Powerful neodymium magnets for powerful base
Closed supraaural design blocks outside noise
Individually adustable earcups for a secure fit
Optimised for iPod, iPhone, MP3 and CD players
A superb over-the-ear headphone with a dynamic bass reproduction, the Sennheiser HD 218 features closed ear cups to screen out non-musical sounds--the clatter of the underground train, the chatter of the people sitting next to you, street noise outside, and more. Stylish with an elegant black over-ear design, the HD 218 fits all the ways you work and play. Click here for a larger image.
You'll enjoy powerful bass-driven stereo sound thanks to the headphone's neodymium magnets, and the individually adjustable earcups on the adjustable headband provide a secure and comfortable fit. What's in the Box Headphones. Specifications Frequency response: 19 - 21,000 Hz Sound pressure level (SPL): 108 dB Transducer principle: Dynamic, closed Ear coupling: On-the-ear Impedance: 24 ohms Total harmonic distortion (THD): <0.5 percent Connector: 1/8-inch (3.5mm) Cable length: 4.5 feet Compatibility Optimized for MP3, iPod, iPhone (iPod and iPhone are trademarks of Apple Inc. registered in the U.S. and other countries), and portable media players. Warranty The Sennheiser HD 218 is covered by a 2-year warranty with the backing of Sennheiser's worldwide service network.
This review is from: Sennheiser HD218 Closed Back Headphone Optimized for iPod/iPhone/MP3/ and Music Players
After struggling for a while with the average quality of a few models of closed headphones and the piercing pain in my earlobes when using them for more than an hour, I believe I've found what I wanted: A good quality, good sound, reasonable priced earphones that won't hurt my humanity. But beware audiophiles: The sound coming from these guys even if rich and clear, with realistic deep bass and sharp high notes will never match those you can get from professional headphones, nor is their intention nor their price. These are nice mid-level workhorses that do their job pretty good, so keep your expectations on that level. If you want professional sound get ready to pay three or four times more. Just be realistic
After the "disclaimer" above, I bumped into these headphones while looking to replace a pair of Sony's, my third pair of closed headphones that not only sounded average but made me ended up with swollen, red earlobes after a little more than an hour of use. I tried everything, from forcing the top bridge to open and release the pressure to using the cup in different areas of my earlobes with no success. I even tried stuffing some cotton yarn on the cups and the only result was me looking ridiculous. Then I read a review on this pair from a reputable source attending the latest CES in Vegas and I gave them a try
They are good, really good. I use them mostly for PC gaming and the sound effects as well as the music and dialogue is very clear and deep. I also tried them a couple of times on my iPod listening to classical music and they behave decently, not as good as I wanted but at this price I doubt there are any headphones that can deliver classical music with the needed fidelity. They also provide good isolation from external noises with a thick layer of foam and synthetic fiber that to my surprise doesn't make you feel that you put your ears on the kitchen range. They do warm your ears a bit, but noting you can't stand or even notice after you get accustomed to them
But the best part for me is the fit. No pain, no discomfort whatsoever. The combination of a good layer of soft material with a multiple point adjusting cups provides a very close fit yet mimic the shape of your earlobes good enough to avoid the pain other earphones can get you. If you add I use them while wearing glasses, then the result is astounding: No pressure on your head from the glasses or any ache or soreness from the cups. Overall the best pair of closed headphones I owned in a while. Five stars considering they last for at least three years at my heavy use, but that's too early to tell
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This review is from: Sennheiser HD218 Closed Back Headphone Optimized for iPod/iPhone/MP3/ and Music Players
Good sound, good price for a high end brand name. But that's where the accolades stop. For phones intended for portable use, the wire that runs into the jack breaks all the time. I luckily got an extended warranty on these and that means I just throw my broken pair on the counter and they give me a new pair. I'm on my 4th set of phones in less than a year. If you're a daily subway type commuter, these won't last more than 3 months tops before the wire snaps. Disturbing. You'd think a high end phones manufacturer could build a more robust cable connection.
An maybe it's the shape of my head, but these phones don't really sit very snuggly on your head. I find they slip off if you tilt your head down.
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This review is from: Sennheiser HD218 Closed Back Headphone Optimized for iPod/iPhone/MP3/ and Music Players
It's kind of ironic that I got the request to review these headphones at this time. I was just showing them to my brother and exclaiming how much I liked them. We're both are ex-DJs and do sound production and voice work. Now, while I might not use these for editing or producing a piece; they are definitely adequate. Listening to and appreciating music on these phones is thoroughly enjoyable though. Nice DEEP end, staging, clarity, and presence. One thing I noted since getting these is how comfortable they are while wearing them. After awhile, you forget that your even wearing them. I'd recommend these in a heartbeat. Especially at the price I paid for them (I think it was $28 something). Only one small reservation in terms of durability and I think that question will be answered in time. I'm not hard on electronics equipment but some of the plastics seem a little questionable. That may be just me and again only time will tell. Get these for your MP3 player, computer, sound system, TV etc... they'll work very well with any of those. They deserve the 5 star rating....
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