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Sennheiser RS 170
Now you can enjoy your home cinema even more. This wireless headphone system delivers just the powerful sound audiophile home cineasts have waited for – plus impressive surround sound.
- Experience big picture sound at home without having to move any furniture
- Let the Dynamic Bass and Surround Sound listening modes dazzle you
- After the show, just put the headphones back on the “easy-charge” cradle of the multi-purpose transmitter
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Action! Just plug the transmitter into your output device (i. e. amplifier) switch on the wireless headphones and you have created your personal 80 m deep (line of sight) sound zone. Virtual soundscapes built on a powerful bass unfold for you – and for your friends, if you’re generous enough. The transmitter can serve up to four pairs of headphones.
Features
- Closed, circum-aural digital wireless headphones with Kleer's uncompressed audio transmission
- Dynamic transducer systems with powerful neodymium magnets for clear and detailed audio reproduction
- Multi-purpose transmitter - also functions as 'easy-charge' cradle and docking station
- Multi-receiver transmission - up to 4 people listening to the same source
- Dynamic Bass and Surround Sound listening modes
- Ergonomic and adjustable headband for an excellent and secure fit
- Leatherette earpads and headband cushions for outstanding comfort
- No set-up required – just plug and play!
Did you notice?
This headphone system features the digital wireless audio transmission by Kleer, using no compression at all, delivering a full-bodied and detailed sound. Sennheiser recommends this headphone for...
...all movie lovers who want a sound from their system as vivid and impressive as Cinemascope.
Compatibility
The HDR 170 headphones and the TX 170 transmitter can be connected to any line-out jack of mobile or home audio devices.
Why Sennheiser?
For over 60 years every Sennheiser mic or headphone comes with a built-in mission: to stay true to the sound and soul the music was given by its artist. From the fragile intimacy of a whispered word to the deep and dark punch of an attacking bassline. Sennheiser delivers pure emotion and excitement. A quality that has convinced a broad spectrum of artists and of course music lovers all over the world. Sennheiser offers a great experience for everyone who really wants to hear.
 RS 110 |  RS 120 |  RS 160 |  RS 170 |  RS 180 | |
| Suitable for | TV/Hi-FI | TV/Hi-FI | TV/Hi-FI | TV/Hi-FI | TV/Hi-FI |
| Wearing Style | Open, supra-aural | Open, supra-aural | Closed, circum-aural digital wireless headphones | Closed, circum-aural digital wireless headphones | Open, circum-aural digital wireless headphones |
| Functionality | Control elements conveniently positioned to provide easy, intuitive operation | Control elements conveniently positioned to provide easy, intuitive operation | Compact portable transmitter with multi-receiver capability. (up to 4 people listening to the same audio source) Digital Volume Control with Mute function. | Dynamic Bass and Surround Sound listening modes. Multi-receiver transmission - Up to 4 people listening to the same source | Automatic level control for optimum audio levels Balance control for right/left volume adjustment. Multi-receiver transmission - Up to 4 people listening to the same source |
| Range | 100m | 100m | 20m line of sight | 80m line of sight | 100m line of sight |
| Transmission | FM with Three selectable RF channels | FM with Three selectable RF channels | Kleer Audio's uncompressed digital wireless audio transmission. No set-up required – just plug and play. | Kleer Audio's uncompressed digital wireless audio transmission. No set-up required – just plug and play. | Kleer Audio's uncompressed digital wireless audio transmission. No set-up required – just plug and play. |
| Power | AAA batteries - NiMH batteries charger sold seperatly | Transmitter with metal cradle for storing and recharging the headphones. (Optional wall mounting of transmitter possible) | 2 AAA NiMH rechargeable batteries included. Multi-country charger | 2 AAA NiMH rechargeable batteries included. Multi-purpose transmitter - Also functions as 'easy-charge' cradle and docking station | 2 AAA NiMH rechargeable batteries included. Multi-purpose transmitter - Also functions as 'easy-charge' cradle and docking station |
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54 of 54 people found the following review helpful
By R. Griffin
Just so the first part of the review isn't negative, I'll write it in reverse. I love them. I've been using them mainly for music (prog-rock/rock/pop/dance/rap/rnb... varied taste ;) ). They're very light and comfortable on the head, the sound is well defined across the spectrum, although they have virtually no response below 40Hz. The audio is clear at low volume, and doesn't distort when I turn them up - I'm not sure of the top volume, but they go loud enough for me to want to rip them away from my ears without much noticeable distortion, or sounding too harsh. I haven't got any other good headphones to compare them to, but I can safely say they thrash my Bose Tri-Port earphones, and they give comparable sound to my ~£700 HiFi setup (Wharfedale Diamond 9.1, Cambridge Audio Azure 340A amp, CA DacMagic and mordaunt short alumni9 sub). They're plugged into the Tape output of the amplifier. Can't comment on battery life as I haven't listened for more than 3-4 hours at a time so far. They come with GP 600mAh 'AAA' batteries though, so it will be easy to upgrade them to some good duracell rechargeables.
The main complaint about them seems to be the placement of the volume/power buttons. This isnt really a problem at all - there is a row of three buttons and its easy to feel the ends of the row. The up volume is at the back or the row, the down at the front. simple as. I've only turned them off accidentally twice, and that was when I first used them.
The range is decent. my uni halls have lots of brick walls, but it still covers the whole flat. Between my room and the kitchen there is one room, the shower, the toilet and the cleaners cupboard, all with brick walls, and I get good reception in the kitchen. That's through 5 4" walls.... Read more ›
The main complaint about them seems to be the placement of the volume/power buttons. This isnt really a problem at all - there is a row of three buttons and its easy to feel the ends of the row. The up volume is at the back or the row, the down at the front. simple as. I've only turned them off accidentally twice, and that was when I first used them.
The range is decent. my uni halls have lots of brick walls, but it still covers the whole flat. Between my room and the kitchen there is one room, the shower, the toilet and the cleaners cupboard, all with brick walls, and I get good reception in the kitchen. That's through 5 4" walls.... Read more ›
104 of 105 people found the following review helpful
By M. Seath
Amazon Verified Purchase
As a long term Sennheiser fan I tried these 'phones for myself, after some lengthy research, and can confirm that they are excellent. As soon as I started listening to a film using the surround setting I was hooked, and yes I "listened" to the film. I have a fair home cinema system but these 'phones beat the speakers. The experience is totally immersive and the set up ridiculously easy; take them out of the box plug in to power source, charge batteries, plug in to sound source, switch on and listen. The 'phones are easy to adjust for sound and fit and are light and comfortable to wear. They are not the cheapest wireless 'phones on the market but the quality is superb and the added benefit of increaed domestic harmony as I listen to loud films while everyone else sleeps makes them all the more worth while.
52 of 53 people found the following review helpful
Amazon Verified Purchase
I've had the RS130's and were very good
But i bought The 170's and ...wow!
Crystal clear sound no hiss at all
The only gripe is that the buttons on the headset are tiny and sooooo close together
why were they designed like this? I have slim fingers and can cope, but anyone with fatter fingers will struggle
It'll take some getting use to, but the performance of these headphones far outway a minor niggle
But i bought The 170's and ...wow!
Crystal clear sound no hiss at all
The only gripe is that the buttons on the headset are tiny and sooooo close together
why were they designed like this? I have slim fingers and can cope, but anyone with fatter fingers will struggle
It'll take some getting use to, but the performance of these headphones far outway a minor niggle
21 of 21 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars
Brilliant way to listen to TV all over the house and not disturb others
21 Jun 2010
These headphones are great and do just what I needed them to. I live in a flat which is relatively small but has thick walls and I have never had any problem receiving crystal clear audio any where in the home. For long sessions listening I started to find them a little uncomfortable after an hour or so initially but perhaps that was me just getting used to them as now a month or so in, I feel perfectly comfortable wearing them at least that long.
I also use them for listening to audio (usually 6Music on DAB through TV) and for that too I find they serve perfectly well - with no noticeable loss of audio quality.
One warning, there is a noise attenuation feature which was enabled by default on my set. If watching a film with quiet passages this can be especially annoying as the sound will just drop out completely during these sections (i.e breaks in speech and all other sounds except background). There is a little slider switch on the back of the unit to disable this feature and as soon as I did this hey presto - they became the perfect listening solution to avoid disturbing my other half when my choice of listening / viewing isn't to her tastes. This is especially brilliant for watching football matches undisturbed. very happy with this product.
I also use them for listening to audio (usually 6Music on DAB through TV) and for that too I find they serve perfectly well - with no noticeable loss of audio quality.
One warning, there is a noise attenuation feature which was enabled by default on my set. If watching a film with quiet passages this can be especially annoying as the sound will just drop out completely during these sections (i.e breaks in speech and all other sounds except background). There is a little slider switch on the back of the unit to disable this feature and as soon as I did this hey presto - they became the perfect listening solution to avoid disturbing my other half when my choice of listening / viewing isn't to her tastes. This is especially brilliant for watching football matches undisturbed. very happy with this product.
19 of 19 people found the following review helpful
By M. Beckett
I am profoundly deaf, without hearing aids I'm lost.
Like so many people with hearing difficulties I keep buying headphones in the hope I shall at last be able to hear the TV or audio properly, only to be so often disappointed.
So many wired or wireless headphones produce too little, or too muffled sound or produce it at such power it hurts.
I need really crisp sound without a tremendous bass. The RS 170's do not disappoint - they are THE best wireless headphones I've ever had, they are just wonderful. Even better than the excellent RS 140's they replace.
On top of that the closed back design means my wife can listen to sound from speakers without the additional echo of delayed sound from my headphones.
So whilst not nowadays an audiophile, for people like me, these are well worth the money in every sense.
Mike Retyred
Like so many people with hearing difficulties I keep buying headphones in the hope I shall at last be able to hear the TV or audio properly, only to be so often disappointed.
So many wired or wireless headphones produce too little, or too muffled sound or produce it at such power it hurts.
I need really crisp sound without a tremendous bass. The RS 170's do not disappoint - they are THE best wireless headphones I've ever had, they are just wonderful. Even better than the excellent RS 140's they replace.
On top of that the closed back design means my wife can listen to sound from speakers without the additional echo of delayed sound from my headphones.
So whilst not nowadays an audiophile, for people like me, these are well worth the money in every sense.
Mike Retyred
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5.0 out of 5 stars
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Writing this whilst listening to the RS 170.
Awesome sound straight from the box let alone when they are run in. Read more
Awesome sound straight from the box let alone when they are run in. Read more
Published 2 months ago by ARCHGOOG
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Wow!
The sound and its delivery is just awesome. The headphones are light and comfortable, and closed construction means that the sound barely leaks out, thereby allowing the wearer to... Read more
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