Sennheiser PX 100 Collapsible Headphones Reviews

• Not just for air travelers and joggers

  
  By A6FIAB28IS79 on 2003-11-11
  I was looking for phones that would pack plenty of punch without sacrificing any of the qualities of their full-grown, ostentatious siblings. Anyone who's even moderately serious about headphones knows that the smallest improvements come at a price. In the case of these phones, the cost is easily justified. I've compared them with several portables in the $5-10 range along with some full-sized models weighing in at $50-100. Conclusion: these are worthy of being your "front-line," and perhaps only, pair of phones. They're up to the task of distinguishing each of the instruments in a jazz rhythm section or reproducing the spacious quality of an entire string section. The treble is distinct and "alive"; the bass is, if anything, more than I require (and the PX 200's are supposedly the bass-heavy models). Comfort? They feel the same as any $2 pair of portable headphones--until the music begins, at which point "wearability" is not even an issue.

  Be forwarned that no 1/4" adapter is included. Apparently Sennheiser wants consumers to view these as strictly low-end phones suitable only for connection to a portable CD player. Nonsense. My only real disappointment thus far is the awkwardness of folding and fitting the headphones back into their hard case. If I can get this down to 60 seconds or under, I'll probably revise my rating upward.
  
  

• Great comfort, sound, and portability at an attractive price

  
  By AEVSRK7S3K8QU on 2005-02-26
  Since receiving a 40GB iPod last Christmas, I've been looking to replace its stock earbuds with something a lot more comfortable, a little less tinny-sounding, yet comparable in portability. The local Costco recently was demo-ing several Sennheiser headphones, and since I happened to have my iPod in my pocket, I had a chance to listen to it paired with the PX100s.
  
  Putting them on, I immediately noticed that I'd be able to wear these for hours with no discomfort. They are light (65 grams), which is comparable in weight to a comfortable, El Cheapo headphone that typically comes bundled with Walkmen/MP3 players. Pads at the top of the metal band help to keep even more weight off of your tender ears. They are the open-air style where you only have sponge pads pressed against your ears (as opposed to having them enclosed within full, heat-retaining ear cups), and the spring pressure holding them against my ears was not excessive, yet there's no sensation of them wanting to fall off. In summary, 'A+' for comfort.
  
  That's where the El Cheapo comparisons ended, however. Listening to the sonics, I was immediately impressed by the low end response. Bass this good usually needs either an in-the-ear design, or a larger speaker mounted inside an enclosed ear cup design. Dialing up King Crimson's bass heavy "Easy Money" on the iPod, I noticed how clean the bass sounded. Lesser speakers/headphones tend to turn the low end of that tune into a muddy, boomy mess, but the PX100s handled it flawlessly -- the individual bass notes were distinct, and still retained their "plucked string" character. Impressive. The high end sounded crisp, and the midrange felt very airy and open. Perhaps even a little too airy. Despite this latter suspicion, I'll give the PX100s an 'A-' for sonics.
  
  I'd originally only been considering ear buds since I wanted something that is easy to carry around with my iPod (and since I'd erroneously assumed only ear buds would have acceptable bass response). The PX100s pushed their way into my candidates list due to a clever fold up design that squeezes them into an eyeglass-sized case (145 x 75 x 27 mm). This is still a bit larger than what I'd hoped to find (especially compared to ear buds), but acceptable. You have to spend 30 seconds folding it, and winding up its cord, but I'll give the PX100s a 'B' in portability.
  
  OK, so now I'm tempted. Scanning for the price tag, I'm thinking I might be willing to go as high as $80ish. It turns out they only cost $39.99! 'A+' for price.
  
  Sold! :-)
  
  Addendum: After getting these home, I compared them to my home headphones: AKG K240DF Monitors. When I first got the K240s about twenty years ago, they were considered high end from a sonics perspective. By today's standards, however, they are middle of the road performers. The fact that they're still in production, and still command a market (as opposed to MSRP) price of $100ish means they probably make a good benchmark for mid-priced headphone comparisons.
  
  As studio monitors, the K240s strive for "flat" response. Comparing them to the PX100s, I see my comment about the midrange being "too airy" is probably justified... the PX100s emphasize those frequencies beyond flat response. At the low end, I'd say the PX100s slightly outperform the K240s -- the PX100s make individual bass notes a little more distinct (i.e., low frequency response seems a bit faster). At the high end, the two headphones sound about the same, at least with my iPod. With a better sound source (MP3s ripped from a CD lose some of the high frequencies), high end differences might be more evident.
  
  From a price-performance perspective, the PX100s are a big winner in my book. The comment about overly-airy midrange should be taken with a grain of salt. When it comes to sonics, personal preference is the ultimate gold standard, and I personally don't find the PX100s midrange emphasis to be distracting or tiring. You'll need to listen to them yourself, and decide for yourself whether you agree. These are not audiophile caliber headphones, but for my iPod, they are more than good enough.
  
  

• Wow!

  
  By AUAKSRGAXF1BN on 2004-07-23
  I bought these to go with my new iPod, and all I can say is "wow". I can't believe these headphones cost under $50. The folding action is very convenient, and the case that comes with it is top-notch. These sound warm and full, amazing for a lightweight set of headphones. They are the perfect complement for the iPod or any other portable device. Not quite as comfy as my Sony cirumaurals, but they fold up into a neat little case.
  
  

• Great sound at a cheap price isn't necessarily cheap

  
  By AT7ZIKFBESNB on 2005-11-26
  If I were only reviewing the sound quality of these headphones I'd give them 5 stars. If I were only reviewing the comfort of these headphone I'd give them 5 stars. After all, I've bought three sets of them I liked the sound and comfort so much. The problem is, that it was three sets in less than 18 months...
  
  All of them failed in the same way: the right channel just crapped out from a cheap cord design. The first set I chalked it up to me not treating them right. The second set I was a bit angry about but I decided to try the warranty replacement. Unfortunately, I was dumb enough to buy a 3rd pair while waiting on the very slow warranty service, which wound up replacing them with a completely different model of headphone to add insult to the whole process.
  
  Well, yesterday, in spite of my gentlest treatment yet, set #3 crapped out in the right channel after only 4 months. That's it, I'm not wasting any more money on these headphones and I recommend the same to everyone else.
  
  

• Excellent portable headphones for the money.

  
  By A2EUVEQORWIPFT on 2004-11-04
  The Sennheiser PX100s are the entry end of Senn's PX line (which includes the open-aire PX100, the closed PX200, and the noise-cancelling PX250). They retail for $39.99.
  
  The PX100s are small, unobstrusive phones. They're suited to portable music players (portable CD and MP3 players), as they are relatively efficient and drive well for the most part. They are small and thin, so you won't look like a complete geek or goofball wearing them in public, and they fold up cleanly and could easily fit in a shirt or pant pocket. They also include a carrying case. The build feels flimsy, but they are actually far more durable than one would imagine. The cord is thin, so beware snagging it too sharply, and short (these are not for use with a home system). They are also extremely comfortable, with a large "sweet spot" and light weight.
  
  Out of the box, the PX100s sound extremely "sweet." They're remarkably soft and smooth sounding, and this will initially sound somewhat disappointing, unless you listen exclusively to jazz. Never fear, however. After about one week of normal use, the highs and lows open and sharpen up, and the headphones become well suited to more aggressive, harsher sounding music (such as metal, hip-hop and hard rock) as well as natural and smooth melodies. Overall, there is a slight emphasis on the low-end; there is pronouced bass without any "bass boost" or EQ needed. However, the highs and mids are never drowned out, so the PX100s never sound muddy. The midrange is strong, and while the highs come in weakest of the three, they still sound better than any other phones I've heard in this price/weight class (the Koss PortaPros, the PX200s, the Bose TriPorts).
  
  It should be noted that the PX100s are open-aire headphones, meaning they offer close to zero isolation. What this means is that they block out very little outside sound, and at high volumes in a quiet area (such as a library) your music will most likely be audible to those in your immediate vicinity. If you MUST have closed phones, the PX200s are the best choice, though it should be noted that they are very finicky in terms of their "sweet spot." It's occassionally hard to get the PX200s in exactly the right spot of ear and can result in disappointing sound, one of the reasons I ended up choosing the PX100s over the PX200s (as the 100s feature a much broader sweet spot on the ear).
  
  I highly recommend the PX100s to those looking for alternatives to the "stock" phones that come with most MP3 and CD players. For those seeking high-quality sound performance on the go, and don't wish to carry monstruous DJ-style headphones (or "sound support systems" as my father refers to them), the PX100s are an excellent choice. They sound great, they don't look bad, and perform well without the need for any external amplification. They might drain the battery a bit more than the stock ear buds, but the difference is negligable and definitely worth it when you hear the difference in sound.
  
  
• The best!
  By A1W6GMETQVRGVQ on 2004-08-27
  These are by far the BEST portable headphones on the market today. After spending several days deciding between these and the Portapros, I decided to choose the Sennheisers. I couldn't be any happier. While the Portapros are very good headphones, I thought the bass was a little too overpowering (not to mention it looked a little too goofy for my tastes). The PX100's, on the other hand, have tighter bass and allows me to hear the rest of the song instead of a constant "THUMP THUMP THUMP" through a bass-intensive song.
  
  Granted upon first listening to these, the bass was kind of weak and the entire range sounded very flat. After burning in my headphones over two nights, these have really opened up! I was blown away by what these little things can do! They sound like headphones twice the size and cost. The bass is in my opinion perfect. Even when its hitting hard, I can hear subtle background instruments that i've never heard before. Of course, those of you who like more or less bass can adjust accordingly with equalizers. Personally, I like the Rock setting on my iPod mini.
  
  Senn also included a trick hardshell case that looks like a glasses holder. The headphones fold up like a pair of glasses and fit perfectly inside, with the cord wrapping around the base. The case looks very sturdy and your investment feels very secure once inside. Some reviewers complain about how tricky it is to fold it up. Personally I think if you can't get it right after a few tries, you should probably to back to kindergarden and play with legos some more. Senn even included instructions on the backside of the case too.
  
  Keep in mind that these are open-air headphones, so sounds will come in and your music will be heard by those around you. This is perfect for me at work because I need to know if the phone rings or someone is trying to talk to me from behind. If you want total isolation, then go with a closed headphone, such as something in Senn's HD line (the HD280 sounds amazing), or an in-ear like apple's in ear, Sony's EX71SL, or something from Shure or Etymonic.
  
  Pros:
  Sound will blow you away
  Very comfortable
  Ultra portable
  Trick case
  
  Cons:
  Styling not for some
  Jack is not gold plated
  
  Bottom Line:
  The best portable open-air headphones on the market. Period.
  
  If you're tired of earbuds medicore quality and want a pair of tried and true headphones, these are the best ones you can get for your money. If you want to experience your music instead of merely listen to it, these headphones are the closest you'll get short of a live performance. Highly recommended.
  
  
• very good headphones for their price
  By A1LSDEPMJONWI3 on 2003-10-11
  I purchased these in April 2003 for a good price (below retail); and for their cost they are a nice set of headphones. Not being an audio expert, they have excellent, rumbling, clear bass (surprising for their size) even better than my Grado Sr60. However compared to my Grado headphone, which is about twice the cost of the Px100, the mids and highs are a little bit weak. Still the mids and highs are very good and much better than any Sony or other cheapy Ive listened to. And if you are like me, sometimes the bass (without distortion -common with other cheap headphones Ive used) makes all the difference in how much a song works for you.

  Pros: They are durable, with a very nice (lightweight) part metal part plastic headband (with attached compact foam). The metal is nice, and although plastic is used, it seems to be used in non-stress areas and Ive had no problems with breakage even with my big head. The cable is very thin but very strong. It folds up on metal hinges to become very compact. The earpads and headband is supposedely replaceable. And did I mention the bass is crystal clear?

  Cons: Slightly weak (but still good) mids and highs (no distortion but not crystal clear).

  Overall: very nice for their cost: for the most part the adage that you get what you pay for is true for headphones; but in this case you get possibly the best available for what you pay for. (if you pay more you will get a better set of headphones, but for this price its a bargain set of headgear). Fin
  
  

• almost audiophile Quality
  By ARCZ4HXYK5C53 on 2005-10-21
  For the money you pay, these are great headphones!!! They art light portable, and by my audiophile standards have passable Sonics. Do not let this throw you off. As a lifetime audiophile, my requirements for sound are very high. Compared to anything I have heard at or near this price range these headphones simply rock. I purchased these for my laptop and also for a future mp3 player. My goals were to find headphones that were not only portable but sounded good as well.
  
  Sonically, on a scale of 1 to 10 here are my ratings .........
  
  Neutrality 8.5
  Transparency 7.5
  Space & air 8
  Micro dynamics 7
  Dynamic range 7.5
  Base extension 7.5
  Base accuracy 8
  High Freq extension 7.5
  High Freq accuracy 8
  Headphone comfort 8.5
  Freedom from listener fatigue 9.5
  
  Keep in mind that 10 would represent perfect, so these are very good scores indeed. Most head phones in this price range would reveive scores of under 5. Audio sins here are sins of omission not commission hence the 9.5 score for low listener fatigue.
  I hope this helps.
  
  
  
  
• Excellent Sounding Lightweight and Comfortable Headphones
  By A36WTQL2AW6NR5 on 2003-08-16
  I bought these headphones to take to the gym because I wasn't happy with my ... Sony earphones. The sound from the PX 100 headphones is absolutely beautiful. The headphones are extremely comfortable. I can use the cardio equipment at the gym without the headphones moving around. They have a sturdy metal headband that adjusts for the size of your head and come with a very handy carrying case. Sennheiser also warrants the headphones for two years and that is really nice. These headphones are a great value for the money and Amazon.com offers a really good price. I also own a pair of Bose Triports that cost ... and these headphones sound about as good for a fraction of the cost and are more comfortable.
  
  
• Early Impressions
  By A3AR1IP86YNNY3 on 2004-02-06
  I decided to go with Sennheiser after using some work headphones (the $200+ "480p" model). For forty dollars, these are definitely worth it.

  I've had the headphones for about a week now. I wanted to go with padded earphones rather than those that "cup" your ears.

  Audio quality is excellent. They have ample/impressive bass for such flimsy looking headphones. I tried these with my iPod on the "Rock" EQ setting, listening to every genre: orchestral, electronic, acoustic, etcetera. Every track came through quite nicely. I'm not a hardcore audiophile, but I do like to hear my music clear and (sometimes) quite loud. So far these have delivered.

  I mention that these are flimsy, but in a good way. The earphones are loosely attached to the main headband, which is flexible metal. They remind me of comfortable Plantronics headsets I have used in the past, so they don't "clamp" down on your head. They fit nice and snug.

  The included case is a nice plus for travel - it took me a few moments to figure it out, but it comes in handy when toting the headphones from place to place.

  So far I am very satisfied.
  
  

• Comfortable, Portable, and Great Sounding
  By A1JGY1Q4Y8ZXRW on 2004-04-05
  I am pleased with these headphones for many reasons, all of which have been said already. First, they are very comfortable. The cans themselves have a ball and socket type action that comfortably flexes over the ears. There is also vinyl(?) padding on the top where the band goes over the head. The two wires going to the cans could be tightened closer to the chin to keep them secured.

  I took these running (not jogging, hard fast running) and they stayed on comfortably without coming off. Very lightweight. When not in use, they can fold up like sunglasses and be stored in the very stylish hard carrying case it comes with. There is a marking "#1" and "#2" for which side to fold in first, and braile like dots on the left side to help you orientate them.

  In regards to sound quality, these are as great as headphones this size get. Sounds good out of the box, and even better after a little regular use. My only complaint is that the bass is unexpectedly strong (but warm) sometimes, and the highs could be a little sharper. No big deal though, there is an EQ on every kind of gadget, computer, stereo, car and so on.

  Those are the features that sold me, but these headphones lack some things, like a gold plated connector. It does look kind of flimsy for being so lightweight, but I expect that Sennheiser's renowned quality is solid yet decieving in this case. I would have also liked it to have only one wire on one side going to the headphones (less cluttered). Eventually, the foam cups will wear out and become torn with use, and it looks like it would be strange trying to replace them. They give me very slight squeeze head, but nothing like cheap headphones that come with CD players. Finally, they're not noise cancelling, and you can hear things around you, which is good or bad, depending on what you want. When loud enough, a person sitting next to you can hear the sound too. On my ipod mini, I can hear the sound audibly when I hold the headphones in my hand with the volume on maximum.

  Overall, I say 4.5* because it balances comfort, portability and sound quality so well. I went through many head/earphones before I found this, the best replacement for my ipod mini.
  
  

• Replace Those Painful White Earbuds!!
  By A343JEP7ADY2YD on 2004-07-30
  I quickly grew tired of catching those uncomfortable white earbuds as they keep popping out of my ears! It was time to replace them with a pair of comfortable open air earphones.
  
  After spending days researching the Net for reviews I realized there are there are only 2 open air earphones worth considering under $50, the Sennheiser PX100 or the Koss PortaPro. Both are designed to be travel companions so they fold up into neat little compact cases that will fit in your shirt pocket. Of the two earphones, opinions were split 60/40 in favor of the PX100's so I bought them without an audition.
  
  I can tell you first hand that the sound quality from the PX100 is really quite remarkable. They have a very energetic output and are able to reach very loud volumes without distorting on my i-Pod. I would describe their sound as clean and detailed with lively bass. They have a smooth extended treble that some reviewers describe as "sweet" sounding. Their imaging is superb in that they create a precise soundstage inside your head. The position of each instrument is clearly defined. This makes jazz solos quite a lot of fun.
  
  These phones are open air so they will not isolate you from sounds in your environment nor will your music be completely isolated from those around you. But they are very comfortable to wear for extended periods.
  
  With the PX100s I enjoy my i-Pod more than ever.
  
  
  
• Excellent headphones for portable electronics
  By A3UI6CTFWL721L on 2005-10-04
  The Koss Portapro and Sportapro have long been the most recccomended budget headphones. However, the PX100s certainly give the Koss phones a run for their money. The PX100 have the typical Sennheiser sound, with a slightly reserved bass. These phones work best on jazz and classical music and even classic rock. But those listening to bass heavy music such as rap may prefer the Koss Portapros.
  
  These phones are extremely comfortable because of the foam cushions that rest on your ears. They are very lightweight and have a very clean response that does not fatigue the listener so they can be worn for hours at a time. They also fold down nicely and fit into a case only slightly larger than those used for sunglasses for carrying around. These are therefore ideal phones for the home or office where there is a quiet environment.
  
  One of the reviewers gave these phones a bad review because they don't block out outside sounds, but they are not designed with that in mind! If you want to block out outside sounds because you are using the phones in a noisy environment, then look at the PX100's siblings such as the PX200 or PX250, or in the ear canalphones such as those made by Shure, Etymotic and Ultimate Ears.
  
  The PX200 uses cushions to isolate external sounds. The PX250 go a step further and use active noise cancellation, in which a small microphone samples outside noise and creates a signal 180 degrees out of phase to cancel the noise. The PX200 and PX250 are designed for use in noisy environments, while the PX100s are not.
  
  In summary, these are an excellent set of headphones for use in quiet environments; don't expect them to block out any outside noise and you won't be disappointed. These are an outstanding value made by one of the top manufacturers of headphones. However, if you want phones for use in the subway or on an airplane, look for active noise cancellation such as the PX250 or canalphones.
  
  
• Great headphone but fragile cord
  By A55UFZVDKF4G9 on 2006-06-20
  The wires may come apart at the mini plug and drivers within a year, more or less, with normal use. I've gone through 2 sets of px200's and one set of px 100's, same scenario with both products. Disappointingly, overtime, they just don't hold up to any kind of physical abuse which a pair of stock headphones can easily sustain. Everything is solid from sound quality to the headphones themselves but, unfortunately, the wires are fragile which will most likely render these headphones useless before it's intended time. On the upside Sennheiser honors the warranty with no problems (you can do an RA through their website). But, unfortunately, you will most likely have the same scenario with the replacement.
  
  
• 4 1/2 Head for these Phones
  By A1SYLII0808HD6 on 2007-10-10
  As usual, Mr. Chell writes a wonderful review of these headphones. I, too, found the sonic quality very impressive, with excellent reproduction of lows, mids, and highs. I am a bass lover, and these did not disappoint. Music sound live and "present," yet lives up to the advertised "natural" sound.
  
  That said, they're just a bit tight around the ears. You can adjust the over-the-head headband to loosen that, but then you lose just a little stability and comfort. However, lenghtening the headband is the most effective adjustment; it makes a substantial difference. Sennheiser should have added thicker padding under the headband, but that would have gone against the goals of foldability (works pretty well!) and light weight. I also wish they had indicated which is the forward direction, and distinguished the right from the left earpiece, but perhaps these are irrelevant.
  
  To sum, these are great-sounding, lightweight earphones that hoop up easily to an Ipod, but not to one's laptop (at least, not my Dell). The slightly tight fit may ease after more months of use, or adjusting the headband length. Therefore, sound is a 5*, comfort is only a 4* (though heavier, the heavily-padded SONY MDR V6 is far more comfortable). At this point, I doubt I'd buy anything else in this price range--all the phones have their problems, and sound is heavily valued in this review.
  
  Unfortunately, most of the manufacturer's at this price don't include much in the way of specs, so you spec-heads out there may want to look lover the following:
  
  Frequency response: 15-27,000 Hz (most phones at under $40 cannot beat that)
  
  Impedance: 32 ohms
  
  THD (harmonic distortion): <0.1%
  
  Transducer principle (type): Dynamic, Open
  
  Cable length: 1.4m
  
  Website for your perusal: Sennheiser.com
  
  
  
• Good Headphones for the price you pay
  By A30IYLKIMJFACM on 2005-10-17
  These are good headphones for the sub $50 range. I just got them today for my iPod Photo and am listening to Beck with these on right now..very comfy. Good design and the sound they deliver is fairly decent for the price. Warm with a decent bass. However, I will not say they are the best around for audiophiles who may rather go in for Grado SR80.
  I did some research before buying them. I had my fill of the Apple provided headphones with the iPod and had narrowed down to the noise-canceling Etymotic 6i, the canned Grado SR80, Sony MDRX81 and the PX100. The PX200 and 250 tho' more expensive, I read somewhere, were not any better. My usage is mainly in office or on my home treadmill. Now, I did not want to be lost into oblivion while in office with my boss shouting out instructions or at home with my wife calling out to me or my daughter crying out to play.(Yeah, you guessed it right..I do get shouted at a lot). So that eliminated the Etymotics (also the thought of something sticking into my ears for such a long time was not very comforting) I wear specs and then I thought the MDRX81's over the ear design may not be too comfortable for me either tho' I really wanted to buy these. Also, I read in a couple of places that the Sonys are not too durable. (BTW, the X81 is far better than the X51/X71 and is not a bad choice as noise-canceling headphones) The Grados?..well, tho they sound fab..everyone said so..they may make me look like a weirdo and get shouted at more. Also, I did not want to disturb my folks in office because they supposedly leak a lot of the sounds. So, it was the PX100. (These also leak but not to that extent). I did not do any more research else I was getting all confused. There are a lot of good headphones and it is upto one's budget and personal tastes. So, in short, buy these if you answer Yes to ALL of these:
  1. Budget is sub-50?
  2. In-ears don't sound too comforting?
  3. Wear specs/weird shaped ears and can't have the over the ears MDRX81s?
  4. Don't want to cancel out external noise?
  5. Get shouted at fairly often?
  6. Don't want to disturb the outside with too much noise leaking out of the headphones but a little wil do?
  
  
• My new favorite headphones
  By AAPQIZFO3TVGD on 2003-06-15
  I am a true audiophile so audio quality was of utmost importance, but I also wanted a smaller type of headphones since I don't like walking around in my Beyerdynmics or Grados... I am also wearing glasses so comfort is important. After several days of listening to the PX100 I must say that they satisfy all my requirements - incredible sound for the price and size, small and very comfortable, and even look good!
  I give them 4 stars for two main reasons: 1) the connector is not gold plated - for Sennheiser I would expect this. And 2) the frequency response is not very flat (the lows are raised to high) so these will probably not sound very good unless you equalize, but most audio gadgets today have an equalizer.
  Finally, a word of advice: don't judge these headphones as soon as you get them, let them burn in for several hours.
  
  
• Not 40 dollar headphones
  By A1DK9I6NNSLD3R on 2004-05-28
  The main drawback about buying a product like this on the 'Net is that you really, really, really want to be able to listen to them first. Yeah, these phones have gotten great reviews, but are they really that good? Since I can't let you listen to mine, all I can say is that if I had been able to listen to them first, I would have easily dropped $100 or more on these. I have a pair of Sony "Studio" phones that cost over twice what these do, and the sound horrible. The PX 100's have incredible frequency response, I can hear every note on the standup bass, all the way up to the screechy highs of the piccolo and trumpet. Incredibley light, the carrying case is well designed and the folding mechanism is intutive. My only complaint is the cord length: 1.4 meters, so a little over 4 feet is a bit too short for my tastes. But at about 40 bucks, you absolutely cannot go wrong. A resounding Five Stars!
  
  
• Better than px-200
  By A3G7W2CBHJJ4U on 2005-01-16
  I recent ordered the px-100 after reading so many positive reviews from both consumers and professional users. By accident, Amazon shipped me the px-200 instead, which I wasn't so quite sure to keep or not. So I asked for an exchange from Amazon. The replacement came in a couple of days later and I decided to compare these two headphones together before I shipped the wrong one back. I am so glad Amazon gave me the opportunity for the comparison. Honestly, there's just no comparison between the two. PX-100 is just much better than the PX-200 in terms of dynamic ranges and especially in the low range (bass). I'd say I even like it better than the HD-497 which I have owned for a while because HD-497 gets too much sound outside while px-100 pretty much keeps the sound inside. When you turn the volume of your music player to median or higher, you can barely hear the noise around you even though it is an open-air headphone.
  
  
  
  
• To help clear things up: px-100 vs px-200
  By A35970PCGH6C8R on 2006-06-30
  Ok, so I purchased both the px-100 and the px-200 by Sennheiser because the reviews for both were similar but some where saying that the px-100s were better. My first reaction to them is that they are both remarkably similar in build and quality. Nice case, sturdy, and comfortable. Now the sound, after listening to both I found that the px-100 does have better speaker drivers,...but not much better. The bass on the px-200 is a little bit stronger. The real difference between the two really comes from the closed ear design of the px-200 vs. the open px-100. With the open px-100 the bass isn't as strong, you can hear everything around you still, and others around you can hear what you are listening to even if the music is only moderatly loud. While the px-200 losses high end sound quality in its design, the px-200 makes it so you will only hear music (almost) and nothing else. Also the px-200 is silent to those around you even if you have it cranked up.
  
  Conclusion: Both are amazing headphones but the real decision comes down to the person who is using them and where. If you don't mind being able to hear things around to get better sound quality get the px-100s. If you want to just hear the music and not bother others around you get the px-200. I choose the px-200 in the end because I use them at work and I don't want to disturb others around me also I don't enjoy hearing everything around me.
  *as an important side note the differences in both in high and low end sound can be fixed just by using an equalizer. You can't beat these headphones for quality along with portability.
  
  Deryk
  
  
• Perfect laptop headphones
  By APBDZ88BBTN4F on 2003-07-17
  I bought these headphones for one reason, for use with my laptop. The best feature about these headphones (for me) is that they are compact, and they come in a hard-case. That means they will travel well in any laptop case.

  As for the actual sound I get from the headphones -- I don't claim to be an audio expert, but music sounds clear and strong, movies sound the way they are supposed to -- no reverb, no fading of left/right stereo sound strength.

  The headphones themselves have me a little worried though. Because they fold up to fit in the case, I am afraid that down the line they may break. But until/if that happens, this review will remain as it is. Bottom line: good set of travel headphones, at a reasonable price.
  
  

• Very Good & Comfortable
  By ATR49FDUXU1ZV on 2004-08-30
  After debating between the PX100 and the Koss PortaPro, I settled on the Senn. (a "blind" buy for not actually be able to listen to them first, I've only read Reviews on the net.)
  
  I'm a bit suprised how good the PX100 sounds out of the box (I tend to let my headphones "burned-in" for a couple days first.) It's on the "warm" sound, bass is good & full - but not bloating. IMO, you'd probably need to adjust the EQ to get more clarity out of the treble side. It really depends on your taste of music. I listen to various music from Trance to Classical, and I do customize my EQ for that particular sound.
  
  As noted by other reviewers, they're very portable, very light-weight and very comfortable to wear for an extended period.
  
  I'm mainly using the PX100 with my Muvo TX FM (also a good product), plus other portable Rio, Panasonic CD/MP3 players wihout any amps. Moderate jogging with these headphones is fine & quite stable on the head. Also, this is an "open" design, so you still can be able to hear the surrounding -- which can be a plus or minus. (I also have a pair of decent in-ear phones Sony EX71 that can isolate outside noise somewhat.)
  
  I would recommend the PX100.
  
  (Other headphones I've used or owned: Senn. HD280 Pro, Sony MDR V6, Beyer DT770, Sony EX71)
  
  
• Great headphones, bad cord.
  By AY274ZC8J2T2A on 2006-07-10
  I loved these headphones. Great quality sound, very comfortable, lightweight and compact. Only one very big problem. The cord is very fragile where it meets the plug. Why did they make it straight instead of a 90-degree bend?
  
  I've had them only a year under normal use and the cord broke (right) at the plug. This renders these headphones useless. It is so stupid, even cheap Sonys have a 90-degree bend on the plug to avoid breaking the cord.
  
  Because of this problem, I would not recommend these headphones. I will be looking at another brand to replace them. It is unfortunate, because they are perfect in all other aspects.
  
  
• great, affordable headphones
  By A10IJ0OW729Z7G on 2003-03-20
  Honestly one of the most comfortable, well-balanced, and affordable headphones out there. They're an open design so it doesn't block out all outside noise, but I don't mind cuz if I wanted that I'd buy huge eggos to fit half my head. The sound of this is full and warm, and has a nice compact design...ideal for me!
  
  
• Excellent, flawless product
  By A1NQP7XYK0HX8H on 2004-02-14
  I am not the type who spends time to write reviews because I feel that a product should deliver what it's manufacturer advertises, but when the product surpasses all your expectations, it is anoter story altogether.
  I have used these headphones for 5 months now. I am so pleased with them that I have actually bought another pair. Everything from the rugged case, the actual headphones and even the packing is exceptional. The sound quality is out of the world. These are the first headphones that deliver crystal clear bass-which is the most important component of music since any tin cup can screech out loud high frequency sounds, but bass is difficult to reproduce accurately. You will hear sounds that you never thought were there in your music all these days.
  The headphones themselves are rugged. They are connectedby thin cables but I now know that they are very strong and durable. Considering the size and looks of these headphones, it is actually difficult to believe that they are so good.
  Do yourself a favor. Pick these up today, and experience your music-not just listen to it.
  
  
• Worthy successor to the PD 100
  By A34JOJV93F2RHX on 2004-03-24
  I've had a pair of Sennheiser PD 100 mini headphones for about 15 years now. That's a long time for any headphones, but particularly for such a slim, lightweight pair. It seems that manufacterers gave up on this style of very lightweight for most of the 90s. As my PD 100s finally started to develop cable problems I was very glad to find that Sennheiser had come back to the concept and even improved upon it! Koss Porta-Pros have been available all the while but I don't find them as comfortable and don't like the punched up bass.

  The PX 100 sound even better than the PD 100s, feel great, cost less and fold down to a convenient size. I like the hard sided carry case. The PX 200 are sealed, but I think an open headphone works better for this size and is certainly more comfortable. I even prefer these to the HD 497s. Note that these come with a mini plug so you'll have to supply your own adapter if you want to plug into something with a full sized jack.

  I like that I can use these with my iPod Mini without having to use any of the EQ curves (which drain the battery faster).

  These things are a dream: light weight, comfortable, great sound, portable and cheap! If these turn out to be even half as durable as the PD 100s then Sennheiser has a real winner on its hands. I don't think anything else can touch these at this price.
  
  

• Unbeatable for the money
  By A2H3WLOJ8JEMNI on 2004-05-15
  I bought these headphones based on some online reviews I had seen and decided to take a punt on them. Admittedly, I am a long time Sennheiser owner so I had some idea what to expect, but I have been pleaseantly surprised with their quality. I look for the following in a pair of headphones (in order): sound quality, comfort, lack of ear fatigue, sturdy construction and price. For the money, the PX-100's are absolutely fantastic. I was surprised and pleased with their audio quality. They sounds fairly neutral at the top end and in the mid range, with some subtle boost in the bass. I mainly listen to them with my iPod and they are a good match. Another good point is how light and comfortable they are to wear. Most of the time I barely notice I have them on. Very low ear fatigue when listening for extended periods as well.
  
  If I have a complaint, it's that I wonder how long they'll last. They seem a little flimsy, but I've had no problems yet, so maybe I'm jumping the gun. As a "value proposition", I haven't seen anything better. They really do represent the best bang for the buck that I've seen on cans at this price point.
  
  
• PX100 or Koss PortaPro ?
  By A2K2G756DM6APY on 2004-12-06
  Need a pair of light weight portable headphone, since I'm used SONY MDR-7506, the new headphone I'm looking is tough decision, so decide to get them both (PX100 & Koss PortaPro), after few days of A,B,C comparison with Dell JukeBox, I keep PX-100, and gave away Koss PortaPro to my firend, they both OK, but PX-100 sound more close to nature to me (not as much bass as PortaPro),
  I can listen music with PX-100 for long time (2-3 hours) without getting my hearing fatigue.
  
  
• Not just good for the money, but good, period.
  By ARFCORBCTKX1J on 2005-02-19
  I reviewed a lot of headphones at Stereophile, and never found a pair under $100 that pleased me. Either they were highly colored or blah-sounding.
  
  These are neither. If you didn't know you were listening to headphones with a street price of $40, you'd think they were more like $140. They're not only neutral, but transparent and detailed. The "graininess" common to inexpensive 'phones is missing. Voices have a nice bloom and focus. Ambience is rendered well, not smeared or obscured.
  
  I wouldn't call the PX 100 dark or dull, but the top end does not seem to extend into the ultrasonic. I find this a minor failing, as (most -- many?) recordings tend to be overbright, anyway.
  
  Unreservedly recommended. If you don't like the PX 100, you probably prefer colorations to accuracy.
  
  
• Well Worth the Money
  By A1GS2EXQFPJH6 on 2005-11-07
  These are great headphones and well worth the money. The sound quality is superior for something so light and compact. These are truly fantastic. Being a bit of an audio bug I found these to be far superior than I expected them to be for the price. I am very pleased.
  
  

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