20 Best Headphones For Home Studio (Jan 2023 Update)

This is my first headphone of audiophile grade. Before buying ATH-M50X I got all the relevant details from HeadphoneZone gurus. I would suggest that every headphone buyer should first talk to HeadphoneZone guru before making any purchase. Based on your taste of music genre and listening habits they would suggest right headphones. I had confusion between ATH-M50x and DT 770 Pro. It's been more than a month with these cans and I am loving it. In online reviews you might see people suggesting that these can be used without DAC/AMP but that's not true. If you want to unleash the true sound I would really recommend to get a dedicated DAC/AMP. I am using ATH-M50x with iBasso DC03 (also bought from HeadphoneZone) and could really understand the difference and what these cans are capable of. I am using the following combination: Dolby Atmos Music Mode(OnePlus 7T Pro) + EQ tweaking(10 band EQ with 7T Pro) + Audio Technica ATH-M50x + iBasso DC03 + Gaana (Plus/Premium Subscription) and now each of the songs are sounding way more beautiful. I guess since DC03 has dual DAC and that might be the reaon it's so powerful and it doesn't eat up much battery as well. Words can't justify this listening experience but still Ihave tried my level best. Totally recommended 👍🤘 A big thumbs up to headphone zone for suggesting this purchase. Love you guys ❤Shibin D.

I purchased these headphones about three weeks ago and I really enjoy them. The quality and construction is fantastic. Having different length cables that disconnect directly from the headphones allows me to quickly jump from my DAWs to other devices with ease. I primarily use them for the follow: 1) Keyboard (Yamaha P-45) 2) Recording my own music through a Focusrite (singing, guitar, and violin) 3) Create my own digital soundscapes in a variety of prosumer DAWs on my laptop 4) Listening to music on my phone 5) Teaching remotely on Zoom on a laptop I agree that these are perfect for someone seeking really great quality headphones without breaking the bank. There are a couple of things I saw mentioned in previous reviews that I agree with and you may want to consider if you spend a lot of time wearing headphones for your work. 1) They are a bit heavy and after recording or mixing for about an hour I start to feel pressure on the top of my head where the headband rest. 2) They're also a bit tight on the ears, especially if you're wearing glasses. After about the same amount of time I start feeling a soreness where the ear pieces of my glasses are compressed by the cushions. That being said, I think they were a bit stiff out of the box and are wearing in and/or I'm getting more accustomed to them. Either way, I probably should take breaks more often. Haha! Taking them off for about 4-5 minutes usually relieves it.Damian

Very Comfortable like pillows on your head the Sound Quality is Outstanding Destroys any BOSE or Apple Product. they are a little demanding as far as Power is concerned. but the Sound Quality is so good. They are Really good at Blocking out the outside Noise so NO need for noise canceling which i feel hurts sound quality. i give them a solid 9 out of 10. My other Headphones i use to compare to are Meze Audio Classic 99, Grado 325i, and Sennheiser HD600's the only reason for a 9 out of 10 is due to the Power Demands these need to really Sing, and the fact they don't have changeable Cables. While testing i Ran a Creek audio headphone Amp with a Rega Planet CD player. For the Price you CAN'T get a better sounding Headphone. They will work good with any Media player source or as I prefer to use a Fiio BTR5 and make them wireless.zeberia

Build quality is excellent, but points shaved off for the dangling wires that link the cans, and for a permanently linked cable, meaning it will not be a simple job to replace, should it become damaged. The sound is a little flat overall, but still better than the lower end headphones (compared against £40 – £80 Sony, Sennheiser, and AKG’s). This is not an issue with what I wanted, as it’s mainly to edit Voice (Narrating and Voiceovers), and listening to music is still very good, picking up all the range with clarity and depth. Could be better, but not by much. They work well on both my laptop and my studio mixer, which is why I chose the 80Ω version. They block out external sounds, and keep the internal sounds contained, even with the volume is high. Rumour has it that the sound is much better on the 32 and 250Ω versions, and may look at a future purchase of these. The comfort is excellent, and the velour pads are perfect, even when worn for 2 hours at a time. Studiospares provided an excellent price and service, and have other high quality products that range from competitive to excellent value for money.George K.

Heads of for Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro 250 ohm…..! * Exceptional Sub Bass extension you can actually feel Bass in your chest. * Very fast Slamy Mid Bass performance. * Flat Midrange with decent details (extraordinary for the price). * Highs, Beyerdynamic is known for its tribal response very detailed tribal but at the same time not very edgy unlike DT 990 pro. * Slightly V Shape tuning with no compromise over midrange which makes it very enjoyable to listen to. * Brilliant spacious sound for close back headphone with decent imaging. * Sturdy build. I simply love them, makes it best budget headphone of all time.Siddharth P.

As a sound engineer I find these valuable when mixing. They give plenty of mid-range detail and a great stereo image. They will reveal any issues with your live instrument recording or vocala, highlighting distortion or unpleasant sibilance. Also great for detailing ambience and reverb. The high frequencies are too brittle for my liking however. So I adopted the classic NS10 trick and put two layers of tissue tucked inside each ear cup. This tames the high-end and makes them much less fatiguing for long listening periods. These should not be used as your only monitor source. Compare them with other speakers or headphones. They probably tend to separate out the individual sound sources more than most people's listening device so will not give an accurate indication of your final mix. But they're great as an alternative source and for listening to detail when mixing. I'm very happy with them. The ear pads are also extremely comfortable for long use.Tim TE Pro Audio

Been a long time user of the DT770 and as I needed something open-backed so it was a safe bet for me. The sound signature is polarising for some but I knew what I was getting into. You may want to pull down the highs a bit to protect your ears by using a system-wide Equalizer software. The clamping force is really strong and you'll have to bend them outwards quite a bit till they loosen up. I have bent the band flat repeatedly to loosen the fit; others have put them on something wide like a shoebox overnight. I'd also recommend trading the stock earpads for a dekoni pair that make these infinitely more comfortable for long sessions. Overall they're worth the asking price since there aren't really any good options in this price range for eggheads like me to begin with.Shashwat C.

So I grabbed these after a recording friend of mine highly recommended. I'm a player, but don't know too much about recording so I bought these straight off his recommendation as a solid pair of headphones since much of my time is spent listening to music at work.Like other posters indicated, my box came damaged since it was packed in the original packaging inside a fed-ex bag. Ok so the outside box looked like it had been kicked down the street, but the internal packaging and the headphones did not have any damage and were stable.First impressions were they are solidly made, VERY comfortable and have incredible sound. Lightweight compared to my $250 Bluetooth Sony headphones, with easily the same quality sound, if not better. The highs are clear and punchy. I have my laptop and windows media cranked up all the way, so I'm curious how loud they can go through other conduits. Even cranked up all the way, the sound does not distort and is quite pleasant. No ear blow out here.Despite being open backed, as I ran through different albums the bass is fine and totally acceptable. I played a few of the old school bass tracks by DJ Magic Mike to give them a test and for normal audio play they are totally sufficient.I was lucky to grab these at the $119 price, so I'm beyond satisfied despite the box issues. My buddy was right…grab a pair. Can't wait to run my guitars through these!!Scottydon't

Enjoyable through iPhone 11 with apple dongle.exciting sound with very clear vocals . Better than through my iPad Pro usb c Apple dongle. I am new to headphones and normally listen through my rega brio with rega dac and dynaudio spkrs.not as warm but very exciting fast transients and clear vicals , bass and treble sound enough detail and extension for me.Fong Y.

Im not a true audiophile, but have owned Audio Technica that were good, Sennheiser that were a bit flat, V-MODA Crossfade M-100 that had good sound quality, but rubbish build quality. But this is the first pair of headphones i can say that has it all, the build quality is good, i can understand why so many people gave high praise to the 770, The fit is excellent, have worn them for a 4 hour stint and they were still comfortable at the end. The sound quality and response range is at another level, i listen to a very eclectic mix of music, from Carl Cox, Orbital and Ian Dury to J S Bach toccata and fugue in d minor, and with these headphones i can hear when a sample is running on in the background when it should have finished, and when one beat slightly stepping on another but only just out of phase, to the valves of the organ breathing when played. They are so good they have almost ruined some of my favourite tunes as i can hear minor imperfections i never knew were there. Money well spent.Rob D

This is my first headphone of audiophile grade. Before buying ATH-M50X I got all the relevant details from HeadphoneZone gurus. I would suggest that every headphone buyer should first talk to HeadphoneZone guru before making any purchase. Based on your taste of music genre and listening habits they would suggest right headphones. I had confusion between ATH-M50x and DT 770 Pro. It's been more than a month with these cans and I am loving it. In online reviews you might see people suggesting that these can be used without DAC/AMP but that's not true. If you want to unleash the true sound I would really recommend to get a dedicated DAC/AMP. I am using ATH-M50x with iBasso DC03 (also bought from HeadphoneZone) and could really understand the difference and what these cans are capable of. I am using the following combination: Dolby Atmos Music Mode(OnePlus 7T Pro) + EQ tweaking(10 band EQ with 7T Pro) + Audio Technica ATH-M50x + iBasso DC03 + Gaana (Plus/Premium Subscription) and now each of the songs are sounding way more beautiful. I guess since DC03 has dual DAC and that might be the reaon it's so powerful and it doesn't eat up much battery as well. Words can't justify this listening experience but still Ihave tried my level best. Totally recommended 👍🤘 A big thumbs up to headphone zone for suggesting this purchase. Love you guys ❤Shibin D.

I purchased these headphones about three weeks ago and I really enjoy them. The quality and construction is fantastic. Having different length cables that disconnect directly from the headphones allows me to quickly jump from my DAWs to other devices with ease. I primarily use them for the follow: 1) Keyboard (Yamaha P-45) 2) Recording my own music through a Focusrite (singing, guitar, and violin) 3) Create my own digital soundscapes in a variety of prosumer DAWs on my laptop 4) Listening to music on my phone 5) Teaching remotely on Zoom on a laptop I agree that these are perfect for someone seeking really great quality headphones without breaking the bank. There are a couple of things I saw mentioned in previous reviews that I agree with and you may want to consider if you spend a lot of time wearing headphones for your work. 1) They are a bit heavy and after recording or mixing for about an hour I start to feel pressure on the top of my head where the headband rest. 2) They're also a bit tight on the ears, especially if you're wearing glasses. After about the same amount of time I start feeling a soreness where the ear pieces of my glasses are compressed by the cushions. That being said, I think they were a bit stiff out of the box and are wearing in and/or I'm getting more accustomed to them. Either way, I probably should take breaks more often. Haha! Taking them off for about 4-5 minutes usually relieves it.Damian

Finally I enjoyed music how I wanted. Using Flat EQ settings. If highly professional sound engineers mastered the sound of for example Pink Floyd album, Why you need to listen it with some bass boosted or treble boosted headphones? They are already fine tuned it for you. Just take the flat monitor headphones and enjoy. Do not forget to use FLAC files and proper sound source. Don't use it with phone with 128kb mp3 and say that it is not sound good. And please note that headphone has a long 3 metres cable so it would be great if used indoors only. Fully satisfied. Value for money. Some of the Bands I've been listening on these headphones : Pink Floyd, Guns & Roses, Nirvana. They sound flawless. <3Silver S.

You can read my first review to get my overall take on these headphones. I wanted to edit that review but it seems like on B&H Photo you can't edit your own review. They should fix that. But to the point: After quite a long time I have to say that I have gotten used to the proximity of the buttons and while I still think that Audio-Technica should consider re-enginerring them, I don't think now that they are as onerous as I felt during my first review. I have upped my rating to 5 stars: I am even more sold on the quality and sound of these headphones and one extra plus! I discovered that it is quite easy to pair them with the TV and with my iPhone at the same time. Very useful feature.William

As a person to whom specs are of little help, I needed headphones for listening to music and my playlists (which a mostly classical) on my pc. I already am happy with my Sennheiser phones for optimum listening, so I was looking for some less critical (and frankly) and cheaper phones. I was surprised by the powerful bass. Music and videos I listen to on YouTube sound great, and my own CDs sound good enough (I attribute that to the player). So this is a real bargain without too much of a compromise.Andrew

Overall a 4/5. I'm worried about longevity as the style is very thin and the plastic isn't the toughest. I started with the bummer because everything else is amazing. -The sound is rich and full. Far better than the pricetag would belie. -The ears are comfortable even with prolonged use. -The look is sleek and refined but still bold. Given the pros and cons this is a definite buy.Cha Boi

K92 are a nice pair of headsets for your practice. I use them with irig for playing fender jazz bass and so far very happy with them. Can wear for hours without discomfort. Very light weighed, neutral and balanced sound as you’d expect from Akg studio series. Causal listening bassheads please stay away . Also 3 metres long cable is prefect for studio use. Overall ,considering price under 3k(50 USD), comfort and sound would rate them 8/10Dev Paul

I have been really impressed by these headphones, and so has my wife—who uses them the most now and claims that they are hers my right of conquest. Oh well, she can have them if she enjoys them so much! Anyway, onto the review. For the price, these are the best Active Noise Cancelation (ANC) over-the-ear headphones I have tried so far. They have two levels of ANC, a high and a low, a “be aware setting” that uses the built-in mics to enhance your awareness of what is around you, and a mode where any electronic noise filtering is turned off and you are just utilizing the normal isolation of the earcups for your listening experience. The high level of ANC, is comparative to my Airpod Pros. While this is not saying a lot considering Airpod Pros do not necessarily have the most incredible ANC, the difference is that these JLab Studio Pros have a reported 43 HOURS of ANC listening time at medium volume, which is far more than the 3-1/2 to 4 hours ANC time I get on my Airpod Pros. For the price of these headphones and the quality of the ANC, I think that I would want to equip my whole family with these on a long flight. Not to mention, it includes a USB-C to 3.5mm headphone jack that can allow you to plug into the airline’s audio jacks for movies and such. The quality of the audio is middling. There are three EQ settings built in. A balanced, bass boost, and Jlab signature setting. Much to my irritation, the instructions included with these headphones did not tell you how to change between these settings: you need to press the up and down volume buttons at the same time to change between the EQ modes. Of these three, I like the Jlab signature mode the best. These headphones are lacking in bass and treble clarity in general, but that really isn’t a deal-breaker if you are looking into quality ANC headphones at a decent price. Overall, these get a solid recommend from me. I think they would be popular for individuals who travel a lot, like traveling executives and don’t want to risk expensive headphone varieties getting broken or stollen. If you are more active or think these might get wet, JLab makes a variation intended for sports and active users. Thanks for reading and hope you enjoy these!Bren

I am very happy and satisfied with the JLab Audio Studio Pro Bluetooth Wireless Over-Ear Headphones! The JLab Audio Studio Pro Bluetooth Wireless Over-Ear Headphones, are very comfortable to wear on the head for hours. They are very well designed, made very easy to setup, comfortable, and have very good clear sound! Now, I do not miss a word or sound! However, I am giving a four star rating, because allthough the earpieces are made of a very hard plastic, I fear they might crack if they fall. A big plus is, the battery lasts forever! I have watched eight (8) movies in the three days that I've had them, and the battery still has half a charge! By the way, the JLab Audio Studio Pro Bluetooth Wireless Over-Ear Headphones come with a ten (10) inch charging cable, which I wish were much longer! The JLab Audio Studio Pro Bluetooth Wireless Over-Ear Headphones, are very easy to use, and connect to your bluetooth device. Once your device is on bluetooth mode, it's a breeze to connect to the JLab Audio Studio Pro Bluetooth Wireless Over-Ear Headphones! The controls of the JLab Audio Studio Pro Bluetooth Wireless Over-Ear Headphones needed to turn on/off, are comfortably placed on the lower side of one of the earphones for very easy access. There is a small round button which when pressed for eight seconds will greet the user with a friendly "hello", and right after will say how much charge the headphones have. To disconnect, the same button is pressed for two seconds, and the voice will say, "goodbye". Close to the comfortable small on/off button, is an oblong shaped button which controls the volume, and sound. The included user instructions are very clear to see, follow, and understand. I like the JLab Audio Studio Pro Bluetooth Wireless Over-Ear Headphones! So much so, I am ordering a set to gift my grandson for his birthday, which is just two weeks away. In the meantime, I will just have to put-up with his continuous pestering, asking to use my JLab Audio Studio Pro Bluetooth Wireless Over-Ear Headphones!MayaGoddessQueen

I decided to give the brand a shot as a wireless product, which I didn't own before. There are definite quality differences here, as the price point certainly would qualify. To be true and fair, the actual fit and functionality of the item is very good. They fit quite comfortably over each ear. The buttons and set up are easy enough to navigate. Yet… here's the problem: inconsistency with the actual stereo sound through the right ear speaker. No matter which source I use (home PC, Nook tablet, Samsung phone) via Bluetooth, it can never consistently capture sound in both ears from beginning to end. It has become frustrating, especially when I rolled the dice and gave them a shot. The noise cancelling portion actually worked well within its limitations. Others have written of a lack of bass, and they are right. That's ok with me.. if both ears are receiving sound. It is disappointing. Not sure if I should purchase another one to see if it is a fluke in manufacturing.JoseQ

I wanted these for mix down in my home studio and was hoping to use them for tracking also. The sound is quite good, I will probably keep them for mixing BUT…the phones are HEAVY and not particularly comfortable. The REAL problem is the stupid coil cord. What an awful design! Very heavy, and not long enough. I can buy a new straight cord for twenty dollas. WHAT A DEAL! (being sarcastic there). There is also tons of handling noise coming from the cord, much worse than any of my other phones. Like I said, these are probably OK for mixing (I will more than likely break down and get the new cord) but not at all good for standing up vocal tracks. Might send 'em back, not sure yet. I would look for something different if I had to do it over again, Audio T brand?CurlyBob

The worst headphones i have ever had the displeasure of buying in my life. These headphones are the max of discomfort on my head and made my ears hurt within 15 mins of trying them. The telephone cord is annoying to use and just confuses me when i bought a professional headset not an office brand cheap pair. Sadly you cannot return headphones due to store policy so i am down valuable money for taking a chance on these headphones. Please save yourself the trouble and do not repeat my mistake.Seaton H

I had been looking for new headphones for a while. I needed to replace my beats solos, I hated the sound of the beats. It was quite unenjoyable. The 440s are built extremely well, although made primarily of plastic they don't feel cheap in any way. The adjustable headband can be increased in size in order to fit larger heads. Right and left clearly marked (Red:Right Blue:Left) Also labelled on the headband. Overall these headphones are very customizable. The 10 foot coiled cable is durable and of high quality. The cable is really cumbersome when using headphones with a cell phone or iPod, I suggest purchasing a replacement 120 cm cable from China, by doing that these headphones become more portable and mobile friendly. The carrying pouch is made of synthetic leather. I've used the adapter to listen to records through my receiver, used it with my iMac, taken it around places, used my iPhone and iPod classic. These headphones have handled every situation they were placed in with flying colors. The only complaints I have would be the headband padding (which is non-existing) which makes the headphones a bit uncomfortable to wear for long periods of time. For $100 there really isn't much to complain about, there is a lot to be praised such as the amazing sound quality and frequency response. These headphones were a much needed upgrade.girasol3

This is my second pair of the Beyerdynamic DT1770, my first pair I got when they came out a few years ago and the box does look different than the the current OEM box, Beyerdynamic has moved to a different presentation of their headphones and image of the company. Why a second pair? Just in case. They are that good to me, along with my Sony MDR Z7 from several years ago.Armando E.

So I have only had these headphones for an hour but I am greatly enjoying them. Trying out different musical examples on different devices. Phone and computer. I primarily got these for monitoring work for voice over but I havent tried out swapping the ear pads yet. I appreciate the fact that all the parts are designed to be fixed/replaced to allow for long lasting gear. The sound itself is very clean and braid from the strong lows and blended mids and highs. Im very happy with the design and construction. Highly recommended.bacperc

I've been an Audiophile since the early 70's (which makes me a Geezer!) and I have owned myriads of equipment but on 4 sets of head phones. Some ancient 29.00 Sennhieser headphones from the 70's and a pair of Sennheiser HD 580's for about 20 years (with which I have the most experience) and some AKG thing which I haven't really listened to much from Massdrop. I wanted closed back headphones and these being a Beyerdynamic Tesla varian appealed to me. I have a NuPrime DAC 10H at present with an excellent headphone amp and an Antipodes DX server (mostly FLAC) but the objective is to get a good DAP, so I've patiently been waiting for the NuPrime Omnia P 1 (which was supposed to be released for sale in January '17 but so far nada. I wanted closed ear since I was tired of the 580's open air sound. Overall sonic quality tends a tad toward bright, but not enough so to bother me Bass is good. They are quick which I put down to the Tesla drivers. At my age I've lost a bit of High Freq. hearings, so being a little bright isn't a bad thing. Overall, I'm generally a loudspeaker listener, but these will serve my purposes quite nicely. Fit and finish is of high quality and they are comfortable. So these get my recommended thumbs up!!!!rbt32412

After being disappointed with some Sennheiser headphones and Chinese made Beyerdynamic DTX headphones I decided to give these classic German made Beyerdynamic DT770 80 ohm headphones a try. At first the bass was a little too strong and 'chunky' sounding, though this soon became more natural after leaving them to play by themselves for a while. The headphones then began to create a remarkably faithful and tonally accurate sound that was neither bright, warm, forward or recessed. Everything was beautifully balanced and focused with just the right combination of feel, rhythm and transparency. This creates something of a dilemma though as the sound of the DT770 80 ohm headphones will only be as good as the recordings you listen to. Music with a strong bass will have a strong bass, recordings that are transparent sounding will sound transparent etc. After reading many reviews for the various versions of the DT770 headphones, I am confident that the 80 ohm version was the right choice for me. Their honest approach to creating music just gets better and better the more I use them. A fantastic headphone that deserves it's classic status. Just remember to give them plenty of time for the bass to settle in before judging them.solongeverybody

Very Comfortable like pillows on your head the Sound Quality is Outstanding Destroys any BOSE or Apple Product. they are a little demanding as far as Power is concerned. but the Sound Quality is so good. They are Really good at Blocking out the outside Noise so NO need for noise canceling which i feel hurts sound quality. i give them a solid 9 out of 10. My other Headphones i use to compare to are Meze Audio Classic 99, Grado 325i, and Sennheiser HD600's the only reason for a 9 out of 10 is due to the Power Demands these need to really Sing, and the fact they don't have changeable Cables. While testing i Ran a Creek audio headphone Amp with a Rega Planet CD player. For the Price you CAN'T get a better sounding Headphone. They will work good with any Media player source or as I prefer to use a Fiio BTR5 and make them wireless.zeberia

Pros: Fit, form fitted, these are comfortable to wear for an extended period of time. Acoustics: The sound from these HP's are clear and concise. What I expected from a higher quality product. Weight: They are lighter than some-others I've had in the past, meaning longer 'on' time. The cable is lightweight too and long enough for my general purposes. Not a coiled cable. Durable: I'm not hard on equipment, however I have had durability issues in the past including HP's being far too delicate. These are not delicate. My take: Good to great in all the areas I require a HP to be. Haven't found the con yet…scotts895

There may be higher levels of headphones available from Yamaha and others…… but for my purposes, it's a great fit. I needed a couple of pairs of matching headphones for a recording project that I'm doing at home. I didn't want to do too much damage to my bank account. After some quick research, I decided to go with Yamaha. I know from previous experiences that, like other Japanese manufacturers, Yamaha puts the quality IN before the name goes ON! So far, I'm really happy with these headphones. I almost went for the Sony 7506 – because I've used them (and owned several pairs) in the past. However, there were simply too many user-complaints (feedback/reviews) focusing on the poor construction and lacking ability to stand-up to any type of physical abuse. So far, I really like them. Outstanding audio quality, good tight fit….. meaning they don't allow audio to bleed back out to the open mic. They feel well-built to me. Overall very happy. If you want to go higher-end, check out some of the higher priced models from Yamaha.Mr MIDI

The Yamaha HPH MT5's are excellent headphones at their price point. They are rather flat in their presentation and true to the recording, no booming but tight well extended bass, have detailed mids that produce nice vocals, and the highs extend well enough without getting harsh. The overall sound is detailed and accurate but never fatiguing. Overall great headphones for monitoring which is what they are designed to do. They deserve way more attention in the headphone market and the service from Manny's Music was excellent.Davide

Those are fantastic headphones for their price. There are very few reviews on them online, but i found a couple that made sense for me – so I decided to get them. The sound is a nice mixture of accuracy ( studio reference like) and fun to listen(slight coloration) – my favourite type of sound. It is in overall pretty balanced, with a veeery nice and punchy base, strong and detailed mids and slightly recessed treble, so you don't get tired of those pinching voices and brass instruments. I have other headphones: Shure SRH840, Sennheiser 6 series, Samson SR850. When I want to listen to something like heavy rock/metal, or heavy bass music – I always put the Yamahas. For all other styles they fit very good as well. They are very light and don't put additional weight on your head. The earpieces are not the biggest nor the smallest, i suppose they will accommodate most people's years. I personally wished they were a it larger and deeper. They look cheap at first, but the important thing is that the headband bracket is metal and the earpieces are pretty comfortable. And they are light and foldable. The passive sound insulation is very good, which makes them good travel or office closed headphones.kiril K.

I've been using these headphones every day for about three weeks. They have been a major upgrade from the $60 Velodyne headphones I had been using before. The sound is perfectly balanced (ideal for video editing) and does not emphasize deep bass as much as other industry-standard headphones. This makes the HD 280 great for mixing recorded audio and music. The ear cups press a bit harder onto my head than I would like, and I have to flip the cups facing out when sitting around my neck otherwise it feels like I'm being choked. The padding around the ears is quite thick which makes them comfortable to wear for long edits. Overall, these are great budget headphones for editors and mixers.Eric

I bought these primarily to block out TV noise that was leaking into my room, and these do a fantastic job at that. They might be good enough to use in place of ear muffs at a shooting range! Their sound quality is quite good too. When I listen to classical music, I can hear every individual instrument in the orchestra – everything is very crisp and clear. Same with voices. I was listening to a podcast with these on and felt like I was in the actual studio. My one grievance is how tight they fit. They clamp down on the ears way too much. I can feel the pressure from all sides. I've never had this problem with other headphones, so it's not my normal-sized head that is to blame. Comfort is 1 star.L

As a sound engineer I find these valuable when mixing. They give plenty of mid-range detail and a great stereo image. They will reveal any issues with your live instrument recording or vocala, highlighting distortion or unpleasant sibilance. Also great for detailing ambience and reverb. The high frequencies are too brittle for my liking however. So I adopted the classic NS10 trick and put two layers of tissue tucked inside each ear cup. This tames the high-end and makes them much less fatiguing for long listening periods. These should not be used as your only monitor source. Compare them with other speakers or headphones. They probably tend to separate out the individual sound sources more than most people's listening device so will not give an accurate indication of your final mix. But they're great as an alternative source and for listening to detail when mixing. I'm very happy with them. The ear pads are also extremely comfortable for long use.Tim TE Pro Audio

Been a long time user of the DT770 and as I needed something open-backed so it was a safe bet for me. The sound signature is polarising for some but I knew what I was getting into. You may want to pull down the highs a bit to protect your ears by using a system-wide Equalizer software. The clamping force is really strong and you'll have to bend them outwards quite a bit till they loosen up. I have bent the band flat repeatedly to loosen the fit; others have put them on something wide like a shoebox overnight. I'd also recommend trading the stock earpads for a dekoni pair that make these infinitely more comfortable for long sessions. Overall they're worth the asking price since there aren't really any good options in this price range for eggheads like me to begin with.Shashwat C.

So I grabbed these after a recording friend of mine highly recommended. I'm a player, but don't know too much about recording so I bought these straight off his recommendation as a solid pair of headphones since much of my time is spent listening to music at work.Like other posters indicated, my box came damaged since it was packed in the original packaging inside a fed-ex bag. Ok so the outside box looked like it had been kicked down the street, but the internal packaging and the headphones did not have any damage and were stable.First impressions were they are solidly made, VERY comfortable and have incredible sound. Lightweight compared to my $250 Bluetooth Sony headphones, with easily the same quality sound, if not better. The highs are clear and punchy. I have my laptop and windows media cranked up all the way, so I'm curious how loud they can go through other conduits. Even cranked up all the way, the sound does not distort and is quite pleasant. No ear blow out here.Despite being open backed, as I ran through different albums the bass is fine and totally acceptable. I played a few of the old school bass tracks by DJ Magic Mike to give them a test and for normal audio play they are totally sufficient.I was lucky to grab these at the $119 price, so I'm beyond satisfied despite the box issues. My buddy was right…grab a pair. Can't wait to run my guitars through these!!Scottydon't

Very Comfortable like pillows on your head the Sound Quality is Outstanding Destroys any BOSE or Apple Product. they are a little demanding as far as Power is concerned. but the Sound Quality is so good. They are Really good at Blocking out the outside Noise so NO need for noise canceling which i feel hurts sound quality. i give them a solid 9 out of 10. My other Headphones i use to compare to are Meze Audio Classic 99, Grado 325i, and Sennheiser HD600's the only reason for a 9 out of 10 is due to the Power Demands these need to really Sing, and the fact they don't have changeable Cables. While testing i Ran a Creek audio headphone Amp with a Rega Planet CD player. For the Price you CAN'T get a better sounding Headphone. They will work good with any Media player source or as I prefer to use a Fiio BTR5 and make them wireless.zeberia

Build quality is excellent, but points shaved off for the dangling wires that link the cans, and for a permanently linked cable, meaning it will not be a simple job to replace, should it become damaged. The sound is a little flat overall, but still better than the lower end headphones (compared against £40 – £80 Sony, Sennheiser, and AKG’s). This is not an issue with what I wanted, as it’s mainly to edit Voice (Narrating and Voiceovers), and listening to music is still very good, picking up all the range with clarity and depth. Could be better, but not by much. They work well on both my laptop and my studio mixer, which is why I chose the 80Ω version. They block out external sounds, and keep the internal sounds contained, even with the volume is high. Rumour has it that the sound is much better on the 32 and 250Ω versions, and may look at a future purchase of these. The comfort is excellent, and the velour pads are perfect, even when worn for 2 hours at a time. Studiospares provided an excellent price and service, and have other high quality products that range from competitive to excellent value for money.George K.

Heads of for Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro 250 ohm…..! * Exceptional Sub Bass extension you can actually feel Bass in your chest. * Very fast Slamy Mid Bass performance. * Flat Midrange with decent details (extraordinary for the price). * Highs, Beyerdynamic is known for its tribal response very detailed tribal but at the same time not very edgy unlike DT 990 pro. * Slightly V Shape tuning with no compromise over midrange which makes it very enjoyable to listen to. * Brilliant spacious sound for close back headphone with decent imaging. * Sturdy build. I simply love them, makes it best budget headphone of all time.Siddharth P.

This is my first pair of AKG headphones. I was going to purchase a modern pair when I read a review about the K240 Sextett which was so impressive, that I decided to see if I could locate a pair. Having found a used pair on E-bay for a very reasonable price ($79 shipped), decided to purchase them, since I was interested in seeing how well these cans would match up with some of my headphone amplifiers; including a Schiit Magni 3 and Little Dot MK2. First off, the physical condition of these roughly forty year headphones is quite good. And they are well constructed. Moreover, the leather ear pads appear to be original, yet, are in very good shape as are the headphones themselves; the only thing needing replacement here being the tiny rubber bands that allow for the adjustment of the AKGs. A nominal expense. As for the sound, this is a headphone that concentrates on the midrange, and whose clarity here is remarkable. There were three versions of the K240S designated EP, MP and LP for early production, middle production and late production. The earlier K240S has 6 orange colored passive radiators per speaker, and the MP and LP models are said to have white colored passive radiators. The EP version is said to be the most desirable of the three because of its ability to produce strong bass, while the latter two versions are said to be a bit shy in bass. The other attributes of the K240S are said to be similar in all three versions. I am not certain how to distinguish between the latter two models, however, the K240S that I purchased does have white colored passive radiators so it would have to be either the MP or LP version of the K240S. As for my K240S I have noticed the following: The midrange is glorious. The bass of this particular K240S is, surprisingly, *not particularly subtle, while the treble, while good, can become a bit shrill with a solid state headphone amplifier like the Schiit Magni 3 (the Magni 3 has been called a giant slayer and for good reason, since it offers Hi-End audio performance and excellent construction for a pittance -$99). *Some reviewers have claimed that the EP version has excellent bass, while the MP and LP version were lacking in this area. I have used the Magni 3 with several newer headphones from Sony, Grado, Koss, and Sharkk, and found it to work quite well with them. In fact, the Magni 3 is so popular that Schiit is constantly trying to meet the demand for this little gem – which often results in a waiting time of as much three weeks from the time it's ordered on their Website to the time it's shipped.While the Magni 3 did not match up quite to my expectations with the K240S, I've found that the Little Dot MK2 – a singled ended triode design – and the K240S are the proverbial match made in heaven; there is a synergy between these two components which results in a wonderful outcome. The warmth of instruments and voices through this pairing is not only palpable, but it also allows for hours of listening without listener fatigue. Moreover, in spite of its 600 ohm impedance, the AKG K240S is easily driven to very loud levels by the Little Dot, which bespeaks how well these components complement one another. *Of course with headphones one must be very careful not to damage one's hearing, so it is easier to start off with the headphones at a lower volume, and then gradually increase to a volume which is comfortable for you. I could continue to wax poetic about these AKGs, however, that would take away time from my listening sessions and enjoyment of them. So in closing I can say this much: If you can find a pair of Sextetts that are in good shape and being sold at a reasonable price, you might want to consider purchasing them before someone else does. Check E-bay's listing of sold items by typing AKG K240 Sextett into the search area, in order to get an idea of what these headphones are selling for. This way you can get an idea of what they are worth based on their condition, before you decide to bid on or purchase a pair. Keep in mind that relative to other versions of the K240, the Sextett is fairly rare and really is a special piece of Hi-Fi gear that has stood the test of time.camerasrfun

I’m an up and coming audiophile so I’ve been exploring some options for professional work, and I love these! They sound clear, and yeah, they don’t have heaps of base, but the base that is there isn’t crushed together, you can hear the really deep sub-bass, and the top end is awesome! The semi-open back design gives it such a wide sound its simply awesome! The cable is a little long, but it is removable so its not THAT big of a deal, plus the cable is really thick and durable. TLDR; Durable, sounds amazing, good for new audiophiles!Ezra

ATH-M50X BT are hand down best sounding pair of headphones on the market for the price. These headphones sound amazing and you will know that for fact, the moment you try them out. Now for the problems, first of all the biggest problem is the overall comfort of these headphones is just bad, the ear pads that come with the set are not good, i am lucky that I have spare ear pads for my hyperx cloud 2 headphones. Although those pads are a little bigger for m50x but they are far more comfortable than the original ones. Second and last major problem is that bt range is rather awful, if you plan to leave the room while wearing the headset, then don't coz they start loosing connection from not very far away. And now for the little complaints that I have noted in my one month of use 1. The touch input is very inconsistent 2. The mic is not high quality. It gets the job done in quite environments like homes, metro(when not over crowded), gym (if gym music is at a decent level) but it is just not useful anywhere that is even a little crowded. 3. You can not connect to a second device until you disconnect from first device (although it can remember multiple devices). It is written on the product page that it has Bluetooth 5.0 but it works like 2.0 I bought it for its sound signature and it delivers outstandingly well on that front. But it would have been a much better experience if those problems were not present.arjun

Richer Sounds is your go-to place for knowledge, advice and leading products; brands you may not of come across but brands dedicated to quality. An example is audio technica. I wanted to spoil myself to new headphones and these looked great and with solid reviews. I’d already used richer sounds for JBL and AKG having not tried those brands, so I knew I was in safe hands. When I called Reigate store there was no pushiness or upwelling. The store manager gave me some more facts about Audio-Technica ATH-M50XBT. It helped crystallize my decision. Prompt delivery and a superb set of headphone: looking great sounding superb thank you Richer Sounds – again.Bard49

I know these are often described as reference or studio headphones, so I was a little concerned the bass would be little light. However, I have no complaints whatsoever. They sound just neutral enough without being flat, and there is great clarity across most genres. Bluetooth connection is simple, although the app is pointless. The buttons are easily accessed, although the central button for pausing is really difficult to differentiate from the volume buttons. Build quality is excellent and they comfortable for hours on end. The included bag is a bit naff, so I might invest in something later if we can ever travel again! All in all, I would recommend to anyone but die hard bass heads. Sounds as good as Bose and Sony for less money.Cookie2

You're hearing what everyone else is hearing if you get these. That's a good thing in music. You slide these on and listen to a mix, you're hearing what everybody else involved in the record is hearing. You can even request that they listen through these. Most people will, and most people have a set of these. These are great for tracking vocals as well… I prefer closed back for vocals, but be warned, that's not for everyone, so have some earbuds and open backs handy for people who want to track vox with them. These are probably the flattest, most true to life sounding headphones of any manufacturer at any price point… The 40s were great, the 40xs are even better. Every thing is clear and even, but nothing is harsh or overbearing. Your ears get used to them really fast and extended sessions don't fatigue the ears. Fantastic value. These are better than the higher priced AT headphones in my opinion because they are indeed flat. Now, I know there are more "flat" headphones out there, but these are linear and flat in a musical way. They have life in their sound… so you still hear everything accurately, but nothing's dull or thin sounding either. And since the ears love them so much and adjust so quickly to them, you come to expect to hear everything through them because they're just so easy to listen to. And they tell you problems in tracking and mixing quickly, but they're never rude about it.Heylel Heosphoros

I bought a pair of ATH-M50's seven years ago, and I used them every day until they sadly gave out. However, considering the amount of use and abuse I put them through, that is perfectly acceptable. Anyway, I received a brand new pair of ATH-40x's several days ago, and I can whole-heartedly say that these headphones are excellent and almost up to par with my old M50's. They sound incredible and produce excellent, deep, and immersive sound. The only caveat that I've encountered is the standard earpads. They are firm and uncomfortable for prolonged listening sessions, an easy fix with a bit of research. Moreover, their construction isn't as sturdy as the ATH-M50's; however, a little "self-fusing" silicone tape applied to the sensitive plastic joints can give these headphones a longer life and enjoyment for many years. Nevertheless, the Audio-Technica ATH-M40x Headphones are the best "bang for the buck" headphones I've ever owned.marcelgerou

These are not studio quality headphones. In my experience with Behringer's guitar pedals they do make some good quality gear. I have been amazed at the quality of their effects pedals at really low price points. I (stupidly) assumed that these headphones would be similar value for money. They are not. In this case you get what you pay for. I have a pair of AKG K44 headphones (which I would consider a budget line) and they outperform these by a long way in terms of frequency response. I wanted these to impress me so much but they fall very short.bsablackie

We have 8 sets of the HPS3000 now with the oldest set being 3 years old and still working. They are used to listen to room audio of adjacent rooms. Our staff are required to wear them approx 4 hours a day. They are great quality and comfortable. They are great at blocking noise in the current room and allowing you to listen to clear speech in adjacent rooms. They meet our needs 100% and are reasonably priced.Craig O.

If you have young ears able to hear high frequencies well, this I NOT the headphone for you. The bass is rolled off. And I believe this is purposeful by Behringer. As an elderly, I have lost everything above 15kHz, and reduced hearing from 5k – 15kHZ. So strong bass in headphones masks much of the sound I want to hear. Therefor, with the roll-off of bass in these headphones, it permits the high frequencies to be clean. If you are over 65 years old, I believe you will love these headphones, as I do.Pipe organ Nut

Wanted something relatively cheap which didn't accentuate bass or treble too much. These were recommended and fitted the bill perfectly. Having mixed several tracks in an audio program I just needed to hear the balance of each track without exaggeration. So with their closed cups and a 3m cord plugged into laptop, PC or mobile I am very pleased with the results prior to uploading to SoundCloud. Plus, for general listening, they're easily better than my expensive and extensive loudspeaker system. Comfy. Clear. Improving daily too as usage benefits the sound quality.Fairfolds

Evidently Sennheiser has replaced the venerable HD-201 with this HD-206. The HD-201 was one of the few inexpensive headphones available with a reasonably flat frequency response that would not hype any particular frequency range. The HD-201 didn't sound exciting, but it did give you a reasonably accurate version of what a recording was intended to sound like. A very useful tool for people creating sound products. The HD-206 is similar, with improved imaging and detail. However Sennheiser couldn't resist also hyping the bass a little. That may make it more popular with casual listeners. But it is no longer quite as neutral as the HD-201. However it is still a bargain if you are seeking an un-hyped sound.fritznux

These closed back, over ear full range cans are perfect for my task – monitoring music playback and practising my bass guitar. They reject a surprising level of ambient noise: wearing them in my living room I cannot hear my wife asking me questions from the next sofa (ha ha). The sound balance from the HD206 is clear and open. There is a good level of dynamics, following live drum mixes very well without ringing or splashy sibilance on the crash cymbals. The bass is dry and solid, again with very good dynamics and no artificial colouring or boominess. Synth work like CHVRCHES deep deep bass lacks the full extension of expensive open back reference 'phones, but is still enjoyable and accurate. Over all, an accurate and open sound with good ambient rejection. I'm a fan.docmathoc