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Sennheiser Urbanite XL (Sand Colour) Over-Ear Headphones for iPhone/iPad/iPod $109.95 Delivered (RRP $299.95) @ Sennheiser

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NOTE THESE ARE THE iPad/iPhone/iPod version. I don't know exactly what that entails, but please check for compatibility with your devices first.

Literature Review:
Some in past deals have said that these are boomy/bass-heavy - not sure how they stack up fidelity-wise, but this seemed like a good deal when I stumbled upon it, down from $299.95, although a quick search reveals that these can regularly be found for less.

Past comments have also mentioned that the resilience of the head size sliding adjusters may not be all that robust over time.

On a positive note, one OzBargainer is quoted as mentioning that these may have ranked 3rd in a past Choice Magazine comparison.

From the Website:

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Over Ear Headphones
URBANITE XL (Sand, i)

Let your ears be loved: Sennheiser’s new over-ear headphones URBANITE XL delivers unique style and an intense club sound on the move – serving up massive bass but with Sennheiser’s uncompromising audio expertise ensuring excellent clarity across all frequencies.

What's in the box?
URBANITE XL mobile stereo headphones
Detachable cable with in-line remote control and integrated microphone (for Apple or Samsung Galaxy depending on variant)
Soft pouch
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OP's Comment
I personally came across these in my hunt for a pair of reasonably priced (about ~$100 was my initial ballpark, ruling out the QC35's) and good sounding over-ears that I could use both at work and on my commute to drown out sound and take calls with. If any suggestions for alternatives exist, please let me know

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closed Comments

  • Probably a third of RRP due to them being hard to shift , they are not wireless, that seems to be what most headphone buyers want today.

  • These are a great deal if you do not want wireless. The iphone/ipad etc just relates to the play/pause etc controls on the cable, you will be able to listen fine on any other device.

    • I have grown fond of the ability to play/pause and end calls with that button on headphones in the past, volume never bothered me. I am on a Samsung Galaxy, so I would be hesitant to buy without confirmation of the above functionality first. Thanks for feedback on the quality of the cans :)

      • +1

        My ios momentums pause and play on android

      • +1

        The Android/iOS compatibility is a function of the cable/cable mounted remote. These have removable cables with a 2.5mm TRS interface at the headphone end. An android remote cable (e.g. https://www.amazon.com/Replacement-Headphones-LANMU-Braided-…) should be able to be substituted for the iOS cable to provide Android remote functionality.

  • +3
    • Those Binglee phones are the on ear versions. Not the same, not as good :)

  • +1

    Wearing a pair on the bus now. This iOS model still lets me pause music and unpause music on my Nexus 5 (Spotify), but the volume buttons don't function. No biggy. Good price for these cans.

  • +1

    The price jumps to $239.95 as soon as you go to pick any option, including the iphone one, Which ones are $109?

    I use the sand coloured version of these for about 3 hours a day at least - they are great.
    Not too bassy, however i did come from Beats soo.. honestly much better, the highs are clear, and the bass isnt too much.
    Ive had them about a year and a half now, the sliders are fine, only move sometimes if i am running my heart out for the train, otherwise not an issue.

    Its not letting me link, but you can get the Urbanite XL in their outlet store for $99 - they have alot of refurbed headphones going for quite cheap

    • Only the sand is $109, sand or blue i am deciding. do the sand look gold?

      • My apologies, i didnt see that.
        They do look a little gold-ish a little brown-ish, but not really, its hard to explain, but its a really nice neutral colour

  • +1

    Bass: Emphasized
    Midrange: Recessed
    Treble: Recessed

    Just if anyone is curious on how these sounds ;)

    Reviews -
    https://www.reddit.com/r/headphones/comments/2ng288/sennheis…

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SB0BRYskmPA

    • Thanks for sharing your experience and the links!

  • +1

    This is what it should always sell for considering that they are $69.95 on the US amazon.

    https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-Urbanite-XL-Over-Ear-Headp…

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