Author: Yugansk
02 March 2022 21:21
Tags: Music of the USSR Photographs. interesting headphones
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Headphones or “headphones,” as they were officially called, in the Soviet Union were produced more for the needs of dispatchers and radio stations, however, Hi-Fi lovers were not offended - regular dynamic models, as well as isodynamic and portable ones, were produced for them. Of course, the assortment was rather poor, but people were not left without music. This selection contains the most interesting models of Soviet headphones from the 1970s and 80s.
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TOP 3 best wired headphones for your phone
Koss Porta Pro
4.6/5
466 reviews
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RUR 2,790
Characteristics
- design: overhead
- technology: dynamic
- minimum reproducible frequency: 15 Hz
- maximum reproduced frequency: 25000 Hz
- impedance: 60 ohm
- sensitivity: 101 dB
Opens our TOP Koss Porta Pro . This is a real old man - not only among these models, but in general. In my childhood, many people wore them, because at that time the design was very popular and was considered quite modern. The headphones are designed open, so you can forget about sound insulation, and in both directions. The weight of 79 grams allows you to practically not feel them when wearing them : the pressure on the head is weak. The headband is a metal strip made of stainless steel. By the way, it can be placed either on top of the head or behind: the aesthetics will not change.
The headphones are on-ear, the drivers are made using dynamic technology . The range of reproduced frequencies lies in the range of 15 Hz to 25 kHz, however, these values can only reflect the approximate order of numbers, so we do not focus on them too much. The impedance is 60 Ohms, which is a bit high, but still within normal limits. By the way, we will analyze this and subsequent values in the second part of the TOP. The sensitivity is specified at 101 dB, which guarantees fairly loud playback , although for open headphones this parameter is within the normal range.
Now let's talk about reviews. As I wrote before, the headphones fit perfectly, and my ears do not hurt even after wearing them for a long time, because they are light. However, the L-shaped plug can be easily damaged, and the condition of the cable needs to be monitored, because the quality could be better. By the way, it is a bit short - only 1.2 m, and the ear pads often wear out - they will have to be replaced. The sound quality for 3,000 rubles is good, I would even say, worth it . The velvety bottom and slightly dull top once again emphasize that these headphones should be used to listen to rock, and possibly rap.
Pros:
- Long history.
- Good sound quality.
- Comfortable to wear.
Minuses:
- "Open" design.
- Poor price-quality ratio.
- Short wire.
- Fragile ear pads.
This model is legendary, and many people still wear it, and the interest is due to its fairly low price and good characteristics. However, it is still outdated, and by the standards of 2022 there are much better models.
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Marshall Mode EQ
4.5/5
239 reviews
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RUR 2,890
Characteristics
- design: in-channel
- technology: dynamic
- minimum reproducible frequency: 20 Hz
- maximum reproduced frequency: 20000 Hz
- impedance: 18 ohms
- sensitivity: 100 dB
Marshall Mode EQ took second place in the ranking . These headphones belong to the ordinary consumer segment, although the manufacturer is famous both in “audiophile” circles and in professional circles. The company has been producing musical equipment for almost 70 years, so they certainly should know a lot about sound. This time the design is in-channel, which looks more like mobile “plugs” , but this is not the case. The design is recognizable: the gold letter “M” and the black strict design have not yet gone out of fashion. Although they were released in 2015, their popularity has not gone away . Acoustically, they are designed as closed, which means that your sounds will not get outside, and other people will not hear your conversation with the interlocutor. They are equipped with a built-in microphone, which is classically placed on the wire.
The frequency range is set in the range from 20 Hz to 20 kHz , and the impedance is specially reduced to 39 Ohms, because it is planned to be used mainly with phones. With a closed design, a sensitivity of 100 dB is enough to listen to music even with fairly strong background noise. The headphones are small and light - only 20 grams, and their comfortable shape allows you to use them for hours without stopping. By the way, a little about the name: EQ is present there for a reason: on the same remote control there is a button for changing the equalization mode. The first includes a softer, warmer sound, the second is less balanced and enhances the bass, the sound is more powerful and dense.
The wire ends in an L-shaped plug, which, by the way, is gold-plated. The diameter of the headphone emitter is 9 mm , and the kit includes replaceable ear pads. Now a little about the reviews: users really praise the sound, it is really excellent and meets the expectations of most. The cord is tangle-free, made with high quality , however, it always wriggles, which can disturb someone. Some complain about the quality of the product itself: the logo falls off, the rubber bands break. In practice there is no sound insulation at all. By the way, a little for owners of modern Xiaomi and Redmi: due to some software inconsistencies, the sound often decreases spontaneously, so it’s worth keeping this in mind.
Pros:
- Good sound quality.
- Modern design.
- The presence of an equalization button.
Minuses:
- Poor workmanship.
- Problems when working with Xiaomi and Redmi phones.
For a price of 2,500 rubles, these headphones definitely deserve your attention , because the sound quality is quite good, the design is modern in comparison with the same Koss Porta Pro, and the characteristics are ideal for mobile listeners, however, if possible, check the headphones before purchasing to reduce compatibility issues to a minimum.
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JBL T100
4.5/5
240 reviews
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490 rub.
Characteristics
- design: in-channel
- technology: dynamic
- minimum reproducible frequency: 22 Hz
- maximum reproduced frequency: 20000 Hz
- Impedance: 16 Ohm
- sensitivity: 100 dB
The absolute leader today is the T100 model from JBL . Why did they become the best? Well, for example, the price. For 500 rubles you get a full-fledged product: yes, not without its shortcomings, but very good. It is available in three colors: white, black and red, so everyone can find headphones to their liking. Yes, these are in-ear headphones made using dynamic technology. The range of reproduced frequencies here is more than standard - from 20 Hz to 20 kHz . Both the impedance of the headphones (16 Ohms) and their sensitivity (100 dB) indicate that they are designed for portable devices for which energy efficiency comes first. The shape is standard, the sound guides are “cast” just like the previous headphones, but the size of the emitter has not changed - 8 mm.
Let's get straight to the reviews. Despite the compactness and low price, the sound here is decent. Pleasant bass, balanced mids, but too many highs, but this is all corrected with a banal equalizer . There is also enough volume: even in a noisy environment, everything will be heard. But users complain about the wire and plug - they are too flimsy. The wire is made like a cheap one and gets dull in the cold. The plastic housing of the connector is flimsy, however, the wire at the connection point does not fray and can last a long time. They are packaged very well and of high quality. The kit also includes replacement sets of ear pads.
Pros:
- Very low price.
- Decent sound quality.
- High quality packaging.
Minuses:
- Weak top.
- Poor quality wire.
And the reason for the first place was their price and balanced sound for the money. Compared to the previous two places, these are much cheaper, and the sound, if different, is not much.
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