Koss UR40 Collapsible Over-Ear Headphones - 2024 report by Whydis

Koss UR40 Collapsible Over-Ear Headphones

Product Packaging:Standard Packaging Product Description The UR40 delivers digital quality sound in an ultra-lightweight design for listeners on-the-go. The UR40 features dynamic elements for a wide frequency response from 15-22,000 Hz. A 2 mil. ti...

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Reviews around product (5.00 of 5)

  • This is a great product at a fair price, and can turn walking your dog at midnight into a serious symphonic excursion
  • Good Product and extremely comfortable but noice isolation is not good
  • The KSC35 is a much better product for about the same price
  • Product may be good, but the seller performance is poor.
  • Recently I was introduced to Sennheiser and I have to say that in some respects they produce a much better product.
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Reviews around use (5.00 of 5)

  • It would be nice since these are designed for portable use if they could fold up smaller than they do
  • Over a year ago I bought a better Koss set and that one remains like new dispite teenage use (a good test indeed).
  • This is probably among the best headphones I've ever used
  • Slightly delicate wiring used may make them less long-lasting to those who pack them in a backpack of briefcase for use, but for regular use with care they will, and have, lasted a long time.
  • A friend was amazed at the clarity when used with his iPod & said he had to purchase the UR40.
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Reviews around response (5.00 of 5)

  • It gives as good of a bass response as my dead Senn HD202 did and the treble response is great
  • I still like the sound, despite that, and it does have exceptional bass response
  • frequency response across the board, mostly clean and with good separation

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Reviews around phone (4.42 of 5)

  • foldable = pretty convenient- stereo adapter was a nice addition- pretty good budget phones for 25 bucksCons:- even when volume is turned up, even the slightest outside noise can still be
  • It might still be noted that the specs claim that these 'phones have "maximum isolation" which I still think is false advertising
  • These phones have been my favorites for almost 10 years
  • With decent sound material, these phones can sound pretty good
  • these are very good head phones for the music junkie that likes bass and decent sounds
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Reviews around value (4.30 of 5)

  • BUT, when playing the music from a high-quality source, a component CD player, the value bumps up another notch, 7/10
  • Perhaps the Grado RS-1s are slightly better, but at 20x the price (30.00 vs. 600.00), I the Koss UR40's are a much better value and not giving up much in sound quality.
  • 10/10Really, the value is superb for $25 at Amazon, but I was lucky to steal these for much less elsewhere.
  • Although if they did that as bad as they made these things they'd get killed
  • They are not high-end quality, but an exceptional value for the price & highly recommended.
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Reviews around comfort (4.26 of 5)

  • Good overall headphones with good sound and great comfort
  • If the earpieces would just elongate by one more notch, the comfort would be perfect
  • , these have insane comfort
  • When I found out they were made by Koss and were still available, I ordered these right away, Not disappointed a bit, still the same outstanding sound and comfort I remember
  • In summary, - Pro: Comfort is phenomenal, and is basically the only reason I order them
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Reviews around balance (4.16 of 5)

  • Although if they did that as bad as they made these things they'd get killed
  • Still going strong and sound as great as ever - somebody said these were as close to perfect as you can get
  • Still going strong and sound as great as ever - somebody said these were as close to perfect as you can get
  • These headphones are not bad sounding for the price, but they have one fatal flaw: Anyone sitting in a ten foot radius can hear your music just as well as you can
  • I was immediately pretty happy with the balanced sound as well how lightweight and comfortable they were for $30, but the thing I was disapointed by most was the fact they are indeed open headphones
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Reviews around price (4.12 of 5)

  • they are very affordable and have a good price to quality ratio
  • Hi!My old headphones died after 2 years and I wanted to have a new one with the same sound quality and for a cheap price
  • Overall a 4/5 - Amazing for it's price, comfortable around the head, but it sometimes pinches the hair :(
  • If "price is an object" and you love value, then you could not do better than a pair of these at around $25 or so.
  • I also had good experiences with other Koss headphones (in ear monitors) in the past, so I expected quality for a good price
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Reviews around music (4.08 of 5)

  • so they are not recommended for those who prefer total isolated music
  • Still, the quality of sound is quite good and allows me to hear the music well enough to do accurate transcriptions
  • I am not an audiophile, but I do enjoy my music coming out smooth.
  • I would recommend these headphones to anyone who love music and who have a good mp3 player like Cowon or Sony
  • Music quality good...at least, quite good for using for travel, and helps keep noise out too.
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Reviews around bass (3.92 of 5)

  • I had went to his house and tried them, only to hear the same muddy mids and highs, and unpleasant bass
  • Nice Clear sound and very comfortable. got a nice punchy bass and clear mids
  • The lightweight and good bass makes these a good pick for computer gaming IMHO; but if you have a noisy machine beware - the open design lets all outside sound through.
  • They are very comfortable, and very nice to look at, and have more than enough bass
  • They do not boom out the bass, and they match the limitations of an iPod, a boombox CD player, or a portable CD Discman-type player well
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Reviews around koss (3.86 of 5)

  • In my opinion these $30 Koss UR40 sound better than those sets costing more than $200.The bass is stronger on these and the treble clear and clean
  • There is an amount of sound leakageNeedless to say, I highly, highly recommend the Koss UR40
  • But to get to the short of it, the Koss UR40 do sound pretty damn good
  • Sound like the vintage Koss sound they're known for for years
  • I checked the music with another set of headphones and the Koss UR40 was definitely bad.
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Reviews around pair (3.28 of 5)

  • Unfortunately, my pair got stolen while I was in college, but they were my favorite headphones
  • That said, I am still capable of rating a few of those aspects commonly sought in a good pair of cans
  • This particular pair had me a little apprehensive due to the open-air design on the back/outer shell
  • I'd say that if you want a good pair for occasional use these should do
  • The search for a good pair of headphones for me continues.
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Reviews around plastic (2.09 of 5)

  • These headphones are not bad sounding for the price, but they have one fatal flaw: Anyone sitting in a ten foot radius can hear your music just as well as you can
  • pads fit me just fineThey're not made of the most strong ABS plastic, but as long as you handle these headphones responsibly, they shouldn't break on you anytime soon
  • For these worthies, the phones are worth $50-65, despite their cheap plastic exterior
  • Still going strong and sound as great as ever - somebody said these were as close to perfect as you can get
  • The plastic on one of the "arms" broke within just a few weeks and now the earpiece won't stay connected to the headphones.
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Reviews around wire (1.85 of 5)

  • Cons-The wire is a bit short.-I don't know if you can call this a con because the sound is good for the price, but not Bose quality.
  • but I prefer that since then the wires can't get messed up or broken as easily.
  • Slightly delicate wiring used may make them less long-lasting to those who pack them in a backpack of briefcase for use, but for regular use with care they will, and have, lasted a long time.
  • The wire is pretty thin though, but it makes the wire so much more lightweight and manageable, and although it's thin it really feels solid
  • Not for children - they will screw up the cabling within weeks (or sooner if they fall asleep with them on - they'll screw up the tiny fragile wiring in a New York minute) - had to send them back twice - and Koss just sent a brand new set back
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More about Koss UR40 Collapsible Over-Ear Headphones

  • Product Packaging:Standard Packaging Product Description The UR40 delivers digital quality sound in an ultra-lightweight design for listeners on-the-go
  • The UR40 features dynamic elements for a wide frequency response from 15-22,000 Hz
  • A 2 mil
  • titanium coating on its diaphragms increases the rigidity of the elements, minimizing mechanical distortion and ensuring exceedingly accurate sound reproduction
  • Computer-optimized neodymium iron boron rare earth magnet structures enable the UR40 to deliver greater volume, even with low-voltage portable devices
  • Oxygen-free copper voice coils improve signal transmission and conduction for cleaner, clearer sound
  • With its hybrid design, the UR40 combines the best of closed-style and open-style headphones
  • Closed leatherette earcushions form a light seal around the ears, enhancing bass frequencies
  • Screened earcups provide an open, hear-through sound that lets listeners stay in touch with the world around them
  • The result is a full frequency, clean sound that turns any recording into a "live" performance.At just over six ounces the UR40 wears comfortably even after hours of continuous listening
  • The airy mesh sling provides soft breathable support, ideal for those with touch-sensitive scalps
  • An adjustable headband accommodates all head shapes and sizes for maximum comfort
  • When not in use, the resilient, lightweight frame folds into a compact configuration that's protective, easy to carry and convenient to store
  • Perfect for travel, the UR40 includes a straight dual-entry eight foot cord
  • A gold-flashed 3.5mm (1/8") plug, L-shaped to minimize cord stress is included.The UR40 will delight listeners seeking heavyweight sound in a comfortable lightweight package. Amazon.com Home and portable audio take on fresh life with quality headphones, and Koss's lightweight, closed-ear UR40 is designed to keep outside noises out and headphone sound in--perfect for use in busses and libraries alike
  • With its extended frequency range of 15 to 22,000 Hz, you'll never miss a single bass note or want for high-frequency splash or shimmer
  • The UR40's titanium driver elements ensure taut low end and clear treble, while its collapsible headband design further lends it to portable applications and protects the headphone when not in use
  • The headphone comes with a four-foot, dual-entry cord and a .25-inch stereo adapter for use with hi-fi components
  • What's in the Box Headphones, adapter plug, user's manual, warranty information. See all Product description