Clones of the Tascam MX2.  Build quality of the headset is strong, the metal sliders have a good grip when adjusting the size.  Quite comfortable.  2.7% of reviews mention about jack plug failures. Come in a selection of colors, white, black/red or black.   Sound quality.  Very flat neutral sound ideal for studio monitoring, but they are musical too, they have a nice warmth due to lower mids being slightly forward and the upper mids are non fatiguing and slightly back whilst having an airy sound.  Sub bass is very pleasant but not at basshead...

The reviewed headphones are clones of the Tascam, they are Prodipe 3000.   Build quality of the headset is strong, the metal sliders have a good grip when adjusting the size.  Quite comfortable.  2.7% of reviews mention about jack plug failures. Come in a selection of colors, white, black/red or black.   Sound quality.  Very flat neutral sound ideal for studio monitoring, but they are musical too, they have a nice warmth due to lower mids being slightly forward and the upper mids are non fatiguing and slightly back whilst sounding airy.  Sub bass...

I was looking for an alternative to my PSB M4U1 as they are a bit strident in the treble.  I won the A5 Pro on ebay for £70 and I am very pleased with them.    Comfort - after 1 and a half hours the top of my head aches a bit from the lack of soft padding on the headband.  Not a problem since I would have a break.  Clamping force is very secure and is not a problem for my small to medium sized head.  The lead is just long enough at 1.4m stretching to 3m   Sound - There is a nice smooth and defined mid bass and slightly less sub bass, not quite as...

I have the Studiospares M1000, identical to the HM5 and won them on ebay for £26 which was an absolute bargain.  The Studiospares retail brand new for £64 plus delivery.   They have a secure clamp pressure but are comfortable due to the thick, soft pads.  I like the secure feeling that they won't slide off the head, I think the overall clamping and comfort is near perfect for my small to medium sized head.  One of the adjuster sliders is a bit loose but does not matter due to the clamping force.   Sound is quite neutral except for very slightly...

I just bought these for £100 secondhand off ebay and I don't think I will get any better for the price, although I have not auditioned the AKG K612.  Bass is punchy, detailed, well textured.  Mids are very smooth, neutral, no spikes whatsoever, highs are sparkly and just right in the mix.  Overall, the detail level is great, clarity is of a high standard as you would expect and the speed response is great.  The soundstage is so airy and wide it really makes for a dreamy wonderful experience and especially with the low to mid bass response which fills...

These are underrated on headfi, I find them to have an airy wide soundstage with a warm bassy sound signature. They have a warm midrange, 70's jazz with electric piano sounds wonderful.  Treble is not that smooth but is just right in the mix, extension is good.  You cannot pin-point instruments with accuracy though due to the sound not being very detailed and focused although it is very adequate for the price paid.  I will be selling my Philips shp8500 because the Koss have a warmer midrange and airier soundstage.  I think they have a unique sound of...

Bought these for just over £5 from ebay , they retail for around £13 on amazon uk.  Sound signature is very natural with smooth midrange.  Occasionally the highs can be slightly recessed but they are very clear along with clear bass and mids.  Bass level is superb and is very satisfying.  Detail is about average, but excellent considering the competition in this price range.  Soundstage is amazingly wide for such cheap closed-back headphones, although compared to my Philips shp8500's they dont have as much grace or finesse in soundstage...

Bought these from ebay for £15 .  Originally I believe they were going for £50 in 2007 then reduced to £20 - £30.  Firstly what struck me was the warm sound and nicely presented bass, no problems with bass clarity here!  They are semi-open as there are tiny holes for the hinge pivoting on the earcups.  Also they feature angled drivers so you get a wide soundstage with clear instrument separation.  They are the best headphones I have had and having had quite a few (see my profile) that is saying something, although I have never really owned expensive...

Build quality   Very light with light to medium clamping force, soft pleather cushioning makes for very comfortable wearing for long periods.  Ratchet mechanism is strong and precise for adjusting the headband.  Earcups swivel up, down, left and right.  The lead is a generous 3 meters long.    Sound quality   The bass is dynamic to be heard very fully when needed and also it extends quite deep.  Punchiness is average.  Mids are mellow, reproducing vocals quite flat, but not too veiled to spoil the listening experience.  Chocolate-like is...

Review of HP890's   Build quality   The luxurious blue velour pads are very comfy, along with the rubber headband, although I would say that the clamping force is slightly weak which is not so good due to the heavy weight of these headphones and they feel as if they would come off easily if I leaned down.  The joints seem to be a bit vulnerable but should be sturdy enough with good care taken.    Sound   Good bass extension, they go low and the amount of bass is impressive considering that they are open-backed.  The bass is clear without any...

Build quality   Well built for the price, the cloth ear covers can get a bit worn in places.    Sound quality   Tight and defined bass that extends quite deep, clear, defined mids, slightly prominent lower treble, treble well extended and very clear.  Overall quite neutral in sound signature.  Soundstage is wide and airy.  These are better than the Grado sr60 beating them in soundstage and clarity, except for very slightly less bass.  Not too different to the bigger Philips hp890s, but again, not quite as much bass.  Value for money is really...

Build quality.   The earcup padding is exquisite with it's soft, smooth faux leather, as well as the beautifully padded headband.  The model I bought for £49 off Amazon was the all black one without the volume control as I had demoed the silver one with the volume control and it had a channel imbalance, so I thought that the all black version would be a safe bet.  I like the understated look, the satin finish of the earcups is very nice as well as the excellent stitching of the faux leather.   Sound.   The bass is dynamic and when called for...