Conclusion: For $260, Sennheiser's PXC 250-II is a good pair of noise-canceling headphones, but if you can afford them, more expensive pairs, like Bose's QuietComfort 3, deliver much
Pros: Effective noise cancellation. Can be used in passive, non-noise canceling mode. Solid audio performance at moderate volume levels.
Cons: Distorts at higher volume levels on bass-heavy tracks. Large noise cancellation/battery compartment on cable. Runs on a standard (not rechargeable) AA battery.
Fold up a bit better than their predecessors, but otherwise remain the same.
headphoneinfo.com
12 August 2010
Conclusion: PXC 250-IIThe PXC 250-IIs are a great set of portable headphones. They're comfortable, not much heavier than a pair of sunglasses, and offer excellent audio quality for...
Excerpt: there is a huge market out there for people wanting to purchase better sounding headphones than the earbud white ones which, while decent sounding, leave a lot to be
Excerpt: The ultralight Sennheiser PXC 250 mini-headphones are exceptionally comfortable, but their undersize soft-ring ear pads may require some fiddling to seal properly.
Excerpt: The visual styling is delightful, with precision joints and nice details, such as the integration of small foam pads on the otherwise plain headband.
Excerpt: The noise-cancelling headphone market has really been heating up lately, with a slew of companies releasing over-the-ear or in-ear headphones with frequent travellers in
Pros: Rich sound, great treble, good detail, comfortable
Cons: Battery pack is large, slight lack of refinement to the sound
Excerpt: The Sennheiser PXC 250-IIs win a prize for the their portability. You’ll be forgiven for handling them with care, but the steel headband is strong, so there’s no worry...
Pros: Highly portable, compact design, good detail