Disclaimer: My only other good cans to compare these to are Beyerdynamics DT770 (250). I fully realize this review will be biased because of that. So please keep that in mind. This review is my...
First Impressions:
Well, when I first used these, I used them in the same place I'd expect myself to continue using these, on the go from place to place, and while at places outside the...
I bought these this week from amazon.co.uk for £10 including delivery. That's US $15.
Packaging, appearance, warranty, euro-nanny knows best:
Mine arrived in the small European packaging box,...
Absolutely beautiful little player. It's just a gorgeous chunk of tech that feels good to hold. For me personally tech has to have form as well as function and the AK120 doesn't disappoint on...
I agree w most reviews that these does not warrant the $499 MSRP. (Then rather opt for D5k, D7k).
BUT - at the +-$230 range I got them at (Amazon warehouse) - these are VERY good value for...
Real volume control, textured cables, similar design but much higher quality. I've been using mine since early January and I am still in love. So much that I also want to buy the M1.
I sort of understand the Beats bias on this site but don't kid yourself...Uptowns do not sound better than Beats Pros. I understand Beats are not worth their price tag but come on...lol
I love the people that say the M50 have no bass—it just proves zero knowledge about headphones or audio as a whole. I almost can't comfortably listen to the M50 because there is way too much bass. Not to mention something like the PRO700MKII.
You just have lightweight ears when it comes to bass. I don't how some head-fiers don't understand that some listeners are more sensitive to bass than others. You also said Fanny Wangs had "thundering bass" I sold mine the next day after I got them because of the poor quality in bass. Just respect bass connoisseurs and their point of expertise, especially if bass isn't your thing.
I have listened to both the Uptowns and the M50s and the guy has a point. And he is a reputable source. The Uptowns are comfier and they have better mids , but the are not practical for traveling as the M50s are. They have a flat EQ which makes them good with almost any genre of music unlike the m50s that have more bass (not overwhelming ) and really good highs but mids are their weak point.