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- Portable
- Excellent sound quality
- Great value
- Comfortable
- Sound leakage
- Thin cord
- Unstable connector
Reviews say the Sennheiser PX 100 headphones deliver superb sound quality for around $70. According to reports, these headphones perform well across all ranges, even at high volumes. Be aware, however, that the PX 100 headphones aren't suitable for quiet places like libraries because of sound leakage. This was the most common complaint we saw among users. Some also mentioned the thin cord and unstable music output when they bump the connector (during exercise, for instance). The Koss PortaPro (*Est. $35) is similar to the PX 100 in that it's a foldable headphone, but reviews say the PX 100's design is more elegant. An upgrade to the PX 100, the PX 100-II (*Est. $70), offers a better cord and a sturdier headband.
Few reviewers compare the Sennheiser PX 100 to other headphones, but CNET, PCMag.com and Good Gear Guide all offer detailed reviews. If you're a subscriber to the British consumer magazine Which?, their input is also helpful. With more than 1,000 reports, the user feedback at Amazon.com provides a good feel for long-term performance.
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1. CNET
Steve Guttenberg is impressed with the rugged, collapsible design of the Sennheiser PX 100. These headphones perform well for their price, he says, though they lack detail in the high ranges, making tracks like jazz and rock sound "a touch too mellow."
Review: Sennheiser PX100 (Black), Steve Guttenberg, Sept. 4, 2003
Like other reviewers, Tim Gideon says the Sennheiser PX 100s are "terrific for the price." He especially praises bass response and says these headphones deliver a natural sound experience overall. Though the headphones are lightweight and comfortable, sounds travel both ways through the open-air design.
Review: Sennheiser PX100, Tim Gideon, April 24, 2008
3. Which? magazineDetails/Subscribe
This British consumer magazine rates the Sennheiser PX 100 headphones a Best Buy for value. Their listening panel describes sound as "clear and bright with good, full bass." They also praise comfort, light weight and ease of fit. They're disappointed by how easily sounds leak in and out, however.
Review: Headphones, Editors of Which?
Ross Catanzariti echoes what others say about the Sennheiser PX 100's sound quality, portability and comfort. He says the cord is the perfect length, though he complains of the "80s era" adjustable metal headband.
Review: Sennheiser PX 100, Ross Catanzariti, Jan. 20, 2006
5. Amazon.com
More than 1,000 users give feedback on the Sennheiser PX 100's performance, comfort and durability. The majority rate sound quality and comfort highly. Some grumble about sound leakage, while others note the connector can be fussy and occasionally needs adjustment if you move around a lot.
Review: Sennheiser PX 100 Collapsible Headphones, Contributors to Amazon.com
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