Koss PRO-4 AA vintage headpones

[Marco]

Hi Alex,

{Discussion moved from the music room}

No chance - 3,000 odd members of AoS have just added "Ross RE-272" to their favourite ebay searches! (No? oh, ok, well maybe 1 has! )

Lol, yeah I kinda thought that, so I've just bought these instead (always fancied a pair of 'retro' headphones):





Info here: http://www.hifiheadphones.co.uk/koss...rodid-564.html


They're basically these classic 70s headphones, only new (hey, they're not originals, but they'll be guaranteed to work!):









Should be nice

Marco.

[Alex_UK]

Ahh man, they rock! Do you know what, I think we should all join Andre in about 1971 and tell the rest of history to f*** right off! Got my eye on a pair of 'phones that I can join the party (7) with - you just need to start growing the 70's porn star moustache - in time for Scalford - dare ya!

[Marco]

Churz, dude - I think so, too

Lol - I would do it if I suited a 'tash... I just look (even more) gay than usual with one!

Beechy's yer top man for gay 'tashes, though, hahaha..... The one he used to have was a belter!!

In the late 70s I used to have a pair of brown (what other colour would they be, lol?) Koss headphones with individual volume controls, the slider type on each ear, and they sounded fab, so hopefully these will also do the biz.

I like the description:

The Koss 4AA full size close back headphones features dynamic elements for wide frequency response. This full-size professional quality stereophone has long been the headphone of choice for broadcast and recording professionals whose careers demand reliable equipment and superior performance.

As the first dynamic stereophone to deliver true full frequency, high-fidelity performance, the PRO4AA set the standard when it was introduced in its original form in 1970. In the late 1980s after long service, it was retired and replaced by a newer model. Customers clamored for its return, and by 1988 it was brought back by popular demand. Since then, though we've incorporated performance-enhancing technology and updated its style, the essence of the PRO4AA remains unchanged and it continues to set the standard for performance and reliability today.

The PRO4AA features dynamic elements for an exceptionally wide frequency response from 10-25,000 Hz. Designed for frequent use over extended periods, the PRO4AA's durable steel and rubber headband is generously padded. Adjustable slide bars ensure a snug fit, also critical for hearing every note and keeping unwanted sounds out.

Whether you are a sound professional or simply love music, the PRO4AA will deliver excellent isolation, accurate sound reproduction, and the excitement of a live performance to your recording.

Marco.

[Barry]

Hi Alex,



Lol, yeah I kinda thought that, so I've just bought these instead (always fancied a pair of 'retro' headphones):





Info here: http://www.hifiheadphones.co.uk/koss...rodid-564.html


They're basically these classic 70s headphones, only new (hey, they're not originals, but they'll be guaranteed to work!):









Should be nice

Marco.

Good one Marco,

I have a pair of Koss Electrostatic headphones (ESP-6) and they're horrid: uncomfortable to wear and have an unbalanced sound. If only I had bought the Pro 4AAs, much, much better (if you like headphones that is )

Have been on the look out for a pair but always seem to miss the eBay appearances.

Regards

[Marco]

Hi Barry,

Good one Marco,

I have a pair of Koss Electrostatic headphones (ESP-6) and they're horrid: uncomfortable to wear and have an unbalanced sound. If only I had bought the Pro 4AAs, much, much better (if you like headphones that is...

I thought they'd be up your street

Apparently the broadcasters at the BBC used them a lot? Yes I do like headphones. This is my third pair! I find them useful for listening to music late at night when Del's asleep.

Nick Gorham (the chap who modified my Lentek head amp) is building me a bespoke all-valve headphone amplifier, so I thought to go with the valves, I should have a pair of retro headphones

Technically, they probably won't be as good as my AKG 701s, but they'll add a touch of nostalgia, which is always fun!

I wonder if Andre will like them?

Have been on the look out for a pair but always seem to miss the eBay appearances.

You just mised a pair: http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Vintage-1971-K...item5adee409dd

TBH, I'd go for the new ones - they seem identical to the originals, minus the sweaty stains from someone's manky nut!

Marco.

[Rare Bird]

Hi Alex,



Lol, yeah I kinda thought that, so I've just bought these instead (always fancied a pair of 'retro' headphones):



Info here: http://www.hifiheadphones.co.uk/koss...rodid-564.html


They're basically these classic 70s headphones, only new (hey, they're not originals, but they'll be guaranteed to work!):







Should be nice

Marco.

Actually i've had those & they are no way near as good imho. The jack plug makes mincemeat out of that one

[Marco]

Lol - I'll let you know what I think when I get mine

What do you mean by: "The jack plug makes mincemeat out of that one..."

Marco.

[Rare Bird]

Lol - I'll let you know what I think when I get mine

What do you mean by: "The jack plug makes mincemeat out of that one..."

Marco.

Hold on ten mins all will be Revealed, i have to break off from a drunken sesh

[Alex_UK]

Hold on ten mins all will be Revealed, i have to break off from a drunken sesh

That means he's on a promise, but is too pished to do anything about it

[Marco]

Nae worries

Marco.