The HD 280 Pro headphones from Sennheiser are not the best for outdoor use because they are not as adaptable as wired headphones that are designed for that purpose. Additionally, they are very tough and have a foldable design, which makes them difficult to store. This model is only available with a 10-foot coiled cable and comes with a 1/8-inch miniplug.
Design
The Sennheiser HD 280 Pro falls a touch flat when compared to other headphones on the market. They have a studio-like appearance and tone, but are too commonplace in terms of looks. Beyond looks, the HD 280 Pros have a collapsible construction and ear cups that can be turned. They are still large compared to some other options, which is perfect for travel. ..
The non-detachable cable is a major flaw. If you frequently press down on the cable, this will eventually cause damage. Additionally, you’ll have to get by with a coil of cable. There is no clear winner in the argument between coiled and straight cables. While some people adore them, others choose a straight wire. Although they won’t win any beauty contests, these headphones have excellent sound quality and are reasonably priced. ..
Sennheiser HD 280 Pro review: Comfort
The HD 280 Pro uses a reasonably strong clamping force to promote passive sound isolation, but the excessive stress placed on the listener’s head wears out quite quickly. Joe Rogan, however, is able to keep them on for a number of hours while presenting his podcasts. This suggests that he may be more resilient than average when it comes to wearing headphones for long periods of time. ..
Noise cancelling
The HD 280 Pro headphones have noise cancelling capabilities, making them great for tracking or listening to music. However, they can be a little noisy at high volumes.
Sennheiser HD 280 Pro review: Audio performance
The Sennheiser HD 280 Pro headphones provide a balanced and uncolored response with crisp highs and neutral mids. They maintain neutrality throughout, with a frequency response peaking at 25 kHz. ..
The low end reaches to 8Hz, which is amazing. The lows are warm and rich, but they do err on the side of neutrality. They lack the punch that some might desire as a result. Additionally, the soundstage is quite spacious for a set of closed-back headphones. The HD 280 Pro’s are an excellent choice for home studios because of their strong neutrality and superb soundstage. ..
Conclusion
The Sennheiser HD 280 Pro are an adequate listening model for neutral listeners. They produce a sound that is well-balanced and has good bass, midrange, and treble range. In comparison to some other neutral listening models like the DT 770 and the ATH-M50x, instruments and singers sounded suitably forward even if they lacked a little in terms of detail and clarity. However, while having a subpar soundstage that won’t be optimal for more objective listeners, their overall sound quality is sufficient for the majority of listeners.
