Z Review - Sennheiser Momentum 2 (Over-Ear)
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- Pretty, Well built, Sound Great and pricey [amzn.to/1dKkQPl]. These are the Ferrari cans you show off at Daytona beach. These are the headphones you wear out to impress girls by how sophisticated you are. Under-stated and reeking of exotic materials and craftsmanship.
If you need fashion cans that sound good, these momentums are one of your best options.
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No, you're not crazy. These make a sound when you walk briskly.
Grant C. That is very true, it's like a wind tunnel when I work my dog haha
So funny I was just walking from my bedroom with these on for the first time and I noticed it, sounded like a whooshing sound to me, then I watch this review and he's talking about. Not sure if it's the headband, I was thinking it sounded more like a small opening in the cup at the headband. Anyways it's a showstopper for me if it persists.
Best wireless headphone I've ever had. Had em for 5 years and they still make me happy whenever I use them.
I've had them for a while now too.
Gotta say, not impressed with the headrest.. it's basically just 2 steel bent rods running over the top of your skull with the tiniest bit of leather for separation between the two.
I don't know if it's because I'm bald, or because I've set them too tight, but I think I must have 2 canyons running across my skull now because of them.
I bought them because I wanted good closed cans that didn't look too horrible.. but I definitely feel like they leaned a bit too much towards looks in favor of comfort on that aspect of the design.
Also, the 'on/over' type of fit does feel a bit constricting.. but that may just be because I came to them from Sennheiser 595's... which still work just fine but at the end of the rail on one side a part of the plastic housing snapped off so they move loosely on the rail now, unable to stay in place..
These aren’t wireless.
these are my favorite portable headphones. The sound is overall rich and dynamic. Bass is punchy, deep and impactful, the mids are clear and right where they should be. The treble is a little dark. Cymbals sometimes sound pushed back in the mix.They could use a little more detail on top, but at least it is never harsh or grating or offensive.
The sound of these headphones are right in my wheelhouse because they sound very much like the HD 650, which is an open back phone I really like.
"metal flaps vibrating making a whooo sound"
- Zeos
He's right though, I get that sound with mine too.
As always a superb review, you seem to offer so much more detail than the average review on here, you have now become my reference reviewer for buying.
I tried the walking thing: there is a very faint sound like wind howling round the corner of a building, but it's quiet enough that even extremely quiet music would drown it out. The fact that Zeos had to get other people to check to make sure he wasn't crazy shows you it is barely audible.
Welp, orderd the original ones for 100$ and will recieve them tomorrow. They will be the first pair of headphones i use that didn't come with a phone or were under 20$.
Myhr They are amazing! I got a used pair on Ebay for 34 dollars.
Getting my first pair for 130$ near christmas
Aaron Wang You can get them dirt cheap on Ebay used.
I got some momentum 1 on ears like 4 years ago for 80 bucks on woot. Still using them every time I get on a plane, which is twice a month or so. They're great headphones for travel. 4 years, thousands of hours of use and the stitching is just now starting to come out in a couple spots.
I bought the og Momentum over ear years ago (black w red cable) and I still love them. I have hesitated to upgrade to the HD1/M2 because it seems the bigger earcups changed the lush, engaging sound slightly. I may take the plunge and get the HD1 wireless since the future seems to be Bluetooth, with the ability to go wired.
I disagree that they are intended for style or are "fashion headphones". At least I certainly didn't buy them for the looks. Some may think that is Senn's intention but they are just clean, lightweight headphones that are well-built for portability. I think it just happened that Sennheiser's best portable headphone happens to be a attractive. Now the Master& Dynamic MH40/etc I believe were built around aesthetics first. Not necessarily a bad thing, but the weight is a turnoff for a portable headphone.
I too experienced the reverb sound at walking pace when I was out and about with minimal wind. I'm so glad that wasn't just occurring to me haha
Hi,I currently own these headphones but I want to buy another one. Would you recommend me the Bose QC 35? I want a pair with Noise cancelling. Or should I buy the sony mdr 1000x?
Can anyone please recommend a good set of closed headphones with a detachable cable that the v-moda Boom mic would fit into so I could use for gaming? Been looking at beyerdynamic dt 770 pro but they have a non detachable cable. I already have some fidelio x2's but want a closed set too. Thanks.
Thanks for the review. How do you like these compare to the at msr7’s? Thanks again.
I mostly listen to metal and classic rock are they headphones good more these genres? Cheers
do the momentum 2 pads fit in the first generation ? ☺
I had this and ended up returning them because I didn't like the bass and the sound was to dark, what would you recommend for a portable (I can add a small amp in the mix if necessary) I want as close as possible to a flat response and a decent separation.
Thanks !
I have the first gen Momentum over ear headphones but I'm not sure how different the 2.0 are compared to the first gen. What I like about them are that they're very VERY light, which is why there's hardly any padding on the headband.
I desperately wanted him to throw those Beats across the room. Regardless of the price he paid for them.
I have these and I don't get that reverb you're talking about when moving forward. I'm not walking when I move forward though. I'm in a wheelchair and when I go full speed its much faster then someone just walking swiftly and I don't get anything like what you've described. I think perhaps its the metal band vibrating like a leaf spring form the bouncing up and down from when you're walking. I've had these for almost three years now and my only complaint is that they are not "over ear" enough for me. I wish they were slightly deeper. After prolonged use my ears are very sore.
i have them and i do get the noise. my ears do get sore
if I´m interest in sound quality wich one are better? this or the ath-m40X? no matter the money difference sorry for my english regards from venezuela
Got these and I really enjoyed the sound, however my ear pushed and rubbed against the the driver area (Issue with depth of the headphones and my funny shaped ears) making them uncomfortable (other than that great comfort). What similar closed headphones are there?
owned a pair ( my 1st) so no other experience. Would you guys recommend something as i'm looking to sell and move up a notch
any suggestions for other cables to the M2, I don't need the buttons to mobile phone.
Is there any difference with the urbanite xl????? I wanna replace my urbanites with as new pair before production runs out ad they stopped making them, but if these are the same ill just get these
hey Z reveiw I am thinking of buying the sennheiser momentum 2.0 on ear. know anything about those? and what do you suggest? debting between sennheiser hd 59i cs and sennheier momentum 2.0 on ear.
how about momentum 3.0 wireless? what is the difference about sound quality?
unfortunately the sounddemo is unavailable do you still have the file
Considering i could get both of them for around the same price, this or the B&O H6? I tried to compare them at a big electronics-store and liked the sound of the H6 a bit more but it`s kinda hard to really listen to the details in such a crowded place.
These or P7 by B&W? Perhaps you know something better for ~300$
I need advice, thanks.
Zeos if you could kindly answer this question i would greatly appreciate it which has better bass HD 650 or Sennheiser Momentum 2 ??
650 are more neutral with more detail. The Mom's have more soundstage and low end.
Z Reviews As an owner of both. That's the perfect description of the 2. Love them both.
Please Zeos tell me , cam they sound painfully loud?
Hey i've got a question: which one of the momentums (on ear 1 & 2, over ear 1 & 2) has the most bass? i need a bass like the bass of mixrs (i had them and loved the bass)
+19ChiX98 Not sure. I have only tested these over ear 2's. I can't imagine needing more bass than these put out.
You're totally right about the wind reverb through the metal bands. I just tried it out on my M2s and can confirm.
I've just bought these. Love them but do find the bass ever so slightly boomy, but don't mind it. The issue is that they're ever so slightly too big for my head, which isn't tiny, but it is a girl's head! Do you think the on ears have a smaller headband? Or any recommendations for a decent portable set on the smaller side?
Hey Z I own a pair of these and I do notice the sound you are talking about. I rollerblade and skateboard with them and it does make that noice! I was wondering if it was just me.
Has anyone experienced oily stains coming from the leather pads on clothes or various surfaces where you put them? It's very weird.
I have the smaller on ear version of these, and I too hear the wind noise when you walk with them on.
Whats your ear size? Mine are almost 7 centimeters. Will these be comfortable to me?
janky wires are a concern of mine now as well, m-100s i recently got the shorter cable is all janked up with kinks (why i use it as my travel cable)
Would you rather buy these for 200$ or akg 612 for 150$ if you were to use them for gaming as well as outside?
Hey Z, watching your video for a long time, you're one of the most entertaining audio reviewer that i've met on youtube. Congratulation for that. Kind of gheto style videos that don't look like a fucking advertising, that's great !
I advice you to try the edifier h850 if you want to make other video on portable headphones, they are closed back with a kinda bose-ish design. They are praised a bit everywhere and are around for ... well 30€ so it should be 30 $ or so in USA. Imo, they are one of the best budget full size closed back headphones for traveling.
Btw, just keep doing your stuff. Love the way you are always looking for the best quality for budget and don't mess around with all the hype. Cheers from France :)
are momentums 2.0 the same as m2?
Found these for 190 on Amazon. Looking forward to trying these, I had my choices for closed cans down to these or the MSR7 but these ended up being 60 cheaper.
nice review. these definitely have the style
Talking about fashion-cans, can you review any good and bad "wood" headphones?
Also a request for the Bravo V2 Class tube amp, just want to know the pros/cons/longevity issues of these affordable vacuum tubes.
metring073 I just filmed the xDuoo TA-02 review. It isn't really a tube amp however.
Use a small desk fan or something for that test.
These or hd 559 for sound quality?
Hey enjoy most of your reviews. if you could please tell me some good replacement earpads that are bigger for these because I still feel discomfort with the headphones and I want to keep them but they just hurt the outside of my ears to much.
Those had a very small cup so I am not sure what will work with them and I don't have a set here to test.
I have the wireless one and use them wired. Great sound profile, lows mids and highs. You can listen even to music box songs for hours at high volumes without ear fatigue. Has good soundstage as well.
Momentum 2 vs. Denon ah-mm 400? (similar price atm)
Is there any recomendations list from you? Especially mobile headphones/headsets.
+severgun www.reddit.com/r/zeos has a few. Headsets need not apply.
so what earcups do you recommend for the senheiser momentum 2 as a larger replacement...
Not sure what will fit. I never tried anything else on them.
Have you tried the Oppo PM-3? Looking for a replacement for my Momentum's (1st gen). I heard mostly good things about them, so I'd like your take on it if you've tried them ofc.
***** Only for a short time at a little gathering. I can't tell you much about them.
Are this better than the first version???
These are also called the HD1s right?
I've just bought these used in 2022 for £50.... best investment ever. They were in a perfect state, with the box and case even! I only bought a new improved cable which was £5 on Aliexpress.
The reverberation sound when walking is true. It does get lower once changing the earpads though and I don't find it to be a problem as I use the headphones in my house and prefer IEM or even true wireless earphones at this point for going outside.
These or sony mdr a1 for rap/hip hop?
Hi Z,
I'm recently considering between Bose QC 25 and Sennheiser Momentum 2. Which one would you recommend and why?
THanks
+Kevin Chi The momentums for sure. Way more soundstage. Better build.
Where have you bought the speaker stand from your Home Entertainment System?
I built them.
they are curently $220 at amazon so before i get them, how is the sound stage on these because I would love using them for gaming
+Apieceofcrap Soundstage is decent for a closed set. I think they work for gaming.
You know me too well Zeos - yes, those *are* pretty, just bought a pair of the on-ear version this week (not-so-big ears here), will arrive after the weekend.
I hope the girlfriend, too, will like them anywhere as much.
these or v-moda m100? I'll be listening to pop music with no amps/dacs. I like vocals but i'm not much of a bass head.
I like these...but see what other people say at Head fi
I bought the M-100's and I did try the Momentum over ears at Apple afterwards.
My thoughts? Mids were less recessed, but I felt the M-100's have a larger soundstage. Clarity is pretty much identical otherwise. I walked off happy with my M-100 purchase.
I'd probably opt for the Momentums for the more upfront mids now though
Son Ba these.
Son Ba experience from a novice: MAKE SURE TO LOOK AT THE EAR PADS.
This leather memory foam can come deflated or really deformed, i had to return 3 times to get a pair that didn’t have a badly formed ear pad (worth the effort, they are painfully uneven).
z reviews why aren't your sound demos available in India anymore? or is it the mobile TH-cam app?
Mobile app probably.
Senn HD25 also has a single cable entering the right earcup, for some reason.
Hi again...Mind if I pick your brain again? I just found a set of the original Momentums and they haven't got a cable....do theywork with a regular cable also or do they have to be the propriety twist lock?
Mark Gray I am not sure about the momentum V1's. They could have a different system entirely. Just try to find a good picture if you can or ask the seller.
It looks the same as the 2.0. What I'll end up doing is try the cord I have when they get here. Sounds like a plan.
What would be your choice between the Momentum overear 2.0 and the Sony Mdr 1A?
momentum probably. Love the looks and build
I am getting the wind noise . Just bought these for 226 on sale. Yes definitely mind blowing but if the music stopped and you are walking you will hear the noise humming on the exposed meta. I wonder if that only applies to bigger heads.
Bought mine for 180 . Love em
My parrot zik has the wire in the right side as well... it felt odd the first days, but since I plan to put my on-its-way Micca OriGen on the rigth side of my computer (as you recommended), I think it will work great.
Would you say the fidelio X2 are better then these?
TheFijianGuy I'd rather have the X2's if I stayed at home. If I travel and had to use something outside these win.
How is it compared to ath m50x,does music sound compressed like that of m50
KrishKrusher Not at all. There really is nothing quite like the M50. That is a good thing because I don't think I could stand it.
Thanks to a Best Buy gift card, I got these for a steal! Just a little over $200. Never noticed the "wind noise" until I wore them with the fan blowing directly at me. Sound and functionality works great for me for going to school. Although I agree that the cable is a little thin, I found it to be a bit practical in the way that there is no cable noise, even when I jiggle them while walking. No noise whatsoever. I only wished the isolation was a bit better especially from the constant gorilla fest of students I pass by everyday; had to turn my volume up to 90% to barely block out noise and not tire out my ears in 3 seconds.
that moment you are that dbag
My local store has the last stock left and are selling it for only $99
is that worth it?
yes
+Z Reviews Thank you
you better be right Z!
this is 3 months of my spare change allowance
hey Z, can you do a review on your t-shirt its nice
Hello. Found these for 98.99 at bestbuy. i was going to purchase these for my phone and my Onkyo HT R510. What is you advise?
For the over ear Momentum 2's.. That is cheap. Go for it.
what do you consider the bmws?
Hey Z, the on ear version are going for less than 120 on amazon right now, would you say it is a good buy?
Yeah if you like on-ear
Hey man I got these headphones but know nothing about powering them, they sound better through my phone than computer so I am guessing they need some sort of amp? What would you recommend so I can get the best sound out of them? Thanks
Not an amp...a dac...your phone dac is better than you computers dac
Z, Momentum 2 or VModa 100?
do they leak sound
Vs shure 840s? Purely on sound?
That "UUugh" at 9:26 had me rolling
Please do Yamaha pro 500 review. I am very courious how they sound
I've had a pair for a while now and have not got the whistling woosh sound when walking in the wind. Saying that, I do have massive dreadlocks forming direct contact with the entirety of the headband.
So three questions:
Who is the kitty? I haven't seen it before
Are there any more videos planned with Sandy Mayflower?
Bonus Q: Why do you prefer the MB42 speakers upside down?
joysticktroy Chewbacca is a good girl, Maybe, Maybe not (she crazy) It depends on the height they are resting. Since the 4" driver puts out more of the sound involved it sometime helps to put that at ear level.
Huh. Just got them and did all I could to get that reverb sound people keep to be mentioning, but I've only got it very briefly, even tried go right in front of a fan and still nothing. So I guess I'm good, hahah.
Great review though!
I would like to see how the Onkyo | ES-HF300 measure up against these Momentum 2 in terms of sound. As closed, portable and cheaper cans ... if you dont get the oxigen free cable .. and in my opinion look less douché, just cool black steel .. ( Plus its Onkyo's first headphone... very curious ! ) Your reviews are excellent btw !
Ath msr7, m70x or momentum 2.0?... just want to enjoy every detail in my music.
+Jek MSR7's although I haven't tried the M70x yet.
I don't understand, so are you selling these? If so, can I please buy them from you?
VoiceChangerGuru I bought them for someone that couldn't afford it at the time. So I am basically a loan shark in this scenario.
Z Reviews Fuck!
My experience with these is that they are too shallow for my ears, and my ears aren't dumbos at all. The baffle is hard and sort of sharp, so i ended up with marks on my ears after a while. Try them out before you buy them, cause there's a lot of people online that are saying that they are big and comfortable. They have the height, width but not the depth. Just my opinion.
helo, I would like to buy a pair of headphones with amp. Budget would be 500$. I listen to hip-hop/techno/retro wave.. i prefer bassy headphones , but i don't want mids and highs to sound like crap. I 90% of times I listen music on PC, so I don't think I need wireless, a good pair of headphones for home...Could anyone suggest anything? no trolls pls :D.
just scored a pair of the original momentum 1 over ear for 90USD on clearance by far one of the best portable headphones ive used
They are awesome...I love my Urbanite XLs too
Got my pair for $130 certified refurbished on amazon and I do get the wind vibration when walking around with them.
LOL Oh man I LOVE that genuine disgust when you pick up the Beats: "UGGH! oh god... i'm holding them... they're touching my skin...". Awesome!
they are 229 euros on amazon right now, should i get them?
Not a bad price....
in term of sound stage, highs and mids, and bass quality and quantity can you compare it to the m100s. Thanks
+john lin bass quality I vote the M100;s, quantity goes to these sennheisers. soundstage is pretty much a draw. Highs are a touch more subdued here.
+john lin m 100s have a very strange soundstage
Would love u to test same price 400$ kef space ones
The one think that people forget about with sennheisers is you can adjust the sound quality with their app which makes them the best headphones I've ever used!
I experienced that weird sound as I walk. It's designed this way & never took into consideration/testing since these are supposed to be taken outside
Which do you prefer, Vmoda m100 or these?
+Aldrin Tolentino These.
Aww Z, why'd you mention that wizzing sound? I didn't notice it until just now, experimented after you mentioned it. I still love these for mobile use anyway. Dang - blew it. Got for $196 though, great deal, still happy with the purchase.
do these sound better than hd518 ? or worth extra money ?
look at 8:33 for your answer man