Sennheiser Professional HD 25 On-Ear DJ Headphones

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Since 1982, PCMag has tested and rated thousands of products to help you make better buying decisions. See how we test. The sound they make is super clear, so I can hear every little detail in the music, which is just what I need when I’m mixing tunes. Behind the simple but sleek design, every component is strong and reliable. Lightweight aluminum voice coils support an impedance of around 70 ohms for excellent flexibility. A detachable single-sided cable with steel components feels extremely robust. Here at Sennheiser we use dynamic microphones for distortion measurements on loudspeakers at very high sound pressure levels. At Sennheiser we have measured the SPL and THD inside a large 2" driver/horn combination with a MD 421. The max SPL this combination was able to produce was 150 dB and the THD level recorded by a MD 421 was below 1% (produced by the driver not by the mic)

The earcups are high-density plastics that are both sound deadening and hard-wearing. they have a textured finish that doesn’t show up scratches or other wear as easily as a painted headphone might. These high-performance headphones might have been around for some time, but they’re still as iconic as when they first emerged on the market. In terms of headphone specs, it’s hard to argue with the Sennheiser HD 25’s design, even several years after the cans were first released. Speak to almost any professional in the DJ or music studio landscape about the most iconic headphones in the industry, and you’ll hear about the Sennheiser HD25 headphones.Alright Mike, bit of a continuation of my questions in the L2 review. For someone who wants a best in class, portable, detailed headphone with realistic dynamic impact…eq’d L2, M-100, Momentum, or HD25 Aluminum? The sound quality and durability of these headphones outweigh any other negatives you can think of.

I am looking for a new headphone (preferrably small portable and closed) to use with my iphone and laptop. Rather out of the topic of the Sennheiser, how does the ATH-ES10 fare against the Beyerdynamic DT770 AE?? I’m looking for something to contrast my L2 for genres such as Hip-Hop instead of just buying a dark amplifier. I guess I understand your “more headphones = better” philosophy more now.

Although they’re not intended for casual listening, you can still get a great experience from these headphones however you choose to use them. I have the original HD 25-1 (made in Ireland) and listened -vs- this new pair. The oiginal sounds much more balanced, clear, and less hyped in the low end. I really thought it would sound the same. Too bad. Although longevity and extremely robust construction are important, you also need to get the style right.

If you’re investing in a new solution for mobile monitoring, audio equipment testing, or music production and you’re keen to discover extra features like studio monitoring, sound reinforcement, and excellence in loud environments, these are the headphones for you. How Good Are the Sennheiser HD25 DJ Headphones? (in short) Today’s DJs rely on the HD25 headphones to perform in noisy environments, deliver the kind of noise cancellation you’d expect for a jet engine, and produce accurate reproductions. Notably, the channel balance in these headphones is good, but you do need to ensure that you’ve got the position of the cans just right over your ears. They’re capable of handling a very high sound pressure level, and the rotatable capsule for single-ear listening makes for ideal monitoring headphones. Keep in mind that these DJ headphones are available to listen to either with dual cans or used with only one ear. If you’re only listening to sound in one headphone, there’s some risk that you’re going to miss out on some of the depth and quality you can get from these headphones.These models offer the same sound signature as the legendary HD 25 and sound signature of the headphones is the same across the three models. I’m thinking of 4 headphones – the B&O H6, the ATH ESW9a, the Beyer DT1350 (refresh), and possibly the Philips L2. Portability is a bit nebulous, but for me it’s just a matter of convenience rather than a specific function. The H6 has a great sound and is very portable, but the midrange color or tonal balance you’ll have to hear to know for sure. The ESW9a is my wife’s favorite and is very portable, has a very nice warm bass and perfect mids, with a soft treble. Not very rugged though. The DT1350 refresh I haven’t heard, but I owned 2 DT1350s before that, and if you were good with the new signature (somewhat analytical) it may be a great choice, and is very portable and rugged. The L2 may be a little too warm or bassy, so that’s to keep in mind. I think the B&W P7 is good, but rather bulky and the bass is loose or boomy. The sound is mind-blowing*, no coloration and I didn't notice any holes in frequency spectrum either. If you have a significant problem with the comfort of these headphones, you can sometimes find custom ear pads elsewhere.