Long before iDevices made their debut, SDI Technologies was creating audio solutions all the way back to 1956, and in fact, its Soundesign brand created the first clock radio telephone!
Now, the folks who brought you iHome are bringing back the Soundesign legend with the SD63 Retro-Style Hi-Fi Stereo Headphones- a new audio solution that captures the sleek, clean aesthetic of yesterday and combines it with the advanced technology of today.
With the new SD63 headphones, there are some design elements that remind us exactly of the 1960s old Soundesign brand. The SD63 Retro-Style Hi-Fi Stereo Headphones boast 40mm neodymium drivers, a volume knob on the outside of the ear cup, and a coiled six-foot cord.
For the $50 price tag, I wasn’t expecting ‘large’ sound, but I was surprised with a crisp clear sound with plenty of base. While not as rich and warm as some speakers and headphones, they are more than adequate, and probably worth twice their retail.
The retro look sets these apart, but don’t let the old design fool you. They’re pretty comfy as well, and don’t feel like 2 big metal oil cans on your ears either. They’re smaller than most over-the-ear phones, and the added padding secures a soft fit as well as isolating most outside noise.
The 6-foot spiral-shaped coiled cord is a plus. It allows little managing of wires. The package contains an eighth-inch mini-stereo jack to quarter-inch stereo jack converter. Without the converter you can attach them to small audio devices like an iPod, tablet or computer. With the adapter you can plug into a stereo or sound board. They don’t have a mic so you won’t be making calls with your smart phone.
The SD63 Retro-Style Hi-Fi Stereo Headphones run $50, and are available at iHome.
Features include:
- Detailed, rich hi-fi sound;
- Plush, air-cushioned ear pads for added comfort;
- Padded, adjustable headband for custom fit;
- Retro design with classic accents;
- Rotary volume control on ear cup for added convenience;
- Swiveling ear cups for single-sided or freestyle monitoring
