Entered CNET Catalog: 11/12/2002
SKU: 0615104044722
Manufacturer: Sennheiser Electronics Corp.
Manufacturer description
With their powerful sound and crisp bass, the HD 437 open dynamic hi-fi stereo headphones are an ideal choice for modern music such as rock and pop. The lightweight headphones are the perfect partner for mobile audio sources such as MP3, MiniDisc and CD players and for use with home mini hi-fi systems. When out and about, a convenient cord take-up lets you adjust the headphone cable to the required length. PRODUCT FEATURES: Open, supra-aural, dynamic hi-fi stereo headphones; Ideal both for mobile audio sources such as MP3, MiniDisc and CD players and home mini hi-fi systems; Specially designed damping perforation ensures rich, crisp bass response; Lightweight diaphragm material with "turbine" embossing for extremely low bass; Powerful neodymium magnets; High levels and powerful bass for modern rhythm-driven music; Clips to the belt: cord take-up for adjusting the cable length when listening on the move; Extremely comfortable to wear due to ultra-lightweight design, even for extended listening; Rugged outdoor design with extremely flexible headband; 3m highly conductive OFC copper cable; Replaceable ear pads made from soft fabric material.User opinions
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great headphones
Pros: featherweight,great bass response
Cons: very big/ not handy.
after selecting the HD 437 model, its reviews were generally favorable than HD-457. i dont care what others say, some say they suck and some say there are great. All i want to say it was damn good for me when compared to HD 457and i went to purchase HD 437 based on the decision taken by ears and heart.
anyway its great for me.
out of 9 user reviews
Good value, sound OK
Pros: Sound is good and balanced
Sturdy feel
Pad fabric feels a lot better than Iit look on pictures
Long cable
Cheap price
Cons: Sound is unspectacular
Pads are too tight on the head
For testing purposes I used my iPod Nan (1G) with a flat equalizer. The sound is good as well, balanced. The headphones do a good job for a variety of music styles (rock, jazz, electronic) unlike the Sony MDR-XB300 (see my review: http://reviews.cnet.com/headphones/sony-mdr-xb300-30mm/4864-7877_7-33578646-1.html?tag=mncol;uo ). However the sound is sometimes unspectacular and dull. I would say it lacks definition compared to the MDR-XB300.
The HD 437 are good entry-level headphones from a renowned manufacturer. On the plus side they're really affordable: 50$ regular price at Future Shop here in Canada.
out of 9 user reviews
Excellent headphones
Pros: Very comfortable, very good sound, solid bass.
Cons: 9 foot cord
As one other reviewer pointed out, the headphones are designed to sit slightly forward of the crown of you head. They therefore have an inclined pad across the top, which makes them very comfortable for lengthy use. Previously, I had problems with full-ear earphones in that my ears would either be very sweaty after several hours, or else would be hurting so much I had to stop. I have none of that with these. The full-size earpads are exceptionally comfortable, and my ears do not sweat with prolonged use.
Bass reproduction is very strong, am very impressed considering they cost less than 50 dollars.
Cons : A longer cord would have been nice for home cinema use, but other than that, with an extension they are perfect. Great buy.
9/10
out of 9 user reviews
Disappointing Cans From Sennheisser
Pros: Design, Comfort
Cons: Sound Quality
out of 9 user reviews
437 better than 457, 477, 497, PX 200?
Pros: I like the sound! lightweight, comfortable
Cons: not foldable
and do not dare to give them the big 10 they have in my heart!
out of 9 user reviews
They are conftortable and affordable
Pros: They are really fit nicely on the head and the sound quality is awsome.
Cons: It is not usb.
out of 9 user reviews
Twenty bucks wasted
Pros: Sounds okay, but...
Cons: These headphones must have been designed for aliens, not humans. The band across the top of the head sits at an odd angle (not flat), so it is *very* uncomfortable.
out of 9 user reviews
cheap, good performance, not flashy tho:P
Pros: extremely clear sound quality, light weight, comfortable to use for hours. good range of frequency
Cons: a stronger bass sound would do nicely, although as it is it's adequate. doesnt look beefy, more on the flimsy side actually
out of 9 user reviews
Warm, attractive, comfortable, inexpensive headphones
Pros: Very comfortable Fairly Sturdy Rich sound Inexpensive Clean highs and lows Long cord
Cons: Compared to the higher end senns these are fairly ditsy. Was suprised to see the earpads and headrest made of cotton, looked like faux leather.
