Senal 1200 headphones on B&H for $59.99

I don't know if they are good enough acoustically, but that design with only the one head band will mean they will slip around as you bend over / move around.

Something like the Sennheiser HD25 might be a better solution
 
Basically, they have the same physical design as the 'industry standard' Sony MDR 7506. The manufacturer he stated "EQ Curve for Music and Monitoring" is a concern, though I don't think you can go wrong for $60. If you don't like em', keep them for a back up set or hand them out to a deserving director or scripty with an IFB. HPs are a personal preference item in terms of sound and comfort anyway.
I do like the looks of them, unlike those overpriced plastic POS designer HPs from Beats and others.
 
Last edited:
firehawk said:
Normally $149.99, now on for $59.99. Are these good headphones for field use monitoring?
Click to expand...

I haven't used the 1200 model, but I have used the 1000 model which is pretty much a clone of the Sony 7506 but with a detachable cable. From my experience the 1000 model can be used anywhere the Sony 7506 headphones can. The more expensive 1200 model appears to be tuned for music production, so it's not going to be as flat sounding as the 1000 model, something you don't want for video work.
 
Is the Senal line a BH in-house knockoff brand? They seem to have some other similar brands that you never see anywhere else; Ruggard cases and Watson batteries and chargers come to mind. This isn't a criticism, more curious than anything. I have had pretty good luck with Watson Batteries.

Grant
 
"Is the Senal line a B&H in-house knockoff brand?"
- Yes, both Senal and Auray are owned by the Gradus Group, a 'sister' company of B&H. Their corporate address is adjacent to the B&H 9th Ave 'super store'. I believe most of the products are made in the same country as other budget gear.

QUOTE=IronFilm;1986723317] I think you're thinking of a different Senal headphone:
Senal_SMH_1000/QUOTE]
- I was referring to the basic physical design.
 
I bought a pair the last time they were $60 (about 4 months ago). They're "ok" headphones, definitely not anything to write home to mom about. I purchased them to replace my sennheiser hd280's; the sennheisers have a better overall sound but the senal are more comfortable to wear over longer periods of time. I wanted use them in conjunction with my zoom f4 and ntg3 when I'm recording audio. These headphones are not good for that. They do not block out outside noises and you can easily be tricked into thinking you're picking up some sounds that the microphone isn't picking up. If you just want some headphone to listen to music on while you jog or to use to listen to movies on your laptop late at night so you won't disturb the wife, they're good for that.
 
Reggie Brown said:
I bought a pair the last time they were $60 (about 4 months ago). They're "ok" headphones, definitely not anything to write home to mom about. I purchased them to replace my sennheiser hd280's; the sennheisers have a better overall sound but the senal are more comfortable to wear over longer periods of time. I wanted use them in conjunction with my zoom f4 and ntg3 when I'm recording audio. These headphones are not good for that. They do not block out outside noises and you can easily be tricked into thinking you're picking up some sounds that the microphone isn't picking up. If you just want some headphone to listen to music on while you jog or to use to listen to movies on your laptop late at night so you won't disturb the wife, they're good for that.
Click to expand...

I use the Senn 280HDs and what I do like about them is the attenuation of outside sound. Also, they cover my entire ear which I prefer.

Grant
 
Reggie Brown said:
I bought a pair the last time they were $60 (about 4 months ago). They're "ok" headphones, definitely not anything to write home to mom about. I purchased them to replace my sennheiser hd280's; the sennheisers have a better overall sound but the senal are more comfortable to wear over longer periods of time. I wanted use them in conjunction with my zoom f4 and ntg3 when I'm recording audio. These headphones are not good for that. They do not block out outside noises and you can easily be tricked into thinking you're picking up some sounds that the microphone isn't picking up.
Click to expand...


I'm quite tempted to get these:

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/prod...udio_HN7506_HN_7506_High_Noise_Isolating.html

Even though they're expensive, they'll do a much better job at isolating, and at their core they'll still give the same sound we know well from the Sony 7506
 
IronFilm said:
I'm quite tempted to get these:

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/prod...udio_HN7506_HN_7506_High_Noise_Isolating.html

Even though they're expensive, they'll do a much better job at isolating, and at their core they'll still give the same sound we know well from the Sony 7506
Click to expand...

Trew has been busy. The headphones in the photo look like the typical aviation ear muffs which of course are made for attenuation. Apparently they gut of a pair of 7506's into the ear muffs and badabing, high attenuation headphones.

Grant
 
Reggie Brown said:
I bought a pair the last time they were $60 (about 4 months ago). They're "ok" headphones, definitely not anything to write home to mom about. I purchased them to replace my sennheiser hd280's; the sennheisers have a better overall sound but the senal are more comfortable to wear over longer periods of time. I wanted use them in conjunction with my zoom f4 and ntg3 when I'm recording audio. These headphones are not good for that. They do not block out outside noises and you can easily be tricked into thinking you're picking up some sounds that the microphone isn't picking up. If you just want some headphone to listen to music on while you jog or to use to listen to movies on your laptop late at night so you won't disturb the wife, they're good for that.
Click to expand...
Thank you, Reggie and everyone else.
I also own the Sennheiser hd280s. I was hoping this Senal 1200 was comparable but cheaper. Sounds like it's not what I need.
 
firehawk said:
I probably need to step up to something like this, after thinking more about it. It would be great to have a pair of headphones that isolate A LOT.
Click to expand...

I've used the Remote Audio high-noise cans on a couple of jobs at a car race track. They do a great job on isolation and sound just like Sony 7506 cans, but think if you REALLY need and want that amount of isolation. Like...isn't it nice to hear sounds around you just for safety? Sure, you can slip one side partly off your ear, but then you lose the isolation. Also, they also get a bit hot. I don't own them, the production (which does a lot of auto stuff), and they're great for certain situations.
http://remoteaudio.com/products/hearing/high-noise-headset/

But they're expensive. Me, I carry spare 7506 cans and would rather spend money on other stuff. They are pretty cool, though. See if you can try a pair before dropping money on them...find a pal who covers airports, auto racing, or whatever...They're likely to have a pair.


As for Senal, for me as an audio guy, I don't compromise on headphones. Not worth saving a few bucks on knockoffs for such important tools. I know how the cans I use work, what they do and don't hype, and how to use them to monitor my audio so I deliver good tracks and a good mix.
 
I think if I was mixing at a cart, then I'd absolutely want a pair of Remote Audio HN-7506, but for my usual boom op / mixer one man army sound department, then I think my current Sony 7506 probably make more sense.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top