Music is one of the main ways of entertainment since ancient times. She always carries something mesmerizing and relaxing. Players and phones remain one of the most common ways to listen to music. People listen to tunes, not looking up from everyday worries - on the street, work, at home, in lines. Today we will look at the Sennheiser CX 400-II headphones , which should help people enjoy good sound.
Main settings
So, we will begin the consideration of this device with basic characteristics that can be read simply on the price tag from the window. The first thing that immediately catches your eye is the price and size. Three and a half thousand rubles for “bananas” is a rather high cost for a pig in a poke. Judging by customer reviews, if this accessory cost at least a little cheaper, then it would be more popular.
Type of headphones - dynamic, closed. However, everything is usually here. The manufacturer does not provide the buyer with anything special. In this regard, the Sennheiser CX 400-II is no different from other headphones in the same price category. Reviews in this regard are unambiguous: the device reliably restrains external noise, allowing you to fully enjoy the sound.
Physics
The declared impedance of 16 ohms is fully consistent with its value. The output sound is loud and saturated enough so that the user does not have to buy additional amplifiers or tinker too much with the equalizer on his mobile gadget. Moreover, the effectiveness of the headphones is confirmed both on specialized players and on ordinary mobile phones such as Walkman. Although the difference is noticeable.
A sensitivity of 114 dB also positively affects the technical characteristics of the Sennheiser CX 400-II. With these headphones, even the quietest players and phones acquire a new sound and delight their owners with high-quality loud sound.
Design
Recalling the price of Sennheiser CX 400-II headphones , the reviews of which we are reviewing today, one cannot but mention some of the mechanical features of the product.
For example, many users are unhappy with the volume control built into the accessory . He is big enough and flimsy. As a result, for most buyers, the switch wheel arbitrarily changed the volume if it was under clothing. As a way out, people offer just drag it with tape in one specific position. In addition to unauthorized switching, another drawback was noticed - after some time, the sound in the Sennheiser CX 400-II headphones can become muffled and quiet. It is aligned only with the exact position of the volume control. From this we can conclude that the rheostat responsible for sound can junk.
The mount that comes with the headphones is very bulky. On the one hand, it is inconvenient and can cling to everything, on the other hand, if you walk along the street in a thick coat, then it will not be difficult for you to hook on your headphones. Judging by the reviews, users prefer to get rid of it and replace it with something else, such as a paper clip.
Speakers
The design of the speakers themselves also has its own characteristics. They have only one emitter. This leads to the fact that the entire sound of the melody hits the listener through just one channel. And all frequencies are mixed together. In this regard, Sennheiser CX 400-II receive some negative reviews on sound quality. At high volume, high frequencies can stand out sharply. In principle, this should be solved by the equalizer, but why take the device at a high price, if you then need to configure it with independent programs?
Another problem that arises among users is the failure of the left earphone. Always. This can happen in a month, or maybe in three years, but problems often start with him. Feel free to get a warranty card at the store.
Connection
Sennheiser CX 400-II, the reviews on which we present today, have good solutions in terms of connecting to the gadget.
A standard mini-jack 3.5 mm jack allows you to connect this accessory to most audio equipment. And the L-shaped contact is designed to protect the wire from damage. Indeed, customer reviews about this moment are almost always positive, but there are also negative aspects. For example, the plug can sprawl along the seam and expose the wires. This does not affect the sound, but it spoils the aesthetics, because it will have to either be sealed or wrapped with tape.
The symmetric wire 1.2 meters long is very easy to use and allows you to safely carry the gadget in any inner pocket of the jacket. But if you prefer to keep your phone or player in your pants pocket, then the length may not be enough. Reviews about the wires are rather mixed. Someone says that the connecting wires are flimsy and easily torn, while others say that they are reliable and durable. Probably, once at a time it is not necessary, and factory marriage makes itself felt.
Equipment
Sennheiser CX 400-II, the review of which you are reading, are delivered in sealed packaging, so you won’t be able to check them in the store. The original kit includes 6 pairs of ear pads, a reel for winding, a holder and a small bag for storing rolled-up headphones.
Since Russian stores are full of fakes of this model, make sure that the kit is absolutely complete when buying. We have already mentioned the problems of buyers with a holder for the wire, now the turn of ear pads has come.
Here is the complete order. 6 pairs + one already fixed on the speakers will allow you to choose the perfect ones for you and your ears. Most of the negative reviews that headphones miss external sound or do not sit well are associated exclusively with human laziness, because customers prefer to put on and wear right away, rather than trying to choose the most suitable option.
Conclusion
Another name for the model we are considering is the Sennheiser CX 400-II Precision. The reviews that users leave about the reviewed headphones are quite unambiguous. Despite the fact that people find their flaws in them, almost everyone gives a rating of 4 or 5, regardless of where they bought them. All this indicates the high quality of this device. Let's summarize all the reviews mentioned.
Advantages: sound, sound and again sound. Despite many technical flaws and problems, these headphones are ideal for people who are chasing a high-quality melody in a good format.
Disadvantages: price and quality. For headphones that have so many implementation issues and technical issues, the price is clearly overpriced. And no high-quality sound will pay for all those problems that a buyer may encounter.
In general, positive reviews (above 4) account for 70% of the comments. Thus, we can conclude that for the most part, users are satisfied with the purchase. The rest, most likely, were not lucky either with the store or with a factory marriage. You just have to decide whether the risk is 30% to spend 3.5 thousand rubles.