Studio headphones

Closed-back circumaural reference class headphones

Review: The newly designed AKG legend, the K-271 MK II headphones combine the benefits of AKG's circumaural design for extreme comfort and a closed-back design for maximum isolation from ambient noise.

Thanks to its XXL transducers, the K-271 MK II headphones sounds clean, smooth and very rich. The K-271 MK II headphones are the perfect choice for any application where sonic bleed could cause problems such as broadcast work. Another important feature of the K 271 MK II is the addition of a switch in the headband that mutes the audio just as soon as the headphones are taken off.

Professional monitor headphones with 40mm neodymium drivers

Review: With the ATH-M50 professional studio monitor headphones, the Audio-Technica has achieved an exceptionally accurate response and long-wearing listening comfort. Designed especially for professional monitoring and mixing, these studiophones feature an efficient collapsible design for space-saving portability and storage. Circumaural ear pieces swivel 180 degree for easy one-ear monitoring and luxuriously padded ear cushions create an outstanding seal for maximum isolation. The adjustable headband is generously padded for ultimate comfort during long mixing sessions. A coiled cable at the left earpiece terminates to a gold-plated mini-plug with included screw-on 1/4" adapter.

Audio-Technica's sophisticated driver technology and superior components deliver exceptional power handling and very high SPL capabilities while maintaining clarity of sound throughout their extended range, with deep, accurate bass and outstanding high-frequency extension. The headphones feature proprietary large-aperture drivers with neodymium magnet systems for ultra-efficient signal transfer.

Semi-open headphones designed for studio monitoring

Review: Improved AKG vari-motion transducers for the utmost in sonic accuracy and wide bandwidth. Detachable input cable with locking mini-XLR connector makes transportation and servicing easy.
Ear-pads can be removed easily for cleaning, and it comes with both leatherette and velour ear-pads for customized comfort. 55 ohms impedance and high sensitivity for compatibility with any output device. Includes gold-plated, screw-on mini 1/4" adapter, velour and leatherette ear-pads and 10' straight and 16.5' coiled cables.

Closed dynamic headphones

Review: The DT 770 Pro is a closed dynamic headphone and has been designed for critical music and sound monitoring. The single sided cable makes the handling of the headphone easy. The cushion system allows the DT 770 Pro to be used comfortably for long periods of time.

The circumaural design with velour cushions and adjustable headband makes the DT 770 headphones really comfortable, even over prolonged periods. The DT 770 250Ohm version is designed for the studio, delivering a higher impedance and a slightly more accurate response than the 80Ohm versions. The higher impedance also means you can safely use multiple headsets from the same source.

The 2 most common complaints when mixing using closed back headphones are that they are uncomfortable and don't produce enough bass, leaving mixes overly compensated (see the FAQ further down for the reasons why). The answer to first problem is to buy open back headphones, but they are no good for recording purposes and may not solve the second issue of bass response. Fortunately, the DT 770 Pro tackle both these problems, delivering an impressive nominal frequency response of 5Hz-35kHz using their innovative bass reflex system with a very large cup and velour cushions that let air through but not sound, thus reducing pressure.

Closed, diffuse-field studio headphone

Review: The Beyerdynamic DT 770 Headphones 80 Ohm are closed back dynamic headphones that use the same comfortable, sound isolating design as the 250 Ohm studio version, but with a lower resistance for general purpose and mobile applications. Because of the lower resistance, the DT 770 Pro 80 Ohm headphones are louder and work on low power devices such as smart phones, MP3 player, laptops and bus powered interfaces. Therefore, if you are working in a loud environment or using a battery operated device, the Beyerdynamic DT 770Pro 80 Ohm headphones make the perfect choice of headphone.

When out and about, you really need to block as much ambient noise out as possible and a lot of headphones do this by clamping the ear-pads as tightly to your ears as possible and using materials that absorb a lot of sound. This produces two unwanted issues; discomfort, after prolonged use; and a loss of audio quality as sound being generated by the driver is absorbed by the cup. The DT 700 Pro series avoids this by using a clever bass reflex system and a large circumaural cup design with velour pads. Of course the real technology is in the transducer itself, which produces a nominal frequency response of 5Hz to 35kHz and a nominal SPL of 96dB, an exceptional performance.

Collapsible high-end headphones

Review: Designed with the professional who has to work for extended periods, the HD 380 Pro headphones feature a closed-back design that lessens the effect of undesirable environmental noise. Being able to handle sound levels of up to 110dB and featuring the efficient E.A.R design which directs the sound correctly in the ear, these are well built and comfortable headphones that are easily stowed and carried around.

Limited edition of the DT 770 Pro with 32 Ohms due to the 88th anniversary of Beyerdynamic

Review: Beyerdynamic celebrates its 88th anniversary with a refined edition of the DT 770 PRO headphoneS, the professional audio industry standard for more than 20 years. Its newly developed 32 Ohms drivers are based on Beyerdynamic's world-renowned 80 Ohms and 250 Ohms drivers.

While the new DT 770 PRO 32 Ohms limited anniversary edition satisfies even the highest studio requirements, it is also compatible with smartphones, MP3 players, tablets, laptops and PC soundcards.

This special 32 Ohms version is hand-made in Germany with utmost dedication to every detail. It comes with a black softskin headband and black softskin ear cushions, giving it a distinctive professional-look, which stands out from the crowd.

Stereo monitoring headphones

Review: The Fostex T50RP professional headphones offer the true and accurate headphone monitoring crucial for DJ recording studios, post houses, remote broadcast facilities and project studios. They have been designed from the outset to offer the widest frequency range, to minimise listening fatigue and to allow you to accurately pinpoint and analyse all aspects of your creative output.

The Fostex T50RP headphones faithfully reproduce all aspects of the program material, free from any sonic coloration and distortion. They combine supreme clarity and audio performance in a comfortable sophisticated design. The Fostex T50RP headphones deliver this uncolored reproduction and natural clear sound right across the full frequency range with full bass and sparkling highs. The bass is always powerful and distortion-free even at high levels, which makes T50RP essential when headphone monitoring in noisy environments such as ENG recording, DJ work and in applications where you need to concentrate totally on your the program material. Furthermore, the Design of the leatherette padded ear cushions enhance the excellent sound isolation and superb deep bass reproduction

Key to the transparent sound reproduction is Fostex's regulated phase technology, a proprietory transducer and diaphragm design that has earned Fostex more than 20 international patents and has been successfully applied to microphones, headphones and loudspeakers used and relied upon in professional and commercial sound installations worldwide. This technology has been enhanced still further in a standard RP Diaphragm, which uses copper foil etched polyimide film to provide excellent resistance to high level input peaks of up to 3000mW, ensuring an accurate sound regardless of the volume.

Manufactured to the most exacting standards with durable, tough and rugged materials and components, the Fostex T50RP headphones are not only built to last. They're also built for comfort. Those padded ear cushions and wide, self adjusting headbands ensure maximum comfort and fit during extended wearing periods. Fostex's eye for design and real-world usability can also be seen in the lockable single-entry jack, which minimizes cord tangles and offers excellent serviceability.

Whether you're monitoring analog or digital audio sources, work in a professional or project studio, mixing live or need a great pair of cans for DJ work, you require headphones which offer solid bass, clear mids and sparkling highs as well as faithfully reproduce all aspects of the program material, free from any sonic coloration and distortion. A pair of Fostex T50RP headphones will deliver all these.

Folding monitor headphones

Review: Folding and rotating ear cups and a closed back design are features of the pro grade HD280PRO headphones from Sennheiser. With a large frequency response they are ideal for DJs and lovers of contemporary music. Lightweight and rugged, they are used by professionals in a variety of environments.

Open-backed headphones

Review: With a lightweight honeycomb aluminum casing and magnesium frame structure, these open-air headphones produce no sense of pressure on the ears, offering a completely natural listening experience. The sound is smooth and relaxed, with deep resonating bass and vocal projection. The self-adjusting wing support automatically adjusts to your head size for easy-wearing listening comfort. A straight cord at the left earpiece terminates to a mini plug with included 14" adapter.

Closed-back dynamic monitor headphones

Review: A perfect choice for project studio engineers, home recordists and recording musicians, the Audio-Technica ATH-M30FS dynamic stereo headphones offer the highest level of sonic accuracy in a design engineered to provide maximum comfort for hours of listening. The headphones' low-profile, closed-back design provides exceptional clarity and superior isolation in high-volume listening situations.

Semi-open stereo headphones

Review: The newly designed AKG K 99 headphones are semi-open stereo headphones which combine excellent sound and optimum price/performance. Self-adjusting headband, soft leatherette circumaural earpads and low weight ensure pleasant fit. Large, high-performance 1.6" (40mm) speakers provide a natural, uncoloured sound.

Semi open dynamic headphones

Review: The acclaimed Fostex TH-7 headphones are now reborn with the improved sound quality and a new, modern cosmetic design. Featuring all-new ear pads and headband, the new TH-7 ultra-modern headphones have been designed for extreme comfort listening and extended use. The attached cord is complete with a stereo mini plug, making TH-7 headphones ideal for use with a portable audio player. In addition, a 1.5m extension cable complete with 6.3mm stereo adapter is supplied for studio applications.

Manufactured from ultra-light materials (these comfortable sets weigh in at under 260g) and featuring acoustic-designed diaphragms to maximise audio performance, these stereo headphones offer great all-round capability right across the frequency range.

The TH-7 headphones are ideally suited to all types of music and are a good choice for a wide range of applications from personal studio to professional studio.

Sony ZX series on-ear stereo headphones with noise isolation earpads and pressure relieving urethane cushion

Review: Perfect for use in and out of the studio, the high quality Sony MDR-ZX700 on-ear stereo headphones add a subtle element of 70s soul to your listening experience.

With wood-like detailing, contoured metal accents and clean design inspired by the stripped-down styling of vintage Hi-Fi stereo equipment, the MDR-ZX700 headphones are influenced by another era, yet updated with contemporary components and the cutting-edge audio technology Sony built its brand around.

The MDR-ZX700 headphones feature noise-isolating earpads, 50mm neodymium drivers with OFC copper voice coils and integrated, multi-layer film diaphragms. These headphones offer all the bells and whistles of ultra-modern audio equipment accented with just the right tones of understated 70s style.

Professional monitoring headphones

Review: Designed for professional audio engineers and studio professionals, the Shure SRH940 headphones provide accurate response across the entire audio spectrum to deliver smooth high-end extension with tight bass. Two included detachable cables (straight and coiled) and a replacement set of velour ear pads ensure a long-lasting lifetime of use.

The Shure SRH940 headphones are an ideal choice for professional audio engineers and musicians in applications such as studio recording and critical listening.

The Shure SRH940 headphones have a closed-back and circumaural design that rests comfortably over the ears which reduces background noise. The wide and padded headband provides ergonomic fit for superior comfort over extended periods. It has a precisely tailored frequency response to deliver rich bass, clear mid-range and extended highs. The collapsible design provides easy storage and portability, with the included carrying bag giving the headphones protection when on the go or not in use.

Furthermore, the package also includes a replaceable cable and a replacement set of ear pads which ensure a long-lasting lifetime of use.

Review: The Audio-Technica ATH-M40FS premium professional studio headphones offer a flat, extended frequency response for professional studio monitoring.

Superior components provide very high SPL capabilities while maintaining exceptional clarity of sound. Exterior design features include sturdy strain-relief cable and comfortable circumaural earpieces that can be rotated 180 degree to permit one-ear monitoring. This field-serviceable model allows elements, cables and earpads to be replaced in the field if needed.

Professional studio monitoring headphones

Review: Audio-Technica has introduced a straight-cable version, ATH-M50s, of its flagship ATH-M50 headphones. Designed to provide an exceptionally natural response for professional monitoring/mixing, the headphones feature a closed-back, collapsible design with 45 mm neodymium drivers, circumaural ear pieces (180- swivel) and luxuriously padded ear cushions. A straight cable at the left earpiece terminates to a gold-plated mini-plug with included screw-on 14" adapter.

Audio-Technica's sophisticated driver technology and superior components deliver exceptional power handling and very high SPL capabilities while maintaining clarity of sound throughout their extended range, with deep, accurate bass and outstanding high-frequency extension. The headphones feature proprietary large-aperture drivers with neodymium magnet systems for ultra-efficient signal transfer.

Studio monitor style headphones

Review: These Panasonic monitor headphones are designed to work best for high-end audio equipment, and offers rich and powerful sound. The excellent audio is produced by the large 50mm driver unit and the high grade OFC input cable. The double headband and cloth covered ear pads gives a welcoming and comfortable fit.

Prodessional closed dynamic studio headphones

Review: The Beyerdynamic DT250 headphones are lightweight, low profile, closed headphones for broadcast, recording studios and intercom applications (optionally with limiter).

The DT 250 is a lightweight, low profile design, closed dynamic headphone offering good ambient noise isolation. It's suitable for various applications in broadcast and recording studios. The powerful neodymium magnet systems provide high-fidelity reproduction and a balanced sound. The headband and earphone cushioning system have been carefully designed for maximum comfort and unobtrusive style.

Review: Samson SR850 studio reference headphones offer an excellent listening solution for musicians, sound engineers and general music enthusiasts. With outstanding bass response and clean, clear highs, the SR850 headphones ensure complete comfort and accurate monitoring performance.

The semi-open design of Samson SR850 provides an enhanced ambient listening environment, allowing appropriate bleed for better stereo imaging and a wider sound stage. The 50mm drivers also offer exceptional sound reproduction and wide dynamic range to instill confidence in your final mix or simply provide outstanding sound quality for your general listening pleasure.

With a self-adjusting headband for a secure and natural fit, the Samson SR850 headphones provide total comfort for extended listening and monitoring sessions. An 1/8" to 1/4" gold plated adapter is included for convenience and flexibility. When it comes to enjoying your music or mixing for a professional result, the SR850s combine comfort with professional performance.

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Review: The Sony MDR-7510 is a pair of high-quality studio headphones for demanding pro applications, including studio and broadcast monitoring.

An excellent choice for both reference monitoring and audio mixing applications, the MDR-7510 extends the MDR-7500 line with a new fixed design of rugged construction. With 50mm drivers utilizing PET (polyethylene terephthalate) diaphragms, these headphones provide a wide frequency response, broad dynamic range, and accurate sound reproduction.

The MDR-7510 offers high power handling capability and uses neodymium magnets and OFC (oxygen-free copper) voice coils. Noise isolation earpads with pliable cushion material conform to the natural shape of the ear and provide comfort and acoustic isolation.

This product comes with PrimeSupport, fast, hassle-free repairs and a helpline offering expert technical advice. Which gives you the peace of mind that Sony is looking after your equipment and your business.

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Closed-back dynamic monitor headphones

Review: The Audio-Technica ATH-M20 dynamic stereo headphones offer exceptional clarity and maximum comfort for hours of listening. The headphones' low-profile, closed-back design provides superior isolation in high-volume listening situations.

Studio headphones with in-line mic & controller

Review: The TMA-1 Studio headphones are AIAIAI's latest professional cans especially designed for the studio. The Copenhagen-based design collective had lengthy sessions in mind when they consulted with musicians, producers and engineers. They were looking to create a more referenced sound and enhanced comfort with the response and durability of the TMA-1, with an adjusted EQ curve to adapt the original's for use in the studio. They chose an over-the-ear design that increases comfort, especially appreciated when used for long periods of time.

The newly introduced TMA-1 Studio's feature several differences which help them excel in the world of production.

The Studios shun portability for comfort, appearing significantly bulkier than the vanilla TMA-1's. Featuring circumaural ears pads that fit around the ear and extra headband padding, the Studio's are comfortable even when worn for long periods of time - perfect for that all day studio session.

Under the hood AIAIAI have also tweaked the drivers themselves, giving the Studios a flatter, producer-friendly frequency response - and making them more delicately balanced then the slightly bass heavy TMA-1's.

The result is one of the clearest, most comfortable listening experiences available, with the protein based circumaural cups preserving rich highs, mids and lows whilst blocking all unwanted noise. Although not the most detailed cans at their price range, the overall package of sound, style and build quality make the Studio's hard to beat.

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Closed, diaphragm style, professional headphones

Review: The Beyerdynamic DT 231 PRO is a pair of lightweight headphones for studio and stage applications, featuring a brilliant sound coupled with an outstanding low-frequency response. The soft, replaceable earpads ensure long-term wearing comfort without fatigue.

Closed diffuse field headphones for drummers and monitoring purposes (FOH), with volume control

Review: Closed headphone for drummers and monitoring purposes (FOH), with extreme isolation against ambient noise. Due to its high SPL capability and excellent ambient noise attenuation, the DT 770 M is also suitable for the monitoring of PA systems (FOH) live on stage and in studios.

The dynamic, closed DT 770 M has especially been designed for drummers and FOH monitoring. The strengthened headband and the softskin ear pads provide an excellent isolation against ambient noise.

The single-sided 3m connecting cable allows easy handling for everday use and is equipped with an in-line volume control for optimum set-up. It is fitted with a gold-plated mini stereo plug (3.5mm) with a 1/4" (6.35mm) adapter and is therefore suitable for use with almost all head-phone amplifiers.

The rugged headband construction has been strengthened to give the headphone a very secure fit, matched with mechanical reliability. Soft earpads that are easy to clean and adjustable, sliding earpieces ensure listening comfort during extended periods of use.

The DT 770 M provides a natural and balanced sound and exceptional quality suitable for the most demanding professional and audiophile applications.

Review: Sennheiser's HD600 headphones are designed in particular for use listening to DAT, DVD, MD and CD sound sources. These headphones are built for studio engineers who find themselves recording classical music

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The SRH240 headphones from Shure provide excellent sound reproduction and comfort. With 40mm neodymium dynamic drivers optimized for general listening and monitoring, the SRH240 headphones reproduce deep bass with clear mids and highs. Impedance, power handling and sensitivity are all calibrated for connection to most consumer and professional audio devices.

Shure's thick and soft around-ear cushions and adjustable headband provide long-lasting comfort, allowing you to listen for hours without fatigue. The cable of the SRH240As provide plenty of slack and has a standard 3.5mm plug and a 6.35mm adapter for wide compatibility with consumer and professional audio gear.

Closed back Hi-Fi headphones

Review: Introducing the new ATH-T400 dynamic headphones. Lightweight, durable and suitable for all types of music and multimedia applications.

The 53mm driver unit reproduces superior quality sound so users can enjoy their listening experience. The ATH-T400 feature a dual headband system ensuring maximum comfort and reduced pressure on the head.

Review: The AKG K121 Studio headphones are entry level professional headphones for various applications, such as project studios and home recording. They are semi-open, supraaural type headphones and a great all round performer.

The AKG self adjusting headband ensures a good fit & excellent comfort after hours of extended use. They ship with a 3.5/6.3mm plug and leatherette earpads that are easy to clean (they don't come with a spare pair of earpads). They have been designed and enginered in Austrai by AKG.

Closed back studio headphones

Review: The newly designed AKG K 171 MK II headphones combine the benefits of a closed-back design with the lightweight and comfort of supra-aural headphones. They are excellent for DJ and broadcast applications where no sound can bleed from the headphones into live microphones.

The closed-back, loud and rugged design gives the AKG K 171 MK II headphones a different low-frequency character and maintains its comfort and flexibility.

Studio reference headphones

Review: The Gemini HSR-1000 Professional Monitoring Headphones combine exceptionally accurate sound reproduction with total comfort, offering outstanding performance whether you're mixing in a studio or listening casually in any environment. Boasting top-tier components that produce pristine, full-range audio, the HSR-1000s represent a new level of sound quality from Gemini headphones.

Large 53mm neodymium drivers deliver high output with low distortion for powerful, articulate sound, even at elevated volumes. High-quality PET diaphragms also ensure the bass sounds deep and rich, the mids sound lush and vibrant, and the highs sound clear and brilliant.

For extraordinary isolation, these headphones employ a closed-back design, which incorporates double noise rejection technology, so you hear true, immaculate sound, no matter where you're listening. This means ambient noise is blocked, so studio engineers and front-of-house technicians can hear a supremely accurate mix without coloration from unwanted sound. Impeccable isolation also means microphones won't pick up bleed-through from musicians' phones during recording sessions. And of course, DJs can preview and beat match perfectly, even in loud club settings.

The Gemini HSR-1000 headphones feature a leather headband and soft earcups to ensure total comfort, especially during periods of extended listening. Adjustable 15-degree swing ear brackets also accommodate different head sizes, so you're guaranteed a snug, secure fit. Ideal for engineers, audiophiles, DJs and general music lovers, the HSR-1000s provide rich, brilliant audio and unrivaled comfort for a superior listening experience.

Review: The KRK Headphones provide a precise listening experience that takes you from personal studio to commercial studio to on-the-go track evaluations and they allow you to accurately enjoy your music with the consistent voicing philosophy and honest reproduction top producers, studio musicians, performers and engineers have come to trust.

The KRK headphones provide incredibly natural frequency response that gives you a reference standard unaffected by your location day or night. Studio or home. Without disturbing others. Without compromising your tracks. Passionate about music and interested in experiencing the artist's vision as it was intended to be heard? Then experience KRK. Whether you are listening to some tracks, or tracking your next recording, the KNS6400 gives you the famous KRK sound independent of your monitors. This closed-back around-the-ear design brings you closer to your music, and the highly isolated surround pads give you the freedom to immerse yourself in the sound without having your monitor mix escape into open microphones and keeps live instruments out of what you are monitoring. Having One Voice that consistently gives you accurate reproduction of your music or mix will help you achieve just what the artist intended especially if the artist is you.

Comfort-fit monitor headphones, designed for personal sound monitoring

Review: The RH-5 headphones are perfect for electronic musical instruments such as Roland's digital pianos and V-Drums.

Equipped with high-performance drivers and large-scale housings, these headphones provide quality sound and a comfortable fit. From musical-instrument practice to audio-playback applications, the RH-5 delivers exceptional performance.

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Review: Folding and rotating ear cups and a closed back design are features of the pro grade HD280PRO headphones from Sennheiser. With a large frequency response they are ideal for DJs and lovers of contemporary music. Lightweight and rugged, they are used by professionals in a variety of environments.

Professional studio headphones

Review: The SHP1 is an indispensible tool that enables you to cope with your everyday studio work with perfection.

A special characteristic of the SHP1 is its neutral sound reproduction which is essential for studio applications. The SHP1 reproduces a detailed frequency spectrum which allows wiping out interfering frequencies at an early stage during production. A balanced bass range, precise mids and crystal clear highs give an unaltered impression of your productions while at the same time avoiding unpleasant surprises when hearing the track later in the club. The high output guarantees distortion-free playback, thus meeting all demands when it comes to studio headphones.

These studio headphones are designed especially for time-consuming sessions. The extra large circumaural construction caters for maximum isolation, even at high ambient noise levels, and also guarantees the highest wearing comfort, thanks to the thick ear pads and spacious bracket padding. Due to its strong grip and great sound isolation, the SHP1 is especially appropriate for recording sessions.

With its timeless as well as intelligent design, the SHP1 scores big time with its looks. The ear cups are embelished with a classy Reloop sign while separated and easily removable mini jacks create a perfect stereo experience.

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After 9 years, Audio-Technica Japan have finally released an upgraded model to replace its A700, the younger brother of the beloved A900. Introducing the new ATH-A700X, now in a metallic blue finish.

The new A700X is about 20% lighter than its previous generation while retaining a full-body sound stage and an extended and solidified bass. The Audio-Technica ATH-A700X closed-back dynamic headphones deliver audiophile-quality acoustic performance with full, rich balanced bass. The headphones feature proprietary large-aperture 53 mm drivers for high-fidelity playback. Equipped with A-T's innovative self-adjusting wing support mechanism, the headphones offer long hours of remarkably comfortable listening.

Audiophile closed-back dynamic headphones

Review: Audio-Technica's ATH-A900x closed-back dynamic headphones deliver audiophile-quality acoustic performance with superior, deep bass and vocal projection unmatched in its class. The headphones feature large-aperture 53mm drivers for high-fidelity playback. Equipped with A-T's innovative self-adjusting wing support mechanism, the headphones offer long hours of remarkably comfortable listening.

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Closed-back DJ headphones with coiled cable

Review: With the ATH-M50WH professional studio monitor headphones (white color; coiled cable), Audio-Technica have achieved an exceptionally accurate response and long-wearing listening comfort. Designed especially for professional monitoring and mixing, these studiophones feature an efficient collapsible design for space-saving portability and storage. Circumaural ear pieces swivel 180- for easy one-ear monitoring and luxuriously padded ear cushions create an outstanding seal for maximum isolation. The adjustable headband is generously padded for ultimate comfort during long mixing sessions. A coiled cable at the left earpiece terminates to a gold-plated mini-plug with included screw-on 14" adapter.

Audio-Technica's sophisticated driver technology and superior components deliver exceptional power handling and very high SPL capabilities while maintaining clarity of sound throughout their extended range, with deep, accurate bass and outstanding high-frequency extension. The headphones feature proprietary large-aperture drivers with neodymium magnet systems for ultra-efficient signal transfer.

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Professional studio monitor headphones

Review: With the ATH-M50RD professional studio monitor headphones, Audio-Technica have achieved an exceptionally accurate response and long-wearing listening comfort. Designed especially for professional monitoring and mixing, these studio-phones feature an efficient collapsible design for space-saving portability and storage. Circumaural ear pieces swivel 180 degrees for easy one-ear monitoring and luxuriously padded ear cushions create an outstanding seal for maximum isolation.

Audio-Technica's sophisticated driver technology and superior components deliver exceptional power handling and very high SPL capabilities while maintaining clarity of sound throughout their extended range, with deep, accurate bass and outstanding high-frequency extension. The headphones feature proprietary large-aperture drivers with neodymium magnet systems for ultra-efficient signal transfer.

But more than being one of the best professional headphone designs around, the M50RD edition also have one of the most striking, beautiful looks of any can available. The limited edition red finish is an essential model for anyone who takes their sound and their look seriously.

Stereo dynamic headset with a dual adjustable headband

Review: The Audio Technica ATH-T200 features a large double headband for a comfortable fit around the head.

The over-the-ear earpads of the Audio Technica ATH-T200 prevents the sound from leaking. The 40mm driver unit produces high quality sound for users to enjoy the listening experience.

The Audio Technica ATH-T200 is supplied with a 3.5mm gold-plating stereo mini-plug and a standard 6.5mm adaptor.

Review: The Audio-Technica ATH-T300 headphones use a copper-clad aluminum wire (or CCAW) voice coil driver units that makes you feel like you're right there listening to the music. A CCAW driver combines the strength and conductivity of a copper core with a lightweight outer coating of aluminum, resulting in an extended high frequency range and a cleaner bass. Wide adjustable head support and soft ear pads allow you to listen in comfort for long periods of time.

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The Audio-Technica ATH-T300 headphones use a copper-clad aluminum wire (or CCAW) voice coil driver units that makes you feel like you're right there listening to the music. A CCAW driver combines the strength and conductivity of a copper core with a lightweight outer coating of aluminum, resulting in an extended high frequency range and a cleaner bass. Wide adjustable head support and soft ear pads allow you to listen in comfort for long periods of time.

Open-air Hi-Fi headphones

Review: 2011 winter marks Audio-Technica Japan's big release of its headphones line as 2012 is Audio-Technica Japan's 50th year anniversary.

Introducing the new Air T-Line from Audio-Technica, its new air dynamic headphones series with improved construction. The ATH-TAD400 is an open-air headphones with 40mm drivers and CCAW voice coil. Perforated aluminum honeycomb case to allow a more natural sound reproduction with better air flow and reduced vibration.

Designed to provide maximum comfort for a better listening experience, the new TAD Air T-Line is equipped with dual headband and velvet earpads.

Review: The K 141 MKII headphones are the newly updated version of the AKG legend with XXL transducers with Varimotion technology to deliver higher sensitivity, wide dynamic range and higher SPL, plus its lower impedance also allows it to be used with computers and other devices with low-power output.

The gimbalsuspended earcups and self-adjusting headband makes these comfortable to wear. The detachable OFC cables have gold-plated plugs for easy transportation and years of loss-free signal transfer.

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Whether you're tracking, mixing or listening, you can expect sonic accuracy from your Studiophile Q40 headphones designed by M-Audio, the leading provider of reference monitor technology. With professional-grade dynamic drivers and ear cups that completely surround the ears, the Q40 headphones deliver full-range specs with excellent isolation from outside noise. Lightweight construction and comfortable earpads make them ideal for long studio sessions or hours of listening. These sturdy phones are collapsible for easy travel and even include a detachable/replaceable 3-metre cable to protect your investment. Whether you're making music or just enjoying it, the Studiophile Q40 headphones let you get the most out of the experience.

Review: The KRK Headphones provide a precise listening experience that takes you from personal studio to commercial studio to on-the-go track evaluations and they allow you to accurately enjoy your music with the consistent voicing philosophy and honest reproduction top producers, studio musicians, performers and engineers have come to trust.

The KRK headphones provide incredibly natural frequency response that gives you a reference standard unaffected by your location. Day or night. Studio or home. Without disturbing others. Without compromising your tracks. Passionate about music and interested in experiencing the artist's vision as it was intended to be heard? Then experience KRK. Whether you are listening to some tracks, or tracking your next recording, the KNS6400 gives you the famous KRK sound independent of your monitors. This closed-back around-the-ear design brings you closer to your music and the highly isolated surround pads give you the freedom to immerse yourself in the sound without having your monitor mix escape into open microphones and keeps live instruments out of what you are monitoring. Having One Voice that consistently gives you accurate reproduction of your music or mix will help you achieve just what the artist intended, especially if the artist is you.

Review: The Hosa headphones are designed to provide years of dependable service and the HDS-338 Supra-Aurals headphones are no different. High-quality components and world-class manufacturing combine to deliver a product of exceptional value.

RP series professional headphones

Review: The new Fostex T20RPmkII headphones offer the true and accurate headphone monitoring crucial for recording studios, post houses, remote broadcast facilities, project studios and DJs. They are the headphones which have been designed from the outset to offer the widest frequency range, to minimise listening fatigue, allow you to accurately pinpoint and analyse all aspects of your creative output.

The Fostex T20RPmkII headphones faithfully reproduce all aspects of the program material without any sonic coloration and distortion. They also combine supreme clarity and audio performance in a comfortable and sophisticated design.

The Fostex T20RPmkII headphones deliver uncolored reproduction and natural clear sound right across the full frequency range with full bass and sparkling highs. Whereas other lesser headphones struggle at high sound pressure levels, the Fostex T20RPmkII headphones have overcome such problems. The bass is always powerful and distortion-free even at high levels. They become essential when headphone monitoring in noisy environments such as ENG recording, DJ work and in applications where you need to concentrate totally on your program material.

Key to the transparent sound reproduction is Fostex's regulated phase (RP) technology, a proprietory transducer and diaphragm design that has earned Fostex more than twenty international patents and has been successfully applied to microphones, headphones and loudspeakers used and relied upon in professional and commercial sound installations worldwide. This technology has been enhanced still further in a new RP diaphragm (now standard across the range), which uses copper foil etched polyimide film to provide excellent resistance of the Fostex T20RPmkII headphones to a high level input peak of 2000mW, ensuring an accurate sound regardless of the volume.

Manufactured to the most exacting standards with durable, tough and rugged materials and components, the Fostex T20RPmkII headphones are not only built to last. They're also built for comfort. Those padded ear cushions and wide, self-adjusting headbands ensure maximum comfort and fit during extended wearing periods.

Whether you're monitoring analog or digital audio sources, work in a professional or project studio, mixing live or just need a great pair of headphones for DJ work, you require headphones which offer solid bass, clear mids and sparkling highs. The Fostex T20RPmkII headphones will deliver all these.

RP series professional headphones

Review: The new Fostex T40RPmkII headphones offer the true and accurate headphone monitoring crucial for recording studios, post houses, remote broadcast facilities, project studios and DJs. They are the headphones which have been designed from the outset to offer the widest frequency range, to minimise listening fatigue, allow you to accurately pinpoint and analyse all aspects of your creative output.

The Fostex T40RPmkII headphones faithfully reproduce all aspects of the program material without any sonic coloration and distortion. They also combine supreme clarity and audio performance in a comfortable and sophisticated design.

The Fostex T40RPmkII headphones deliver uncolored reproduction and natural clear sound right across the full frequency range with full bass and sparkling highs. Whereas other lesser headphones struggle at high sound pressure levels, the Fostex T40RPmkII headphones have overcome such problems. The bass is always powerful and distortion-free even at high levels. They become essential when headphone monitoring in noisy environments such as ENG recording, DJ work and in applications where you need to concentrate totally on your program material.

Key to the transparent sound reproduction is Fostex's regulated phase (RP) technology, a proprietory transducer and diaphragm design that has earned Fostex more than twenty international patents and has been successfully applied to microphones, headphones and loudspeakers used and relied upon in professional and commercial sound installations worldwide. This technology has been enhanced still further in a new RP diaphragm (now standard across the range), which uses copper foil etched polyimide film to provide excellent resistance of the Fostex T40RPmkII headphones to a high level input peak of 2000mW, ensuring an accurate sound regardless of the volume.

Manufactured to the most exacting standards with durable, tough and rugged materials and components, the Fostex T40RPmkII headphones are not only built to last. They're also built for comfort. Those padded ear cushions and wide, self-adjusting headbands ensure maximum comfort and fit during extended wearing periods.

Whether you're monitoring analog or digital audio sources, work in a professional or project studio, mixing live or just need a great pair of headphones for DJ work, you require headphones which offer solid bass, clear mids and sparkling highs. The Fostex T40RPmkII headphones will deliver all these.

Semi open dynamic headphones

Review: The acclaimed Fostex TH-5 headphones are now reborn with improved sound quality and a new, modern cosmetic design. Featuring all-new ear pads and headband, the new TH-5 ultra-modern headphones have been designed for extreme comfort listening and extended use. The attached cord is complete with a stereo mini plug, making TH-5 headphones ideal for use with a portable audio player. In addition, a 1.5m extension cable complete with 6.3mm setero adapter is supplied for studio applications.

Offering a superb combination of quality sound at an affordable price, the new TH-5 headphones are great for all types of music. Semi-open type drivers delivering crystal-clear, well defined highs and good reproduction across all frequencies. The TH-5 headphones are manufactured from ultra-light materials (these comfortable sets weigh in at under 250g) and feature acoustic-designed diaphragms to maximise audio performance.

The TH-5 headphones are ideal for project studios and less demanding audio applications.