- Brand Name: Sennheiser
- Model: PX 100
- Item Weight: 0.55 pounds
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The Sennheiser PX 100 Headphones use dynamic supra-aural mini headphones and a slim, lightweight design to provide convenience and superior sound to the traveler or outdoor user. Sennheiser's duoful diaphragms with spiral embossing provide high-resolution sound, while the twin damping technology creates crisp, fast bass response, helped by 80ppi polyurethane and special perforated elements. The ear cups can be turned 90 degrees and closed up, then put into a rugged carrying case that can fit into a shirt pocket. The included headband padding helps provide the perfect, snug fit for your head.
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The Sennheiser PX 100 Headphones use dynamic supra-aural mini headphones and a slim, lightweight design to provide convenience and superior sound.
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419 of 431 people found the following review helpful
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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.
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.
365 of 397 people found the following review helpful
By C. Hannum
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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.
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.
148 of 159 people found the following review helpful
By W. French
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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.
44 of 44 people found the following review helpful
By David Peritz
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.
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.
44 of 45 people found the following review helpful
By J. Stevens
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.... Read more ›
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.... Read more ›
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
Beautiful sound quality product
I have both the PX 100 and the PX 200 headphones - I have to say the PX 100 sound seems better but both are excellent - rich throughout the range. Read more
Published 10 days ago by Spike
4.0 out of 5 stars
The start of my audiophile journey.
I owe a lot to these guys...they started my journey as an audiophile. When I was a kid, I ended up going through one of these a year because the cables would come undone. Read more
Published 12 days ago by Christian Matthew
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great headphones, with a hidden secret
I've had mine for years, and they sound as good as the Sennheiser HD650 cans I used to have (minus the noise isolation).
But the best part? Read more
But the best part? Read more
Published 19 days ago by James M. Post
5.0 out of 5 stars
item is perfect!!
The item is perfect to me and my family i'm very Satisfied with the product, i'm recommend this product to use.
Published 23 days ago by Israel Estrada
2.0 out of 5 stars
Good Sound - But Unreliable
For the money they do sound very good. But I bought 2 pairs, and on both of them the bass drivers failed...resulting in distortion. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Fran
5.0 out of 5 stars
Huge value for good 'phones that didn't collapse my bank account
I got mine for just $34.90 in 2006, and with recently added replacement cushions, they're still going strong. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Talón de Brea
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent
I have bought several of this excellent earphone. Gave them to several family members. The bass is good and clean.
Published 3 months ago by Salvador Siangio
5.0 out of 5 stars
Rare product that stand the test of time
I've owned these headphones since 2006, and at the time they cost $37.99. Out of all the various electronics/gadgets I've bought over the years, I don't think I've ever been so... Read more
Published 3 months ago by Seth P.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Awesome Sound Quality
I've owned these headphones for 8 years now, and they continue to amaze me. I spent a long time researching and everything kept pointing to these guys. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Jodi Kearse
5.0 out of 5 stars
Comfortable with no sacrifice of sound quality and compact to boot.
These headphones have given me years of great listening pleasure, and they still do! I have always liked the Sennheiser line of audio equipment and this headset is just as... Read more
Published 4 months ago by spitfireNM
