Sennheiser HD 2.20s Specifications, Tests and Review

Headphone type
On-ear
Connectivity
Wired
Frequency Response
18 - 18000 Hz
Sensitivity
117 dB
Impedance
26 Ohm
Microphone
On-cable

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Sennheiser HD 2.20s Full Specifications and Details

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DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Sennheiser HD 2.20s
Product Type Headphones - wired - 3.5 mm jack
Series HD 2.0
Weight 246 g Worse than 72 % of headphones rated.
Colour Black
Recommended Use Portable electronics

The Sennheiser HD 2.20s are wired headphones. In the case of studio and professional DJ headphones, a wired connection is a standard and a necessity. In this case, connecting via cable reduces audio transmission delays and prevents unwanted battery drain as it would be in case of wireless headphones. The same is de facto true for gaming headsets. In case of headphones for normal music listening, the cable is rather a relic, although it still has its fans. However, the wireless option is much more popular for everyday use in today’s world.

The headphones are designed as on-ear. On-ear headphones are generally lighter. However, their design has fewer isolation capabilities, and therefore, for example, more sound can be let in and out compared to around-ear headphones. The weight of the headphones is 246 g.

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SOUND QUALITY Sennheiser HD 2.20s
Headphones Form Factor On-ear
Ear Cups Type Closed
Connectivity Technology Wired
Sound Output Mode Stereo
Frequency Response 18 - 18000 Hz Worse than 86 % of headphones rated.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) 0.5% Better than 56 % of headphones rated.
Sensitivity 117 dB Better than 94 % of headphones rated.
Impedance 26 Ohm
In-Cord Volume Control Yes

The sound quality can be affected by many factors. For many users the frequency range is a key feature of headphones. The wider the range, the more detail and nuance you will hear while listening. However, every individual perceives frequencies differently, so the frequency range of headphones varies according to individual needs. The average person perceives frequencies in the range of 16 to 20,000 Hz, so headphones with a frequency range of 20 to 20,000 Hz are most commonly available. If you are looking for headphones with a good bass performance, you should aim for lower range values (bass represents frequencies up to about 256 Hz), while high range values (frequencies roughly above 2,048 Hz) will be better for reproducing high tones. The frequency range of headphones Sennheiser HD 2.20s is 18 - 18000 Hz. The headphone's sensitivity determines how effectively they can receive a signal from a source. The higher the sensitivity of the headphones, the louder they can play at lower power consumption. However, at high volumes, power consumption increases, which can be a problem when listening to music from a cell phone. A sensitivity value of around 85 dB is suitable for quiet environments, while a value of around 90 dB allows for quality listening even in noisy environments. Headphones with a sensitivity value of 100 dB and above are suitable for extremely noisy environments such as concerts. Headphones Sennheiser HD 2.20s are designed with sensitivity about 117 dB. To control the optimum playback volume you can use the manual control directly on the cable.

The device connected to the headphones also plays a role most times. The lower impedance value (approximately 100 to 150 Ohms) is suitable for playback from mobile phones, laptops or other portable players that do not have a powerful enough amplifier. The lower impedance will ensure that the required volume level is achieved with less power, thus extending the life of the player. However, at the same time, with lower impedance, there is more distortion of the sound. Headphones with a higher impedance of around 250 Ohms and above are then more suitable for playback from really powerful signal sources or using a headphone amplifier, otherwise the sound coming out of them might not be loud enough. At the same time, higher-impedance headphones will also ensure less distortion in the sound. In the case of these headphones, the impedance reaches the 26 Ohm value. Total harmonic distortion is one of the parameters you will come across and usually includes the average value of the distortion when reproducing all frequency bands. This parameter is not critical when choosing headphones, but it is important to remember that higher harmonic distortion can negatively affect sound quality. In case of these headphones, the total harmonic distortion is Audio Output | Total Harmonic Distortion.

The design of the headphones and their ear cups can also affect the quality of the audio output. The closed design does not allow ambient noise or sound from the headphones to flow outwards. Not only will you enjoy music in noisy environments, but you won't disturb anyone while enjoying listening session. The closed-back design makes the headphones suitable for the office or for travel.

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MICROPHONE Sennheiser HD 2.20s
Type On-cable

The Sennheiser HD 2.20s has a microphone built directly on the cable.

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REMOTE CONTROL Sennheiser HD 2.20s
Controls Volume, answer/end, play/pause
CABLE Sennheiser HD 2.20s
Cable Type Headphones cable - 1.4 m
Cable Length 1.4 m
CONNECTIONS Sennheiser HD 2.20s
Connector Type Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm 4-pole)
OTHERS Sennheiser HD 2.20s
Included Accessories Audio cable (1.4 m)
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years

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