Koss R-80 Home Headphones

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Product Details

• Item Weight: 2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00005N9D2
• Item model number: 154336
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (88 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: May 14, 2003

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Koss R-80 studio-quality headphones feature a dynamic element construction that utilizes neodymium iron boron magnet structures for accurate acoustic sound reproduction and oxygen-free copper voice coils for signal clarity. Extra large leatherette ear cushions provide maximum isolation and deeper bass, while pivoting ear cups allow for flexible movement during extended wear. Also included are a detachable 8-foot single-entry coiled cord for flexibility and 1/8-inch and 1/4-inch stereo plugs for home and portable use.

Product Description

Koss R80 is a home headphones set that is designed for use in the home, with home electronics.PRODUCT FEATURES:Dynamic Element construction utilizes neodymium iron boron magnet structures for accurate acoustic sound reproduction;Oxygen Free copper voice coils for signal clarity;Extra large leatherette ear cushions for maximum isolation and deep bass;Pivoting ear cups for flexible movement during extended wear;Adjustable headband adapts to any head size or shape for added comfort;Detachable 8 foot, single entry coiled cord for flexibility and reliability;Includes 1/8" and 1/4" stereo plugs for home and portable use.

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Customer Reviews

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28 of 31 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great for Stereo TV/DVD watching, December 10, 2003

By	I. Gross Georg "imgeorg" (Edmond, Oklahoma USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Koss UR-20 Home Headphones (Electronics)

I've had mine for three years now, and I find the UR20s indispensible, since I live in an apartment and can't turn the TV up to a decent level otherwise. There's reasonable bass; you would expect so for the size of them. Always look at the specs. The low number is the bass, the high number (usually in the tens of thousands) is the treble. This set's bass is 30 Hertz. That's That's not a bad number; 20 is average, 12 would be phenomenal. The treble is set at 20,000 Hertz. Theoretically, only dogs can hear frequencies above that, but I think a headphone with a figure over that just seems to sound brighter in the treble, which is what I like. I hate unclear treble and muddy, distorted bass. Another number you look at is sensitivity; the better ones are always over 100. So, I guess based on the specs, these 'phones are about average.

The cord length is excellent at 8 feet. I can be a reasonable distance away from the TV without straining the cord; I've even slept with them on without ear fatigue.

These headphones make movie watching a whole new experience...you get surround sound without the expense!

I've had a great experience with the UR20s and I recommend them for use with home theater, even if you just have a 20" portable like mine. You need an adapter to plug them into a home stereo, and there's plenty of cord where you can be either reasonably mobile or you can sit in your favorite chair some distance away. I think they're great. The only thing that would make them the best is better specs, and that's hard to find at this price range.

43 of 52 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Dissapointing for the price., October 22, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Koss R-10 Home Headphones (Electronics)

I've enjoyed Koss products before and thought these headphones would also be good but unfortunately they're not. They're quite comfortable but the sound is somewhat tinny. Something just seems missing from the sound that I can't put my finger on. It seems somewhat "distant" if that makes sense. Doesn't seem to be "right there".

I also have a pair of Radio Shack Pro 25 Titanium headphones that I bought on sale for which are much better.

I'd recommend trying other headphones before you buy these the Koss R/10.

11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing!, January 23, 2004

By	Stephen G. (Oklahoma City, OK) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Koss UR-20 Home Headphones (Electronics)

These headphones are great. You can't find anything else that sounds this good in this price range. Koss does stereophones right!

I have had my UR-20s for more than a year. They still sound great and have been stuffed into my backpack almost every day since i bought them. One of my size adjuster clips has broken, but it is no doubt due to my reckless use. Even broken, they fit comfortably on the head.

The ear cups are big enough for anyone's ears. They cover your ear completely and do not "crowd" your ear like the smaller UR-29s do.

The bass is amazing and the insulating ring makes such a close seal with your head that you will not hear anything while you have these headphones on. I don't like listening to music while I sleep, but I have used these headphones as noise reducers (without playing any music) on many occasions and bus rides.

Note that these headphones are larger than most. This is probably why they sound so great. I especially like that the headband is made of rubber coated metal to keep the phones close to your head, with a cloth balancing strap below that to make it comfortable in any situation.

Koss is the king as far as affordable, amazing stereophones go. Buy the UR-20s and you'll be glad you did. I have had no problems.