Don't expect the Accentum Wireless to steal the spotlight with their unassuming appearance. It's all about understated elegance here, and the Accentum nails it. No flashy design flourishes or outlandish aesthetics, just a pair of headphones that blend into the background like they were born to do so. They might as well be studio headphones for all you can tell at first glance.
Pit the Accentum against its similarly priced rival, the Sony CH720, and the contrast is stark. The Accentum oozes quality from every pore, boasting a construction that feels like it could withstand a battering from Mumbai's rowdiest train commute. The headband, pads, even those dainty swivels holding the cups in place – all exude a sense of solidity that's quintessentially Sennheiser. But here's the rub: while the Accentum shines in durability, it's a bit of a letdown that Sennheiser skimps on the extras, like tossing in a simple carry case. Not even a flimsy cover to shield these beauties from the elements.
When it comes to comfort, the headband and earpads of the Accentum are as plush as an old broken-in armchair, especially considering the price tag. Sennheiser boasts that you can don these cans for a full day's marathon without batting an eyelid, and for the most part, they're not far off the mark. Yet, after a prolonged listening session, your ears might start to feel a tad warm, like they're getting cozy by the fireplace or more realistically the Bombay heat.