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Koss MV1

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$101.40 - $179.99

Summary: Home/studio-style closed, over-the-ear headphones that come with a carrying case and mini-plug-to-1/4-inch-adapter.

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Type: Home/Studio Style

General Information
Integrated microphone Has an integrated microphone for use with some cell phones or audio players with a recorder function. Integrated microphone	No
Call connect/disconnect control This allows you to answer or disconnect from a phone call with some cell phones. Call connect/disconnect control	No
Integrated volume control This allows you to adjust the volume without having to dig into your pocket or purse for a player. Integrated volume control	No
Integrated function control This allows you to control some player functions (for example: play, pause, track skip) via a control without having to dig into a pocket or purse for a player. Integrated function control	No
Cord length (in.) Cord lengths indicates the approximate length of the cord from the headset or earpiece to the plug, measured in inches. Cord length (in.)	43
Plug type The type of connection at the end of the audio cord, which will be plugged into the source component. Most have 1/8-inch standard (3-contact) "mini" jacks that fit portable devices. Models intended for use with newer iPod, iPhone, and some Blackberry smartphones, that have integrated microphones, audio player controls, and call connect/disconnect controls use a 1/8-inch 4-conductor mini jack. The audio function of models with 4-conductor mini jacks may not work properly or consistently with non-iPod/iPhone devices. Plug type	Mini (1/8")
Weight (oz.) Reflects the weight, in ounces, of the headphones including the audio cable and batteries, if any. Weight (oz.)	16.4
Warranty: parts, labor (mos.) Warranty (parts/labor, mo.) indicates the length of the manufacturer's warranty for parts and labor, in months. Warranty: parts, labor (mos.)	Limited Lifetime
Additional features Additional features for this model. Additional features	None
Included accessories Indicates what additional accessories are included. Included accessories	Carrying case, mini plug to 1/4" adapter

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