The $279.95 Sennheiser RS 170 is a set of wireless headphones with a base unit that doubles as a transmitter and a battery charger. One of the nicest things a reviewer can say about wireless headphones is that they don't sound like wireless headphones, and the RS 170 certainly succeeds on that score. Connectivity is limited to just one analog input, which might be a deal breaker for some potential buyers, but the idea is that you hook up the transmitter to your TV or AV receiver, and then run your sources, like your cable box, Blu-ray player, or games, etc., through the TV or receiver. If that's what you're looking to do, the RS 170 is definitely worthy of your consideration.

The RS 170 continues Sennheiser's unchanging dedication to sonic clarity and they're well worth the price for anyone looking to grab wireless sound from a TV, AV receiver, cable box, or game console.

The Sennheiser RS 170 is a full-size set of headphones with Kleer wireless technology that delivers CD-quality sound.

The awkward placement of the controls on the right earcup may require a longer learning curve for some users; and the transmitter/charger base lacks digital inputs.

The $279.95 Sennheiser RS 170 is a set of wireless headphones with a base unit that doubles as a transmitter and a battery charger. One of the nicest things a reviewer can say about wireless headphones is that they don't sound like wireless headphones, and the RS 170 certainly succeeds on that...

The Sennheiser RS 170 is a full-size set of headphones with Kleer wireless technology that delivers CD-quality sound

The awkward placement of the controls on the right earcup may require a longer learning curve for some users; and the transmitter/charger base lacks digital inputs

The $279.95 Sennheiser RS 170 is a set of wireless headphones with a base unit that doubles as a transmitter and a battery charger. One of the nicest things a reviewer can say about wireless headphones is that they don't sound like wireless headphones, and the RS 170 certainly succeeds on that...

The; is a full-size set of headphones with Kleer wireless technology that delivers CD-quality sound

The awkward placement of the controls on the right earcup may require a longer learning curve for some users; and the transmitter/charger base lacks digital inputs

After wasting money on TV Ears headphones, and doing A LOT of research on numerous websites before spending money on these headphones, I chose these Sennheiser headphones and have not regretted it at all. The headphones are comfy on your head and the sound is crystal clear.

Crutchfield has collected 19 user reviews for this product with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars. The most recent reviewer said, "I reviewed many wireless sets of headphones from $100 to $600. I thought I would give the Sennheiser RS 170 a chance.

I bought for myself a Sennheiser RS-170. I am an audio and video lover and my previous (several ones) headphones were not up to my satisfaction level because either the quality of the sound (hiss, interferences, etc.) or reach.

These are the finest headphones I have ever used including 'wired'Only slight negative is the very small buttons for volume etc but am getting used to using them.

Great sound quality but the buttons on the headset are very difficult (virtually impossible) to use. In addition, the buttons on the control button can't be pressed with one hand - must use one hand to hold the base while the other presses the button.

Terrible ergonomics

The sound quality provided by the Sennheiser RS 170s makes them one of the best sets of wireless headphones we've ever used.

You won't be carrying Sennheiser's RS 170 headphones around with you when you're travelling, but they're an excellent choice when you want to sit at home and wallow in your favourite tunes.

Excellent audio quality; long-range wireless transmitter

Expensive; bulky Kleer transmitter