We’ve all been there. The whole family in the sitting room, all intent on watching or listening to a whole host of different things. Sometimes, we want to watch our favourite TV show or the big game but refrain from doing so due to a spouse, baby or even the downstairs neighbours. The answer? Wireless headphones for TV, of course.
Yep, technology has come a long way, and now, thanks to Radio Frequency (RF) and Bluetooth wireless technology, it’s eminently possible to be sharing the couch with a couple of loved ones and all be tuned in to different stations. Anti social to some, but to others, a very modern way of spending time with family or friends. If you fall into the latter camp, here are 5 IDEAL wireless TV headphones to get in 2019.
SENNHEISER RS 120
There is perhaps no other brand that deserves mention in this field than Sennheiser, and the RS 120 is testament to its reputation for high fidelity quality.
The wireless technology offered in this set is far reaching; it provides a connectivity range of 300 feet. The battery also does the job, bringing 20 hours of operation. This means that you can expect the headphones to last for up to 2 or 3 days on a single charge, as long as you have you T.V habit in check. What’s more, it’s exceptionally lightweight. An all round great buy.
SENNHEISER RS 175
The Sennheiser RS series is back once more with another great product. A trusted range, the latest has several state-of-the-art features you won’t even realise you needed until you’ve had them in your life. The RS 175’s closed back, over the ear design equates to minimal sound leak, providing a better bass experience. Users can customize the EQ levels very precisely to their needs thanks to the product’s virtual surround modes and bass boost options and the cushion pads for both drivers and headbands add even more comfort for the ears. What’s more, the RS 175 boasts a long battery life of up to 18 hours. Strong.
ASTRO A50
The Astro A50 is great for the gamers among us, as well as watching TV shows and movies, of course. This pair offers a trusty base station that can connect to your TV or stereo system and is also used for wireless charging when not in use. Very handy indeed. And because the base station directly connects to an audio source through optical input, standard audio in/out and USB, you don’t need to pair them like you would with Bluetooth headsets. No more ‘ready to pair’ driving you round the twist.
Astro A50 provides low latency with an average of 39ms in delays. It also comes with a “lift-to-wake” feature, which automatically turns on and syncs when you lift and place them on your ears; high tech wizardry indeed. Despite the bulky design, they’re surprisingly comfortable to wear, and are complemented by Dolby Headphone 7.1 mixing and its built-in MixAmp technology. Oh yes.
SONY MDRRF985RK
Sony are one of the best brands to bank on when it comes to audio, be it headphones, speakers or smartphone music systems. The MDRRF985RK (catchy title, we agree) happens to be one of their best, most affordable TV headphone pairs. An excellent connectivity range of 50m/150feet, with virtually zero interference issues, is perhaps its trump card. It’s also incredibly easy to set up with any TV or FM radio and the 900 MHz frequency offers superb clarity and quality of sound. Although the build quality on the outside isn’t perhaps ideal, the comfort level on the inside is excellent.
STEELSERIES ARCTIS 7
You won’t have to break the bank to get your hands (and ears) on the SteelSeries Arctis 7. For just £129, the product offers very good sound quality for its price, and the extremely low latency of 20ms makes it virtually lag-free. Additionally, they’re a comfortable wear when in it for the long haul, making them an ideal choice for watching TV, movies and gaming when on a lengthy journey.