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- Excellent sound quality
- Great value
- Lifetime warranty
- Sound leakage
- Detachable ear clips
Reviewers are impressed with the clean, open sound that the low-priced Koss KSC75 headphones deliver. Called "sportclip" headphones by Koss, they get more positive reviews than even pricier earphones like the Sennheiser MX 75 Sport (*Est. $35). The KSC75 has a unique design with earpieces that are held in place by earclips. Most reviewers find them comfortable, though users warn the clips tend to fall out. One nice perk offered by Koss is a lifetime warranty, which includes earclip replacement if you lose them. Sound leakage is the most significant negative.
GoodGearGuide.com, an Australian site that reviews electronics, gives the most extensive review for the Koss KSC75, though a report by Macworld is also helpful. The British publication Which?, similar to the Consumer Reports in the U.S., requires a subscription but offers a valuable review. Amazon.com hosts feedback from more than 300 users at last look.
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GoodGearGuide.com's Andrew Kliem says the Koss KSC75's are "[t]he best value for money headphone purchase available." He's impressed with the smoothness and detail across all ranges and says the headphones are comfortable, but adds that sound leakage is a problem.
Review: Koss KSC-75, Andrew Kliem, Jan. 26, 2006
2. Which? (UK)Details/Subscribe
In spite of "clear" and "rich" sound with good bass response, editors at this British publication say the Koss KSC75 deliver just average sound due to disappointing performance in the high ranges. The headphones are comfortable but tricky to fit and easily let sounds in and out, editors say.
Review: Headphones, Editors of Which?
Dan Frakes says the Koss KSC75 headphones offer excellent sound with a design that's ideal for athletic use. His only complaint is that bass response could be better.
Review: Koss KSC-75, Dan Frakes, Oct. 13, 2004
4. Amazon.com
Most of the 300-plus users who report on the Koss KSC75 headphones praise their sound and value. Some find it difficult to get a stable and comfortable fit, but the biggest complaint is lost ear clips.
Review: Koss KSC75 Portable Stereophone Headphones, Contributors to Amazon.com
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