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Brand | Sennheiser |
Color | Black |
Ear Placement | Over Ear |
Form Factor | Over Ear |
Noise Control | None |
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- Compact, ergonomic over-ear headphones. Connectivity Technology: Wireless.Frequency response 17 - 22,000 Hz.Specific uses for product : Communication.Transducer principle : Dynamic, Closed. Carrier frequency : 2.4 – 2.48 GHz.
- Bass boost and surround sound listening modes. Maximum sound pressure level: 114 dB at 1kHz, 3 percentage THD. THD, total harmonic distortion: <0.5 percentage at 1 kHz, 100 dB SPL. Range: Up to 100 m
- Digital wireless technology ensures that signal transmission remains clear and accurate
- Easy to set up and enjoy
- MAIN controls located on headphones
- Wireless communication technology: Kleer
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Sound quality | 4.4 | 4.5 | 4.4 | 4.5 | 4.5 | — |
Volume control | 4.4 | 4.3 | 4.4 | 4.5 | 4.5 | — |
Noise cancellation | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.4 | 4.2 | 4.6 | — |
Battery life | 4.6 | 5.0 | — | — | 4.6 | — |
Comfort | — | 5.0 | 4.5 | — | 4.5 | — |
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connectivity tech | RF | Optical, AUX 3.5mm, RCA, Bluetooth | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless, Optical, RCA, 3.5mm AUX | Wireless |
headphones form factor | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | On Ear |
connector type | wireless,wireless.frequency | — | USB Type C | — | wireless | — |
headphones jack | 3.5 mm Jack | — | USB | — | 3.5 mm Jack | — |
cable feature | Wireless | Detachable | — | Retractable | Without Cable | Without Cable |
control type | Noise Control | Media Control | Volume Control | Media Control | Volume Control | Media Control |
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Meet the Sennheiser RS 175
The Sennheiser RS 175 is the right complement to your home entertainment system. This digital wireless headphone delivers sound quality and freedom from wires. The ergonomic around ear, closed back design reduces background noise while providing an comfortable fit. You’ll be immersed in the sound of your favourite music, TV or movies without disturbing anyone else in the room.
- Sennheiser recommends this headphone for anyone wanting to enjoy music, movies or TV programmes without wires or making a sound.
- This headphone is compatible with any audio or video device that has an optical digital (toslink) or analogue audio output (Left + Right RCA or 3.5 mm headphone output).
- Did you know? An optional second set of headphones (Sennheiser HDR 175) can be added to the RS 175 system. This allows two people to listen wirelessly to the same program at the same time.
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Digital wireless audio transmissionDelivers sound quality over its 330 ft (line of sight) operating range. Never again worry about the tangled limitations that are inherent with wired headphones. |
Multi-purpose transmitterConnects to your audio device via digital or analog input to provide sound to the headphones and acts as an easy charge cradle and docking station. |
Rechargeable batteriesProvide up to 18 hours of operating time when fully charged for long listening sessions. |
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Closed back, around ear designProvides wearing comfort and reduces ambient noise so you can focus on the entertainment. |
Intelligently designed controlsOn the headphone make the system easy to use. |
Bass boost and surround sound listening modesDeliver added low frequency power and improved soundstage enhancing the TV listening experience. |
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Frequency Response | 22000 Hz |
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Headphones Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
Model Name | RS 175 |
Connectivity Technology | RF |
Wireless Communication Technology | Kleer, RF |
Special Feature | Noise Cancellation |
Included Components | Headphone, Charging Station |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Material | Plastic |
Specific Uses For Product | Communication |
Charging Time | 9 Hours |
Compatible Devices | Television |
Theme | TV Series |
Control Type | Noise Control |
Cable Feature | Wireless |
Item Weight | 0.68 Pounds |
Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
Frequency Range | 17 Hz - 22 kHz |
Package Type | Standard Packaging |
Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
Style | RS 175 RF Headset with Charger |
Control Method | Remote |
Number of Items | 1 |
Carrying Case Weight | 16 Ounces |
Is Autographed | No |
Is Electric | No |
UPC | 615104228382 615104338531 |
Global Trade Identification Number | 00615104338531, 00615104228382 |
Manufacturer | US - Sennheiser |
Product Dimensions | 9.3 x 5.9 x 11.6 inches |
Item Weight | 10.9 ounces |
Language | English |
ASIN | B00SLUI5SA |
Item model number | RS 175 |
Batteries | 2 AA batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #8,466 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #470 in Over-Ear Headphones |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | January 22, 2015 |
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The Sennheiser RS 175 is a perfect complement to your home entertainment system. This digital wireless headphone delivers exceptional sound quality and freedom from wires. The ergonomic around ear, closed back design reduces background noise while providing an exceptionally comfortable fit. You’ll be immersed in the sound of your favorite music, TV or movies without disturbing anyone else in the room! Do not expose to moisture.
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Customers like the sound quality of the headphones. They say it has good sound fidelity, including bass. They also appreciate the noise-canceling feature and say it's comfortable. However, some customers have reported that the sound isolation isn't the best.
"...WeaknessesThey don't leak sound, but the sound isolation isn't the best as compared to some other over year phones i have tried...." Read more
"...Super comfy, blocks out a lot of other sound. Charge lasts a very long time!" Read more
"...comfortable and provide exactly what I need by way of providing audio while watching TV...." Read more
"...Otherwise, the sound quality is super excellent (recall my hearing). I hear MUCH better with these than in our super new multiplex IMAX theater...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the headphones. They say it has a rich sound and a nice sound stage. Some customers also mention that it's an excellent product and able to listen to TV without disturbing others. They also say it'll be a good spouse acceptance.
"...It really is significant in terms of quality it is a rich sound, with a nice sound stage and imaging which helps for movies and games...." Read more
"...use a button for on/off, which is slightly less convenient but more durable and reliable long term...." Read more
"...The docking station is good looking and solid, never falls over from imbalance or a bump...." Read more
"...They are great phones but you need to set them up special on this Samsung:..." Read more
Customers like the performance of the headphones. They say the sound is crisp, works great with things like beat saber, and works perfect in any room of their house. They also say the digital optical input works well and is very clear. Customers also say that the product experience is good and that watching movies with these on is a wonderful experience. They mention that analog headphones are cheaper, sufficient, and there is no detectable delay between video and audio.
"...n't quite as flexible as bluetooth since you need this station, it performs better, and there are no hiccups with either lag, or bluetooth issues..." Read more
"...Listening to movies with these on is a wonderful experience, as is playing games and all the other things you need headphones for...." Read more
"...There's a slight signal delay, though that's only perceptible when the audio is also playing through speakers, and I'd expect that from any RF..." Read more
"Works very well. We have an older modelFrom the same manufacturer - about 15 years old. It had not too comfortable small ear pieces...." Read more
Customers like the comfort of the headphones. For example, they say the range is adequate, the mute button has a good tactile feel, and the padding is nice. Some mention that the dock is convenient and that the headphones fit around the ear and not over the ea.
"...The 175 set, to me, is much more comfortable because of the padding and because possibly of the tighter fit which keeps them in place verses the..." Read more
"...The headset itself is quite light and comfortable -- I've worn it for hours while watching movies, listening to music, and gaming...." Read more
"...All considered, no complaints about comfort...." Read more
"...ears and on the top of my head, there is definitely a dull throbbing pain around my ears once I remove the headphones after about an hour of viewing...." Read more
Customers find the setup of the headphones fairly easy. They mention that the instructions are clear and easy to understand. They also say that the charging setup is easy and the headphones are portable.
"...Also, the packaging and instructions were easy and clearly well thought out...." Read more
"...even the garage, bathroom, or outside.3. Fairly easy to setup once you have your optical cable or stereo audio cable setup and your..." Read more
"...otoh they are very easy to change, and very cheap. You could even keep spares charged and swap them if the phones run down...." Read more
"...is excellent, the build quality is top-notch, and they are very easy to use...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the value of the headphones. Some mention that it's well worth the money, has good quality for the money and is an excellent choice. Others however, say that it is way overpriced, the pads feel really flimsy and the headphones seem cheap.
"...In all, these are a good buy and decent balance between price and quality with no significant flaws...." Read more
"...Sennheiser has always been a good but reasonably priced product line for me.Pros: Noise cancelling. It's pretty comfortable...." Read more
"...Silly me. Even based just on sound quality, they're not worth it...." Read more
"...otoh they are very easy to change, and very cheap. You could even keep spares charged and swap them if the phones run down...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the fit of the headphones. Some mention that the adjustable fit for one's head works fine, and they fit a wide range of head sizes. However, others say that the headphones are a bit tight and don't hug their head very well. They also say that when setting them down or removing them, the ears pads stick to the dock.
"...The 175's fit much tighter which is very nice when up and moving about yet the tight fit makes it difficult to hear when my wife is speaking to me..." Read more
"...really difficult to find when wearing them and the headphones don't hug your head very well. That's both a plus and a minus...." Read more
"...I've never felt the band was too tight, or that the headset was uncomfortable...." Read more
"The station is too big but the quality of the sound its very good...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the signal of the headphones. Some mention that the wireless headphone system is great and works as advertised, with a decent wireless range and strong signal. However, others say that the signal is bad, dropping in and out, and has virtually no ability to send signal through walls. The transmission distance was never great and the connectivity is not nearly as good as their previous set.
"...Over all very nice for wireless headphones...." Read more
"...These headphones are not Bluetooth but have their own wireless frequency transmitter direct to your headphones up to 100 meters away depending on..." Read more
"...have paid more for a more premium product, but this is the best wireless headphone series that Sennheiser has to offer...." Read more
"Great sound. Wireless works well. Used a previous pair every day for over 2 years and ordered another pair only because foam pads tore on old pair...." Read more
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Sound quality really good for wireless, the best i have heard in fact for wireless. Better than a lot of wired too, to my ears these sound wonderful. I have a lot of headphones and am into audio as well. I think the sound would suit the tastes of 90% of people. For movies these kill, got me though when my daughter was in infant :) They extremely conformable with easily replaceable pads. i upgraded to the felt pads you can buy the 185 pads and they work fine. They are better than the stock ones that come with these for those of us that like the feel of felt.
Simply fun to listen to. Close as you will get to a 2k home theater on a budget.
Really just want to cut to the chase these are fun to listen to, and i feel they sound wonderful for movies. I can honestly say i don't think they could be any better for this usage.
Also love having replaceable batteries. I have had this for a couple years now, and a buddy has has his a previous model for more than 10 years old (180) so i know they hold up fairly well.
Weaknesses
They don't leak sound, but the sound isolation isn't the best as compared to some other over year phones i have tried. It isn't bad, just don't expect super isolation.
The head band pad is not the best. Fake leather feels a little thin there too. The build is also not the most robust. I haven't had any issues but i am also really careful with my things. I wouldn't drop it. I'd be surprised if it could sustain a fall from 4-5 feet on a hard surface with out breaking.
The price i paid for the full unit with the base station was 171. It is a buy at that price, no regrets, in fact i like the sound so much if i could find it for that price or lower i'd consider picking up a second done for work since i like it better than Bluetooth. while it isn't quite as flexible as bluetooth since you need this station, it performs better, and there are no hiccups with either lag, or bluetooth issues like jitter etc. In fact in all the years of owning this i have never had any issue audio or otherwise. I think 270 which i see from time to time is asking way too much though they are good but let's not be crazy. The mark up on head phones is absurd. I'd wait for a sale. For what these do they are wonderful. If you want a pair of cans for your home theater system or computer, and don't need as much flexibility as bluetooth provides and have a scenario where audio performance is paramount, you'll totally love these.It really is significant in terms of quality it is a rich sound, with a nice sound stage and imaging which helps for movies and games.
While not perfect if I am being picky, after years of owning this i am giving it 5 starts because i still use it, and it has served me really well, and i have been totally satisfied with my purchase. In fact i used this and my Bluetooth cans more than any of the corded ones i have these days, and i have some nice ones. This sound just about as good as some of my high end cabled head phones especially for things like movies. They are particularly tuned for that. My main gripes are I would love to see 1.) more isolation, 2.) more robust build quality 3.) this quality of sound on Bluetooth if it is possible. I mean i feel like i have to treat these things like fine china which they are :) I can honestly say these'd would by far be my go to head phones in all scenarios if i could get this sound quality on Bluetooth and not paying 500 dollars.Here is hoping. These have great imaging and are almost as good as open back headphones in sound stage. there is almost a surround sound nature to them, but they just sound great. If you want uncompromising high end sounds for your movies in a head phones these are the ones to get.
The 175's are an over the ear fit as opposed to the 120's being an on the ear fit. The 175's fit much tighter which is very nice when up and moving about yet the tight fit makes it difficult to hear when my wife is speaking to me during a show which she does quite often. I'll let you decide if that's is a pro or a con. The 120's were loose enough that I could hear her speak even though I still had to remove the headset to understand her. The looseness had a downside though in that if I went to the fridge for a drink or snack and bent down the headset fell off. Not so with the 175's. Both sets have excellent sound reproduction even though the 120's are analog. The 175's can be digital or analog which can be decided by a switch on the back of the transmitter. You have the option of connecting to the sound source by optical cable or 3.5 jack which in my case required a y adapter converting to RCA jacks. I was amazed to find that there is a very noticeable difference between digital and analog, digital being the best by far. With the digital you don't hear any static or interference noises in non-dialog or silent spots. At least I couldn't hear any and my wife said in her words "this is fantastic".
sound with the 175's:
You can switch between regular stereo, low SRS, and High SRS by clicking a button on the side of the headset. This can also be controlled at the transmitter. There is a very noticeable difference between each setting. I have noticed that on low SRS the background recordings seem to be moved back and reduced in volume while the main dialog remains at regular volume. Ever had one of those instances where the main character is talking in a whisper voice, which seems to be in vogue these days, and is suddenly overrun by the background noise, which also seems to be a problem these days. Well, low SRS helps to overcome that problem for me. I can hear the dialog very clearly and if you've lived for a while having to constantly asked "what did he/she say?" then you can really appreciate that fact.
In High SRS there is a distinct surround sound quality. I've never been able to experience this before due to my hearing loss so to me it is awesome. I love Paul Simons music, especially "Graceland", "father and daughter" and "late in the evening". I just thought I liked them before but after listening to them through the 175's I have heard notes and instruments that I didn't realize were there. Now I love the songs. Having discovered that I went back and watched a couple of my favorite movies and discovered background sounds that I had been missing and they add so much more to the entertainment value. Keep in mind that I have experienced all this with the 120's also and there is a large difference.
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I like that the controls are on the side of the 175 headset because I often recline when watching television and this keeps the controls from contacting anything and changing the settings unintentionally.
This was a problem with the 120 sets because the controls were behind the headset.
The 175 set, to me, is much more comfortable because of the padding and because possibly of the tighter fit which keeps them in place verses the loose fit of the 120 set.
cons (maybe):
The 175 set is only capable of employing two headsets.
The 120 can employ several at one time. I'm not sure how many but certainly more than four because I have that many headsets.
The 120 has an option of three channels selectable on the transmitter and the headset which means you can use more than one in a household without interfering with each other. This is the situation at my house. I have one set in the bedroom and one in the living room and we can use them separately on separate channels at the same time. My grandkids love the headsets so this settles a problem when they come to visit and want cartoons while I want news.
The 175 has only one channel so this setup would probably not be possible.
The 175 power button has to be held down for about three seconds to activate while the 120 has a slide switch. The 175 has a very slight delay between activation and transmitter connection. The 120 is instant. This caused a rather humorous incident early on. My wife was watching a movie on Netflix and I picked up the headset, turned it on, placed it on my head and thought I was waiting on a connection when in reality I was in a very quite point in the movie just before an explosion and massive gunfire. I was on my way to my recliner when all hell broke loose and it was so realistic I almost wet my pants and overran the recliner. It was apparently the highlight of my wife's day. She still laughs about it. Her lack of concern about my bruised shins and ego aside...after the fact it was funny.
I know this was lengthy but I hope it helps someone in my situation to make an informed decision.
In short I would never had purchased the 175's for myself due to the cost because I wouldn't have believed they would make this much difference. Now that I've experienced them I would buy them in a heartbeat.
Now a word about sennheiser's customer service. I had a situation early on where I lost the optical connection with my TV. I was quick to blame the new headset simply because they were new. I sent an email to sennheiser in hopes they could find a solution before I had to send the set back. I had a return mail in about 45 minutes telling me what to do. Turns out the problem was with the television and not the sennheiser transmitter. Quick response, great customer service.
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Sound quality - phenomenal. I picked these up to replace my gaming headset and its everything you want. I prefer closed back because for both music and gaming I like the isolated audio. You will notice your own voice is harder to hear after you put these on, but you get used to it without a problem. The Low/High Surround sound feature is nice, but I haven't found a concrete need to use them. Bass boost is a nice feature for music. I'll even move these downstairs and hook it up to the big screen and watch a blockbuster with it. Just amazing when all ambient noises are gone. Also, because the isolation is so good, I can sit next to my fiancee reading while watching Avengers and she can barely hear anything.
Durability - I have found that headsets like Beyerdynamics has pretty weak joints and video reviews speak to that effect. Joints for the RS 175 are very solid.
Wireless capabilities - First wireless headset and I'm floored. The headsets uses a replacable AAA battery so you could buy new ones if they stop having the charges you need. In theory though, you should never run out of battery because the dock that sits on my desk would just charge it once I'm done with the computer. And I don't see myself ever having a 17 hour session for whatever reason. Also, it advertises 100m distance, but it's not very good with floors. Even if you put your palms on both sides, it will block the audio. Small FYI.
Comfort - Very comfortable as it goes around the ear and is very snug. I can see the tightness being a bothersome to a small group of people, but it's very nice and keeps the audio isolated.