Sennheiser PXC 250 II Collapsible Noise-Canceling Headphones

by Sennheiser

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 3.1 x 7.9 x 4.9 inches ; 12.8 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00375MWE2
• Item model number: PXC 250 II
• Average Customer Review: 3.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (45 customer reviews)

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Highly portable, the Sennheiser PXC 250 II noise cancelling headphones allow you to take off and then lose yourself completely when flying. Thanks to high-performing neodymium magnets, the PXC 250-II delivers a powerful, detailed sound with a wide frequency response, plus it's equipped with NoiseGard to screen out intrusive ambient noise.

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NoiseGard technology cancels up to 80 percent of droning, fatiguing airplane or bus cabin noise without added bulk or size. They are also equipped with a convenient in-line volume control which enables you to adjust playback volume even when the music player is stowed.

They offer a closed, supra-aural design that provides for excellent passive attenuation of ambient noise. The newly-improved battery pack requires only a single AAA alkaline battery, and it lasts up to 50 hours--more than enough for a flight from Tokyo to New York (even taking delays into account).

Suitable for all types of modern music, it provides detailed sound reproduction with a slight emphasis on the bass. Other features include a steel-reinforced headband for high durability and included carrying case.

What's in the Box

PXC 250-II headphones, AAA battery, in-flight audio adapter (dual 1/8 inch/3.5mm mono plug), carrying pouch

Specifications

• Noise cancelling: Up to 80 percent
• Frequency response: 10-21,000 Hz
• Sound pressure level (SPL): 112 dB
• Ear coupling: On-the-ear
• Impedance: 300/160 ohms (active/passive)
• Total harmonic distortion (THD): <0.1 percent
• Connector: 1/8-inch (3.5mm)
• Cable length: 4.9 feet
• Power: Single AAA battery
• Operating time: Up to 50 hours

Compatibility

Optimized for in-flight entertainment systems as well as 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 PXC 250 II is covered by a 2-year warranty with the backing of Sennheiser's worldwide service network.

Product Description

The mark II on-ear collapsible mini headphones are equipped with NoiseGard technolgy to cancel droning, fatiguing airplane or bus noise. They are also equipped with an in line volume control.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

113 of 115 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great for travel, August 12, 2010

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Cinelawyer (Heartland, IN, USA) - See all my reviews

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This is my second pair of these lightweight noise-canceling headphones, which should tell you how much I liked the first set. I use them for travel, especially long plane rides to and from Europe.

PROS: (1) Light weight and portability. When I travel, minimizing weight and space is very important, and these featherweight headphones are perfect for those of us who find ear buds annoying. I wore them for 9 straight hours on a flight back from France and they never hurt my ears or felt heavy. By contrast, when I've worn the Bose on transatlantic flights (American Airlines loans you a set if you fly business class), I can't go more than about 3 hours before they start to feel uncomfortable. (2) Low price -- less than half the cost of the price-controlled Bose. (3) They work just fine (only without the noise canceling) if the battery dies. (4) The new ones have a small volume control on the battery compartment which I found very helpful on a long flight.

CONS: Their light weight makes them a bit delicate. They must be folded and unfolded with care -- don't get them for your teenaged son. If he sits on them, they can break. My son has a pair of Panasonic noise-canceling ear buds that work almost as well as the Sennheisers and he has been unable to break them (yet).

MATTER OF PERSONAL PREFERENCE: They don't cancel as much noise as the Bose. Personally, I find the Bose a bit eerie because they cut you off from all ambient sound, which is not the way one normally listens to music. I prefer the Sennheiser because, when I am waiting for my plane, I can usually still hear the announcement that the gate has changed or they are beginning boarding. I guess if you want a "home theater" experience with huge bass sounds swirling around while Vin Diesel blows stuff up, get the Bose. If you listen to music, get the Sennheiser.

I give it 5 stars for portability and technology, and 4 stars for music quality (bass a bit thin) and its slightly flimsy construction, but they won't let me post a 4 1/2 star rating.

54 of 56 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Best bang for the buck, May 6, 2010

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E. Cowperthwaite "love good electronic gadgets" (Seattle, WA) - See all my reviews
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At half the price of the Bose on ear headphones there is no good reason that I can imagine for buying anything but the Sennheisers. Aside from being much more friendly to the wallet, here's why you should get these:

- Sound reproduction is excellent
- They continue playback after the battery dies, unlike the Bose headphones
- Lightweight and compact
- Noise cancelling is excellent

This is my second set of Sennheisers. I bought the PXC 250 set in 2007 and have now upgraded to the PXC 250-II after managing to leave the first set somewhere in an airport. I travel about 100,000 miles a year and these have been a godsend both for listening to music and surviving my plane flights without headache and stress.

65 of 70 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent headphones for a good price, June 6, 2010

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Gordon Fergusojn - See all my reviews
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This is my third Sennheiser headphone set (lost one). The first two were the 250 model which requires two batteries rather than the one required by the 250 II model. I cannot tell any difference in the noise cancelling feature between the two models. They both do a good job, although not quite as good as the more expensive, well-known brands. But they do well and they are better on the other features -- compactness, particularly. The 250 II has a volume control feature on the smaller battery compartment, which is handy. Either model works in a quiet environment without the noise cancellation turned on, a big plus compared to those other brands that don't. The combination of price, design and effectiveness in cancelling noise will keep me from ever spending twice the amount on other sets that may be slightly better on noise cancellation, but not as good on all other features. By the way, I use the headphones mostly for airline travel, of which I do a lot.