Wow, I'm 3 for 4 of your suggestions. I have the AKG 240, DT 770, and SE 215 and love them all. Bang for the buck is high for all three. I've used the AKG K240 and K240 MKII headphones for 25 years. Comfortable, good quality and inexpensive. The MKII comes with glossy and cloth ear covers which are nice to have the options (cloth feels best to me), as well as both coiled and straight swappable cords, which is really nice. New ear covers are readily available and relatively easy to replace. Recently I bought the Beyerdynamic DT 770 pro 80 ohm because I wanted a closed ear cup studio headphone for blocking noise and preventing sound bleed. Again, very comfortable, good build quality, good sound. More bassy than the K240 MKII, but not too much base. Like you, I found the DT 770 matched my studio monitors more closely (Presonus Eris E66 and T10 Sub), so feel that mixing with the DT770 is a closer match to my studio. But difference is minor vs. K240. I got the 80 ohm to make sure volume would be sufficient with an iPad/iPhone as well as in the studio on the audio interface. The 250 ohm version will be too quiet on anything other than a proper audio interface or headphone amp. I really wish the DT770 came with detachable cords to allow coiled and straight cords like the AKG. The 80 ohm headset comes only with a straight cord, but I think the 250 ohm set has a coiled cord. Also, it only comes with the cloth ear covers. They feel nice, but I'm not sure if they are easy to replace when needed. I bought my Shure SE 215 years ago mostly for listening to music but also because, like the AKG, they are relatively flat. I don't use them for mixing music, though, because the low end is lacking (as with any ear bud), and overall they don't sound as good as the K240 or DT770. To get good sound, you need to use the foam "ear plug" type tips which you squeeze down, get them deep into your ear canal, and let them expand like ear plugs to hold them in place. If you do, you will be rewarded with one of the best sounding in ear headsets, and for about $100. The bass isn't as good as the AKG or DT770, but get a good fit, and it is quite good for an earbud. And, they block outside sound like earplugs (because the foam earpieces are just like foam earplugs). The cord is replaceable and Shure offers a few different cord options. You'll need to buy new ear foam pieces and replace them every few months with regular usage (cheap on Amazon for a pack). Also it is good to keep your ears clean as build up will block the sound passage in time. You can clean the ear foams to clear the blockage, or just replace them when they get blocked. But in time, just like foam ear plugs, they lose their elasticity and must be replaced. The rubber ear pieces avoid much of this, but in my experience, don't seal as well, so don't give consistent sound. Everyone's ear canals are different so YMMV.
It just so happens that I recently purchased a pair of the AKG k240s, and would recommend them , not just because of the cost ($73.00 U.S.D.) but for the sound and they are so comfortable.
Went back to AKG, after trying high stuff as I move into actual projects and DAW, without a nutty X, and time. Now I know why. Yea I dont mess stuff up with them as reference.
I use Beyer DT 770 Pro and have done so for 2 years trying to learn to play guitar 🤗 then I met cakewalk and this channel so now I have used them for listening, learning, experimenting and playing my way to understand DAWish and a little recording and mixing. I sit for hours whenever I have the time. I still feel comfortable wearing them and that I have good sound to mix from. Recommendable 😎
After I have tried several, I am a happy owner of the AKG K 240 MK II. After trying several closed headphones, in addition to the great soundstage, the great advantage of these headphones is that they don't tire me even in long listening sessions. Congratulations on the video, always very nice
As an ultra cheap, but really clear alternative i'd have to recommend a pair of Roland RH5. I was blown away by the quality and depth of sound, and comfort as they completely cover even my large ears, and for less than £25 UK price i dont think they can be beaten, and I've used an awful lot of headphones in my time, the build quality doesn't feel the best and the plastic moulded packaging they came in made me a bit nervous when they arrived, but as far as tonal quality goes they beat much more expensive phones i've owned, as a bonus the lead is long enough to walk a dog with. Great Channel, never miss a post.
Do you know the Superlux HD-681 resp. 681 EVO from Taiwan? They are also under 30 EUR in Germany (so that's even less in GBP) and they sound excellent for the price!
very sensible suggestions mike...you forgot to mention the eternity of the D770 pro and that if you accidentally throw it under a car you can still fix it replacing the damaged parts, which are all available to buy.
I have the dt770 pro as you know mike. Really excellent headphones and most comfortable ones i have used. I believe the dt 990 pro are also a good choice for purely mixing. Great vid again 👍🏻👍🏻
I have several HD 280 Pro headphones in my studio. They deteriorate quickly and the curly non-detachable leads are a pain for getting tangled. I also have several Beyerdynamic DT100 headsets. They have straight detachable cables and replaceable earpads. They are also a much flatter response and similar to my Kef reference monitors.
Nice demo. I have used mostly the ATH-50. Very good flat response but dang, they are not comfortable at all. I can stand maybe 30 minutes then need a break. I had an AKG K-240 but they are very flimsy and fell apart in short order. I will not make that mistake again. From this demo, the DT770's seem like the right headset for me.
The ATH-50 aren't flat at all. It has your typical V shape sound, but it's especially boosted in the bass region. I've owned two pairs, so I know what I'm talking about.
I have a five year old HD 280 Pro. The earpads disintegrated 2 years ago and after several unsuccessful attempt to get replacement pads, I covered them with (unused) pantyhose material, by now, looking absolutely disgusting. Consider buying a new one unless someone can advise how to take the old ones off and get new ones. I did not know about them until this video but love the sound of them. Thanks for your work. Again.
I've got a set of these beyerdynamic's of the 250ohms running them through my soundcard and i use them for base checking and separation. Had them over 5 years & not a single issue! Awesome set & very accurate!
Very nice, thank you for this video! I was looking for a closed headphone that can be used as allrounder. Just yesterday I received the package with three headphones I wanted to test: AKG K361, Audio Technica ATH-M40x, and beyerdynamic DT 770 pro (80 ohm version). I decided to keep the beyerdynamic which has the best sound by far (in my opinion). Nice to see your recommendation just one day later :-)
If you can double your price point sennheiser hd600s are the way to go, extreme clarity for mixing and engineering. And my school had a whole lab full of pristine AKG 240s... and I accidentally took one home😂
Mike - great stuff. I'm old, and so I trip over cables. After much much research I use the wireless Sennheiser Rs120 about $100. It's RF - analog - so zero latency (which is the normal problem with wireless). I haven't found anything like it (zero latency) other than a sony infrared which is old and limited range. I can walk freely with the RS120 while mixing and not get hurt (: It's about 22 - 19,500 HZ so doesn't reach above that. I think flat but can't find that chart at the moment. I've used it for several years. I also have hard wired headphones, but typically use the RS120 recording and mixing because of the freedom. It has an annoying feature in that if the signal goes quiet for several minutes it will switch to loud static. I just put up with that because of the benefits. If it's going to go quiet while I do something I just switch them off. Any thoughts about the RS120? As I said it's the only wireless I'm aware of with zero latency. My understanding is that latency is caused by the analog to digital conversion of the wireless headphones. In an analog transmission no conversion occurs and therefore no latency. Incidentally, I've used Cakewalk (Sonar, etc) for decades. I also got the IK Multimedia bundle recently - more for the amps and recording, but a treasure chest of mixing/mastering tools I'm now finding. Your T-Racks videos were great as well as the compression and side chaining videos. Your insights have been great and to be honed in on specifically Cakewalk - I love it.. I as others hopefully have, sent you a small token via paypal.
been using the beyerdynamic dt250 pro for casual indoor listening as theyre fairly flat and really comfortable, seems people dont like them because of their plastic and dated design. also use the 240 pro when im out and about or want something less bulky. hd25 for djing or making music as i want them to sound the same in my daw as they do after the tracks rendered out.
I've been using the akg 240 headphones for many years, yes they are all around awesome! - but if you need more finer detail, reverbs, effects, etc. I have been ready to buy AKG K553, they sound super good to me compared to what's out there, I don't know why they are not mentioned much? For tracking my tip is to wear a hoodie or even extra towel over headphones or something to cut down on bleed..
Audio Technica , has been mentioned a few times. It has been the recommended choice of other review video. It would be nice to know what you think of them??? ATH -20 , ATH-30 or even ATH-40 . Not a fan of the ATH-50 though. From trying in a store I like them the best of the selection they had there. The ATH-30 were actually louder than the 40 and the sound was pretty much the same. The Sennheiser I find a little brittle in the top end, like meaning too much high end. Not sure which models.
Really useful, thanks! I've always been a fan of Audio Technica but they do color the frequency response a bit. I think I particularly like your recommendation of the beyerdynamics, although I might need to research the ohm versions first.
Yes, certainly worth checking. I hear also that only 'some' people think the 250 ohm version is better sounding. If it is, its a very very small difference.
@@rishhadkothawala I was questioning the different ohms but it really comes down more to loudness. To hear the difference I think you would need perfect hearing. I got the 250ohms and i only see them being louder with maybe the slightest bit extra frequency separations over the difference power options. I can't really speak too much about the audio technica. Personally the AKG would probably be better option. Really depends on your use and how much clarity you need.
Nice video! I fully agree with you regarding the Beyerdynamic; when it comes to the AKG and the Sennheiser I am not that sure though. What about the Audio Technica ATH-M50x or the KRK KNS 8400?
Yep I've got some 240 studios don't remember exactly when I got the gotta be over 10 years, still working great, was looking at getting something"better" but then I tried ToneBooster Morphit! Like getting a new pair.
I really enjoyed all the details you put into this video I just hope you might see this comment since it’s old because I wanted to ask out of these headphones or any other similar priced which headphones do you think would be best for strictly just vocals. Recording and tracking vocals and mixing and mastering them. I know close back is best for recording and tracking and open back best for mix and master but is there Any headphones capable of doing Both for just vocals ? I normally record one main vocal take then two takes one panned left one panned right and lastly a little bit of ad libs. That’s all
Well this doesnt happen very often ,usually i buy something only to find out later that it was the worst possible choice , in this case however I did my research and bought the HD 280 pro , for recording closed and silent , has a wobbbly cable which Is heavy and I dont like it , and you` re right after a while they do get a bit uncomfortable by and large I´m happy though €80,00 , and my ears are always warm
I have the shure S215 for drumming/tracking loud instruments and a budget superlux headphone for an over ear option, but they sound crap, and I’ve just picked up a budget semi-open back, the ever famous samson SR850 which apparently are trying to be a close copy of the AKG’s!
Hi meanderIse . I have tried them once or twice at a friend's studio. They are very nice quality, and somewhat similar sounding to the HD280's with a solid low end - but not too hyped. Nice that they have a detachable cable too.
Hi meanderise. Just my opinion... I'm a long time user of AKG K240S and have had great results. I had heard a lot of hype about ATH40X and ATH50X. Honestly, after the AKGs I didn't like either too much, and felt the 50s bass was too full (especially after the AKG sound). The AKGs are not a super strong build, but treated carefully should last well. I'm sticking with my K240s. Good luck with your choice. Oh, just a final note - ALL models of headphones have vastly different sounds and feels. You can own 100 pairs and no 2 will be the same sound.
well, superlux HD 681 EVO are great sounding, especially with the included velvet earpads. akg ranges with mini xlr connections are annoying !! the wire rubs and causes terrible sounds in the earcup!
Sure, why not. To reiterate his main two points: You want a flat frequency response for mixing and little-to-no bleed if you're going to be tracking vocals.
Yeah nothing wrong with that. Think of it like this: you can use whatever computer monitor you want for browsing the internet, watching videos, writing documents, creating models, programming, that sort of thing. But, if you want to do something where the exact colour is really important, you should be looking for hardware which actually tries to match that need. Likewise, if you're just listening to Spotify, watching a stream, reading an audiobook, or playing a game, you can use whatever headphones that you like, but if you're doing work which requires sonic accuracy like mixing or mastering then you should be looking for studio headphones like these. In your case, it'll be absolutely fine to use gaming headset
Appreciate old video, but om currently on the research rabit hole to find very good headphones pirely for a digital piano, any help be most appreciated, yamaha recommend quite low ohms between 30/50
Great video Mike! I have not had the chance to try many studio headphones. What do you think of the Audio Technica ATH series? I recently picked the ATH-M50X Bluetooth version and it literally sits on my head the whole day for tracking (mainly e-guitar), mixing, gaming, commuting, and watching Creative Sauce on RUclips. I previously used the mega budget Sennheiser HD201, but it was useless outside of my home studio because of the long cable...
Hi Mike. I have used the Sennheiser mics and headphones with great results but I am currently using the AKG K240 Studio and Sony Professional MDR-7506 headphones for comfort and quality. BTW, I can't thank you enough for helping me get back up to speed with Cakewalk. I signed up for your Cakewalk 101 course because I am self-taught, have developed bad habits, and have missed out on a lot of cool tricks and features that your tutorials have unlocked. Is there a venue for me to share longer correspondence with you? Also, is there a way I can financially repay my debt to you via check, echeck or credit card? I am mostly pre-digital and don't trust PayPal and the like.
Mike, I just bought the Beyerdynamic DT 770 pro headphones in the 80 ohm version. I’m using it with my scarlett solo interface but I find them to be very quiet as you briefly mentioned in the video. Too quiet to work efficiently in my opinion. What do you suggest?
PARADISE I actually ended up returning them unfortunately. I hated to do it, as I liked the comfort of them and the sound quality was good but I just couldn’t get the volume levels to where i needed them for my recording purposes. I just decided to keep trucking with the same pair of Audio Technicas that I’ve been using for a while now, that are plenty loud. It just makes me wonder though.. because I’ve only heard good things about beyerdynamic, and even though I’m not saying they’re bad at all, just quiet. Of course I’ve heard the “oh you’re just listening to music too loud” but I don’t know. I like loud, but I really couldn’t record efficiently at the volume on max with those headphones. They were far from loud in my opinion. Sorry to ramble on, just wanted to let you in on my experience. I wanted to love them. But I just couldn’t justify keeping them. However, if you decide to try a pair, let me know about your experience.
Unfortunately hate the sound of the K240's. If you're mixing tracks with bass, i find these useless. Lacks any punch at the low end and the Highs and Mids in my opinion sound Compressed.
@@ericdias4199 superlux HD 681 EVO are great! especially with the included velvet earpads. akg ranges with mini xlr connections are annoying !! the wire rubs and causes terrible sounds in the earcup! i sent mine back!
I had to laugh, sorry, but you had the Sennheiser headphones on backwards. Maybe they are more comfortable that way or just done that way for recording the video but I saw the R on the headphones and it's on your left ear.
I'm thinking about some additional headphones and these excellent recommendations have put me on the path I'm now looking down, thank you. However, my all time faves are my Audio Technica ATH-M50. Closed back so good for tracking and mixing, very comfortable for long wear and an amazing sound (albeit with some enhanced bass - which might not be for everyone, but I am a bass player and someone has to fight our cause)!
So, does it make sense to insert an EQ on the master bus that is inverted from the headphone's average frequency curve (which would be turned off when exporting or using speakers)? I know every set of headphones is different (even if they’re the same model), and I know there are inserts you can purchase to make these adjustments (Sonarworks, Toneboosters, Dotec Audio), and I suspect that headphone’s true frequency curve may change somewhat with overall amplitude. Still, if I don’t want to pay for an insert, shouldn’t it help create a better balanced mix to at least use a temp EQ inverted from your headphone’s frequency curve?
I've got the akg 240 studios, and use ToneBooster Morphit along with waves Abby Studio, at night when I can't use monitors for me it's the next best thing, for some people the Abby Studio doesn't work for them and/or they don't like it, the do have a free trial for both. Oh and as far as remembering to bypass these on export, I've done that a few times and I'm like wow why does this sound so bad, haha
Pues sí , pero tiene más cuerpo y sonido y se nota el sonido muy bueno el antiguo modelo 240 AKG con 600 Ohms y el modelo NUEVO 240 AKG con 55 Ohms , la diferencia es sonido, y que al cable no es desmótale, en el nuevo si y el nuevo lo venden sí . He probado los dos y se nota la diferencia del antiguo de los 90s 240 AKG con 600 Ohms ,al nuevo de hoy en día 240 AKG con 55 Ohms, ( por sonido prefiero más el 240 AKG con 600 Ohms ) más que el modelo actual del 240 AKG Mk 2,,, saludos y como siempre un buen like ,
Love yr content mate keep it up 🔥I'm a beginner music producer, I just bought an Akai mini mk2, have you made a video already showing how to use it with Banlab as yr daw? If you haven't yet would appreciate it if you do.
About Beyerdynamic DT 770 PRO. I think bass and high frequencies are hyped. If you'll try to listen to some brutal death music, blast beats will blow the ears and brain also. Bass and high frequencies need to be pushed down.
All fine and dandy. However, in my opinion, this is a very critical part of the whole production process and limiting it to $150 may not be the best option. Offering options like "if you spend +50/+100/* bucks more, you can get THIS ..." may be helpful for people who plan to spend a bit bigger one time and be happy for several years to come.
Also, "Headphones" and "In Ear Monitor" (IEM) technologies are quite different beasts. My recommendation would be the "Sony MDR-EX800ST, coming in an non-fancy white box and without warranty but you get "studio grade" monitoring. Finally, including "sound correction" solutions, such as "Sonarworks" products seems appropriate when talking about such stuff. Cheers!
none of these can be recommended now for any use. the are obsolete and not worth their money. they rely only on the mythology of their former superiority. now you can buy better hps from new brands, or from china. or even construct your own from buyed speakers. 20$ chinese speakers sounds as 150$ hps. you just need old hps case.
For the price you can't beat the TASCAM TH-02. Have had a pair for years and no issues. Are they the best? Definitely not but for under $30 everyone should own a pair. I use them whenever I travel or somewhere I might lose or damage the headphones.
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Wow, I'm 3 for 4 of your suggestions. I have the AKG 240, DT 770, and SE 215 and love them all. Bang for the buck is high for all three.
I've used the AKG K240 and K240 MKII headphones for 25 years. Comfortable, good quality and inexpensive. The MKII comes with glossy and cloth ear covers which are nice to have the options (cloth feels best to me), as well as both coiled and straight swappable cords, which is really nice. New ear covers are readily available and relatively easy to replace.
Recently I bought the Beyerdynamic DT 770 pro 80 ohm because I wanted a closed ear cup studio headphone for blocking noise and preventing sound bleed. Again, very comfortable, good build quality, good sound. More bassy than the K240 MKII, but not too much base. Like you, I found the DT 770 matched my studio monitors more closely (Presonus Eris E66 and T10 Sub), so feel that mixing with the DT770 is a closer match to my studio. But difference is minor vs. K240. I got the 80 ohm to make sure volume would be sufficient with an iPad/iPhone as well as in the studio on the audio interface. The 250 ohm version will be too quiet on anything other than a proper audio interface or headphone amp. I really wish the DT770 came with detachable cords to allow coiled and straight cords like the AKG. The 80 ohm headset comes only with a straight cord, but I think the 250 ohm set has a coiled cord. Also, it only comes with the cloth ear covers. They feel nice, but I'm not sure if they are easy to replace when needed.
I bought my Shure SE 215 years ago mostly for listening to music but also because, like the AKG, they are relatively flat. I don't use them for mixing music, though, because the low end is lacking (as with any ear bud), and overall they don't sound as good as the K240 or DT770. To get good sound, you need to use the foam "ear plug" type tips which you squeeze down, get them deep into your ear canal, and let them expand like ear plugs to hold them in place. If you do, you will be rewarded with one of the best sounding in ear headsets, and for about $100. The bass isn't as good as the AKG or DT770, but get a good fit, and it is quite good for an earbud. And, they block outside sound like earplugs (because the foam earpieces are just like foam earplugs). The cord is replaceable and Shure offers a few different cord options. You'll need to buy new ear foam pieces and replace them every few months with regular usage (cheap on Amazon for a pack). Also it is good to keep your ears clean as build up will block the sound passage in time. You can clean the ear foams to clear the blockage, or just replace them when they get blocked. But in time, just like foam ear plugs, they lose their elasticity and must be replaced. The rubber ear pieces avoid much of this, but in my experience, don't seal as well, so don't give consistent sound. Everyone's ear canals are different so YMMV.
I'm indeed loving my Beyerdynamics for years now.
It just so happens that I recently purchased a pair of the AKG k240s, and would recommend them , not just because of the cost ($73.00 U.S.D.) but for the sound and they are so comfortable.
you have the studio or the mk2 ? and you have new pads or origine pad ? :)
Went back to AKG, after trying high stuff as I move into actual projects and DAW, without a nutty X, and time. Now I know why. Yea I dont mess stuff up with them as reference.
I use Beyer DT 770 Pro and have done so for 2 years trying to learn to play guitar 🤗 then I met cakewalk and this channel so now I have used them for listening, learning, experimenting and playing my way to understand DAWish and a little recording and mixing. I sit for hours whenever I have the time. I still feel comfortable wearing them and that I have good sound to mix from. Recommendable 😎
After I have tried several, I am a happy owner of the AKG K 240 MK II. After trying several closed headphones, in addition to the great soundstage, the great advantage of these headphones is that they don't tire me even in long listening sessions. Congratulations on the video, always very nice
Great choice! I believe these are the same drivers as the studio - but with some comfortable earpads, and a coiled cable?
@@CreativeSauce the package includes: a couple of additional pavilions and two cables, one smooth, very long, and another one coiled cable.
Hi Mike!
I was pleased to see you recommend the AKG K240 headphones. I have them and I love them. :)
As an ultra cheap, but really clear alternative i'd have to recommend a pair of Roland RH5.
I was blown away by the quality and depth of sound, and comfort as they completely cover even my large ears, and for less than £25 UK price i dont think they can be beaten, and I've used an awful lot of headphones in my time, the build quality doesn't feel the best and the plastic moulded packaging they came in made me a bit nervous when they arrived, but as far as tonal quality goes they beat much more expensive phones i've owned, as a bonus the lead is long enough to walk a dog with. Great Channel, never miss a post.
Do you know the Superlux HD-681 resp. 681 EVO from Taiwan? They are also under 30 EUR in Germany (so that's even less in GBP) and they sound excellent for the price!
AKG K240 studio headphones for the win! Thanks for the breakdown 🤘🏼
Fun fact, when I studied audio production, the akg 240 used to cost 200 bucks
i just bought it on amazon for 55 euros only .....
@@ChrisBessy That's my point haha they're so much cheaper now. I studied audio back in 2007
Same here. I took a film music sound class in 2006 and our teacher told us you could find the 240 in most pro audio studios in the USA.
Has the quality stayed the same?
@@m1ghtysauc3E it's exactly the same.
Bought the AKG 240-S for like 73 dollars at sweetwater fantastic price and I’m an electronic music producer
Really starting to love this channel just started getting into making music. Learnt a lot from your channel already subbed with a smile great work
very sensible suggestions mike...you forgot to mention the eternity of the D770 pro and that if you accidentally throw it under a car you can still fix it replacing the damaged parts, which are all available to buy.
Very true - thanks for the tip!
I have the dt770 pro as you know mike. Really excellent headphones and most comfortable ones i have used. I believe the dt 990 pro are also a good choice for purely mixing. Great vid again 👍🏻👍🏻
i have the dt770 ...... when i put the k240 on my hears, the sound is very very more flat ..... i have better mix results with the k240.
I have several HD 280 Pro headphones in my studio. They deteriorate quickly and the curly non-detachable leads are a pain for getting tangled. I also have several Beyerdynamic DT100 headsets. They have straight detachable cables and replaceable earpads. They are also a much flatter response and similar to my Kef reference monitors.
Muy buen trabajo con estos vídeos! Impresionantes los trucos de sonar! gracias desde las Islas Canarias!
Nice demo. I have used mostly the ATH-50. Very good flat response but dang, they are not comfortable at all. I can stand maybe 30 minutes then need a break. I had an AKG K-240 but they are very flimsy and fell apart in short order. I will not make that mistake again. From this demo, the DT770's seem like the right headset for me.
The ATH-50 aren't flat at all. It has your typical V shape sound, but it's especially boosted in the bass region. I've owned two pairs, so I know what I'm talking about.
very informative man,Great job!!!!!
I have a five year old HD 280 Pro. The earpads disintegrated 2 years ago and after several unsuccessful attempt to get replacement pads, I covered them with (unused) pantyhose material, by now, looking absolutely disgusting. Consider buying a new one unless someone can advise how to take the old ones off and get new ones. I did not know about them until this video but love the sound of them. Thanks for your work. Again.
Ted Vanya lmao, it has been disintegrated, by definitional can not be replaced
What a coincidence, I was just wondering if I should get those Beyerdynamic 😊 thnx for review and comparison with other headphones
They are a great choice to use for many years! Thanks for watching :)
I've got a set of these beyerdynamic's of the 250ohms running them through my soundcard and i use them for base checking and separation. Had them over 5 years & not a single issue!
Awesome set & very accurate!
same here, I did some review and have chosen them :)
Very nice, thank you for this video! I was looking for a closed headphone that can be used as allrounder. Just yesterday I received the package with three headphones I wanted to test: AKG K361, Audio Technica ATH-M40x, and beyerdynamic DT 770 pro (80 ohm version). I decided to keep the beyerdynamic which has the best sound by far (in my opinion). Nice to see your recommendation just one day later :-)
Maybe you should compare the DT 770 with the Audio Technica ATH-M50x rather than the ATH-M40x and see which one you like better.
K240s are the chosen ones!
If you can double your price point sennheiser hd600s are the way to go, extreme clarity for mixing and engineering. And my school had a whole lab full of pristine AKG 240s... and I accidentally took one home😂
Mike - great stuff. I'm old, and so I trip over cables. After much much research I use the wireless Sennheiser Rs120 about $100. It's RF - analog - so zero latency (which is the normal problem with wireless). I haven't found anything like it (zero latency) other than a sony infrared which is old and limited range. I can walk freely with the RS120 while mixing and not get hurt (: It's about 22 - 19,500 HZ so doesn't reach above that. I think flat but can't find that chart at the moment. I've used it for several years. I also have hard wired headphones, but typically use the RS120 recording and mixing because of the freedom. It has an annoying feature in that if the signal goes quiet for several minutes it will switch to loud static. I just put up with that because of the benefits. If it's going to go quiet while I do something I just switch them off. Any thoughts about the RS120? As I said it's the only wireless I'm aware of with zero latency. My understanding is that latency is caused by the analog to digital conversion of the wireless headphones. In an analog transmission no conversion occurs and therefore no latency.
Incidentally, I've used Cakewalk (Sonar, etc) for decades. I also got the IK Multimedia bundle recently - more for the amps and recording, but a treasure chest of mixing/mastering tools I'm now finding. Your T-Racks videos were great as well as the compression and side chaining videos. Your insights have been great and to be honed in on specifically Cakewalk - I love it.. I as others hopefully have, sent you a small token via paypal.
K240s with perforated sheep skin eardpads and a very powerfull amp sound like a dream, some times I preffer them over my K712pro
I have today the k240 studio ..... the k712 is better for the mastering ? it sounds different ?
@@ChrisBessy just bought a pair of studio waiting for them testing that tomorrow :D
@@BloodyMindset a pair of studio ? ....
What about the good old standard Sony studio monitor headphones mdr-7506?
What about krk kns 6400
@Yudhvir Jamwal same for me. very not flat for my hears.
Funny, tried the akg 240 and returned them thr next day. Bought the 770s. I like those. They replaced over 10 year old m50 headphones.
Very good review! 👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻
Hello, which one do you recommend for a digital piano?
been using the beyerdynamic dt250 pro for casual indoor listening as theyre fairly flat and really comfortable, seems people dont like them because of their plastic and dated design. also use the 240 pro when im out and about or want something less bulky. hd25 for djing or making music as i want them to sound the same in my daw as they do after the tracks rendered out.
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I've been using the akg 240 headphones for many years, yes they are all around awesome! - but if you need more finer detail, reverbs, effects, etc.
I have been ready to buy AKG K553, they sound super good to me compared to what's out there, I don't know why they are not mentioned much?
For tracking my tip is to wear a hoodie or even extra towel over headphones or something to cut down on bleed..
What’s the difference in AKG 240 and Sennheiser hd25 for djing edm
Audio Technica , has been mentioned a few times. It has been the recommended choice of other review video. It would be nice to know what you think of them??? ATH -20 , ATH-30 or even ATH-40 . Not a fan of the ATH-50 though. From trying in a store I like them the best of the selection they had there. The ATH-30 were actually louder than the 40 and the sound was pretty much the same. The Sennheiser I find a little brittle in the top end, like meaning too much high end. Not sure which models.
Really useful, thanks! I've always been a fan of Audio Technica but they do color the frequency response a bit. I think I particularly like your recommendation of the beyerdynamics, although I might need to research the ohm versions first.
Yes, certainly worth checking. I hear also that only 'some' people think the 250 ohm version is better sounding. If it is, its a very very small difference.
@@CreativeSauce I appreciate your guidance, thanks so much 🙏
@@rishhadkothawala I was questioning the different ohms but it really comes down more to loudness. To hear the difference I think you would need perfect hearing.
I got the 250ohms and i only see them being louder with maybe the slightest bit extra frequency separations over the difference power options.
I can't really speak too much about the audio technica. Personally the AKG would probably be better option. Really depends on your use and how much clarity you need.
you prefer the right ear on the left on the Sennheisers?
My head is often on backwards :p
Great video mate. Are you Aussie?
I am indeed. Living in Perth :)
nice video, thanks
And the senhizer HD 650s?
Nice video! I fully agree with you regarding the Beyerdynamic; when it comes to the AKG and the Sennheiser I am not that sure though. What about the Audio Technica ATH-M50x or the KRK KNS 8400?
Yep I've got some 240 studios don't remember exactly when I got the gotta be over 10 years, still working great, was looking at getting something"better" but then I tried ToneBooster Morphit! Like getting a new pair.
I really enjoyed all the details you put into this video I just hope you might see this comment since it’s old because I wanted to ask out of these headphones or any other similar priced which headphones do you think would be best for strictly just vocals. Recording and tracking vocals and mixing and mastering them. I know close back is best for recording and tracking and open back best for mix and master but is there Any headphones capable of doing Both for just vocals ? I normally record one main vocal take then two takes one panned left one panned right and lastly a little bit of ad libs. That’s all
Well this doesnt happen very often ,usually i buy something only to find out later that it was the worst possible choice , in this case however I did my research and bought the HD 280 pro , for recording closed and silent , has a wobbbly cable which Is heavy and I dont like it , and you` re right after a while they do get a bit uncomfortable by and large I´m happy though €80,00 , and my ears are always warm
Thanks yet again.
As always, my pleasure my friend!
Can you recommend headphones I can record songs to my iPad ?
I have the shure S215 for drumming/tracking loud instruments and a budget superlux headphone for an over ear option, but they sound crap, and I’ve just picked up a budget semi-open back, the ever famous samson SR850 which apparently are trying to be a close copy of the AKG’s!
no Audio technica M40x?
What about sennheiser HD 25 , Is it good for mixing or tracking? Pls
Hi Mike, have you had a chance to use AUDIO-TECHNICA ATH-M50X? If so, could you compare it with the mentioned Sennheiser and AKG, if you please?
Hi meanderIse . I have tried them once or twice at a friend's studio. They are very nice quality, and somewhat similar sounding to the HD280's with a solid low end - but not too hyped. Nice that they have a detachable cable too.
Hi meanderise. Just my opinion... I'm a long time user of AKG K240S and have had great results. I had heard a lot of hype about ATH40X and ATH50X. Honestly, after the AKGs I didn't like either too much, and felt the 50s bass was too full (especially after the AKG sound). The AKGs are not a super strong build, but treated carefully should last well. I'm sticking with my K240s. Good luck with your choice. Oh, just a final note - ALL models of headphones have vastly different sounds and feels. You can own 100 pairs and no 2 will be the same sound.
@@WhoWoodaThought word around is that the ath m40x is much more balanced than the m50x, even though not as enjoyable is more flat.
Great video! What are your thoughts on SHURE SRH750DJ? Would you recommend them for podcasting and voiceover monitoring, as well as simple mixing?
What about the superlux HD 681? I think they are better than akg k240
well, superlux HD 681 EVO are great sounding, especially with the included velvet earpads.
akg ranges with mini xlr connections are annoying !! the wire rubs and causes terrible sounds in the earcup!
Sir can we use gaming headphone in musical instruments keyboard for practice only?
Sure, why not. To reiterate his main two points: You want a flat frequency response for mixing and little-to-no bleed if you're going to be tracking vocals.
Yeah nothing wrong with that. Think of it like this: you can use whatever computer monitor you want for browsing the internet, watching videos, writing documents, creating models, programming, that sort of thing. But, if you want to do something where the exact colour is really important, you should be looking for hardware which actually tries to match that need. Likewise, if you're just listening to Spotify, watching a stream, reading an audiobook, or playing a game, you can use whatever headphones that you like, but if you're doing work which requires sonic accuracy like mixing or mastering then you should be looking for studio headphones like these. In your case, it'll be absolutely fine to use gaming headset
Greetings and thanks. Would you say open backs can’t be used in home studios where there is some traffic noise. For mixing that is.
Appreciate old video, but om currently on the research rabit hole to find very good headphones pirely for a digital piano, any help be most appreciated, yamaha recommend quite low ohms between 30/50
Great video Mike! I have not had the chance to try many studio headphones. What do you think of the Audio Technica ATH series? I recently picked the ATH-M50X Bluetooth version and it literally sits on my head the whole day for tracking (mainly e-guitar), mixing, gaming, commuting, and watching Creative Sauce on RUclips. I previously used the mega budget Sennheiser HD201, but it was useless outside of my home studio because of the long cable...
Hi Mike. I have used the Sennheiser mics and headphones with great results but I am currently using the AKG K240 Studio and Sony Professional MDR-7506 headphones for comfort and quality.
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Hi, why did you wear HD280 in the opposite direction? is there any secret?
Mike, I just bought the Beyerdynamic DT 770 pro headphones in the 80 ohm version. I’m using it with my scarlett solo interface but I find them to be very quiet as you briefly mentioned in the video. Too quiet to work efficiently in my opinion. What do you suggest?
I’m looking to get the DT 990 and have a feeling ima have the same problem let me know if you get any answers I have a Scarlett solo also
PARADISE I actually ended up returning them unfortunately. I hated to do it, as I liked the comfort of them and the sound quality was good but I just couldn’t get the volume levels to where i needed them for my recording purposes. I just decided to keep trucking with the same pair of Audio Technicas that I’ve been using for a while now, that are plenty loud. It just makes me wonder though.. because I’ve only heard good things about beyerdynamic, and even though I’m not saying they’re bad at all, just quiet. Of course I’ve heard the “oh you’re just listening to music too loud” but I don’t know. I like loud, but I really couldn’t record efficiently at the volume on max with those headphones. They were far from loud in my opinion. Sorry to ramble on, just wanted to let you in on my experience. I wanted to love them. But I just couldn’t justify keeping them. However, if you decide to try a pair, let me know about your experience.
Unfortunately hate the sound of the K240's. If you're mixing tracks with bass, i find these useless. Lacks any punch at the low end and the Highs and Mids in my opinion sound Compressed.
And what do you recommend for mixing bass/kick?
@@ericdias4199 superlux HD 681 EVO are great! especially with the included velvet earpads.
akg ranges with mini xlr connections are annoying !! the wire rubs and causes terrible sounds in the earcup! i sent mine back!
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Hi Mike! Are the HD 280 Pro isolation good enough for a drummer or the Shure SE 215 are better in this regard? Thanks!
I had to laugh, sorry, but you had the Sennheiser headphones on backwards. Maybe they are more comfortable that way or just done that way for recording the video but I saw the R on the headphones and it's on your left ear.
I'm thinking about some additional headphones and these excellent recommendations have put me on the path I'm now looking down, thank you. However, my all time faves are my Audio Technica ATH-M50. Closed back so good for tracking and mixing, very comfortable for long wear and an amazing sound (albeit with some enhanced bass - which might not be for everyone, but I am a bass player and someone has to fight our cause)!
So, does it make sense to insert an EQ on the master bus that is inverted from the headphone's average frequency curve (which would be turned off when exporting or using speakers)? I know every set of headphones is different (even if they’re the same model), and I know there are inserts you can purchase to make these adjustments (Sonarworks, Toneboosters, Dotec Audio), and I suspect that headphone’s true frequency curve may change somewhat with overall amplitude. Still, if I don’t want to pay for an insert, shouldn’t it help create a better balanced mix to at least use a temp EQ inverted from your headphone’s frequency curve?
I've got the akg 240 studios, and use ToneBooster Morphit along with waves Abby Studio, at night when I can't use monitors for me it's the next best thing, for some people the Abby Studio doesn't work for them and/or they don't like it, the do have a free trial for both.
Oh and as far as remembering to bypass these on export, I've done that a few times and I'm like wow why does this sound so bad, haha
Pues sí , pero tiene más cuerpo y sonido y se nota el sonido muy bueno el antiguo modelo 240 AKG con 600 Ohms y el modelo NUEVO 240 AKG con 55 Ohms , la diferencia es sonido, y que al cable no es desmótale, en el nuevo si y el nuevo lo venden sí . He probado los dos y se nota la diferencia del antiguo de los 90s 240 AKG con 600 Ohms ,al nuevo de hoy en día 240 AKG con 55 Ohms, ( por sonido prefiero más el 240 AKG con 600 Ohms ) más que el modelo actual del 240 AKG Mk 2,,, saludos y como siempre un buen like ,
Love yr content mate keep it up 🔥I'm a beginner music producer, I just bought an Akai mini mk2, have you made a video already showing how to use it with Banlab as yr daw? If you haven't yet would appreciate it if you do.
Maybe time to upgrade my DT100s
About Beyerdynamic DT 770 PRO. I think bass and high frequencies are hyped. If you'll try to listen to some brutal death music, blast beats will blow the ears and brain also. Bass and high frequencies need to be pushed down.
dude, your right headphone channel put in your left ear 3:02
Same 720s to.
Do you master your videos too?
Hi Kole - usually just levels yes, just to keep to RUclips's specifications (-1db peak, -14db LUFS)
Sony MDR7506 Pro
AKG Pro Audio K240
Audio-Technica ATH-M50x
Sennheiser HD 280 Pro
Sony MDR7506
not for everyone ......
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I wouldn't say any of those are the best choice for mixing.
The DT150 is better than DT770
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All fine and dandy. However, in my opinion, this is a very critical part of the whole production process and limiting it to $150 may not be the best option. Offering options like "if you spend +50/+100/* bucks more, you can get THIS ..." may be helpful for people who plan to spend a bit bigger one time and be happy for several years to come.
Also, "Headphones" and "In Ear Monitor" (IEM) technologies are quite different beasts. My recommendation would be the "Sony MDR-EX800ST, coming in an non-fancy white box and without warranty but you get "studio grade" monitoring. Finally, including "sound correction" solutions, such as "Sonarworks" products seems appropriate when talking about such stuff. Cheers!
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none of these can be recommended now for any use. the are obsolete and not worth their money. they rely only on the mythology of their former superiority. now you can buy better hps from new brands, or from china. or even construct your own from buyed speakers. 20$ chinese speakers sounds as 150$ hps. you just need old hps case.
For the price you can't beat the TASCAM TH-02. Have had a pair for years and no issues. Are they the best? Definitely not but for under $30 everyone should own a pair. I use them whenever I travel or somewhere I might lose or damage the headphones.