Sennheiser HD 202 Circumaural Closed Back Hi-Fi or DJ Monitoring Headphones

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The Sennheiser HD202 headphones are very lightweight, closed-back headphones designed for professional DJ or personal use, offering good isolation, high SPL capability, and detachable earcups with replaceable leatherette ear cushions.

The HD202 headphones have been specifically designed for consistent and extended bass response, deploying lightweight turbine diaphragms and high efficiency drivers ensconced in a special damping material.

Closed-back dynamic, semi-circumaural stereo headphones with high 115 dB SPL
Lightweight turbine diaphragms for low bass
Specially designed damping material ensures clear, well-defined bass response
Powerful neodymium magnets and lightweight diaphragms for high sound levels
Removable earcups detach from headband
Replaceable leatherette ear cushions
Convenient belt clip for adjusting cable length
Comfortable to wear, ultra-lightweight construction, designed for extended listening
Type Circumaural, Closed-Back, Dynamic Stereo Headphones
Frequency Range 18 Hz - 18 kHz
Impedance 32 Ohms
Sensitivity Not specified by Manufacturer
Maximum Input Power Not specified by Manufacturer
Connectors 1/4" Stereo Phone Plug, Detachable
1/8" Stereo Mini Plug
Cable Length 10' (3 m)
Weight 4.6 oz (130 g)

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Sennheiser HD 202 Circumaural Closed Back Hi-Fi or DJ Monitoring Headphones
 
4.5

(based on 45 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

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    (22)

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    (22)

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100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Good audio (45)
  • Easy to use (36)
  • Lightweight (29)
  • Versatile (13)
  • Compact (9)

Cons

  • Bulky/heavy (3)

Best Uses

  • Home studio (26)
  • Amateur recording (20)
  • Outdoor events / games (12)
  • Performances (5)
  • Pro audio / DJ / mixing (5)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Experienced (30), Novice (13)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

Very satisfied for the price point

Let me begin by saying that i am no audiophile but I appreciate good sound enough that I outfitted my comp with the Xfi class of soundcard. That, paired with my 20 yr old ...Read complete review

Let me begin by saying that i am no audiophile but I appreciate good sound enough that I outfitted my comp with the Xfi class of soundcard. That, paired with my 20 yr old Sony compact stereo, satisfies my audio cravings. The HD 202 is for those times when i need to blast music without bringing the house down and i find it very satisfying. I listen to Indian bollywood music,some 80's Western stuff and some Latin. I enjoy music with crisp highs and lotsa bass. The 202's are very clear at max volume although the bass gets a little murky listening to mp3's ripped @ a lower bitrate. I try to rip my music at a variable bit rate or i use windows lossless sometimes. (Haven't really played with FLAC though.) Mp3's ripped above 192kbps sound decent with the HD202 and those at 239kbps sound great.I can easily differentiate the quality of the rips between wma and the super rip included with the xfi cards. Although i find that the best combination for me is my 20yr old sony system and my xfi card, this comes a close 2nd. Just checked the 202's with my Sony hometheater amp model str de 597 i could turn up the volume to 50% before distortion sets in. Now for the cons ears are painful after an hour or so although i have to admit that i do have large ears but i have a small head :)the cord is still the old fashioned Y type no single sided cord but does come with a nifty cord reel with clip.So overall i am pretty happy with it but wish it could handle higher volumes better.

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

Great sound and good price!!!!

I use in my home studio.
It is very comfortable, there is balance between mid and hi frequency. But there is very emphasis at low frequencys too. This is not good.

I use in my home studio.
It is very comfortable, there is balance between mid and hi frequency. But there is very emphasis at low frequencys too. This is not good.

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5.0

Sennheiser HD 202 Headphones

By Tom

from British Columbia, Canada

About Me Experienced

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Clear Sound
  • Easy To Use
  • Lightweight

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Home Studio

    Comments about Sennheiser HD 202 Circumaural Closed Back Hi-Fi or DJ Monitoring Headphones:

    The Sennheiser HD 202 headphones from B&H are an excellent value, transmits music clearly and are a worthwhile buy.

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    4.0

    Great cans for the price.

    By CV

    from Toronto, Canada

    About Me Experienced

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Clear Sound
    • Lightweight
    • Sleek
    • Versatile

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Commute
      • Home Studio
      • Mobile DJ

      Comments about Sennheiser HD 202 Circumaural Closed Back Hi-Fi or DJ Monitoring Headphones:

      I'm using them at home with the comp, but they're also great outdoors thanks to the closed design. They're lightweight but grip your head well so I could see these working fine while on the move. They're surprisingly balanced for this class. Easily one of the best in this very low price-range.

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      4.0

      Don't judge headphones on price alone

      By L V

      from Tracy, Ca.

      About Me Experienced

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Clear Sound

      Cons

      • Cord too long

      Best Uses

        Comments about Sennheiser HD 202 Circumaural Closed Back Hi-Fi or DJ Monitoring Headphones:

        This was a gift for a family member. Seems happy with it. Price was reasonable.

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        5.0

        Excelent product

        By Polo Avila

        from Chihuahua, Chih.

        About Me Experienced

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Clear Sound
        • Compact
        • Easy To Use
        • Lightweight
        • Versatile

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Amateur Recording
          • Events
          • Home Studio

          Comments about Sennheiser HD 202 Circumaural Closed Back Hi-Fi or DJ Monitoring Headphones:

          Great product for the price

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          5.0

          Nice DJ Phones

          By Senn Phone user

          from Seattle WA

          About Me Experienced

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Clear Sound
          • Compact
          • Easy To Use
          • Lightweight

          Cons

          • Not exactly as advertsed

          Best Uses

          • Amateur Recording
          • Home Studio

          Comments about Sennheiser HD 202 Circumaural Closed Back Hi-Fi or DJ Monitoring Headphones:

          Nice sounding phones for [$]! The HD202's review elsewhere very well and I see why. The only issue I see is the they're promoted as circumaural, but they're not. The phones sit on top of your ears, but comfortable. Great buy!

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          5.0

          Excellent Quality, Excellent Price

          By Ian

          from Toronto, ON

          About Me Novice

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Clear Sound
          • Easy To Use

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Office Listenting

            Comments about Sennheiser HD 202 Circumaural Closed Back Hi-Fi or DJ Monitoring Headphones:

            I use these headphones in a sometimes noisy office environment and their great for keeping outside noise to a minimum -- and offer great audio quality too. I'm extremely happy with the value of this purchase.

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            4.0

            Excellent for the price

            By Vetoleduc

            from Gatineau Qc

            About Me Novice

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Clear Sound

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Events

              Comments about Sennheiser HD 202 Circumaural Closed Back Hi-Fi or DJ Monitoring Headphones:

              Excellent sound for general purpose,good base, well built, a little tight on the ears.

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              (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

               
              4.0

              Great for Long Listening Sessions!

              By desertkhaat

              from New York, NY

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              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Clear Sound
              • Easy To Use
              • Nice warmth clean sound

              Cons

              • Bulky/Heavy
              • No volume control

              Best Uses

              • Amateur Recording
              • Any long-time usage
              • Home Studio

              Comments about Sennheiser HD 202 Circumaural Closed Back Hi-Fi or DJ Monitoring Headphones:

              I bought these on the advice of a DJ friend of mine & I'm not disappointed! The sound is "warm" without losing its crispness, a nice bit of aural candy. The earpads are comfortable and don't add pressure or make the ears sore-this may or may not be the case with people with larger ears-so I would suggest testing them out first. I listen to headphones at work for hours, so this is a very important factor for me. I wish the headband was sturdier,thinner, and perhaps foldable or more compact. I would also suggest Sennheiser add a volume controller to the very generous cord of the HD202. All in all, a solid set of headphones that sound great & won't cost an arm or leg: what's not to love?

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              4.0

              Great value for the money!

              By John the Brain Fitness Guy

              from Kansas City, Missouri

              About Me Experienced

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Clear Sound
              • Comfortable
              • Good audio
              • Good fitting
              • Good price value
              • Lightweight
              • Versatile

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Amateur Recording
                • Classroom computer lab
                • Events
                • Home Studio

                Comments about Sennheiser HD 202 Circumaural Closed Back Hi-Fi or DJ Monitoring Headphones:

                We use this product in our Brain Fitness Center, so they receive pretty heavy daily use from a variety of people listening to cognitive training exercises at computer workstations. These Sennheiser phones are durable, and comfortable. They are adjusted daily to fit a large number of different sized people. They hold up well, and provide excellent sound transmission quality. I would highly recommend them.

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                4.0

                Good sound for the price

                By RP

                from NY

                About Me Novice

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Clear Sound
                • Easy To Use
                • Versatile

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                    Comments about Sennheiser HD 202 Circumaural Closed Back Hi-Fi or DJ Monitoring Headphones:

                    A great sound for the price, yes you can spend monies for high end but if an everyday user why risk damaging something expensive. I use these on computer, iPhone, portable satellite radio as well. I've bought ear buds before and yet I never find them comfortable to wear, not to mention they are not good for listening, those type tend to do more damage to your hearing.

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                    4.0

                    Good sound - a little too bulky

                    By dr b good

                    from Ledyard, CT

                    About Me Experienced

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Clear Sound
                    • Easy To Use

                    Cons

                    • Bulky/Heavy

                    Best Uses

                    • Events
                    • Home Studio

                    Comments about Sennheiser HD 202 Circumaural Closed Back Hi-Fi or DJ Monitoring Headphones:

                    These phones are good for me in a noisy environment, and the sound reproduction is good. They are a little bulky though.

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                    5.0

                    These Headphones are GREAT

                    By Swift Video

                    from Atlanta, GA

                    About Me Experienced

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Clear Sound
                    • Compact
                    • Easy To Use
                    • Versatile

                    Cons

                    • Too big to store comforta

                    Best Uses

                    • Events
                    • Home Studio
                    • Professional Recording

                    Comments about Sennheiser HD 202 Circumaural Closed Back Hi-Fi or DJ Monitoring Headphones:

                    I bought my first one about 3 years ago and liked it so much I'm buying another one. I am a videographer so I use them with my camera as well as with my iPod and while traveling.

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                    4.0

                    Good Quality. Comfortable.

                    By SeattleMarc

                    from Seattle

                    About Me Experienced

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Clear Sound
                    • Easy To Use
                    • Lightweight

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                        Comments about Sennheiser HD 202 Circumaural Closed Back Hi-Fi or DJ Monitoring Headphones:

                        Admittedly, I am not an extreme audiophile. However, I can say these headphones are comfortable, and highly functional. I like the sound. Additionally, I used these on a flight with my iphone white noise creator and completely drowned out a crying baby a few rows back. For the price, I think you'd be hard pressed to find better headphones of this style.

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                        4.0

                        Significantly different from predecessor

                        By Jhn

                        from Rochester, MN

                        About Me Experienced

                        Verified Buyer

                        Pros

                        • Clear Sound

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                            Comments about Sennheiser HD 202 Circumaural Closed Back Hi-Fi or DJ Monitoring Headphones:

                            I also own the Sennheiser 201 model and got this 202 for the office based on the comfort and decent sound of the 201. The 202 fits quite differently and cups/seals the ear much more snugly (a little less comfortable for me, but blocks ambient sound better). The over-the-head bridge is a little less sturdy than the 201. BUT, the sound quality of the 202 is outstanding. Very strong bass and clear treble. All-in-all, im happy.

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                            5.0

                            "Very comfortable and sturdy headphones"

                            By David B.

                            from Corona, CA

                            About Me Novice

                            Verified Buyer

                            Pros

                            • Clear Sound
                            • Easy To Use
                            • Lightweight

                            Cons

                            • Not Compact

                            Best Uses

                            • Home Studio

                            Comments about Sennheiser HD 202 Circumaural Closed Back Hi-Fi or DJ Monitoring Headphones:

                            Great product, the ear pillows are very soft. Cheap price and I greatly recommend them for their great bang for the buck. The only downside is that they do not fold to make for a compact size.

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                            4.0

                            Great Value for money!

                            By Ani

                            from Chicago

                            About Me Novice

                            Verified Buyer

                            Pros

                            • Clear Sound
                            • Lightweight
                            • Value for money

                            Cons

                            • Not loud enough

                            Best Uses

                            • Casual Music Listening
                            • Home Studio

                            Comments about Sennheiser HD 202 Circumaural Closed Back Hi-Fi or DJ Monitoring Headphones:

                            I use these with my laptop and also my mp3 player. The sound quality is great! One drawback is that, compared to my earlier creative earbuds, these are not loud enough. Also, prolonged use gives me a slight pain in the earlobes. But, I am in love with them and highly recommend these to a casual user like me. They are a steal for [$] bucks!

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                            5.0

                            Great buy for the money!

                            By Drew

                            from Clifton, NJ

                            About Me Novice

                            Verified Buyer

                            Pros

                            • Clear Sound
                            • Easy To Use
                            • Lightweight

                            Cons

                              Best Uses

                              • Amateur Recording
                              • Home Studio

                              Comments about Sennheiser HD 202 Circumaural Closed Back Hi-Fi or DJ Monitoring Headphones:

                              Great price for a highly rated, great sounding pair of headphones.

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                              5.0

                              Solid

                              By Ian

                              from Columbus, OH

                              About Me Novice

                              Verified Buyer

                              Pros

                              • Clear Sound
                              • Easy To Use
                              • Lightweight

                              Cons

                                Best Uses

                                • Home Studio

                                Comments about Sennheiser HD 202 Circumaural Closed Back Hi-Fi or DJ Monitoring Headphones:

                                I use these everyday at work to block out the surrounding noise. The sound quality is awesome, the comfort level is amazing, and the value is excellent.

                                Only thing I don't like, and I imagine this is true for all headphones this style, is that my ears get warm.

                                Would have no problem recommending this set to anyone.

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                                4.0

                                "Great Item!!"

                                By Drew

                                from Raleigh, NC

                                About Me Professional Musician

                                Verified Buyer

                                Pros

                                • Clear Sound
                                • Compact
                                • Easy To Use
                                • Lightweight

                                Cons

                                  Best Uses

                                  • Events
                                  • Home Studio
                                  • Mobile DJ
                                  • Performances

                                  Comments about Sennheiser HD 202 Circumaural Closed Back Hi-Fi or DJ Monitoring Headphones:

                                  I use this set of headphones mostly while tracking. I am a studio engineer. I like these also because the bleed it causes into the microphone when tracking vocals due to the design. I would recommend this item to anyone who is serious about audio engineering and just starting to build their studio. They are inexpensive, very durable, and sound great in most all applications.

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                                  4.0

                                  Good for the price

                                  By JM

                                  from Virginia City Highlands, NV

                                  About Me Experienced

                                  Verified Buyer

                                  Pros

                                  • Clear Sound
                                  • Easy To Use
                                  • Lightweight

                                  Cons

                                    Best Uses

                                    • Events

                                    Comments about Sennheiser HD 202 Circumaural Closed Back Hi-Fi or DJ Monitoring Headphones:

                                    These are good headphones for the price.

                                    However, they can be uncomfortable if you wear them for a long period of time.

                                    Most headphones that provide a seal are that way.

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