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Panasonic RP-HTX90NE-K Wireless Overhead Bluetooth, Noise Cancelling Headphones with Microphone and Smart Voice Control, Retro Look and Comfortable Design Includes Detachable Cable - Black

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But the coolness of their ultra-minimal appearance is not the reason I felt I had to include them – the Basic Gumy have become a bit of a legend for their superior sound on the cheap. Audio-Technica ATH-AD700X Audiophile Open-Air Headphones stand out from the crowd for their great retro look owing to their aluminum honeycomb housing and 3D wing support that adjusts to your head’s shape. Instead, much like the best headphones 20-40 years ago, these Sony and other retro headphones prefer flat, neutral frequency response, accuracy, low distortion and musical fidelity – and in doing so they remind us that these qualities actually make headphones much more fun, engaging and exciting to listen to – more musical and more satisfying with every kind of music.

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Wireless stability is excellent. The latest Bluetooth chipsets not only result in double the battery life we might have expected a few years ago, but they seem to (for the most part) clear up the blips and drop-outs that used to affect even top-quality wireless headphones. The JLab Rewind look startlingly similar to the headphones that suddenly began appearing everywhere – really everywhere, by the thousands and the millions – with the introduction of the Walkman and similar personal portable stereos. And before I got these, I had the original Sennheiser Momentum wired headphones, and loved them – in most ways, at least – just as much.

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With almost every single choice on this list – and among almost all of the most popular and beloved retro headphones among actual users – we see again and again that the sound is not boosted or optimized or made to sound more exciting or bassy or popular or anything else. As I slide on the soft leather ear cups and lose myself in the music, I’m transported to another time and place. The rich and detailed sound caresses my eardrums, delivering well-defined bass, midrange, and treble frequencies that leave me breathless. The passive noise isolation wraps me in a cocoon of sound, shielding me from the distractions of the world outside. The headphones’ cups are made of aluminum instead of plastic, and the headband cushioning comes in fabric instead of synthetic leather. Using textured materials is a tried-and-true Marley strategy. These headphones weigh next to nothing thanks to their lightweight aluminum frame and foldable plastic earcup hinge. Made for Years– several of my choices for best retro-style ‘phones have been in production for decades – one for more than 50 years! – and while a lot of tech has been introduced in that time, the basics of high fidelity sound – light, low distortion drivers, solid housing, low diffraction and high phase coherency and more – haven’t changed much at all (although these headphones have often benefited from many years of subtle improvement and refinement).

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The RP-HTX80B are among the most stylish headphones in Panasonic’s range. The company sells many ordinary-looking pairs, but these have a sense of flair to take on rival lifestyle brands such as Urbanears and Urbanista. Fake news noise canceling. Shame on you Symphonized! These headphones while snug and comfortable around your ears have NO active noise canceling features. If you are expecting total sound isolation from the outside world these will get you part of the way there, however Symphonized advertises them as noise canceling, which just causes confusion. We get it Symphonized – you need to rank highly for search terms with competitors, but this practice no doubt makes for some unhappy customers. Panasonic’s RP-HTX7 came in an easy-to-open, clear plastic display box with graphic cardboard inserts; no scissors or garden shears are required for getting to these cans.

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What’s really great about these headphones is that not only are they comfortable, they are remarkably non-fatiguing to listen to. This is especially noteworthy because the 92s have a pretty bright, detailed sound, with so much upper end detail and clarity they seem like they would be harsh. Maybe it’s their resemblance to the true classic original Apple earbuds, which it seemed were all you saw 20 years ago, but the amazing little JVC Basic Gumy earbuds – especially in white – seem so very retro to me. Accurate and Fun– I was surprised by how many of my choices are, in fact, either designed for recording studio use, or have become favorites among recording artists and engineers. This is a reflection of how so many of the very best retro headphones are far more accurate and high fidelity than other choices in their class. And in this too they’ve succeeded admirably. The K92 are, in fact, one of the lightest, most comfortable big headphones I’ve ever used, and I can wear them for hours and hours with no discomfort whatsoever. And today, 4 or 5 decades later, there are a few companies which make headphones very much like those oldies – well, actually there are tons and tons of companies which make retro-looking headphones, but there are a few that make really great ones – retro headphones that not only nail the look, feel and aesthetic of that period, but which sound absolutely amazing and are built to last.

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In conclusion, Koss Porta Pro Limited Edition Rhythm Beige On-Ear Headphones can be a great alternative to the classic Porta Pro Headphones for those who love the stylish design but need more current features for their conference calls.

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When we did focus on the sonics, we noticed that the Panasonic RP-HTX7 had a big, full and warm sound, with a slight emphasis on the midbass. Music that was already generous in this area, such as the album Villa Manifesto from Slum Village, could sometimes sound a little too boomy, but it never thumped its way into a one-note drone and still had decent pitch definition and clarity. In conclusion, if you want headphones that have a retro look and active noise cancelation, then Koss QZ-99 Noise Reduction Stereophone is the one you should buy! These headphones are comfortable and durable. We loved how they isolated ambient noises, even in the busiest surroundings, while providing stellar sound performance and clarity. If you compare the JVC Basic gumy to great headphones at higher price levels you can easily hear why people pay more, but compared to anything at this sub-bargain price level these are absolutely amazing sounding buds, and it’s easy to understand why even audiophiles love them, and so many people make them their beater / daily commute in-ears of choice. No, I can’t do it! However you look at it, however I say it, these are not the most beautiful cans in the world. The Koss Pro-4AA are, though, for all their retro homeliness, fantastic sounding headphones, with staggeringly accurate and neutral sound that would satisfy even the most demanding audiophiles.

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