[blownsi]

Looking for a sealed can for the wife to listen to some online training videos while drowning out the background noise around her.  Isolation is her main priority instead of audio considering the content.  Yes I know IEMs would be a better choice but she loathes them.  I've looked at some other Philips, JVC & Koss and the Senns seem to get the nod I just don't want to leave anything out.

 

[billybob_jcv]

I have NOT heard the HD201 headphones.

The isolation of HD201 really doesn't look very good. The HD419 isolates much better:




I suspect the issue is that they are just too lightweight and they probably have fairly low clamping pressure.

 

[serman005]

I've had the 202's for awhile and they are comfy and decently isolating for what they are. Understand, you won't find the ultimate in isolation in this price range, though. Still, they might be a consideration for your wife, given what you've outlined for us.

 

[billybob_jcv]

The HD201 & HD202 are significantly different headphones.