Headphones are undoubtably an essential tool in a recording studio. We rely on them heavily to make countless creative & technical discussions in tracking, mixing and mastering. Audio Engineers the world over demand a lot from studio headphones. We typically want top draw sound quality, comfort, reliability, value for money (just to name a few) all within one well designed and thought-out product, so which is the best of set of studio headphones? That is indeed the million dollar question that we cannot answer, only you can decide as it will always be down to personal choice, taste and budget when selecting a new set of “cans” for your workflow. If you are in the market for new set of studio headphones then we’ve complied a number of our reviews of very reasonable studio grade headphones to help you in your search.
If you are in the market for a new set of studio headphones in the $150 to $300 price range, look no further. Lucky for us the cheaper $150 set out of these two Audio Technica studio headphones is the better choice. In this article, we share our thoughts on the M50x and M70x headphones by Audio Technica. We compare their differences in terms of designs, comfort, performance and price point and tell you why double the price doesn't always mean double the quality.
In this review we take a close look… and of course listen to ADAM Audio’s first ever set of studio grade headphones the SP-5. Our verdict takes into consideration the high price tag, build quality, comfort and sonic performance in studio applications… In short, we like these very much… but how much and why?
In this video for Pro Tools Expert, Technical Editor James Ivey shows us around the new AT2035 Studio bundle from Audio Technica and Audient. This package features everything you need to get working on your next hit song. Just add creativity.
Some of the most enjoyable reviews I get to do for Pro Tools Expert are those where I just get to listen. I get to listen to some amazing speakers and headphones and hopefully enjoy what I am listening to. These are however are some of the most difficult reviews as it is impossible for me to let you hear what I am hearing. So as a review I have to do my very best to describe what it is I enjoy about the sound, tonality, and usability of a product.
Alan Sallabank reviews the AKG Y50BT Bluetooth and APT-X HD wireless headphones, and explores how to use them with Pro Tools.
In this review Dan from Pro Tools Expert takes a close look at Sonarworks Headphone Calibration plug in and demonstrates it's performance using a set of KRK KNS 8400.
In this video James takes a look and listen to the new MO-Fi active headphones from Blue. James tells us about his experience and findings with these interesting looking and fantastic sounding headphones. See what happens when a microphone manufacturer turns there hand to another kind of audio transducer.
Asking me to try new headphones is like asking me to try a new beer, or a new bed, or to wear some new shoes - I’m already comfortable and I partly think that if it ain’t broke, then don’t mend it. However, only a fool closes their ears (no pun intended) to new ideas. So in this case, part curious and part altrusitic for the sake of the entire audio community (satire), I decided to give the KRK a spin.
We’ve also published several articles on the topic of studio headphones that are well worth checking out…
Whether it’s for a different perspective on the mix, or for foldback on the studio floor the humble headphone is a mighty studio staple. With choices ever evolving, here we round up our current favourite cans in 2024 for any occasion…
It is just a matter of weeks since Virtuoso first came to Julian’s attention courtesy of Mark Gittins’ excellent review but he appears to have been influenced by Mark’s positivity as he’s been testing Virtuoso for a couple of weeks now and he’s in!
Engineers are being bombarded with information along the lines of “STOP DOING THIS”… Whether you’re a new engineer or just fancy a fresh perspective, here we flip that to talk about some positive techniques to get the mix most of the way there.
A common criticism of Dolby Atmos is that it is impractical to present immersive audio in the home and the only way most listeners will experience it is over headphones. However in too many cases stereo has exactly the same issue. What is the problem and what does it mean?
There are some things that all studios need. Whether you’re starting out and looking to grow your arsenal, or considering downsizing after years of retail therapy, here we outline some of the things that your studio will always need contrasted with those that can wait…
Did you know that when you mix on headphones it’s not the same as using speakers? We explain why and the science behind this important fact.
Not so long ago, mixing on headphones was an exercise that most engineers would only ever attempt as a last resort when a set of monitor speakers in a properly configured room was unavailable. Today, though, there are plenty of software solutions on the market – here are some of our favourites…
Sometimes the best solution for a problem is staring you in the face. Fed up of having headphones lying around the studio? Then check this out.
Steven Slate Audio VSX claim in their own words “Perfect mixes, less frustration” amongst other things. They make some bold claims about how good the system is, so we put it to the test.
For many engineers, nothing beats the visceral feeling of capturing the right moment in record. Surrounded by great talent and amazing tools can be a great day at the office, but could the most important thing be going under the radar?
In this free tip video Pro Tools Expert Team Member Julian Rodgers demonstrates how to copy settings from the main faders on to an auxiliary send in Pro Tools. This is a huge time saver when setting up headphone mixes.
In this article, we suggest several ways how you can up your EQ game when mixing and monitoring on studio headphones.
When mixing is new to you, you probably don't own a lot of expensive equipment. A good pair of monitors are most likely to be pretty expensive but in my opinion one of the things you really should prioritise to spend your money on. To be a good mix-engineer you need to hear what you are doing, that's why you should get yourself a good pair of monitors and also a good sounding room to mix in. If you don't have a pair of monitors and still are mixing with headphones consider these points...