Sennheiser HD 438 review: Sennheiser HD 438
Sporting an oddly shaped decal that could be compared to some sort of chrome hubcaps, the HD 438 headphones are a closed-back design, with cushioned fabric padding surrounding the ears. The main body is made of lightweight plastic which appears to be fairly durable but they don't deliver the most appealing tactile experience. That said, they're incredibly well balanced in terms of tightness and resistance once they are on the head, and after a few hours of listening they are still comfortable to wear. It's like a little cocoon enveloping your ears and thanks to the closed style they do a pretty good job of muting outside noise, meaning they're good for use on public transport and even for travelling — if you buy a separate carrying case.
The HD 438 just falls shy of a fully immersive audio experience, but these mid-range headphones are very comfortable for the home listener.
Incredibly comfortable; Good treble and vocal response; Different cable lengths included.
No volume control on headphone lead; Bass isn't as heavy or deep as stated on the box.