Direct Sound EX-25 — Extreme Isolation HeadphonesThese new headphones are an amazing value. The Direct Sound EX-25 Extreme Isolation Headphones are the best headphpnes we have ever tested for under $60. The sound is very good and no other headphone in this price range can match the 25db of noise reduction that these headphones provide.
These headphones are slightly lighter and more compact than their bigger brother, the EX-29 headphones, making the EX-25 headphones an excellent choice for frequent travelers or people just trying to block out sound to concentrate on studying or working. The main difference between these headphones and the EX-29 headphones is the studio quality speakers in the EX-29 headphones. While not quite as crystal clear as the professional level speakers in the EX-29 headphones, these headphones sound very good, have a great bass range, and block out virtually the same amount of noise as the more expensive model.
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Only available from QuietHeadphones.com, you can select a 9ft cord or a 40 inch cordfor your headphones. If you use your headphones at your computer or with an iPod/MP3 player you might find the 9ft cord to be a bit long and cumbersome. The 40 inch cord (slightly longer than 3 feet) is less likely to snag or get tangled when moving around.We are the only Direct Sound Dealer who can offer the 40 inch cord option.
Both the 9ft cord and the 40 inch cord are made from the same premium, heavy duty material and only differ in length.

The EX-25 headphones are slightly smaller than the EX-29 Extreme Isolation Headphones and do not block quite as much noise. But if you are on a budget, these headphones surpass any other headphone in it’s class that we have ever reviewed in both sound quality and noise reduction. Also, if you need to save a little space in your carry-on luggage, these EX-25 headphones are a bit smaller than their big brother, the EX-29 headphones. The EX-25 headphones are 2 ounces lighter and the ear cups are more thin.
110% Money Back GuaranteeWe believe these are excellent headphones and it’s our job to prove it to you. We’ve decided that the best way to do that is to let you try them out and test them against any other headphones on the market. Once you try ours, we are confident that you will agree that we block more noise than anyone else.
If, however, you are unsatisfied with these noise cancelling / noise reduction headphones for any reason, simply send them back within 6 MONTHS in good condition and in the original packaging, and you will promptly receive a 110% refund of the purchase price less a $9.00 restocking fee. That means if you buy a set of these headphones for $59.95 you will be refunded $56.95.
We provide a 1 year warranty on all of our headphones. The terms are simple. If anything breaks, and it’s not intentional damage, we will fix it for free. After 1 year we still offer low cost replacement parts if you ever need to repair your headphones.
Free White Noise MP3!Designed for improved concentration and creativity our white noise sound track is non-distracting and extremely effective. In addition to masking out virtually all background noise, our sound track contains binaural beats which produce sound waves to evoke a mental state that encourages concentration and enhances creativity. This 30 minute audio track is ideal for use while studying or working. The white noise audio track is free with your purchase of EX-29 or EX-25 headphones.
Being smaller, these headphones are great for travel and since they do not use batteries you don’t have to ever worry about losing your noise reduction in the middle of a flight. These headphones are excellent at blocking airplane engine noise and other rumblings sounds as well as spikey noises such as talking and ringing phones. If you are an audiophile like we are, and can afford the extra cost, the improved isolation and studio quality speakers you get with the EX-29 Extreme Isolation Headphones is worth the upgrade.
If you are traveling, look at our new carry bag with shoulder strap.

Review by: Aaron
I bought these headphones to use while studying. The customer service guy at QuietHeadphones suggested getting the less expensive model since I didn’t really need the studio quality speakers in the more expensive headphones. I really appreciate that kind of honesty, not trying to up-sell me just to make more money. They were right. These headphones do a great job blocking out noise and I LOVE the white noise MP3. The only reason I give these headphones a 4 star rating instead of 5 stars is that I wish the headphones were a little sexier looking. But that’s a very small complaint since theses headphones really do block out sound and they are a great value.
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Review by: Karen
I upgraded to these headphones from a set of Sony noise cancelation headphones and these Compact Extreme Isolation Headphones are MUCH better. I love not having to worry with batteries and the block MUCH more noise. I agree with the other customer about the white noise mp3. It really is great. I can see people’s lips moving but all I hear is the peaceful waterfall. I’m certainly recommending this to my friends. Thanks!
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Review by: Caleb
I’ve been using these headphones all summer for cutting the grass. I held off writing this review until I had a full season to try them out. They have held up great. I got the shorter (40 inch) cord and I listen to my iPod while cutting grass. These headphones have held up great. They have been exposed to grass, dirt, and dust and they just wipe clean. It even rained on me once and the headphones survived that as well. These are tough headphones and they really do block out sound. Great buy!
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Review by: Brian
Oh the lovely enviroment of living under a family. My neighbors above have 2 children that are sweet as can be but heavy foot steps. They run and run and play all day long. I know how it is to take care of children, and I always found physical activities to tire them down…so when bed time came along…less crying and more ZZZ’s. So I didn’t want to put stress on the folks above and asking their kids to calm down. So I took the initiative to silence everything my self. Ran into this website from forums, and was amazed once I purchased and received them. Basically…fast shipping, superb results especially with the White Noise Track, and comfortable. Definitely recommend to others especially students trying to study in a quiet enviroment. Satisfaction guranteed. I love it so far…
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Review by: John
This rating is based on my initial impression. I got these as a gift for my girlfriend since she lives in a dorm. I tried them out and the sound is greatly reduced but not totally silent. If you’re looking for absolute silence, you wont get it but you also aren’t down $200 for headphones. The white noise mp3 seems to work well for the short period I tested it out for. Has birds chirping in the background too. It kind of kills the awkward feeling listening to white noise can have but seems like it could be counterproductive. Music sounds great with these on and seems to have been what this product was mainly designed for.
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