Sennheiser HD 280 Pro

2422 reviews

May, 2013

Positive
Sound (2166)
Comfort (883)
Value for money (865)
Bass quality (544)
Build quality (279)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 2422 reviews from magazines and websites. Opinions about the build quality and bass quality are generally positive. The value for money and comfort also get good reviews, whereas reviews are divided on the portability.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Headphones the Sennheiser HD 280 Pro is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 84/100 = Very good quality.

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Expert review by: Bill Machrone (pcmag.com)

Sennheiser HD 280 Pro

The studio-grade Sennheiser HD 2809 Pro headphones block out noise passively. They're heavy and bulkyand they sound terrific. Response is effortless and natural throughout the sound spectrum. Low- frequency response is nothing short of amazing: You can...

Jun, 2005

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Editor's Choice!

Expert review by: Steve Guttenberg (cnet.com)

Sennheiser HD280 Pro

Editors' note: The rating on this review has been lowered because of changes in the competitive marketplace.

Lightweight and comfortable design; sealed ear cups isolate wearer from ambient noise; headphones fold for compact storage.

Pricey.

Sennheiser's versatile headphones sound great on DVDs and all kinds of music.

Jun, 2004

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Expert review by: Chris Thomas (reviewed.com)

Sennheiser HD 280 Pro

Despite their acclaim, these cans just don't seem to cut the mustard

Low price point

Terrible tracking; Erratic frequency response (due to tracking errors); A bit too expensive for the performance you’d get

Despite their acclaim on other websites, the Sennheiser HD 280 Pros just don’t seem to cut the mustard, even at the sub-$100 price point. With tracking issues egregious enough to derail the frequency response, and a fit that will definitely frustrate a...

Sep, 2012

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Staff Recommended

Expert review by: jerdei (onheadphones.com)

Sennheiser HD 280 Headphones

A great headphone to listen to high-definition music

These headphones provide maximum sound quality and isolation while listening thanks to sealed ear cups. The headband is foldable for easy transportation and mobility

The price of these headphones is a bit higher than that of contemporary models. The bass of this these headphones is a bit on the low side as well

A high-end headphone set that delivers for its price, the Sennheiser HD 280 gives value for money with great sound quality across all the ranges. Despite some complaints that the bass is a bit too low, it is our opinion that the sound quality delivered...

Mar, 2011

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Expert review by: Rob Zanin (bjorn3d.com)

Sennheiser HD-280 Pro Headphones: Cheap Cans that Can - Bjorn3D.com

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Oct, 2007

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Expert review by: Justin Whitaker (topreviewshop.com)

Sennheiser HD-280 Pro Headphones

The Sennheiser HD-280 Pro headphones are well worth the extra money over budget headphones.

Feb, 2006

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Expert review by: (dansdata.com)

Sennheiser HD 280 Pro headphones

The best headphones in the world are all "open"

Recommended

Sep, 2004

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Consumer review by: poeuth (cnet.com)

"Awesome sound and even better price!"

Lightweight, great sound, comfortable and good style! Got it from Amazon for $65 refurbished and no complaints yet. :D

Could be better if it has noise cancelation - but not a does not hinder it.

Mar, 2012

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Consumer review by: drome21 (cnet.com)

"Best headphones I have ever bought!"

Would recommend to anyone looking for a great pair of professional headphones for $100.

Beautiful sound and no shortage of bass.

A little bulky, but all the over ear headphones in this range are.

Mar, 2012

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Consumer review by: Joe2M (cnet.com)

"Love them."

Really good sound especially if you like to listen to music the way it was meant to be listened to. I can lay back and listen to a big sound stage and imagine I'm there. What more can you say...they are beautiful.

Full audio spectrum

I really can't come up with one.

Dec, 2011

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