Sennheiser PXC 250 Active Noise Canceling Headphones
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Manufacturer: SennheiserModel: PXC250
Product features:
- Active noise canceling for cutting out up to 25 dB of ambient noise
- Fold-and-flip design allows for compact storage
- Padded, closed earcups and adjustable headband
- 6-foot, Kevlar-reinforced cord
- Frequency response of 10 Hz - 21 kHz
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Customer Review: Great sound - sucky ergonomics
Summary: 3 Stars
I received a pair of these headphones AND a pair of SkullCandy Prolitariat NCs for my birthday. It's nice to get a choice of gifts!
I opened both pair and tested them to give each a fair shake. Here's the short version:
I reluctantly kept the Sennheisers and returned the SkullCandys. The SkullCandys caused an echo effect that I found unacceptable and the Sennheisers were crystal clear. I'm a bit of an audio-snob.
The long version:
I was excited to get the headphones because I work in a distraction-full environment at a University. Headphones are a must-have if I'm ever going to get my dissertation written.
I used three songs to compare the headphones:
1. An acoustic version of Janis Joplin singing "Me and Bobby Mcgee"
2. "500 Pound Cat" by Living Daylights (fast Jazz fusion)
3. "Bitches Brew" by Miles Davis (well... yeah...)
Both headphones fit me comfortably. The SkullCandy (SC) felt like they were hugging my head. The Senns felt like they were just perched up there but still comfortably - like a really nice pair of the classic Walkman style headphones. The SC completely covered my ears and made me feel thoroughly separated from my environment.
On all three recordings, the Senns sounded beautifully. On Janis, I noticed this wierd echoing sound that turned out to be the soundcard in my laptop! The SCs showed the same problem. A friend who's into digital recording said that laptop soundcards generally suck. Now I have my own evidence.
On all three recordings the SCs with the noise cancellation turned on created a tinny effect as though I was listening through a pipe. Turning off the NC made it go away. I listened long and hard but finally decided that despite the ergonomic issues, I would keep the Senns and I couldn't stand the SCs. But that was only deciding that I would only be using these headphones in about one place and could deal with the pain in the arse external NC device.
So what are the problems with the Senns? I sure wish the engineers at Sennheiser would look at the SCs and put their electonics in the SC formfactor. The SCs have the entire NC circuitry buit into the headphones. They firmly hug the head and feel like they would stay on even if I was bouncing on a trampoline. They have one _DETACHABLE_ cord leading to one side of the headphones.
So back to the Senns... The basic formfactor is the "old skool" 80s Walkman small things that press on the ears with a band going overhead. I guess the SCs are even more "old skool" as they are similar to the old FM radio headphones I had when I was 9 (1978). Like the good ol' Walkman headphones, there are separate cords leading from each speaker driver to a device about the size of a small flashlight (the kind that use two AAs) that contains the NC circuitry and two AAA batteries. This thing has an on-off switch and a clip for your belt. Then there is a cord leading from this thing to the 1.5mm plug. The cords are all just long enough that I can plug into the front of my laptop, set the NC device a little to the side and still move a little bit around my desk. Of course, with three separate cords running around, I'm likely to get tangled... By contrast, the NCs have one cord running straight to the headphones that you can even change out for a longer one if you want!
Sennheiser would have done well if they did two simple things:
1. Make a single cord run from the NC device to the headphones.
2. Make all the cords detachable.
Neither of these changes would have affected the production cost at all and would have made them so much nicer. In fact, once the warranty expires, I may just mod them myself in this fashion. The other benefit of these mods is that I could use the great headphones without the NC circuit if I wanted!
Description of Sennheiser PXC 250 Active Noise Canceling Headphones
With all the latest advances in digital music and sound fidelity, should you be using those headphones that came with your portable MP3 or CD player? Here's a way to get the best possible sound - The Sennheiser Way. The Sennheiser PXC 250 is a closed, dynamic, supra-aural mini stereo headphone with NoiseGard active noise compensation (requires 2 AAA batteries). Due to their active and passive attenuation of ambient noise, they let you enjoy music even in noisy environments. The headphones are foldable and come with a convenient belt pouch, making them an ideal travel companion.Amazon.com Product Description Portable audio takes on fresh life with quality headphones, and Sennheiser's folding, lightweight, closed-ear PXC 250 is designed to keep outside noises out and headphone sound in--perfect for use in busses and libraries alike.
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| Increase the peace! The PXC 250 features a noise reduction unit that cancels out background noise. |
When engaged, NoiseGard active noise reduction drops steady-state low-frequency noise (from about 500 Hz and below) by 15 dB--which the human ear perceives as more than halving the noise--thus enhancing the clarity of your music. The noise reduction circuit requires 2 AAA batteries (not included), but the headphones work fine without the circuit engaged.
Sennheiser's fold and flip design lets you turn the ear pieces 90 degrees and fold the headphones closed. Their ported design lets them move more air for greater bass response.
What's in The Box
6-foot Kevlar-reinforced cord, .25-inch stereo adapter, airline adapter, belt pouch.
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