that balanced approach comes in handy when I'm listening to classical, jazz, salsa, doo-wop, r&b, etc. After the pleasant surprise of how these beauties sound, I fell in love with all the thoughtful touches that make up the whole package - the folding cups, the soft leather carrying case, and most of all, the subtle styling that says "Skullcandy has arrived." Someone, either the RocNation team, Skullcandy designers - or maybe even Jay Zee himself - realized that subtlety can speak volumes. The red RocNation liner inside the carrying case, the (barely there) skull imprint on the case, the small gold skull accents on the headphone band, well done! Something else that represents welcome attention to detail - the nylon wrapped ear wire that is detachable. These days, a detachable ear wire is a "must have" in any set of cans over $100. The nylon wrapping reduces tangling. I am glad I coughed up the $150 for these cans. Now, here's why I gave only 3 stars for "value." There's a mic/volume/playback control close to the top of the ear wire. For one thing, it's too close. Most importantly, it only works with ipod/iphones. Supposedly it works with other smartphones, but I have an Android smartphone and the mechanism doesn't work. There are plenty of other lower-priced headphones on the market with this type of mechanism that is compatible with all kinds of devices -not just Apple devices. It's a chintzy touch to an otherwise stellar product. Still, these are terrific headphones, retro styling and faithful sound reproduction in one very cool package.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Honest Review by Loyal Customer
May 11th, 2012
by William Patterson
The sound is crisp. The mids and highs are on point, and the bass is there, but not as "boom" as they should be in my opinion. I understand, you weren't going for a bassy phone, but sometimes I have to listen for the bass. My 2011 Chrome FMJ buds had 3x the bass and still a clear range of sounds. I also really miss the see-through plastic lenses. That was a really cool feature unique to the black and brown Aviators and a real selling point. It was also where the character of these phones came from. Being able to see the driver and mechanics reminded me of looking at a pair of aviators. The pouch and boxing was incredible though, as always.
Can't Recommend Highly Enough
May 10th, 2012
by Matthew
I received these and absolutely love them. They look great, feel even better and the sounds they produce is the best I've ever heard from Skullcandy. They handle bass with ease and high-tones equally as well. You'll almost forget you're wearing them even after wearing them for a long time. I'm always getting comments on how to they look and the quality of their built. I simply can't recommend these highly enough.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
i like these headphones
May 10th, 2012
by DahooH.
very crisp, clear sound, best ive owned & i had beats studios, beats solo hd, beats wireless, and mix master mikes , but i dont know why i like these the most
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Sound = Amazing, Comfort = Most Amazing
May 9th, 2012
by Maggie
I've tried several over ear headphones, and these are by far my favorite. I had some other headphones at a similar price point, and these are 10 times better. The sound quality is great, listening to any type of music. I've used these on the plane, and while they aren't noise cancelling, they sure do get loud enough to make you forget you are on the plane, without bursting your ears. My favorite thing about these headphones though, is the comfort. I have my headphones on all day at work, and these are sooo much more comfortable than anything I've found. The cushion around the ears is so, so nice. The band that goes over and sits on top of your head is soft and never digs in. I used to have to take other headphones off after a few hours, but these babies last me through the whole day.
Best Skullcandy Product
May 9th, 2012
by Dallen Pearson
Sound lives up the the supreme sound name. Very good build, im not sure if i like the change from metal to plastic in the main bars on the headphones. I like the detachable wire simply because it makes it easier to store the headphones and its give them greater durability. Plus ive heard that if the wire breaks you just have to send in the wire and theyll send you a new one, instead of having to send in the headhones themself. The mic, track control and volume buttons work great. Vioce control on my ipod is smooth and accurate. Volume change is easy and very convinient. The comfort is very, very good. When you first put these babies on they just feel natural. No pressure points, no shallow padding. Some people question whether the headband will be uncomforable, not the case, it provides a very natural fit that doesnt cause discomfort. Overall a very good pair of cans :)
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Recommended if you're on a $150 budget
May 9th, 2012
by Aaron
Very good bass and sound and very comfortable. Quality seems good and cool style. Could be a little cheaper but not too overpriced, definitely recommend if you are willing to spend some extra money.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Seriously the best looking headphone ever made
May 8th, 2012
by Robbie
This is the raddest looking headphone I've ever seen. And they are comfortable! The sound is better than some other high end headphones I've tried so I guess I'm pretty impressed that they only cost $150. Way to go Skullcandy.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Best Headphones Ever
May 6th, 2012
by Connor McCoy
These headphones are very comfortable, portable, and the sound quality is the best i have ever heard. The detatchable cord feature is also very useful. It also comes with a leather carrying puch. Buy these
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Best Headphones Ever!
May 6th, 2012
by Hollie
I bought these headphones yesterday, and I have not put them down since! When comparing these to the Beats by Dr Dre range, these are so much more durable. They feel much sturdier and stronger.The sound quality is brilliant and they are so comfy to wear! The look of them is amazing. Fallen in love with them! Brilliant Product!
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
I love this product!!!!!!
May 5th, 2012
by Diana
I love this product!!!!!! my #SkullCandy headphones have amazing bass lol i love it :))
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
These are Great
May 1st, 2012
by Connor McCoy
These are the best headphones on earth!!!!!! I definately reccomend these, i won them off of a skullcandy contest on facebook and i am extremely satisfied with these. They blow Beats By Dre Pro's out of the water. Buy these!!
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Great Sound and Stylish
May 1st, 2012
by Jacarda
These are the best headphones I have ever used. The comfort is top notch, my ears don't get sore like they have with other headsets; they can get a little warm after a while though. Very Stylish, I love the looks of these headphones, have gotten plenty of complements on them. Audio quality is great, my music has never sounded better.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
April 30th, 2012
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Just what I was looking for
April 30th, 2012
by Dustin
These headphones were exactly what I was searching for. To start it off they sound great, look great, and feel great. Love the in line music player controls. They store away great in the backpack when you should be paying attention to things other than your music, and don't come out scratched up with a tangled mess of a cord. The shiny bits are still shiny, the clear bits are still crystal clear, and no amount of listening will leave your ears sore. I'm glad there is a lifetime warranty because these are the only headphones I ever want to use
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
they roc
April 28th, 2012
by Tiffany hall
This head.phone are so worth it try them
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Cool for girls!
April 27th, 2012
by Karina
Love them...stylish, amazing sounds and so comfortable to wear, adjustable headband length, easy to clean and compact enough to carry (road case)...aaah...great value indeed!!! =)
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
The Best Ive had
April 26th, 2012
by Tyler
Im a huge fan of skullcandy, and ive had the skullcrushers, the GI's, the FMJ's, and the Heavy medal's, and i got these at an exchange shop 2 days ago. They are the best sounding headphones ive ever had, they have a really durable feel to them and they have very nice and clear highs while having deep and precise mids and lows. I highly recomend them
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
favoret pair of headphones ever owned
April 26th, 2012
by Josh ze
i love these head phones i have useds beats soals and bows and no can conpare
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Really Love these
April 19th, 2012
by Josh
These headphones are just what I needed. I thought about getting Beats and Soul Headphones, but I had a preference for some headphones that were portable and JUST enough sound for gaming/listening to music and videos on my laptop/imac/ipod/ipad. They fit perfectly in my travel bag and they don't break as easily compared to my previous headphones. Yes, you could find better quality headphones, but I would recommend these for a person who is looking for a casual headset for style and on-the-go. You can take the wiring out which is beneficial to sticking it easily in a travel bag since most headsets have the cord permanently attached to the headset. I think the pricing is reasonable. A good headset which will last you for quite a while usually costs between 100-200 dollars at a minimal.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Frikin amazing!
April 12th, 2012
by Michael arnold II
I have had these headphones for 8 months now and from the time i first put them on to now, they have been simply fantastic! Before i bought them i tried the beats studios just to see what the fuss was about... it was all talk & very little walk. I tried the Bose and that was wonderful also, the thing that the Bose had was the noise cancellation; but these had the style sound quality and appeal that the Bose was missing. Totally worth every penny!
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
1 Small Problem
April 8th, 2012
by Eric
I Just Cannot Get Them In The Carry Case, No Matter How I Fold Them I Still Cannot Get Them In. Other Than That These Headphones Are Perfect!! The Sound Quality Blew Me Away, They Are So Comfy That I Forget That They Are Even On My Head I Highly Recommend These To Anyone Who Wants High Quality Headphones,Well Done Skullcandy.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Skullcandy Avitors Rocknation
April 6th, 2012
by Sebastián M
The skullcandy Aviators Rocknation headset is worth every penny. I have never had a set of hedsets with the quality of sound so good as the Aviators. Verry confterbel, and and eye catcher.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Awesome Headphones
March 30th, 2012
by Erik5595
I had a pair of Hesh and my last headphones were $200+ noise cancelling ones. The aviators have the same drivers as the hesh (so sound about the same) and I like the sound better than the noise-cancelling ones (though they are not as good for in a noisy environment). they are also way more durable than Hesh (both sides of the headband snapped on those). Plus, the Aviators look sick. They may not have as much bass as some people might like, but I listen mostly to metal and these are perfect. Definitely some of the best headphones I've ever used.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Excellent Product, Excellent Company
March 27th, 2012
by Navraj
I'm a medical student = I have to block out the world's noises at times and hear ONLY what I'm listening to, in order to get work done. These are awesome. Comfortable enough to be worn all day, can't really hear much outside of them, and the quality/variability of sound is rich. The pair I bought in 2011 broke. The male plug piece broke off one day. I mailed the broken set to skullcandy and 3 weeks later I've got a free brand new replacement-pair and couldn't be happier. Excellent product, Excellent company.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
great but with some faults
March 22nd, 2012
by Jo
the're awesome headphones, and the're really comfy, but the cord isn't that good. it frays and the connector part isn't working that well... but over all really good
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
March 16th, 2012
by Cam Cam
These headphones are great. When people say the bass isn't good, it's just clear. I love these there sooooo comfortable I couldn't believe it. I like theses more than Beats, just saying.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
I really want to 5 star these....
March 14th, 2012
by Daks
...but the jack construction has me miffed. I got these headphones in December as a little xmas gift for myself and now in March, the right side cuts out intermittently. I've taken to soaking the cord area in gorilla glue to kind of hold it, but it's getting worse. For 150 dollar headphones, the sound quality is SO worth it, there's fantastic high and mid range and great (but not fake) bass. The actual headphones look amazing, the pads are comfy as heck and all, but I really expected the jack to last longer than the 15 dollar ink'd buds I used to buy all the time. And I know the warranty is going to label this as me breaking them as opposed to a defect. I recommend these highly, but get 2012 models with a detachable cord and be kind to the jack unless you want to be paying 75 dollars every 4 months.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
March 13th, 2012
by Javier
These headphones sound great and look even better. Because of comfort and great passive noise-cancelling I can wear these for hours. The look of the headphones is sure to draw a crowd, especially if you take a paint pen or sharpie and make them your own and draw on the ear cups. I definentaly would suggest these to a friend
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
March 12th, 2012
by Will
Beats are so overrated these r just as good.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
March 10th, 2012
by Matt
These earphones are awesome. The design is nice and simple and not too flashy, the sound is great, and it is the most comfortable earphone on the market in my opinion. In my opinion, if you are to look for an earphone within the 200 dollar price range, this is the one to buy.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Holy Awesome Sauce and Steak, Batman!
March 8th, 2012
by Diana
I simply love these headphones. They go with most of my clothes, and are super comfortable to wear. If I actually trusted the kids at my school, I'd take them to school everyday. The only thing that kind of put me off would be the cord. Oh man, that cord. I love the fact that the cord comes off, but being the ditzy busy high school girl I am, I lost the cord almost a month after I got them, and I unfortunately had to use a white audio cord. I haven't taken my Aviators out and about because it just looks so horrid. Plus, I have to adjust the ugly cord every now and then to hear the music properly. Other than that, I love my aviators and the quality they produce. Also; Aviators + Gorillaz = Awesome Sauce of Epicness that the Pope Uses on his Toast Everyday. Just Sayin.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
March 6th, 2012
by Noneyobiz
These are the best headphone. wayyyy better then those 500 dollar beats by dr. dre. I was about to waste my money on those but then we went to best buy and i fell in love
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
15th Birthday
March 6th, 2012
by Kaynine
As my Title implies, I got these for my 15th birthday. I used a good portion of the money I got to get these, and it was well worth it. I produce dubstep music and listen to rap, and these headphones are amazing for both. I had my dad try them on and listen to some music and he said "Wow, thats probably the best I've heard music, simply makes music better." I recommend these to anyone. Oh by the way, the comfortability is like no other, I can wear them for hours while producing.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
February 29th, 2012
by Leif H
I got these as replacements for the hesh headphones and wow it's amazing the difference. I can hear beats of songs I didn't even know were there. And these are so comfortable it's not like wearing beats by Dre as in you know your practically wearing speakers on your head. These feel like you're wearing sound its self and the durability is awesome I have never had a pair of headphones this good and they look sweet too. For the money I can honestly say these are worth every penny if you're using them every day like me!!!!
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Just Plain Awesome
February 24th, 2012
by NEo
Cool Looking Design based on the Aviator Sung Glasses, Nice Build Quality, Sound and Bass is crisp clear,and the most "Comfortable" headphones I have ever used. I've been using it for hours up until now Im still wearing it while I am making this review. The braided cable helps keep it tangle free and it also comes with a volume button with a mic for answering calls and what more can I say? it is Just Plain Awesome!!
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
These Rock!
February 23rd, 2012
by Ed
After a few years with the SK Pros (which I loved), I decided to switch it up and get a different pair. The Aviators did not disappoint. From the packaging, look/feel, to the sound quality, these headphones are top notch. Not only is the sound amazing, but these are really comfortable. I use my headphones 8+ hours a day for work/school, so forgetting that they're on is key. I highly recommend.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
February 18th, 2012
by Whitfield
I am 40 Years old. I'm NOT A part or the Punk-Nerd, Skinny-Jeans, Rainbow Colored-Sweet, Generation-! I Remember When Looking Cool Was Cool-! We Wore ALL-Black all the time, Like N.W.A., and Metallica-! These Earphones are the best pair of earphones that I have ever Owned. The Frequency Response Is Great, And They Kill Alot Of Outside Noise! I Wish That I Could MIX and Master Music With These-! The Brown and Gold ALWAYS Gets Me Complements-! The Stylish Look Of These Earphones, Always Get Attention When I wear Them, And When I am In The Car, and need to take a call, They are the best Thing To use to talk Business, and NOT Hear Atlanta Traffic. Really Good Product-!
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
February 17th, 2012
by Bailey
i love these headphones they are aweosme for listening to music or a long time they can hold so much bass just as much as beats ( maby more) and have a really good sound quality
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
February 13th, 2012
by Darrian
Love these headphones. I constantly get complements when im walking on campus. my only con is that the track control button is too close to your ear. but other then that there great.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
My next and only set of headphones
February 12th, 2012
by Wallnut
Wow, not only do these look great, but they sound amazing across many different genres of music. The earcups are soft and smooth. The headband fits my large melon and feels secure without feeling tight and causing discomfort. The inline mic and single sided wire feed add needed functionality. All the colors look so good it makes picking one set difficult.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Steampunk all the way
February 11th, 2012
by Logan
Such a great look and i get nothing but compliments! So comfortable and sturdy. It suffered so many usage and folds into my bags easily. Better then the Dre cheap overpriced junks. Skullcandy is more reliable and fun. Even the company are confident with their product and their warranty protection service excel any other brands. A+ skullcandy.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
bang for your buck
February 2nd, 2012
by Sean
OMG!!!!!! best headphones out there i got the headphones for xmas i love them totaly bang for your buck. you get great sound for sound recording air travel, cool look, very durable, high class, put these up aganist those stupid dr.dre beats solo the skullcandys win. $50 dollars less then the beat solo. these make the music clean and clear not muted perfict headphones.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
January 31st, 2012
by JAckson Robinson
These headphones challenge the top of the market. They have great sound quality, great comfort, and the best look. In my mind they are much better than Beats.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
January 30th, 2012
by Shifter22
They are the most comfortable headphones I've ever worn. the sound is very crisp and clear, and it sounds amazing, but theres not a lot of bass. the cord never gets tangled and they are really durable. the look is very unique and turns a lot of heads.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Pretty Awesome
January 28th, 2012
by Sketch
-Crazy comfy -Well balanced, crystal clear sound -Sick looks I landed a buttery hospital flipped down a four stair but these are even cooler than that! Ive had them for about six months and i havent been able to find a better pair from any competitor (including beats). If you are looking for a pair of premium headphones, i highly reccomend the roc nation aviators!
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
amazing product ! but ...
January 27th, 2012
only problem with this headphone .. the wire is left sided .. and when I use it on Imac the wire is passing over my mouse because the iMac's audio output is on the right ..
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
U Won't Regret It
January 24th, 2012
by Natalie
Most comfortable headphones especially laying down in bed. I also have beats by dre and these are far better and way more comfortable for half the price. Loved them so much I have a white and brown pair.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Crispy and Spicy ^_^
January 18th, 2012
by Corbinicus
Every aspect of these headphones are crisp and spicy. You have a metallic top that is durable. Super plush comfy cushions that don't squish your eyes out of your head. Supreme sounding music that gives you a full sound unlike other headphones. Folds for travel which I enjoy since I travel a lot and the frictionless nylon cord with the ability to detach from the head set is a fantastic element to the product. The bonus is the Mic3 that allows me to use my iPhone to talk and use voice command. It brings a lot of attention to the headphones because people are always asking, "You can talk on the phone? Where's the microphone?". Oh also golden inserts! Waaaaaaay sexy thank you Skullcandy for your ways!
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Don't plan on buying new headphones for a while! 8D
January 15th, 2012
by AviatorLover
These are sick headphones. The sound is great, not too loud, bass doesn't overpower the actual song. Stoopid comfy, i forgot i was wearing them at one point. They fold up easily, fit great in my backpack. They're not overly expensive, especially for the quality. Only thing is i keep worrying about scratching the lens, but so far, no scratches. X) the frosting is they look great, the brown/gold have a steampunk-like look, while the black and the white have a great futuristic look.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
swwwweeeeettttt headset
January 11th, 2012
by Asdf
they were wayyyy better than beats solos and I truely enjoy them
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Best Headphones
January 8th, 2012
by Grisby
The pillow like headphones make the Aviators feel like your not even wearing them. Also the sound quality is one of the best.
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Better than Beats :D
January 8th, 2012
by SKMaster98
Ok i gunna give it to ya straight these headphones are AWESOME!. They have AMAZING sound clarity but not that much base so if you are looking for booming base don't get these but get the Skullcrushers. For AMAZING sound GET these!. I personally think these have wayy better sound than Beats. The ear coutions are CRAZY soft i can wear these for hours on end and it feels like they are not on my head!. Bottom line.. GET these headphones if you are looking for amazing sound and GREAT looks. if you are wearing these You will look FLY!
BOTTOM LINE YES, I recommend this product
Honestly Impressed
Aviator: USA Today Skullcandy Aviator Headphone Review
September 13, 2012
If you insist on listening to music after (or during) a gnarly day on the slopes, these musical earmuffs might appeal to you. With a high maximum volume and decent tracking, these over-ear headphones can provide a bumpin' soundtrack while you think about how extreme you were out on the hill.
Clearly these headphones aren't for everyone, but for someone willing to shell out extra dough for non-vanilla studio headphones, these beasts beat the Monster Beats in construction and sound.
Aviator: Skullcandy Aviator
May 1, 2012
Publication: InnerFidelity.com
"The way it was, is not the way it is." - Jamie Oman, Skullcandy Director of Product Developement
Over the course of two days I had conversations with Dan Levine, Executive VP and Chief Marketing Officer; Pete Kelly, Director of Industrial Design; and Jamie Oman, Director of Product Developement for Skullcandy.I asked very direct questions about their intentions from the outset, and throughout the design and development process with regard to the sound quality goals of the Aviators, and I was pleasantly surprised with the answers.
About 2 1/2 years ago, Rick Alden (Skullcandy's founder) decided that Skullcandy needed to be in the game as a serious headphone maker. I think a little context is in order: "in the game" and "serious" is not expressed by these guys in the smooth tones of suited corporate MBA drones. These guys ride boards on snow and surf; they see themselves as just one division of the action-sports army; the one there to provide the tunes. From Skullcandy's SEC filing:
"Our brand symbolizes youth and rebellion, and embodies our motto, "Every revolution needs a soundtrack."
When their "serious" talk about "getting in the game" contained phrases like "successfully implement our growth strategy" or "manufacturer selection and qualification program" or "stylizing a previously-commoditized product and capitalizing on the increasing pervasiveness, portability and personalization of music," it felt a lot more like they were saying "I popped a kick-flip to Nollie on the bench, then smooved a 5-0 grind to Caballerial on the concrete, dude" than some soulless accountant-speak. I liked these guys. In the last two years they've double their engineering staff; spent a half-million bucks on R&D gear for labs here in the States and at their facility in China; and have gotten so serious about premium product this statement appears as one of five major growth strategies in their SEC filing:
"Grow Our Premium Product Offering." - To date, the vast majority of our products have been priced in the $10 to $70 range. With our recently introduced $150 Aviator headphones and $250 Mix Master headphones, we have begun to expand our premium headphone offering and believe we can increase our share of this growing market. By offering premium products, we believe we can further strengthen our brand and broaden our reach to consumers with greater discretionary income. "After a couple of hours on the phone with these guys, I hung-up quite convinced there is a remarkably good possibility we will be hearing better sounding headphones from Skullcandy in the future.
The terrifically good looking Skullcandy Roc Nation Aviator (from $149) is also the best sounding "lifestyle" headphone I've heard to date ... by a wide margin. Head-to-head with all headphones of its type and price, the Aviator compares well against the established bests-of-breed. Understandably, the Aviator falls a bit short in bass extension when compared to the cans with larger earpieces and tighter seals around the ear; but it bests most in its ability to deliver a wonderfully balanced and cheerful sound.If you don't want to walk around with a fugly-black-but-maybe-slightly-better-sounding-lump-of-highly-engineered-plastic on your head, you'll be glad to know I'm giving the Aviators a big thumbs-up with my left hand ... and throwing up an index finger and pinky up with my right. Highly, highly recommended.
Technical Specs
- 34 ohms
- 104 dB (1mW/500Hz)
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Garden centre to triple café size
A Gloucestershire garden centre is hoping to enjoy a boost to business by more than tripling the size of its café.Fosseway is hoping for more customers, spending more
Fosseway Garden Centre in Moreton-in-Marsh has gained planning permission from Cotswold District Council to grow Timothy's Café's kitchen, serving and seating area from 200sq m to 674sq m.
Garden centre owner Tim Godwin told DIY Week that the bigger café would be a new build.
"It will start building in March next year to be open in September," he said, "and the existing café becomes part of the shop."
He said that that would provide an additional 2,000sq ft for the expansion of the centre's garden furniture and barbecue offer.
"I think we'll be adding more depth to the arrangement from existing suppliers," he said.
Fosseway's plans have met with opposition from some local traders, worried that the larger café would take business away from the town.
However, planning officers at the council decided that it was unlikely to boost customer numbers significantly, although Mr Goodwin admitted: "Its earning potential is good. We're hoping for more customers, spending more."
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The Boswell town council and Public Works Authority held two executive sessions during Tuesday's regular meetings, which lasted several hours. The acceptance of Michael Armbrister to provide animal control services was approved. He will undergo a background check and application for a commission card. During the period he serves, he'll wear a shirt that identifies him as providing animal control services. He will use his own vehicle with proper outfitting until a vehicle can be obtained for the purpose. The result of action toward the Boswell Reading Center included the agreement to use the assistance of Chris Pierce for Internet services. There were agenda items in both meetings regarding the request for the reduction of comp time from two hours to one hour. Pending further research, the comp time will be reduced to one hour per call for both the PWA and town. It was voted to begin services with auditor David Gandall. Sealed bids were opened for the vacant property on West and Main Street. The bids were not accepted and the bidding process will be re-opened. The project at the school started during the summer, which involves dismantling a sidewalk, will proceed with volun-teer labor and the use of the town's backhoe. The operation of the backhoe is to be provided by a city employee. Jim Robinson will provide his truck for hauling. It was a matter with no action taken, as it will be performed on a voluntary basis. On June 10, Phil Ross, representing the USDA Rural Development project and an engineer, will visit the property considered for the well project with escorts including the Belvins and members of the council. In new business, the concerns of a citizen were heard regarding a fine decided by the court.


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Brownsea Island in Poole Harbour has campsites and a cottage which are used by members of the Scout and Guide movements. These are all in the vicinity of the original campsite on the south shore used by Lord Baden-Powell for his experimental camp which led to the start of Scouting. This area is on lease to the Scout & Guide Association from the National Trust who own the Island
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1. No Church in the Wild (Feat. Frank Ocean)
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anthemic, bass-heavy bazooka shot underscoring the duo's literal and metaphorical relationship with spirituality and religion.
2. Lift Off (Feat. Beyoncé)
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"We gonna take it to the moon/ Take it to the stars," sings B
3. Niggas in Paris
Produced by Hit-Boy and Kanye West
"Paris" stands out for its punishing drums, ominous snyths, and Jay-Z's double-time raps. This is the Jay-Z that "Big Pimpin'" fans missed.
4.Otis (Feat. Otis Redding)
Produced by Kanye West
It's a curious track for a single, with no recognizable horn blasts or fun
5. Gotta Have It
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Here's your new "Brooklyn's Finest."
6. New Day
Produced by The RZA, Kanye West, and Mike Dean
"I want him to have an easy life/ And not have a Yeezy life"
7. That's My Bitch
Produced by Q-Tip and Kanye West
heavy drums !
8. Welcome to the Jungle
Produced by Swizz Beatz
"I look in the mirror/ My only opponent."
9. Who's Gon Stop Me
Produced by Sham "Sak Pase" Joseph and Kanye West
soaring synths, deep bass, and a looped vocal of "I Can't Stop" turn the track into the most experimental dance songeither rapper has attempted. This is ELECTRONIC MUSIC !!!!!!
10. Murder to Excellence
Produced by Swizz Beatz and S1
Throne's lushest track
11. Made It In America (Feat. Frank Ocean)
Produced by Sham "Sak Pase" Joseph
Autobiographical track + Frank Ocean singing the evocative hook celebrating Martin Luther King, Jr. and Malcolm X that says, in part, "Sweet baby Jesus/ We made it into America,"
12. Why I Love You (Feat. Mr Hudson)
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#307 – Naked (1993) – Dir. Mike Leigh
One of the most fascinating, complex, and divisive characters is unleashed upon the unsuspecting public in Mike Leigh's moody and ruminative odyssey through London. Only known as Johnny, David Thewlis captures lightning in a bottle with his live wire acting, which earned him Best Actor at Cannes in 1993. Leigh is no slouch here either, he won Best Director as well, crafting and ultimately capturing the enigma that is Johnny and the strangeness of the world he inhabits. Continue reading


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The temptation, upon entering Charles Mitchell's dorm room at Bucknell University, is to assume that he's kidding. The doormat features a picture of Hillary Clinton and the injunction, ''Wipe Liberally.'' A vast American flag festooned in red, white and blue Christmas lights adorns one wall, along with a faded Reagan-Bush '84 poster and a small photograph of the cowboy-hatted Gipper himself. The sole concession to any interest outside right-wing politics is a wall hanging of an African jungle scene. ''My nod,'' says Mitchell, an intense 20-year-old history major, ''to multiculturalism.''
There's an element of youthful provocation at work in all this, of course -- an awareness, on Mitchell's part, that any liberal who dares to enter here will reel back in horror. (''It's fun to freak people out,'' as he puts it.) But it would be a mistake to assume that his décor reflects only a sophomoric search for self-definition. Having just completed his sophomore year, Mitchell is a dead-serious political ideologue, a right-wing activist so effective that he has been singled out by leaders of the national movement as one of its rising young stars. This past year's editor in chief of Bucknell's conservative newspaper, The Counterweight, and a founding member of the Bucknell University Conservatives Club, he has come to this small liberal-arts college tucked amid the cornfields in Lewisburg, Pa., not solely to educate himself (he holds down a 3.9 G.P.A.), but also to spread the conservative gospel, to wage war with what he considers an egregiously liberal faculty and administration and to win the hearts and minds of his politically undecided peers. Which is why it is both a joke and not a joke when he announces on his dorm-room answering machine: ''I can't come to the phone at the moment because I'm out advancing the great conservative revolution.''


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I trust, and I know, and I'm glad that many of you have already made plans on this post-Thanksgiving day to come see us kick off the Charles Cherniss Tournament of Toys tonight at One Colorado. So thanks for that.
Old Pasadena - land of no big boxes! There will be absolutely no camping out in tents on the sidewalk or waiting in line for the opportunity to buy loss-leader flat-screen TVs.
Sure, after coming by to meet Rose Queen Vanessa Manjarrez and watch her light the very tall Christmas tree, you might do some shopping. You're already out, after all. Drinks. Dinner at Robert Simon's Bistro AKA or Sushi Roku or Il Fornaio. There's usually hot chocolate thanks to the One Colo people. And if you've got little kids, I know you won't want to miss the opportunity to have their pictures taken with St. Nick in return for any unwrapped gift or book in support of the CC ToT and the Pasadena Jaycees' Operation Santa.
You can also pull me or any Jaycee aside and write a check to the Tournament of Toys if you don't have a gift.
But after I wrote the annual column last week reminding readers about the Star-News' charity, which has for 30 years worked with the Jaycees buying toys for thousands of West San Gabriel Valley kids that are delivered Christmas Eve by Santa and Mrs. Claus, I got a telephone message from former Pasadena police lieutenant and Rose Bowl boss Dave Jacobs telling me something I've never known about the charity.
It's that Lay Leishman, whose father built the Rose Bowl and who was both president and later grand marshal of the Tournament of Roses himself, named our little operation.
"It was at one of the first organizational meetings Chuck held" after he stepped in to run the toy drive when City Hall nixed the permit for the biker gang that used to roar into town to drop toys just south of the stadium in the Arroyo Seco, Dave said.
"Lay said, `We've already got the Tournament of Roses. So that means you're the Tournament of Toys."'
Now we know.
Thanks so much to so many of you who have already sent in your annual tax-deductible checks that allow the Jaycees to buy toys in bulk for their Christmas Eve deliveries. And thanks in advance to those of you who would still like to contribute. Checks made out to the Tournament of Toys may be mailed to the Pasadena Star-News c/o Larry Wilson, 911 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena, Calif., 91106.
And there are still opportunities for children to have a special visit on Christmas Eve. Carrying on a tradition its members began in 1934, the Jaycees collect letters to Santa Claus written by any kid in Pasadena and surrounding cities. Letters should be mailed to Santa Claus, 474 W. Walnut St., Pasadena, Ca. 91103. Letters must include the child's name, age and address and should be postmarked by Dec. 15. Please include the names and ages of other children who will be at the house that night as well.
Tonight, I'm especially looking forward to the new emcee at the One Colorado tree-lighting ceremony, which begins at 6p.m. sharp.
That's because I've taken a look at the script for moderne antiquarian Charles Phoenix's presentation, and I see that there'll be a video of his favorite Southland Christmas kitsch, including a "Jello Xmas tree and a floating gingerbread house."
That kind of thing just screams the holidays, no? And is so much more fun than a cheap TV.
The Phoenix mantra: "Get in touch with your inner Americana, embrace it, have a sense of humor about it."
Roger that. See you tonight!
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Sat Jan 26, 2013 12:14 pm Flaherty stuck around as a Rule 5 draft choice by the Orioles last season, getting some starts as a utility man. He's shown average and pop in the minors but clearly wasn't ready last season.
Fantasy Source Spin: Hopefully he'll get more seasoning, but Flaherty might be able to help single leaguers in a year or two.


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Container gardens are excellent devices for the space-challenged gardener or the garden with a trouble spot. They can add a jolt of colour or a small pocket of serenity. What you quickly learn is that the container is as important as the plants to providing a satisfying visual experience. Here are a few of the lovely books inspiring me this year.
Succulent Container Gardens: Design Eye-Catching Displays with 350 Easy-Care Plants by Debra Lee Baldwin (Timber Press 2010)
Succulents are the perfect plant for container gardening in Calgary. Abetted by our strong sunshine and dry climate, containers dry out quickly. Succulents get by with minimal water, so are more forgiving for absent-minded gardeners. Succulents have impressive sculptural qualities that add texture to the garden; their little leaves are bulked up like young dudes on steroids.
Baldwin's containers are varied and interesting. Hard materials, such as crushed gravel, polished pebbles, marbles or driftwood, complement colourful plants.
Successful Container Gardening: 75 Easy-to-Grow Flower and Vegetable "Gardens" by Joseph R. Provey (Creative Homeowner 2010)
Provey suggests winning combinations like planting rosemary with oregano, pineapple mint and lavender and recommends saving 4-gallon nursery containers for larger vegetables like squash. "Chard is one of those amazing plants that's difficult to eat fast enough," he says. Not quite my experience last summer.
The book has clear instructions for making hypertufa containers. Hypertufa is a composition of Portland cement, peat moss, sand and vermiculite. Planters made from this material mimic old stone water troughs which are expensive, hard to heft as well as hard to find.
(Find easy-to-follow instructions online as well from sources like Fine Gardening and Martha Stewart.)
Container Gardening: Fresh Ideas for Outdoor Living by Hank Jenkins (Sunset 2010)
"Think of containers as problem-solvers," advises Jenkins. You can target these tiny perfect gardens to suit your situation. They can be customized for sun or shade, ornamental or edible. They might feature scent or water. Choose the container to suit your style, for example, contemporary, formal or rustic.
I love the Japanese-inspired combination of spiky grass-like rush encircled by Scotch moss on p. 104. His chef's special combines Early Girl tomato with purple ruffles basil, garlic chives and jalapeno chili in a galvanized tub.
Continuous container gardens : swap in the plants of the season to create fresh designs year-round by Sara Begg Townsend (Storey Pub. 2010)
The title says it all. One of the delights of container gardening is that a failed experiment or just end-of-season weedy growth can be refreshed into a beauty spot with new plants to suit the season and it's not a deep-pocket enterprise. If you hit the garden centers late in the season, there are beautiful bargains for refilling pots.
For those who enjoy formal gardens, Container Topiary (2003) by Susan Berry shows how to sculpt plants into globes, spirals and standards. Standards are neat balls of flowers or foliage on top of a clear stem – lollipop plants. For garden whimsy, twist wire into bird and animal shapes to support the plants which are trimmed to the shape.
Better Homes and Gardens Complete guide to container gardening by Kate Carter Frederick (John Wiley & Sons, 2010) demonstrates the creation of planters from concrete pavers that are budget-friendly containers with contemporary flair (p. 46).
Salvage Style in Your Garden: Inspirational ideas and over 30 projects for using rescued and recycled materials in the garden by Moira and Nicholas Hankinson (2001). Upcycling hits the deck with this old charmer. The Hankinsons repurpose an old dining chair into a planter by removing the upholstered seat and fitting it with a zinc tray drilled with holes for drainage.
Other planters are made from packing cases, waste bins, spray-painted tires and even an ex-army latrine bucket. Who knew there was such a thing?
Canadian Gardening shows an old boot filled with succulents:
As I tripped around the web, I found old boots with plants surprisingly popular.
The moral of the story is that anything that can hold an adequate amount of soil and water – and appeals to your aesthetic soul (no matter how outré) – can contain a plant.


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