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Sennheiser HD 201 Headphones
Sennheiser HD 201
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Sennheiser HD 206 Headphones
Sennheiser HD 206
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Sennheiser HD 400S Headphones
Sennheiser HD 400S
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Sony MDR-XB550AP Headphones
Sony MDR-XB550AP
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Editiorial reviews
7
3.6 out of 5
5 user ratings
5 stars
20 %
4 stars
40 %
3 stars
40 %
2 stars
0 %
1 stars
0 %
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3
3 editorial reviews
The Sennheiser HD-206's are bargain workhorse studio headphones that punch well above their weightRead more
The Sennheiser HD 201 are below-average headphones that feel cheaply made and have an unexciting sound. They only passively isolate, which lets noise seep into y...Read more
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5
5 editorial reviews
Open-back cans developed for long mixing sessions in the studio. We go ProRead more
The humble, the high-end and everything in between from the reputable German brandRead more
Sennheiser’s new studio headphones offer some serious bang for your buck.Read more
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5
5 editorial reviews
Sony MDR-XB550AP (Wired Headphone): 4.2 out of 5 stars from 25 genuine reviews on Australia's largest opinion site ProductReview.com.au.Read more
Researching your next headphone purchase is always an experience. With most technology, the benefits are easily quantifiable. Something can be faster, smaller, or more powerful, and there is rarely any debate on this point. It is, or it isn’t. The numbers can’t lie. When it comes to audio equipment, the lines are blurred. Whether something sounds “good” or “bad” is a matter of personal preference. Audiophiles might not be attracted to Sony’s Extra Bass line of headphones. But they have a definite following. Just as some Canadians enjoy their fries with an extra side of gravy, many music fans enjoyRead more
Review of the Sony MDR-XB550 headphones and test out to see if you really can buy a set of good cheap bassy headphones.Read more
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User rating
62
3.7 out of 5
62 user ratings
5 stars
40 %
4 stars
16 %
3 stars
25 %
2 stars
12 %
1 stars
4 %
152
3.4 out of 5
152 user ratings
5 stars
23 %
4 stars
23 %
3 stars
32 %
2 stars
13 %
1 stars
7 %
84
3.5 out of 5
84 user ratings
5 stars
26 %
4 stars
21 %
3 stars
28 %
2 stars
19 %
1 stars
4 %
46
3.9 out of 5
46 user ratings
5 stars
30 %
4 stars
34 %
3 stars
30 %
2 stars
2 %
1 stars
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Technical details

Sound outputStereoStereo
N/A
Stereo
StyleOn-EarOver-EarOn-EarOn-Ear
Connectivity technologyWiredWiredWiredWired
Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)nono
N/A
yes
Magnet materialNeodymium
N/A
N/A
Neodymium
Diaphragm material
N/A
N/A
N/A
Polyethylene terephthalate

Design

Colour of product
  • Black
  • Black,Silver
  • Grey
  • Black,Silver
  • Silver
Black
  • Black
  • Blue
  • Green
  • Red
  • White
Acoustic designClosedClosedClosedClosed
Attachment typeHeadbandHeadband
N/A
Headband
Body materialLeatherette
N/A
N/A
N/A
CategoryStudio
N/A
N/A
N/A
Noise isolatingyes
N/A
N/A
N/A
Connector contacts plating
N/A
Gold
N/A
Gold
Foldable
N/A
N/A
yesyes
Control type
N/A
N/A
N/A
In-line control

Dimensions

Weight5.82 oz5.82 oz7.65 oz6.35 oz

Sound

Channels2
N/A
N/A
N/A
Impedance24.0 Ω24.0 Ω18.0 Ω24.0 Ω
Frequency range21 - 1800021 - 18000
N/A
5 - 22000
Driver technologyDynamicDynamic
N/A
Dynamic
Driver size1.57 in
N/A
N/A
1.18 in
Total harmonic distortion (THD)0.7 %0.7 %0.5 %
N/A
Sensitivity
N/A
N/A
N/A
< 102
Maximum input power
N/A
N/A
N/A
102.0 mW

Connectivity

Inputs supported3.5mm
N/A
N/A
N/A
Cable length3.031.41.2
3.5 mm/6.3 mm adapter includedyes
N/A
N/A
no
Type of connector
  • 3.5mm
  • 6.3mm
3.5mm
N/A
3.5mm
USBnoyesnono
Detachable cableno
N/A
N/A
no

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