The Koss Budz model is a very low-end, cheap "budget" headphone set designed to replace an existing pair or provide portable functionality to users always on the go. The set comes with two pairs of headphones for single or dual use and comes in several colors such as black, white, silver, blue or purple. The Budz headphones feature a connected oval ear-bud port structure designed to fit snugly just on the outside of the ear canal. The Budz ear-bud cushions are made of soft fabric for a comfortable and custom ear fit. Additional Budz features include extra ear cushion sets, a 4 foot tangle free cord, and a nickel plated mini stereo plug for maximum conductivity. The Koss Budz ear-bud headphone set was released on May 3, 2004 and has an MSRP of $4.99, which is listed on the official Koss website.