Vortex Pro Conclusion
The Moshi Audio Vortex Pro earbuds aren't without their issues, but, in the end, they are a serious upgrade in sound quality from any of the stock earbuds and are certainly worth the asking price. They have a ton of bass, a forgiving top end, and don't care what bitrate you used when encoding your music. If you are wondering what you get when you spend $150 on a pair of earbuds, you get the sort of sound quality that makes you wonder why everything else you own sounds so bad. With a standout design and a "look at me" aesthetic, people will definitely notice your earbuds. And if you just spent that sort of money on a pair of headphones, that's definitely what you want.
Moshi Audio Vortex Pro Earbuds
MSRP: $150
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