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  • Avg. price: ~£90
  • Form factor: on-ear
  • Connectivity: wired
  • Battery life: N/A hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

Sennheiser HD 238 review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

3.4

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.

Score components:

80.0%

3.4

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Poor
3.4

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

2.9

Sound

20.0%

2.7

Features

10.0%

7.0

Design

8.0%

6.2

Connectivity

6.0%

1.0

Battery

4.0%

1.1

Calls & Controls

Poor
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 0.2
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    0.0

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    0.0

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    1.0

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    0.0

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

  • 1.7
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    1.0

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    18.0%

    7.9

    Weight

    16.0%

    0.0

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    0.0

    Ambient sound mode

  • 0.2
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    0.0

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    1.0

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    0.0

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    14.0%

    0.0

    Companion app

  • 4.4
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    7.9

    Weight

    24.0%

    1.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    9.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    12.0%

    1.0

    Can be used as a headset

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    N/A~ £90

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Verdict

The Sennheiser HD 238 is a lightweight, open-back on-ear headphone designed for portable use, featuring 36mm neodymium drivers and a frequency range of 16Hz to 23kHz. It has a nominal impedance of 32 Ohms and a sensitivity of 114dB, making it easy to drive with mobile devices, though its balanced frequency response and punchy bass benefit from a dedicated amplifier. Main pros include its comfortable, low-clamping 102g design, replaceable ear pads, and a natural, spacious soundstage ideal for critical listening on the go. However, as an open-air model, it suffers from poor noise isolation and significant sound leakage, while some users find the mostly plastic build to be somewhat flimsy and the highs prone to sibilance at higher volumes.

Technical Specifications of Sennheiser HD 238

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

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Sound

20.0%

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Features

10.0%

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Design

8.0%

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Connectivity

6.0%

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Battery

4.0%

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Calls & Controls

3.4
Sennheiser HD 238 has a technical score of 3.36 points, which is lower than that of 95.3% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters: When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
1.0
Sennheiser HD 238 has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 72.7% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

3.4

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

5.4
Sennheiser HD 238 has a quality-to-price ratio of 5.4 points, which is lower than 93.2% of products in this category.
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

Importance: HIGH

no
Sennheiser HD 238 does not support active noise cancellation. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
What it is: Type of speaker driver technology used
When it matters: When the underlying sound character and driver technology matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

dynamic
Driver size
What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit
When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

Importance: MEDIUM

36 mm
Sennheiser HD 238 uses a driver size of 36 mm, smaller driver size than 73% of headphones and equal to 0.5% of headphones.
Number of drivers
What it is: Total number of speaker drivers per earcup
When it matters: When multi-driver designs are part of your buying criteria.

Importance: LOW

1
Sennheiser HD 238 uses 1 drivers, equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=10 Hz

16 Hz
Sennheiser HD 238 reaches a lowest frequency of 16 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 54.3% of headphones and equal to 4.1% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
Can be used as a headset
What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.
When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Sennheiser HD 238 is not headset-ready, while 15.3% is. 84.7% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
What it is: Total number of built-in microphones
When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

0
Sennheiser HD 238 has 0 microphones, fewer microphones than 74.1% of headphones and equal to 25.9% of headphones.
Boom microphone
What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity
When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.

Importance: LOW

N/A
Microphone SNR
What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone
When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >80 dB

N/A
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Connectivity
What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

Importance: HIGH

wired
Sennheiser HD 238 supports wired connectivity, equal to 52.6% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
What it is: Version of Bluetooth technology supported
When it matters: When wireless stability, efficiency, and feature support matter more than treating Bluetooth as a box-check spec.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

N/A
Maximum Bluetooth range
What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device
When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

N/A
Audio latency
What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode
When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

N/A
Multipoint support
What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices
When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
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Ambient sound mode
What it is: Allows external sounds to pass through for awareness
When it matters: When you need to stay aware of traffic, voices, or announcements.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
EQ support
What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer
When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Sennheiser HD 238 does not support EQ customization. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
What it is: Dedicated mobile app for customization and updates
When it matters: When software customization, updates, and extra controls matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
Adjustable ANC levels
What it is: Allows adjustment of noise cancellation intensity levels
When it matters: When you move between quiet rooms, offices, streets, and public transport and do not want one ANC setting for every situation.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=4

N/A
Voice assistant support
What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

Importance: LOW

no
Sennheiser HD 238 does not support voice assistants. 60.9% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
What it is: Playback time on a single charge
When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

N/A
Battery life with ANC
What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled
When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

N/A
Charging time
What it is: Time required for a full battery charge
When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

N/A
Quick charge
What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period
When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
Battery capacity
What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery
When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

N/A
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Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Sennheiser
Form factor
What it is: Overall design type of the headphones (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, etc.)
When it matters: When comfort, portability, and isolation depend on the overall headphone style.

Importance: HIGH

on-ear
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

106 g
Sennheiser HD 238 weighs 106 g, lighter than 78% of headphones.
Acoustic design
What it is: Type of acoustic design (open-back, closed-back, semi-open)
When it matters: When you need the right balance of isolation, leakage, and soundstage.

Importance: HIGH

open-back
Clamp force
What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head
When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

8.9
Sennheiser HD 238 has a clamp force of 8.9, higher clamp force than 99.1% of headphones and equal to 0.6% of headphones.
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Sennheiser HD 238 vs the average headphone

  • 12 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Sennheiser HD 238 has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (114 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    What it is: Sound pressure output level per unit of input power
    When it matters: When you plan to use weaker sources like phones, handhelds, or entry-level dongles and still want enough volume.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=106 dB/mW

    Sennheiser HD 238 has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (114 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.114 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 51.4% lower weight
    Sennheiser HD 238 is lighter than the average headphone (106 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    What it is: Total weight of the headphones
    When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <150 g

    Sennheiser HD 238 is lighter than the average headphone (106 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.106 g vs 218 g
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    Sennheiser HD 238 includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average headphone does not. 38.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
    What it is: Shows whether the headphones end in a built-in 3.5 mm male plug instead of relying on a separate detachable cable.
    When it matters: When direct wired compatibility with older devices or adapters matters.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Sennheiser HD 238 includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average headphone does not. 38.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • 14 mm more spacious earcup width
    Sennheiser HD 238 offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (57 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
    What it is: Internal width of the earcup cavity
    When it matters: When earcup fit affects comfort and pressure around your ears.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Sennheiser HD 238 offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (57 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.57 mm vs 43 mm
  • Open-back design
    Sennheiser HD 238 uses an open-back design, while the average headphone does not. 9.3% of headphones have an open-back design.
    What it is: Shows whether the headphones use an open-back housing that lets air and sound pass through more freely than a closed design.
    When it matters: When you listen in quiet places and care more about spacious sound than blocking outside noise or preventing sound leakage.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Sennheiser HD 238 uses an open-back design, while the average headphone does not. 9.3% of headphones have an open-back design.
  • 3,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Sennheiser HD 238 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (23,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    What it is: Highest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
    When it matters: When treble extension and overall frequency reach matter to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=24000 Hz

    Sennheiser HD 238 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (23,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.23000 Hz vs 20000 Hz
  • 11 dB SPL higher sound pressure level
    Sennheiser HD 238 has a higher sound pressure level than the average headphone (114 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
    What it is: Output loudness level of the headphones, usually measured in dB. It helps compare how loud a model can play under similar conditions.
    When it matters: When you need a rough idea of how loud the headphones can get before you pair them with a weaker source.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=108 dB SPL

    Sennheiser HD 238 has a higher sound pressure level than the average headphone (114 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.114 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL
  • 51.4% lower weight
    Sennheiser HD 238 is lighter than the average headphone (106 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • 14 mm more spacious earcup width
    Sennheiser HD 238 offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (57 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
  • Open-back design
    Sennheiser HD 238 uses an open-back design, while the average headphone does not. 9.3% of headphones have an open-back design.
  • 12 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Sennheiser HD 238 has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (114 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • 3,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Sennheiser HD 238 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (23,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
  • 11 dB SPL higher sound pressure level
    Sennheiser HD 238 has a higher sound pressure level than the average headphone (114 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    Sennheiser HD 238 includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average headphone does not. 38.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.

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Design
Sound
Connectivity
  • Fixed cable
    Sennheiser HD 238 has a fixed cable, while the average headphone has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • 4.6 higher clamp force
    Sennheiser HD 238 has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (8.9 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
  • Tangle-prone cable
    Sennheiser HD 238 uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • No passive noise reduction
    Sennheiser HD 238 does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • 4 mm smaller driver size
    Sennheiser HD 238 has smaller driver size than the average headphone (36 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
  • 0.2 % higher distortion
    Sennheiser HD 238 has a higher total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (0.5 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
  • Not headset-ready
    Sennheiser HD 238 is not headset-ready, while the average headphone is. 84.7% of headphones can be used as headsets.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Sennheiser HD 238 has fewer microphones than the average headphone (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
  • No voice assistant support
    Sennheiser HD 238 does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • 8 years older release date
    Sennheiser HD 238 was released earlier than the average headphone (2,009 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.
    June 2009
  • No passive noise reduction
    Sennheiser HD 238 does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
    What it is: Shows whether the headphones reduce outside noise through physical sealing, fit, and materials rather than active electronics.
    When it matters: When you want better isolation from fit and seal alone, even with ANC turned off or not available.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Sennheiser HD 238 does not offer passive noise reduction, while the average headphone does. 82.7% of headphones have passive noise reduction.
  • No voice assistant support
    Sennheiser HD 238 does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
    What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
    When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

    Importance: LOW

    Sennheiser HD 238 does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • Fixed cable
    Sennheiser HD 238 has a fixed cable, while the average headphone has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
    What it is: Cable can be removed or replaced
    When it matters: When you care about easier cable replacement, simpler storage, or the option to swap to shorter, longer, or upgraded leads.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Sennheiser HD 238 has a fixed cable, while the average headphone has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • 4 mm smaller driver size
    Sennheiser HD 238 has smaller driver size than the average headphone (36 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit
    When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Sennheiser HD 238 has smaller driver size than the average headphone (36 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.36 mm vs 40 mm
  • Not headset-ready
    Sennheiser HD 238 is not headset-ready, while the average headphone is. 84.7% of headphones can be used as headsets.
    What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.
    When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Sennheiser HD 238 is not headset-ready, while the average headphone is. 84.7% of headphones can be used as headsets.
  • 4.6 higher clamp force
    Sennheiser HD 238 has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (8.9 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
    What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head
    When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Sennheiser HD 238 has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (8.9 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.8.9 vs 4.3
  • 25.8% worse value for money
    Sennheiser HD 238 has worse value for money than the average headphone (5.35 vs 6.736).
    What it is: An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.
    When it matters: When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
    Sennheiser HD 238 has worse value for money than the average headphone (5.35 vs 6.736).5.35 vs 6.74
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Sennheiser HD 238 has fewer microphones than the average headphone (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
    What it is: Total number of built-in microphones
    When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=2

    Sennheiser HD 238 has fewer microphones than the average headphone (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.0 vs 1
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Sennheiser HD 238?

  • Excellent value for the money, offering highly detailed audio for its price point.
  • Very lightweight and comfortable on the ear, even during long listening sessions.
  • Presents a smooth, warm, and non-fatiguing sound signature with strong, deep bass.
  • Features an open-back design that delivers a spacious and natural soundstage.
  • Ear cups fold flat, making it easier to slip into bags or backpacks.

What customers dislike about Sennheiser HD 238?

  • Open-back design leaks audio and provides virtually no isolation from outside noise.
  • The build relies heavily on plastic, which can make the structure feel somewhat cheap or flimsy.
  • Lacks a detachable cable, and the non-removable cord is noted to be quite thin.
  • Treble extension is rolled off, causing the sound to lack sparkle or brightness.
  • Light clamping force makes them susceptible to sliding off with sudden head movements.

Expert reviews

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diyaudioheaven.wordpress.com
04/09/2013
HD238 - DIY-Audio-Heaven

The DIY-Audio-Heaven review of the Sennheiser HD238 describes it as an enjoyable, slightly "colored" on-ear, open-back headphone. Sold between 2010 and 2014 for roughly €80, it presents a warmish sound signature paired with prominent highs. According to the technical measurements, the headphones exhibit excellent channel matching and a low clamping force of just 2N. However, they...Read more

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head-fi.org
05/05/2010
Sennheiser HD 238 Stereo Open Aire Headphone - Reviews

The Sennheiser HD 238 is lauded on Head-Fi as a budget-friendly, portable, open-back headphone featuring a warm, natural sound signature with punchy, deep bass that does not distort. Its open design offers an expansive, airy soundstage, while the lightweight construction and soft earpads ensure exceptional comfort for long listening sessions. Conversely, the headphones are...Read more

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uk.pcmag.com
14/06/2013
Sennheiser HD 238 - Review 2013 Would you like more information on the technical specifications or user feedback for this specific model?

The Sennheiser HD 238 headphones received an Excellent (4.0/5) rating from PCMag UK due to their exceptional audio performance and balanced sound signature relative to their $139.95 retail price. Unlike competing models that boost lower frequencies to overwhelming levels, the HD 238 provides a rich, smooth bass response that extends deep into subwoofer territory without distorting...Read more

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positive-feedback.com
01/09/2009
sennheiser 238 - Positive Feedback

The Sennheiser HD 238 is an open-back, on-ear headphone designed for mobile listening with a street price between $70 and $100. It features a lightweight, sleek black and metallic plastic design with a single-sided 1.4-metre cord and independent rotating earpieces for flat storage. Pros include its exceptionally lightweight and comfortable fit during extended wear, clean and...Read more

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headfonics.com
03/04/2011
Sennheiser HD238 Review

The Headfonics review rates the Sennheiser HD238 on-ear headphones a 7.6/10, highlighting a natural, airy soundstage and impressive, distortion-free audio for their budget. These lightweight headphones are praised for their musical, addictive presentation and surprising durability despite a flimsy exterior. Conversely, the review notes a slow decay in the sound signature and average...Read more

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au.pcmag.com
14/06/2013
Sennheiser HD 238 - Review 2013

The Sennheiser HD 238 headphones received an "Excellent" 4.0 rating from PCMag Australia due to their stellar audio balance and budget-friendly pricing. A major pro highlighted in the review is the strong, balanced frequency response, which provides rich bass extending into subwoofer territory without unnaturally bloating the low end. The audio performance features crisp highs and...Read more

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hometheaterhifi.com
25/06/2009
Sennheiser HD 238 Precision High Resolution Stereo Headphones

The Sennheiser HD 238 Precision Stereo Headphones are highly praised for delivering an immersive, high-resolution audio experience that punches well above their $139.95 price point. The reviewer, who transitioned from standard in-ear buds, noted that these on-ear headphones reveal hidden, low-level details and complex musical overtones in familiar tracks, such as the subtle timpani...Read more

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theheadphonelist.com
10/06/2014
Sennheiser HD238 / HD238i Review Do you need technical specifications or replacement parts information for this specific model?

The Sennheiser HD238 is a compact, lightweight, open-air portable headphone that offers excellent comfort but requires dedicated amplification to achieve its full potential. On the positive side, its primary strengths are its outstanding comfort and spacious soundstage. The headphones feature very soft, flat-folding cups and cool-running ear pads, ensuring a compliant fit for...Read more

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cnet.com
27/04/2012
Sennheiser HD 238 review - CNET

The Sennheiser HD 238 on-ear headphones are a lightweight, comfortable, and affordable audio option that delivers solid, detailed sound performance for the price. They feature a relatively warm sound profile with ample, natural bass that avoids the overblown "bloat" typical of competing brands like Bose. While they do not provide active noise cancellation, they effectively muffle...Read more

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kopfbox.de
03/11/2013
Sennheiser HD238 Precision | Review

This review from Kopfbox.de outlines Markus's transition from his two-year-old Sennheiser PX100 headphones to the upgraded Sennheiser HD238 Precision for office use. The reviewer heavily praises the sound quality, emphasizing that the "Precision" moniker is well-deserved due to the extraction of fine musical details previously hidden by the older PX model. Tonally, it trades away a...Read more

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maclife.de
11/05/2011
User Review: Sennheiser HD 238i Precision", "Reader Review: Sennheiser HD 238i Precision

The Sennheiser HD 238i Precision is an open-back, on-ear headphone specifically engineered for Apple iOS devices, priced at 119 Euros. Multiple user reviews highlight its excellent acoustic performance, praising its balanced sound signature, multi-layered clarity, wide volume range, and powerful bass response. Users frequently commend the exceptional comfort, noting that the...Read more

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hifitest.de
28/03/2012
Sennheiser HD 238i Review: Hi-Fi Headphones Tested", "Sennheiser HD 238i Hi-Fi Headphones Review

The Sennheiser HD 238i is an open-back, on-ear headphone designed specifically to enhance the audio experience of mobile devices like smartphones and portable players. It features a "loudness" sound profile, which intentionally boosts the bass and treble to provide a more lively and energetic performance. The build includes slightly larger ear cups than previous models, padded with...Read more

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ldlc.com
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Sennheiser HD 238 Precision - Headphones - LDLC

The Intel Core i5-750 (2.66 GHz, LGA1156) is lauded for its high price-to-performance ratio, offering stable, durable operation for entry-level gaming and moderately demanding applications. Users particularly highlight its suitability for older titles, such as Flight Simulator, and report that the processor offers a satisfying, long-lasting user experience. Conversely, the...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
29/07/2010
Sennheiser HD 238 Review - Les Numériques

The Sennheiser HD 238 is a lightweight, supra-aural (on-ear) headphone that offers a comfortable, well-built alternative to the brand's PX series. The review highlights its flat, centrally pierced foam ear pads and intelligent headband design, which distribute pressure evenly and ensure long-lasting comfort during extended use. Acoustically, the headphone delivers a balanced sound...Read more

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