Crystal, an alternative to ear buds is a set of wrap-around headphones. Phillips makes a pair that I like. They hang on the ear, so you don't actually stick anything in the canal. additionally, the speaker unit is mounted on a little rod so you can turn it and face t closer or further from your ear canal depending on background noise or other factors. 've always bought these at places like Osco Drug, so they're probably pretty easy to find. You should be able to get these for around $10.00. Bill Stephan Kansas City, MO (816)803-2469 Email: Wstephan@xxxxxxxxxxxxx -----Original Message----- .From: "Crystal French"<raincrow@xxxxxxx> .Sent: 11/4/05 11:01:27 AM .To: "bookport@xxxxxxxxxxxxx"<bookport@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> .Subject: [bookport] Speakers and ear buds . .Hi, .Is anyone using a small set of external speakers with their Book Port that .they really like? . .Also, although, I am not overly fond of ear buds, I would like a good pair. . .The ones that came with the Book Port I do not find comfortable, and seem to .have a loud hiss in the background. . .Thanks for any suggestions. . .Crystal . . .