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Manufacturer: Koss Corp. Part number: 155491
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- Bottom Line:
- Koss hit a home run with the PortaPros. Love or hate the design, there's no denying the sound quality here: they're the ideal companion for mobile audiophiles and home theater enthusiasts.
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CNET editors' review
Koss PortaPro (with Case) price range: $44.99 - $59.99
- Reviewed by: Justin Yu
- Edited by: Jasmine France
- Reviewed on: 04/22/2008
- Released on: 01/01/1984
The good: The Koss PortaPro Headphones combine a functional design with excellent 3D sound and a low price tag.
The bad: Hair gets caught in the collapsible band; some people will dislike the '80s aesthetic.
The bottom line: Koss hit a home run with the PortaPros. Love or hate the design, there's no denying the sound quality here: they're the ideal companion for mobile audiophiles and home theater enthusiasts.
User reviews
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Had mine since the 80s
by Dutchmants on May 24, 2012
Pros: Low price decent sound
Cons: Plastic bits holding the top sliding adjustment broke.
Summary: Like I said the plastick bits that clam the two metal head adjusting bars together snapped many years ago. At first I thought ok ditch those even though they were ...
Summary: Like I said the plastick bits that clam the two metal head adjusting bars together snapped many years ago. At first I thought ok ditch those even though they were my favorites at the time but then before tossing then I thought to slip a couple of pieces of heat shrink tubbing onto the bars easy to accomplsh as the headphones feel into two pieces when the oricial plastic bits broke. Once the heat tubing was shrunk down to a tight fit the headphones were as good as if not better than new.
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You just cant go wrong with these
by Audiophileboy on March 1, 2012
Pros: Very good sound quality!
Cheap,around 30 - 40€
Small,and pocketable
They look goodCons: Can get broken easily (Tough that is what i have heard from other users but mine hasnt got broke ever)
Cant lock the size of the headband
It does leak a bitSummary: The best headphones for under 50$. Unlimited varranty,free service in case if they get broken. With good sound quality and deep bass you cant go wrong with these!
Summary: The best headphones for under 50$. Unlimited varranty,free service in case if they get broken. With good sound quality and deep bass you cant go wrong with these!
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Good sound for the price but way overrated overall.
by MrBubbins on February 28, 2012
Pros: Bass, Sound Quality, Nice Packaging, Warranty.
Cons: Cheap build, a LOT of sound leakage, quiet sound output(have to turn it up really high), short cord, bad design 80's look, low highs and mids but crisp, a little bit muffled bass.
Summary: I bought these expecting what I got. They have good sound for a $37 pair of headphones... a little pricy for what you get. The sound is ok for an ...
Summary: I bought these expecting what I got. They have good sound for a $37 pair of headphones... a little pricy for what you get. The sound is ok for an on ear phone. A lot of sound leeks out. I was really thinking they may have been built a little better than they looked online. They also look larger online. They shoulda taken the packaging money and put it into a better build. They are what they are I guess. I will use for a long time im sure or until Boss comes down in price a hundo at least.
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These made Frankie Goes to Hollywood sound great in '84
by PineappleUnderTheSea on November 17, 2011
Pros: 1. They have nice overall sound: satisfying bass, clear treble.
2. They do feel very comfortable when everything is adjusted correctly, and feel like they don't fall off your headCons: 1. Headband can indeed snag your hair, be careful when tightening up these puppies
Summary: Back in '84, a buddy comes over to me with these weird looking headphones and tells me he has finally found the best headphones for his walkman: the Koss Portapro. ...
Summary: Back in '84, a buddy comes over to me with these weird looking headphones and tells me he has finally found the best headphones for his walkman: the Koss Portapro. He definitely stood out from the crowd with the blue color and the comfort zone buttons, but once I listened to them, I threw away my Sony headphones and bought a pair of these puppies at Radio Shack and promptly inserted my Rock '84 cassette and marveled at the newfound bass and clarity of Ghostbusters.
Fastforward to 2011. I had long lost my Portapros back in the late 80's, the foam pads had worn out and I had moved on to in-ear headphones. I wanted a pair of headphones that I could listen to while lounging around the house with the iPod / iPad, or while playing some video games on the computer or console. In-ear headphones get tiring after a while, but I didn't want to spend hundreds on Bose or Senheiser, etc. Then I saw CNET review the PortaPros, and I was floored: Koss still makes these?
Well I picked up a pair, along with a pack of ear-foam replacements, and all I can say is that these are great. They are perfect for my lounging around, they make Batman Arkham City sound great with nice deep bass and good stereo separation, and I don't get tired wearing these. So for the price, what else can you ask for? -
They are a good pair of headphones, best iv ever had
by n0e1 on August 2, 2011
Pros: Very good sound quality
Very light and easy to carry aroundCons: Short cord
The wire isn't durable
Its catches onto my hair
They leak plenty of soundSummary: These are very good headphones and if you don't have a problem with the people around you being able to know every song you listen to, then i highly ...
Summary: These are very good headphones and if you don't have a problem with the people around you being able to know every song you listen to, then i highly recommend them. You would have to be very careful with the cord as it can easily get broken
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Excellent sound! Light and comfortable.
by tubacdk on June 21, 2011
Pros: Sound quality, comfort, portability.
Cons: It took me some time to learn how to best put the folded phones into the bag. The bag is, I expect intentionally, very snug and as such they need to be put in just the right way.
Summary: I'm tired of earbuds and I wanted something very portable and affordable with a clean, natural, balanced sound (meaning warm mids, full-sounding bass without overly hyped, clean highs without ...
Summary: I'm tired of earbuds and I wanted something very portable and affordable with a clean, natural, balanced sound (meaning warm mids, full-sounding bass without overly hyped, clean highs without being painfully bright). The PortaPros fit those criteria wonderfully.
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Great set of cans I love them!
by phinsfan13 on April 29, 2011
Pros: The sound is amazing I have a 5k B&W system at home and when I have these on they make me feel like in my music room.
Cons: The metal band can be a pain in the butt. But you will not find a better set for cheaper or even 30 bucks more.
Summary: I would give these a thumps up I have wanted a great set of cans to replace my old ones which I paid over 100 bucks for and these actually ...
Summary: I would give these a thumps up I have wanted a great set of cans to replace my old ones which I paid over 100 bucks for and these actually are great for that.
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They sound great
by rsder on April 18, 2011
Pros: It sounds like the music was made to sound and far more comfortable than having earphones
Cons: It's not as sturdy as I would like
Summary: For $33 there is nothing close to these Koss when I think I had these ocer 20 yrs ago and these still sound great
Summary: For $33 there is nothing close to these Koss when I think I had these ocer 20 yrs ago and these still sound great
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unbelievable sound..... better than most recent cans..
by bighford22 on April 6, 2011
Pros: The sound period !! I love that the bass is really present without dominating the music..... great for any genre..... LIFETIME WARRANTY ....... Spectacular !!!!
Cons: The design maybe ..... but they're 27 yr old model..... N E way who cares...... they dont handle high volume well...... but problem solved with KOSS volume controller ( $20.00 at Amazon)
Summary: Get these headphones.... even if you love high-end cans these are great spares/loaners ....... I bought 3 pr at $32.00 ea.
Summary: Get these headphones.... even if you love high-end cans these are great spares/loaners ....... I bought 3 pr at $32.00 ea.
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Great headphones
by sledgehammer77 on February 9, 2011
Pros: The major reasons i bought these headphones were for the sound quality and Koss's lifetime warranty and I have not been disappointed. The quality of sound is unbeatable for the price of the headphones. They are also very light and portable.
Cons: The only negatives of this product is the metal band that pulls your hair, but that is needed in order to make them as adjustable as they are. Another point is they are NOT noise canceling. A lot of sound leaks at low volumes.
Summary: This is a great pair of headphones for an amazing price. The sound quality is superb. They are very adjustable to make them comfortable for everyone. Even if they do ...
Summary: This is a great pair of headphones for an amazing price. The sound quality is superb. They are very adjustable to make them comfortable for everyone. Even if they do break, they come with a lifetime warranty from Koss that only requires $6 for shipping. A lot of sound leaks out but remember you're not paying for noise canceling headphones. Overall a great, cheap, light, portable, adjustable pair of headphones. Very much worth the money.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Koss Corp.
- Part number: 155491
- Description: This high quality portable stereophone set performance and comfort standards for personal listening worldwide. Over the years, much to the delight of devout PortaPro enthusiasts, Koss has preserved the original design and performance that made the PortaPro a portable music icon. Today the PortaPro remains the headphone of choice for the discriminating listener. The PortaPro features dynamic elements that deliver exceptionally rich, deep bass and a remarkably wide frequency response from 15 - 25,000 Hz to capture every nuance in your favorite movie or musical performance. Constructed from mylar, the elements are extremely rigid, minimizing mechanical distortion and ensuring exceedingly accurate sound reproduction. Neodymium iron boron rare earth magnet structures enable the PortaPro to deliver greater volume so you can hear every note, even when competing against the sounds of a commuter train with a low-voltage MP3 or disc player. Oxygen free copper voice coils improve signal transmission and conduction for cleaner, clearer sound. Foam earcushions provide an open, hear-through sound that lets you keep in touch with your surroundings perfect to wear while running, at work, or while traveling. Whether you're listening at home or on the go, the PortaPro will bring the excitement of a live performance to any recording.
General
- Packaged Quantity 1
- Recommended Use The noise canceling feature keeps out ambient sounds on buses and airplanes. Plus, they are portable for easy transport.
- Product Type Headphones
- Recommended Use Portable audio system
Headphones
- Headphones Type Headphones - Binaural
- Headphones Form Factor On-ear
- Headphones Technology Dynamic
- Connectivity Technology Wired
- Sound Output Mode Stereo
- Frequency Response 15 - 25000 Hz
- Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.2 %
- Sensitivity 101 dB/mW
- Impedance 60 Ohm
Remote Control
- Type None
Connections
- Connector Type Headphones ( Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm )
Miscellaneous
- Cables Included Headphones cable - 4 ft
Power
- Battery None
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support Limited lifetime warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Lifetime
Manufacturer info
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- Manufacturer:Koss Corp.
- Address:
4129 N. Port Washington Ave.
Milwaukee, WI 53212 - Phone: 1-800-USA-KOSS
- Email: customersupport@koss.com
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