Apple Computer Competitor

this computer is fast and its apple... what more can I say.

These are noticeably better than the Bose 700s (owned) and the Sony XM4s (used) in every category--except weight, EQ tunability, and compatibility. I can wear either of the competitor phones all day and never know it, but I typically need a short break after a couple of hours with these on. In addition, both competitor models offer in-house EQ tuning; with these, I have to rely on iTunes EQ, which is fine. Furthermore, I have found that these do not work well with MS software/Windows. Fortunately, I reside mostly within the "Apple ecosystem," so this is not much of a worry. But definitely do not buy these if you do not intend to use them mostly with Apple devices. On the upside, these offer relatively-superb sound, clarity, noise cancellation, and build quality. The soundstage is noticeably wider, to the point at which the 700s/XM4s now sound muddled to me! And the vocal and instrumental clarity are unmatched--outside of true audiophile territory, of course; and, to my knowledge, you can't get audiophile headphones at this price. And, yes, the noise cancellation IS even better than that of the XM4s! The range of cancelled frequencies is broad--covering the high-frequency/low-frequency deficit of the 700s/XM4s. Plus these are very well-made: when you pull them out of the box, you immediately know that you're holding a premium product. Except for the case ;D, which somehow merits its own review! I'll say something positive about the case: it's currently the only one on the market that allows you to store the phones without having to retract the headband. To me, this is important: I don't want to have to readjust the headband every time I use these.

EXCELLENT CHOICE for any Apple computer.

One of those things you need to have, but wish Apple would include with your computer. Works great.

Always a good buy with any Apple computer.

A $10 savings over the competitor.

Works just as well as a competitor at a better price.

I bought the computer with 4 DIMM modules and augmented with these (for less than from Apple) to have 6 modules of 8.

I'd never own an Apple computer without Apple Care. Support and repairs are covered.

I needed a specific apple computer and went to Apple to purchase, they were out and could not ship until October so 4 months. I began searching and found B&H, I purchased, received and loaded my Apple computer in 4 days. I am very happy.