Sennheiser PX 200

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The closed, dynamic, supra-aural PX 200 mini headphones are an ideal choice for mobile audio sources. Their excellent isolation lets you enjoy music without being disturbed or disturbing others. Folded and packed into their rugged transport case, these headphones will accompany you anywhere.

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Sennheiser PX 200
MSRP$50.00
Release date January, 2001
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Pros & Cons

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1 positive
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1 negative

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Pros:
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similar in all respects to the well respected PX 100
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closed cup design - blocks out external noise at the expense of being less open sounding compared to the PX 100
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portable design - comes with a case it can be folded up and stored in
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good build quality
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comfortable enough for extended use
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well known, quality manufacturer
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full and detailed sound - a definite upgrade over standard buds
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lightweight
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Only has sufficient bass of you can reach an airtight fit (depends on your ears). Try before you buy.
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require burn in before sounding their best - tinny bass at first
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strictly mid-fi, lacks full frequency range, sound slightly dull
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Details

  • Dynamic stereo mini headphones
  • Great for travel and outdoor use with mobile sources such as CD, MD or MP3 players
  • Fold and flip: registered design allows the ear cups to be turned through 90° and fold the headphones closed (headphones will lock in open and closed positions)
  • 1.4 m Kevlar-reinforced OFC copper cable with 3.5 mm stereo jack plug
  • Fits into the shirt pocket: rugged transport case with cord take-up (145 x 75 x 27 mm)
  • Ideal for use in coaches, trains etc.: soft ring ear pads with improved fit and closed ear cups ensure excellent passive attenuation of ambient noise (?15 to ?25 dB for frequencies above 1,200 Hz)
  • For all types of modern music: detailed sound reproduction with a slight emphasis on the bass
  • High-resolution sound due to Sennheiser "Duofol" diaphragms with spiral embossing (reduces and spreads eigenforms)
  • Strong Neodymium magnets for extremely low distortion
  • High efficiency and powerful reproduction
  • Adaptive baffle damping (patent pending)
  • Bass tube for powerful, punchy bass
  • Lightweight: only 60 g without cable
  • Comfortable: headband with split padding
  • Rugged and durable: robust steel headband with metal joints, steel-reinforced headband ends, connection to the ear cups tested for durability
  • 2-year guarantee

 

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Buy It

Sennheiser PX 200 | Black

• Sennheiser PX 200 Collapsible Portable Stereo Headphones

UPC: 015104052077

MPN: PX200

Sennheiser PX 200 | Black

• Sennheiser PX200 Collapsible High-Performance Closed Headphones (Black)

• PX-200 Headphones

UPC: 615104052079

EAN: 4012418052072

MPN: PX200

Sennheiser PX 200 | White

• Sennheiser PX 200W Collapsable High Performance Closed Headphones

• Sennheiser PX-200W Folding Mini Headphones in White

UPC: 615104108530

EAN: 615104108530

MPN: PX 200W

Competitors

Sennheiser PX 200 is ranked 3rd among it's competitors.  See the top picks in Headphones »
Grado iGrado

Grado iGrado

MSRP  $49.00    Released  --
Pros
  • a portable Grado
  • great sound quality in a cheap headphone for use on the go
Cons
  • made in China (not in Grado's Brooklyn factory)
  • fails to maintain the classic look of the Grado series
  • cannot be folded
ProSCORE
2 reviews
50
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Koss PortaPro

Koss PortaPro

MSRP  $49.99    Released  January, 1984
Pros
  • no-questions-asked lifetime warranty
  • crystal clear sound compared to other phones in it's price segment
  • Comfortable
Cons
  • snags hair
  • open design lets all outside sound through - poor for listening in loud environments
  • The bass could be overpowering for many
ProSCORE
6 reviews
68
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vote Sennheiser PX 200 0% vs. vote Koss PortaPro 100%
AKG K 26 P

AKG K 26 P

MSRP  $40.00    Released  --

K 26 P: Easy Going - Easy ListeningHere today, somewhere else tomorrow. Feel like taking a break? The K 26 P is your featherweight solution for days on the road. Chill out and turn up the volume. These high quality headphones provide fabulous sound and effective attenuation of ambient noise.Using the unique 3D-Axis mechanism,...

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Yale

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September 4, 2009
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ProSCORE
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8 pros
2 cons

Pros

  • similar in all respects to the well respected PX 100
  • closed cup design - blocks out external noise at the expense of being less open sounding compared to the PX 100
  • portable design - comes with a case it can be folded up and stored in
  • good build quality
  • comfortable enough for extended use
  • well known, quality manufacturer
  • full and detailed sound - a definite upgrade over standard buds
  • lightweight

Cons

  • require burn in before sounding their best - tinny bass at first
  • strictly mid-fi, lacks full frequency range, sound slightly dull

Competitors

Yale prefers Grado iGrado over Sennheiser PX 200
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June 29, 2007
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Cons

  • Only has sufficient bass of you can reach an airtight fit (depends on your ears). Try before you buy.

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