Nixon had the headphones designed by Fuseproject here in San Francisco, which is why they looking f–ing rad. I tried on the MasterBlasters and they are ridiculously huge, so I opted for the Nomadics. They still are large for what they are, and the memory foam isn’t as soft as you think. It’s kind of a rough foam, nothing like a soft memory foam pillow. They do squeeze into your head, so you will notice discomfort about after and hr on your ears. As thin as the Nomadics look, the arc is like a huge halo over your head, so can’t reallly snowboard with them on.

Sound was a disappointment as well. The sound seems like its muffled through, and only certain songs sound nice. Go to the Apple store and try those BEAT’s by Dre headphones to have something to compare to. Those headphones are insanely clear, as if someone was singing in your ear. They’re not cheap though, and not as stylish as the Nixon’s. I will keep these headphones since I can’t return them anymore, but try them out for yourself if you have the chance. They just look cool, that’s about it.

The dimensions are pretty over sized but if you don’t mind the odd sideways glance on the train or strolling through town then I definitley reccomend them. The fold away design and carry case make them perfect for the long train, plane or automobile journey and will prove an invaluable and stylish holiday companion.

I would say they are not as loud as I thought they might be, but the sound quality is brilliant. I listen to mostly hip/hop and drum and bass but also have rock and classical on my ipod which also sound crystal clear.

Regarding the length of the cable, it is definitly not 3 metres. This may relate to the plug size which is 3.5 ml and will fit all ipods (or walkmans, minidiscs etc). It’s an average length and is detachable at both ends which is versatile and will also mean it could be replaceable (if Nixon sold the cable seperately).

If you are thinking about buying a pair and are prepared for the size, then I would say they are a ‘must have’ whether you collect Nixon accessories or just want a great pair of headphones

They look great out the box, however they are very large, so much so I am considering returning them. It is not the diameter of the cans that bothers me, or the size of the band, it’s the width of the earpice foam. It is an inch or so thick which is great for comfort, however the band stands off the side of the head by 2 inches or more above the ear pieces. I have an average size haid and crop of hair, however they still look really oversized.

If you want a pair of stylish headphones that look like you have just walked out the dj booth then these are great, you might just have to consider if that’s the look you are going for. The case is great as is the folding design, however they will not wrap around you head in the shape pictured above, unless you are Homer Simpson.