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Koss KSC75 Portable On-Ear Clip Headphones, Retro Style, Ultra Lightweight, Silver and Black
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Brand | Koss |
Model Name | KSC75 |
Color | White/Gray |
Form Factor | On Ear |
Connectivity Technology | Wired |
About this item
- Connectivity Technology: Wired
- Sport clip design fits neatly around each ear, with pivoting earplates for a comfy fit
- Titanium-coated drivers deliver accurate sound reproduction with little distortion
- Neodymium iron boron magnets offer deep bass performance for an extended frequency response
- Cord measures four feet long; L-shaped 3.5 mm plug
- Frequency response - 15hz–25khz
- Compatible devices: Cellphone
- Connector type: 3.5mm Jack
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From the brand
The Original American Stereophone Company
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In 1958 John C. Koss changed the way we all listen to music when he invented the world's first SP/3 stereophone.
Koss sought to replicate the excitement of a live musical performance, allowing listeners to experience sound as they had never before, bringing them closer to the music they love. Music lovers around the world recognize that dedication to accuracy in sound reproduction as: The Sound of Koss
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Birth of the Stereophone
Before the world's first SP/3 Stereophone in 1958, John C. Koss developed a portable stereo photograph player with side-wing speakers.
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World's First SP/3 Stereophone
in 1958 John C. Koss invented the world's first SP/3 Stereophone introducing personal stereo audio to the world.
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SP/3X
In 1960 Koss released the predecessor to the SP/3 with a lighter design, more comfortable headband and superior sound quality.
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Pro/4AA
In 1970 Pro/4AA set the standard for full-size professional headphones delivering true full frequency performance.
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Koss World Headquarters
On June 25, 1971 John C. Koss unveiled the new Koss World Headquarters in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
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HV/1A
In 1974, Koss released the HV/1A the first dynamic headphone capable of reproducing all 10 audible octaves.
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Porta Pro
In 1984 the acclaimed Porta Pro was released and set performance and comfort standards worldwide for decades to come.
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JCK/300 Kordless System
In 1989 the JCK/300 Kordless Headphone system set the standard for infrared wireless headphones.
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ESP/950
In 1990 Koss's revolutionary ESP/950 electrostatic headphones introduced breakthrough high-fidelity sound.
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Pro4S Studio
Carrying on the legacy of the Pro/4 line, 2014's Pro4S Studio Headphone was specifically designed for audio professionals.
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KPH30i
In 2017 Koss released the acclaimed KPH30i featuring an ultra-light weight design with remarkable high-fidelity sound.
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Utility Series
In 2021 Koss Utility Series introduced three new headphones allowing listeners to connect via Lightning, USB-C and 3.5mm.
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True Wireless Earbuds
In 2023 Koss continued it's evolution of wireless headphones with the TWS250i True Wireless Earbuds.
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Customer Ratings | ||||||
Sound quality | 4.5 | 3.7 | 4.1 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 3.7 |
Volume control | 3.7 | 3.6 | 3.3 | — | 4.3 | 3.6 |
Noise cancellation | 2.6 | 2.4 | 2.4 | — | 3.1 | 3.3 |
Comfort | — | — | 4.2 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 3.9 |
Durability | 3.2 | — | — | — | 3.9 | 3.3 |
Sold By | Koss Stereophones | Retrospekt | Koss Stereophones | Koss Stereophones | Koss Stereophones | Amazon.com |
connectivity tech | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired | Wired |
headphones form factor | On Ear | On Ear | On Ear | On Ear | On Ear | On Ear |
connector type | connector type | 3.5mm Jack | USB Type C | USB Type C | 3.5mm Jack | Headphone Jack |
headphones jack | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
cable feature | High fidelity clip headphones Exceptionally wide frequency response Computer-optimized neodymium, iron, and boron rare-earth magnet structures deliver amazing clarity at any volume Include a straight, dual entry, 4 foot cord with gold-flashed 3.5 mm (1/8") plug Pivoting clips promise accommodating fit Enjoy greater volume despite low-voltage portable devices Covered under the Koss Stereophones Limited Lifetime Warranty | Retractable | Retractable, Detachable | Detachable | Retractable | Retractable |
control type | Media Control | Media Control | Media Control | Media Control | remote control,volume control | — |
Product Description
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BIG SOUND. small size.
The acclaimed KSC75 delivers remarkable high-fidelity audio in an ultra lightweight ear-clip design.
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15-25,000 Hz
The Sound of Koss
Dynamic Titanium coated drives and Neodymium iron boron magnets deliver deep bass performance.
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Classic Style
KSC75 is one of the most recognized headphones around the world with a sleek, timeless look.
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Portable Perfection
Small enough to fit in your pocket, take the Koss KSC75 wherever you go.
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The Perfect Fit
KSC75 features a unique ear-clip design with soft rotating ear hooks.
Legendary Sound
The acclaimed KSC75 delivers remarkable high-fidelity audio in an ultra lightweight, ultra portable unique ear-clip design.
High-Fidelity Audio
Dynamic Titanium coated drives and Neodymium iron boron magnets deliver deep bass performance for an extended frequency response of 15,25,000 Hz.
Ear-Clip Design
Small enough to fit in your pocket, KSC75 features a unique ear-clip design with soft rotating ear hooks.
Foam Cushions
Soft foam cushions rest comfortably on your ears for exceptional comfort.
BIG SOUND. small size.
Performance Like You've Never Heard
Koss engineered Dynamic Titanium coated drives and Neodymium iron boron magnets deliver deep bass performance for an extended frequency response of 15,25,000 Hz.
Comfort Like You've Never Felt
KSC75's unique ear-clip design features soft rotating ear hooks combined with soft foam cushions providing an ultra lightweight listening experience.
Frequency Response | 15-25,000 Hz |
Impedance | 60 Ohms |
SPL | 101 dB |
Cord | 4ft/1.2m |
Drivers | Koss Titanium coated with Neodymium iron boron magnets |
Cushions | Foam |
Connector | 3.5mm standard headphone jack |
Included | KSC75 |
More Products From Koss
KSC75 | Porta Pro | Porta Pro Limited Edition | Porta Pro Utility | KPH40 Utility | KPH30i | |
Customer Reviews
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4.6 out of 5 stars
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4.5 out of 5 stars
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4.1 out of 5 stars
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Headphone Type
| Ear Clip | On Ear | On Ear | On Ear | On Ear | On Ear |
Connection
| 3.5mm | 3.5mm | 3.5mm | Utility Series | Utility Series | 3.5mm |
Utility Series
| — | — | — | 3.5mm, USB-C & Lightning | 3.5mm, USB-C & Lightning | — |
Audio Controls
| — | — | In-Line Remote | Utility Cord Remote | Utility Cord Remote | In-Line Remote |
Microphone
| — | — | In-Line Remote | Utility Cord Remote | Utility Cord Remote | In-Line Remote |
Noise Cancelling
| — | — | — | — | — | — |
Adjustable Headband
| — | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Collapsible
| — | Yes | Yes | Yes | — | — |
Carrying Case/Pouch
| — | Carrying Pouch | Hardshell Case | Carrying Pouch | — | — |
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 6.5 x 2.5 x 6.5 inches |
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Item Weight | 1.52 ounces |
Department | Unisex-Adult |
Manufacturer | KOSS |
Language | English |
ASIN | B0006B486K |
Item model number | KSC75 |
National Stock Number | 5965-01-572-9399 |
Batteries | 1 Unknown batteries required. |
Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #3,058 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #81 in On-Ear Headphones |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | January 23, 2005 |
Item Weight | 43 Grams |
Units | 1.0 Count |
Number Of Items | 1 |
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Customers like the sound quality and value of the navigation system. For example, they mention it has a great balance of treble and bass, produces clear, crisp sound, and has crystal clear separation of sounds. Some appreciate the comfort and quality. That said, opinions are mixed on stability, fit, and performance.
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Customers like the sound quality of the GPS. They mention that it has great sound, a great balance of Treble and Bass, and clear, crisp sound. They also appreciate the crystal clear separation of sounds, evenly leveled, punchy bass without overdoing it, and fantastic soundstage/imaging. Overall, customers find the headphones really good for basic listening and gaming.
"...Like i said they are less than 15$ and they have very impressive sound quality for such a good less expensive earphone...." Read more
"...And they sound great. The sound is more open and spacious than that of the Panasonic earbuds, with crisp highs, clear mids and solid, but not..." Read more
"...I prefer these with the parts express headband, the extra clamping force enhances the sound since they sit on your ears better...." Read more
"...Great sound but inexpensive enough that you won't cry if you lose them. Heck everyone probably spent more on sunglasses than these...." Read more
Customers like the comfort of the navigation system. They mention that the ear clips are extremely comfortable, they rest comfortably on their ears, and that the sound is great. They also appreciate the semi-soft rubber sleeve on the plastic loop. Overall, most are happy with the comfort and sound of the product.
"...They are also comfortable as well with a nice semi soft rubber sleeve on the plastic loop that goes around the top of you ear...." Read more
"...But although they are comfortable, they still make me feel as if my ears are stuffed up, and I can barely hear myself talking while I'm wearing them..." Read more
"...One last thing, although it is very comfortable when you wear it, you may look stupid if you wear it in the public (sadly)...." Read more
"...using earbuds, between the often bass-heavy sound, the weird, intrusive feeling, and the unending thoughts that you're ruining your hearing in real..." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the headphones. They say the quality is great for the price, the sound is good for money, and they are comfortable. Customers also mention that the headphones are extremely cheap and outperform other bluetooth headphones.
"...15$ and they have very impressive sound quality for such a good less expensive earphone...." Read more
"...short, the KSC75 is a great-sounding, comfortable headphone at a bargain price from a company reknown for its headphones...." Read more
"...Imaging: Very good, or arguably the best one for the price. I can pinpoint where the instruments, voices come from easily...." Read more
"I recommend these for pretty much anyone, they are cheap for people that just listen to music off their phone, but good enough for a budding..." Read more
Customers like the quality of the sports headphones. They say they are remarkable, decent, and a solid alternative to earbuds. They also say the appearance and reliability are 4 out of 5 stars. Some customers say the headphones are cheap and would benefit from replacement.
"...The earphones do a really good job of staying right were you put them no matter what you do as well...." Read more
"...This is how it sounds like:Imaging: Very good, or arguably the best one for the price...." Read more
"...Overall, these are by far the best pair of sports headphones I've tried and a fantastic buy!..." Read more
"...to chill with, but the sound that comes out of these are scarily good. I've heard worst headphones with 10x the price...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the fit of the GPS. Some mention that they fit on their ears nicely, are tight, and enjoyable. However, others say that the fit is a bit loose, and the clip for their ear doesn't fit very well. They are also big and clunky, and won't comfortably fit in a pocket.
"...The highs seem a bit compressed. The lows are surprising! They're tight & punchy... seriously wow!2) The Monoprice are a big surprise too...." Read more
"...If the headband is too loose, you can use a safety pin or two to take up some slack and make it fit more snuggly...." Read more
"...because they are built for people on the go, everything light and compact. Great sound but inexpensive enough that you won't cry if you lose them...." Read more
"...But it doesn't hold at all because it's cheap and not tight, so it repeatedly slipped off my waistband, even though I had the upper part clipped to..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the stability of the GPS earbuds. Some mention that it stays in place so well that after a few minutes they can't even feel them, while others say that they fall off with modest head movement.
"...absorb perspiration from your forehead, but it will keep the earcups more securely in place and press the earcups more snuggly against your ears to..." Read more
"...But it doesn't hold at all because it's cheap and not tight, so it repeatedly slipped off my waistband, even though I had the upper part clipped to..." Read more
"...The Koss surprisingly is #1 in my book. They have ear clips that sit comfortably on my ears...." Read more
"...they will fall off at any second, and they really do fall off with modest head movement...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the GPS. Some mention that they work well and are comfortable, while others say that they don't work well over 90mph and for regular riding. Some say that the speakers still work great, and are effective technology. However, some customers report issues with the low end response and stability.
"...Now the cans are semi-open... so they're fun for movies. But when it comes to music... I'd much rather listen to the other 3...." Read more
"...I played "Chandalier (Piano version)" by Sia and this thing immediately struggled A LOT...." Read more
"...these for anything not even the thin cord, because they are built for people on the go, everything light and compact...." Read more
"...Be warned, the first few hours of play are underwhelming, but after about a ten hour break in they really expand...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the durability of the headphones. They mention that they feel a little cheap and break easily. The build quality is poor, and the wires are prone to breaking. Overall, some customers feel that the comfort and durability could be improved.
"...the song, the KSC75's treble got very distorted and it unfortunately pierced my left ears (not literally) and because of the very harsh treble, I..." Read more
"...The Monoprice has a detachable cable. The short cable is super thin & flimsy. The long cable is too long (11.5 feet... Wow!), thick, & rubbery...." Read more
"They sound great for the price but the build quality is just so poor these won't last you very long if you active" Read more
"...than that of the Panasonic earbuds, with crisp highs, clear mids and solid, but not boomy bass...." Read more
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Give them an amp and they become even better.
I got these as something light and comfortable to chill with, but the sound that comes out of these are scarily good. I've heard worst headphones with 10x the price.
I prefer these with the parts express headband, the extra clamping force enhances the sound since they sit on your ears better. These sound better than the khp40. The parts express headband is an extra 2 to 8 bones depending on where you get it.
This is how it sounds like:
Imaging: Very good, or arguably the best one for the price. I can pinpoint where the instruments, voices come from easily.
Soundstage: Decent. It is not very close nor very far if I have to describe it.
Bass: This is not a bassy sounding one, it has some punches but still, it is not bassy... Obviously, you can tell by just looking at the thing and knowing that it will scoop out a lot of the lows so definitely not recommended using this thing to listen to EDM, Rocks, or any gernes that emphasize on the lows.
Vocal: It is tuned to sound warmer. I played "Can't Stop Falling In Love" by Elvis Presley and this thing emphasizes Elvis's voice by a lot, making him sound like he's very upfront. Also, it seems that it could somehow partially replicate the depth of the ring in his voice to a degree, which is to my surprise that I didn't expect it to happen on a $30 earclip but here I am writing this review.
Treble: The treble is very average, or it could be arguably bad. I played "Chandalier (Piano version)" by Sia and this thing immediately struggled A LOT. I could hear all the static noises when Sia reached her high notes and when she reached her best moment in the song, the KSC75's treble got very distorted and it unfortunately pierced my left ears (not literally) and because of the very harsh treble, I had to take it off. I felt a bit uneasy for the next 30 mins before I could listen to anything else. So in a nutshell, you don't really expect a $30 earclip to have a clean treble but I have to write what I experienced.
In conclusion, it is a decent $30 earpiece or very good if you consider the price. However, it is definitely not audiophile sounding grade if I have to rate it. It has good soundstage, imaging and an okay-ish sound quality.
One last thing, although it is very comfortable when you wear it, you may look stupid if you wear it in the public (sadly). And this thing leaks sound too, so definitely not recommended for public use.
In the end, I rate it 4/5.
+3 for being decently good
+1 for being cheap
-1 giving my left ear a hard time
P/s: Fixed some typos and made some points clearer.
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The product is built cheaply enough that something somewhere will go loose and start making annoying rattling sounds when you move about. And when you're working out, you're basically moving a lot, so a lot of rattling can easily get on your nerves. That and I fear the longevity of the product when used in that fashion.
You see, the KSC75 is a sibling to the PortaPros. They *almost* share the same earpads (slightly different, all cosmetic no audio difference, the back part of the foam is a bit thinner to match the thinner profile of the portapro driver housing), they share the same diameter and resistance (don't worry you can easily drive these with the power of your smart-o-phones), and they *almost* share the same headphone drivers! The difference? These are TITANIUM COATED! Didn't hear me? TITAAAAAANIUM COOOOOATED!
What does that mean, I hear you ask. Well it means the high frequencies are more present, balancing out the warm sound of the portapro drivers. In my humble opinion, these sound a heck of a lot better than the portapros. You lose out on some bass for sure, but in return you get "audiophile" grade listening experience... or at least a taste of it.
It's only once you listen to the actual expensive pairs of headphones you start to realize that though this follows the shadows of those pairs, it simply *lacks* something that prevents it from standing shoulder to shoulder with the much more expensive stuff. But if you're coming from a cheap pair (especially a sub-50CAD set of headdies), this will be your first true taste of what all the audiophiles are drooling over.
But of course, this comes at a mild to considerable drawback. If you somehow haven't noticed by now, these are EARCLIP headphones. If you never tried one of these before, I recommend getting yourself the cheapest sets you can ever buy and trying them on. Why? Because they won't get that much more comfortable than that... that is if you figure out how to put them on properly in the first place.
You see, I've actually used a couple of earclip headphones by now, mostly cheap ripoffs to not so great phillips or panasonic pairs, and I can tell you that 80% of those that were curious how they worked couldn't figure out how to put them on until I did a hands-on demonstration. But even then, it came down to either you liked how they fit, or hated them and never wanted to touch another.
Despite me being in the former camp, prolonged usage made the anthelix of my ears ache, though that may partially be due to the miserable fact that I'm a glasses enthus- person.
But that isn't all. These aren't robust-feeling sets of headphones. Though mine hasn't broken (yet), I imagine with enough tug and cable trips, the connections will eventually rip out and I'll either have to re-solder them (which is actually pretty easy since access to the connection is just behind a single plastic piece glued in by weak glue and plastic prongs to secure it), or buy another set.
However, GOOD NEWS! You aren't stuck with the earclips! You actually have options! One popular (and cheap) option is to go for the Parts Express headphones. Just rip out the drivers on those carefully (don't feel sad they are terrible), and snap on the good KSC75 and now you have a headphone that no longer has the earclip issues!... but of course this comes at a small price. The fit is horrible, the headband presses on the...
okay hold on what's up with the inconsistent external ear part naming? Like I go on google search right, and I type in external ear part diagram, and what do I see? Multiple diagrams with different names and placements! Ugh.
Anyways it presses on the back end of your ear, further back from the antitragus, and only once you give it enough encouragement (by bending it a bit) will it start to feel comfortable. At least it's cheap to replace if you screw up the bending process.
Unfortunately, it seems that cheap band is the only option you have if you are a Canadian amazon-er. So keep that in mind when purchasing the product.
Oh right the sound. It's good. Great value for sure. You won't be disappointed if you set your expectation to the price. Though these don't look as good as the portapros, these definitely sound better. Yaxi earpads will give it more "air", though be warned that once you put them on, you may have to switch to headbands as the earclips WILL hurt with the substantially thicker foam in place. Are the pads worth the purchase? Eh. I can't tell you right now, though I will say once the foam gets worn out I suggest going for the Yaxi for replacement because why not?
Or you know what, join me in my jank club as I sport a PortaPro band with KSC75 drivers that have yaxi pads (and give the portapro drivers the KSC75 earclips whenever I'm in the mood for no headphones but no earphones either)! Oh have I mentioned the porta pros use the same detachment part so you can hotswap the bands as you see fit? Wait till I tell you about the modding scene!
*ahem*
Anyways these are a great set of headphones for the price, horrible for fitness, and know what you're getting into comfort-wise.
That is all. Have a nice day!
Reviewed in Canada on October 5, 2022
The product is built cheaply enough that something somewhere will go loose and start making annoying rattling sounds when you move about. And when you're working out, you're basically moving a lot, so a lot of rattling can easily get on your nerves. That and I fear the longevity of the product when used in that fashion.
You see, the KSC75 is a sibling to the PortaPros. They *almost* share the same earpads (slightly different, all cosmetic no audio difference, the back part of the foam is a bit thinner to match the thinner profile of the portapro driver housing), they share the same diameter and resistance (don't worry you can easily drive these with the power of your smart-o-phones), and they *almost* share the same headphone drivers! The difference? These are TITANIUM COATED! Didn't hear me? TITAAAAAANIUM COOOOOATED!
What does that mean, I hear you ask. Well it means the high frequencies are more present, balancing out the warm sound of the portapro drivers. In my humble opinion, these sound a heck of a lot better than the portapros. You lose out on some bass for sure, but in return you get "audiophile" grade listening experience... or at least a taste of it.
It's only once you listen to the actual expensive pairs of headphones you start to realize that though this follows the shadows of those pairs, it simply *lacks* something that prevents it from standing shoulder to shoulder with the much more expensive stuff. But if you're coming from a cheap pair (especially a sub-50CAD set of headdies), this will be your first true taste of what all the audiophiles are drooling over.
But of course, this comes at a mild to considerable drawback. If you somehow haven't noticed by now, these are EARCLIP headphones. If you never tried one of these before, I recommend getting yourself the cheapest sets you can ever buy and trying them on. Why? Because they won't get that much more comfortable than that... that is if you figure out how to put them on properly in the first place.
You see, I've actually used a couple of earclip headphones by now, mostly cheap ripoffs to not so great phillips or panasonic pairs, and I can tell you that 80% of those that were curious how they worked couldn't figure out how to put them on until I did a hands-on demonstration. But even then, it came down to either you liked how they fit, or hated them and never wanted to touch another.
Despite me being in the former camp, prolonged usage made the anthelix of my ears ache, though that may partially be due to the miserable fact that I'm a glasses enthus- person.
But that isn't all. These aren't robust-feeling sets of headphones. Though mine hasn't broken (yet), I imagine with enough tug and cable trips, the connections will eventually rip out and I'll either have to re-solder them (which is actually pretty easy since access to the connection is just behind a single plastic piece glued in by weak glue and plastic prongs to secure it), or buy another set.
However, GOOD NEWS! You aren't stuck with the earclips! You actually have options! One popular (and cheap) option is to go for the Parts Express headphones. Just rip out the drivers on those carefully (don't feel sad they are terrible), and snap on the good KSC75 and now you have a headphone that no longer has the earclip issues!... but of course this comes at a small price. The fit is horrible, the headband presses on the...
okay hold on what's up with the inconsistent external ear part naming? Like I go on google search right, and I type in external ear part diagram, and what do I see? Multiple diagrams with different names and placements! Ugh.
Anyways it presses on the back end of your ear, further back from the antitragus, and only once you give it enough encouragement (by bending it a bit) will it start to feel comfortable. At least it's cheap to replace if you screw up the bending process.
Unfortunately, it seems that cheap band is the only option you have if you are a Canadian amazon-er. So keep that in mind when purchasing the product.
Oh right the sound. It's good. Great value for sure. You won't be disappointed if you set your expectation to the price. Though these don't look as good as the portapros, these definitely sound better. Yaxi earpads will give it more "air", though be warned that once you put them on, you may have to switch to headbands as the earclips WILL hurt with the substantially thicker foam in place. Are the pads worth the purchase? Eh. I can't tell you right now, though I will say once the foam gets worn out I suggest going for the Yaxi for replacement because why not?
Or you know what, join me in my jank club as I sport a PortaPro band with KSC75 drivers that have yaxi pads (and give the portapro drivers the KSC75 earclips whenever I'm in the mood for no headphones but no earphones either)! Oh have I mentioned the porta pros use the same detachment part so you can hotswap the bands as you see fit? Wait till I tell you about the modding scene!
*ahem*
Anyways these are a great set of headphones for the price, horrible for fitness, and know what you're getting into comfort-wise.
That is all. Have a nice day!
1. Adjust the clips to fit your ears, this one isn't straightforward because it's hard to tell what's the right balance of fit & tightness. The more tighter they are, the less comfortable but more bass and vice versa.
2. The wire at the joint is really delicate. This is already my second pair, handle with care, do your best not to pull it hard by mistake.
3. The foam is also not that tough, if you rub through the ear every time you put on the headphones, the foam will slowly tear away due to the pointy holders. Learn to wear it without rubbing the ears and the foam pad.
4. If you hear a disturbance/noise, then it means hair is stuck on the driver, remove the foam and clean for any hair/strings.
That's all the pains & annoyances you need to put up with from my experience of 2 years with it. But other than that, this piece is incredible. The sound, the comfort are just too good. No fatigue, no pain, you'll forget you're even wearing them at times.
Die Räumlichkeit und Offenheit des Klangbildes ist sehr gut, aber durch teurere Kopfhörer noch ein bisschen zu toppen.
Ich lege beim Kopfhörer ja hauptsächlich Wert auf guten Klang. Nun verwende ich unter Android die App Wavelet und tatsächlich gibt es eine Korrektur auch für dieses Modell. Und damit zeigt sich eine enorme Stärke dieses Kopfhörers: Die Korrektur funktioniert und der kleine Koss wird nicht überfordert. Er hat sehr geringe Verzerrungswerte, bleibt ganz sauber und liefert dadurch mit der Korrektur ein enorm gutes Klangbild. Ich persönlich regel die Korrektur oft auf etwa 40% - 45% zurück, was mir klanglich besser gefällt als die originale vollständige Anpassiung an die Harmann Kurve. Aber das ist Geschmackssache und daher auch einstellbar. Hier kann auch ein Bassboost eingestellt werden, an dem der Kopfhörer auch nicht gleich zusammenbricht. Mein Vorschlag: +1,5dB bei 36Hz. Wer es heftiger mag, geht auch. Das ist klasse.
Ob der Kopfhörer andere Pads (Polster) braucht, sei mal dahin gestellt. Auch mit den originalen klingt er bereits verdammt gut.
Ein Bügel lässt sich, wie in verschiedenen Kanälen beschrieben, leicht und billig nachrüsten, falls diese Art der Klemmung am Ohr nicht gewünscht wird. Bei meinen Ohren ist es in der Tat etwas fummelig. Aber wenn es sitzt, dann macht's Spaß.
Der Tragekomfort ist sehr gut. Das Teil ist leicht und wenig zu spüren.
Mit dem Kopfhörer auf der Seite schlafen ist vielleicht möglich, aber nicht unbedingt seine Stärke. Nach einer Weile drückt es bei mir doch etwas.
Kurz noch zum Vergleich: der Koss KPH-30ik trägt sich gut, aber mir gefällt der Klang nicht ganz so. Er ist bestimmt etwas für Leute, die den sehr tiefen Bass in ganzer klarer Wucht brauchen. Das kann er nämlich.
In den Mitten und Höhen finde ich ihn nicht so klar. Keine Ahnung ob ich ein schlechtes Exemplar bekommen habe, da andere Rezensenten ihn als Top beschreiben.
Auch für den KPH-30ik gibt es die oben beschriebene Korrektur, wie ich finde ist sie aber nicht so effizient bzw. wirkungsvoll wie beim KSC75. Er wird dadurch nicht präziser in den Höhen und Mitten.
Diese sind beim kleinen Bruder sauberer, klarer und natürlicher was mir persönlich wichtiger ist. Die Instrumente wie Triangeln und Trompeten sind dabei deutlich realistischer. Und es schlägt sich auch in der Räumlichkeit nieder. Und schließlich lebt ein guter Bass ja auch von guten Höhen.
Zum Schluss noch: mit einem Beyer DT990 würde ich ihn vielleicht nicht vergleichen, aber er ist schon verdammt gut und dicht dabei.
Hope that helps :-)
First off you will need to do some cable management as the annoyingly thin cable is a bit too long but once you've got something sorted you can easily store these slipped over a strap with the headset. Some have suggested cutting the wire stripping and splicing and taping it up to the proper length but that feels likely to end in tears to me. YMMV.
When you are ready to use them they can dangle freelhy until you get the headset on and it is then easy to run the left one around the back of the set and slip them over your ears. They are vey comfortable and it is easy to forget you even have them on.
Sound quality is perfect for playing the various rhythmn games and they keep some airflow to your ears to stop you over heating too much.
An advantage over these is unless you are pumping them full volume you will retain some awareness of your surroundings. This can be handy to avoid stepping on children, pets or spouses.
Having them dedicated to the headset is a perfect way to go as you can now just grab the set and controllers without worrying about a fourth thing. I've seen photos were people have them integrated with the straps. I tried this and it didn't work for me as the phone wasn't properly aligned to my ear so it sounded weak. Once again YMMV but I would say leave them dangle as it isn't too much effort to put them on and off.
There probably isn't anything that is as suitable and this price or less that I am aware of. All the other types are in ears which will block you awareness of outside the game. Feels like asking for trouble to me while in VR.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on June 4, 2021
First off you will need to do some cable management as the annoyingly thin cable is a bit too long but once you've got something sorted you can easily store these slipped over a strap with the headset. Some have suggested cutting the wire stripping and splicing and taping it up to the proper length but that feels likely to end in tears to me. YMMV.
When you are ready to use them they can dangle freelhy until you get the headset on and it is then easy to run the left one around the back of the set and slip them over your ears. They are vey comfortable and it is easy to forget you even have them on.
Sound quality is perfect for playing the various rhythmn games and they keep some airflow to your ears to stop you over heating too much.
An advantage over these is unless you are pumping them full volume you will retain some awareness of your surroundings. This can be handy to avoid stepping on children, pets or spouses.
Having them dedicated to the headset is a perfect way to go as you can now just grab the set and controllers without worrying about a fourth thing. I've seen photos were people have them integrated with the straps. I tried this and it didn't work for me as the phone wasn't properly aligned to my ear so it sounded weak. Once again YMMV but I would say leave them dangle as it isn't too much effort to put them on and off.
There probably isn't anything that is as suitable and this price or less that I am aware of. All the other types are in ears which will block you awareness of outside the game. Feels like asking for trouble to me while in VR.