Sony MDR7506 Professional Large Diaphragm Headphone

Sony MDR7506 Professional Large Diaphragm Headphone https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000AJIF4E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_62giFbQ6J29KA

This one is pretty good if you don’t mind a giant spiral cord

Sony MDR7506 Professional Large Diaphragm Headphones

These are a solid choice at a reasonable price. Used pretty much the world over in studio recording booths (or so I've heard). They aren't the best, but the value for the price is hard to beat. As everyone else has said anything better is basically just opinion or tuned for a very specific use case and type of sound, open back vs closed included.

When you do your sound, make sure you're using a good set of over the ear headphones. They don't have to be $300 set. These will do.

Sound is 50% of your film. If it sounds bad, people will walk away. Even faster than if it looks bad.

Sony's MDR7506 was what I used before I got noise cancelling headphones (hooray for being out of DoD). They don't have a mic and they work great from a sound perspective, but they get uncomfortable after several hours.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000AJIF4E/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&th=1

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000AJIF4E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_mAVENXuUzivpH

These are what I use. there used a lot in music schools Ive had them for a year and love them no problems so far and I listen to the same music they sound great on them

Sony MDR7506 Professional Large Diaphragm Headphone https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000AJIF4E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_TemIEbXVD4V2T

https://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR7506-Professional-Diaphragm-Headphone/dp/B000AJIF4E

I didn't hear this but this is my guess. You'd be surprised how shitty of headphones they actually use in the industry.

https://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR7506-Professional-Diaphragm-Headphone/dp/B000AJIF4E

Pretty legendary set of cans.

External battery, good exfoliating creme, good headphones.

Amazing headphones:

https://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR7506-Professional-Diaphragm-Headphone/dp/B000AJIF4E

My guess is that it won't help. "Gaming" type headsets are rarely concerned with, for instance, great music quality. It's probably the headset itself.

Try using some good-quality music headphones with the setup and see how it works. You'll need to come up with a solution for the microphone, but you don't need to spend a ton of money on that (I use a clip-on microphone from Amazon that cost $5 for a pair, they work fine for gaming).

You don't have to spend a fortune. These have been recognized as the industry standard studio monitor headphones for a couple of decades now. Less than $100. I use them and IMHO they are still easily the best audiophile headphones for the money, or even three times the money.

I know this is a problem because of a lack of funds, but I highly recommend you get these. Best headphones I have ever had in my life and easily lasted the longest because of the stretchy cable. Lasted me like 5 years with heavy usage. You can usually find them on sale for like 79 if you keep your eye open for them. This model has been around for decades, you will see them being used by music makers and in movies a lot.

https://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR7506-Professional-Diaphragm-Headphone/dp/B000AJIF4E

Another protip if you insist on just buying new cheap 5 dollar headphones from Walmart(they do the job), is if you see there is a noticeable bend that has been permanently shaped into the plug/wire, go out of your way to not bend it the other direction and to just keep it bent that way.

I personally feel headphones are an investment that you should look for the long game with. Note that I work in radio and literally wear headphones over 4 hours a day, every work day (in addition to podcasting and editing).

The Sony MDR7506 are the go to for my company and hence me. They're clearer than most low cost headphones, are super durable, and literally the only headphones I will buy.

Sony MDR-7506.

Link for the lazy:

https://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR7506-Professional-Diaphragm-Headphone/dp/B000AJIF4E

I use what audio engineers use. They aren't sexy but they're the industry standard.

They’re good headphones foe the price I’ll give them that

Sony, really, they’re fucking underated dr dulu kalo soal headphones n earphones, ini sblm jaman mereka serius main di ANC headphone dan jadi usurper Bose

Here’s an example of a legendary Sony headphone, it’s literally ancient dan masih ada ampe skrng

https://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR7506-Professional-Diaphragm-Headphone/dp/B000AJIF4E

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Sony MDR7506 have been my go to recording / monitoring / mixmastering headphones for decades

Can you spend $90-100?
The Sony MDR-7506 is somewhat of an industry standard for studio headphones. They produce a very accurate, uncolored sound.
https://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR7506-Professional-Diaphragm-Headphone/dp/B000AJIF4E

Every radio station and recording studio I've ever been in had like 10 pairs of Sony MDR's, so that's just what I've always used.

Back in the day they were $60 a pair but since the trade war/tariff's with China they are up to $100.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000AJIF4E

I've never understood the whole 'lets spend hundreds of dollars on headphones' for music that was mixed with a $60 pair of MDR's.

If you can raise your budget a bit to $100, there's the Sony MDR7506

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000AJIF4E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_xGObFbR3X2HQF

Apparently these guys are quite the hit for entry-level monitors. I don't think you want noise cancellation. That technology works by messing with the frequencies you hear. Just find a nice "closed-ear" pair. Also, forget about aesthetics if you truly want scrutinous audio for "starters" / cheaper than $500.

What I even use https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000AJIF4E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_TemIEbXVD4V2T

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I have these, they are really good for me, keep in mind, you will likely want wired with e-drumming...bluetooth will lag.

I've been using a pair of MDR-7506's from Sony for about 5 years now and they are still working great. If you do any kind of listening to orchestras or ensembles, these are really great.

About $90 on Amazon at the moment, though. (you might find them cheaper elsewhere) However, if you decide you want a high-quality pair to keep for a while, these have my endorsement.

Honestly, though. If your only concern practicing, and not necessarily having the best sound quality, then any old headphones will do. You'll just need an adapter probably. (Like this one) I just tested some walmart earbuds I have with my Yamaha P-105, and it worked fine. Not the best quality, but it works, and it's a very affordable solution.

Get a set of wired headphones if making music.

https://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR7506-Professional-Diaphragm-Headphone/dp/B000AJIF4E

(Neither of these items is appropriate for clubbing, but these two things help me at home.)

I wear closed-ear headphones while working, watching TV, or gaming. Not noise-cancelling ones, just big old-fashioned Sony Studio Monitor earmuffy things that blot out much of the outside world. (One current model's the MDR-7506; Sony's site , Amazon.com listing ) They certainly wouldn't be appropriate to wear at a bar unless you're the DJ, but at home they help eliminate distractions.

The other thing I use to screen out distractions at home is a LectroFan ; this is a version of a "white noise machine" that can emulate the sound of many different kinds of fan, so instead of just hissing, it can make a variety of low roars, good for muffling bass noises coming through the walls. (It seems to have better sound quality than phone apps that claim to do the same thing, and it can run off USB or wall power without tying up your phone.) Amazon.com listing

Under $100?

https://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR7506-Professional-Diaphragm-Headphone/dp/B000AJIF4E/

really?

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she's using this? https://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR7506-Professional-Diaphragm-Headphone/dp/B000AJIF4E

I recommend these headphones. They aren't that expensive and they sound great.

https://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR7506-Professional-Diaphragm-Headphone/dp/B000AJIF4E/

https://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR7506-Professional-Diaphragm-Headphone/dp/B000AJIF4E

No mic, but one of the best pair of headphones you can get for under $100.

There's always the studio standard Sony MDR7506

https://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR7506-Professional-Diaphragm-Headphone/dp/B000AJIF4E

Get the Sony MDR 7506. It is a little over your budget but they are great headphones for mixing and production for the money.

If your budget is absolutely fixed then the Sennheiser HD 280 Pro is on sale for $79 right now. They are comparable to the Sony pair listed above and are also great for production and mixing in general.

Of the two, I would suggest extending your budget a bit and getting the Sony pair for sure.

I use Sony MDR-5706 headphones. They're relatively inexpensive, are pro studio monitors (so extremely accurate and unbiased sound), and are modular (that is, if something breaks, you just get a replacement part for it, so you can pretty much continue using them forever). Like the other user said, the law of diminishing returns applies when buying any kind of sound gear--I think the MDR-5706's are a good balance of price and quality.

Incidentally, if you're curious, a headphone audiophile CGDCT manga exists.

So you think based on my needs that the Vic Firth pair is better than these?

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000AJIF4E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_fabc_w0MYFb6D038DK?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

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For that price, you’re going to get better quality from over-ears or on-ears! I’d recommend looking at the offerings from Audio Technica, Sony, or Grado. Some things to look out for: Open-backed vs Closed-backed. Open-backed headphones, IMO, sound better because they give you a more expansive sound, BUT they also let a lot of sound in and out. So if you’re working somewhere where you need to be quiet, or that there’ll be a lot of noise around you, closed backed headphones will the the way to go! Finally, WIRELESS HEADPHONES ARE NO GOOD FOR VIDEO EDITING. And it’s not for the reason you’d think. They’ll sound fine... not the best, but fine. However, wireless headphones have somewhere between a second to two seconds of lag. For most applications this is fine; your computer will just automatically deal with it, but for video editing it’s kind of a nightmare trying to place sounds accurately when scrubbing through audio just doesn’t work. You may actually be able to play back the timeline okay, depending on what program you’re using, but trying to do any actual edits will be a no go.

get these:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00HVLUR54/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

or these:

https://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR7506-Professional-Diaphragm-Headphone/dp/B000AJIF4E/

and then this:

https://www.sonarworks.com/reference

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unless your room is professionally treated, mixing on monitors is hella inaccurate, but it is more fun to do for the creative phase of production

Here’s the gear set up:

Mic’s: https://www.amazon.ca/Audio-Technica-ATR2100-USB-Cardioid-Dynamic-Microphone/dp/B004QJOZS4

https://www.amazon.ca/Shure-SM58-LC-Cardioid-Microphone-without/dp/B000CZ0R42/ref=sr_1_5?crid=1NWTZFPXLOEVM&dchild=1&keywords=sure+sm58+microphone&qid=1596770418&sprefix=Sure+sm%2Caps%2C212&sr=8-5

Headphones

https://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR7506-Professional-Diaphragm-Headphone/dp/B000AJIF4E/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1OLHAT4EZ90YK&dchild=1&keywords=sony+7506+headphones&qid=1596770532&s=electronics&sprefix=Sony+7506%2Caps%2C234&sr=1-2

Portable Recorder:

https://www.amazon.ca/Zoom-H4n-Pro-Handy-Recorder/dp/B01DPOXS8I/ref=sr_1_5?dchild=1&keywords=Zoom+h4n+pro&qid=1596770571&sr=8-5

XLR Cables

The pads that come with them are comfortable even if you use glasses. But if you must buy some pads, Brainwavz Hybrid. I use the round ones on my AKG K845BT and I feel a change in the fullness of the lows (minimal but noticeable) as the sound stage (also noticeable but not over blowing change).

Let's say the enjoyment I take from the musics I normally listen were increased with this pads. Mind it that I replace not because I wanted, but because the Stock Pads gone kaput.

Also if you are looking at the Audio-Technica M40x, I would suggest you also look at the AKG Pro Audio K361 or the Sony MDR7506.

i'll share some pieces from my setup

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this mic — Shure SM7B $400

these headphones — Sony MDR7506 $95

this audio interface — Apogee Duet 2 $649

DAW — Logic Pro X — $200 (got it free though)

i was able to record, mix, and master this track with that setup — Philo — Psychedelia

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the pieces i use are fairly common amongst professionals.

i don't think you can go wrong with either of them, but i would definitely do some research around the web.

i hope that helps!

I couldn't hear a very large difference, so I switched to Spotify. The small difference in sound quality wasn't enough for me to want to pay $10 more a month to have less features but slightly better audio.

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Equipment:

Creative Soundblaster X-Fi Titanium: https://www.amazon.com/Creative-SB0880-Express-Blaster-Titanium/dp/B001E25KDK

Sony MDR-7506: https://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR7506-Professional-Diaphragm-Headphone/dp/B000AJIF4E/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2Q3KPIA49Y1JA&dchild=1&keywords=sony+mdr-7506+headphones&qid=1601091605&sprefix=sony+mdr%2Caps%2C182&sr=8-3

And yes, that sound card was set up properly and was set to allow audio quality above Tidal Masters.

I use Sony MDR-7506 studio reference headphones and they have proven to be a pretty cheap budget option for gaming and overall clean audio quality (depending on your setup). You can also get after-market ear faux leather ear pads that are much more comfortable.

Sony MDR-7506

https://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR7506-Professional-Diaphragm-Headphone/dp/B000AJIF4E/ref=sr_1_2?crid=ZHSSSETELY04&dchild=1&keywords=sony+mdr-7506+headphones&qid=1600205604&sprefix=sony+mdr%2Caps%2C165&sr=8-2

Auray Ear Pads

https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/998386-REG/auray_epe_mdr7506_extra_deep_earpads_for.html

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https://www.amazon.com/Focusrite-Scarlett-Audio-Interface-Tools/dp/B07QR6Z1JB/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=audio+interface&qid=1577671095&s=pc&sr=1-1-catcorr

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Bam plug the shit in, download drivers. Gonna needa mic stand aswell. I use a table top one.

The interface is has similar electronics to the a sound card, plus it's shielded. Mic is gonna sound better than anything else and the headphones are flat and clear.

What is the difference between these headphones, what is their tonal balance, to whom are they best for and which would you say is the most worth it? (You can also suggest an alternative.) Are they good for simply listening to music (so not just studio work)?

https://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR7506-Professional-Diaphragm-Headphone/dp/B000AJIF4E/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&redirect=true&ref_=as_li_tl&linkCode=sl1&tag=studioheadphone-20&linkId=cd4ccaf3aa77fdb9a5ccbfb0a12b19f2

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00ENMK1DW?tag=rtings-hp-p-20&ie=UTF8Philips%20Audio%20Philips%20SHP9500%20HiFi%20Precision%20Stereo%20Over-Ear%20Headphones%20(Black)

https://www.amazon.com/Focal-Spirit-Professional-Studio-Headphones/dp/B00EXO8Y3Y/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&redirect=true&ref_=as_li_tl&linkCode=sl1&tag=studioheadphone-20&linkId=2a5d5d304bde4e832f03a4b81039b49f

So this question has many answers to it. The one major thing I will agree is that it’s best to try it to see if you love it enough to invest serious money into it. So I would advice and recommend that you get a free/lite version of DAW or a trial of a full one and buy three things: a pair of headphones, an audio interface, and a microphone.

Here’s what I recommend for the setup:

Microphone: Samson Condenser Microphone (SAM C01) - This is the only microphone at this price range that I can vouch for as it is severely underpriced.

Audio-Technica AT2020 - awesome microphone, was my first and what a beauty.

Blue Ember - solid choice, nice and crispy.

AKG P120 - I own 4 of these. Love them.

Interface:
Focusrite Scarlett Solo (3rd Gen) - underpriced. This is just a beastly.

Presonus Studio 2|4 - solid choice.

Native Instruments Audio 1 - solid choice.

Rode A-1 - this one is bananas. Rode’a first interface and does it deliver.

Headphones: Audio-Technica M40x - I own 4 of these. Just pure awesome.

Audio-Technica M50x - I own 2. Use them everyday. I couldn’t mix without these.

AKG K240 - damn solid choice.

Sony MDR7506 - Studio Classic. Nothing says pro studio like these.

Hope this helps.

Gatz

P.S. if you have more questions then shoot me a DM or chat.

It depends on what your medium is, although, some of these tips can be used for any genre you're interested in.

• INTERFACES: If you have experience in hardware instruments (guitar, bass, synthesizers, banjo, sitar, .etc) I highly suggest a USB audio interface. They are super portable and allow you to record digitally through an audio cable or plugin microphones to record live. It is almost a necessity if you're planning to work with software as it gives you a high-quality sound card to listen to what you're making (I learned this way too late, see links below) its NOT just for hardware instruments trust me.
• SOFTWARE: If you want to go full software plus a laptop or PC, invest in something with a good CPU as most recording suites are a heavy load. On a budget? There are good free DAWs (Digital Audio Workstation) like Reaper (see link also) or Mixcraft, Cakewalk or Soundbridge although I have never used them. I full-heartedly recommend Ableton Live 10 as a premium option. FL Studio is also an option.
• SOFTWARE 2: VST plugins are software instruments that you can import into the DAW of your choice, you can never have enough. They all do something different and they will be the main source of where your sound comes from. Sample packs make up the drums and FX portion of your music. These are super important and there are also free and premium resources for both (links below).
• HARDWARE: MIDI allows you to interact with your software using actual hardware controllers, kind of like how Rockband uses plastic guitars or drums. There are controls with rubber pads on them that allow you to trigger samples or 15 keyed pianos that let you play as if on an actual piano. The thing about controllers is that they do NOT contain actual sounds but are simply used to trigger sound from inside the software. Reputable makers of controllers are Akai, Novation, Native Instruments, Arturia. (p.s m-audio failed on me a few times, would not recommend)
• MONITORING SOUND: You will need studio reference headphones specifically for the production. They don't have to cost a fortune but make sure you buy a REPUTABLE BRAND (Sennheiser, Audio-Technica, AKG, few Sony, some Pioneer, Beyerdynamic), rule of thumb, do not go for headphones that boost the sound in any way. This will lead to inaccurate sound choices and will mess with the mixing process believe me. You also have the choice of buying studio reference monitors/speakers. They let you reference the music you make in the open as if it was on a speaker outside or playing in a car. I highly recommend above 40watts. KRK Rokit makes some good products so have a quick look. There are special ways to set up monitors and a good listening room. Have a look below.
• ROOM CORRECTION: This is rocket-surgery. In short, from your speakers, sound waves pass by your ears and bounce off the walls behind you and continue bouncing in every which way until they hit your ears again and you will hear them as an echo. Kind of like clapping in a tunnel. The idea is to deaden these stray waves with sound isolating foam that hangs or sticks onto the reflection points on the walls behind you. Now the hard part is that every room is UNIQUE. Do you see the rocket-surgery part now? I recommend finding tutorials for this one. (it's not that difficult but it sure is pricey) Also, research the equilateral triangle placement for studio monitors/speakers.
• TIPS: The following are solutions to some bad habits that were drilled into me when I first started making music. I am not sure if they will make too much sense right now but keep them in mind!
• Using samples is NOT CHEATING.
• FINISH YOUR MUSIC. Believe it or not, you can be so inspired that you will never get anything done. 800 projects later, you have found that you have followed through with three of them.
• Music block is a thing. It's part of the process and it makes you feel so unproductive. The best thing to do in a music mood: Think of an INTENSE emotion and make what it would sound like, and let other people hear what you're feeling. Otherwise, step away, for a while. Maybe days, or weeks until you feel a spark again.
• THE LINKS: A simple recording build, could act as a good start.
• KRK Monitors: https://www.amazon.com/KRK-Professional-Bi-Amp-Powered-Monitor/dp/B07NDBM6F2/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=rokit&qid=1586846040&s=musical-instruments&sr=1-2
• Sony Reference Headphones: https://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR7506-Professional-Diaphragm-Headphone/dp/B000AJIF4E/ref=sr_1_4?crid=SNN6JQZW3GAA&dchild=1&keywords=studio+reference+headphones&qid=1586846187&s=musical-instruments&sprefix=studio+r%2Cmi%2C178&sr=1-4
• Audio Interface (at least two port): https://www.amazon.com/PreSonus-AudioBox-USB-Recording-System/dp/B071W6YVDR/ref=sr_1_2?crid=25CEPKECVR2JY&dchild=1&keywords=audio+interface&qid=1586846264&s=musical-instruments&sprefix=audio+inter%2Cmi%2C178&sr=1-2
• Piano like MIDI Controller: https://www.amazon.com/Arturia-MiniLab-MkII-Slim-Key-Controller/dp/B01MSNIVKE/ref=sr_1_11?dchild=1&keywords=midi+controller&qid=1586846603&s=musical-instruments&sr=1-11
• Sample packs: https://www.loopmasters.com OR https://splice.com there are also Reddit communities and YT vids dedicated to sharing samples.
• A huge list of free vst plugins: https://thehomerecordings.com/best-free-vst-plugins-in-the-world/
• Audio Technica mic: https://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-AT2020-Cardioid-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B0006H92QK/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=studio+mics&qid=1586847020&s=musical-instruments&sr=1-2
• You can always fix vocals if they are too bassy or high but you can't fix the quality of a bad mic.
• Studio foam (case by case basis, cheap stuff isn't the best but is a quick fix): https://www.amazon.com/Acoustic-Soundproof-Absorbing-Insulation-Ceiling/dp/B07VDTR22R/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=studio+foam&qid=1586847149&s=musical-instruments&sr=1-3

So that's all I got for now. If there are any experts reading that would like to give some input I would appreciate it, I am sure I missed some things. Also, great use of my time instead of writing my midterm paper. I'll be here to answer questions.