I was actually going to do a quick summary on a thread about this, but now that I see it has its own section, I'll do a quick review.
*Please forgive the quality of the pictures. I did not have my regular camera at the time, and these were the best I could get of the substitute camera. Also, the Hengja under review was provided to me by Pandora of Brainwavz. I would like to thank her for the sample, and congratulate the engineers behind this. The Hengja is truly a job well done.*
Packaging:
The Hengja came in a small package, and didn't waste any space making it look bigger than it actually is. Despite that, I actually like the plastic packaging, and think it's fitting for the Hengja to come in that. It definitely looks more expensive that a $15 accessory, and looks nicer than packages I've received 3 times the price. Well done.
Build Quality & Design:
The build is all metal. Like ALL metal. For such a price, I was not expecting this level of workmanship. Each of the pieces fit well with one another, and completely avoids the problem of parts being loose, as is the case with many cheap accessories. I could literally play catch with this, and throw it on the ground a couple of times (although why you would want to do that, I don't know), and it would remain as intact as it was originally.
To tighten the Hengja on the bookshelf, you need a screwdriver or knife of sorts, but this is to be expected. I do think a tightening clasp on the bottom would be an easier option, but I'm fine the way it is too. Once in place, the Hengja barely moves, if at all, and could more than certainly support the weight of your headphone, despite its small size. The plate on which your headphone rests on is angled, to adjust to the headband shape of most cans. Out of the 4-5 headphones I've tried, all 4-5 fit well on the resting plate, and did not seem to be strained in any way.
Value & Conclusion:
I've searched all over the internet for a reliable (and non-generic) headphone stand of sorts, and many of them were very expensive. I just want something to rest my headphones on. And then comes the Hengja - at $15, it is as affordable as it can get, ergonomic, small enough to be portable, completely smooth and brushed metal finish, and works to a "T". It also can be placed on any reasonable sized bookshelf - a huge plus that saves a large amount of space.
At last, after years of waiting, we now have an accessory that properly mounts our headphones, at an extremely reasonable price, with many added bonuses as well. Should you get it? There is no question about it - YES.
*Please forgive the quality of the pictures. I did not have my regular camera at the time, and these were the best I could get of the substitute camera. Also, the Hengja under review was provided to me by Pandora of Brainwavz. I would like to thank her for the sample, and congratulate the engineers behind this. The Hengja is truly a job well done.*
Packaging:
The Hengja came in a small package, and didn't waste any space making it look bigger than it actually is. Despite that, I actually like the plastic packaging, and think it's fitting for the Hengja to come in that. It definitely looks more expensive that a $15 accessory, and looks nicer than packages I've received 3 times the price. Well done.
Build Quality & Design:
The build is all metal. Like ALL metal. For such a price, I was not expecting this level of workmanship. Each of the pieces fit well with one another, and completely avoids the problem of parts being loose, as is the case with many cheap accessories. I could literally play catch with this, and throw it on the ground a couple of times (although why you would want to do that, I don't know), and it would remain as intact as it was originally.
To tighten the Hengja on the bookshelf, you need a screwdriver or knife of sorts, but this is to be expected. I do think a tightening clasp on the bottom would be an easier option, but I'm fine the way it is too. Once in place, the Hengja barely moves, if at all, and could more than certainly support the weight of your headphone, despite its small size. The plate on which your headphone rests on is angled, to adjust to the headband shape of most cans. Out of the 4-5 headphones I've tried, all 4-5 fit well on the resting plate, and did not seem to be strained in any way.
Value & Conclusion:
I've searched all over the internet for a reliable (and non-generic) headphone stand of sorts, and many of them were very expensive. I just want something to rest my headphones on. And then comes the Hengja - at $15, it is as affordable as it can get, ergonomic, small enough to be portable, completely smooth and brushed metal finish, and works to a "T". It also can be placed on any reasonable sized bookshelf - a huge plus that saves a large amount of space.
At last, after years of waiting, we now have an accessory that properly mounts our headphones, at an extremely reasonable price, with many added bonuses as well. Should you get it? There is no question about it - YES.