The RHA SA – 850 are on – ear headphones that sit at the top of the British maker ‘ s range. They ‘ re affordable, though, selling for under £50. On – ear headphones provide larger drivers than the in – ear type, and avoid the often – silly look of great big over – ears headphones – that not many people can pull off convincingly.
Their design is similar to the RHA SA – 500, another on – ear pair we reviewed last year. This more upmarket set appears to take a step up, with more silvery trim elements and a snazzier – looking cross – hatched pattern on the headband.