Harman Kardon Classic
Manufacturer: Harman Part number: HAR/KAR-CL
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Harman Kardon Classic price range: $199.95 - $199.99
- Reviewed by: David Carnoy
- Edited by: John Falcone
- Reviewed on: 08/15/2012
The good: The Harman Kardon Classic headphones have a unique, sleek design with excellent fit and finish and impressive sound quality. They also fold flat (a nice carrying case is included) and have a detachable cable and an Apple-friendly inline remote and microphone that makes them a good companion for iOS mobile devices.
The bad: The headphones are fairly pricey, and the inline remote and microphone won't work with many non-Apple smartphones and tablets.
The bottom line: The Harman Kardon Classic on-ear headphones combine impressive design and excellent sound quality to create a very enticing headphone set for a comparatively fair price.
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9 stars
Awesome Headphones!
by ViktorDsign on May 2, 2013
Pros: Great balanced sound!
Really good build
Nice design
proper noise isolation
Cons: Microphone doesn't work with my Nokia Lumia 920, and its blocking internal mic while plugged - that is the only reason I'm giving 4.5 stars. I don't use headphones for headset purposes. I bought them for sound and they are amazing!
Summary: I wanted something different then Beats, not too expansive but with a good build quality and amazing balanced sound - CL gave it all in one package. I've got ...
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Summary: I wanted something different then Beats, not too expansive but with a good build quality and amazing balanced sound - CL gave it all in one package. I've got them on sale for $99, great sound, nice caring leather pouch, awesome design. I'm not surprised - always had respect for harman/kardon.
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10 stars
Simply Amazing!
by mchlwlsh on January 7, 2013
Pros: Seals out pesky office noise and road noise while as a passenger on a crowded commuter van.
Comfortable.
Cons: Not Harman Kardon's fault, but almost requires a third party equalizer. If listening on a iPhone, the standard EQ setting are pretty lousy.
Summary: After a bit of research, Denon Audio is probably the best, but has some limitations. Arguably the best paid app is EQu ($2.99). It delivers rich sound while leveraging ...
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Summary: After a bit of research, Denon Audio is probably the best, but has some limitations. Arguably the best paid app is EQu ($2.99). It delivers rich sound while leveraging the Classics over-the-ear noise cancellation to give you listening bliss and gives you nearly all of the iPod functions.
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- Manufacturer: Harman
- Part number: HAR/KAR-CL
- Description: Harman Kardon CL headphones feature an exclusive acoustic system that integrates superb mechanical design, materials and electronics. User-exchangeable bows, self-adjusting housings, soft leather cups and slow-retention ear-cup foam ensure a comfortable fit and an optimal acoustic seal on the ear. Uniquely baffled 1-5/8-inch (40-millimeter) drivers enable the CL to outperform other headphones in extended bass response. Sandblasted steel frames and black matte housings create an iconic, modern aesthetic. A blend of sophistication and simplicity, the lightweight, comfortable CL headphones are part of the first-ever Harman Kardon line of headphones. Now you can take beautiful sound with you wherever you go.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Product Type Headphones
- Additional Features 2D folding mechanism,
Three-button remote,
Straight jack connection,
Passive noise cancellation Headphones
- Headphones Type Headphones - Binaural
- Headphones Form Factor On-ear
- Connectivity Technology Wired
- Sound Output Mode Stereo
- Frequency Response 16 - 20000 Hz
- Sensitivity 119 dB
- Impedance 32 Ohm
- Diaphragm 1.6 in
- In-Cord Volume Control Yes
Remote Control
- Type Yes
Connections
- Connector Type Headphones
Miscellaneous
- Cables Included Headphones cable - 4.6 ft
- Included Accessories Carrying case
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 2 year warranty
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