MOMENTUM

Released 2012

The original MOMENTUM are Sennheiser's 2012 wired, closed-back over-ear headphones for portable listening, with detachable cables and an inline remote for Apple devices.

Type: Over-ear
Noise cancelling: No
Battery: –
With case: –
Best codec: Wired
Weight: –

Over-ear

What reviewers say

Reviewers praised the balanced, detailed sound, sturdy materials and comfortable fit. What Hi-Fi? found the rigid headphones and case bulky for travel; The Absolute Sound noted that the ear cups could feel small for people with larger ears.

From whathifi.com and theabsolutesound.com

Specifications

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Sound

Type: Over-ear
Noise cancelling: No
Back: Closed
Impedance: 18 ohms
Bluetooth codecs: None (wired)
Drivers: Dynamic, closed-back transducers with neodymium magnets; 16–22,000 Hz; maximum SPL 110 dB; THD < 0.5%

Battery

Listening time (maker's claim): No battery (wired)

Design

Headphone cable: Yes
Controls: Detachable cable with inline microphone and remote for Apple devices; second plain cable included
Fit and ear tips: Circumaural ear cups with leather pads and stainless-steel headband
Works with: 3.5 mm analogue plug; 6.3 mm adaptor included
Colours: Brown; Black introduced in 2013
In the box: Headphones, plain cable, cable with remote and microphone, 3.5 mm to 6.3 mm adaptor, carry case