the product desc. says "closed, semi open, open design". What does that mean? Can I physically move something to prevent sound leakage from the cans?
1662841
I had a terrible experience with these headphones. The cord that plugs into the headphones deteriorated within the first three months.
1662842
There is a switch on the bottom of the cups to allow more air into the cup to increase the amount of bass they get, but it doesn't affect sound leakage at all they're closed headphones so there is almost no leakage at normal volume.
1662843
It increases or decreases bass levels, its a great option if you listen to different music genres! I love the increased bass option as I am a drummer and can 'turn up' the drums to better hear what's going on in a song. The sound quality is wonderful with these!
258609
There's some sound leak but it all depends how loud you listen to the music. Hope this helps
620748
All I can tell you is that mine does not do that. I would return it for one that does NOT swing lightly from side to side nor sound like there are loose parts inside. Probably are.
1614132
No worries there's no sound leakage. Nobody will be able to hear what you are listening
1181416
Assuming it's turned on(far left/mute button),The solid up arrow with a bar under it should make it open or close completely. The side by side up or down arrows are for opening or closing any amount you choose. I've forgotten for sure, but it seems like I remember a screw (with a label that says"remove this screw) that held the cd carriage locked for shipping. Maybe it won't let it open the lock screw is still in (if there was one). Anything beyond that, I'd say it's defective.
1860913
You will want closed headphones and to not crank them up. Open headphones will definately leak. I use AKG DJ headphones at the office and use these at Home where I can be loud.
841758
They are semi opened and that's how they stayed with me. They are also dampened and rewired, painted. I also made a pair of open headphones as well which I prefer, so would never enclose the Fostex.
687348
No, in fact they want you to have open space around it. But don't buy it, it is the noisiest microwave I have eve owned...so disappointed!
846439
It should be no problem. I use my headphones all the time with the shell completely closed.
1519746
These headphones are a "closed back" design so they will reduce, but not entirely block out ambient noise. The only drawback to closed back earcups is they will get hot on your ears if worn for extended periods. Other than that sound quality is superb with these cans.
1769715
Your welcome. Open headphones such as these HD555's have sort of a metal mesh grill on each outer side where the speakers are located, sort of like a boom box has on each speaker. On a boom box or stereo the speakers face out to let out the music, in the case of open headphones the speakers face the ear but air and sound is released through the metal grill. This is done so that the music has more room to develope more richly. Therefore some sound leaks out (its a good thing) but it allows people around you to hear what you are listening to. Closed headphones such as the HD202 do no have any metal grill on the sides, just closed plastic, therefore there is no sound leak, only you hear the music. Most people prefer to use open headphones at home for the great sound quality but others use the closed headphones outside and take a hit on the sound quality a bit because they don't want anyone to hear what they are listening to or they don't want to disturb anyone on planes or at work. Ipod earbuds are pretty bad earphones in my opinion and mostly only certain over the ear headphones are considered open and most in ear earphones are considered closed. These HD555's will destroy the ipod earbuds in sound quality, like night and day. Sennheiser is a very respected audio company, especially with audiophile people who love headphones and music. I hope that helped a bit.
638805
I haven't had these speakers long, but like them. I'm older and can't read the little switch. I've figured out which is off (obviously), what are the other 2 positions for? Also, noted in the blurb above that the bases are magnetic. Do I need to keep them away from my computer because of that? I've been plugging them into it to recharge. thanks for your help!
1265401
Unfortunately the open cans sound like an issue with customs. I've received 2 perfect boxes of Elecare and will continue to order from this seller. Like someone else said you might need to find someone to hand carry this to you or at least contact the customs dept for advice.
811886
There may be an odor from the plastic. However, we operate in a very open area and any odor would be lost in the rapidly moving air volume.
810759
I am not sure what you are looking at. The cover to the unit is attached and can be opened and closed after putting hearing aids inside. There is a push button on the front that controls the start up of the ultra-violet light and the heating fan. They both shut down automatically. I have to remember to shut the lid/cover after removing my hearing aids so that the desiccant brick isn't sucking up moisture when left opened. I hope this helps. Write back again if you need additional help. I really like this product and it should prolong the life of my hearing aids.
145931
Yes. It is normal. If you need better sound proofing, you should get a closed back headphone instead...
550389
Interesting question. The sound of mine opening is barely perceptible, so I would have to say no, it's not supposed to open loudly.