Is a pair of headphones worth $1,250? Shure thinks so.

The company, a manufacturer of consumer and professional audio electronics, recently introduced its SE846 Sound-Isolating Earphones with that eye-popping price tag. But once you get past the sticker shock, the SE846 in-ear headphones do have a lot to offer.

The company has long been known for its engineering expertise. And the new headphones show off the company’s latest technology with a transparent shell, exposing micro drivers and a low-pass filter, which Shure says provides “true subwoofer performance.”

The headphones offer tailored listening with three interchangeable nozzles — “balanced,” “bright” and “warm” — that focus on different aspects of music. The bright and warm nozzles emphasize the high and low frequencies, but I was happy with the balanced nozzle, which comes preinstalled.

The ergonomic design provides a comfortable fit, although it takes a few tries to get a proper alignment. I had to stand in front of a mirror each time to make sure I was doing it right. Several foam tips for the earbuds are included to ensure a tight seal and block outside noise. Other accessories include two Kevlar-reinforced cables (also transparent) and a hard-shell carrying case to keep it all tidy.