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Panasonic RP-HT21 review (Black)

They have an L-shaped plug, which is arguably more durable than a straight plug.

(Credit: Sarah Tew/CNET)

We're fans of the Koss PortaPro on-ear headphones, which retail for around $35 online and have a folding headband. The RP-HT21s don't sound as good as the PortaPros, but their sound quality doesn't fall that short and they cost nearly $30 less.

The headphones straight on.

(Credit: Sarah Tew/CNET)

Conclusion
If you're looking for a cheap pair of headphones for casual listening on the go or at the gym, the RP-HT21s, despite their generic looks, actually sound pretty decent and are fairly comfortable to wear. Sure, some people may think you swiped them from your last flight, but the good news is that if you leave them anywhere (or accidentally break them), they'll only cost you $5 to replace. There's something to be said for that.

 

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Quick Specifications

  • Headphones Type Headphones - Binaural
  • Product type Headphones
  • Design On-ear
  • Color Black
  • Sound output mode Stereo
  • Connector type Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm
  • Service & Support Details Limited warranty - Parts and labor - 3 months

Executive Editor David Carnoy has been a leading member of CNET's Reviews team since 2000. He covers the gamut of gadgets and is a notable e-reader and e-publishing expert. He's also the author of the novels Knife Music and The Big Exit. Both titles are available as Kindle, iBooks, and Nook e-books. Full Bio

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