Sennheiser CX980

141 reviews

Apr, 2024

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durability (19)

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portability (14)

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alaTest has collected and analyzed 141 reviews of Sennheiser CX980. The average rating for this product is 3.8/5, compared to an average rating of 4.0/5 for other Headphones for all reviews. People really like the design and durability. The comfort and price are also mentioned favorably, whereas there are some less positive comments about the portability.

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We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Headphones the Sennheiser CX980 is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 83/100 = Very good quality.

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Consumer review (amazon.co.uk)

Amazon.co.uk review summary for Sennheiser CX980

alaTest has collected and analyzed 25 user reviews of Sennheiser CX980 from Amazon.co.uk. The average user rating for this product is 3.6/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Headphones on Amazon.co.uk. Reviewers are impressed by the usability and design. The sound and price are also mentioned favorably, whereas many are critical about the size and durability. There are some mixed reviews about the noise isolation.

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76% of the reviews on Amazon.co.uk give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

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Amazon.com review summary for Sennheiser CX980

alaTest has collected and analyzed 31 user reviews of Sennheiser CX980 from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 4.3/5, compared to an average user rating of 3.9/5 for other Headphones on Amazon.com. People are impressed by the design and durability. The comfort and price also get good feedback. Some have doubts about the portability.

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94% of the reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

Apr, 2024

Expert review by : Mark Brezinski (headphoneinfo.com)

Sennheiser CX 980 Headphones Review - Intro

The Sennheiser CX 980s are a new pair of in-ears from Sennheiser. The headphones look great and have a sound to match, but at the slightly steep price point of $260, mainstream listeners won't find much to keep them from buying one of Sennheiser's less...

The CX 980s are a good set of headphones that feature great audio quality, solid construction, and come with a decent array of packed-in extras. We have no complaints with the audio quality, but we would've liked a few more sleeves to ensure a better...

Jul, 2010

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Expert review by : Mark Brezinski (reviewed.com)

Sennheiser CX 980

A great set, but most people could get a similar experience for cheaper

Great frequency response; Even tracking; Comfortable for in-ears

Not the best isolation

CX 980The CX 980s are a great set of in-ears. They have very low distortion, good audio quality, solid construction, and come with a decent array of packed-in extras. We have no complaints with the audio quality, but we would’ve liked a few more...

Jul, 2010

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Sennheiser CX 980

The fact Sennheiser CX 980 headphones have been designed in conjunction with BMW Designworks, lets you know they have design credentials to die for. Add to this the fact they are sold in the Apple Store and you know they've passed the good taste test...

Understated, elegant and an absolute joy to wear, the Sennheiser CX 980 are for the music fan who doesn’t need to try too hard to impress. Little extra flourishes, like the inflight adapter and leather carry case, as well as a wide assortment of in-ear...

May, 2011

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