Great clear sound, comfy to wear, great range

There are many different kinds of wireless audio equipment available today.

Excellent wireless audio transmission, Intelligent high-performance controls, Multi-purpose transmissions, Great charging port, Comfortable ear-pads, Reliable audio quality, Great bass feature, 2-year warranty included, Strong connection even through walls

Not portable, No Bluetooth option, Can distort voices on surround sound mode

Some music lovers prefer the experience of headphones over in-room speakers. For music, especially two-channel music, I can certainly understand the appeal. Headphones are a cost-effective way to get great sound and the perfect solution for shared spaces where quiet listening environments are the...

The home theater-focused wireless headphones category is, compared with the larger realm of Bluetooth headphones, a niche market. Sennheiser continues to fill it with quality offerings, however.

Powerful wireless audio output; Digital and analog inputs; Bass mode increases low-end dramatically, but can be disabled; Excellent transmission-never stuttered during testing, even through walls

Sound signature is quite sculpted. Can distort in Bass mode on deep bass tracks at high volumes. Not portable; only for home use

These do what the 165 didn't. They allow my husband to hear the TV perfectly while we watch it at normal volume. The 165 were a waste of time. The 175 are perfect.

Sounds good but having trouble with optical cable and my system so not getting all that earphones are supposed to put out.

Like many city dwellers, apartment living has forced a lot of compromises when it comes to my setting up a workable home theater system. The limited amount of space and the nearness of neighbours necessitates creative solutions which wireless headphones can easily solve.

It was easy to set up. I put the optical input from the TV and the analog from the headphone out on the PC. Sound quality on both is very good. The acoustic isolation from outside the ear shell is better than my noise cancelling headphones!

Sennheiser's new RF-based wireless headphone system is easy to set up and delivers strong performance for both movie watching and music listening.

The Sennheiser RS 175 RF Wireless Headphone System offers impressive wireless sound; a comfortable fit and extended range (through walls); and easily connects to your TV; computer or any audio source with the included cables.

Somewhat pricey compared with Bluetooth options; base station/charging stand feels a little cheap.

What are the best wireless headphones for watching TV?

Sennheiser's new RF-based wireless headphone system is easy to set up and delivers strong performance for both movie watching and music listening.

The Sennheiser RS 175 RF Wireless Headphone System offers impressive wireless sound, a comfortable fit and extended range (through walls), and easily connects to your TV, computer or any audio source with the included cables; Connection is rock-solid and features include faux surround and bass boost modes.

Somewhat pricey compared with Bluetooth options; base station/charging stand feels a little cheap.