Searching for good SQ wireless head phone
suprafantx
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Currently I am using Sennheisser HD 380 and looking for a wireless head phone with the same or better SQ than HD 380. I am interested in Senn RS 180 but I am not sure if it is better SQ than HD 380. Any input is appreciated.
Living room
Speakers: McIntosh XR100 Fronts, LSIM707 Fronts, LSIM 706 Center, LSIM 703 Surrounds, LSi/FX Surround backs.
Player: Oppo 95.
Amps: Bryston 4B SST, B&K Ref 200.7 S2.
Pres: B&K Ref 50 S2, Paraound P5.
Subs: Dual Rythmik F15HP subs.
Man Cave
Speakers: Martin Logan Vistas.
Player: OPPO 105.
Preamp: B&K Ref 50 S2.
Amp: B&K Ref 125.2 S2
Sub: Rythmik F12.
Sub management: SMS-1.
Headphones: HD800, HD380, RS220, SRH-1840. Headphone amp: Woo WA2.
Room treatment: GIK Room Kit #1.
Speakers: McIntosh XR100 Fronts, LSIM707 Fronts, LSIM 706 Center, LSIM 703 Surrounds, LSi/FX Surround backs.
Player: Oppo 95.
Amps: Bryston 4B SST, B&K Ref 200.7 S2.
Pres: B&K Ref 50 S2, Paraound P5.
Subs: Dual Rythmik F15HP subs.
Man Cave
Speakers: Martin Logan Vistas.
Player: OPPO 105.
Preamp: B&K Ref 50 S2.
Amp: B&K Ref 125.2 S2
Sub: Rythmik F12.
Sub management: SMS-1.
Headphones: HD800, HD380, RS220, SRH-1840. Headphone amp: Woo WA2.
Room treatment: GIK Room Kit #1.
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I've had my Sennheiser RS 170 wireless since May and absolutely love them. I am a Sennheiser enthusiast, and frequently use my classic wired audiophile HD 580's for critical listening of favorite lossless tunes in my collection.
I have never been a fan of wireless headphones, but took a chance on Nov 09 Black Friday, when Amazon had the Sennheiser RS 130 Wireless Surround Sound Headphones (900MHz, analogue fm) for $49.95. I have them connected directly to our television panel for private listening and they do an absolutely amazing noise free, hassle free job....I would never guess wireless could be so good!
Since that time I noticed Sennheiser introduced a whole new line (RS 160, 170,& 180) of wireless phones that looked to be a even better wireless implementation using the Kleer technology (digital 2.4 - 2.8 GHz)....likely the reason the RS 130's were closeout priced.
I purchased a set of Sennheiser Wireless RS 170 headphones in May10. They are impressive to say the least....pretty much on a par with my trusty HD 580 wired set. The freedom of no wires and true HiFi sound is so enjoyable. They work flawlessly through out my whole home, including out on the patio. I run them plugged into a Squeezebox Classic, and select tunes and radio using my Squeezebox Controller (from the Duet) all of which run wirelessly w/o interference on the home network (same frequency as the headphones) giving me access to my whole CD collection as well as any streaming radio. They are noise free and not directional in any way. If I go beyond the house they will finally just click off when out of range; then click back on with solid sound when back in range....pretty much like OTA digital TV & HD radio.
The easily changed batteries (AAA NiMH) are under each RS 170 ear piece; in fact one could use Alkaline batteries in a pinch if desired (but obviously not to be used with the charging dock). The fact that the 2 batteries required are in each earpiece makes the headset very balanced (my RS 130's had both batteries in the left earpiece); the headset is very light weight and comfortable for an extended period.
The RS 170 buttons on the headset could have been better placed, and tactually designed; I typically take the headset off when I want to adjust the volume or select the optional Bass enhancement and Surround functions, so I know what button I am pressing. The only other annoying problem is once you turn off the headset, or turn off the input device at the transmitter, the system reverts to standby mode within 5 minutes; Sennheiser calls it energy saving mode, ie the reason the headset has the "Energy Star" seal. This means you must not only turn the headset on, but actually return to the transmitter location and turn it on as well, which becomes quite an annoyance. My RS 130 wireless automatically synced back up to the transmitter (which is always on) whenever you turn them on, or pick them up from there charging dock.SDA SRS 1.2
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Eeagle, thanks for your review of RS 170. I read few reviews and all agree that RS 180 is excellent wireless head phone. I will try RS 180.Living room
Speakers: McIntosh XR100 Fronts, LSIM707 Fronts, LSIM 706 Center, LSIM 703 Surrounds, LSi/FX Surround backs.
Player: Oppo 95.
Amps: Bryston 4B SST, B&K Ref 200.7 S2.
Pres: B&K Ref 50 S2, Paraound P5.
Subs: Dual Rythmik F15HP subs.
Man Cave
Speakers: Martin Logan Vistas.
Player: OPPO 105.
Preamp: B&K Ref 50 S2.
Amp: B&K Ref 125.2 S2
Sub: Rythmik F12.
Sub management: SMS-1.
Headphones: HD800, HD380, RS220, SRH-1840. Headphone amp: Woo WA2.
Room treatment: GIK Room Kit #1. -
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Sennheiser RS 130 is a great wireless headset and inexpensive.
