Sennheiser PXC 450 Expert Reviews

Sennheiser creates some of the best audiophile headphones you can buy, but they also manufacture professional headsets for the aviation industry that feature an active noise-canceling technology du...

Great active noise-canceling with NoiseGard, Sennheiser's high quality sound, Solid construction and comfortable,

Price is going to hurt even if these are the perfect headphones for you, Full-size headphones aren't nearly as portable as in-ear for travel,

After a sound investment (arf!)? The Sennheiser PXC-450s are some of the best noise-cancelling over-ear headphones you'll ever clap eyes (or should that be ears) on.

Awesome noise-cancelling technology. Usual superb Sennheiser sonic performance

Expensive. Low-end grunt is slightly lacking

After the first few hours, these Sennheisers more than justify the high price. Excellent!

The Sennheiser PXC-450s are folding, noise-cancelling circumaural (around the ear) headphones with NoiseGard 2.0 technology and a TalkThrough switch. Comes with two adaptors (6.3mm and airline) and uses one AAA battery. Weighs 240g.

Transform your seaweed-class (hands in the air) budget airline into a luxury charter jet with the best noise-cancelling cans on the market. Airline pilots use NoiseGard-equipped headsets to tell each other dirty jokes at 35,000 feet, as the tech ...

Even folded up, the bulky PXC 450s will comprise a significant part of your hand luggage. Basically, they're not meant for any kind of movement – take them to the gym and your neck muscles will get the biggest workout, and the vinyl padding quickly ...

Save your money on flight upgrades and spend it on these Sennheisers instead. Whether you're watching a movie, listening to music or just want some peace and quiet to work (or kip), they're simply the best in-flight accessory money can buy.

Sennheiser developed its NoiseGard noise-cancelling technology to protect airline pilots from engine noise, and the PXC 450 'phones do a really good job of cutting out background noise. You can hear the noise around you drop dramatically as soon as ...

Extremely clear sound reproduction, powerful noise-cancellation features

Expensive, relatively limited volume, miserly set of accessories

Comfort and audio quality are up to par with the high end. These headphones represent the best solution for travel and use in public transportation.

- Audio quality, - Very complete package, - NoiseGard 2.0 and TalkTrough, - Finishing touches and comfort, - Folding and transportable

- Size and weight, - Price

There's plenty to recommend this model ergonomically

In passive mode, sound is genuinely hi-fi ; NoiseGard’ cancelling of unwanted background noise is very significant

Hiss level is not inaudible ; Some coloration in the midrange ; Require an extension cable for home use

Taking into consideration these headphones' intrinsic high quality, as well as all other aspects of their performance, then the PXC450s would definitely be our choice for music on the move

Great clarity, crisp sound, nice mid and treble ranges, great noise cancelling

Bass is a little weak, expensive

Offering the best noise cancelling out of any pair of headphones we've heard, Sennheiser's PXC450 offer a great choice for frequent travellers; just make sure you can charge the hefty cost back to your company.

If you're nuts about good sound that makes your wallet float, here's an option.

Comfortable fit, Great sound quality, Effective noise cancellation, Volume control on the headphones, Talk Through feature.

Very expensive, Bulky to carry around.

What noise?

Sound quality. Talk Through. Comfort

The price. Too large

These comfortable cans are great at noise cancelling Add serious sonics and top features and you have excellent all rounders.

sennheiser pxc 450 review: The Sennheiser PXC 450 is a fantastic set of headphones with the best noise cancelling we've heard, superb audio quality and outstanding build — but it comes at a price.

Sound quality, Noise-cancellation, Fold-flat design, Hard case included, TalkThrough feature

Price, Dance fans may want more bass, Noise-cancelling bypass switch instead of automatic cut-out

The Sennheiser PXC 450 is a fantastic set of headphones with the best noise cancelling we've heard, superb audio quality and outstanding build -- but it comes at a price.