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Product:
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Zalman ZM-RS6F Theatre 6 Headphones |
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Price:
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$65 (CDN) / $50 (U.S)
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Supplied By:
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Zalman Tech
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Author:
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Hi-TEK
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Date:
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November 16th, 2002
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Rating:
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MODTHEBOX would like to thank Cyrus from Zalman Tech
for sending the Zalman ZM-RS6F Theatre 6 Headphones for review.
Introduction:
The Dolby Digital standard has been available since 1992 and was originally developed as a format for 35mm
theatrical film prints to carry multi-channel digital audio along with analog optical soundtracks. Dolby
Digital is the current standard when it comes to high-end stereo components and provides the ability for
any audiophile or movie buff to replicate the experience and environment of the big screen inside the home.
Part of the success of Dolby Digital is that it’s the perfect format where high quality audio is required
but at the same time is conservative in terms of bandwidth and storage requirements. Zalman has been well
known for their patented CNPS (Computer Noise Prevention System) and in the past has developed a series of
silent computing and performance based products utilizing the famous flower heatsink design. The company
has recently shifted focus to cater to the popular gaming market with the release of 5.1 compatible headphones.
Today in the MTB Labs, we will be evaluating the Zalman ZM-RS6F Theatre 6 Headphones, a universal product which
replicates the sound quality of a multi-channel speaker system environment.
Specifications:
The ZM-RS6F Theatre 6 Headphones are designed replicate the sound quality of real surround as if it is
being reproduced from a complete multi-channel speaker system. The ZM-RS6F Theatre 6 is self-contained
and comes complete with everything required for a simple installation. Here are some specifications
taken directly from Zalman’s website:
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Zalman ZM-RS6F Theatre 6 Headphones - Key Specifications:
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| Zalman ZM-RS6F Theatre 6 Headphones: Manufactured by Zalman Tech |
| Unit Type: Electro Dynamic Round Type Micro Speaker |
| Frequency Response: 50Hz ~ 20KHz (Extension Effective) |
| Sound Pressure Level 89 dB +/- 3 dB at 50mW |
| Impedance: 16 Ohm at 1KHz |
| Nominal Power: 0.02W |
| Maximum Power: 0.15W |
| Weight: 11.24oz (316.8g) without packaging |
| Cord: Straight Triple entry 9.8ft (300cm) |
| Plug 3 headphone jacks (3.5mm) |
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The Zalman ZM-RS6F Theatre 6 Headphones arrived in a circular formed dome plastic Perspex package. All
logos, specifications and features are printed on the front and back including a small reference manual
which is used as the backer for the package. The headphones and cabling were neatly organized in
separate sections in order to give consumers a general overview of the product.
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Out of the packaging, my initial impressions of the Zalman ZM-RS6F Theatre 6 Headphones were very positive.
The headphones are of a high quality build and look aesthetically pleasing to the eye. The housing of the
unit is painted dark grey with silver highlights while the padding areas for the head piece and ear phones
are black. The Zalman ZM-RS6F Theatre 6 Headphones are very light weight at 11.24oz (316.8g) and have a
Sound Pressure Level of 89 dB +/- 3 dB at 50mW. Power consumption levels for these particular headphones
are very minimal at 0.02W and the unit has a Frequency Response time of 50Hz ~ 20 KHz. Also included in the
package is a fold out users manual which covers information on product specifications, warranty and
installation procedures in English, French and German.
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