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  • Designed for deep bass performance
  • Comfortable, secure fit with adjustable headband and multi-pivoting earplates
  • Two adjustable temporal-comfort zone pads shift the pressure and perfectly balance the ear plates on your ear
  • Collapsible for maximum portability, includes carrying case
  • Connector Type: 1 x Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)

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Customer Ratings
Sound quality
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Volume control
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3.6
3.3
4.0
Noise cancellation
3.0
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Comfort
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4.5
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Value for money
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connectivity tech
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headphones form factor
On Ear
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On Ear
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connector type
3.5mm Jack
USB Type C
USB Type C
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headphones jack
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cable feature
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The ultra portable on-ear headphones Comfort Zone setting on temporal pad for comfortable secure fit The ultimate active headphones with a collapsible headband design for protective storage Dynamic element for extended frequency response Oxygen-free copper voice coils deliver deep bass and signal clarity Includes a convenient carrying case for protective storage Limited Lifetime Warranty
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Product Description

Porta Pro Classic

Legendary

The acclaimed Koss Porta Pro was introduced in 1984 and continues to be one of the most recognized headphones around the world.

Porta Pro Classic

Perfectly Portable

Porta Pro features a unique collapsible design for easy storage and ultimate portability.

Porta Pro Classic

The Sound of Koss

Koss engineered 60 Ohm drivers deliver remarkable high-fidelity audio at 15-25,000Hz producing deep bass, crisp highs and superior midrange.

Porta Pro Classic

Comfort Zone

Adjustable headband and ComfortZone temporal pads providing a comfortable listening experience.

Two Classics. One Remarkable Listening Experience.

Porta Pro Classic

Porta Pro Classic

True to the original, Porta Pro Classic remains virtually unchanged since it's introduction in 1984 using the same 60 Ohm drivers, producing deep bass, crisp highs and superior midrange.

Porta Pro Black

Porta Pro Black

Looking for a modern look with a retro soul? Porta Pro black share's everything listeners love from the original, now in a sleek jet black colorway.

Legendary Sound. Legendary Design.

Porta Pro Black

For over 40 years the Koss Porta Pro has delivered a rich and expansive audio experience with deep bass, crisp highs an a breathtaking midrange you have to hear to believe. #HearingIsBelieving

Porta Pro Black

The Koss Pro Pro embodies the perfect blend of high-fidelity audio and nostalgic style. It's distinctive retro style design has become an iconic symbol in the world of fashion and portable audio.

Porta Pro Classic
Porta Pro Black
Frequency Response 15 - 25,000 Hz
Impedance 60 Ohms
SPL 111 dB
Drivers Koss Dynamic
Cushions Foam
Connector 3.5mm
ComfortZone Adjustable Temporal Pads
Included Porta Pro, carrying pouch

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Customer Reviews
4.6 out of 5 stars
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4.2 out of 5 stars
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4.5 out of 5 stars
851
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3,302
4.4 out of 5 stars
7,952
Type
On Ear On Ear On Ear On Ear On Ear Ear Clip
Connection
3.5mm 3.5mm Utility Series Utility Series 3.5mm 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 Yes Yes
Carrying Case/Pouch
Carrying Pouch Hardshell Case Carrying Pouch

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    4.6 out of 5 stars
    4.6 out of 5
    15,750 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the value, comfort, quality and portability of the headphones. For example, they mention that they're fantastic for the money, provide outstanding performance for the price and are the cheapest audiophile-quality option. That said, opinions are mixed on durability, and fit.

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    2,966 customers mention2,425 positive541 negative

    Customers like the sound quality of the headphones. They say it has more treble detail and a bit of additional bass boost. They also say the notes sound good and even at high volumes don't cackle or distort. They hear the whole range and are comfortable. Customers also mention that the headphones do not cause listening fatigue and their ears are not ringing afterward.

    "...The Koss Porta Pros sound signature is warm. It favors to lower frequencies. That is how I prefer to listen to my music, more bass/mid heavy...." Read more

    "...TL/DR; Awesome old school looks with amazing sound at a price point that feels like a steal! Bass may not knock your socks off but sounds great...." Read more

    "...The PortaPro on the other hand, has more treble detail and a bit of additional bass boost. Some people prefer the KPH30i or KSC75 over the PortaPro...." Read more

    "...These headphones are meant for loud music (I listen to Eluveitie) - I've never heard any others that feel as "powerful" and "in your face" as these...." Read more

    1,250 customers mention945 positive305 negative

    Customers like the comfort of the headphones. They say that the adjustable temples let them fit every head. They also appreciate the two extra comfort settings to make the foam ear pads feathery and airy.

    "...response and incredible acoustic qualities of these light, comfortable headphones...." Read more

    "...If that's not enough, it has two extra comfort settings to make the foam ear pads feel even lighter on your ears...." Read more

    "...These are comfortable to wear for extended periods. The "comfort" slides on the sides are a bit more gimmick than functional. Do they work? Yes...." Read more

    "...They fit my head just fine and are comfortable. These things can go anywhere. They are called Porta-Pros and they can go anywhere...." Read more

    1,198 customers mention1,130 positive68 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the value of the headphones. They mention that the JVC Flats are fantastic for the money, the Porta Pros are great for $30 sound, and the KPH30i is in the range of $100-150. That said, some say that the headphones provide outstanding performance for the price. Some customers also mention that they are not dollar store ear pads and are properly tuned for listening. Overall, most are happy with the quality and value of these headphones.

    "...One thing is for sure: these things have plenty of bass! Not too much (not "boomy"), but they seem properly tuned for listening to things without "..." Read more

    "...The build quality and sound from these $40 headphones are unbeatable for the price. At first glance the plastic and metal seems a little flimsy...." Read more

    "...TL/DR; Awesome old school looks with amazing sound at a price point that feels like a steal! Bass may not knock your socks off but sounds great...." Read more

    "...They are great sounding headphones and are an excellent value. Do you really put these up against other headphones that cost many times as much? No...." Read more

    859 customers mention809 positive50 negative

    Customers like the portability of the headphones. For example, they say it's very light, not bulky, and has a compact nature due to its folding design. That said, they mention carrying them around is rather easy, and they fit into a small leather bag.

    "...you hear the bass response and incredible acoustic qualities of these light, comfortable headphones...." Read more

    "...They fold up nicely and fit into a small leather bag which is included.These have been around for nearly 35 years. Unchanged design. Why?..." Read more

    "...They fit my head just fine and are comfortable. These things can go anywhere. They are called Porta-Pros and they can go anywhere...." Read more

    "...They’re insanely light, so it can feel like they aren’t there after a while (a good thing). The on-ear aspect really is a love or hate thing...." Read more

    825 customers mention796 positive29 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the quality of the headphones. They mention that they sound fantastic, have a bit of mid bass punch, and have good even mids. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend them to others.

    "...Something important to consider is that these are very open and airy headphones and the treble carries very well outside the headphones..." Read more

    "...However, these Koss Porta Pros will remain unchanged and popular. They are perfect, and to be honest I like the retro look...." Read more

    "...These are great headphones and have a relatively unique sound...." Read more

    "...the subbass is rolled off, but the midbass, upper bass, and mids are very good...." Read more

    687 customers mention481 positive206 negative

    Customers like the appearance of the headphones. They say it has a unique, retro look, and is eye-catching. Some customers also say the design is functional and Daft Punkish. The mids are very distinctive and present, and the headphones are available in a new design.

    "...And even if they're a bit outdated in appearance, the design is so functional you won't even give looks a second thought after you put them on...." Read more

    "...They are perfect, and to be honest I like the retro look. Don't fall for marketing hype. You don't always get your moneys worth by paying more...." Read more

    "...The highs are plenty there, not muffled, however they are somewhat subdued...." Read more

    "...TL/DR; Awesome old school looks with amazing sound at a price point that feels like a steal! Bass may not knock your socks off but sounds great...." Read more

    1,071 customers mention548 positive523 negative

    Customers are mixed about the durability of the headphones. Some mention that they seem well constructed, with sturdier cloth covered wires, and a limited lifetime warranty. However, others say that they feel delicate or are easily broken. The headband is a thin metal that can tear hair out.

    "...Finally, a great thing about the Koss Porta Pros is their limited lifetime warranty. If these break, stop working, etc...." Read more

    "...Some others have mentioned that they feel delicate or are easily broken, but compared to other small headphones I have had they seem very well built..." Read more

    "...these you'll find near universal praise for the excellent sound and durability, with some mixed views on the aesthetics...." Read more

    "...Also, some people complain of the wires. They feel more fragile than other headphones. If you're careful they'll last years...." Read more

    566 customers mention311 positive255 negative

    Customers are mixed about the fit of the headphones. Some mention that it has a good fit on the ears, it fits snugly into the supplied bag, and it easily adjusts to fit over a ball cap. However, others say that it does not easily fit in small or tight pockets, the holes for the earpads are small, and the headband is the perfect length.

    "...They do not press down on your ears hard like other headphones with leave your ears feeling sore...." Read more

    "...The carrying case they come with (a leatherette bag) is a slightly tight fit and I probably won't end up using it much since it is not a hard case..." Read more

    "...They fit my head just fine and are comfortable. These things can go anywhere. They are called Porta-Pros and they can go anywhere...." Read more

    "...It is barely big enough to get them in there once folded. I put mine in a hardshell case with another pair of headphones...." Read more

    Great Headpones, but I recommend the Koss KPH40!
    4 Stars
    Great Headpones, but I recommend the Koss KPH40!
    I enjoyed these Headphones!For those of you who have trouble with it pulling your hair, my remedy was to wrap painters tape (blue to match the highlights on the headphones) around the middle section of the headband. It also keeps the headband the perfect length so I didn't have to constantly adjust it every time I took it off. This DOES make it less portable for pocket carry, but I never used that anyway. The temple pads were giving me migraines so I ripped them off. Then I replaced the foam earpads with the YAXI ones. Now everything is great.---MY HUNT FOR THE BEST BUDGET HEAPHONES:(I use my headphones for 80's Rock, 90's Alternative, Oldies, Classical, and plenty of TV and Movies)-SHORT VERSION...BUY THE KOSS KPH40'S AND SOME YAXI PADS!LONG VERSION...FIRST I HAD THE PX-100-i's for like 10 years. Loved them, but the connector broke a few years back. THEN I got the PX-100-ii's. I didn't like it as much as the first iteration. Way too much Bass! And the bass bled like crazy. They sounded super muddy. But everything else sounded like my old px-100's. Then a few months ago, THOSE broke at the connector (I'm nice to my headphones, they get plugged into my computer and stay there, there's really no reason for those connectors to go faulty, just bad manufacturing). Then I found out that Sennheiser was no longer making ANY PX-100's anymore, so I had some research to do...NEXT WERE THE KOSS PORTAPROShttps://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00001P4ZH/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1-The sound is 'soft' for the mids and uppers, and a slightly boomy bass. Very easy-listening. The bass was a little too boomy for my taste, but it wasn't bad. The high's weren't sibilant, which I loved. I missed some clarity from my px-100's, but it was worth it. What I didn't like about it was that the bass bled into the mids, which made some things sound weird. Still, I liked them better than my original sennheiser PX-100-i's which is saying something. The PX-100-i's have highs that are harsh on my ears, too much sibilance. The Bass on the PX-100-i's can be a little to boomy also, but no bleeding. It had an accurate, clear sound I loved. But overall I considered the Portapro's a nice upgrade.KOSS KPH30ihttps://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B075FBRYM1/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1-But, I didn't like the bleeding bass of the Portapro's, so I kept hunting. I tried the Koss KPH30i's next. VERY nice. I consider them better than the Portapro's. Slightly more clarity in the highs and the bass didn't bleed. The high's were only a little more powerful than the Portapro's, pretty much had the same 'soft' sound quality I liked in the Portapro's. The bass was a little underwhelming. I could tell where the bass was meant to be, which was nice, but it wasn't boomy at all. Like HEARING the bass, but not FEELING it. At first I really appreciated that, especially for classical, but after a few days I kind of missed the bass punch of the Portapro's. The biggest problem with the KPH30i's were they were uncomfortable! The earpads are huge and they press on my ears hard. Its not just the compression strength causing it, its the flat earcups that press against the entire ear. I could only wear it for 10 min before taking them off. So I tried the Grado Ear Pad mod, put it around the earcups and it was MUCH better. Warning, do NOT remove the original foam of the headphones. They tear and you cant get them back on. I made that mistake and now my KPH30i's high's hurt my ears because there is nothing between my ear and the driver. I wished I would have kept the original foam on, and THEN put the Grado pads over them. Instead I had to use the paper towel mod and now the high's don't hurt my ears. The hole in the pad still make a tunnel effect and I feel like that creates a pressure chamber that hurts my ears over time. I DO love the silicone resting band on this set. With that and the Grado pads, these became a lot more comfy, but I still would have to take them off after a couple hours, from my ears over-heating and the firm pressure on the ears. That combined with the lack of bass punch, I decided to keep looking.KOSS KPH40https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09KZC94X1/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1-I had heard that the KPH40 was the sound 'sweet spot' between Portapro's and KPH30i's, and they were right! These are currently my favorite headphones, even more than my less-than-budget-friendly Sennheiser HD599's (see below). The KPH40's are my Goldilocks Headphones. The KPH40's sound profile are a LITTLE more V-shape than the Portapro's and the KPH30i's. A little more bass than the KPH30i's and a little more high's than the Portapro's. Perfect. The bass is just right, and very accurate. The mids are there, but not overpowering. The high's are clear but still have that 'soft', 'easy-listening' sound I enjoy from the Koss drivers. Honestly I don't think a lot of people will hear a difference between the 3 Koss headphones I tried, its very subtle. They all have the same basic sound. But the differences were enough for me to recommend the KPH40's over the others.The koss headphones I tried aren't as clear and accurate as my HD599's but I enjoy listening to music on them more. It's just more laid back while still being clear and accurate enough. It has a pleasant 'cloudiness' to the whole sound image. I think some people call this 'veiled'. That's a good description. It's just not as harsh on the ears, I could listen to them all day without pain or fatigue. I put the YAXI pads I bought for my Portapro's on them and they fit fine. Super comfy. It didn't really need it because Koss learned from the KPH30i's mistake and made these earcups small. They sit right on the ear where it needs to and it doesnt hurt. The headband is also metal instead of plastic, so you can adjust it to exactly the clamping force and shape that you want. At first, I found the metal headband too skinny, it felt like it was cutting into my scalp. It wasn't, It just felt that way. So I actually took the silicone band I loved from the KPH30i's and taped it to the inside of the metal head band. LOL, I'm not fancy. I bet you could tape some rolled up paper towel to the inside and get a similarly comfy effect. This mimics the all day comfort I always got from my PX-100's. I think any future iteration's should still keep the metal band, but maybe include the silicone comfort band from the KPH30i's, don't touch the drivers or earcups, they are great. I LOVE the ribbon style cable that doesn't tangle. I don't really need the "utility series" connector, especially when the utlity cables cost $45, so if removing that makes these headphones $30 instead of $40, please do so and make these headphones an even more ridiculous bargain!SENNHEISER HD599https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD-599-Open-Headphone/dp/B01L1IICR2?ref_=ast_sto_dp&th=1-At $150, I almost didn't want to mention these as budget headphones, but for those looking to become Audiophiles, I think they are the cheapest Audiophile-quality option. Some recommend the Grado SR60's or SR80's, but I don't. They have zero bass, ear canal piercing highs, and are VERY uncomfortable to wear. The earcups are flat, high compression, and unyielding. I couldn't wear them for more than 3 minutes. The sound profile of those Grado's might be good for monitoring high's and mids, but not bass, so what's the point of them? Vocals and violins only? No thanks. The HD599's, on the other hand, have a very neutral profile with a SLIGHTLY elevated bass, perfect for monitoring, IMO. The bass is present, a little punchy, but not muddy or boomy at all. While the headphones were comfy on my ears, I found that it created weird air pressure differences in my ear canal. This became very fatiguing after an hour, even at the lowest possible volume to hear the music. Probably because of the bigger, more powerful drivers. I think they started to damage my ears. After a few weeks I couldnt wear them for more than 10 minutes without my ears hurting again. The only time any budget Koss driver did that was when I had the tunnel effect going on with the Grado Cushion Mod, and even then it was at a much lesser degree.---A NOTE ON AUDIOPHILIA...-But mostly I just recommend people don't become Audiophiles. It sucks.What a music-lover like me didn't understand was that Audiophiles don't listen to music, they monitor it. They don't absorb the entire composition, they nit-pick specific parts of it. This robs the listener of any enjoyment of the music. It kind of bother's me that they have stolen the title of "Audiophile". I think that belongs to music-lovers and music-makers. What we call "Audiophilia" should actually be called "Audiomonitoring". Calling it Audiophilia compels music-lovers like me to spend massive amounts of money on "better" headphones and audio setups to rob of us of any listening enjoyment we previously had with our $40 budget headphones, and rob our wallet while they are at it. I don't mean to insult or begrudge Audiophiles for a hobby they enjoy, I just don't like it when they are propped up as experts of the best sounding equipment. They aren't. They are experts for the best MONITORING equipment for sound engineers. If you enjoy music, I recommend you get a "consumer" headphone. I recommend you get the Koss KPH40.I like my KPH40's the best for listening to Music, TV, and Movies. Even over my Sennheiser HD599's. Its true that the HD599's have better clarity, but I enjoy music more with my KPH40's because I'm not hearing harshness or noises that the sound engineers never meant people to hear. Sometimes I felt like I was hearing TOO MUCH accuracy on the HD599's, like things the orchestra didn't want us to hear. I couldn't ENJOY my music because I was MONITORING it too much. I heard too much noise, not enough music. And I didn't have a CHOICE to enjoy the music, I HAD to monitor it. Audiophiles are nit-picky sound analysts, so take their hard-earned advice with that in mind.OK, A short message on Amp/DAC's. Don't bother.I have a Dragonfly Cobalt Amp/DAC. It costs $330. While it DOES make all my headphones sound better, it's practically negligable. MAYBE a 3-5% improvement in sound. Not really worth spending any kind of money on. The DAC on my computer is fine. Especially with the Koss budget headphones. It's recommended that you have an amp for heaphones that have an impedance of 50 ohms or higher. If its higher than 50 ohms you might want an amp just so the drivers are poperly driven, or it will sound real quiet. But test it first at full volume, you might not need it. If you do, there are Amp/DAC's in the $60 range that should do just fine. You definately don't need it with the KPH40's. So unless you can get it for free like I did (VERY nice friend), then I wouldn't bother with it.What about special cables? Not needed with the KPH40's alone. I had trouble with distortion running headphones from my amp using a cheap amazon 3.5mm extension cable, so I just got a USB extension cable instead and ran the headphones driectly from the amp. Problem solved. If your still having problems with distortion, there's guides online on how to make quality cables on the cheap. But you shouldn't need them. Please don't spend more than $20, the cost-to-sound improvement ratio is the worst here.OK, rant against the heaphone consumer industry over...and thank heaven for Koss!---So for normal people (99.9% of the population), I recommend you forget the expensive monitor stuff and get the KPH-40's for the $40. :DOther than the modifications I mentioned, you can also use the Kramer Mod to further fine tune the sound profile, but I don't think it's necessary with the KPH40's. Guides for the Kramer Mod can be found online.Here's the YAXI pads I used on the Portapro's and the KPH40'shttps://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MQVHX84/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1Here's the Grado Pads I used on the KPH30i'shttps://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00TGCDHL2/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1Here's some painters tape for the Portapro's. It doesn't leave residue if you change your mind later, and it matches the blue in the headphones nicely! :Dhttps://www.amazon.com/Duck-Painters-1-5-Inch-1-41-Inch-240194/dp/B0025KUSW8?ref_=ast_sto_dp&th=1A cheaper $7 3.5mm-to-lightning adapter so you don't have to buy the $45 one from Koss, (COUGH!)https://www.amazon.com/Apple-Lightning-Headphone-Jack-Adapter/dp/B01LXJFMGF?ref_=ast_sto_dpA popular budget Amp/DAC you don't need.https://www.amazon.com/Fosi-Audio-Headphone-Digital-Analog/dp/B07VDQQY95?ref_=ast_sto_dpIf you made it to the end, thanks for listening, and enjoy those heaphones!**UPDATE 8/9/2023I have to add a note here. Since this review I have noticed that the Koss KPH40 headphones do tend to "bloom" in the upper-mid Bass range. What does that mean? There is a mildly loud reverberation when the Bass hits a certain frequency, and ONLY that frequency. As the sound gets lower the bloom goes away. For this reason I have gone back to my repaired Sennheiser PX-100 (originals) as my main headphone. But I still love these headphones!
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    Higor Pereira Cler
    5.0 out of 5 stars Vendedor ecelente
    Reviewed in Brazil on June 5, 2023
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    BEACHCAT
    5.0 out of 5 stars Declaration: They're Okay
    Reviewed in Canada on October 5, 2022
    Color: BlackStyle: On-Ear HeadphoneVerified Purchase
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    BEACHCAT
    5.0 out of 5 stars Declaration: They're Okay
    Reviewed in Canada on October 5, 2022
    Alright so I got them on a pretty neat discount. Back then I wasn't willing to pay the full price, and now that I have one I'm still not convinced on the 50+ cad price. Yeah sure it's wonderful pricing for such a great sounding headphone, but did you ever consider the consequence of taking such a plunge? I mean go on the internet and you'll either find raving reviews saying these are the best in class, or immeasurable disappointment who foolishly set too high of an expectation to get what they expected: Not good enough.

    When you buy one of these as a hobbyist, you look back at your audio, wondering where you've gone wrong. It's not quite audiophile enough to replace my more expensive, albeit larger sets of headphones, but it's not quite bassy enough to satisfy my basshead beast that's leaching off my life essence (curse you Sony Extrabass and your extra-bassyness that not even the bass the fish can sate my evergrowing lust for extra bass). I'd compare the bass level to what sony throws out on their non-Xtra-Bass lines of headphones.

    There's enough width to sound to almost pretend I'm in the place of recording... almost. It just lacks that little bit of something that ruins the immersion. Yeah sure it's wide, but what's the point if you're fully aware that what you're listening to is only a sample of what the audiophile world has in store for you? The audio listening hobby quickly shifts from a minor purchase here and there to irresponsible spending in a blink of an eye... and before you know it you've created a black hole in your wallet where your hund-o's used to live.

    That's what this is, unsatisfying in any way you look at it, if you've gotten a glimpse of what it could've been with a few more tens, hund-o's, or grandies to spend.

    Build quality is competent, but I wish the clamping force wasn't so hard, and the foam that's supposed to sit on the head to alleviate the problem doesn't reach my big, dumb head.

    Comfort is there, but not enough. The furthest settings for the "comfortZone" (which adjusts how much pressure the earpads assert on your poor ears) is just not light enough for my sensitive ears. I don't think I can spend a whole day wearing these without my ears getting sore. Good news for glasses wearers though (at least some of them), the pressure is put on the antitragus and the tragus, so though you'll get discomfort (or at least itchiness) in those middle outer parts of your ears, your glasses frame will likely not dig into your skull! But of course your mileage may vary.

    The cable is not noisy at all, though I don't think that matters much considering that these are open back, and you'll definitely hear the cable whack around furniture due to careless usage.

    The audio quality, though really good for the price, short of a miracle that everyone claims it to be, and a bit too bassy for ex-bassheads (and not bassy enough for the bassheads). It's a pretty warm sound, but the mids and highs are present enough to make it seem like it just has that extra bass on top of a balanced sound.

    Sure the driver units can be popped off and attached to other attachments (I've actually gone and put them on a KSC75 earhook), and the foam pad can be replaced with the much more comfortable and better sounding YAXI earpads... however I'm reviewing the product as it's own... and without any accessories (except a "protein leather" egg bag), this product is not good enough for all the praise everyone's screaming out...

    But that's what it is. Disappointment if and ONLY IF you set your expectations stupidly high based on reviews bowing down before its presence. If you ignore all the fans (somehow) and just buy the product expecting nothing but a 50$-sounding headphones, prepare to have your socks blown off to next sunday cuz this set of headphones is the best retro-style good-sounding headphones for the money!

    When you buy this, don't expect a giant-killer; Be humble, and you'll get more than you've bargained for. If not, at least these do well as conversation starters and/or room decoration.
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    Giancarlo A.
    5.0 out of 5 stars Ottimo per qualità/prezzo
    Reviewed in Italy on March 9, 2024
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    Poilpre Adrien
    5.0 out of 5 stars Utilisé pour Meta Quest 3
    Reviewed in France on March 7, 2024
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    Coop
    5.0 out of 5 stars Er is een reden dat de Porta Pro al zo lang in productie is.
    Reviewed in the Netherlands on February 12, 2024
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