The PortaPros leak about as much sound in and out as all stock headphones for portable walkmen. Like these, or whatever came with your walkman. It's no big deal for average portable use, but if you want crystal sound when on a noisy bus or subway, pay a hundred times more for some closed headphones. The PortaPros sound great. If you're just Koss Porta Pro with Microphone and Remote On-Ear Headphones, in-Line Microphone and Touch Remote Control, Collapsible Design, Wired with 3.5mm Plug, Black and Silver Visit the Koss Store 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 331 ratings Price: $79.99Bottom line: Koss's Porta Pro Wireless recycles a 1984 design for 2018, and it mostly works. That's thanks to amazing sound, a comfortable fit, and ultra-portable design. Pros That might be my review on Amazon.. I had the 221is, they are not the same drivers. They're terrible all around, and I had problems with my pair connecting to BT. For BT at home as a longtime Koss fan, I'd go PortaPro Wireless or bust. Beats are going to be superior in a lot of ways for BT, but won't get them for $80. 1: On-ear (as opposed to in-ear) due to ease of use (and also hygiene), specially when letting friends use them. 2: They would need to be super-light and airy - the Quest already feels heavy and sweaty, and I didn’t want anything big to cover my head even more. 3: Pretty low impedance. The audio output on the quest is strong and I’ve found But let's talk about the most important aspect: sound quality. While we're no audiophiles, we can tell you that the Koss Porta Pros deliver warm, crisp and clear sound. Surprisingly, the mids are detailed, and they pack just the right amount of bass. Whether you're into hip-hop, jazz or indie pop, these headphones will make your music shine. Koss introduced the unique Porta Pro headphones more than 25 years ago. Known for its unusual look, these unmistakable on-ears are better known for producing terrific sound for a great price. The Porta Pro KTC maintains that legacy with its rich detail, impactful bass and open sound that is sure to impress. Hey everybody. My current daily driver is the venerable, tried and true legend Koss Porta Pro. I was just wondering, whether the moondrop starfield would be an upgrade or not. Please can someone compare them in terms of: -Detail retrieval -Frequency response -Tonality and timbre -Soundstage -Imaging -Speed and dynamics -Comfort For the gym, you should look for earbuds like Sennheiser MX-470/580 or slightly in-ear phones like the Phillips SHE3580 (Walmart, CVS Pharmacy, lots of retail places). Using: Campfire Dorado + HiClass Pure Silver, Ikko OH10, Samsung S20 + PowerAmp, Grado SR325is, Etymotic HF3, others. oaEEn.

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