Some truly amazing headphones with a bargain price attached to them at Argos. These sets have a high build quality and they are very comfortable to wear, but most importantly, they are packed with features such as Bluetooth (including NFC and aptX), built-in mic for hands-free call, and active noise-cancelling functionality with rechargeable battery powering these sets.
These could be misprice, or a different product based on the pictures from Argos, however both the title and description are for the Sony MDR-ZX770BN, so it's worth reserving and collecting to see how these would turn out.
For the record, to my knowledge, these headphones have never been below £89, I'd make myself a guinea pig and buy one first had I not already owned around a dozen quality headphone sets, so posting this is a measure of self control to me.
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tinca
17 Jul 163#4
Note to others :- never admit to losing your virginity. there are people on here that get jealous and crucify you :man:
LittleRedRidingHood
17 Jul 163#2
Don't worry, I'll be gentle :smirk:
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BestHotDeals
17 Jul 161#1
Oh and my first ever HUKD deal, so please feel free to be as harsh as possible. :sunglasses:
Edit: Same price on eBay (@ Argos outlet). Thanks to the_bargain_hunter for pointing this out...
Note to others :- never admit to losing your virginity. there are people on here that get jealous and crucify you :man:
AJ92
17 Jul 16#5
I had this for 1 day and sent them back as the sound just wasn't right for me. I like a lot of bass so got the Sony MDR-XB950BT for £70. But for these headphones the price is good considering I paid around £70 refurbished.
Both purchased on Amazon
BestHotDeals to AJ92
17 Jul 16#6
I also have the XB950BT (got it from that same £70 deal), and let's be real, their sound is quite 'artificial' compared to these headphones. That doesn't mean they are bad, but it's important to realise that some may prefer the more natural sound of these headphones.
Plus. the active NC functionality is a great bonus here, as it allows you to enjoy music at a lower volume since it muffles the outside sounds pretty good.
Wopsta79
17 Jul 16#7
great spot
larry27
17 Jul 161#8
Thank you OP.
M19C
17 Jul 16#9
Thanks. Was looking for some for the gym. Are the air pads/muffs like rubber or foam that would soak the sweat up as I don't want that
RadiantDuck
17 Jul 16#10
Awesome!
srp111
17 Jul 16#11
it says Bluetooth but all the pics have wires on them :confused:
Juzza12 to srp111
17 Jul 162#12
From the description:
"These could be misprice, or a different product based on the pictures from Argos, however both the title and description are for the Sony MDR-ZX770BN, so it's worth reserving and collecting to see how these would turn out."
fandroidguy
17 Jul 161#13
( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)
gingerjohnson
17 Jul 16#14
Great deal OP.. I have these and they're a great buy for the price :man:
pfagan10
17 Jul 16#15
Ordered, thanks OP! :smile:
the_bargain_hunter
17 Jul 161#16
same price on their eBay page, so i wouldn't say it's a mis-price
bryan1979
17 Jul 16#17
Could be the charging cable, bit strange they don't have a pic without it though
Juzza12
17 Jul 16#18
The pictures are not the MDR-ZX770BN.
Fagol
17 Jul 16#19
Hot if it is actually the MDR-ZX770BN.
Kid_Sickarus
17 Jul 16#20
Pulled from where? They're still on the website.
Wopsta79
17 Jul 161#21
pics are MDR-ZX770AP which seems to be a wired version with little online presence
nzmtbz
17 Jul 16#22
gone for it - thanks OP.
Wopsta79
17 Jul 16#23
have reserved anyway just in case it's the 770BN
BestHotDeals
17 Jul 161#24
I think he was referring to his own comment! :wink:
daveconroy3532
17 Jul 16#25
I'll have a pair if genuine but the Sony web site images and the Argos ones are completely different.
moneybanks14
17 Jul 16#26
anyone tried to get amazon to pricematch?
mikeyfive
17 Jul 161#27
Ordered on FastTrack I'll just return them if they're not Bluetooth as described.
Thanks OP.
moneybanks14
17 Jul 16#28
i dont think they sell the AP version in the UK though.
jonathonpm
17 Jul 16#29
You can use them with a 3.5mm cord as well.
vulcanproject
17 Jul 16#30
They are good for this money much more reasonable than what they had been, might have gone for them but bought some Sol Republic Shadows for £60 last week
escortboy
17 Jul 161#31
There's a code AUDIO10 for 10% off headphones and audio when you spend £99 or more.
2 pairs comes up as £99.98, and it says code applied successfully but it doesn't give the discount.
Thought it was worth sharing in case anyone was buying a couple of pairs.
The code was in a newspaper supplement yesterday..
mumihp
17 Jul 162#32
Thanks so much. I reserved this but then decided to pay on Fast track, just in case Argos f*cked the price up and bump the price back up since these are selling for around £90+ on Curry, John Lewis, ect. If this isn't the bluetooth version then I just ask for a refund. While the picture is confusing since these are supposed to be Bluetooth, but with this headphones, it can be bluetooth or wired so fingers cross, this is the right product, as it's a awesome price. Will let you know how it goes tommorrow, picking these up in the morning.
digipeep
17 Jul 161#33
Going to take a punt at this price, can never have too many cans.
moneybanks14
17 Jul 16#34
code didnt work but cheers
Betty Swollocks
17 Jul 16#35
Ordered. Will stick them away as a Christmas pressie. Thanks
Xia-hime
17 Jul 16#36
Got these headphones, they're pretty good. I'm quite impressed with them. Build quality is good though. A steal at £50. I found the cups were a bit uncomfortable so I bought some velour earcups from Brainwavz which helped a massive amount.
Also I initially bought them to help with airplane noise and it did definitely help cancel out the noise a lot compared to my partner's Audio Technica M50s. Rather pleased. :smiley:
BenKhan
17 Jul 16#37
Just bought! Have some heat :smile:
R3DN4T10N
17 Jul 16#38
Great find. Hope it's the wireless ones! :smile:
aj2kayak
17 Jul 16#39
Is it best to buy or to reserve if it is a misprice, or does it make no odds?
dansis
17 Jul 16#40
reserved. giving it a try!
yozzman1234
17 Jul 16#41
There are also no reviews for these headphones on the argos page , this is a misprice , for a different model , don't waste your time .
Hmmm can those who have reserved update us all asap. Ta
mikeyfive
18 Jul 162#49
While everyone's speculating about whether or not these are as advertised, or a different model, I'll be picking mine up tomorrow.
If you think it's a waste of time ordering them, don't order them.
I don't understand all the negativity on this site. Cheer up everyone.
denisedoris
18 Jul 16#50
How is this comparing to Bose sound link on ear? I travel a lot so I need a noise cancelling headphone.
DonkeyKonk
18 Jul 16#51
For folks looking for good noise cancelling, over the last couple of years I have tried all sorts of things, and the best is my most recent solution INEARS memory foam tips.
They are for in ear phones, but seem really good to me, are relatively cheap, comfortable, and are a good solution.
I got some from Amazon a few weeks ago.
Noclouds
18 Jul 16#52
Fairly disappointing review of cnet and some of my other preferred review sites but, getting back on topic, seems a good price if you need Bluetooth and noise cancelling, I can't find them cheaper, seems like a good deal.
tckay
18 Jul 16#53
I bought a pair of these for my daughters at a much higher price. They aren't too bad at all and the noise cancelling is very effective.
I've ordered a pair for myself and they should be delivered this evening so I will update as to what actually gets delivered!
Flux101
18 Jul 161#54
Ordered with fast track last night, showing MDR-ZX770BN in the order confirmation email. Received an email this morning saying MDRZX770AP is on the way. Will be going straight back! Looks like the pictures are correct, and not the text.
The_Hoff
18 Jul 16#55
Yeah, why is everybody discussing this on a discussion board...
SteveLondon
18 Jul 16#56
Hot! Got them on Amazon Prime Day for 65 quid. Considering whether saving extra 15 quid by getting these and returning the ones I got on Amazon... But probably not.
They sound quite good, not the best NC but still great pair of headphones and at this price they're a must-have!
ashtad
18 Jul 16#57
These or the jabra move from Amazon for a fiver odd more :smirk:
youknowwho
18 Jul 16#58
debated for a while and in the end decided to go for them.
ollie87
18 Jul 16#59
Jabra.
maltikism
18 Jul 16#60
i didn't think One Direction songs had much bass?
thedaman
18 Jul 161#61
I'll bite, I've reserved them and I'll go pick them up now. I'll let people know.
magicow
18 Jul 16#62
they are the wired model. just collected and returned in store.
nickrogers777
18 Jul 161#63
Good try everyone, but this is the wired version as I've just been to my local store to collect them. Oh well worth a try.
Jemmyboy
18 Jul 16#64
voted cold as wrong model advertised. No reflection on the poster as would have been hot if indeed was the wirelees versiion.
Drstella
18 Jul 16#65
Ordered, thanks !!
halsallms
18 Jul 16#66
Can we clarify once and for all. There is a incorrect item listing or product code, therefore these are WIRED and NOT BLUETOOTH?
Jim_Bob_Beers
18 Jul 161#67
If people have tried this and they're getting a different product this deal needs to be altered or expired.
thedaman
18 Jul 16#68
Just been in store, receipt says mdrzx770ap and they were the wired version.
Wonder if there's any point trying to get price match.
marks
18 Jul 16#69
can also confirm the description is incorrect the model is 770AP which are wired and have NO Bluetooth and NO noise cancelation
Sweetchinmusic
18 Jul 16#70
Have reserved mine for later! Doesn't seem much point now cause of the last few posts! Such a bad mistake by Argos!
AJ92
18 Jul 16#71
Sorry don't understand your comment.
M_z
18 Jul 161#72
Awesome, collecting my pair this evening - just what i want for a present for someone.
Just read the comments .... shall not be bothering to collect! Argos are a bit poo aren't they?
machofairy
18 Jul 16#73
Wish I’d read all the comments here first. I already paid via ebay for store collection later.
Wonder how easy it is to get refund on the spot.
kristoff1875
18 Jul 161#74
If they advertise a model, surely that should be the model you get, not the picture?
Ulti
18 Jul 16#75
Thanks for those that went early to collect it and notify that it was not the Bluetooth version. I guess I'll just leave my order uncollected.
mumihp
18 Jul 16#76
I got there at 9am, collected it and to my utter dissappointment, its the wired version, returned and refunded straightaway. The staff said, they have made a mistake and she logged it on so bet anyone who brought it or reserved this, will be told this. Woulf have a been a awesome deal, if it was the bluetooth......
LeeKaye
18 Jul 161#77
Damnit. Should have reserved via Argos. Not paid using ebay. I am tempted to not bother picking up and I assume the ebay transaction will be cancelled and refunded...
Bird68
18 Jul 16#78
Make sure you take your PayPal Transaction number if you paid via them, otherwise it might take longer to refund, apparently.
Shame they don't actually stock the BN model, otherwise I'm sure they'd have exchanged it for that,
scrotesmd
18 Jul 16#79
doesn't look expired to me
scrotesmd
18 Jul 16#80
Ohh so its the wrong version doh!
Wopsta79
18 Jul 161#81
dammit
M_z
18 Jul 16#82
the problem is that Argos have messed up, its the wired version they are selling at this price, not the bluetooth one
Splather
18 Jul 16#83
Yep, can confirm it's a wild goose chase. They're the AP model. Staff were very good and refunded on the spot
moneybanks14
18 Jul 16#84
I ordered from.ebay I have just tried messaging them now to clarify which version it is and if it's the wired I ish to receive a full refund. Bit gutted if so :disappointed:
tapash
18 Jul 16#85
Just came back from store. Its AP version. What a waste of time...
skura786
18 Jul 16#86
got john Lewis to price match, picking it up tomorrow.
radikalkarrot
18 Jul 161#87
Same here :smiley:
thedaman
18 Jul 16#88
Seriously? I emailed them and they denied it lol
thedaman
18 Jul 16#89
I did the online form and they denied me lol
chrisbenwalker
18 Jul 16#90
Theyre trying to be funny and failing.
misa426
18 Jul 16#91
John Lewis agreed to price match! Submitted price match online. Thank you OP.
Reviews do not seem very positive however.
thedaman
18 Jul 16#92
Seriously?! Why did they say no to me!
AJ92
18 Jul 16#93
I know. I just choose to not understand anything to do with 1D.
misa426
18 Jul 16#94
What reason did they provide in the email?
thedaman
18 Jul 16#95
The item as seen on the Argos website is not the same product as at John Lewis. Argos have confirmed that the product description is incorrect for this item, and that, if ordered, a pair of wired Sony MDRZX770AP headphones, as pictured on the Argos site, will be sent in place of the Sony MDR-ZX770BN headphones.
Seems I've been unlucky. I've tried again with a different email :disappointed:
chrisbenwalker
18 Jul 16#96
Hmmm, refer to them as 1D.... I think maybe you are a secret fan? :stuck_out_tongue:
tckay
18 Jul 16#97
I've submitted a price match claim too, though I suspect I am late to the party and JL may already be aware of the mis information.
irfankhan1985
18 Jul 16#98
just reserved it at an argos. went to collevt and its the ap model. no bluetooth or noise cancelling
mumihp
18 Jul 16#99
I got there at 9am, collected it and to my utter dissappointment, its the wired version, returned and refunded straightaway. The staff said, they have made a mistake and she logged it on so bet anyone who brought it or reserved this, will be told this. Woulf have a been a awesome deal, if it was the bluetooth......
dstamps
18 Jul 16#100
Reply from John Lewis
hank you for your enquiry.
In order to apply a price reduction on a purchase, the criteria in our pricing policy must be met. I regret that after review the request you have submitted does not match all or parts of this policy.
We match prices publicly available to all customers, based on those displayed in a shop, on the high street competitor's own website, or the first price quoted to us over the phone. The price has to apply to an identical individual product in terms of make, model, size or colour. This approach ensures consistency for all our customers and ensures the policy is transparent.
Although the description and the product code is the same as the product sold at John Lewis, upon contacting Argos customer services they have advised that the description of the product is incorrect and should a pair of headphones be ordered from Argos they will receive a wired pair of headphones instead of a wireless pair like the ones sold at John Lewis.
Therefore, on this occasion I am sorry I cannot match the price offered by Argos. If you would like to view more information about Never Knowingly Undersold and our pricing you can do so on our website.
I am sorry I have not been able to reduce the price on this occasion. If you require any further information or assistance please do not hesitate to contact me.
AJ92
18 Jul 16#101
:confused: ha it has been nice not hearing them all over the place very peaceful. How would you like me to refer to them so that it doesn't appear I am a "secret fan"?
kakar125
18 Jul 16#102
Argos gave me wrong one...(MDRX760AP) :-( returned back
youknowwho
18 Jul 16#103
That's not very good - I reserved and pre-paid. Wonder what happens now.
bozo007
18 Jul 16#104
I got the ZX770AP version as well :disappointed:, returned it.
JohnatABC
18 Jul 16#105
Tried it, got the wired version. Website error. Don't bother.
cmangi
18 Jul 16#106
Asked to view item before paying and was the AP. However the new book has the BN version listed at £49.99 and as a 'new' product.
thedaman
18 Jul 16#107
Lol,
I've tried price matching at John Lewis, Currys, PC World, ao.com and maplin.
No bites.
DavieJones
18 Jul 16#108
That's a bit awkward for them, making a mistake in the catalogue. There's going to be plenty of returns over the next couple of months. Even the innocent will buy thinking that it's a good price, only to get home and find that there's no bluetooth option.
alexanderjames0
18 Jul 161#109
Yeah same when i went to collect- is the wired version without nc. In short don't bother
bonnetbasher
18 Jul 16#110
yes its a major f up by Argos
mikeyfive
18 Jul 16#111
You'd think Argos might have ammended their mistake on the website by now.
JL wouldn't price match, I think they follow this site tbh.
SpedanLewis
18 Jul 161#112
we do...
R3DN4T10N
18 Jul 16#113
This is a monstrosity!
frunk
18 Jul 16#114
Yup picked up the AP not the BN set as shown on the web site. An hour of my life buying and returning today I won't ever get back.
afear
18 Jul 16#115
I just submitted a price match to john lewis and they matched it. weird how they are matching for some people and not for others
thedaman
18 Jul 16#116
Seriously? What info did you put? They've declined me 3 times now. When did you do the price match?
afear
18 Jul 16#117
Did it about 6pm just filled in the form and added the actual argos page link and they mailed back in 5 mins to say they would match it. I hate hotukdeals sometimes i don't need these but now i own a pair haha
thedaman
18 Jul 16#118
You lucky person! I'm jealous.
M19C
19 Jul 16#119
Didn't match for me
messiahcomplex8
19 Jul 16#120
Ah didn't order as assumed a price error but never thought to attempt a price match! Too late now as argos have pulled the page
randyg
19 Jul 16#121
JL price matched it lol
MrFizzy
19 Jul 16#122
Just had email and txt from Argos reminding me to pick up my reservation. Somehow I don't think I'll bother. Shame Argos don't give you a way of cancelling reservations.
admswt76
19 Jul 16#123
Reserved and went to collect today but they tried to give me ZX770AP wired version.
Wopsta79
20 Jul 162#124
ended up getting it from HiFi Confidential for £89 as it still ticked all the boxes for me.
dansis
20 Jul 16#125
Argos tried to give me MDRX760AP instead. Terrible Argos!! I'm going to put a complaint
RabbiDreed
25 Jul 16#126
Same here. Grrr. :@
skura786
27 Jul 16#127
purchased from john Lewis, they matched the price even though it was a mistake by Argos.
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Opening post
These could be misprice, or a different product based on the pictures from Argos, however both the title and description are for the Sony MDR-ZX770BN, so it's worth reserving and collecting to see how these would turn out.
For the record, to my knowledge, these headphones have never been below £89, I'd make myself a guinea pig and buy one first had I not already owned around a dozen quality headphone sets, so posting this is a measure of self control to me.
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Edit: Same price on eBay (@ Argos outlet). Thanks to the_bargain_hunter for pointing this out...
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Sony-MDR-ZX770BN-Bluetooth-Headphones-Black-/331889138495?hash=item4d46225b3f:g:axoAAOSwwo1XezyA
Both purchased on Amazon
Plus. the active NC functionality is a great bonus here, as it allows you to enjoy music at a lower volume since it muffles the outside sounds pretty good.
"These could be misprice, or a different product based on the pictures from Argos, however both the title and description are for the Sony MDR-ZX770BN, so it's worth reserving and collecting to see how these would turn out."
Thanks OP.
2 pairs comes up as £99.98, and it says code applied successfully but it doesn't give the discount.
Thought it was worth sharing in case anyone was buying a couple of pairs.
The code was in a newspaper supplement yesterday..
Also I initially bought them to help with airplane noise and it did definitely help cancel out the noise a lot compared to my partner's Audio Technica M50s. Rather pleased. :smiley:
Reserved.
But as I said before good price if that actual model.
http://www.argos.co.uk/static/Search/searchTerm/Shop+for+noise+cancelling+headphones.htm?tag=ar:technology:noise-cancelling
So this is not the MDR-ZX770BN
If you think it's a waste of time ordering them, don't order them.
I don't understand all the negativity on this site. Cheer up everyone.
They are for in ear phones, but seem really good to me, are relatively cheap, comfortable, and are a good solution.
I got some from Amazon a few weeks ago.
I've ordered a pair for myself and they should be delivered this evening so I will update as to what actually gets delivered!
They sound quite good, not the best NC but still great pair of headphones and at this price they're a must-have!
Wonder if there's any point trying to get price match.
Just read the comments .... shall not be bothering to collect! Argos are a bit poo aren't they?
Wonder how easy it is to get refund on the spot.
Shame they don't actually stock the BN model, otherwise I'm sure they'd have exchanged it for that,
Reviews do not seem very positive however.
Seems I've been unlucky. I've tried again with a different email :disappointed:
hank you for your enquiry.
In order to apply a price reduction on a purchase, the criteria in our pricing policy must be met. I regret that after review the request you have submitted does not match all or parts of this policy.
We match prices publicly available to all customers, based on those displayed in a shop, on the high street competitor's own website, or the first price quoted to us over the phone. The price has to apply to an identical individual product in terms of make, model, size or colour. This approach ensures consistency for all our customers and ensures the policy is transparent.
Although the description and the product code is the same as the product sold at John Lewis, upon contacting Argos customer services they have advised that the description of the product is incorrect and should a pair of headphones be ordered from Argos they will receive a wired pair of headphones instead of a wireless pair like the ones sold at John Lewis.
Therefore, on this occasion I am sorry I cannot match the price offered by Argos. If you would like to view more information about Never Knowingly Undersold and our pricing you can do so on our website.
I am sorry I have not been able to reduce the price on this occasion. If you require any further information or assistance please do not hesitate to contact me.
I've tried price matching at John Lewis, Currys, PC World, ao.com and maplin.
No bites.
JL wouldn't price match, I think they follow this site tbh.