Beats Mixr vs Sennheiser HD 25

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Mixr compared with HD 25
BeatsMixrSennheiserHD 25
Overview
Released20111988
Sound
TypeOn-earOn-ear
Noise cancellingNoNo
Back–Closed
Impedance–70 ohms
Bluetooth codecsNone (wired)None (wired)
Drivers–Dynamic, closed, with lightweight aluminium voice coils; 16 – 22,000 Hz; max. SPL 120 dB; THD < 0.3% at 1 kHz; load rating 200 mW
Noise cancelling detailPassive isolation from the ear pads, described by Digital DJ Tips; no active noise cancelling.–
Audio featuresDeveloped with David Guetta for DJ use; ear cups swivel 180 degrees and the headband slides for adjustment. Digital DJ Tips confirms a cable socket on each ear cup.–
Battery
Listening time (maker's claim)No battery (wired)No battery (wired)
Design
Weight–140 g
Headphone cableYesYes
ControlsRemote microphone cable supports playback, track skipping and scanning, calls, voice commands and volume. Functions vary by device; the maker guide lists iPod, iPhone, iPad, HTC, BlackBerry and Android.–
MicrophonesIn-line microphone on the remote cable described in the maker guide.–
Fit and ear tipsOn-ear fit identified by Digital DJ Tips, with shallow leatherette pads and metal ear-cup mounts. Apple's retained 2015 price list labels black and white Mixr as over-ear; the main classification follows the hands-on fit assessment. T3 describes an aluminium frame.On-ear (supra-aural), closed-back; contact pressure approx. 2.5 N; split headband; rotatable capsule for single-ear listening
Works withWired analogue audio through a detachable cable; remote functions depend on the connected device.Detachable single-sided cable, approx. 1.5 m, with 3.5 mm plug; screw-on 3.5 to 6.3 mm adapter
ColoursOriginal maker announcement lists black and white, in gloss or matte finishes; the two reviews tested later neon colours.–
In the boxDigital DJ Tips' reviewed package includes a carrying case, straight remote cable, short coiled DJ cable and 6.35 mm adapter; its sample was supplied without retail packaging. Bundles may differ.HD 25 headphones, detachable 1.5 m cable, screw-on 3.5 to 6.3 mm jack adapter, safety instructions

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