The Bottom Line
For a look at what is included with the PXC-450 headphones, check out a large photo.
Pros
- Good midrange and high frequency audio response,
- Very good noise cancellation feature.
- Comes with Carry Case
- Both standard 1/4-inch and mini-stereo plugs provided.
- Detachable audio cable.
Cons
- Expensive compared to similar headphones from other makers.
- Rather large for traveling.
- Lackluster low frequency response.
Description
- Headphones featuring Circumaural design. This means that the headphones cover the entire outer surface of the ears.
- Sennheiser Adaptive baffle damping and patented Duofol™ diaphragm technology.
- Sennheiser Switchable NoiseGard™ 2.0 provides improved reduction of exterior ambient noise.
- Active/bypass mode for use as a noise cancelling or closed-back audiophile headphone.
- TalkThrough function for easy communication with the people around you while wearing the headphones.
- Volume control function on headphone.
- Single-sided, detachable cable and replaceable ear pads for extended operating life.
- Foldable design allows compact packing into travel case.
- Additional accessories provided include: transport case, 1/4" and mini-stereo audio adapters, and two AAA batteries.
- 2 year limited warranty
Guide Review - Sennheiser PXC-450 Noise Canceling Travel Headphones - Product Review
In terms of Stereo and Surround imaging (using the Silent Cinema function on the Yamaha HTR-5490 Receiver), the PXC-450 actually did very well, and was easily on par with the comparison headphones used, except for lower end frequency output levels.
In addition, the PXC-450 does offer some practical features:
First - It is a full-size headphone that fits very comfortably over your entire ears and can be worn for extended periods of time without discomfort.
Second - Even though the headphones are rather large for traveling, they fold up very nicely and come with a travel case.
Third - The PXC-450 has a Switchable noise cancellation circuit that decreases exterior noise significantly.
Taking in all factors, I give the Sennheiser PXC-450 a rating of 3.5 Stars out of 5.
Components used in this review:
Headphones Used for Comparison - Koss Pro4AAA Headphones, Shure E3c Sound Isolating Stereo Earphones.
Home Theater Receiver - Yamaha HTR-5490 Home Theater Receiver with Silent Cinema Headphone output.
CD Player - Denon DCM-370 CD Player.
DVD Player - OPPO Digital DV-981HD DVD/SACD/DVD-Audio Player.
