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While they're more geared toward Apple mobile product users, the Velodyne vPulse in-ear headphones offer excellent sound for the money and will particularly appeal to bass lovers.

No doubt about it, the vPulse is the IEM for bass freaks. The coolest thing about it, though, is that it’s a headphone that sounds great with hip-hop and rock but still sounds good when you put on a Sonny Rollins or Joni Mitchell tune.

For under $90, however, the vPulse is a very strong contender—it delivers deep bass, and only distorts at top volumes on low-mid frequencies. It's not a masterpiece, but it performs well and is priced fairly—and the eight pairs of extra ear tips add a bit more value to the equation.

It offers big bass that doesn’t get in the way of the rest of the music, surprises with a lovely midrange, and offers a functional design.

I'm not a fan of IEMs so haven't wanted to try many of them, but these are the very best I've heard. I enjoy listening to these for hours and hours on end. Don't use them for mastering, but use them for enjoying music.

When it comes down to it, these provide the best audio experience with any pair of headphones out there. Therefore, if you’re going to be listening to music on the go or have an occasional phone call with a friend, the vPulse In-Ear Headphones will get the job done admirably.