It DID however break and come off when going through Saskatchewan under 55-75KM winds. The function button on the inline mic is only for answering and ending calls. standby time is not much better Unlike typical wireless in-ear monitor systems which come with a rack like system. Sure, they were ugly, but one could still enjoy the comfort and durability. The only thing I feel like is missing is a storage bag or semi hard case for protection. Used it on Acoustic guitar so far for a track . The mids is interesting, while many other headphone will make it to sound more in your ears , MDR 1000x did not take that approach. I installed these hooks on each end of my laundry room space, keep them tucked out if the way when I am not doing laundry, then swing them out when I am pulling my clothes out of the dryer and hanging them up. I ordered my normal shoe size (11) and they fit perfectly.