Philips O'Neill SHO9560/28 Over-Ear Headphones - Black Bordeaux

Product Description

Color: Black Bordeaux

From the Manufacturer

Whether you're launching your snowboard off a cliff or scratching vinyl in a club, Philips O'Neill The Stretch over-ear headphones deliver the perfect combination of premium sound quality, unmatched durability, and urban style. The Stretch is a high-performance over-ear headphone with a wetsuit-inspired super-stretch headband for maximum durability and a flawless fit. A no-nonsense, tangle-free cable keeps life simple, while powerful, 40-millimeter drivers and super-soft, noise-isolating ear cushions deliver a premium audio experience.

Philips O'Neill SHO9560/28 The Stretch Over-Ear Headphones (Black Bordeaux)

• Dynamic 40-millimeter drivers deliver premium sound quality


• Tangle-free fabric cable, cable stress relief, and reinforced aluminum connectors for strength


• Durable, temperature-resistant TR55LX construction for active lifestyles


• Flexible outer headband; auto-fit inner headband with comfy and stretchy neoprene padding


• Deluxe, noise-isolating, super-soft ear cushions


• One-year limited warranty

Crisp, Clear Sound and Cool Design

The Stretch delivers powerful sound performance from 40-millimeter drivers to produce crisp highs, solid mids, and deep, chest-thumping bass without distortion. The sleek Black Bordeaux design ups the cool factor, and the deluxe, super-soft ear cushions' improved sound leakage reduction means you're the only one who can hear and feel your music--not your neighbors.

Tangle-Free, Stress-Relief Cable and Reinforced Connectors

These headphones are tough enough to go wherever you do--take them on the mountain, the bike, the skateboard, the plane, the subway, or hook them up to your computer. Unlike headphones with plastic cables, The Stretch is constructed with a flexible, tangle-free fabric cable that moves with you, keeping you totally immersed in the music. Strong aluminum connectors reinforce the audio jack, and cable stress relief means that if the cable gets caught, it will disconnect without pulling on your headphones or listening device--a great feature for active users.

The Most Durable Material for the Toughest Headphones

Featured on The Stretch, TR55LX is a durable, temperature-resistant material that's perfect for the lifestyle of any action-sports enthusiast. If you're in a situation where you're freezing, melting, or breaking, don't worry about your headphones, because chances are they're just fine.

TR55LX is an impact-resistant, stress-crack resistant material that retains its flexibility and strength--even at extreme temperatures. This incredibly tough material has a surface hardness that is six times the hardness of polycarbonate, the material most commonly used in heavy-duty headphones. Unlike polycarbonate, which can become brittle at subzero temperatures, TR55LX always remains flexible, whether it's -10 degrees Fahrenheit or 100 degrees Fahrenheit. And unlike other headphone materials that decrease in strength after prolonged storage in high temperatures, TR55LX can handle the hottest place on the planet for months on end without being affected.

Soft Ear Cushions and Flexible Headband for Optimal Fit

Unlike too-tight headphones that can cause headaches, The Stretch features two headbands for maximum comfort. A translucent, super-flexible outer headband provides durability, while the auto-fit cushioned inner headband--made from comfy neoprene padding--stretches to fit your head. And designed after extensive research, the deluxe, super-soft, noise-isolating ear cushions provide exceptional padding for hours of comfort, and they block out external noise, so you can focus on the music.

About Philips O'Neill Headphones

O'Neill and Philips have joined forces to launch a co-branded, premium line of headphones delivering long-lasting durability and comfort. Sharing a tradition of enhancing the lives of active people through the introduction of innovative and meaningful products, O'Neill and Philips have come together to create a line of high-performance headphones specifically designed to withstand the brutal demands that accompany every active lifestyle.

What's in the Box

Philips O'Neill SHO9560/28 The Stretch Over-Ear Headphones (Black Bordeaux).

Colors

• Black Bordeaux


• Powder White

Comfort

• Noise-isolating, super-soft ear cushions


• Auto-fit cushioned headband


• Stretchy neoprene padding

Durability

• Flexible, stress-crack-resistant, temperature-resistant material


• Flexible super-stretch headband


• Cable stress relief


• Tangle-free fabric cable and reinforced connectors

Sound

40-millimeter drivers

Colors

• White Black Check


• Black Ice


• Purple Plaid


• Rebel Red

Comfort

• Noise-isolating, super-soft ear cushions


• Adjustable, padded headband


• Folds flat for easy storage and portability

Durability

• Cable stress relief


• Tangle-free fabric cable and reiforced connectors

Sound

40-millimeter drivers

Colors

• Bold Black


• Ultra Fuchsia


• Royal Blue


• White Out


• Royal Purple


• Orange

Comfort

Three sizes of ear sleeves

Durability

Tangle-free fabric cable and reinforced connectors

Sound

• 9-millimeter drivers


• Noise-isolating soft ear sleeves

Colors

Code Green

Comfort

Noise-isolating soft ear caps

Durability

Tangle-free fabric cable and reinforced connectors

Sound

• 13-millimeter drivers


• Mic, volume, and track control for iPhone/iPod/iPad

Dynamic 40 mm drivers deliver deep dynamic bass for powerful sound; super stretch headband provides enhanced durability ; cable stress relief to prevent breakage; includes tough tangle-free cable ; reinforced connectors; features sound-isolating super-soft ear cushions for supreme comfort ; auto-fit cushioned headband provides high-definition sound

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 8.7 x 7.8 x 3.5 inches ; 1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B003VNKKUS
• Item model number: SHO9560/28
  

Price : $84.95
You Save : $15.04 (15%)

List Price : $99.99

Technical Details

• Philips O'Neill The Stretch - Flexible and Tough - Over Ear Headphones SHO9560/28 (Black)
• Super stretch headband for enhanced durability
• Tough tangle-free cable separates from the headphones when sudden force is applied to prevent breakage
• Deluxe noise isolating super soft ear cushions and self-adjusting neoprene headband for extra comfort
• Dynamic 40 mm drivers that deliver a deep/dynamic bass

Costumer Reviews

I'm going to start off with disagreeing with some of the negative reviews on here concerning the sound quality. The reason being, is because for the price you pay, I think these headphones sounded very capable and accurate, especially as I do own "audiophile" grade speakers and electronics in my main HT/Audio system, and I do actually sit and "listen" to music, even though its sometimes hard to find time to do so as much as I would like. They are very neutral, with sufficient bass and depth, and don't influence the overall sound one way or the other, and quite frankly, are in fact comparable with the "beats" by Dre headphones considering the price point. If you are expecting audiophile quality sound, then buy audiophile quality headphones, but be prepared to pay the premium that goes along with them, its really that simple. I read the complaints of the highs being muffled and the bass somewhat lacking, however I found that these headphones, reproduced highs and lows very well, with excellent midrange and it was moreso the source material and quality of the encoding, that affected the sound more than the headphones themselves. They were purchased originally for traveling with my Ipod Touch and Ipad, with those being the sources I mainly tested for the purpose of this review, with a slight edge going to the Ipad for overall sound quality. They performed equally impressively on most types of music I listen to which ranges from Modern rock, contemporary Jazz, to Hip-hop, Alternative, Motown, 60's,70's, and 80's new wave. They were more than adequate for playback of movies and video, as well as gaming, on either the Touch or Ipad. In fact, they will probably serve duty for general everyday listening, as well as traveling, as the sound was that impressive.

I won't spend to much time on build quality as it is what it is. They are built like a tank and are not going to break, under normal use and care. The design and look is modern yet simple, and functional. The stress relief/breakaway cable design is top notch and a great forethought for design and prevention of pulling accidents and wear on the cable where it joins to the headphones. The headphone cable has a braided nylon(or appears to be) outer jacket, is virtually tangle free and has a nice look and feel to it.

These headphones are extremely comfortable, and can be worn for hours at a time without discomfort, and in fact I almost forgot I was wearing them in a couple instances! They completely cover the ear, and the noise canceling was good, not as great as I've used, but more than sufficient in most cases. Overall I would recommend these for anyone wanting comfort and durability, while maintaing good to great sound quality, and wants a cost effective alternative to earbud style or more expensive premium headphones.

I love how review geeks write their "pro" audiophile reviews for what is to me an entry/mid level Around-the-Ear Headphones. That being said I gave these headphones 5 stars as deservedly so. I'll tell you why in the 4 categories Amazon splits review stars into.

I am not a tech geek or audiophile. I enjoy listening to music and watching movies on my laptop. If you want studio quality sound for studio work, buy studio headphones for $300+ more.

Comfort: 5 stars

Amazingly comfortable. The first day I had them I listened to music while I lifted weights in the morning. Had no problem with them being cumbersome or in the way at any point. I used them later on in the evening to watch a Dexter marathon on my laptop. I had them on for about 4 hours straight and the only thing I can say negative is that my ears started getting sweaty. But that might even be a good thing as this can refer to the seal of the ear pads being fully encapsulated. Not once did I feel uncomfortable. The adjustable neoprene-like band is a nice touch for heads of all sizes. I have a bigger head and a lot of headphones I try to use end up getting uncomfortable at the top. Not these. The around the ear design is flawless. Covered my ears completely and were very cushion comfortable. I LOVE the braided rope cord. It does not tangle and looks very sheik.

Durability: 4.5 stars

I can't imaging what it would take to break the frame of these headphones. They are made of a stretch nylon material that literally twists and shapes any way you pull it. Very cool. I haven't had these for very long so i don't know how the small parts will hold up. There are a couple of hinges that could fail down the line but that goes for most other headphones too. The aluminum type cover for the phone jack did come off the first day I had it as all that is keeping it on there is some cheap glue. Get a drop of super glue in there and that problem is solved. The stretch nylon is basically plastic so if you get them scratched, that cool see through smoke look is tarnished for good.

Sound Quality: 5 stars

Again, I am rating this based on the price point. And at $60, it is superb. I have listened to Bose Quiet Comforts and Beats Studio Pros and yes they were phenomenal but they were also $250-$300. More expensive. For how much more you would spend, I don't feel the sound is that much better for that much money. I didn't find anything funky with the lows or bass as some have said. I used it with my Macbook, iphone, ipod and Nintendo DS. The music quality is great but the movie sound quality is even better. It's like being in a small theater with surround sound. Every footstep, leaf crunch, and breath is picked up crystal clear and action scenes are much more lively. Again for the money, the sound is outstanding.

Noise Cancelling: 4.5 stars

Rated this high because they don't claim to be "Noise Cancelling" headphones. But with the phones on listening to music at a comfortable level...your friends will have to raise their voices to get your attention if you're not looking at them. In an airplane, it cancels out flight noise but you can still hear the "seat belt" tones while watching a movie. Though they are not "Noise Cancelling" phones, they do a great job of cutting out unwanted outside noise.

Overall = 4.75 stars

Very happy with the product. I asked an associate at Best Buy if anyone had returned these and she said no. They are one of very few items that do not have a return scan. That speaks volumes for the product and customer satisfaction. Definitely recommend these for anyone who wants to greatly enhance their mobile music and movie listening experience for very cheap.