Panasonic Headphones, Lightweight Over the Ear Wired Headphones with Clear Sound and XBS for Extra Bass, Long Cord, 3.5mm Jack for Phones and Laptops – RP-HT161-K (Black)

I had certain requirements after reading about a variety of headphones. I didn't need a mic, they had to be over the ear not on the ear, clear sound, adjustable headband and wired so I didn't have to use or charge batteries. This headphone checked all the boxes and it just happened to be a company I was familiar with Panasonic. They came today and I'm totally pleased. The sound on my laptop was so low but now I actually had to turn it down. They are very comfortable and super easy to adjust. I could wear them all day. Read about this one. You can get it with a mic if you want. I couldn't ask for a better headphone for listening on my laptop.

Very nice sound with these headphones.

For the very low price they are quite good, but high pitch sounds are very muted, ringing sounds for instance are very flat for some reason. Overall the sound quality is fine and they seem sturdy and light enough so they are not tiring to wear for long periods. If you have big ears the cups could be a bit small, otherwise the fit is good. Not an audiophile choice by any means but not regretting this super inexpensive purchase.

The Panasonic over-the-ear wired headphones are lightweight and won't slip off the way some on-ear headphones do, and they block out external sounds better than many wired in-ear earbuds do. For me, they fit just right, not too small or too large, but they are adjustable for people of different head sizes. Not that it's important, but I also tested them with a baseball cap, and they work, wearing the cap either under or over the headphones. The 6 feet cord is what I needed most though, because I will be using the headphones outdoors with a metal detector that has a 3.5 mm (millimeter) jack, which I have tested for compatibility, and they work just fine. The headphones also work with my AM/FM radio and laptop. Panasonic makes similar headphones with a built-in microphone, and they are in my shopping list, to be used with my laptop, which I will use for recording speech and doing speech-to-text work. I recommend these headphones to others, especially if you need something dependable and sturdy that will wear well over time and work with a variety of devices.

I ordered these headphones to replace some from a different brand that are falling apart. These work as they should. I like the long cord. I can listen to TV and Movie dialog and hear everything just fine. These are kind of a "get what you pay for" thing. Even though they are "over the ear" headphones, they aren't cushy or even very comfortable. The sound quality has pretty much no bass. The padding on the headphones is hard and plastic with pretty much no cushion. In short, they work as headphones. They aren't expensive and it shows but they do the trick for what I bought them for. If you're an audiophile, then pass on these. If you just want to hear dialog these will do the trick.

I'm a Sony fan, don't enjoy bluetooth and normally use the MDR7506 which is the only headset I can stand. In the past I had a $35 Panasonic set that sounded surprisingly good. They are no longer available on Amazon. I hate 'V'- sound oriented phones. Panasonics are similar to Sony in that the response is even across the spectrum (with the bass enhanced). No middle tones recessed or dropping off the top. Good soundstage full and present upfront, no recessed or hidden instruments and wide stereo separation. Front and loud. Perfect clarity. For me this is "the Sony sound" and my comparison standard. Panasonic reproduces this standard closer than any brand I have tried including phones that cost up to $300 (I *really* hate the 'V' profile). I usually have to wait on the Sonys for Christmas. This headphone set comes, again, amazingly close given its price range, which is about 1/10th of the cost! They're the only ones that can hold me over till Christmas and make a great backup pair. Comfortable, truly circumaural, very lightweight and can handle the wattage output and full volume of my home theater system. At this ridiculous price they're remarkably good. And better than other midrange brands I've tried.

The headphones came in as described. However, I did not notice they were refurbished when I purchased them. the item was clearly marked when it arrived, as reconditioned/refurbished/used. It had no noticeable scratches or dings, just a slight perfume smell, possibly from the cleaning of it with a scented cleaner. The sound quality is amazing, and having over the ears coverage to block out the 'other' sounds is great. They are not too heavy for on the head, making them fairly lightweight. Plug them in and they are ready to go. This headset does not have a mic, which was what we wanted, but they do work in a laptop that has a combined headset/mic 1/8" stereo jack, even though it does not have the mic included. Very happy with this purchase.

Por el tamaño abarca completamente mis oídos, se escucha muy bien todo claro, son cómodos no lastiman, traen un cable bastante largo, lo único malo es que el cable viene un poco delgado sería cuestión de cuidarlo, son buenos si comparamos precio-calidad

This is not a Review, its my 10+ Years of experience with these Headphones. They were priced around 3000, 10 years back, but I bought them on a sale for around 600 rupees on FL*K*. Plugged them in, and Hurraaaaaaaayyyyyy .... It was a day night difference between these and the other Indian brands i had earlier. This is a product from PANASONIC and don't underestimate it. Even the cheapest Japanese products have quality in them. I have several other headphones - Normal to Expensive. This one competes with the likes of Bose, Sennheiser, Sony, JBL ,etc. Infact sounds way better than most headphones below the 10K range. They sound like studio monitors, and are very well balanced. Best part of these headphones is they have 30 MM drivers, not 40 or 45mm drivers. Big drivers cause ear Fatigue due to overpowered Bass, while small drivers don't produce Good Bass. These Headphones sit right at the SWEET SPOT. BASS is EXCELLENT but not overpowered, So one can put them ON for Long hours without listening fatigue. Moreover the Highs and Mids are detailed and accurate as well. After continuously using them for over 10 years, I bought the same one again in 2023 on Amazon for around 6000. The old one is still Good and works well, still i got a new one, Just in case..... Don't want to miss it if ever PANASONIC Discontinues it in future. I have a TECHNICS Headphone as well which has 40 MM drivers, but i like this one, as it is lighter and more comfortable to keep listening to, entire day... and entire night as well. LOVE YOU PANASONIC !!! for making such Wonderful Products. LOVE YOU AMAZON as well, for bringing beautiful products to customers.

先ずはシンプルなデザインに惹かれて注文したが、軽量かつ可動部分が少ないため無精者の日常使いにはピッタリと思われる。目下エージング中（稼働時間約２０h）のため音質については評価を控えるが、意外にもClassicが楽しめるのには驚かされた（中高音域に癖がなく伸びやか）。本製品は国内では流通しておらず逆輸入のようだが、販売価格が5000円前後とやや高めなのが唯一の難点。

Well balanced sound, for light and soothing listening for those who just need a simple good headphone

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