20 best headphones for listening to music according to customer reviews

Headphones - the best way to get rid of reality and immerse yourself in the enchanting world of music. It does not matter, this is a dance track or a classical symphony - the sound should be of high quality. And good headphones - the best assistant to get real pleasure from music.

Top headphone rating

nomination	a place	Name of product	price
The best inexpensive overhead headphones with good sound	1	Sony MDR-ZX660AP	2560 rub.
	2	Koss Porta Pro	3400 RUB.
	3	Audio-Technica ATH-M30x	4990 RUB.
The best overhead headphones with good sound in the middle price range	1	Marshall Mid Bluetooth	10990 RUB.
	2	Harman / Kardon Soho	8900 RUB.
	3	Sennheiser Momentum On-Ear	7500 RUB.
Top premium premium headphones with good sound	1	Sennheiser HD 800	60200 RUB.
	2	AKG K 712 Pro	23300 RUB.
The best inexpensive in-ear headphones with good sound	1	Sennheiser IE 4	2800 RUB.
	2	Sony MDR-XB50AP	2950 RUB.
	3	Sony MDR-NC31EM	2100 RUB.
The best in-ear headphones in the middle price segment	1	Sennheiser IE 60	6500 RUB.
	2	Marshall mode	3200 RUB.
	3	Bose in-ear	6600 RUB.
Best Premium In-Ear Headphones	1	Westone UM PRO30	28800 RUB.
	2	Astell & Kern Roxanne II	116790 RUB.
	3	Audio-Technica ATH-IM03	23400 RUB.
Best full-size headphones	1	Sennheiser HD 280 Pro	6100 RUB.
	2	Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro	11500 RUB.
	3	Bose QuietComfort 35	21800 RUB.

What to look for when choosing headphones

The main criteria when choosing headphones:

1. Impedance or resistance. If you plan to listen to music on special equipment (a home audio system with an amplifier, for example), then models with a value of more than 60-100 Ohms will do. For use with smartphones or portable players, it is better to use headphones with an impedance of up to 60 ohms;

2. Material and type of speakers. Ferrite magnets create a uniform and rich sound throughout the frequency spectrum; Neodymium are distinguished by intense bass and periodically falling through middle tones. Micro-armature headphones reproduce every sound, but for a dense acoustic picture you will have to “play with the equalizer”;

3. The diameter of the speaker. The wider the speaker, the more noticeable at the "physical" level the bass;

4. Material cable and plugs. Acid-free copper is recommended, which, due to its low resistance, creates a rich sound even on “weak” devices. The plugs are, accordingly, better gold-plated - this material is resistant to corrosion and therefore the resistance of the contact plates does not increase with the time of use of headphones;

5. Frequency range. This parameter indicates the width of the frequency spectrum. On average, an adult is able to hear sounds with a frequency of 15 to 15,000 Hz. But this is the minimum range. For bass lovers, models with a lower limit of reproducible frequencies of 5-10 Hz are recommended, for fans of vocals and classical music, with an upper limit of 20,000 Hz;

6. Sensitivity. This parameter indicates the headphone volume limit. Acquire models with a sensitivity of more than 120 dB is not recommended - they can damage your hearing. But the minimum limit of sensitivity is 100 dB.

7. The type (form factor) of headphones is also important.

Headphones which company choose

Many manufacturers implement in their headphones a specific sound picture.Therefore, it is worth choosing a vendor based on your own preferences in music.

1. For example, Sony is known for distinctive bass. Even headphones without a separate sound chip reproduce low frequencies tightly and perceptibly. And in most cases it is not "treated" with the equalizer settings.

2. Sennheiser also periodically “overdo it” with bass, but usually they have a balanced acoustic picture. These headphones will appeal to fans to experiment with sound settings through the equalizer.

3. Koss produces headphones with high-quality and expressive sound "out of the box." No frequencies prevail over others, the acoustic picture is holistic. Again, you can customize the sound through the equalizer, but here it will not have such a noticeable effect as the models from Sennheiser. Similar acoustic qualities can boast models from Audio-Technica and AKG.

4. For fans of rock and other heavy non-electronic music can recommend models from Marshall, Bose and Harman / Kardon. They are distinguished by “velvet” bass, which, although felt, does not “hammer”.

The best inexpensive overhead headphones with good sound

Sony MDR-ZX660AP

Rating: 4.9

Pleasant-sounding headphones that are best suited for use with mobile devices. There is a built-in microphone with a switch on the wire, flat non-tangling cable, soft ear cushions and a metal headband.

The sound picture is typical for Sony models: the bass is tangible, deep and rich. In some musical genres, they may even seem too strong.

Among the shortcomings can be identified perhaps the small diameter of the ear cushions, because of which some people may experience discomfort during long wearing headphones.

Koss Porta Pro

Rating: 4.8

One of the most famous overhead headphones. They have excellent acoustic characteristics, create an active and tangible scene. The bass is saturated and clearly distinguishable, but not “hollowing”. They lie on the head very comfortably.

They have an open structure, which is why they let in sounds from outside. In noisy places, hearing music becomes difficult. The headband and structural elements of metal, can begin to creak - easily "treated" with silicone lubrication.

Audio-Technica ATH-M30x

Rating: 4.8

Full size model with closed configuration. This ensures passive noise reduction, music can be heard even in the subway or similar places. The sound stage is balanced, which is typical of this manufacturer. Even the bass is palpable, but not overlapping other frequencies.

Actually, the balance of the sound stage may not like some users, especially when switching from headphones with pronounced bass (for example, Sony). The absence of overdrive on the lower frequencies leads to the fact that a number of music genres - such as trailer music - lose their richness and richness of sound. This is worth considering when choosing headphones. They are well suited for genres lacking pronounced percussion or bass lines.

The best overhead headphones with good sound in the middle price range

Marshall Mid Bluetooth

Rating: 4.9

Wireless model with support for Qualcomm aptX proprietary codec. This improves the sound quality by increasing the bitrate of the transmitted audio on compatible devices. Acoustic scene is characteristic of Marshall - pleasant mid and high frequencies, comfortable not “hollow” bass. Perhaps the perfect headphones for rock lovers in all varieties.

In addition, an equalizer with the ability to switch presets is built into the headphones. There is also a microphone. Materials of high quality and durable.

The disadvantage is the dense coverage of the head. However, over time, the headband takes the form of a skull and the landing becomes more comfortable.

Harman / Kardon Soho

Rating: 4.9

Compact wireless headphones. It is worth considering that because of their small size, they have a relatively small sensitivity of 100 dB. Therefore, they are poorly suited for listening to music in very noisy places.

But they have a very balanced sound stage. While the mid and high frequencies sound natural, the low ones retain “velvety.” This makes them suitable for almost any genre of music. The scene is wide and deep, but the distortions in one direction or another does not appear. Suitable for listening to both saturated tracks and low-tracks.

In addition, they look very beautiful and non-standard - which, in principle, is characteristic of Harman / Kardon equipment.

Sennheiser Momentum On-Ear

Rating: 4.8

Wired closed-type headphones (passive noise reduction) with a very low impedance of 18 ohms. This makes them compatible with virtually all mobile devices.

The sound is uncharacteristic for Sennheiser models, as it is characterized by assertiveness. Almost all frequencies are raised, but the upper ones are not raised, thanks to the comfort, regardless of the genre. The emphasis, however, slightly placed on the lower frequencies. The scene is deep and wide, but, for example, not as tangible as at Koss Porta Pro - precisely due to the assertiveness of the sound.

In addition, the model has an excellent complete set with two cables and a rigid shipping cover.

Top premium premium headphones with good sound

Sennheiser HD 800

Rating: 4.9

Flagship studio headphones with a very detailed scene. They are distinguished by excellent sound detailing, the absence of an imbalance in the direction of any of the frequencies, unsaturated, but noticeable bass. Perfectly suited for acoustic music as well as for mixing tracks. The scene is a little distant, but this is only an advantage - the sound is felt more transparent.

At the same time, they are light, comfortable and fit perfectly on the head.

However, they have an impedance of 300 ohms, which is why they are completely unsuitable for listening with mobile devices or media centers without an amplifier.

AKG K 712 Pro

Rating: 4.8

Studio headphones with highly detailed stage and clear sound. The bias on the frequency response is not even in the direction of the bass. Therefore, they are suitable for listening to acoustic music, audio processing, information, etc. They need warming up, only after that the bass becomes quite deep, but the distinctness of the other frequencies remains. Good sound quality is achieved without the use of studio equipment - but the amplifier still does not hurt.

Have an easy design, do not press on the head.

The best inexpensive in-ear headphones with good sound

Sennheiser IE 4

Rating: 4.7

Intra-channel headphones with good passive sound insulation and sound characteristic of the manufacturer. Durable and reliable cable, but not flat, because of what gets tangled in your pocket. The sound is clear, with a slight bias towards the bass.

The sound in these headphones is one of the best in the budget price category.Clean, detailed. The bias towards bass is sufficient for the percussion or low-frequency line to be noticeable, but it does not overlap medium and high.

Sony MDR-XB50AP

Rating: 4.6

In-channel headphones with reinforced bass (Extra Bass series, Sony branded sound). However, they do not overlap the middle and upper frequencies too much, from which the overall “picture” is balanced. The sound is detailed, we hear every instrument.

Also, the model is equipped with a built-in microphone, and therefore work as a headset; reliable flat not tangled wire; L-shaped non-rubbing connector.

Perhaps the best headphones for music lovers with strong bass.

Sony MDR-NC31EM

Rating: 4.5

Intra-channel headphones with excellent noise reduction and clear sound picture. However, which is typical for Sony, a small slope in the lower frequencies still exists. Noise reduction in these headphones is active, however, the audio processor of the smartphone is used, to which they are connected.

They have quite large sizes for in-ear headphones, and also feature a 5-pin plug.

The best in-ear headphones in the middle price segment

Sennheiser IE 60

Rating: 4.9

Intra-channel headphones with rich bass and midrange. The sound is tight, intense. High clean, but not very driving. However, these headphones are great for listening to almost any genre of music.

This model has an interesting form of attachment. It is assumed that the cables from the speakers are thrown through the auricle. This ensures a tight fit - the headphones do not fall out even with intense physical activity.

But at the same time the cable freezes in the cold, so it will be a little inconvenient to use them outside at low temperatures.

Marshall mode

Rating: 4.8

Aperture intra-local headphones with rich sound of low and mid frequencies, characteristic of all Marshall devices. The picture is clean. Become the perfect headphones for rock lovers. However, this is characteristic of all portable audio equipment from the company Marshall.

The disadvantage is a weak cable. Model require careful handling.

Bose in-ear

Rating: 4.8

Intra channel open headphones. This ensures high wearing comfort, including with extended use. At the same time, the headphones are distinguished by a wide, clear sound stage - each instrument can be heard, there are no differences on one or another part of the frequency spectrum. Bass tangible, but not overloaded and not "hollowing."

Included with the headphones is a comfortable leather case for storage and transportation.

Best Premium In-Ear Headphones

Westone UM PRO30

Rating: 4.9

Micro-armature three-driver intra-channel headphones with a detachable cable, high sensitivity and a sound stage balanced to the “plane”. This, on the one hand, makes it possible to hear each instrument; on the other hand, it does not create assertiveness, which is appreciated by some users.

The model has a BTE landing, which provides reliable fixation.The cable, unlike Sennheiser IE 60, does not freeze in the cold, so that they are comfortable in any weather. An added bonus is the manual assembly of headphones and custom design.

Astell & Kern Roxanne II

Rating: 4.8

Microarmatics 12-driver in-ear headphones. They have an excellent sound stage due to the use of several drives for each frequency spectrum. Rich equipment, quality materials. Bass intensity can be adjusted separately.

It is recommended to use these headphones only with high-quality mobile players (for example, from the same Astell & Kern company).

Audio-Technica ATH-IM03

Rating: 4.7

Micro-armature three-driver intra-channel headphones with earbuds. They are distinguished by a dynamic, active, natural and vibrant sound environment; good, albeit passive sound insulation; deep scene that is felt outside the speakers. Another advantage is a tight fit in the ears.

Perhaps the best micro-armature (anchor) model in its price range.

Best full-size headphones

Sennheiser HD 280 Pro

Rating: 4.9

Full-size, closed-cap headphones with medium impedance. They have a uniform sound pattern - all frequency spectra are balanced, the bass is tangible, but not twisted. Suitable for listening and writing music. The design is such that provides dense sound insulation without active noise reduction.

The sound is highly detailed. You can hear every tool. Medium impedance provides high-quality reproduction even on portable devices - but, of course, it is advisable to use professional acoustic equipment for “disclosure”.

Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro

Rating: 4.8

Full-size closed headphones. They exist in two iterations - with an impedance of 80 ohms (for listening on any equipment, including portable devices) and 250 ohms (for professional amplifiers). They are distinguished by a deep, rich, "velvet" - but at the same time not overloaded bass.

The main advantage of the model is the formation of a tangible acoustic scene. Differ in truly surround sound.

Warm up headphones before use.

Bose QuietComfort 35

Rating: 4.7

Wireless monitor headphones closed type with active noise reduction. The sound is balanced with a slight bias in high frequencies. The scene is also quite “flat”, the bass is tangible, but not interrupting the rest of the spectrum. There is no built-in equalizer, it is desirable to use the one that is installed on the smartphone.

The main advantage of headphones - the highest comfort. Neither the ears nor the head get tired even after a very long wear. Quality materials, battery life - more than 20 hours.

Can be used as a headset.

What headphones to buy?

The choice of headphones directly depends on three factors:

1. Equipment with which you plan to use them;

2. Type of use (at home, on the street);

3. Favorite music genre.

So, when using high-quality audio equipment - a separate amplifier, or at least a sound card with a higher discretization - it is advisable to purchase premium headphones. Only then will the music “unfold” properly.

Monitor or overhead models are suitable for use at home. On the street will be more convenient intra-channel. However, it depends on personal preferences.

Well, since each producer makes the sounds "branded", it is important to determine the favorite genre of music. For bass - Sony or Sennheiser, for rock and other directions with prevailing mid frequencies - AKG, Audio-Technica, Marshall. For acoustics - good monitor headphones Sennheiser, Beuerdynamic, or even microarmat.

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Attention! This rating is subjective, is not advertising and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you should consult with a specialist.