Headphones have come way down in price over recent years. However, with this price reduction, there has also been significant audio quality loss among some brands.

It can be difficult to find a pair of ear buds that meet your expectations of quality. Here is one suggestion. Audio-Technica ATH-CKM50A is a set of In-Ear Headphones (ear buds) that are both affordable and offer good-to-excellent sound.

The Good: These are considered exceptional sound quality for the price.

The Bad: These headphones will not fit all ears properly.

For those who can get a proper fit, these headphones will offer rich and open sound in a compact package for a reasonable price.

The Price: $80