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Sennheiser Electronic HD 280 Pro Hi-fi Stereo Headphone

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4.5

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★★★★☆
3.9

Pros

  • Great sound quality (82)
  • Comfortable (30)
  • Easy to use (30)
  • Durable (24)
  • Lightweight (14)
  • Powerful (13)
  • Versatile (13)
  • Professional functions (12)
  • Powerful bass (11)
  • Highly compatible (8)
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Cons

  • Heavy / bulky (9)
  • Uncomfortable (4)
  • Not durable (2)
  • A bit too tight (1)
  • A little tight (1)
  • Bass (1)
  • Big (1)
  • Cord not long enough (1)
  • Cord too short (1)
  • Falls off/out of ear (1)

Best Uses

  • Music (29)
  • With my computer (23)
  • Amateur recording (20)
  • Home audio (20)
  • Professional recording (16)
  • Events (15)
  • Portable devices (15)
  • Performances (14)
  • Soundtracks (14)
  • Music videos (13)
 
 
 

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The HD-280 Pro is a closed-back, circumaural headphone designed for professional monitoring applications. With up to 32dB attenuation, it's perfect for use in noisy environments, at live shows, and by DJ mixers! The HD-280 Pro features rugged design and optimum sensitivity that'll make even those wimpy headphone outs on synthesizers come alive - these babies are LOUD! The HD-280 Pro delivers detailed, natural reproduction of music and speech, and boasts a smooth frequency response from 8Hz to 25kHz. Ready to pack it up? The collapsible ear cups make it easy to stow in your gig bag! And all those parts you normally wear out - such as the ear pads, headband padding, and cable - are easily replaceable. Due to its collapsible earpieces, the HD-280 Pro is very space-saving when it comes to transportation. All parts subject to wear and tear such as earpads, headband padding, and cable are easily replaceable, thus ensuring long service life.

Specification Description
Model HD 280, HD280PRO, SENHD280PRO
UPC 615104049741
Color Black
color null
Ear Pad Over the Ear
Headband Rests on Head
Headphone Type Over the Head
Select Style Headphones
size null
sku 132650
skuprice 89.9900
style SENHD280PRO
taxable Y

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Last update: Nov 5, 2009

Sennheiser Electronic HD 280 Pro Hi-fi Stereo Headphone Reviews

 
 
 

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★★★★★
5.0
The Best Consumer Headphones Under $100

"These headphones sound amazing, especially in the mid and high frequency range. I don't know of any headphone under $100 that provides better reference sound. Lots or professionals use this headphone to mix recordings and DJ for events. For consumer use, they really bring out detail that goes unnoticed and unheard on "regular" (translation: affordable) speakers or headphones. It's delightful, for example, to..." Read Full Review »

Oct 16, 2008 by Mickey Ears

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★★★☆☆
3.0
Great sound, but poor construction.

"I purchased my Sennheiser HD 280 Pro a few years ago and I love the rich sound it produces. But not more than a few months of gentle use (listening to music at my computer), a piece of plastic from the head loop broke off, revealing the metal frame which lets you adjust the size. A year later, two more pieces broke off. The headphones are still able to function, but I expected more for a [$] pair of headphone..." Read Full Review »

Sep 03, 2007 by braceyourself07

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Sennheiser Electronic HD 280 Pro Hi-fi Stereo Headphone Review

Great sound, good fit

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Good Bass
  • Good Value
  • Great Sound

    Cons

  • Cord Too Short

    Best Uses

  • DJing
  • Home Audio
  • Music
  • Production
  • With My Computer
 

"I bought these as a replacement for a pair that I broke recently. I bought the same pair again, even though the price has gone up by $20 because I like them so much. I used them for DJ and production monitoring in a small home studio. They are a little snug if you have a larger head but do a wonderf …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Nov 5 2009
miah8000
Haverhill, MA
I am:
  • Gear Head
  • Musician
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Price: $99.95
 

Sennheiser Electronic HD 280 Pro Hi-fi Stereo Headphone Review

The Best Consumer Headphones Under $100

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Clear Sound
  • Easy To Use
  • Powerful
  • Professional Functions
  • Versatile

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Amateur Recording
  • Events
  • Music Videos
  • Performances
  • Professional Recording
  • More »
 

"These headphones sound amazing, especially in the mid and high frequency range. I don't know of any headphone under $100 that provides better reference sound. Lots or professionals use this headphone to mix recordings and DJ for events.



For consumer use, they really bring out detail that goes u …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Oct 16 2008
Mickey Ears
Orlando, FL
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  • Experienced
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Price: $99.95
 

Sennheiser Electronic HD 280 Pro Hi-fi Stereo Headphone Review

Comfort, Clarity, & Peace

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Durable
  • Good Value
  • High Quality

    Cons

  • Not for 3hrs plus use

    Best Uses

  • LIstening to iPod
  • Meditation
  • watching movies
 

"* How you use the product

I use these headphones for everything except going outside because I'd look like a dork if I did. They are big, as you can see in the photo.



My most recent use of these headphones was during plant enhanced meditation. The Sennheiser HD280 Pro Headphones are great for …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jan 25 2008
Jeff
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Sennheiser Electronic HD 280 Pro Hi-fi Stereo Headphone Review

Good Flat, Detailed Sound

★★★★☆
4.0

    Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Durable
  • Flat Response

    Cons

  • Not Very Portable

    Best Uses

  • Home Audio
  • Music
  • Portable Devices
 

"I use the product primarily with my Cowon D2 portable digital music player. The HD 280 Pro headphones pair perfectly with the D2 but other portable players might be a bit underpowered for these 64 Ohm headphones.



Other reviews I've read about these headphones have stated that a break-in period o …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Dec 5 2008
Joe the Geek
Cheyenne, WY
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Sennheiser Electronic HD 280 Pro Hi-fi Stereo Headphone Review

truly professional phones

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Comfortable
  • Durable
  • Good Bass
  • Rich Sound

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Home Audio
  • Music
  • Portable Devices
  • With My Computer
 

"These headphones replaced a pair of Sennheiser HD 224's which were very good but which had grown long in the tooth.



The 280's are superior to the 224's in almost every regard. They provide a very positive seal and the sound is excellent. From bass to crystal clear highs, the frequency response …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Feb 16 2009
shiguy
Winter Haven, FL
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  • Audiophile
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Price: $99.99
 
 
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