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Sennheiser HD 218i

Portable on-ear headphones with in-line remote and microphone

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No matter where you roam, Sennheiser's HD 218i headphones will bring you closer to your favorite tunes. You get dynamic, hard-hitting sound and a lightweight, portable design that's comfortable to wear for hours. The soft, closed-back earcups help screen out surrounding noise — the clatter of the train or the chatter of people sitting next to you — so you can immerse yourself in music. Sennheiser also designed the HD 218i in conjunction with Apple® to provide easy control of the music loaded on your iPhone®, iPod®, or iPad®.

Easy switching between calls and music
A three-button remote control built into the headphone cable lets you conveniently answer and end calls on your iPhone, control the volume of your calls or music, and pause, play, or skip through your songs. You can even take calls on your iPhone hands-free, thanks to an in-line microphone. The mic is specially designed to hone in on your voice so you won't have to worry about surrounding noises drowning you out.

Highlights:

  • on-ear design
  • closed back earcups for passive noise isolation
  • remote control/microphone features supported by iPhone 3GS and 4, iPad, and many newer iPods
  • built-in 3-button remote control lets you answer and end calls, turn the volume up and down, and control music playback
  • music playback supported by all iPod models
  • padded headband and individually adjustable soft foam earcups for a secure, comfortable fit
  • frequency response: 19-21,000 Hz
  • sensitivity: 108 dB
  • impedance: 24 ohms
  • total harmonic distortion: less than 0.5%
  • 47" single-sided cord with 3.5mm stereo mini plug
  • weight: 3.25 oz.
  • warranty: 2 years
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Features and Specs

Features and Specs
General
Type
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Portable
Style
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On-ear
Frequency Response
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19-21,000 Hz
Sensitivity
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108 dB
Impedance
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24 Ohms
Weight
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3.25 ounces
Cord Length
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47"
Airline Adapter Included
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No
iPod Control
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Yes
Volume Control
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Yes
Built-in Microphone
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Yes
Parts Warranty
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2 Years
Labor Warranty
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2 Years

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  • On-ear headphones (with attached 47" cord terminated by a 3.5mm connector)
  • Quick guide (English/ German/ French/ Italian/ Spanish/ Dutch/ Portuguese/ Japanese)

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Features

Closed On-Ear Design: The Sennheiser HD 218i's closed, on-ear design blocks outside noise, creating a controlled environment for better sound.

In-Line Remote Control: The Sennheiser HD 218i features an in-line remote control and microphone compatible with select iPods, iPhones, and iPads. Controls include volume, skip forward or backward, play, pause, accept call, reject call, end call, and engage Voice Control. Compatible iPhone/iPods include iPhone 4, iPhone 3GS, 2nd generation iPod classic (120GB), 3rd generation iPod classic (160GB, introduced in 2009), 2nd/3rd/4th generation iPod touch, 4th/5th/6th generation iPod nano, and 3rd/4th generation iPod shuffle.

Note: Only the in-line remote is incompatible with other iPods. Used only for listening, the HD 218i headphones are compatible with any iPod, iPhone, and any other device with a 3.5mm headphone jack.

Comfort Fit: The headphones offer a comfortable fit with soft-padded on-ear earpads and adjustable, padded headband.

Cord: The HD 218i headphones have a single-sided 47" straight cord terminated by a male 3.5mm connector.

Fold-Flat Design: The HD218is fold-flat for easy storage and travel.

 

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