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Manufacturer: Sennheiser Electronics Corp. Part number: RS120
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- Bottom Line:
- Sennheiser's affordable, comfortable wireless headphones sound almost as good as corded 'phones.
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CNET editors' review
Sennheiser RS120 price range: $59.99 - $99.99
- Reviewed by: Steve Guttenberg
- Edited by: Ben Patterson
- Reviewed on: 11/15/2004
- Released on: 10/01/2004
The good: Wireless headphones; lightweight and extremely comfy; excellent sound quality; transmitter base doubles as a battery charger; built-in volume control.
The bad: Noise and hiss sometimes intrude on the sound; volume and tuning controls are too close together.
The bottom line: Sennheiser's affordable, comfortable wireless headphones sound almost as good as corded 'phones.
Editor's note: We have changed the rating in this review to reflect recent changes in our rating scale. Click here to find out more.
Sennheiser's latest RF wireless-headphone set is that rare midrange model that outperforms its pricier sibling. The RS120s ($110, with a two-year warranty) look hip and offer home-theater and music performance that's considerably better than that of Sennheiser's more expensive RS65s. Were it not for the occasional interference, we'd think we were listening to corded headphones.
The RS120s weigh a slight 8.1 ounces and enclose and coddle your ears. They proved comfortable even after a long evening of listening to DVDs. A built-in volume control lets you crank up the action, while a transmitter control lets you fine-tune the reception. A minor annoyance is that these two controls are located next to each other on the right earcup, so we were sometimes treated to a blast of static when we just wanted to adjust the volume.
The transmitter base serves as a charger for the headphones' included pair of AAA nickel-metal-hydride batteries, and you can place it near your components or mount it on a wall. Just remember that you must hook up the transmitter to the analog stereo outputs or the headphone jack on your HTIB or receiver. Reception was generally clean and free of noise, but at times whistling and buzzing sounds distracted us from the sound of our DVDs and CDs.
The RS120s' sound quality is even better than that of Sennheiser's wireless RS65 headphone set, a more expensive model that was a little too mellow for our taste. With their excellent detail resolution, the RS120s shined on DVDs and CDs, although their bass power and definition were only fair.
Home-theater or music aficionados tired of being tethered to their receivers should give the RS120s a listen. If, however, you can't stand even the slightest interference, consider a corded model such as Sennheiser's HD515 set.
User reviews
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Lightweight, affordable & great sound quality. Comfortable even after 4-5 hours of constant use.
by d0nbennett on April 13, 2005
Pros: Complete freedom with sound that rivals my aging $300 AT Electrostatics! While not the absolute BEST sound, a great compromise (esp 4 freedom like @ the PC). Found my "refurbished" set for <$60!
Cons: Headband simply won't get tighter. . .On the other hand, unless doing jumping jacks, it's immaterial. . .Probably also what makes them feel so good!
Summary: Just the most comfortable phones I've ever worn. Combination of light weight, no cord and on-the-ear design. Great range [one end of the house to the other] with no ...
Summary: Just the most comfortable phones I've ever worn. Combination of light weight, no cord and on-the-ear design. Great range [one end of the house to the other] with no degradation in their clean sound. With most phones, pressing the earcups harder to your head is the only way to produce satisfying bass. Not so here. One of the few I've even encountered where doing so yields no improvement. If you can find them refurbished for <$70, don't be scared off. My were perfect in every way. [Most "refurbished" have nothing wrong with them anyway, they are simply overstocks and returns.]
10 out of 10 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Surprisingly Satisfying Experience
Pros: Excellent sound quality. RF require's little adjustment in close range. Convenient design where transmitter also functions as charging stand. The two switches on the right earphone, volume and RF adjustment, being too close (as mentioned in other revie
Cons: Product packaging did not make clear that the stereo inputs are for a stereo or theater entertainment system, with right and left stereo banana plugs. If you want to use with typical portable, bookshelf, or computer stereo systems, you have to buy a Y a
8 out of 8 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Excellent pair of headphones!
by agent404 on April 19, 2005
Pros: Superb sound quality, stylish cradle
Cons: Infrequent bouts of interference
Summary: Excellent sound quality and a very stylish charging cradle. My only gripe is the slight hissing noise during quiet moments but I listen to my pumping music loud anyway so ...
Summary: Excellent sound quality and a very stylish charging cradle. My only gripe is the slight hissing noise during quiet moments but I listen to my pumping music loud anyway so hardly notice it. Also found it a bit tight around the head but maybe that's because I have a big head! Other than that, well worth the money.
6 out of 6 users found this user opinion helpful.
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An excellent set of wireless headphones
Pros: Escellent sound quality, long range, very little to no static, innovative charger that actually works and is easy to use, looks nice, lightweight, very long battery life
Cons: There is spotty static but nothing bothersome
6 out of 6 users found this user opinion helpful.
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good clear sound,base holds up well good mid price range cans.
Pros: once bedded in very comfy,nice look and a good broad headband.RF headphones dont come any better dressed than these buy with confidence.
Cons: volume and tune controlls could have had a bit more thought put into them but this is a very miner issue.
6 out of 7 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Great sound and design for the price. Money well spent!
by cghost on March 30, 2005
Pros: Good sound, bass, and comfort. The rechargeable base makes it extremely easy for recharges.
Cons: Some hiss and would have liked the ear pieces to be cupped to provide more sound isolation.
Summary: Hands down, you will not be dissapointed by these headphones. They are a bit big, but very comfortable. The weight for its size is relatively light in comparison to other ...
Summary: Hands down, you will not be dissapointed by these headphones. They are a bit big, but very comfortable. The weight for its size is relatively light in comparison to other wireless headphones that I tried. The cnet review says that the volume and frequency dials are too close together, but I beg to differ. The dials are next to each other, but you can clearly distinguish one from the other and not accidentally adjust the wrong dial.
Once you have the right frequency set, you're good to go and the sound is crystal clear. Walking around though, you might hit some hisses and cuts in the sound. I was able to walk around my backyard (up to 100 feet away from the base) and still listen to my music. That is an awesome experience to say the least!
The rechargable base is great too. Hanging the headphones on the base is so simple, like hanging your jacket on a hook. This makes the headphones so useful and easy to use. Installation of the cords was simple also. All you have to do is plug the power into the wall and conncect the stereo line to some rca jacks - that simple!
The only thing keeping this from a 10 rating is the hiss and I wish that the ear cups would have been enclosed so that the sound stays isolated around your ears. At high volumes, a person next to you can hear what you're listening to.4 out of 4 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Good Value. RS 120 confused with IS 380 by CNET
Pros: Just bought them. Appears to be a good value for the price. The higher models use a propietary rechargable battery. These use normal rechargable AAA batteries, which I view as a plus.
Cons: CNET first look by Steve partially erroneous:FM modulation NOT Infrared. (The IS 380 are infrared.)CNET effort appreciated. Looking forward to full review. BTW, not necessarily a con however, despite the marketing, they are not made in Germany but rather
3 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Pretty good buy
Pros: Understand that wireless headphones are still a compromise...but these are pretty good, better than I expected. Great range, decent bass, lightweight.
Cons: I don't feel that the phones are too heavy, but they are bulky...come in Mission Control...
3 out of 3 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Useful product and decent sound; not for true audiophiles
by doctoms on March 24, 2005
Pros: No more wires, great transmission even at distances.
Cons: Occassional hissing and static; unwieldy stand, bulky headpiece
Summary: This is a great product for those looking to get rid of wires and be able to roam freely in the house, but the occassional hiss or static can be ...
Summary: This is a great product for those looking to get rid of wires and be able to roam freely in the house, but the occassional hiss or static can be annoying to true audiophiles. Fortunately, I'm not one; I was just looking to get rid of wires and be able to move around in my office with reasonable sound. To my delight, it does just that plus allow me to get chores done around the house with only a minimal loss in sound quality the further I get away from the base. Recommend looking for this product on eBay for better prices (as I did.) The stand is unwieldy but I also have very limited desk space so it's probably ok otherwise. Bulky headpiece with old-fashioned switches is a disadvantage.
Bottomline: Good product for less discriminating listeners.2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
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Outrageous Sound!
Pros: Light-weight. You'll forget that you're wearing them. Sound comes from all over, and not one sound on your TV is unheard! Goes to every room with great sound!
Cons: I would like to purchase another base for other TV instead of another entire unit, but can't find the base alone.
2 out of 2 users found this user opinion helpful.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: Sennheiser Electronics Corp.
- Part number: RS120
- Description: The RS 120 is an open, supra-aural wireless RF headphone system. Its transparent and well-balanced sound with great bass response makes this system an ideal choice for all types of music and TV applications. Furthermore, its innovative "easy recharge" function offers the ultimate in convenience when it comes to charging and storing your wireless headphones. Enjoy total freedom of sound, stylish design and maximum comfort, all at an affordable price.
General
- Product Type Headphones - Radio
- Weight 8.1 oz
Headphones
- Headphones Type Headphones - Binaural
- Headphones Form Factor Ear-cup
- Headphones Technology Dynamic
- Connectivity Technology Wireless - Radio
- Sound Output Mode Stereo
- Response Bandwidth 22 - 19500 Hz
- Signal-To-Noise Ratio 65 dBA
- Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.7 %
- Sensitivity 106 dB
Remote Control
- Type None
Wireless Link
- Radio Frequency Range 900MHz
- Radio Channel Qty 3
- Modulation Type FM
- Transmission Range 330 ft
Miscellaneous
- Included Accessories Transmitter unit, 6.3 mm (1/4") stereo adapter
Power
- Power Device Power adapter - External
- Battery Standard battery - AAA type - Rechargeable - Nickel metal hydride
Manufacturer Warranty
- Service & Support 2 years warranty
- Service & Support Details Limited warranty - 2 years
Manufacturer info
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- Website: http://www.sennheiserusa.com/
- Address:
1 Enterprise Dr.
Old Lyme, CT 06371 - Phone: (860) 434-9190
- Fax: (860) 434-1759
