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Sennheiser HD 200 Headphones
Sennheiser HD 200
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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
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3 editorial reviews
When it comes to premium audio accessories, Sennheiser is one of the most well-known names out there. The German company has come a long way since it started out in the 1940s.Read more
Sennheiser HD 200 Pro will offer true audio and you will not miss a beat. Here is our full review.Read more
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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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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
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3.9 out of 5
34 user ratings
5 stars
23 %
4 stars
38 %
3 stars
38 %
2 stars
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1 stars
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3.5 out of 5
84 user ratings
5 stars
26 %
4 stars
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3 stars
28 %
2 stars
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1 stars
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3.9 out of 5
46 user ratings
5 stars
30 %
4 stars
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2 stars
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Technical details

StyleOver-EarOn-EarOn-Ear
Connectivity technologyWiredWiredWired
Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)no
N/A
yes
Sound output
N/A
N/A
Stereo
Magnet material
N/A
N/A
Neodymium
Diaphragm material
N/A
N/A
Polyethylene terephthalate

Design

Colour of productBlack,WhiteBlack
  • Black
  • Blue
  • Green
  • Red
  • White
Acoustic designClosedClosedClosed
Attachment typeHeadband
N/A
Headband
Foldable
N/A
yesyes
Control type
N/A
N/A
In-line control
Connector contacts plating
N/A
N/A
Gold

Dimensions

Weight4.94 oz7.65 oz6.35 oz

Sound

Impedance64.0 Ω18.0 Ω24.0 Ω
Frequency range20 - 20000
N/A
5 - 22000
Total harmonic distortion (THD)0.3 %0.5 %
N/A
Sensitivity
N/A
N/A
< 102
Driver technology
N/A
N/A
Dynamic
Driver size
N/A
N/A
1.18 in
Maximum input power
N/A
N/A
102.0 mW

Connectivity

Inputs supported3.5mm
N/A
N/A
Cable length31.41.2
USB
N/A
nono
3.5 mm/6.3 mm adapter included
N/A
N/A
no
Type of connector
N/A
N/A
3.5mm
Detachable cable
N/A
N/A
no

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