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Headphone Reviews

Reviews of studio headphones for tracking, mixing, and reference listening — open-back and closed-back.

8 articles
Sony MDR-7506 Review
The Sony MDR-7506 reviewed — the broadcast standard headphone that's been in studios for 30 years.
Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Review
ATH-M50x reviewed — the most popular studio headphone, its consumer-leaning sound, and better alternatives.
Beyerdynamic DT 770 Review
DT 770 reviewed — closed-back tracking headphone with three impedance options and Beyerdynamic treble.
Beyerdynamic DT 990 Review
DT 990 reviewed — open-back reference headphone and its V-shaped sound's effect on mix decisions.
AKG K702 Review
AKG K702 reviewed — neutral open-back reference headphone that requires a headphone amp to perform.
Shure SRH840A Review
Shure SRH840A reviewed — updated closed-back headphone with improved comfort and accurate sound.
Philips SHP9600 Review
Philips SHP9600 reviewed — budget audiophile headphone popular for casual mixing at a fraction of studio prices.
Sennheiser HD 600 Review
Sennheiser HD 600 reviewed — the reference open-back headphone engineers trust for critical listening.