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Koss Porta Pro Stereophones 3 5 mm Jack for iPhone iPad iPod MP3 Players Samsung Smartphones Black Silver
Last Updated: May 5, 2019 (Refresh Now)
7.3
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Sound Quality
28headphones, listening, leak, retro, money
+93%
-7%
" ... very good value, good sound,used them a lot until plug gave up ... "
" ... The sound is quite good, they may get better once I have used them for a while. ... "
" ... However this is an openback design meaning sound will leak which can be irritating at times since I'd rather not have people hear my music. ... In general I never use this for outside use due to the sound leaking which defeats the purpose of the portability aspect but that's just me in particular. ... "
" ... I mainly listen to classical music, so many headphones on the market don't suit. ... "
" ... Considering the price and its satisfactory good sound (especially considering its price), I would highly recommend. ... "
" ... Excellent quality and sound ... "
" ... Not sure what other people are hearing when they say the sound quality on these is excellent for the price - I found them pretty terrible, with muddy, unbalanced bass and poor definition overall. ... Would advise listening to these beforehand somewhere before buying if you primarily care about sound quality, as the pair I received just didn't deliver. ... "
" ... Reliable, foldable headphones with open sound. ... Can hear around you while listening to music. ... Detail freaks may want more, but these will do the job for the vast majority of people wanting to just enjoy their music. ... "
Comfort
15headband, wearing, koss, portapro, pair of headphones
+100%
" ... I have been using these for over 20 years, and for all that time I have been looking for a pair of "over ear" headphones, as the only drawback of the PortaPro is that they sit against your ear and after 8 hours or so can get a bit uncomfortable. ... So go ahead and buy these, but be warned, if you want some with the same sonic performance, but more comfortable, you will need to go seriously high end. ... "
" ... Great headphones if you can't stand in-ear technology - these are a replacement set for the ones being 'borrowed' by my son. ... "
" ... Also I have a huge head which thankfully didn't cause problems since opening it the whole way through was actually a perfect fit. ... Overall great headphones and I don't regret my purchase. ... "
" ... I'm glad to read that they are covered with a lifetime warranty with Koss because they are fantastically lightweight, comfortable, and fold up to next to nothing in a nice little faux-leathery pouch. ... "
" ... I have been using the same pair of headphones for over ten years and although I've got several other sets of headphones including some expensive Grado ones these still sound the best and the customer service from Koss has been exceptional. ... "
" ... Although the headphones sound great, the headband is really frisky and sometimes hard to adjust. ... "
" ... Th unusual head adjustment means that they can be made comfortable. ... "
" ... The headband still does the same thing. ... "
Price
11headphones, money, value for money, sound quality, portapro
+91%
-9%
" ... Yes the only headphones that better the £35 Koss PortaPro cost £550 - or more . ... "
" ... The sound quality for the price is second to none. ... "
" ... Bang for buck I should say. ... "
" ... Probably the best lightweight foldables on the market. ... "
" ... *Bought in 2009 for £17.99 so great value ... "
" ... The best headphones in that price range. ... "
" ... This is by far the best value. ... "
" ... The best Headphones for this Price ... "
Headphones
11headphone, porta, koss, jack, ipod
+100%
" ... Reliable, foldable headphones with open sound. ... "
" ... As they 'open backed' there is no sound isolation - that is not the deal with this kind of headphone. ... "
" ... Best headphones I've ever owned - even in comparison to really expensive ones. ... "
" ... Really good headphones. ... "
" ... No portable headphones come close to these in my opinion, and I have tried many ! ... "
" ... Koss "PORTA PRO" Stereophones (3.5 mm Jack) for iPhone/iPad/iPod/MP3 Players/Samsung/Smartphones - Black|Silver ... "
" ... A headphone classic and deservedly so . ... "
For Running
5use, pair of headphones, pair, koss, gym
+100%
" ... Best headphones I've ever owned - even in comparison to really expensive ones. ... "
" ... Great quality headphones, the 5th pair I have owned. ... "
" ... I have been using the same pair of headphones for over ten years and although I've got several other sets of headphones including some expensive Grado ones these still sound the best and the customer service from Koss has been exceptional. ... "
Bass
5treble, mids, highs, balanced
+100%
" ... You can buy better sounding phones - the Pros lack low bass and high treble, but still sound balanced and articulate. ... "
" ... With a bass cut and treble lift through use of tone controls or equalization, these sound very nice for the price on all types of music. ... The bass is extended for an inexpensive 'phone and the treble will never sting. ... "
" ... Treble is kinda tinny and not much sub-bass to it, but the Mids are great. ... "
" ... Excellent bass, clear treble, very comfortable - even for long periods. ... "
Build Quality
5metal, flimsy, build quality, sound quality, folding
+40%
-60%
" ... The build quality is also poor, they feel exceptionally flimsy and the little switches on the sides were already half-broken. ... "
" ... The 2 plastic sliding connectors on the headband broke rendering them useless. ... Unfortunately they broke in exactly the same way. ... "
Frequencies
4treble, mids, highs, balanced
+100%
" ... You can buy better sounding phones - the Pros lack low bass and high treble, but still sound balanced and articulate. ... "
" ... With a bass cut and treble lift through use of tone controls or equalization, these sound very nice for the price on all types of music. ... Played without the EQ the sound is pleasant but somewhat heavy and lacking in detail. ... "
" ... Treble is kinda tinny and not much sub-bass to it, but the Mids are great. ... "
Cables
4wires, jack, headphones
+50%
-50%
" ... But it was not meant to be- after about 11-12 days, they just stopped working - no sound from either ear - wobbling / bending the cable made no difference - just completely dead as a dead parrot. ... "
" ... *Wires easily get damaged ... "
For Travel
3fold
+100%
" ... This feature together with the 'open back' means that these are best for home or (maybe) office use but certainly not for traveling. ... "
" ... I would certainly use these for travelling. ... "
" ... Fold up small and are ideal for home or travelling. ... "
Ease of Use
3drive, sound, simple, recommendation, pair
+100%
" ... I like the easy going sound of this headphone and would make a qualified recommendation. ... "
" ... It’s easy to listen to. ... Very simple pair to drive and compact to. ... "
Product Reliability
3years, pairs, pair
+33%
-67%
" ... I have owned two pairs of these and both have broken. ... "
" ... *Bought in 2009 but gave up after multiple replacements had the same issues ... "
Call quality
3voice, porta, listening, going on around, call
+100%
" ... Can hear around you while listening to music. ... "
" ... The Porta Pro sound great and are very light on the ears, but they still allow you to hear your voice naturally while speaking, unlike the muffled 'inside the head' drone of a closed phone. ... "
Size
3transport, fold
+100%
" ... I would certainly use these for travelling. ... "
" ... Fold up small and are ideal for home or travelling. ... "
" ... No issues with the seller, nor with the transport ... "
Design
3retro, design
+67%
-33%
" ... Plus side is the retro look and folding design. ... "
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