Sennheiser RS 165 Wireless Hi-Fi Headphones Review | Perfect for home audio!

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[@CannabisTechLife]

I own some Sennheiser RS 170s and they are amazing. Use them for everything and love being able to walk around without wires to go out to the balcony or work in the kitchen.

[@kudesnik_net]

Many thanks! The review was as complete and informative as I could have expected!

[@Newtonian_Law]

Thanks for the review! It definitely helped me with my decision.

[@martinkuhne2270]

I like audio reviews. Comparisons to similar products would be helpful

[@Patback22]

love the content Dimitri! thanks for your work and quality most definitely

[@914050]

Nice review. I'm waiting on some RS 120's to arrive as we speak. Probably won't have quite the audio quality of the RS 165's, but should be good enough for watching TV.

[@MrWeeman8888]

Love the honest review its great to see some real reviewers keep up the good work :)

[@Spoolz07]

Great review, thanks.

[@d-d-i]

I got these in christmas couple years ago and I wouldn't change these into anything else. These headphones + DFX Audio Enhancer + fake leather earpads = Perfect for everything.

[@prasenjit815]

Which ASUS monitor are you using, if possible can you review them and as usual great video quality and review.

[@MArk-yn4sp]

The key issue is RF (radio frequency) and Interference. I used the Sennheiser 120 range and was disappointed with the interference. Is there some way to measure the strength of the signal between models as an indication of reduced interference?

[@Mrmagor34]

Sennheiser's main industry is microphones for concerts and studio, and of course high end headphones and amplifiers. But has recently made a move into the consumer/prosumer area which they've done a good job their products.

[@tailslapexplore6887]

Is there much different between the RS 165 and RS 175?

[@brrciba1951]

Hello! Thanks for a review , that was very useful. Maybe somebody have any idea - is there any difference of bass between RS 165 and two RS 175 in normal mode (bass boost turned of)? I prefer clear and bold sound in middle and highs that is not overpowered by bass. I have heard the sound of RS 165 (ordered from Amazon, but I`m considering to send those back and exchange for RS 175), and I`m more or less pleased with that, but the design of RS 175 is of more higher quality. I would like to go for RS 175, but if bass in normal mode is more pronounced than in RS 165, than I would like to stick with 165. So I`m a bit perplexed.

[@Silentfeety]

whats your tought on Senn RS 120 ? they seem really low price, but have some nice features

[@wen9609]

What microphone do you use?

[@justinlizana1798]

I'm looking for headphones I can use for music and tv/videos. Are these good for that or is there something else I should be looking at?

[@371danny]

How the RS 165 compare to the Hd 558 in sound quality? I use the 558 for gaming with my pc and they are amazing , but I want a wireless solution.

[@AC-pm7sn]

Dmitry, which Citizen watch is that? :-)

[@anthonydidonato2143]

Do these work well with PC?

[@seanhale4577]

What's the battery life before having to recharge? How long is the charge time?

[@ConradMcBad]

picked up a pair of these on sale for $130 - very pleased with them!

[@flosilk1]

Can I install +AA batteries Alcaline?

[@send2daa]

Can I just use this with Mac like normal headphones?

[@moonstriker7350]

Are thes good for quick reflex gaming like quake live, or is the latency an issue? Anyone have FPS experience with this / similar?

[@andersstengaardjensen2208]

How high is the base exactly? (I have a furniture it might fit into...)

[@maybethistimenow]

Did you mention the latency when watching TV?

[@MattsPaddock]

That big "Base" button on the side makes me feel like - :click: - TURN DOWN FOR WHAAAAAT

[@HardwareCanucks]

TekTick I didnt even have to read this comment twice..it came natural

[@79tazman]

bass not base :)

[@MrModgasm]

Hey Dimitri! (or Edgar, or whoever is available :) I have quick question about wireless headphones. If I had a wireless pair, that also had an aux port in it, like the SteelSeries H Wireless.. And I bought a mod mic, like the one you guys did a review of a while back, if I could shorten the wire, couldn't I plug the ModMic into the aux port on the headphones? That way it would be better than the included Mic, and I'll still be able to get up and walk around..

[@mokshroy9835]

Review the Corsair 100R please!

[@DarTheDerpPvP]

I have the rs 170, can anyone tell me the difrence in the sound quality and comfort?

[@andersstengaardjensen2208]

Second question: what is the difference between the 165 and the 175?

[@Outland9000]

These or the RS160?

[@alanchankw]

open-back RS 220 or close-back RS 195?

[@mertuluc6602]

You deserve waaaaaaay more subs tho

[@Vitiuxa]

Mert Uluc I also deserve a lot of things I don't get, you know.

[@earnestbunbury2103]

***** Live VD...

[@HardwareCanucks]

Mert Uluc We are getting there. Slow and steady..it seems :p

[@HazrulAmryMn]

+Mert Uluc no need. i feel premium xD

[@TheRuinedUniverse]

HardwareCanucks Now you got over 500k! Still deserves way more tho..

[@pratikwaingankar5943]

Hey i saw in past 2-3 video you got your second monitor back , know were are the audio engine ?

[@pratikwaingankar5943]

does the audio engine suffers sound back they

[@bluebears6627]

I know this sound super weird but I haven't watched your videos in a while and I missed your voice :D

[@TheEnzoferrari12345]

no it s not weird at all, you re gay

[@okidoke4822]

I have these. I like them but I find them a bit tight after a while and I don’t have a large head.

[@nyssath1989]

Can you keep using new batteries and not worry about charging it

[@Gman7e]

Would these be good for gaming? I'm not sure if 7.1 will really offer a huge advantage over stereo or not.

[@deadbob54]

Gman7e I'd just imagine the headphones running out of battery when you're gaming. 7.1 audio is good for competitive fps's, otherwise there's not really any point in surround, unless you have music that is made for 7.1 audio. I have the ATH-M50x headphones, and they seem to have better build quality than the sennheisers but I can't say anything about the sound..

[@senagangbe5804]

What yhe jayztwocemt review of the 175 it's technically the corrected version of this

[@tpg81]

Sèna Gangbè RS 165 and RS 175 are similar but different versions. Check it out en-us.sennheiser.com/wireless-headphones-over-ear-digital-stereo-rs-165 en-us.sennheiser.com/wireless-headphones-home-audio-rs-175

[@koenwillems]

Can you put it back on the stand to recharge the battery, even though you only used 1 hour of the battery life? or do you need to drain the whole battery before you reload it again?

[@depresskam]

as its AAA i wouldn't care. it can be easily replaced

[@theodoro89]

Best audio reviews -> Innerfidelity. Best PC case & peripheral reviews -> Hardware Canucks. Either way, for "some reason" i find every single review really enjoyable. I love the balance between the overview of a product and the actual review with personal thoughts.

[@HardwareCanucks]

theodoro89 Thanks :D let us know if there are areas in our audio reviews that need improvement!

[@theodoro89]

HardwareCanucks Your audio reviews are excelent for mainstream users, but sometimes it's just isn't enough for people who want to really understand how a headphone sounds like. Measurements help a ton, but i wouldn't suggest buying equipment just for those measurements. (this isn't your job and people won't understand them anyway...) So... let's say that Tyll (innerfidelity) helps me understand how a headphone sounds like without testing it. However, if you wanted to review a headphone with more details, then the video would be a bit boring for the people who don't care. In conclusion: Different channels for different people. You could spend about 1 more minute describing the sound but no more than that. That would be perfect. like...seriously perfect... :P You have a beautiful channel with near damn perfect reviews! You obviously don't need to change almost anything IMO.

[@CanadianMinecrafter7ets2mcd3sc]

cool. would like one maybe?

[@sergioteixeira910]

hey can u link ur wallpaper of ur pc in the background of the video?

[@Regan11266]

i like these but the padding looks like it wont last idk

[@Ubnbdr01]

Please do a review on Asus Strix 7.1 when it's out... =D

[@pastoryoda2789]

Idontevenkno w lol

[@Ubnbdr01]

How good is the Senheisser HD 558? since he kept on praising it..

[@TheSixten2008]

One of the best open headphones under 150$. Look up information about it yourself, as describing it in a comment is difficult.

[@joshwood44]

Did you experience any interference due to it's 2.4 ghz frequency? I've had wireless headphones in the past that completely shut down 2.4 Ghz wifi in any room that had the headphones or the stand before. . .

[@HardwareCanucks]

No problems, and im using a wifi adapter on my PC. Both 5ghz and 2.4ghz bands were clean.

[@joshwood44]

HardwareCanucks good to know. Thanks. I've had issues in the past with wireless, non Bluetooth headphones before

[@RustyClam]

I have the RS 175. The audio keeps cutting in and out. I’ve tried everything and can’t resolve the issue. Everyone says how great they are. I’m not impressed.

[@jacedragon]

Do these provide surround sound? Dolby atmos?

[@goat8252]

I’m trying to find that out as well & can I use these with my pc for gaming and movies ?

[@shinno9]

So i cant use it if wanna go outside?? in metro, transport public???

[@kimmo9127]

Ricardo Saldaña Cooper just get beats or airpods lol 😂

[@Belipe_SSB]

Add a modmic to this headphone and you have the most versatile headphones ever.

[@anothersiguy]

At least he didn't say deadmau five xD

[@Akasahmed]

Who the heck says that???????!!!!!!!!

[@1salacious]

I have the RS 160's - the slightly cheaper model. They're decent-ish, I'm happy with them. Sound is very good. And clear, wow! Range is not the greatest, about 60ft, And like these RS 165's, the build quality is not on par with the expensive Senn's.

[@officialpartychannel]

04:30 dual cushions, not pockets.

[@khay2210]

Can I use a wired headphone on the dock?

[@rimumiyazaki777]

why? isnt it for charging

[@Tam1ek]

Will these work with ps4&xbox one?

[@ThePepino999]

I don't know why, bit I feel The Voice Its sync with The lips

[@JacobPitaBread]

Отлично! Приятно смотреть, как русские берут англоязычную аудиторию. Успехов в дальнейшем.

[@DVXCEAN]

Yum

[@Tryfan13]

But.....will it work for gaming?

[@lv0ll9]

what does it need to make it "work" for gaming?

[@florence3856]

lv0ll9 a headphone jack

[@emilevisser8047]

is connectable to your mobile phone?

[@Wistbacka]

not directly, but u can attach your phone to the dock via 3.5 mm audio cable. for wireless, I think u will have to hook up a chromecast audio to the dock or something.

[@altair91100]

You tested it on CS:GO maybe? :D

[@swetzwastaken]

good for gaming=?

[@goat8252]

Me 2 he doesn’t say wtf

[@Ralphwijkens]

Good headphone but with 1 gruesome minus. It automatically controls the volume on DB, which has a very negative effect on dynamic music pieces. As soon as you go from a quiet or softer piece of music to a fuller piece where more instruments are added, the volume suddenly goes back so it kills the dynamics. You can not turn it off and with that it has become a very expensive headphone for the TV for me. Listening to music with the HDR165 is worthless ...

[@speedburger5410]

This or the Corsair Void Wireless?

[@cortlinkorman5754]

Koko Arceo I hope you didn't go corsair. While I love corsair products they are not in the same league as sennheiser with headphones.

[@speedburger5410]

Nah, didn't get the Corsair. Last time I bought a gaming headset was years ago. Been buying Senns, Audio Technica, and AKG ever since.

[@anandhua.b4589]

Whatever Chris Pratt says I believe

[@jimdonnaalexander8448]

I tried phoning sennheiser they don't answer

[@Thomasnor1]

Deadmau? its pronounced Deadmouse

[@ardissaps]

a good thing about wireless is you don't have to put down your headphone if you gonna pee.. personal experience 😁😁

[@brentjustinlaxamana65]

I Want one :*( but im not that rich

[@Deezel177]

Looks eerily similar to the Razer Chimaera.

[@Deezel177]

Chronofusion The stand's shape and size, the charging mechanism, and the almost hexagonal shape of the ear cups are strongly reminiscent of the Chimaera. But, to your credit, I did take my glasses off before watching this video (LOL JK).

[@pharder1234]

DEEZEL ahh noooo en-us.sennheiser.com/images/2825/all/square/8852/square_louped_RS_165-sq-01-sennheiser.jpg assets.razerzone.com/eeimages/products/25/razer-chimaera-gallery-5.png

[@Deezel177]

pharder1234 Can't tell if you're being sarcastic or not; if not, my opinion's pretty niche I guess, and I'm okay with that.

[@Epic123Doom]

DEEZEL my ps4 looks like my xbox, it's pretty crazy

[@Deezel177]

EpicDoom#Road2Silver1 The PS4 and Xbox One look pretty different if you ask me. Their height, thickness, button placement, overall shape (PS4 is parallelogram-like, while the XBone is more rectangular), and the PS4's prevalent front slit differentiate the two quite clearly in my opinion. I reckon the RS 165 and the Chimaera share more in common than the two consoles. Their base's shape, their similarly almost hexagonal ear cups, charging mechanism, and button placement on both the headset and the base are quite reminiscent of each other. Maybe it's just my biased perception as an old Chimaera owner.

[@mawi5923]

!!!

[@masarulez]

I regret buying these after 10 seconds of use. The only positive thing about these is crystal clear highs and mid. These are not headphones for music listening. (TV watching documentaries at best.) The bass is non existent, even with the "bass" on. All you get is a small rumble and if you try to volume it up, the sound cracks and bass is destroying the overall sound??? I thought my audio settings in pc were set wrong, nope. I just don't feel the bass. Not the same category of headphones but my Sony mdr v55 delivers a heavy bass punch and the sound doesn't crack even on highest volume. Not a product for me. I wish I've done more research before buying.

[@Boy12391]

So6

[@alex_razmyakin]

Димон, а теперь по-русски)))

[@lytheas6569]

1rd

[@ggithefty]

Deadmau lol

[@john3453739]

How's my build? answers appreciated i have a, b, c or d: A: APU 1TB wd blue a cheap case gpu: using cpu's integrated graphics core i5 4690 gskill ripjaws x 1x8gb 1600 Asrock fatality b85 killer corsair vs450 B: Amd Fx 6300 Gtx 750 ti asus m5a97 le r2.0 1TB wd blue a cheap case gskill ripjaws x 1x8gb 1600 corsair vs450 c: Intel i5 4460 Gtx 750 ti asus b85m-g 1TB wd blue a cheap case gskill ripjaws x 1x8gb 1600 corsair vs450 d: Cheap amd: Athlon 860k Gtx 750 ti gigabyte fm2 a88x d3h 1TB wd blue a cheap case gskill ripjaws x 1x8gb 1600 corsair vs450 Thanks :3