$19.95Original price was: $19.95.$12.95Current price is: $12.95.
The JVC HAS160 FLATS are stylish, compact headphones with a slim headband and sleek, soft ear pads that rest on the ear. The earpieces pivot so that the headphone can lie flat, making them ideal for listeners who want a lightweight, easily packable headphone, but who prefer a headband/on-the-ear style. A 30mm Neodymium driver in each earpiece allows the headphones to deliver clear, crisp sound. And the soft ear pads further enhance sound quality by providing a seal against ambient sound. The JVC HAS160 Flats come in six iPod matching colors: black, silver, red, purple, blue and pink. The headphones come with a four-foot (1.2m) cord and an iPhone -compatible plug. Frequency Response – 12-24,000Hz. CONVENIENT PORTABILITY: Enjoy the convenience of a flat foldable design, making these headphones your perfect travel companion; compact enough to easily slip into any bag, ensuring high-quality sound on-the-go. EXCEPTIONAL AUDIO CLARITY: Immerse yourself in powerful sound with 1.18” (30mm) Neodymium driver units, delivering dynamic bass and crisp highs for a truly captivating listening experience. COMFORT FOR EXTENDED USE: Soft earpads provide superior sound isolation and a comfortable fit, allowing you to enjoy prolonged listening sessions without discomfort. NOISE ISOLATION: Experience enhanced concentration and privacy with soft ear-pads that effectively block ambient sound, transforming your surroundings into a sanctuary of silence; ideal for busy offices or noisy commutes. ADJUSTABLE STEEL HEADBAND – Built to last with a rugged stainless-steel frame that adapts to your head size, offering a secure, comfortable fit and long-term durability for everyday use.
Price: $19.95 - $12.95 (as of May 02, 2025 09:21:10 UTC – Details)
Customers say
Customers find these headphones deliver good sound quality, particularly noting they muffle traffic well, and appreciate their value for money, comfort, and lightweight design that makes them easy to carry and store. The headphones receive positive feedback for their functionality and build quality, though opinions about durability are mixed, with some saying they hold up well while others find them fragile. Customers disagree on the fit, with some finding them perfect while others say they’re too large for their head.
Shouldn’t sound or feel this good for $13 ( PortaPro alternative )
I bought these along with the somewhat coveted JLabs Rewind ( gen 2 ) Bluetooth headphones. I bought both because I’ve been looking for something that won’t cause me physical ear fatigue or hurt immediately upon wearing.I REALLY wanted to love the JLabs because they offer something that the JVC Flats cannot…. No wires. I LOATHE wires.That said. I will take the cables on these JVC Flats ANY day of the week because of what they offer over the JLabs Rewind. Before I state what that is exactly, let me just say that the JLabs are about as comfortable as the JVC Flats. Maybe more… But not quite, without modifications. I’ll explain, because it’s relevant.I have small ears. And small ear canals. This is why I can’t wear in-ear buds for too long, and is also why certain headphones hurt my ears or skull, depending upon how where and how they sit on my head and ears. It’s a freaking curse.I started looking for headphones where one of the main selling points is being lightweight and comfortable. Both these JVC’S and JLabs seemed to fit the bill when looking at their descriptions and reviews. So, I bought both.I went into buying the JVC Flats knowing there was no mic or volume control, which I am actually fine with. So I won’t ding ding a star for it.What I wasn’t expecting from the JVC Flats though…. Was how freaking good the sound quality would be! I have had several pairs of JVC marshmallow in ears, and now that I think about it, those sounded great, and are like fifteen bucks, so… Maybe I shouldn’t be surprised?I should not that I also primarily wanted these for podcasts. But when I heard the JVC Flats, I put on some music and was kind of floored.They instantly reminded me of Koss PortaPros, but with a tad more forward low and mid bass, maybe? I used the PortaPros A LOT in my 20s and 30s and am now 53, so I’ve lost frequency range throughout the years.And they’re LOUD! I don’t need them to be this loud, but this is a terrible issue with the JLabs Rewind. They’re incredibly low. Maybe lower voltage to increase battery life, but it’s horrible.I’d have to put the volume to about 85% on the JLabs for basic, comfortable listening levels, whereas with these JVC’S, it’s about 40% or less. Fantastic. And again, loud means nothing if it’s loud and garbage. These are loud and clear with no real bass mushiness even at uncomfortably loud levels. Crystal clear. Awesome.They fit snug on my ears, and the ear pads are cushy and fairly soft. The outer layer is that faux leather material that always seems to eventually tear on headphones, so we’ll see on that one….My only wish is that the actual driver housing was a TAD wider because while the driver seems to be positioned perfectly against my ear canal, the housing edges kind of hit the edges of my ear, causing some minor discomfort.Someone with normal, non-freakishly small ears, (which is most people), won’t be bothered by this I guess. What else. The head band, even though it has no padding, is barely noticeable. Likely due to how light the frame is. The band adjustment gives you a really pleasing tactile single groove click when adjusting. Nice touch.I might give the JLabs a slight win in comfort, but ONLY if changing the foam pads on them, to something more foamy/cushy and soft. As they are, the JLabs driver housing is very rigid and my ears really feel that. If I kept them, I’d modify them with some extra foam. Otherwise, they’re lighter than the JVC ‘s with a smaller earpiece frame.I might actually try to modify these JVC ear ups to make them wider. I’ll likely also buy a few spare sets because this pair is a gem.Great job JVC.If there’s one negative thing I can say about them, it’s that they’re not being made with USB-C instead of just the 3.5mm input plug. I hate having to use dongles. I already had one, but I hate cables as it is, so….Anyway, if you’re cool with cables, don’t have freak ears, and want something super comfortable and want very good sound quality at a STEAL of a price…( Get a few now before the tariffs double their price), GET THESE!P.S.PortaPros are more detailed and have better soundstage. But for $13 bucks, these are the ONES to beat.
Happy Customer –
Super Nice Headphones
The BEST headphones I’ve EVER had!! Great sound quality and size. Light weight with very comfortable thick ear-pads that cover my whole ear and eliminate any background noise. Cool pink colour, too. Adjustable of both sides of a sturdy secure headband that does not slide around on my hair. Nice that they also fold to a small size to keep inside an end table drawer. Would definitely buy again if needed, and recommend these to all. Certainly everything I wanted!
Commodorefan64 –
decent budget headphones
Likes: low price, choice of colors, lightweight, clean clear sound, nice indents on the headband so you know what side is which without looking, a nice click when adjusting size, easy to pack in a bag.Dislikes: lacking somewhat in bass even with a headphone amp, can become uncomfortable after a few hours of use, no right angle 3.5mm jack(nice to have if you use a tablet, and a bluetooth keyboard with a tablet slot), no inline mic, not the most robust build.These are a decent option if you need a low cost, lightweight set of on ear no frills headphones for medium to small ear sizes(not for kids as they are not volume limited), but do know they have no inline mic.Also the build quality, comfort, and overall sound quality(a bit lacking in bass due to the smaller drivers) is not as good as compared to a pair of SONY MDR-ZX110( i own them with, and without mics), which are about at the same price point, and are only a bit more for the version with an inline mic.Lastly when it comes to JVC wired headphones, and earbuds, I’d say go for the Gumy Plus earbuds over these with an inline mic(I own several pairs with, and without the mic), and mod them with memory foam aka comply foam eartips for a tighter seal to block out more nose, and better sound quality while being more comfortable than the stock silicone tips.
Fred Shoppin –
Comparing three lightweight “comfortable” models
I have been on a search for over the ear or on-ear headphones that when used with a laptop sound good, are not expensive, and (here’s the big eliminator) are comfortable to wear. I am going to compare 4 phones which are readily available: Panasonic RP- HT 21 (current prices as of 4/12 – $4.49), Koss Portapro ($18.72), JVC HA-S160-B ($14.23) and AKG K240 (4.5) ($93.90) The AKG’s were to be used as a sound benchmark.I listen mostly to classical music, soundtracks, and jazz. I used the following music: Katsarsis playing the Kreisler Praeludium, Rattle and the LA Philharmonic doing the adagio from Rachmaninoff’s 2nd Symphony, and von Karajan and the Berlin doing the opening of Strauss’s Thus Sprach Zarathustra. The phones were powered only by a laptop because that is what most people will use lightweight phones for (that or other small listening devices) For that reason the AKG’s were not a good choice because it could not reach even moderately high sound levels from my Toshiba laptop. The sound was super smooth on the AKG’s but the lightweights were more compatible with the laptop.The Panasonics sound good with mid range music, like the Kreisler piano music, but their weakness showed in the Strauss. They could not handle the complex, loud tones with any finesse. I give the JVC’s a small edge sonically over the Koss’s overall because while they both handled detail and loud volume about the same, the JVC showed a bit more reality in the music. By that I mean, e.g., horns sounded more like horns and not synthesized sound. Both Koss and JVC allowed you to hear the decay and space in the Strauss opening.Now, on to comfort. The Panasonics are very small and light and one can wear them for a long time without even noticing them. The Koss’s have a clumsy headband, and I found the pressure on the ear uncomfortable after 15 minutes or so. The JVC’s, which use a simple headband, were almost as comfortable as the Panasonics. The AKG’s, like many over the ear phones, started becoming oppressive after 15 minutes. Note: I have a large head and this comfort level assessment may not be true for people with smaller noggins.I would use the Panasonics for times when they might receive heavy handling, such as when commuting on public transportation. They are cheap (and a real bargain) so damage will not be costly. The Koss were just a bit too clumsy to use – Koss needs to abandon its weird headband design. The JVCs were a clear choice for everyday listening with smaller devices. I think the AKG’s just need a real amplifier to power them.In short, I thought the JVC’s were a clear winner in this bargain/comfort category.
Mike F –
I have already bought these headphones before, Lightweight but well made, great quality sound and great price. Different colour but still great. Can’t find a shop which sells them for this price.
LuisGarBa –
Muy bien producto, excelente relación calidad precio.
Tigger –
Brilliant, good sound, great price for high quality, wouldn’t buy any other!
Kathy M. Davis –
I really love these headphones. They are light weight which is awesome because I wear them a lot. The sound quality is really good, better than some expensive headphones that I have had. My only complaint, if you call it that, is the cords are really fine and can get damaged easily. (My cats are notorious for chewing through them) I will keep on buying these for as long as they keep making them. Highly recommend for everyday useage.
Brenda –
Great product for the price. Good sound quality and comfortable
Doug B –
Shouldn’t sound or feel this good for $13 ( PortaPro alternative )
I bought these along with the somewhat coveted JLabs Rewind ( gen 2 ) Bluetooth headphones. I bought both because I’ve been looking for something that won’t cause me physical ear fatigue or hurt immediately upon wearing.I REALLY wanted to love the JLabs because they offer something that the JVC Flats cannot…. No wires. I LOATHE wires.That said. I will take the cables on these JVC Flats ANY day of the week because of what they offer over the JLabs Rewind. Before I state what that is exactly, let me just say that the JLabs are about as comfortable as the JVC Flats. Maybe more… But not quite, without modifications. I’ll explain, because it’s relevant.I have small ears. And small ear canals. This is why I can’t wear in-ear buds for too long, and is also why certain headphones hurt my ears or skull, depending upon how where and how they sit on my head and ears. It’s a freaking curse.I started looking for headphones where one of the main selling points is being lightweight and comfortable. Both these JVC’S and JLabs seemed to fit the bill when looking at their descriptions and reviews. So, I bought both.I went into buying the JVC Flats knowing there was no mic or volume control, which I am actually fine with. So I won’t ding ding a star for it.What I wasn’t expecting from the JVC Flats though…. Was how freaking good the sound quality would be! I have had several pairs of JVC marshmallow in ears, and now that I think about it, those sounded great, and are like fifteen bucks, so… Maybe I shouldn’t be surprised?I should not that I also primarily wanted these for podcasts. But when I heard the JVC Flats, I put on some music and was kind of floored.They instantly reminded me of Koss PortaPros, but with a tad more forward low and mid bass, maybe? I used the PortaPros A LOT in my 20s and 30s and am now 53, so I’ve lost frequency range throughout the years.And they’re LOUD! I don’t need them to be this loud, but this is a terrible issue with the JLabs Rewind. They’re incredibly low. Maybe lower voltage to increase battery life, but it’s horrible.I’d have to put the volume to about 85% on the JLabs for basic, comfortable listening levels, whereas with these JVC’S, it’s about 40% or less. Fantastic. And again, loud means nothing if it’s loud and garbage. These are loud and clear with no real bass mushiness even at uncomfortably loud levels. Crystal clear. Awesome.They fit snug on my ears, and the ear pads are cushy and fairly soft. The outer layer is that faux leather material that always seems to eventually tear on headphones, so we’ll see on that one….My only wish is that the actual driver housing was a TAD wider because while the driver seems to be positioned perfectly against my ear canal, the housing edges kind of hit the edges of my ear, causing some minor discomfort.Someone with normal, non-freakishly small ears, (which is most people), won’t be bothered by this I guess. What else. The head band, even though it has no padding, is barely noticeable. Likely due to how light the frame is. The band adjustment gives you a really pleasing tactile single groove click when adjusting. Nice touch.I might give the JLabs a slight win in comfort, but ONLY if changing the foam pads on them, to something more foamy/cushy and soft. As they are, the JLabs driver housing is very rigid and my ears really feel that. If I kept them, I’d modify them with some extra foam. Otherwise, they’re lighter than the JVC ‘s with a smaller earpiece frame.I might actually try to modify these JVC ear ups to make them wider. I’ll likely also buy a few spare sets because this pair is a gem.Great job JVC.If there’s one negative thing I can say about them, it’s that they’re not being made with USB-C instead of just the 3.5mm input plug. I hate having to use dongles. I already had one, but I hate cables as it is, so….Anyway, if you’re cool with cables, don’t have freak ears, and want something super comfortable and want very good sound quality at a STEAL of a price…( Get a few now before the tariffs double their price), GET THESE!P.S.PortaPros are more detailed and have better soundstage. But for $13 bucks, these are the ONES to beat.
Happy Customer –
Super Nice Headphones
The BEST headphones I’ve EVER had!! Great sound quality and size. Light weight with very comfortable thick ear-pads that cover my whole ear and eliminate any background noise. Cool pink colour, too. Adjustable of both sides of a sturdy secure headband that does not slide around on my hair. Nice that they also fold to a small size to keep inside an end table drawer. Would definitely buy again if needed, and recommend these to all. Certainly everything I wanted!
Commodorefan64 –
decent budget headphones
Likes: low price, choice of colors, lightweight, clean clear sound, nice indents on the headband so you know what side is which without looking, a nice click when adjusting size, easy to pack in a bag.Dislikes: lacking somewhat in bass even with a headphone amp, can become uncomfortable after a few hours of use, no right angle 3.5mm jack(nice to have if you use a tablet, and a bluetooth keyboard with a tablet slot), no inline mic, not the most robust build.These are a decent option if you need a low cost, lightweight set of on ear no frills headphones for medium to small ear sizes(not for kids as they are not volume limited), but do know they have no inline mic.Also the build quality, comfort, and overall sound quality(a bit lacking in bass due to the smaller drivers) is not as good as compared to a pair of SONY MDR-ZX110( i own them with, and without mics), which are about at the same price point, and are only a bit more for the version with an inline mic.Lastly when it comes to JVC wired headphones, and earbuds, I’d say go for the Gumy Plus earbuds over these with an inline mic(I own several pairs with, and without the mic), and mod them with memory foam aka comply foam eartips for a tighter seal to block out more nose, and better sound quality while being more comfortable than the stock silicone tips.
Fred Shoppin –
Comparing three lightweight “comfortable” models
I have been on a search for over the ear or on-ear headphones that when used with a laptop sound good, are not expensive, and (here’s the big eliminator) are comfortable to wear. I am going to compare 4 phones which are readily available: Panasonic RP- HT 21 (current prices as of 4/12 – $4.49), Koss Portapro ($18.72), JVC HA-S160-B ($14.23) and AKG K240 (4.5) ($93.90) The AKG’s were to be used as a sound benchmark.I listen mostly to classical music, soundtracks, and jazz. I used the following music: Katsarsis playing the Kreisler Praeludium, Rattle and the LA Philharmonic doing the adagio from Rachmaninoff’s 2nd Symphony, and von Karajan and the Berlin doing the opening of Strauss’s Thus Sprach Zarathustra. The phones were powered only by a laptop because that is what most people will use lightweight phones for (that or other small listening devices) For that reason the AKG’s were not a good choice because it could not reach even moderately high sound levels from my Toshiba laptop. The sound was super smooth on the AKG’s but the lightweights were more compatible with the laptop.The Panasonics sound good with mid range music, like the Kreisler piano music, but their weakness showed in the Strauss. They could not handle the complex, loud tones with any finesse. I give the JVC’s a small edge sonically over the Koss’s overall because while they both handled detail and loud volume about the same, the JVC showed a bit more reality in the music. By that I mean, e.g., horns sounded more like horns and not synthesized sound. Both Koss and JVC allowed you to hear the decay and space in the Strauss opening.Now, on to comfort. The Panasonics are very small and light and one can wear them for a long time without even noticing them. The Koss’s have a clumsy headband, and I found the pressure on the ear uncomfortable after 15 minutes or so. The JVC’s, which use a simple headband, were almost as comfortable as the Panasonics. The AKG’s, like many over the ear phones, started becoming oppressive after 15 minutes. Note: I have a large head and this comfort level assessment may not be true for people with smaller noggins.I would use the Panasonics for times when they might receive heavy handling, such as when commuting on public transportation. They are cheap (and a real bargain) so damage will not be costly. The Koss were just a bit too clumsy to use – Koss needs to abandon its weird headband design. The JVCs were a clear choice for everyday listening with smaller devices. I think the AKG’s just need a real amplifier to power them.In short, I thought the JVC’s were a clear winner in this bargain/comfort category.
Mike F –
I have already bought these headphones before, Lightweight but well made, great quality sound and great price. Different colour but still great. Can’t find a shop which sells them for this price.
LuisGarBa –
Muy bien producto, excelente relación calidad precio.
Tigger –
Brilliant, good sound, great price for high quality, wouldn’t buy any other!
Kathy M. Davis –
I really love these headphones. They are light weight which is awesome because I wear them a lot. The sound quality is really good, better than some expensive headphones that I have had. My only complaint, if you call it that, is the cords are really fine and can get damaged easily. (My cats are notorious for chewing through them) I will keep on buying these for as long as they keep making them. Highly recommend for everyday useage.
Brenda –
Great product for the price. Good sound quality and comfortable