Typical price: £70
What is it: Sound-isolating earphones
What we think: Stunning all-rounders with terrific bass, but at the cost of very high-end detail
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 28 November 2007
Tags: Denon, Denon AH-C551 earphones, accessories, hi-fi, aluminium
We like:
Sound quality; price; build; excellent bass performance; hard case supplied
We don't like:
Doesn't use Denon C700 cabling; slightly weaker with highs compared to lows and mids
You might also need:
A music player; 6.3mm adaptor
CNET UK judgement:
Within the top three sub-£100 earphone models, the Denon C551s are absolutely stunning all-rounders, with clean, powerful bass performance. Combined with the supplied carry case and gold-plated connections, these are remarkable 'phones for the price
Full review:
Denon often impresses us with its headphone and earphone products, and today we're hoping to add another model to a list. Continue Reading...
Denon AH-C551 earphones History
22 Feb 2008 in Reviews
It doesn't have to cost the Earth to replace your MP3 player's standard earphones. Whether you need them for the gym or for your portable video player, check out some excellent options that won't break the bank
19 Nov 2007 in Crave
Ears-on with Denon's C551 earphones
We get our lug holes around Denon's brand-new C551 earphones -- a more affordable version of the C750 model, but offering comparable sound quality
Latest user reviews
July 16, 2008
Posted by: dmr
"Almost, but not quite"
June 16, 2008
Posted by: joy12345
"Pricey but worth every penny"
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