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Sennheiser RS 195 RF Wireless Headphone System
Last Updated: August 8, 2020 (Refresh Now)
7.4
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
551
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391
Unverified
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Usage
31hear, volume, easy, speech, settings
+87%
-13%
" ... Instantly a hit with my elderly father, who can now listen to football games while my mother is sleeping. ... "
" ... It wont let go any where in the house and still hear. ... "
" ... Simple yet ideal! ... I have had these going on 3 years now and they allow me to hear whats actually going on. ... All in all, a good investment for those who really want to hear whats going on. ... "
" ... Easy to install. ... Easy to use. ... And that is without me even using the hearing of speech feature. ... "
" ... Definitely a benefit for hearing impaired ... "
" ... Every function is operable and easy to use. ... "
" ... I couldn’t hear dialogue in movies because of background noise and this instantly solves this problem. ... "
" ... And the third mode I use to listen to music. ... "
Body
19comfortable, head, wear, ears, sennheiser
+79%
-21%
" ... It appears to be highly sensitive to the orientation of the right earpiece. ... "
" ... I've used this brand of headphones for years, but it got to the point that I couldn't make out certain lower tones in a program. ... "
" ... I got them because I have reduced hearing in my left ear (due to a SCUBA diving accident) and thought I might be able to jack up the input to the left headphone enough to make it seem like I was getting equal sensory reception from each ear. ... "
" ... These were an excellent set of headphones. ... I tried them out before sending them back, as she didn't want something she couldn't hear out of, and the quality and comfort of them were excellent. ... "
" ... These headphones are truly amazing and a quality of life change for me. ... "
" ... I wish the head wasn’t as snug but I have owned many wireless headphones and these work great. ... "
" ... The headphones are comfortable and fit completely over my ears. ... Looking up or down the headphones keep a snug fit. ... "
" ... The total package works and wears much better than most and I live with headphones on all day long. ... Over the ear comfort despite being a little heavy. ... "
Body / Comfort
16comfortable, head, wear, ears, sennheiser
+88%
-13%
" ... This item works for me,it’s comfortable around the ears and as far as the sound it’s of good quality. ... "
" ... I got them because I have reduced hearing in my left ear (due to a SCUBA diving accident) and thought I might be able to jack up the input to the left headphone enough to make it seem like I was getting equal sensory reception from each ear. ... "
" ... It appears to be highly sensitive to the orientation of the right earpiece. ... "
" ... Great sound but headphones fit is to tight, needs deeper ear pads and softer. ... "
" ... I've used this brand of headphones for years, but it got to the point that I couldn't make out certain lower tones in a program. ... "
" ... I assume it doesn't sound "accurate" but for my ears it sounds better than the flat output. ... "
" ... These headphones are truly amazing and a quality of life change for me. ... "
" ... The total package works and wears much better than most and I live with headphones on all day long. ... Over the ear comfort despite being a little heavy. ... "
Usage / Ease of Use
14setup, easy to install, super, easy to use, easy to set
+93%
-7%
" ... The sound quality is great, and they are super easy to connect! ... "
" ... Superb sound and very easy to set up and use ... "
" ... Every function is operable and easy to use. ... "
" ... The new controls on the phones are easy to find and distinguish by feel . ... "
" ... I won't repeat other reviews other than to say it exceeded my expectations, is easy to install and operate. ... "
" ... Works great, no static, easy setup. ... "
" ... Easy to install. ... Easy to use. ... "
" ... It is easy to set up. ... "
Usage / Calling
13hearing, speech, hearing loss, hearing aids, dialog
+77%
-23%
" ... I have had these going on 3 years now and they allow me to hear whats actually going on. ... All in all, a good investment for those who really want to hear whats going on. ... "
" ... I couldn’t hear dialogue in movies because of background noise and this instantly solves this problem. ... "
" ... Definitely a benefit for hearing impaired ... "
" ... It really helps if you are hearing impaired. ... "
" ... And that is without me even using the hearing of speech feature. ... "
" ... It wont let go any where in the house and still hear. ... "
" ... I now can hear all spoken words which allows me to follow along with my wife. ... "
" ... I bought this for my mum whose hearing isn’t the best and it is probably the most well loved present I’ve ever bought her. ... You can really hear every footstep, every rain drop. ... "
Sound
12noise, hearing, cancelling, cancellation, loud enough
+67%
-33%
" ... Noise cancellation better that Bose QC 35 II. ... "
" ... The clarity is great and absolutely no background noise at all. ... "
" ... Sound quality is very good, can turn the volume up while others listen at a low volume. ... "
" ... It is not noise cancelling but it is not meant to be. ... "
" ... When walking from room to room there is no break in the audio or static. ... "
" ... They work great for late nights or if you want to jack up the volume without disturbing the neighbors. ... "
" ... (Dolby DTS or better AFTER the noise cancelling circuit, not before. ... "
" ... I can watch the tv at the volume I like while others can listen through the tv. ... "
Price
12well worth, worth, worth the money, expensive, cost
+100%
" ... There was a significant difference between the sound quality between the 175 and 195 and these are well worth the money. ... "
" ... I know the RS 195 is expensive, but Amazon sells them at a big discount. ... "
" ... It is very well worth the cost and effort. ... "
" ... They are very well worth the investment. ... "
" ... Bad price, but they are still worth it! ... "
" ... Great product and price! ... "
" ... I Realy like these headphones However I think the RF175 sound just as good for a lot less money ... "
" ... mine were literally Brand spanking new and o got them for a fraction of the cost . ... "
Connectivity
12splitter, digital, tvs, set, optical
+83%
-17%
" ... I was able to get this function to work on over 10 different analogue sources ranging from my cell phone audio out, multiple TVs, receivers and computers/consoles. ... "
" ... You can receive audio from PC, TV and phone at the same time. ... "
" ... The new unit was easy to set up since it had digital input and did not require a digital-to-RCA adapter that I use on my RS140s so that I do not bypass the internal speakers on the TV. ... "
" ... The J-Tech SPDIF powered digital splitter solved the problem and is also sold by Amazon. ... One digital connection in and three digital connections out, couldn't be easier. ... "
" ... Also, I have Samsung TVs. ... "
" ... If you connect both pair of headphones at one time, customization disappears for both headsets. ... "
" ... Also, the latest new feature (only on the latest version of the 195's) is very nice: The phones automatically turn on when you take them off the stand. ... "
" ... I use an RF splitter bridging my headphones and the TV with the PlayStation or without the splitter and a direct connection to the Apple TV, depending if I am in my bedroom or the family room. ... Simple setup with a power adapter and an RF cable. ... "
Connectivity / Device Compatibility
9tvs, version, super, sound quality, set
+89%
-11%
" ... Also, I have Samsung TVs. ... "
" ... Also, the latest new feature (only on the latest version of the 195's) is very nice: The phones automatically turn on when you take them off the stand. ... "
" ... I was able to get this function to work on over 10 different analogue sources ranging from my cell phone audio out, multiple TVs, receivers and computers/consoles. ... "
" ... The sound quality is great, and they are super easy to connect! ... "
" ... If you connect both pair of headphones at one time, customization disappears for both headsets. ... "
" ... You can receive audio from PC, TV and phone at the same time. ... "
" ... My wife and I like totally different kinds of TV. ... So why not just use a set of Bluetooth headphones with my Bluetooth-enabled TV? ... "
" ... I use an RF splitter bridging my headphones and the TV with the PlayStation or without the splitter and a direct connection to the Apple TV, depending if I am in my bedroom or the family room. ... "
Usage / Controls
8settings, mode, hearing, button, control
+88%
-13%
" ... I'm also a fan of the 195's large buttons for raising\lowering the volume of the sound. ... "
" ... This setting is activated by choosing a profile, pressing the mode/level button for 2 seconds and the LED of the ear icon flashes 3 times. ... "
" ... Being able to mute background music is extremely useful. ... "
" ... This have good sound quality, and the ability to control some of the sound settings on the headphones is very convenient. ... "
" ... There are enough settings and adjustments to the system to make them work for almost anyone with any sort of hearing problem. ... "
" ... And the third mode I use to listen to music. ... "
" ... Also, their turning themselves on when removed from the cradle, and more easily accessible volume controls, put this already great device over the top. ... "
Sound / Volume
8hearing, loud enough, loud, impaired, sound quality
+50%
-50%
" ... A couple of days later, the sound volume returned but went south again just as soon as I turned the transmitter off. ... "
" ... Connected in this manner, there was inadequate volume. ... "
Service
8returned, refund, amazon, thank, policy
+25%
-75%
" ... Was able to return for refund. ... "
" ... Now trying to find out how to return!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ... "
" ... Returned it today ... "
" ... Amazon description was misleading, but thank God for their return policy. ... "
" ... Not going to waste my time on a second replacement. ... "
Service / Returns
7returned, refund, amazon, thank, policy
+14%
-86%
" ... Was able to return for refund. ... "
" ... Now trying to find out how to return!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! ... "
" ... Returned it today ... "
" ... Amazon description was misleading, but thank God for their return policy. ... "
" ... Not going to waste my time on a second replacement. ... "
Sound / Noise Cancellation
5cancelling, cancellation, hear, closed, clarity
+80%
-20%
" ... Noise cancellation better that Bose QC 35 II. ... "
" ... The clarity is great and absolutely no background noise at all. ... "
" ... It is not noise cancelling but it is not meant to be. ... "
" ... (Dolby DTS or better AFTER the noise cancelling circuit, not before. ... "
Product Reliability
4weeks, three, sometimes, since
+25%
-75%
" ... Anyway these rf 195 broke within the first three weeks I had them. ... "
" ... It worked sometimes and sometimes not. ... "
" ... I would give the switch about 100 cycles before internally shorting out. ... "
Connectivity / Ports
4digital, optical, setup, set, rca
+75%
-25%
" ... The new unit was easy to set up since it had digital input and did not require a digital-to-RCA adapter that I use on my RS140s so that I do not bypass the internal speakers on the TV. ... "
" ... The J-Tech SPDIF powered digital splitter solved the problem and is also sold by Amazon. ... One digital connection in and three digital connections out, couldn't be easier. ... "
" ... Simple setup with a power adapter and an RF cable. ... "
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