Sennheiser Px 200 III Review | 93 Data compared

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  • Avg. price: ~£70
  • Form factor: on-ear
  • Connectivity: wired
  • Battery life: N/A hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

Sennheiser Px 200 III review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

5.1

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%

5.1

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Good
5.1

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%

5.2

Sound

20.0%

4.1

Features

10.0%

7.7

Design

8.0%

6.2

Connectivity

6.0%

1.0

Battery

4.0%

6.5

Calls & Controls

Good
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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

  • 2.8
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    0.0

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    0.0

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    7.0

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

  • 1.8
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    1.0

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    18.0%

    8.2

    Weight

    16.0%

    0.0

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    0.0

    Ambient sound mode

  • 4.4
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    7.0

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    0.0

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    14.0%

    0.0

    Companion app

  • 4.5
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    8.2

    Weight

    24.0%

    1.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    4.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Sennheiser PX 200-IIi (often referred to as the PX 200 III) is a lightweight, on-ear headset designed for portability and daily travel. These closed-back headphones feature a wide frequency response of 10 Hz to 21,000 Hz, a 32-ohm impedance, and a sound pressure level of 115 dB, all powered by neodymium magnets for low-distortion stereo audio. Key characteristics include an award-winning 'Fold and Flip' design for compact storage and an in-line remote with an omnidirectional microphone optimized for Apple devices. Main pros include its extreme portability at just 95g, a robust steel-reinforced headband, and impressive passive noise isolation for its size. However, common cons include a lack of deep bass response that may not satisfy bass enthusiasts, a thin cable that some users find fragile, and the potential for a tight clamping force that can become uncomfortable during extended listening sessions.

Technical Specifications of Sennheiser Px 200 III

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

5.1
Sennheiser Px 200 III has a technical score of 5.12 points, which is higher than that of 56.7% 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 Px 200 III 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%

5.1

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

6.6
Sennheiser Px 200 III has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.6 points, which is lower than 54.9% 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 Px 200 III 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

36.5 mm
Sennheiser Px 200 III uses a driver size of 36.5 mm, smaller driver size than 72.9% of headphones and equal to 0.1% 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 Px 200 III 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

10 Hz
Sennheiser Px 200 III reaches a lowest frequency of 10 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 67.3% of headphones and equal to 12.5% 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

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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

yes
Sennheiser Px 200 III is headset-ready, 84.7% is not. 15.3% 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

1
Sennheiser Px 200 III has 1 microphones, more microphones than 25.9% of headphones and equal to 52.2% 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

no
Sennheiser Px 200 III does not include a boom microphone. 15.6% of headphones have a boom microphone.
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

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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 Px 200 III 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 Px 200 III 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

yes
Sennheiser Px 200 III supports voice assistants. 39.2% 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

95 g
Sennheiser Px 200 III weighs 95 g, lighter than 78.7% 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

closed-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

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Sennheiser Px 200 III vs the average headphone

  • 13 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Sennheiser Px 200 III has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (115 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 Px 200 III has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (115 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.115 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 56.4% lower weight
    Sennheiser Px 200 III is lighter than the average headphone (95 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 Px 200 III is lighter than the average headphone (95 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.95 g vs 218 g
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    Sennheiser Px 200 III 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 Px 200 III includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average headphone does not. 38.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • 8 Hz lower bass extension
    Sennheiser Px 200 III has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (10 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    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

    Sennheiser Px 200 III has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (10 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.10 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • In-line controls
    Sennheiser Px 200 III includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
    What it is: Controls available on in-line remote of wired cable
    When it matters: When your wired setup depends on cable-mounted buttons or call controls.

    Importance: LOW

    Sennheiser Px 200 III includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • 0.2 % lower distortion
    Sennheiser Px 200 III has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
    What it is: Percentage of harmonic distortion in audio output
    When it matters: When cleaner sound reproduction matters at louder volumes.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <=1%

    Sennheiser Px 200 III has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.0.1 % vs 0.3 %
  • Wind noise reduction
    Sennheiser Px 200 III reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
    What it is: Reduces wind interference for clearer outdoor calls
    When it matters: When you take calls outdoors while walking, cycling, or commuting.

    Importance: LOW

    Sennheiser Px 200 III reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • Foldable design
    Sennheiser Px 200 III has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
    What it is: Earcups or headband can fold for compact storage
    When it matters: When you travel often and want easier storage in a bag.

    Importance: LOW

    Sennheiser Px 200 III has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • 56.4% lower weight
    Sennheiser Px 200 III is lighter than the average headphone (95 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • Foldable design
    Sennheiser Px 200 III has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • 13 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Sennheiser Px 200 III has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (115 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • 8 Hz lower bass extension
    Sennheiser Px 200 III has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (10 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 0.2 % lower distortion
    Sennheiser Px 200 III has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average headphone (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
  • 12 dB SPL higher sound pressure level
    Sennheiser Px 200 III has a higher sound pressure level than the average headphone (115 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    Sennheiser Px 200 III includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average headphone does not. 38.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • In-line controls
    Sennheiser Px 200 III includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • Wind noise reduction
    Sennheiser Px 200 III reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • Fixed cable
    Sennheiser Px 200 III has a fixed cable, while the average headphone has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • 3.5 mm smaller driver size
    Sennheiser Px 200 III has smaller driver size than the average headphone (36.5 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
  • 7 years older release date
    Sennheiser Px 200 III was released earlier than the average headphone (2,010 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.
    August 2010
  • Fixed cable
    Sennheiser Px 200 III 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 Px 200 III has a fixed cable, while the average headphone has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • 3.5 mm smaller driver size
    Sennheiser Px 200 III has smaller driver size than the average headphone (36.5 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 Px 200 III has smaller driver size than the average headphone (36.5 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.36.5 mm vs 40 mm
  • 4.65x less popular
    Sennheiser Px 200 III is less popular than the average headphone (1.00 vs 4.646).
    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.
    Sennheiser Px 200 III is less popular than the average headphone (1.00 vs 4.646).1 vs 4.65
  • 7 years older release date
    Sennheiser Px 200 III was released earlier than the average headphone (2,010 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.
    August 2010
    What it is: Official release or launch date of the model
    When it matters: When you want a newer model for fresher features, longer support life, or simply to avoid buying into an older generation.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=2020

    Sennheiser Px 200 III was released earlier than the average headphone (2,010 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.2010 vs 2017

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Sennheiser Px 200 III?

  • Extremely portable with a unique fold-and-flip design similar to sunglasses
  • Sturdy build quality with a stainless steel headband and metal hinges
  • Balanced, neutral sound signature with clear mid-range and crisp vocals
  • Lightweight and comfortable for extended wear due to soft ear pads
  • Integrated in-line remote and microphone for call and music control
  • Provides decent passive noise isolation for a compact on-ear design

What customers dislike about Sennheiser Px 200 III?

  • Bass response can feel thin or lacking for 'bass-heads' or if a proper seal isn't achieved
  • The thin single-sided cable feels somewhat fragile and is not user-replaceable
  • Isolation is insufficient for very loud environments like subways or planes
  • Inline remote buttons can be difficult to distinguish by touch alone
  • On-ear pressure (clamping force) may cause heat build-up or discomfort for some users over time

Expert reviews

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stereophile.com
17/05/2012

In his Stereophile review, Dale Thorn finds the Sennheiser PX-200-II headphones deliver a surprisingly high-quality, musical, and well-balanced sound when equalized, particularly with the iOS "Rock" preset. The closed-back, on-ear design offers decent passive isolation, with standout detailed bass performance and an average soundstage. Conversely, the review notes physical...Read more

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stereophile.com
19/03/2011

The Sennheiser PX 200-II/IIi are lauded in the Stereophile review as highly functional, durable, on-ear headphones with a compact folding design, a comfortable fit, and a full-bodied, well-balanced sound signature. The review highlights the convenience of the single-sided cable and the impressive audio performance for such a portable, closed-back unit. However, the review notes...Read more

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stereophile.com
19/03/2011

The Sennheiser PX 200-II and PX 200-IIi measurements show a highly durable, ultra-portable design with commendable midrange and treble performance, featuring a smooth frequency response and low THD between 0.1% and 0.5%. The headphones exhibit an agile transient response, with a clean impulse response that dampens within 1 millisecond. Conversely, the small, sealed supra-aural...Read more

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theheadphonelist.com
20/06/2014

The Sennheiser PX200-II is a highly portable, closed-back headphone that offers a balanced, neutral sound signature with a tight low-end punch and improved clarity over its muddy predecessor, the PX100. It features a spacious soundstage for a closed design, good instrumental separation, and surprisingly strong passive noise isolation due to its sealing pleather ear pads. Built with...Read more

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stereophile.com
19/03/2011

The Stereophile review highlights the Sennheiser PX 200-II and PX 200-IIi as durable, highly portable on-ear headphones featuring a robust folding design, upgraded ear pads for a better seal, and an optional inline microphone for the "IIi" model. While lauded for build quality, the headphones are constrained by acoustic limitations inherent to their size, resulting in a slightly...Read more

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connect.de
21/04/2011

The Sennheiser PX 200 II is a highly portable, on-ear headphone reviewed by Connect magazine, which awards it a score of 70 points out of 100 at a retail price of €80. Weighing only 80 grams, this model features a compact, foldable design and solid construction that make it an ideal travel companion. In audio performance testing, the headphones excelled by producing a surprisingly...Read more

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hifitest.de
28/03/2012

The Sennheiser PX200 IIi is a closed-back, on-ear headphone from the "upper class" (Oberklasse) category that received an outstanding 4.5 out of 5 stars in this HifiTest review. Priced at around 95 Euros, this second-generation model stands out for its travel-friendly design, featuring a collapsible mechanism that allows it to fold completely and fit into an included storage pouch....Read more

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stereo-head.it
31/05/2013

The Stereo-Head review outlines the Sennheiser HD25 SP II as a legendary, closed-back dynamic DJ and monitoring headphone that offers great value, especially following a price drop to €118 due to the release of the higher-performing HD25 II. Weighing only 115 grams, these Irish-built headphones are highly praised for their excellent passive noise isolation and lightweight,...Read more

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