Sennheiser CX 80S
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Sennheiser
CX 80S
Product Info
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The CX 80S are a remarkable value. They deliver a surprisingly enjoyable listening experience with a decent amount of bass and clear mids, making them ideal for casual listening on the go or for someone just getting into better audio without spending a fortune.
Product Description
- Sennheiser CX 80S
- In-Ear Headphones
- Dynamic
- Closed
- Frequency range: 17 - 20
- 000 Hz
- Maximum level: 119 dB SPL @ 1 kHz
- 1V RMS
- Impedance: 28 Ohm
- Distortion factor (1 kHz
- 100 dB) < 0.5
- 1.2 m cable with right-angled 3.5 mm jack plug
- Weight: 10 g
- Includes ear tips in 3 different sizes (S/M/L)
PROS
- • Surprisingly balanced sound for the price, decent bass response
- • Compact and lightweight design, comfortable for extended wear
- • Right-angled 3.5mm jack prevents cable strain and snagging
- • Solid build quality for an entry-level dynamic headphone
CONS
- • Soundstage is quite narrow, lacks spatial separation
- • Cable length is restrictive for some users
- • Plastic construction feels less premium than competitors
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Key Features
Type
Dynamic, Closed
Driver Size
9.2 mm
Impedance
28 Ohm
Frequency Range
17 - 20,000 Hz
Sensitivity
119 dB SPL @ 1 kHz, 1V RMS
Cable
1.2 m with right-angled 3.5 mm jack plug
Weight
10 g
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Frequently Asked Questions
They offer a more balanced sound signature than many similarly priced options, often lacking the overly boosted bass that’s common in that range.
They’re perfectly fine to use directly with a smartphone; the 28-ohm impedance is low enough that you won’t experience any significant volume issues.
Being a closed-back design, they do a reasonable job of containing sound, but some leakage is inevitable at higher volumes.
