I'm writing this review six years after my purchase. I planned on writing it after a few years of wear, but forgot all about it. With that said, for anyone looking for a pair of headphones to last them a long time: look elsewhere.
For anyone looking for sub-$100 headphones that sound more like $200-300 headphones: Shure has it, if you're into modifying gadgets.
These cans are heavy, as others have mentioned. The headband is terribly under-cushioned. The ear pads are thin and actually degrade the sound quality. You'll need to replace them within the first year with either Shure's 940 replacement ear pads or a third party like Brainwavz, which is what I bought.
The hinges are the biggest problem with these headphones. I just stuck a piece of foam padding from leftover shipping material and made the headband very comfortable with the cushioned ear pads. The hinges need a complete rebuild, though. They are all plastic with a little metal hinge inside that allows them to turn to the sides a bit. They come nice and tight brand new. I would say after a few months of heavy use, or one year of casual use, they turn into loud, annoying, squeeky nuisances. You will first notice them while you are talking and eating. A few years later and they creek with every little head movement.
That's all to say IF you don't accidentally break the hinges completely, as they are very fragile and probably would take just one drop or a moment of pressure while falling a sleep with them on. Considering how heavy the headphones are and how well-made the actual speakers/drivers are, this is a depressing fact I've had to accept early on.
Also, the pleather covering on both the headband and stock ear pads will peel off within your first year. Sadly, the Brainwavz pleather is now peeling for me, too, after only 3-4 years of light use. I'm super meticulous about my electronics, I keep them away from dust and moisture, but still my headphones look trashed.
My rating is a three only because the sound quality is so good. I would rate it as the best/most balanced in the under $100 range without hesitation. I still use these headphones even though they look like they came out of a dumpster and I have to sit still like a statue to avoid creeky hinges. I haven't bought a new set because I use earbuds a lot more and I'm a poor dude, but it's definitely getting close to donation time.
Buy these headphones only if rebuilding/customizing electronics is your thing, the value is still there.
| 商品尺寸 | 11.43 x 21.59 x 24.13 cm; 311 克 |
|---|---|
| 包装清单 | SRH440 |
| 连接技术 | 有线 |
| 功能用途 | Empfindlichkeit der Kopfhörer: 105 dB, Abschattung (44 Ohm) |
| 本商品是否包含电池 | 不是 |
| 产品颜色 | 黑色 |
| 制造商 | Shure Incorporated |
| 型号年份 | 2010 |
| 商品重量 | 311 g |
