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Product identifiers ean : 6925970713603 brand : philips product key features type : headphones connectivity : wired colour : white fit design : headband features : extra bass, adjustable headband, fol
At €18, this is slightly above the cheapest fresh-market listings I found for the SHL5000 family, where new/leftover stock can still appear around €15–€17, so the ask reads as fair rather than a steal. It’s not expensive enough to worry about, but it also isn’t a clear bargain unless the condition is unusually clean or it includes the original box and extras.
The SHL5000 is a straightforward, easygoing wired on-ear Philips: decent bass weight for casual listening, lightweight comfort, and the kind of uncomplicated plug-and-play use that still makes these old Philips sets handy. For €18, it’s a sensible buy if the pads, headband, and cable are healthy; if those are worn, the value drops fast because replacement effort can exceed the savings.
Independent perspective — not a price guarantee. Always verify condition, accessories and provenance before purchase.
Founded in Eindhoven, Netherlands, in 1891 by Gerard Philips, an engineer, and his father Frederik, a banker, Philips began as a modest light bulb manufacturer, quickly evolving into a global electronics powerhouse through relentless innovation. The brothers' early focus on quality incandescent lamps laid the groundwork for expansion into radios, televisions, and audio milestones like the 1963 compact cassette and the 1982 Compact Disc co-developed with Sony. This heritage of pioneering formats that reshaped home entertainment cements Philips as a cornerstone of 20th-century audio history.
Philips has long excelled in consumer audio categories, from vintage turntables and cassette decks to amplifiers, speakers, and complete hi-fi systems, often blending cutting-edge tech with practical design. Iconic products like the first CD player (CD-100) and early wireless Streamium systems highlight their prowess in optical media, portable recording, and integrated sound solutions, while forays into headphones and even acquiring Marantz underscored a broad portfolio.
Today, Philips occupies a solid mid-tier position in the hi-fi market, prized by savvy buyers for reliable, value-driven performance rather than ultra-high-end exotica. No longer a full-spectrum electronics giant—having pivoted to health tech—its licensed audio branding delivers competent, innovation-rooted gear that's accessible yet evocative of golden-era nostalgia, appealing to both modern enthusiasts and vintage collectors.
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