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At a glance
- Brand
- Yamaha
- Type
- Over-Ear
- Fit
- -
- Connection
- Wired
- Noise cancelling
- No
- Released
- 2018
The Yamaha PRO 500 headphones feature ultra-premium drivers, rigid high-grade aluminum alloy earcups, and an over-ear design for superb noise isolation, delivering a clear and enveloping sound experience.
The HearWiki takeAI-condensed
The Yamaha HPH-PRO500 are wired over-ear headphones built with ultra-premium dynamic drivers and sturdy aluminum alloy earcups, designed for a clear and immersive listening experience. They rely on passive isolation from their over-ear fit rather than active noise cancellation, and offer foldable portability with a detachable cable for convenience.
What works
- Ultra-premium dynamic drivers for detailed sound
- Rigid aluminum alloy earcups for durability
- Foldable design for easy transport
- Detachable 3.5mm cable for replacement flexibility
- Passive isolation from over-ear fit
What doesn't
- No active noise cancellation
- Wired only, no wireless connectivity
- On-ear controls limited to buttons
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Specifications
| Driver | dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
Audio
| Driver | dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
Features
| Active noise cancelling | No |
|---|---|
| Controls | buttons |
Design
| Foldable | Yes |
|---|---|
| Detachable cable | Yes |
| Connector | 3.5 mm |
Calls
| Microphones | 1 |
|---|---|
| Microphone type | electret |
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