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Koss PortaPro Stereo Headphones $63.62 (RRP $71) Delivered @ Amazon AU

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Sadly one colour only on discount.

Features:

  • Designed for deep bass performance
  • Comfortable, secure fit with adjustable headband and multi-pivoting earplates
  • Two adjustable temporal-comfort zone pads shift the pressure and perfectly balance the ear plates on your ear
  • Collapsible for maximum portability, includes carrying case
  • Connector Type: 1 x Headphones (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm)
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  • From google ai:

    The Koss KSC75 and Porta Pro share the same driver unit but differ significantly in tuning, fit, and durability due to housing and coating variations. KSC75 features titanium-coated drivers for a brighter, more detailed sound with less bass, while Porta Pro offers a warmer, bass-heavy signature with greater sound isolation.

    Sound and Fit Comparison

    Sound Signature: KSC75 is brighter and clearer with good instrument separation, making it ideal for rock and metal; Porta Pro is bass-forward and warm, often described as "boomy" or "muddy" by audiophiles.
    Comfort and Fit: KSC75 uses clip-on ear hooks which are lightweight but can cause discomfort for some; Porta Pro uses a headband with ear cushions, providing a more secure, isolated fit but with higher clamp force.
    Build and Durability: Porta Pro is generally considered more durable with a robust headband design; KSC75 has a plastic, fragile build with reports of quick breakage.
    Portability: KSC75 is more portable due to its compact clip design; Porta Pro is bulkier but folds into a small bundle.

    • Not worth it at this price, the industry has moved on.

      KSC75 is arguably not worth it at $35 either, but it's certainly better than this.

      Look into the Moondrop Old Fashioned, the FiiO EH11 if you want to get particular about the cable and will EQ a dash. There's also the Aune AC45 and AC55 if you want to get silly with it.

      • Bad use of a down vote. This and the KSC75 are totally different products.

        Highlighting alternatives is not a good reason either. I would buy the Koss above all those you mentioned.

        • Did you even read the post I'm replying to? Did you know someone posted a Koss KSC75 deal yesterday? Did you click on the product page on OzB and see the price history?

          Did you even look at the alternatives? Why are you here?

          Every headphone I mentioned or referred to is an on-ear open back headphone, same as the Porta Pro. In total there are 3 with headbands, 3 with earclips.

          • @jasswolf: KSC75 doesn't have a mic.

            Do you have a time machine for those previous deals?

            • @Ryanek: Not every Porta Pro model has a mic and the Amazon listing seems to be the basic model without one. The FiiO has a mic. All of the mics are terrible and you would be wise to use anything else.

              Do you have any reason to be here, or did you just not even spend a mere second on what was presented?

      • Thanks for the alternatives. Will keep an eye out for them.

      • Not worth it at this price, the industry has moved on.

        KSC75 is arguably not worth it at $35 either, but it's certainly better than this.

        Look into the Moondrop Old Fashioned, the FiiO EH11 if you want to get particular about the cable and will EQ a dash. There's also the Aune AC45 and AC55 if you want to get silly with it.

        @jasswolf Why FiiO EH11? Those are bluetooth. I thought wired (either Koss Porta Pro or Moondrop Old Fashioned or KSC75 headband mod) would be the way to go because wired offers superior audio quality?

        The Aune AC45 and Aune AC55 are clip ons that cost a lot more (official site).
        Aune AC45 USD 139.00 / EUR 139.00
        Aune AC55 USD 219.00 / EUR 239.00

        • The Aune AC45 and Aune AC55 are clip ons that cost a lot more (official site).
          Aune AC45 USD 139.00 / EUR 139.00
          Aune AC55 USD 219.00 / EUR 239.00

          While KSC75 only AUD 33.18 https://www.ozbargain.com.au/node/962538

          • @Felume: As I said, the Aune series is if you want to get silly with it. It was nice to see 3 companies drop a fantastic update for a largely forgotten form factor. I'm expecting to see more players in the space over coming years due to the increasing demand for VR/AR earphones and earspeakers.

            The KSC75 used to sit at that price for years, and go on sale for close to $20, and probably is still available for around that if you buy 2 via the US in either a Koss sale or maybe Drop if they still stock them, or the KPH30i (which is the Porta Pro's spiritual successor), or the KPH40, but they have all been moved past after a huge 25 years from Koss.

            FiiO EH11 availability seems to be limited, but they're fine for battery life and codec support via LDAC. Much better audio quality and much more featured than the Porta Pro at the same price, and great with appropriate EQ.

            The Moondrop is the wired alternative that's $30 on Amazon for Prime members via discount, and cheaper still via AliE sales with codes and cashbacks. Probably the best sounding out of the box before reaching for the Aune series if you want to drop that much cash.

            Look into reviews if you want more info, I think I've been more than fair given you've effectively doubled-down on the previous poster's mindless spray.

  • lol?

  • omg ancient!! loved them back in 2018

    • lol I loved them back in 1988. I wouldn’t buy again them now. The foam ear pads are incredibly thin, wear out quickly and fall off easily. And the stupid clips that hold them together when folded have a habit of sticking into your ear. Bad design 40 years ago and still a bad design today.

  • This should be renamed PotatoPRo

  • I do like me some PortaPros but tough to justify the pricing of them :(

  • Arent these like 30yo? I swear theyve been around for a while

    • 42.

      • And? Grado Sr60 have been around for nearly 40 years and are legendary, barely changed and still for sale.

        • That wasn't why I gave the deal a negative vote, not that I would recommend either headphone at this point.

  • These remind me of the headphones I used when I was "Darth Vader from the planet Vulcan"!

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