[adrianapeach49]

I saw some good reviews of the Edifier H840 and H850 and was thinking of buying one. They're pretty close in price on Amazon. If anyone's tried both, which would you recommend?

 

[cel4145]

I'm on Head-Fi a lot, and I never see people talk about the Edifier headphones. Did a search, and this was the discussion thread for them: http://www.head-fi.org/t/690468/edifier-headphones-and-earphones-h850-h290-etc. Doesn't seem like they have really caught in here. Not sure you'll find much information on them.

 

[Abramz]

Well, I have them both, so maybe I can help you
H840 is a classic V-shaped portable, with ability to improve with aplification. This are on-ears. I actually read review somewhere with comparison to Creative Aurvana Live! from owner of them both, and he said that H840 is better.
H850 is more on the neutral (flat) side with a light boost in a bass region. They imrove with amping somewhat more, and effectively over-ears (or circumaural) and more comfortable because of that. They sound resemble Sennheiser HD25-1 with velour pads, but with more bass and overall SQ. Rather fun, considering price difference. I own them too for some 2-3 years now, so it is IMHO, as usual.
So they are quite different. Hope this helps.

 

[Abramz]

Oh, I'm a bit late, just saw that... Maybe it will be useful somewhat...