Koss KSC35 mp3me Stereophone

by Koss

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000051SCZ
• Item model number: KSC35
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (33 customer reviews)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: September 4, 1999

Product Description

Color: MP3ME Stereophone

Amazon.com Product Description

Koss KSC35 headphones feature a unique sportclip design that fits around the ear, eliminating the headband. Also included is a dynamic element design for deep bass performance, a convenient carrying case, a straight, dual entry 4 foot cord, and 1/8-inch and 1/4-inch stereo plugs for home and portable use.

Product Description

KSC35 HEADPHONES

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

25 of 26 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The absolute best (sounding) in its price range!, April 26, 2001

By 

Michael Buttersworth "M - Butta" (Los Angeles, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Koss KSC35 mp3me Stereophone (Electronics)

Overall, this is the best overall value, IMO, for a portable headphone. Small and lightweight, the KSC-35s also sound better than any of their competitors, including the S/Portapros. They have OVERALLY bloated bass, the kind that gives me headaches. The KSC-35s would, too, if it wasn't for their very interesting design. Unlike usual headphones which go over your head, or even the neck-band types, the KSC-35s have no headband whatsoever! They hang around your ear - clip is the word most people use, but that sounds painful, and the KSC-35s are the most comfortable headphones i've ever worn. Ever.

To the most important part: Sound. These things ound great. With only 32 ohms of resistance, they will be driven easily from any portable, including MP3/MD players with low output strength. The clip design, as i mentioned above, changes the acoustic properties of the KSC-35s. They are no longer exerting pressure on your ears; they instead simply drape the earlobe. Because of this "loose" grip (when compared to the S/Portapros), they lose some of the boominess in the bass department. They do, however, have a peak in frequency response favoring bass, so bass lovers will truly enjoy these headphones. I prefer the mid-range, and the KSC-35s have a decent midrange presentation, as well a good treble presentation. The excessive bass, while less than the S/Portapros, is still too much to allow the the other frequencies to shine.

All in all, a very active-use friendly design, excellent sound for minimal price, and a superiority over other models in the same price range BY THE SAME COMPANY (KOSS), won me over. These headphones are perfect for an active listener who wants to get great sound out of his portable.

NOTE: I have been constantly comparing the KSC-35s to the Sportapro and Portapro models because all three models have the same drivers. In fact, the S/Portaprose tend to be highly reccommended, while actually their sporty-looking cousin, the KSC-35, sound better! For less! The only draw-back being a slightly unusual design, which I have grown to love!

29 of 35 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best steals in audio!, November 27, 2001

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D. Frakes (California) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Koss KSC35 mp3me Stereophone (Electronics)

I am an admitted "audiophile" -- my main headphone system is over $3,000. However, these are one of my favorite headphones ever (and I've heard a lot of them, from $10 to $1000!). (...) These are one of the best-sounding headphones under a hundred bucks, and they are also one of the most versatile. They have three things going for them: 1) SOUND. The KSC-35 have balanced sound, including impressive bass, good midrange and good detail. That's a rare combination in headphones under a hundred bucks. They sound good enough that good sources really do sound good, but they are also enjoyable on lower-quality sources such as MP3 players and computers (another rare trait -- many headphones do one or the other, but not both). 2) COMFORT. The unique "earclip" design of the KSC-35 provides a very lightweight headphone that is also quite secure. These are without question the BEST exercise headphone on the planet, and they are also all-day comfortable. I should add that a few people don't like the clip design because of their ear shape, but most people will often forget they're wearing them. 3) EFFICIENCY. Unlike many high-quality headphones that need a juicy headphone amp to sound good, the KSC-35 sound great on anything, from the wimpiest portable CD player to the best dedicated headphone amp. I can't recommend this headphone enough. It's WAY better than anything else for the price, and competitive with headphones costing many times as much. If you're looking at (...) headphones under a hundred bucks, get these first and give them a try. You can return them if you don't like them, but my guess is you'll keep them ;)

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Work Excellent, November 25, 2000

By 

Heather Berube (Andover, MA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Koss KSC35 mp3me Stereophone (Electronics)

I was a little hesitant at first because I thought that they were cheap-looking. But I was wrong! Unlike other compact phones, these don't fall out from your ears. They have earcups that can adjust to any induvidual's ear and they're not uncomfortable. You can bring them practically anywhere because they're so small and the case is handy, too. A must for anybody who's always on the move and doesn't have time to bring around huge headphones!

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