Okay, here’s my blog post about my experience with the Plattan Urbanears headphones:
So, I’ve had these Plattan Urbanears headphones for a while now, and I figured it’s time I share my thoughts. I picked them up because, well, they looked cool. I’m a sucker for that minimalist Scandinavian design, and the color options were pretty sweet. I went with the dark grey ones – classic, goes with everything.
Getting Started
First thing I did was, obviously, unbox them. The packaging was pretty simple, nothing fancy. Inside, you’ve got the headphones, the detachable cable (with a built-in mic and remote), and a little ZoundPlug – more on that later. I immediately plugged them into my phone and started playing some music.
Sound Check and Features
My First impression sound-wise? Pretty good! They’re not audiophile-grade or anything, but the sound is clear, with a decent amount of bass. I listen to a lot of different genres – pop, rock, some electronic stuff – and they handled everything pretty well. No complaints there. I did notice that turning up the volume too high is not a good experience.
- ZoundPlug: This is kind of a neat feature. It’s basically a second audio jack on one of the earcups. You can plug in another pair of headphones and share your music with a friend. I’ve used this a few times, and it works as advertised. It’s a cool little extra.
- Detachable Cable: I love this. If the cable ever breaks (which happens to me all the time), you can just replace it. No need to buy a whole new pair of headphones. Plus, it makes them easier to pack away.
- Mic and Remote: Works fine. I can take calls, skip tracks, adjust the volume – all the standard stuff. Nothing groundbreaking, but it’s reliable.
Daily Use and Comfort
I’ve been using these headphones pretty much every day – on my commute, at the gym, just chilling at home. Comfort-wise, they’re okay. They’re on-ear headphones, so they do put a little pressure on your ears. It’s not unbearable, but after a few hours, I do need to take a break. The headband is adjustable, and the earcups swivel, so you can get a pretty good fit.
Durability seems pretty good so far. I’ve thrown them in my bag countless times, and they haven’t fallen apart yet. The fabric covering on the headband and earcups seems pretty tough.
The Final Verdict
Overall, I’m happy with my Plattan Urbanears. They’re stylish, sound good, and have some useful features. They’re not the most comfortable headphones I’ve ever worn, but they’re good enough for everyday use. If you’re looking for a solid, affordable pair of headphones with a cool design, these are definitely worth checking out. I feel I got my money’s worth.