This is exactly what I have been looking for . Things I loved about this review : 1. Very natural and friendly . It didn’t have that TH-cam “ over the top omg subscribe to me “ feel! 2. Excellent reviews of the products broken down into categories and multiple applications . 3. Clear and concise . 4. This is how TH-cam vids should be done . Automatically had to subscribe 👍🏻🥇
6:04 Apart from the excellent airy, spacious sound they give, I've found the open backed DTs to be far less fatiguing than fully closed headphones, and the velour covered pads make them even more comfortable. This is a major plus in long sessions.
DTs impedence is to high 250 ohms. You will not hear any noise, if there is any. I am happy with Audio Technica. I have 4 of them: 2x M50xBT (for playback), 1x M50x (for post production), 1x M70x (for field production - noise catcher).
The DT990 has a huge treble peak lmao, what? They’re literally one of the most fatiguing headphones you can use. I have the dt770, which have less treble then the DT990, and they’re extremely fatiguing without EQ. They’re not a good headphones for mixing because they aren’t flat at all. You need actually flat headphones for mixing, like the DT880, or the sennheiser HD600, 6XX, or HD560s. The DT770 especially is not good for mixing at all. They’re designed for monitoring. They’re completely coloured in sound signature, have way to much bass, and way to much treble. If you mix on them, your mix will probably end up sounding very mid forward.
@@Teeb2023 Well I mean you mentioned that the open back DT headphones weren’t fatiguing, so I figured you were referring to the 990s. If you weren’t though, then that’s my bad. But if you were referring to the 990s, they’re actually very fatiguing and not great for mixing.
@@LabSoundRecords I'm planning on getting the beyerdynamic DT 770 the whole description of it sounded so interesting especially when he said that they can last for long sessions because I spend hours on music
Thanks to this video I purchased my first set of Beyerdynamic DT 770 PRO 250 Ohm. They sound totally amazing, your reviews were on point with this. I have been looking at reviews for weeks trying to find the right headphones and I have to say the DT770 PRO is wonderful. Again, thank you Sanjay for this video.
The DT 990 Pro’s are my favorite. They have such a great flavor that makes listening to mixes really enjoyable. I constantly go back and forth between the 990’s and my Senn HD 600’s for mixing and pleasure and then I have a pair of ATH-M50x’s for tracking.
You are brilliant, SanjayC! Your review of the top studio headphones is comprehensive, unbiased, and you’ve provided a great price range. Thanks for doing all the research.
I bought the Neumann NDH-20 when I bought a Moog Grandmother. I wanted something that could handle the Moog and my other analog instruments without fatiguing my ears. They are the best headphones that I've heard in 35 years. They are near perfect in every way. My ears used to growl like a bear after listening to music for a couple of hours. Now they purr like a kitten.
As a "just retired" newbee heading down my return path to music production, Sanjay C provides a truly valued added resource to avert information overload. THANK YOU Sanjay C.....you are AWESOME !!!
Saving to get my boyfriend the Audio Technica ATH m50x. I’ve been watching all these videos to make sure they’re one of the best. Hope he likes them, if he doesn’t faint he better fake it.
There’s a subset of people who swear that the current M40x’s beat the M50x’s and are lighter/more comfortable and are cheaper. You should do a head-to-head
On top of the weight/comfort/price benefit mentioned above, the main selling point of interest to readers of this channel would be the more neutral sound of the M40x which makes them good for mixing. I also find them great for casual music listening. Overall, I think these are a great value pick.
I'm also interested. Haven't listened to the m50x, but I own the m40x. They have a pretty neutral sound with sweet mids. Not a flat sound, rather a balanced sound between detailed listening and fun. These headphones are also great for on the go.
I know I’ve commented this before on his other videos, but Sanjay seems so nice, both on TH-cam and irl. His content is so helpful and wholesome. keep up the great work! :)
I like the 770's alot. I also own the 880 pro which many reviewers recommended over the 990's because its more neutral. The high's are a bit much. But still realistic to my ears.
Bro you should have checked Samson sr850 .. they are open back for just 30$ and has very good reviews .. better than oneaudio .. significantly.. do check it brother...
You are by far my favorite headphone reviewer and this is only the first video watched from your channel. With that intro, I immediately know that I can put my faith in you. Very helpful, thanks so much!
I watched several videos off late whilst buying Audio Interface & microphones. I'd admit, you have some of the best content out there on recording, mixing and audio instruments. You deserve more viewership - keep up excellent work!
This is the only channel that has the most detailed explanation on buying studio headphones. Others only explain the aesthetics this and aesthetics that and no how the audio would turn out if I use the headphones on an actual audio mixing, editing, and mastering. It is so frustrating. But thank God I click your video! You are a life saver! I am now planning on buying a Sony MDR 7506 because my Marshall Major II is a POS. I have been fooled because of the brand named Marshall. Thank you very much! I gave your video a 👍
@@SanjayC Yep! It sure did! I am using the 7506 now alright. And I just found out a very important reminder too! That there are dozens of counterfeits that's been selling in ebay and amazon. It'll be better if you could try mentioning the issue on your next video. You got a new subscriber in me too.
I love this video. You’re the only audio reviewer who seems to explain and describe things well. Subbed. Also, I’ll let you know how the dt 990 pros are!
I Current already have the Beyerdynamic DT 990 pro’s and I am glad I got them. They sound so amazing and I wouldn’t switch back under any circumstance. It is an amazing pair of headphones and I am glad Sanjay thought so too :D They’re 100000% recommendable
Hi I'm thinking of getting these as well. Do you use a amp to power them? I have a ni audio 6 and wondered if this is enough . I hear so many mixed opinions
Can you please tell us what amp should we choose for dt 770 pro 250ohm? It is very hard to find good info.. do we really need something expensive? What specs should the amp have? Same ohms as the headphones? I read somehwere that amp impedance should be 2.5 to 8 times lower than the headphone impedance, but still I'm not sure.. music is pretty difficult when you go deep lol.
Also, I would throw in the Philips SHP9500 for a budget option, and for a more upscale open back, the Sennheiser HD 598s are very good. I use both of these for A/B'ing, and gaming. They're both very good, very comfortable, and the sound sate is excellent!
Great review as usual Sanjay. Is it worth upgrading to the DT 770 Pro or ATH M50X from the Sennheiser HD 280 Pro, which is what I have? I mainly use the HD 280's for home recording and making my basic guitar patches on the Helix Native plug in/ Helix Rack though everything is finally adjusted using the Yamaha HS5 Studio Monitors and an Antelope Audio Zen Go AI. So between the HD280, DT 770 pro and ATH M50X, which ones do you recommend for a guitarist/ home recordings? Thanks.
Hi sir by your recommendation I purchased focusrite scarlet 2i2 Now I am confused which headphones should I buy I think berydyanimic is nice but which model should I buy and of how many ohms, closed or open please help me by suggesting me Main purpose is mixing and mastering
Hi Sanjay...I am really impressed with your presentation skills...You are by far the best ever reviewer on youtube. Easy to listen to, wide dynamic range, and very informative. I will need to set up a studio soon...you would be the ideal person to consult with....Great work man!
I've had the Cb1's for about 3 years using them daily. lol i'm actually using them right now. They are great for the price!! I loaned them to a friend who had the M40x and he was blown away by the sound quality. Very comfortable too. Unfortunately the build quality is not that great. The "leather' from the ear cups has stripped completely and I had to use my sewing skills to patch them up because they totally fell off. The hinges on each ear broke and they are both being held together with super glue. Still sounds great after 3 years though. If you want something comfortable, with great sound then the Cb1 is a good buy, but if you are looking for durability.. get something else. P.s. Don't get the OneOdio if you care anything about sound quality. You will regret it. A friend of mine bought a pair and it sounds terrible. Save a little and get something better
Here is my list: Open-back: Sennheiser 800S; DT 1990; ATH M40x; Shure SRH-440. Close-back: Sony WH 1000xm4; AKG N700NC M2; Sony MDR-7506; Sennheiser 280, 202ii.
i just bought the Audio Technica ATH-M50x ,fantastic ! perfect for long time mixing with not disturbing the neighbours when u wanna want to hear the base in the mix at dracula hour
I bought the Neumann NDH20s last year (2019) in April and am absolutely glad I did! These closed back headphones have some of the best sound I have ever had with some headphones and I use them for just about everything except gaming. The church where I work sound and media systems has a separate room where work. We get some "visitors" who will occasionally get loud and bring up children who cried on occasion. I had the Audio Technica ATH-M50x headphones and they DID NOT block out that sound very well. After getting my Neumann NDH20s I was really surprised at what I had been missing from the sound, and because they are so good, I occasionally had to take some forks to my ears due to the "out-of-tune-ness" of the singing for the music. Yeah, they did that. My bottom line for them is if your budget allows it, get the Neumann NDH20s because they are worth it. I did and I'm glad I did. Thanks for sharing Sanjay! Your honest openness is refreshing!
@@SanjayC :) A question, I'm thinking of investing in some DT 770 PRO 250 ohm. However, I'll probably need an amp/AI right to power them, right? What would you recommend? (I have budget on $150 amp/ai). Will an amp/ai be able to power within that price range? Or should I go for the 80 ohms? :))
Of all the headphones that I've tried during the years I've settled with the Sennheiser HD650, the AKG K702, the Beyerdynamic DT-150 with DT-100 velour pads; those 3 I use for mixing and mastering. And I mainly use IEMs or the KRK KNS 8400 for tracking.
not sure how I managed to miss this gold mine of a channel but I subbed before the intro ended. Very excited to see your other videos. thanks for the great quality and detail!:)
10:10 i bought these n i am a beginner... I made kind of like good mixes in it!! So. I would suggest them to others on a tight budget and just wanna start!
I find that the scarlett powers the 250 ohm headphones adequately for me. Give it a try. It may be good enough for you too. But I did like using an amp with all these headphones. Just sounded better for all. I used this one: amzn.to/2GQV6kM
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I love this video! You present loads of useful information in a polished presentation. You present flawlessly and in a pleasant, friendly manner. Great job! I also appreciate your summarizing at the end all this information!
The ath-m50x are amazing for mixing and creation when you can't use monitors. Translates very well when I do jump on my speakers. The soundstage isn't all that wide but it handles everything else quite nice. Was a major recent upgrade (last year) from my 7506's I used for over a decade. Beyers were too bright for my tastes. I also find the Senns HD-25s are great secondary phones. I watch movies, tv and game with Phillips x2hr. Great vid. Focals?
I agree with ALMOST everything said in this review. My one nitpick is that the DT770's and DT990's do not sound the same in my opinion. I use both extensively and the DT990's are undoubtedly brighter and glassier than the 770's. And that's important because the 770's are already on the slightly brighter side of the spectrum, so the 990's are more fatiguing after a long session. I have to admit, I definitely reach for the 770's more often (which are actually slightly more comfortable as well in my opinion).
I purchased the DT990 250 ohms version used it with Focusrite 8i6 and they sounded terrible. I mean as soon as you turn the music up the sound gets distorted. Have you experienced the same thing? At first it seemed like the music with slightly louder bass was sounding distorted but later anything that is higher slightly in the middle started sounding distorted and I returned the headphones. I searched on the internet if anyone else had the same issue and turns out a few people have made a complaint of the same issue. Have you ever experienced anything like that with your DT990?
Superlux HD681, less than 30$, a tiny little grainy highs but best (of all) in terms of frequency response. A very very good sounding one for the purpose of your review.
I am a singer and also a budding music producer and I am looking for a decent budget friendly pair of headphone for my vocal recording, music production and mixing/mastering. I am confused with the following options: 1. AT M30x 2. AKG K52/K72/K92 Also, you may suggest the ones you believe will be better for me. Thanks!!
I've got so hype about the M50x but after I get it, it was very uncomfortable for me. But I still use it for 3 years now, I bought another decent cheap headphone that is comfortable, and use it for everything except when I need to master the track, I put the m50x on.
I can sort of relate, having m50x myself. My previous headphones were HyperX Cloud 2, and coming from them the m50x at first were noticably less comfortable, especially for longer periods of time. But after about a month or so, I got perfectly used to M50x, and I can wear them for many hours barely noticing any uncomfortableness (idk if that's a word even) ... so I guess you just kinda get used to over time.
I own the audio technica ath-m50x and i absolutely love them! They are so comfy and i didn’t have to charge them for a month! The sound quality is great aswell.
Wow this is one of the best tech reviews I've seen on youtube. Well structured, informative and super engaging! I'm looking into getting a pair of new headphones so this helped a lot thanks! :)
i still have my HD 280 Pro you mentioned these are 30 plus years old.yes you read that right! . yes they have been made that long. they are well broken in and i mix with them all the time, for decades. I find them compared to others very good clear separation and a true mix which is the important thing . They are for mixing engineers and where used by top guys on some of the most famous albums so if you cant get a good final mix on these somethings wrong.
I stumbled on some 250ohm 880 pros and was blown away with the price to performance of the BDs. They make some great cheap headphones that often outperform ones costing 2-3x more. They also have high end ones but I haven’t tried them... sure they’re good
Great reviews! A few months ago I picked up the Beyerdynamic 770’s based upon your recommendation. They are phenomenal! Super comfortable and you can hear a pin drop. They are great. Thank you......
Question.. Might sound dumb, I got the Dt770 250 Ohms. Yes I know I need amp.. Can you make a video on how to hook it up to my Zen Go Interface..???? I was going to buy the one on your link..
I have the M50X and they're a great pair of headphones but I've tried those 770s and I think I'd go with those. Great video! Can you do a comparison on the headphones you like to use for listening in general? I'm looking at the Bose 700 and would like to hear your take.
I think you'll love the 770s. Good choice. For listening in general, I typically buy headphones that have excellent noise cancelling - Bose has been great. But recently loving the Airpod Pros
I’ve been using the ATH-M50x for 3 years now, and I love their sound for recording and producing. At the beginning they were not comfortable to wear, they gave me headaches because of how tight they were. However, after wearing them for about a year, they got super comfortable.
First timer here, great review, i was surprised to see only 98k subs... keep it up. Maybe a collab or something might help boosting them numbers up... Anyway...subscribed!
Is there a big difference mixing with the sonys compared to the beats? I have the Sony's 900N bluetooth headphones which are not monitor headphones(I got them just for listening) but I was wondering if I connect them with wire to my audio interface if they would be as good as monitor headphones
Omg I had to get rid of my Beats... Terrible. After a little trip to guitar center and the tech was cool enough to allow me to listen to my mixes of a couple of track I mixed with Beats headphones The mixes were lacking terribly all beats headphones have a color more suited to consumer sound to them not flat. Love my Samson Sr 950s
I sold some gear and bought the Neumann headphones. I am traveling away from home for an extended time and in my effort to bring the most compact recording setup I needed headphones that could do double duty - tracking and mixing. The sound stage on the Neumann's are amazing! I have the Sonorworks software too so hopefully I will be able to get accurate mixes with these. We will see. My previous mixing headphones I bought a bazillion years ago, the AKG Q701. I hate headphones so I don't use them that often, but now that I won't have a speaker options I thought better headphones were in order.
For a well mixed edm like Hardwell , Nicky Romero ... Which headphone will give you the most pleasure like you are in the club ? ...I have sony xb900n and it miserably failed to enjoy me as it gives vibration in the name of bass , don't have sub bass ... Kick are not punchy as real😪 I bought from yT reviews ...
Absolutely amazing 💯 you deserve to blow up! Your videos are very well structured, you care about the details and answer so many things before viewers even get to ask questions. Extremely well done videos 🔝
@@SanjayC Ah yeah, that is a good explanation! I'll make sure I watch some ads for a part 2 :P Those hd650s are expensive indeed. In the long term I'd like a pair of them but short term I think I'm going to get a pair of DT770s :)
Great Comparision Sanjay! I just ordered the DT990 and it should arrive next week. Since you only mentioned the Scarlett and the UA, will my M-Audio 192 drive the 250ohm Version good enough?
Hey, Sanjay My Budget is Really Tight(50$) Please suggest me a headphone for monitoring, mixing and mastering(Music Production : Beginner) I'm looking out for Claw sm50, please tell me is it worth buying ? If not please suggest me one.
I have the DT990 Pro, the only advice I could give: make sure you also invest in something like Sonarworks Reference, otherwise the highs will really hurt your ears!
Sanjay C I only have the headphone version currently, which does wonders! It also seems very good for monitors but I need to buy their calibrated mic first, which I haven’t done yet. But that’s something for somewhere in 2020 😁
The level of clarity, thoroughness and effort put into these videos is wild. Much much respect.
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Well said and it applies to every profession in the world!!
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Neither does good music..
@@kensmechanicalaffair How?
@@michaelgriffiths7603 Asking the wrong person.
Unless you're talking about professional Nerf...
This is exactly what I have been looking for . Things I loved about this review :
1. Very natural and friendly . It didn’t have that TH-cam “ over the top omg subscribe to me “ feel! 2. Excellent reviews of the products broken down into categories and multiple applications . 3. Clear and concise . 4. This is how TH-cam vids should be done . Automatically had to subscribe 👍🏻🥇
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Sanjay C thank you for all that you do !
So which one you choose?
6:04 Apart from the excellent airy, spacious sound they give, I've found the open backed DTs to be far less fatiguing than fully closed headphones, and the velour covered pads make them even more comfortable. This is a major plus in long sessions.
are open back headphones okay if ill be recording guitar and vocals with an xlr microphone?
DTs impedence is to high 250 ohms. You will not hear any noise, if there is any. I am happy with Audio Technica. I have 4 of them: 2x M50xBT (for playback), 1x M50x (for post production), 1x M70x (for field production - noise catcher).
The DT990 has a huge treble peak lmao, what? They’re literally one of the most fatiguing headphones you can use. I have the dt770, which have less treble then the DT990, and they’re extremely fatiguing without EQ. They’re not a good headphones for mixing because they aren’t flat at all. You need actually flat headphones for mixing, like the DT880, or the sennheiser HD600, 6XX, or HD560s. The DT770 especially is not good for mixing at all. They’re designed for monitoring. They’re completely coloured in sound signature, have way to much bass, and way to much treble. If you mix on them, your mix will probably end up sounding very mid forward.
@@enlistenmusic1719 Who are you replying to?
@@Teeb2023 Well I mean you mentioned that the open back DT headphones weren’t fatiguing, so I figured you were referring to the 990s. If you weren’t though, then that’s my bad. But if you were referring to the 990s, they’re actually very fatiguing and not great for mixing.
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@@LabSoundRecords I'm planning on getting the beyerdynamic DT 770 the whole description of it sounded so interesting especially when he said that they can last for long sessions because I spend hours on music
Cool bro cool ! Hope you enjoying that weekly check!
@@LabSoundRecords well its not a weekly check but thanks bro🙏🔥💯
ayeee same my dude!
I like how he smiles throughout the whole video
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Easily one of the best channels on youtube. I send many blessings your way brotha. I never do comments but your deserve it and so much more!
Thanks to this video I purchased my first set of Beyerdynamic DT 770 PRO 250 Ohm. They sound totally amazing, your reviews were on point with this. I have been looking at reviews for weeks trying to find the right headphones and I have to say the DT770 PRO is wonderful. Again, thank you Sanjay for this video.
The DT 990 Pro’s are my favorite. They have such a great flavor that makes listening to mixes really enjoyable. I constantly go back and forth between the 990’s and my Senn HD 600’s for mixing and pleasure and then I have a pair of ATH-M50x’s for tracking.
What is tracking exactly?
You are brilliant, SanjayC! Your review of the top studio headphones is comprehensive, unbiased, and you’ve provided a great price range. Thanks for doing all the research.
Thanks so much. I appreciate the compliments :-D
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@@alihubpk these are the ones he reviewed on the video
I bought the Neumann NDH-20 when I bought a Moog Grandmother. I wanted something that could handle the Moog and my other analog instruments without fatiguing my ears. They are the best headphones that I've heard in 35 years. They are near perfect in every way. My ears used to growl like a bear after listening to music for a couple of hours. Now they purr like a kitten.
I forgot the Neumann thnx for reminding me bro.
Thinking of these for editing audio(voice over). Still like them?
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Haha...I'm glad you noticed! :-D
Sanjay C WHOA!!! I just noticed that. Much respect man!
I watched the video with Russian subtitles because it was there. 😆
@Gerald, how were the Russian subtitles? Any good?
Sanjay C I have no clue. I put them on because they were there, not because I read Russian. 🤣
As a "just retired" newbee heading down my return path to music production, Sanjay C provides a truly valued added resource to avert information overload. THANK YOU Sanjay C.....you are AWESOME !!!
Very kind of you.
sir i am starting music production so i need headphones for mixing in budget which one will be best the sony or Beyerdynamic?
Saving to get my boyfriend the Audio Technica ATH m50x. I’ve been watching all these videos to make sure they’re one of the best.
Hope he likes them, if he doesn’t faint he better fake it.
LOLOL! I bet he will love them. If not I have a few other choices in this video :-)
He'll love them Palesa, I've owned a pair for a few months now. If he doesn't, get a new boyfriend ❤
Sanjay C and thank u for the video im more informed
Palesa Maluka be sure to get him the right color they have alot of color choices these days. Best of luck
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There’s a subset of people who swear that the current M40x’s beat the M50x’s and are lighter/more comfortable and are cheaper. You should do a head-to-head
Good idea!
On top of the weight/comfort/price benefit mentioned above, the main selling point of interest to readers of this channel would be the more neutral sound of the M40x which makes them good for mixing. I also find them great for casual music listening. Overall, I think these are a great value pick.
I'm also interested. Haven't listened to the m50x, but I own the m40x.
They have a pretty neutral sound with sweet mids. Not a flat sound, rather a balanced sound between detailed listening and fun. These headphones are also great for on the go.
I instantly subscribed to your channel because you have so many language subtitles option, and great content. so happy to find this channel
Awesome, thank you!
Yeah, I still using my old Sony 710 both bluetooth/wired connections and like em a lot.. Maybe it's time to upgrade ?
I know I’ve commented this before on his other videos, but Sanjay seems so nice, both on TH-cam and irl. His content is so helpful and wholesome. keep up the great work! :)
Thanks a ton
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🤔Which one is your favorite? Comment below!
I use the Beyerdynamic 80 ohm version and Audio Technica M50x with my Komplete Audio 2. Absolutely love both of them.
@Krogan, Nice combo!
I like the 770's alot. I also own the 880 pro which many reviewers recommended over the 990's because its more neutral. The high's are a bit much. But still realistic to my ears.
Bro you should have checked Samson sr850 .. they are open back for just 30$ and has very good reviews .. better than oneaudio .. significantly.. do check it brother...
LOVE AKG! I have 'ks' headphones, cheap but fantastic only problem is you can wear them for more than 3 hours. (due to uncomfort)
Thanks for the comparisons!
I just received the ATH-M40X, but I'm going to return it, my ears are screaming for help! I'll choose the 770
Not only did this video help me choose my next set of headphones, but it mos def educated me on so many aspects from different headphones! Thank you!
So happy to hear that!
Why do I always come here for music related questions??
Answer: Cuz it has all what I’m looking for.
Thanks man!🙏
Haha! Nice!!
You are by far my favorite headphone reviewer and this is only the first video watched from your channel. With that intro, I immediately know that I can put my faith in you. Very helpful, thanks so much!
Thanks so much, Sean. Glad you found my channel!
I watched several videos off late whilst buying Audio Interface & microphones. I'd admit, you have some of the best content out there on recording, mixing and audio instruments. You deserve more viewership - keep up excellent work!
Wow, thanks! Really appreciate that nice compliment!
Bro, you’re goated. Especially with the chapters feature. Thank you
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This video is GOLD! Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience! 🙌🏽
This is the only channel that has the most detailed explanation on buying studio headphones. Others only explain the aesthetics this and aesthetics that and no how the audio would turn out if I use the headphones on an actual audio mixing, editing, and mastering. It is so frustrating. But thank God I click your video! You are a life saver! I am now planning on buying a Sony MDR 7506 because my Marshall Major II is a POS. I have been fooled because of the brand named Marshall. Thank you very much! I gave your video a 👍
So happy I could be of help! Thanks!
@@SanjayC Yep! It sure did! I am using the 7506 now alright. And I just found out a very important reminder too! That there are dozens of counterfeits that's been selling in ebay and amazon. It'll be better if you could try mentioning the issue on your next video. You got a new subscriber in me too.
BEST VIDEO EVER! Thank you SanjayC! I can finally pick a pair of headphones 😃
Thanks! Glad it helped you!
13:41 I thought you were gonna say, these headphones sound closer to my wife's beautiful voice talking... whispering into my ears.
Haha. No headphones will compare to the real thing.
best video ive seen in a while for many reasons , very well done
Thanks so much!
This man is helping me build my studio he is a genius thanks man 👍
one minute into the video, thumbs up, professionally done!!!
I love this video. You’re the only audio reviewer who seems to explain and describe things well. Subbed. Also, I’ll let you know how the dt 990 pros are!
Thank you so much for the kind words
I Current already have the Beyerdynamic DT 990 pro’s and I am glad I got them. They sound so amazing and I wouldn’t switch back under any circumstance. It is an amazing pair of headphones and I am glad Sanjay thought so too :D
They’re 100000% recommendable
Hey Jochem! Glad you agree with my recommendation. Have you ever tried the 770s? Curious what you think of them
Hi I'm thinking of getting these as well. Do you use a amp to power them? I have a ni audio 6 and wondered if this is enough . I hear so many mixed opinions
Nicely done--- great info !!!! so...what is the difference between reference and studio headphones --and which is better for mixing down?
You can use either for studio work.
Can you please tell us what amp should we choose for dt 770 pro 250ohm? It is very hard to find good info.. do we really need something expensive? What specs should the amp have? Same ohms as the headphones? I read somehwere that amp impedance should be 2.5 to 8 times lower than the headphone impedance, but still I'm not sure.. music is pretty difficult when you go deep lol.
Finally. A true tech reviewer.. Sooo glad i found u.. I was just looking for a good over ear headphones... Wow.. U are a pro dude! Great work..
Also, I would throw in the Philips SHP9500 for a budget option, and for a more upscale open back, the Sennheiser HD 598s are very good. I use both of these for A/B'ing, and gaming. They're both very good, very comfortable, and the sound sate is excellent!
Video starts at 2:45
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Thank you! Saved me 2 minutes and 45 seconds of my day! LOL! :-D
Thank you
it's later and I'm thanking you. Quit wasting people's time Sanjay. come on
Peter Campion i think he was just joking
@@SanjayC stop stalling and save yourself and our time
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Great review as usual Sanjay. Is it worth upgrading to the DT 770 Pro or ATH M50X from the Sennheiser HD 280 Pro, which is what I have? I mainly use the HD 280's for home recording and making my basic guitar patches on the Helix Native plug in/ Helix Rack though everything is finally adjusted using the Yamaha HS5 Studio Monitors and an Antelope Audio Zen Go AI. So between the HD280, DT 770 pro and ATH M50X, which ones do you recommend for a guitarist/ home recordings? Thanks.
Hi sir by your recommendation I purchased focusrite scarlet 2i2
Now I am confused which headphones should I buy
I think berydyanimic is nice but which model should I buy and of how many ohms, closed or open please help me by suggesting me
Main purpose is mixing and mastering
I like using the Beyerdynaic DT 770 with the Focusrite interfaces.
Happy to see you getting the recognition you deserve Sanjay!
Hey Ez Beats! Thank you so much
Hi Sanjay...I am really impressed with your presentation skills...You are by far the best ever reviewer on youtube. Easy to listen to, wide dynamic range, and very informative. I will need to set up a studio soon...you would be the ideal person to consult with....Great work man!
I really appreciate that, Ihsan!
I've had the Cb1's for about 3 years using them daily. lol i'm actually using them right now. They are great for the price!! I loaned them to a friend who had the M40x and he was blown away by the sound quality. Very comfortable too. Unfortunately the build quality is not that great. The "leather' from the ear cups has stripped completely and I had to use my sewing skills to patch them up because they totally fell off. The hinges on each ear broke and they are both being held together with super glue. Still sounds great after 3 years though. If you want something comfortable, with great sound then the Cb1 is a good buy, but if you are looking for durability.. get something else.
P.s. Don't get the OneOdio if you care anything about sound quality. You will regret it. A friend of mine bought a pair and it sounds terrible. Save a little and get something better
Thanks for the advice!
Here is my list:
Open-back: Sennheiser 800S; DT 1990; ATH M40x; Shure SRH-440.
Close-back: Sony WH 1000xm4; AKG N700NC M2; Sony MDR-7506; Sennheiser 280, 202ii.
Well done!!!!
i just bought the Audio Technica ATH-M50x ,fantastic ! perfect for long time mixing with not disturbing the neighbours when u wanna want to hear the base in the mix at dracula hour
I've ATH-50x & I respect your opinion because I've the same issue.❤️
Thanks, Saíkat. Have you tried any of the others in this list?
@@SanjayC Nope, I'll try some in future.
I bought the Neumann NDH20s last year (2019) in April and am absolutely glad I did! These closed back headphones have some of the best sound I have ever had with some headphones and I use them for just about everything except gaming. The church where I work sound and media systems has a separate room where work. We get some "visitors" who will occasionally get loud and bring up children who cried on occasion. I had the Audio Technica ATH-M50x headphones and they DID NOT block out that sound very well. After getting my Neumann NDH20s I was really surprised at what I had been missing from the sound, and because they are so good, I occasionally had to take some forks to my ears due to the "out-of-tune-ness" of the singing for the music. Yeah, they did that. My bottom line for them is if your budget allows it, get the Neumann NDH20s because they are worth it. I did and I'm glad I did. Thanks for sharing Sanjay! Your honest openness is refreshing!
Thanks for sharing. Its amazing what good quality gear does to your studio environment. And you don't know until you get it. I totally agree.
found your channel this morning and watching your videos have helped me so much already! thank you for making such great content!!
Your channel is next level! Keep up with it!
Thanks so much!
@@SanjayC :) A question, I'm thinking of investing in some DT 770 PRO 250 ohm. However, I'll probably need an amp/AI right to power them, right? What would you recommend? (I have budget on $150 amp/ai). Will an amp/ai be able to power within that price range? Or should I go for the 80 ohms? :))
bought the DT 990 Pro and i loooooove them
thank you
Of all the headphones that I've tried during the years I've settled with the Sennheiser HD650, the AKG K702, the Beyerdynamic DT-150 with DT-100 velour pads; those 3 I use for mixing and mastering. And I mainly use IEMs or the KRK KNS 8400 for tracking.
I'm getting those Neumann phones. Been looking for a decent review like this.
Thanks, Elliot
check out Zreviews video of them. note, the wire comes out on the right side. really, check the letters.
had it for a few months and now trying to get rid of it, wayyy to uncomfortable probably because im wearing glasses.
Thank you for this video. I have Sony mdr’s now and I can’t ever go back🙏🏽👍🏽
Great to hear!
not sure how I managed to miss this gold mine of a channel but I subbed before the intro ended. Very excited to see your other videos. thanks for the great quality and detail!:)
@SanjayC this! 🙌🏾💕
10:10 i bought these n i am a beginner... I made kind of like good mixes in it!! So. I would suggest them to others on a tight budget and just wanna start!
Nice. Thanks for sharing your good experience with them.
Do I need an amp for dt 770 pro 250 or will the headphone jack on focusrite scarlett solo audio interface be sufficient?
I find that the scarlett powers the 250 ohm headphones adequately for me. Give it a try. It may be good enough for you too. But I did like using an amp with all these headphones. Just sounded better for all. I used this one: amzn.to/2GQV6kM
hehehe im one step closer to learning how u get ur mixes so hard @yz
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@@yz416 bro i been following u ever since you did that beat critique from mai, i think the beat was called maria is dead. congrats on the success my g
I highly recommend an amp for those and the AKG 702
I love this video! You present loads of useful information in a polished presentation. You present flawlessly and in a pleasant, friendly manner. Great job! I also appreciate your summarizing at the end all this information!
The Beyerdynamic DT700 ProX are the best set of headphones I've ever owned, LOVE 'EM!
such a great video, so helpful. thank you for that!
The ath-m50x are amazing for mixing and creation when you can't use monitors. Translates very well when I do jump on my speakers. The soundstage isn't all that wide but it handles everything else quite nice. Was a major recent upgrade (last year) from my 7506's I used for over a decade. Beyers were too bright for my tastes. I also find the Senns HD-25s are great secondary phones. I watch movies, tv and game with Phillips x2hr.
Great vid. Focals?
Oh I wish I could try the Focal Utopia!! Thanks for sharing your experience!
I agree with ALMOST everything said in this review. My one nitpick is that the DT770's and DT990's do not sound the same in my opinion. I use both extensively and the DT990's are undoubtedly brighter and glassier than the 770's. And that's important because the 770's are already on the slightly brighter side of the spectrum, so the 990's are more fatiguing after a long session. I have to admit, I definitely reach for the 770's more often (which are actually slightly more comfortable as well in my opinion).
I purchased the DT990 250 ohms version used it with Focusrite 8i6 and they sounded terrible. I mean as soon as you turn the music up the sound gets distorted. Have you experienced the same thing? At first it seemed like the music with slightly louder bass was sounding distorted but later anything that is higher slightly in the middle started sounding distorted and I returned the headphones. I searched on the internet if anyone else had the same issue and turns out a few people have made a complaint of the same issue. Have you ever experienced anything like that with your DT990?
@@Blackbloodroyals wow, no, definitely never had that issue luckily... They sound extremely clean when they are working properly ;)
Superlux HD681, less than 30$, a tiny little grainy highs but best (of all) in terms of frequency response. A very very good sounding one for the purpose of your review.
I am a singer and also a budding music producer and I am looking for a decent budget friendly pair of headphone for my vocal recording, music production and mixing/mastering.
I am confused with the following options:
1. AT M30x
2. AKG K52/K72/K92
Also, you may suggest the ones you believe will be better for me.
Thanks!!
I've heard very good things about the AT M40x, so look into that
@@SanjayC M40x is out of my budget. Can you suggest some other options below 6k?
excellent video, one of the best, it answers so many questions, Thanks !
I've got so hype about the M50x but after I get it, it was very uncomfortable for me. But I still use it for 3 years now, I bought another decent cheap headphone that is comfortable, and use it for everything except when I need to master the track, I put the m50x on.
I can sort of relate, having m50x myself. My previous headphones were HyperX Cloud 2, and coming from them the m50x at first were noticably less comfortable, especially for longer periods of time. But after about a month or so, I got perfectly used to M50x, and I can wear them for many hours barely noticing any uncomfortableness (idk if that's a word even) ... so I guess you just kinda get used to over time.
You could have just changed the ear foam pads...
@@joashbritto i changed it too bro. Because it is also wear out easily I changed it soon but it still feel the same pressure onto my ear more or less.
I own the audio technica ath-m50x and i absolutely love them! They are so comfy and i didn’t have to charge them for a month! The sound quality is great aswell.
Nice choice!
Wow this is one of the best tech reviews I've seen on youtube. Well structured, informative and super engaging! I'm looking into getting a pair of new headphones so this helped a lot thanks! :)
The channel’s content is amazingly helpful!!!
i still have my HD 280 Pro you mentioned these are 30 plus years old.yes you read that right! . yes they have been made that long. they are well broken in and i mix with them all the time, for decades. I find them compared to others very good clear separation and a true mix which is the important thing . They are for mixing engineers and where used by top guys on some of the most famous albums so if you cant get a good final mix on these somethings wrong.
I stumbled on some 250ohm 880 pros and was blown away with the price to performance of the BDs. They make some great cheap headphones that often outperform ones costing 2-3x more. They also have high end ones but I haven’t tried them... sure they’re good
This was such a detailed review! Awesome job, definitely gonna look through the rest of your videos for advice!
Thanks Prabhu!
Great reviews! A few months ago I picked up the Beyerdynamic 770’s based upon your recommendation. They are phenomenal! Super comfortable and you can hear a pin drop. They are great. Thank you......
Thanks! Glad you like the DT 770s! Still my favorite!
Question.. Might sound dumb, I got the Dt770 250 Ohms. Yes I know I need amp.. Can you make a video on how to hook it up to my Zen Go Interface..???? I was going to buy the one on your link..
Would you recommend the Mackie Hm-4 for the 250ohm headphone by Bayerdynamic? Thanks in advance !!
I have the M50X and they're a great pair of headphones but I've tried those 770s and I think I'd go with those. Great video! Can you do a comparison on the headphones you like to use for listening in general? I'm looking at the Bose 700 and would like to hear your take.
I think you'll love the 770s. Good choice. For listening in general, I typically buy headphones that have excellent noise cancelling - Bose has been great. But recently loving the Airpod Pros
I’ve been using the ATH-M50x for 3 years now, and I love their sound for recording and producing. At the beginning they were not comfortable to wear, they gave me headaches because of how tight they were. However, after wearing them for about a year, they got super comfortable.
I am glad hear that.caz i bought 2 days ago from amazon. Soon as soon i will get :)
@@riversilvers are they blue tooth?
@@riversilvers so hows ur headphones?
Too much hyped bass as the reviewer states here. The bass overrides the mids
@@vidsforsquids The M40X's are flat. It seems Audio Technica wanted to grab the consumer market with the M50x and above
Had the 990s for over a year now and love em.. Especially for gaming
Thank you, this video made my decision very easy and saved me days of deliberation!
Had my M50x for about 8 years now, still going strong
First timer here, great review, i was surprised to see only 98k subs... keep it up. Maybe a collab or something might help boosting them numbers up... Anyway...subscribed!
Thank you, Alex! We will grow slow and steady :-)
Dude your channel is amazing! I’m currently mixing wit a pair of Beats Solo HD’s and just ordered a pair of Sony’s due to this review.
Thank you Dj SoFlo!
Is there a big difference mixing with the sonys compared to the beats? I have the Sony's 900N bluetooth headphones which are not monitor headphones(I got them just for listening) but I was wondering if I connect them with wire to my audio interface if they would be as good as monitor headphones
Omg I had to get rid of my Beats... Terrible. After a little trip to guitar center and the tech was cool enough to allow me to listen to my mixes of a couple of track I mixed with Beats headphones The mixes were lacking terribly all beats headphones have a color more suited to consumer sound to them not flat. Love my Samson Sr 950s
How about the DT880 and their "semi-open" Design?
I sold some gear and bought the Neumann headphones. I am traveling away from home for an extended time and in my effort to bring the most compact recording setup I needed headphones that could do double duty - tracking and mixing. The sound stage on the Neumann's are amazing! I have the Sonorworks software too so hopefully I will be able to get accurate mixes with these. We will see. My previous mixing headphones I bought a bazillion years ago, the AKG Q701. I hate headphones so I don't use them that often, but now that I won't have a speaker options I thought better headphones were in order.
really good informational video. will buy the neumanns, thx
For a well mixed edm like Hardwell , Nicky Romero ... Which headphone will give you the most pleasure like you are in the club ? ...I have sony xb900n and it miserably failed to enjoy me as it gives vibration in the name of bass , don't have sub bass ... Kick are not punchy as real😪 I bought from yT reviews ...
Absolutely amazing 💯 you deserve to blow up! Your videos are very well structured, you care about the details and answer so many things before viewers even get to ask questions. Extremely well done videos 🔝
Wow! Thanks so much. I really appreciate that!
Missed the Sennheiser HD600 or 650s though, those are really popular as well!
I said the same thing. Wonder why Sanjay didn't review any of those?
Yes I've heard great things about those. I had limited budget for this video. My wallet's hurting lol
@@SanjayC Ah yeah, that is a good explanation! I'll make sure I watch some ads for a part 2 :P Those hd650s are expensive indeed. In the long term I'd like a pair of them but short term I think I'm going to get a pair of DT770s :)
MrVleker nice choice
@@SanjayC sennhiesers hds are worth the investments, the mids are incredible
perfer them over the dt770s ( i own the 580 percisions)
Dude u rock
You do too! :-D You getting one of these?
Excellent! A great video, this guy makes good reviews. Regards from a new subscriber from Mexico!
what’s the best way to power bt990 pros i have them hooked up to my 2i2 interface and the headphone knobs maxed out and still seems underpowered
Great Comparision
Sanjay! I just ordered the DT990 and it should arrive next week. Since you only mentioned the Scarlett and the UA, will my M-Audio 192 drive the 250ohm Version good enough?
Hi Jonas, the 250 ohm headphones were a little quiet on the 192. It may be OK for you, so try it first before buying a headphone amp
@@SanjayC I've seen a test where it says Maudio is louder than focusrite
Hey, Sanjay
My Budget is Really Tight(50$)
Please suggest me a headphone for monitoring, mixing and mastering(Music Production : Beginner)
I'm looking out for Claw sm50, please tell me is it worth buying ? If not please suggest me one.
Finally! That's the last confirmation, I'll go with the Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro
I think you'll be happy :-D What headphones do you use now?
I have the DT990 Pro, the only advice I could give: make sure you also invest in something like Sonarworks Reference, otherwise the highs will really hurt your ears!
Thanks, Peter...I have to try that out for sure. Did it make a difference for your monitors as well?
Sanjay C I only have the headphone version currently, which does wonders! It also seems very good for monitors but I need to buy their calibrated mic first, which I haven’t done yet. But that’s something for somewhere in 2020 😁
Ah sounds good! I'm gonna try it for sure. Thanks for the tips, Peter!
Excellent info.
so if I'm trying to mix vocals what would be the go to on this list budget is 100-200