Whether you're a Bob Marley fan or not, it's hard not to like a company that makes affordable earphones with eco-friendly products, and donates a portion of all proceeds to the charity 1Love. The $19.99 House of Marley Smile Jamaica earphones can therefore be described as a feel-good purchase that offer a unique look—a rare thing in the world of budget buds. As far sound quality goes, lovers of booming, deep bass will be thrilled, but purists can stop reading now. This is a pair that can cleanly deliver powerful lows, which is impressive at this affordable price, but it comes at the expense of the high-mids and highs. The Editors' Choice Skullcandy Method ($29.61 at Amazon) also emphasizes the low-end, but it's a bit more balanced than the Smile Jamaica, and offers a gym-friendly design. DesignMany of the House of Marley products have a Jamaica-themed design, incorporating the red, yellow, and green color combination often associated with rasta culture, reggae, and Marley. The Smi...
The House of Marley Smile Jamaica earphones is an affordable, eco-friendly earphone option for serious bass lovers, but they aren't for those seeking a balanced mix.
Powerful, clean audio performance geared toward bass lovers; Green materials including FSC-certified wood and recyclable aluminum
Massive bass presence overpowers high-mids and highs; Light on accessories