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- Advanced acoustic system with powerful neodymium magnets and lightweight diaphragms for a lifelike stereo sound experience
- 2 Sleek black/metallic finish
- Premium metallic components and exchangeable ear pads for superior performance and durability
- Carrying pouch included for easy storage and protection
- Optimised for iPod, iPhone, MP3 and CD players
- 2-year warranty
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Sennheiser HD 238 high-quality on-ear stereo headphones with open-air design for detailed sound reproduction. The HD 238 Precision marks the first attempt by Sennheiser to introduce an open-type headphone in this product range. This feature gives it the best possible sound performance and also makes it ideal for listening in both indoor and outdoor environments. Not to forget, the product’s metallic elements further add to its strength and durability. The key differentiation of the HD 238 is its exceptional sound quality. The headphone features a specially tuned acoustics system which gives all-round clarity to the music reproduction (deep bass and clear highs).
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35 of 36 people found the following review helpful
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I've had a pair of noise cancelling headphones for a while, the Audio Technica ATH-ANC7. They are really great, and the sound is pretty much perfect. The downsides are that they aren't very portable, i'm worried about damaging them and they need power.
The Sennheiser HD238's are exactly the things that my other headphones aren't. They are nice and slim, come in a small pouch, easier to throw in my backpack and don't require power.
The HD238's provide good sound quality, can cope well with a good range of volumes and have a sweet bassy sound. Everything sounds great! If you're using them in a peaceful environment that is.
I recently used them on the train for a three hour journey, and although extremely comfortable, the design naturally lets sound in and out. It's almost as if they were designed to leak sound. I could quite easily hear other people in the train carriage and I was concerned about how loud my sound was.
These are the most comfortable headphones I have ever used, but the comfort comes at a price. The on-ear headphones don't really stay on very well when leaning forward / looking down and I definitely wouldn't recommend them for running. The headphone adjustments don't feel very reassuring when extending to the right length for my ears.
If you're looking for something to use for a long time whilst sitting / standing in a quiet empty environment then these are perfect. Anything involving movement or crowded environments and this might not be your bag. At this price, i'd spend the extra for noise cancelling!
The Sennheiser HD238's are exactly the things that my other headphones aren't. They are nice and slim, come in a small pouch, easier to throw in my backpack and don't require power.
The HD238's provide good sound quality, can cope well with a good range of volumes and have a sweet bassy sound. Everything sounds great! If you're using them in a peaceful environment that is.
I recently used them on the train for a three hour journey, and although extremely comfortable, the design naturally lets sound in and out. It's almost as if they were designed to leak sound. I could quite easily hear other people in the train carriage and I was concerned about how loud my sound was.
These are the most comfortable headphones I have ever used, but the comfort comes at a price. The on-ear headphones don't really stay on very well when leaning forward / looking down and I definitely wouldn't recommend them for running. The headphone adjustments don't feel very reassuring when extending to the right length for my ears.
If you're looking for something to use for a long time whilst sitting / standing in a quiet empty environment then these are perfect. Anything involving movement or crowded environments and this might not be your bag. At this price, i'd spend the extra for noise cancelling!
31 of 32 people found the following review helpful
I prefer open phones as I often listen for a long time and get hot ears. I discovered the HD238s at my local Apple store, and promptly bought a pair (that night, from amazon of course) as they sounded virtually indistinguishable from the much dearer Bose phones they usually have on display. I was sure they'd out do my PX100s.
Having had them several months now, I don't expect to be using them much. IMHO, they're ok at medium volume, but sound a little muffled and emphasise the bass too much at that sound level for my liking. They are intended for portables, and the Amazon description says they are "Optimised for iPod, iPhone, MP3 and CD playerss". I'd guess this means they empahise certain frequencies to somehow accenuate the experince of listening to compressed music on the move, like in a semi-noisey environments. Just a guess, I know, but the description must mean something.
Again, in the Apple store they sounded great - and they still do if I ever feel like blowing the cobwebs out of my head. But they also (still) seem to distort high frequencies occasionally (most irritating) and when I'm listening quietly to FLACs or CDs at home after a short while I start rummaging for my old PX100s or my daughter's Koss Porta Pros as they don't sound detailed enough to me. Both these much cheaper phones seem to sound clearer to me. Which leaves me still looking for a low/mid-range priced phone.
For anyone who already owns the PX100s, or similar but cheaper Koss Porta Pros, I'd recommend skipping this phone as in my view the improvements it offers (greater bass, overall bigger phone sound) are outweighed by its drawbacks (slight muffling and some distorting of high frequencies, and not so suited to slinging in a rucksack). This is all of course very subjective - and above all I would heartily suggest that if you're thinking of getting this phone you either resign yourself to taking a chance (some reviews put it on a par with the dearer Denon AH D1001) or find a way to trial it at and a variety of volumes. Don't do as I did and be persuaded only by listening to La Bamba at full blast in a noisy Apple store unless that is what you're after in phone.
Having had them several months now, I don't expect to be using them much. IMHO, they're ok at medium volume, but sound a little muffled and emphasise the bass too much at that sound level for my liking. They are intended for portables, and the Amazon description says they are "Optimised for iPod, iPhone, MP3 and CD playerss". I'd guess this means they empahise certain frequencies to somehow accenuate the experince of listening to compressed music on the move, like in a semi-noisey environments. Just a guess, I know, but the description must mean something.
Again, in the Apple store they sounded great - and they still do if I ever feel like blowing the cobwebs out of my head. But they also (still) seem to distort high frequencies occasionally (most irritating) and when I'm listening quietly to FLACs or CDs at home after a short while I start rummaging for my old PX100s or my daughter's Koss Porta Pros as they don't sound detailed enough to me. Both these much cheaper phones seem to sound clearer to me. Which leaves me still looking for a low/mid-range priced phone.
For anyone who already owns the PX100s, or similar but cheaper Koss Porta Pros, I'd recommend skipping this phone as in my view the improvements it offers (greater bass, overall bigger phone sound) are outweighed by its drawbacks (slight muffling and some distorting of high frequencies, and not so suited to slinging in a rucksack). This is all of course very subjective - and above all I would heartily suggest that if you're thinking of getting this phone you either resign yourself to taking a chance (some reviews put it on a par with the dearer Denon AH D1001) or find a way to trial it at and a variety of volumes. Don't do as I did and be persuaded only by listening to La Bamba at full blast in a noisy Apple store unless that is what you're after in phone.
18 of 19 people found the following review helpful
I bought these headphones to replace my close-type Sennheisers. HD 238 has a terrific life-like sound which surrounds you and provide a perfect range. Bass is very deep and strong, mid/high ranges are very clear and crisp. I am amazed with the sound, and truly satisfied.
The build quality is perfect, lots of nice touches like metal trims, high-quality cloth padding. HD 238 is one of the most comfortable headphones that I ever tried. It is lightweight and perfectly sized, sits on your head comfortably. Single side cable is a perfect touch to the design.
Just note that HD 238 is an open air headphone and leaks sound both ways (but thanks to this design the sound is crisper and bass is deeper than closed types). If you are a commuter I suggest you to go for HD 218 or 228...
The build quality is perfect, lots of nice touches like metal trims, high-quality cloth padding. HD 238 is one of the most comfortable headphones that I ever tried. It is lightweight and perfectly sized, sits on your head comfortably. Single side cable is a perfect touch to the design.
Just note that HD 238 is an open air headphone and leaks sound both ways (but thanks to this design the sound is crisper and bass is deeper than closed types). If you are a commuter I suggest you to go for HD 218 or 228...
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Sennheiser HD 238 Earphones
These are very comfortable earphones, with a punchy bass sound,a good middle for voices, and a slightly laid back treble section. Read more
Published 13 days ago by Jos
Awesome headphones, unbeatable price.
I read many reviews in regards to headphones in the £20-50 price range. From what I read these seemed like the best overall and I can confirm they really are. Read more
Published 20 days ago by J. Williams
Sennheiser quality as always
I've been a firm supporter of Sennheiser headphones for some time, I trust their quality and the HD 238's are certainly no different. Read more
Published 4 months ago by DavidB
Not built to resist
I've been using these headphones for almost one year now. They are quite confortable and I liked them until now, that i've lost the left side. Read more
Published 4 months ago by johnpeachtree
Outstanding headphones
The HD-238's are an outstanding pair of headphones. Bass is well defined, has weight and depth, has mid-range clarity and crystal clear treble. Read more
Published 4 months ago by RS
Great - but with limited use.
I ordered these after reading many positive reviews on various websites, including Amazon. I have to say that they are great headphones, but to get the bet out of them, you really... Read more
Published 5 months ago by Docbiker
It might be German but don't let that fool you
I bought these headphones as they were on sale for £26 instead of the £70-£75 RRP. When i got them the sound was really tinny and barely audible. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Silver Arrow
Worth the money
Bought these after the brand was recommend by a friend. They give clear sounds, contain noise well and are very comfertable to wear. I'd recommend them too.
Published 5 months ago by Jess38
quality headphones
this is the second pair I bought. First pair developed a loose connection so worth keeping the receipt in casee you encounter the same problem. Read more
Published 5 months ago by djones
Great Quality Sound
These headphones do leak a bit of sound and let sound in so do not expect to experience full blockage of outside noise. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Ellen
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