Cingular Go Phone: Kicker 09HP541 DJ Style Over-the-Ear Stereo Headphone Review

Kicker has powered my car's stereo system for years with crisp highs and rich, resonant bass. With such a reputation for quality, it's little surprise that the HP541 Kicker headphones do everything they can to live up to the name. And after a few weeks with these headphones, I'd say they succeeded.

First off, the drawbacks. These headphones are large and somewhat heavy, so if you're looking for something to jog with, I'd honestly recommend something a bit lighter. They are a very snug fit, so if you don't like closed environment headphones, you probably won't dig these.

Onto the pluses, of which there are many. The headband is very comfortable to wear, even for extended durations. Audio quality is rich and sweet, pumping out appropriately crisp highs, rich middles, and booming lows. The bass response is surprisingly tight, which I first thought an issue, until I played a few games with them on. Every explosion was crisp and real, present without being distracting. The single connector is a pleasing change of pace for someone who has always used in-ear buds, and the two cables provided are of excellent quality, as well as the larger jack adapter. Bringing it all together is a handy carrying bag for everything. Noise cancelling is present without being overt. I use these primarily with a 30 GB Zune, and all it takes to remove nearby conversation and road noise is to send the volume up from 11 to 13(out of 20). Swivel cups make them an excellent companion for the discerning DJ or studio monitor, and the overall construction is sturdy and durable.

Ultimately, these are audiophile headphones without the audiophile price, and a welcome departure from my previous headphones, ranging from Sony monitor headphones to several varieties of Skullcandy. Even after sampling the impressive fidelity of Bose circumaural headphones, these still reign supreme.

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Product Description:
HP541 DJ-Style headphones with rotating ear cups, carrying pouch, detachable cord with extension, and 1/4" adapter. The HP541 is designed for unparalled comfort and sound quality.

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