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Deze philips shp8500 over-ear koptelefoon. De koptelefoon biedt een comfortabele pasvorm en een goede geluidskwaliteit. De koptelefoon is gebruikt, maar werkt nog uitstekend de kabel is wel aan het ve
Is this an easy grab? At €6, it’s a strong bargain versus the usual used market: well below the €25 25th percentile and miles under the €55 median, so the price is clearly in “buy it if it’s working” territory.
What makes it worthwhile is the SHP8500’s reputation as a roomy, comfortable open-back with an easygoing, listen-for-hours sound that still has real value for casual hi-fi use, gaming, or late-night listening. At this price, the main things to check are simple: both channels play cleanly, the headband and pads aren’t worn out, and the cable/plug are intact. If it’s complete and functional, this is the kind of cheap used buy that can punch far above its asking price.
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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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