NAD - C 558 Belt-Drive Turntable - Black
Model: C558
SKU: 1671144
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Customers commend the C 558 Belt-Drive Turntable for its exceptional sound quality, with many praising its ability to produce a rich and immersive listening experience. The comfortable design is also frequently highlighted, with users noting the soft earcups and comfortable headband make for enjoyable extended listening sessions. There were no negative customer comments reported.
After reading many reviews lauding the sound and features of the M4U2s from PSB, I picked up a pair (on sale for $100 off no less). I actually ordered from two different vendors due to some comments about quality control varying from batch to batch. Unfortunately one pair had a super tight and creaky headband that sounded one flex from snapping and the other had malfunctioning noise cancellation and a stuck earpiece. If you're lucky enough to find a pair without any issues or are okay with the ones that you find, this really is a great sounding set that is still worth a listen. The key here is a built in amp for "active listening" and noise cancelling modes. It really brings out the music and fills out the lows without overpowering the highs. PSB is at heart a speaker company, and along with the NAD Visos, these headphones truly sound like you're listening to a great set of room speakers. It's a full, warm sound that still maintains clarity to hear details in each song. It easily bests Bose and Beats in terms of sound quality with noise cancelling on, although the cancellation itself is no where near as strong as Bose. Even in passive mode however it does sound great (so no worries if batteries die, unlike Bose). But as good as they sound, headphones are meant to be worn, and so must be comfortable and hold up to some movement. The pads are great and easily replaced, and the headband padding is also soft. But put them on and you'll look like a meme. These stick out a good 2-3 inches on each side, and the design itself makes the overall shape very rectangular. It doesn't sit super well on the head and gets heavy after a while. Plus it's not the most portable, with the carrying case itself the size of a small textbook. All in all, if sound quality is what you seek, give these a try, especially if you want a pair with noise cancellation. Were it not for the build issues I'd have given it 4-stars and a definite recommendation, but until they address this quality control issue, I can't.
Posted by zxcgh09
I go through multiple sets of headphones each year for myself and my team. I am constantly looking for durable, high quality headphones that don't hurt my ears. These are so far fitting the bill, great noise cancelling and the over ear construction so far seems very good and soft on my ears. Great product for the money as well.
Posted by Hermite2000
Not quite as sleek looking as Bose QC 25 and a little heavier but sound quality is great
This review is from PSB Speakers - M4U 2 Over-the-Ear Headphones - High Gloss White
Posted by Vinnie
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