Sennheiser HD 350BT Wireless Over-Ear Headphones - Black

Ordered late Thursday night, annnd... These arrived approx 10am TODAY (a Saturday?!**). A-N-Y-W-A-Y. I haven't taken the headphones off yet - and it's after 3pm now.
BECAUSE - Sennheiser are awesome and know their audience. The headphones arrived 80% charged, right out of the box (many are 50% charged. However, 80% is a nice extra mile. Thank you, Sennheiser).
BUT! THEE BIGGEST MOST IMPORTANT FYI - For anyone who's put off by the lack of 3.5mm jack (I don't understand why no one else has tested/mentioned this yet??)
THESE HEADPHONES DON'T *NEED* A 3.5mm JACK - BECAUSE YOU CAN LISTEN WHILE YOU CHARGE THEM! SORTED*** (e.g. via whatever sou...view more Ordered late Thursday night, annnd... These arrived approx 10am TODAY (a Saturday?!**). A-N-Y-W-A-Y. I haven't taken the headphones off yet - and it's after 3pm now.
BECAUSE - Sennheiser are awesome and know their audience. The headphones arrived 80% charged, right out of the box (many are 50% charged. However, 80% is a nice extra mile. Thank you, Sennheiser).
BUT! THEE BIGGEST MOST IMPORTANT FYI - For anyone who's put off by the lack of 3.5mm jack (I don't understand why no one else has tested/mentioned this yet??)
THESE HEADPHONES DON'T *NEED* A 3.5mm JACK - BECAUSE YOU CAN LISTEN WHILE YOU CHARGE THEM! SORTED*** (e.g. via whatever source - be it wall charger, power bank - if you don't have one of the latter in 2021? Shame on you, right?). Please don't grumble re having a charging cable in the way - you'd have an aux one there anyway. Sooo...get a niiice, flexi, braided cable to carry with your power bank just in case these need a top up when you're jetsetting around the world.
Because that 30 hour battery? Unlikely to go flat unless you really are flying high for more than a day and a bit (or you're forgetful re charging everything. I need to charge lights on the regular, so everything of mine gets checked/charged/topped up where needed.****
Incidentally? That 80% charge? Jumped quicker than a flash to 90% when I - VERY BRIEFLY - plugged the headphones in to check whether you can simultaneously listen and charge. I plugged in to a Momax fast charger with compatible cable (both also courtesy of PBT - thanks!) for LESS than TWO MINS (I went to grab a photo off my printer, and the particular charger I chose to test with wasn't close enough; plus I was sitting uncomfortably on the floor - that's your proof, take or leave).
SO! The 350's charge like wildfire, too.
AND? The 80%? Hadn't actually shifted from 80 since I put them on (almost five hours ago), despite cranking these at full/almost full volume for most of that time (yes, I am looking forward to going deaf, thanks!).
So - the 350's hold their charge well, too.
The passive noise cancelling? IS A THING - I tested clicking my fingers, loudly, in front of my face...depending on what part of a track was playing? I heard nout. Zip. Nada. And in quieter moments? The finger clicking was barely perceptible. GOODBYE OUTSIDE WORLD (I won't miss you, Traffic Noise, Piped In Shop Music Sh*te, et al - I really won't). NC - I've never been a fan, and with the 350's? Redundant anyway. Awesome.
Another plus - I wear glasses. NO EAR/HEAD PAIN after this - decent - first run. The cushy pads? Are super cushy. A welcome change.
The 350's are comfy to wear all round here - cover le ears; no glasses annoyance; no shifting on head; ear cushions are lush, etc.
And while the headband might not seem very well padded? It hasn't been a major issue for me (however I do have hair to help pad things up top. People who lack? Milage may vary).
SOUND - *IS* as good as the reviewers all over the web say. It's the majority's main drawcard based on the reviews I read before buying.
And reviews I did read. Because many have dismissed these headphones based on 'cheap' feeling build (and that missing 3.5mm jack - interestingly, not one review mentioned being able to charge these AND listen. Weird!).
However. Reviewers I read said sound to cost ratio is THE major plus with these headphones, edging out any build/materials misgivings they might have had - and it's true. The sound is 'typical' Sennheiser - a great range, with clear highs/mid, and rich bass - even BT 4.2 devices that support the HD codecs, which my Moto G7 certainly does.
Next one is a small thing, though I like it - the Bluetooth Connection Lady is Brit, innit - makes a nice (small, irrelevant) change.
THE CONTROLS - No issues here. The volume 'rocker' button has a dot on the 'up' end, so, braille your way around from that. Face-wards is On/Off. Back of head-wards is a switch I'm not overly impressed with, though it's functional, sure (that build thing reviewers mention, perhaps) - move it back/forwards for track choice, and press once each for Play/Pause. Sennheiser could have/should have (?) made it another button like the volume one instead of what it is, but hey.
Another button right up the back of right ear (the side all controls are on), is presumably the call answer/end one. I haven't used it yet, and likely won't, because these are music-only headphones for me.
However. I just went to remove the headphones from my head, and that fwd/back switch? Yeah, I knocked it. Something to be mindful of. I don't mind listening to the beginning of the same track again this time...but if unco, it could get annoying. Fortunately? It's separated by enough of a gap from the volume button and opposite side to On/Off, thus not abysmal design - a saving grace.
My final TL;DR note? If you don't buy a pair of these? You're quite insane.
I'm buying another pair to prep for the apocalypse.
PBTech are awesome and deliver. And when things aren't quite right? They make that effort. Happy repeat customer here.
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** What the...CourierPost actually work weekends? Considering they mess up EVERY delivery to my house? Saturday delivery was A THING to behold. I had to check it *was actually Saturday.
*** (Has no one tested that charge/listen thing because we're used to cans that go dead while charging? Fair call - other cans of mine do that.
However. My spidey senses told me to test with these ones - because I had an inkling Sennheiser wouldn't let us down; or USB-C; or something something something...annnnnd, I was right. Bless your cotton socks, Sennheiser).
**** (Yes, I have a zillion fast wall chargers and cables...particularly thanks to PBT's specials and sales).

It's slightly tight for large heads, otherwise comfortable. Good quality audio with good noise suppression from the beefy leather pad. My only deal-breaker in some scenarios would be sidetone. Sidetone allows you to hear everything around you using its good quality microphone. This, however, can be infuriating in some scenarios. I play Halo Infinite. Whenever I get past the start screen, sidetone activates because of the party feature; even when you're playing the campaign. So I can hear everything around me in Real life while playing this game. This is horrible, and I have searched everywhere for a way to completely disable this feature, but...view more It's slightly tight for large heads, otherwise comfortable. Good quality audio with good noise suppression from the beefy leather pad. My only deal-breaker in some scenarios would be sidetone. Sidetone allows you to hear everything around you using its good quality microphone. This, however, can be infuriating in some scenarios. I play Halo Infinite. Whenever I get past the start screen, sidetone activates because of the party feature; even when you're playing the campaign. So I can hear everything around me in Real life while playing this game. This is horrible, and I have searched everywhere for a way to completely disable this feature, but no method for this model of Sennhisers exists, at least for Windows 11. So I have to use my old worn down headphones if I want to have a comfortable experience, which I shouldn't have to do.

If you're playing, or even doing anything that requires a microphone at all, even when it's not these headphones that are being used, sidetone activates, which is extremely annoying. If you play or watch anything that doesn't require a microphone, good headphones. If whatever you are doing requires a microphone, even when you're not using that feature at all, beware.

great headset great headset

I got these primarily for use when on the go so I could listen to music. I am amazed at the sound quality and comfort. My ears get a little warm after and hour or so of listening, but nothing too bad.
The battery life is amazing, I can listen for 2 to 3 days for several hours a day before even thinking about charging.
The lag for watching videos is almost imperceptable most of the time.
I definitely recommend these headphones. I got these primarily for use when on the go so I could listen to music. I am amazed at the sound quality and comfort. My ears get a little warm after and hour or so of listening, but nothing too bad.
The battery life is amazing, I can listen for 2 to 3 days for several hours a day before even thinking about charging.
The lag for watching videos is almost imperceptable most of the time.
I definitely recommend these headphones.

Had endless trouble with the headset feature of these. They work fine as headphones, but the headset (microphone) functionality is a nightmare. They are frequently not recognised as having a microphone, and endless trawling through system settings, drivers, Sennheiser 'help', etc. came up a blank. If you only want them to listen they're fine (if not the most comfortable) but I honestly cannot recommend them for communication at all. Had endless trouble with the headset feature of these. They work fine as headphones, but the headset (microphone) functionality is a nightmare. They are frequently not recognised as having a microphone, and endless trawling through system settings, drivers, Sennheiser 'help', etc. came up a blank. If you only want them to listen they're fine (if not the most comfortable) but I honestly cannot recommend them for communication at all.

I bought these headphones in Feb of 2022 on special and they've been with me ever since, I use them everyday and moment of the day. The battery life and sound quality is outstanding and I honestly couldn't live without them. They're so comfortable even with a crap ton of ear piercings, but since I've had them for so long there is a weird jumpscare noise that happens once every two days, it sounds like a ballon being picked at and it's really loud but only lasts for a second. I love these headphones and never wish to get rid of them, epic and rad purchase! definitely recommend when on sale. I bought these headphones in Feb of 2022 on special and they've been with me ever since, I use them everyday and moment of the day. The battery life and sound quality is outstanding and I honestly couldn't live without them. They're so comfortable even with a crap ton of ear piercings, but since I've had them for so long there is a weird jumpscare noise that happens once every two days, it sounds like a ballon being picked at and it's really loud but only lasts for a second. I love these headphones and never wish to get rid of them, epic and rad purchase! definitely recommend when on sale.

It is easy to use and easy to connect with Bluetooth. It has clear sound and great capabilities in use. Please go a head. It is easy to use and easy to connect with Bluetooth. It has clear sound and great capabilities in use. Please go a head.

These are excellent value for money headphones. Not too heavy and well balanced sound that can be adjusted via the sennheiser app. These are excellent value for money headphones. Not too heavy and well balanced sound that can be adjusted via the sennheiser app.

I bought the Sennheiser HD 350 BT headphones for one reason; to listen to music while on my daily walk. It is the first pair of wireless Bluetooth headphones I have had and I am enjoying my experience thus far. ( I have been using it for a couple of months.) The sound quality is good and the unit stays securely on my head, (unlike the HD 100 on-ear set I also own which has a tendency to "slide" should I bend forward.) The set is reasonably comfortable but I would not like to wear it for longer than about an hour: should it have the comfort of the HD 569 ( which I also own and use for listening to music at home) I would be even happier. I bought the Sennheiser HD 350 BT headphones for one reason; to listen to music while on my daily walk. It is the first pair of wireless Bluetooth headphones I have had and I am enjoying my experience thus far. ( I have been using it for a couple of months.) The sound quality is good and the unit stays securely on my head, (unlike the HD 100 on-ear set I also own which has a tendency to "slide" should I bend forward.) The set is reasonably comfortable but I would not like to wear it for longer than about an hour: should it have the comfort of the HD 569 ( which I also own and use for listening to music at home) I would be even happier.

bought instore and very happy with them, great sound but the buttons were a little confusing but sweet as now bought instore and very happy with them, great sound but the buttons were a little confusing but sweet as now

The overall build quality is good, sound is nice, and is good at blocking out even thought it isn't noise cancelling. Reason why I'm leaving a negative review is because of how uncomfortable they are. If your ears are a bit bigger or stick out a bit more than the average person, these will not be comfortable for you as an over/around ear headphone The overall build quality is good, sound is nice, and is good at blocking out even thought it isn't noise cancelling. Reason why I'm leaving a negative review is because of how uncomfortable they are. If your ears are a bit bigger or stick out a bit more than the average person, these will not be comfortable for you as an over/around ear headphone

They great sound and easy-to-use They great sound and easy-to-use