Sennheiser RS120 926 MHz Wireless RF Headphones with Charging Cradle by Sennheiser
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Digital camera reviews of Sennheiser RS120 926 MHz Wireless RF Headphones with Charging Cradle
Digital camera Review: Affordable Quality
Summary: 5 Stars
I purchased these as a Christmas gift after checking out Sony and a couple others. Sennheiser has a strong reputation and the price was great. They were simple to set up and the sound is clear and full. The range is also excellent. My wife uses them to watch TV while she is on her exercize equipment. They are comfortable for her and she is very happy with them. Although Sony is also a great brand, the price on Amazon and reputation of Sennheiser caused me to make the right decision. We are very pleased with these wireless headphones.Digital camera Review: Ahhhh...freedom
Summary: 5 Stars
I love this headset! I have no problems whatsoever with it and use it constantly. I love how I can just put it on its stand and it will charge. Plus there isn't any special way to put it on, you just set it on its stand.
I love the freedom that it gives me with my Creative Zen MP3 player (It includes the attachment to plug it in). I hated the armband and was always snagging headphone wires. These Headphones are big improvement.
Digital camera Review: All Hail Cordless Headphone Freedom
Summary: 4 Stars
Pros: Light weight; great aural frequency response; quality sound reproduction; easy set-up.
Cons: Some RF interference from other accessories on my desktop.
Bottom-Line: If you are in need of quality wireless headphones you could do a lot worse than the Sennheiser RS-120.
As I stated in my Logitech MX3200 Cordless Desktop review, I dislike clutter. And my desk at work is configured such that the keyboard, mouse and headphone cords run across the desktop and not only create an eyesore, but also get in the way of work. So I had to find a solution. I decided to go wireless; i.e. wireless keyboard, mouse and headphones. The first device I purchased was the aforementioned Logitech Cordless Desktop MX-3200, which mates a wireless keyboard with a wireless MX-600 laser mouse. The second purchase was a set of Sennheiser RS-120 Wireless (stereo) Headphones.
The Sennheiser RS-120 Wireless Headphones are designed for use with Hi-Fi audio, television, or computer. The open air RF (radio Frequency) German-made headphones are designed to provide a rich palate of aural sound (frequency response rated at 22Hz - 19500Hz) through walls as well as ceilings allowing one to roam throughout the house while listening to your tunes.
Power to the headphones is provided by a set of NiMH (size AAA) batteries. These batteries are in turn recharged by putting the headphones on their transmitter base; said base can be mounted to a wall. The entire system--transmitter base and headphones weigh in at just 8.1 ounces, but the headphones are rather large; large but comfortable.
The transmitter can be set to three different channels, while a rotary dial is provided on the headphone to fine tune the pair. An on/off switch and volume control can also be found on the headphones.
Set-up & Use
I bought the Sennheiser RS-120 Wireless Headphones to use on my computer at work to replace my bulky speakers, but I tested the unit at home first on my home stereo system. It took me less than five minute to set the system up. The transmitter base is fitted with two LED's: a yellow On/Off and red Charge lights. Once the transmitter and plugged into an audio source and detects current the On/Off LED will illuminate. Once I installed the batteries in the headphones I was ready for wireless listening.
In and around my house the sound quality from the Sennheiser RS-120 was outstanding! I was able to roam throughout the house without experiencing and signal degradation or interference. Frequency response was suburb, and the overall sound was crisp and enjoyable. It helps that there is no frequency overlap in my house; i.e. my cordless phone operate at 5.8GHz and my wireless LAN operates at 2.4GHz. The Sennheiser RS-120 operate on a radio frequency of 926MHz
Work is a different story altogether. The Sennheiser RS-120's still work for the most part but there is some interference from my other wireless accessories, including my cordless keyboard and mouse and cordless Plantronics headset. I am able to change the channel and fine tune the frequency when needed however, and for the most part I am able to listen to music and or radio interference free.
The range inside my standard office building setting is outstanding through doors and walls. I can roam a considerable distance before static degrades the signal; very impressive.
Conclusion
I like my new Sennheiser RS-120 Wireless Headphones, so much so that I am planning on purchasing a set for my home stereo. Yes, there is some interference in my work setting with other devices, but I expected that and systems ability to allow for fine tuning is a definite plus. If you are in need of quality wireless headphones you could do a lot worse than the Sennheiser RS-120.
Digital camera Review: All I can say is, it's pretty good.
Summary: 4 Stars
I received this item today. After playing around with it, it turned out to be a decent product. The only complaint I have is the ear cushions. After a while they become really hot, and I have to take them off for couple mins.
The range in incredible, I can go farther than my wireless router can. Another small thing is that there is a faint hiss, and can be noticeable if listened to soft songs. Sound wise, I was really shocked at the quality of the sound, can't really expect better than this.
Pros: The range is awesome. Sound is incredible, very similar to wired.
Cons: The ear cushions get hot after awhile. A faint hiss can be heard.
Digital camera Review: All day wear
Summary: 5 Stars
I work in an open bull pen office with 300 people. I sit right next to the phone bank for customer service. Headphones are essential to my working sanity. These headphones are great. I can wear them all day with no battery issues, no earlobe pain, no sweaty ears, and no need to continuously adjust the fit. I put them on, I turn them on, I tune out the world for hours. The recharge base is super easy to use -- just set the headphones on it. No plugging in each time or changing batteries. I set mine behind my monitor so I don't have to see it or have it in the way. I'm not an audiophile, so I can't comment on the finer points of audio quality, but for your average techy geek who likes electronics and wants something that sounds good (like me) these fit the bill. Haven't had any interference in the signal. Haven't had any issues whatsoever. Very pleased.