|
Sennheiser HD-280 Professional Headphones
Price:$73.99
|
| Brand |
Sennheiser |
| Feature |
Array |
| LegalDisclaimer |
Warranty does not cover misuse of product. |
| Manufacturer |
Sennheiser |
| Model |
HD 280 Pro |
| UPC |
615104049741 |
|
|
Customers Reviews
2008-09-07
Best Headphones I've Ever Owned
These headphones are wonderful. Very comfortable and they sound great. You will not be disappointed.
|
2008-09-03
Regarding a product's competency.
Having searched for a set of headphones that would operate at quality levels, I continually encountered positive feedback about the Sennheiser HD280 Pro. I decided to purchase a set, and have found out the following:
They can handle a wide range of genres, even producing low bass and high treble with a great deal of clarity. They were designed as studio quality, and carry out that professional duty more than adequately.
The headphones are compact enough to store away neatly, but large enough to fit over your head just as neatly. The drawback might be the seal they produce around your ears, which will effectively cut off most of your ambient sounds. When listening to anything, the ambient sound almost vanishes. People talking, a radio playing, the tv on... Gone.
For their price, which is half of its original cost, I have the personal opinion that they outperform the pricier Bose. The Sennheiser HD280 Pro is not really remarkable in any one direction, and is instead a well-balanced product, appealing to a wide variety of tasks without sacrificing any of them. Where bass headphones mercilessly cut up the treble, these can produce both ends, and make anything sound rich, alive, and downright remarkable.
| 
2008-09-03
Great item for great price
I've only had these headphones for a short period of time but so far so good, i haven't had any problems and they seem to be reliable as well. I'm not sure what the life span will be but like most products you order, this one worked right when i first used it.
|
2008-08-13
Great, even, flat, realistic sound.
These are great, especially for the price. The bass response is excellent and the tight fit may not be great if you have a large head but they fit so snug and very little sound gets in or out. I love my 280s and have never had any issues or problems after 18mos. Very good sound for mix since there is not alteration or "enhancements" from the speakers. Replaceable cushions are a great idea as well since these seem like the speakers will outlast the foam.
|
2008-08-10
So far, an excellent product.
I don't write reviews unless I am exceptionally impressed, for the good or the bad. I am pleased to be writing this review.
The Sennheiser HD-280 Pros arrived and after the first couple of weeks I am quite impressed with both the quality and design. I was concerned when reading several comments on the snug fit, stating it was designed for a narrow head. I wear a size 7 3/8 hat and I find the set fits very well. It is snug but no more than is necessary for a proper fit. My other concern was wondering if these would measure up and if I should be looking for something in the 500 series. I decided to stay with a closed-back and these fit the bill nicely.
These are my first headphone purchased "blind" and I have to admit I was concerned. I am a "try before you buy" guy. I stepped outside my comfort zone and gave it a shot. I was not disappointed.
These have a much clearer sound with deeper lows and crisper highs than my Audio-Technica headphones. I recently listened to a recording of J.D. Sumner, best known as the bass singer for the Stamps Quartet and having toured with Elvis Presley. He is recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records for his solo recording of the hymn "Blessed Assurance". According to Guinness, the song contained the lowest recorded note ever produced by a human voice, a "double low" C.
I was anxious to hear his bass voice on my new headset and it did him every bit of justice. I heard vocal depths I had not before heard. It was as if somebody turned on the light switch.
I have always used, as my audio unit of measure, the sounds of the acoustic piano and the vocal accoutrements of a good Southern Gospel quartet singing a cappella. It is how I have chosen which electronic keyboards were quality and is the audio track I take with me when buying equipment and speakers. The HD-280's produce a clear tone in the lower, middle and upper registers without muddying or blurring the tones, neither does it produce sounds too sharp.
Whether you are listening to Béla Bartók or Ol' Blue Eyes, Southern Gospel or Jazz, Classical or Country or anything in between, these can handle the acoustics for even the most discerning ear.
And yes, just as it makes the good notes sing, those sour notes will land with an echoless thud.
The around-the-ear design is comfortable and the pads are quite sufficient. The speaker placement within each cup provides a sound that is set back from the ear enough so as not to have that in-the-ear sensation one gets from earbuds and even many headsets. The sound surrounds rather than attacks.
A feature I particularly enjoy about these headphones is the included 1/4" plug adapter. It doesn't just plug on (which we all know will eventually begin falling off over the years). Sennheiser has adapted a screw-on feature to keep it securely attached. A minor feature but appreciated none the less.
Don't forget these offer user-replaceable components making them that much less disposable.
Comfort and quality. I recommend this product with a 4 1/2 stars (nothing is perfect).
|
|
|
|
NewsRead more
|
|
|
Ready to buy?
|
This is panel for managing your shopping cart. You can add some items or view your shopping cart.
|
Find by keywords:
Narrow by Category |
|
;){kind=link}