MDR7506 Professional Large Diaphragm Headphone

I purchased these Sony MDR-7506 headphones a couple of months ago. More recently, I've also purchased Sony's very similar (but not identical - see below) Sony MDR-V6 Monitor Series Headphones . My reason for purchasing a second pair (and getting both models) was because the V6's were very inexpensive at the time I ordered ($30 cheaper than the 7506's), and because I was curious to see if I could tell a difference between the two. In reading many of the reviews here on Amazon and elsewhere, I knew that the two are constructed very similarly but there were different opinions regarding both the differences (if any) and which has the superior sound. These are both headphones in the $100 and below price category, which seems like a reasonable price to pay for high quality sound. I do not like to listen to music using earbuds, I prefer this style of "over-the-ear" headphone. although it does take some getting used to. I also have very inexpensive Koss KSC75 Portable Stereophone Headphones for occasions when I don't want to use my more expensive Sony's. I am very satisfied with the sound quality from these headphones (both models), and with the comfort. They are the first "quality" headphones that I have owned, and the level of detail in the sound, lack of distortion, and overall quality is simply superb. I am completely satisfied. Now, regarding both similarities and differences between the Sony MDR-7506 and Sony MDR-V6, here is what I have found: - externally, they are almost identical in construction and appearance. The V6 has red stickers on each headphone "for Digital", and the 7506 has blue stickers "Professional". The phono jack for the V6 is silver metal (all metal), for the 7506 is gold (rubber and gold). Those are the only visible differences I am able to detect. - when I listen to the two headphones back to back, at the same volume level and with the same music, I can detect a slightly clearer treble and midrange from the 7506, and very slightly clearer sound. This is consistent with several of the other reviewers on Amazon for the 7506, who say they can detect a slightly better sound separation and more open sound for the 7506, with the V6's sounding a bit warmer. One reviewer also says that the internal grounding for the two headphones is different - the 7506 uses a separate internal ground for the left and right channels, where the V6 uses a single ground for both channels. (It seems to me that both grounds are going to the same place anyway, but if this is true - and I am not able to confirm whether or not it is - then maybe this contributes to a slightly different sound). - some reviewers state that the internal speaker drivers are different for the two headphones. However when I went to Sony's website to check the specifications for the two models, that is not what I found. And here is what the Wikipedia page states for these headphones: "both models share the same part number for their driver, but the magnet therein is known to vary. The MDR-7506 was introduced with a samarium-cobalt magnet, as is currently used in the MDR-V6. However, at some point, the MDR-7506 switched to the slightly more powerful neodymium magnet. These changes were made without changing the driver part number." - The box for the 7506 states "neodimium magnet". The operating instructions included with the V6 state "samarium cobalt magnet". Possibly either or both of these are out of date (as Wiki states, they may make spec changes over time) - the 7506 box is copyright 1994, and the V6 copyright is 1996. - The 7506 box includes an exploded view and parts list, which is very nice to have. The V6 box does not. - Both headphones include a soft case for storing/carrying the headphones, and both include an adaptor plug so that the headphone can be used with either a stereo mini-plug or a normal size plug. UPDATE 7/22/13 and 7/30/13: The Sony MDR-V6 and MDR-7506 headphones have just recently been reviewed by CNET, with similar comments to my own regarding the small differences in sound quality. Both headphones receive a very high recommendation from CNET. See the MDR-7506 review at [...] and the MDR-V6 review at [...] According to the specifications on Sony's website (which should be up-to-date), the only difference between the two headphones is frequency response: - MDR-7506: - Neodymium magnet, 40.0 mm driver, 10-20kHz frequency response, 63 Ohm impedance, 106 dB/W/m sensitivity - MDR-V6: - Neodymium magnet, 40.0 mm driver, 5-30kHz frequency response, 63 Ohm impedance, 106 dB/W/m sensitivity I am not able to explain how Sony is claiming different frequency response for the two headphones if all of the other specs are identical, but this is what they are saying. And I do believe that the two headphones have slightly different sound. Although there is a slight difference between the 7506 and V6, the sound from both headphones is very neutral. The "professional" choice between the two seems to be the 7506, and it is the more expensive model. If you read other reviews you will find that the 7506's are commonly used by studio engineers, because they are designed to reproduce the sound just as it is, without adding emphasis to the bass as some other headphones are designed to do. At this point, for me they are both excellent, and for thirty bucks less I'd go with the V6 if I could have only one of the two. I've been using these headphones with the Audioengine D1 24-bit digital-to-audio converter , and I am extremely pleased with the quality of the sound. As a final comment, some owners of these headphones comment that the ear pads wear out over time, and some owners also prefer different ear pads for better comfort. I also purchased a pair of Beyerdynamic EDT 250 Velour Padded Earcushions for this reason, and although I have not yet given them a try to compare them with the ear pads that come with the Sony headphones, I do like the fact that it is possible to fit different ear pads if desired in order to provide more comfort, as well as replace them when they have become worn (some owners use these headphones for many years). I notice that there are a very large number of reviewers for these headphones, many of them long-time owners who feel very strongly that these Sony headphones are the best. I'm just beginning to use them, but I have high hopes that they will be durable over time and that I will continue to be as satisfied with them as I am today.

I produce techno namely minimal techno so I was using other much more expensive headphones and decided to give these a try since they had a great review of been able to tackling the lower base sound of techno. I was a bit dubious being that these were priced so well, but I’ve had them for a little while now and for one thing, they’re super comfortable to wear over long periods, which for me is a must they have a great base which is far better than any of my expensive headphones the cable is good and I like the style of the headphone, especially the feel. It can handle loud volumes and the clarity is awesome. These may be on the lower end price wise but for me and my techno music they are a perfect fit highly recommend not just for beginners but producers looking for a great clear comfortable headphone that should last for a long time hopefully!

I have had a few of these over the years (Sony has made this model for over a quarter of a century!) and they have never failed to impress me. They have been a standard among professionals for decades and I still see people in radio, television and all forms of broadcasting, sound engineers on location, musicians in the studio, etc. using these headphones all the time to this day! You can easily find better headphones for LOTS more money but you won't find a better wired headphone than these made anywhere by anyone for under $100! They are surprisingly rugged in construction, and the sound they reproduce is extremely detailed and extremely revealing (they let you hear EVERYTHING, a major reason professionals recording sound for a living use them so often), and are quite affordable. And they also collapse down to a compact size for storage or transport in the supplied heavy duty carry-bag, one more reason why professionals capturing sound for a living so often swear by them. Because Sony got so much about them right (and they are STILL so popular among professionals) they have remained available unchanged or modified in any way for a quarter of a century and remain so today. I heard my first pair in a recording studio over two decades ago and was as so impressed by them I immediately purchased a pair for myself. I had to get them from a supplier of professional recording gear back then because retailers in those days only carried the lower end consumer version, the MDR-V6 (now discontinued), which had a SLIGHTLY warmer sound but with SLIGHTLY less clarity and detail. Back then the 7506s came in a clear plastic box with a satin covered (which looked like expensive silk) molded form for the headphones to sit in (the most beautiful packaging I have EVER seen a pair of headphones come in, even though I've purchased other headphones that sell for over $1000). None of my expensive headphones have ever arrived in such beautiful packaging (the box was practically a work of art). The included carry-bag used to be made of a very soft leather-like material, too. Now they arrive in a somewhat bland cardboard box and the carry-bag is of a thick woven nylon (or some similar material) which I'll admit is actually just as durable and functional in every way as the old carry-bag, and the headphones are still the same excellent classic from all those years back--the best wired headphones for under $100 you'll ever find. They have a mini-jack on the end of the partially coiled cable with a full-sized screw-on adaptor that is of very high quality included in the box. Screw the adapter on and it looks like a permanent fixture--like they came from the factory equipped with a full-sized headphone jack. These very compact over-the-ear headphones seal so well that even though they have no electronic sound cancellation (such things effect the sound quality, something to be avoided for PROFESSIONAL sound capture or recording use) they are never-the-less surprisingly good for passive headphones at isolating your ears from outside sounds. If you are looking for wired headphones under $100, look no further. These are the finest you will ever find!

I am hearing impaired and have loads of headphones and headsets, some of which are much better than others for me. I did a lot of research before I bought these Sony headphones because they were pricey and I wanted the best sound for my hearing loss. I lost all my high pitches so I need both volume and the ability to get crisp clear sound in order to make up for my deficits. After reading review after review of different headphones, I chose these. These have large ear cups which is great because I can wear them over my hearing aids without pain. Although I usually don't wear my aids with headphones due to feedback, when I do, smaller ear cups really hurt my ears due to the pressure of the aids against the headphones. These are comfortable with or without the aids and can be worn for extended periods of time without any problems. They have a long cord which is great for me. I often workout watching exercise videos on my computer and have to have headphones to hear the music/instruction. The longer cord gives me the ability to do that although I also use Bluetooth headphones to eliminate the wires all together. But the real winner here is the sound. It's so good. It's rich and full and music sounds so good that I can't believe it. However, for me, spoken words like podcasts and movies don't sound quite as good. That is due to the amount of bass in these headphones. For normal hearing people, the bass is a plus. For me, it sort of muddles speech. Still, I can use these to watch movies and they are only slightly less clear than my other favorite headphones by Turtle Beach. For music though, wow. Very, very good. My son who is an audiophile and has $300 headphones actually feels these headphones sound as good or even better than his and that's saying something. He says speech is crystal clear for him (He has normal hearing.) and the volume is way more than enough for any application. I also find it to be sufficient. I love the headphones for music and use them mostly to listen to music. I will also use them for other things but they really are made for music and they do a heck of job making each instrument stand out and creating a really pleasurable listening experience. That is rare for me since my hearing loss makes things sound flat and tinny a lot of the time. I am happy with these headphones for music and I can use them for other applications as well. I have had them for months and they have held up just fine. They're a bit bulkier than some other headphones but so worth it. Great sound.

Honestly a great pair of head phones with almost no downsides. They sound great, are super light, reliable almost no matter what the situation is, they’re great. Only problems I personally had was that they’re collapsible. Any time I try to put them on, it’s like trying to fight with them to get over my head. Once they’re on though, they’re not coming off. They’re nice and snug, and they don’t kill my ears after being on for an hour or two. The only other problem too was that not much bass comes through the headphones. I make music and the bass can be the most important part, so I’ll be over mixing the bass sometimes, and they’ll come out extra loud on my speakers. This can honestly be worked around once you know how to read audio levels visually rather than audibly. Even after all these years, these headphones hold up rather well.

First off, these were an impulse buy to use with the Orange Crush Mini guitar amp since the built in speaker kind of sucks. I wasn't really planning to use them for anything else, but curiosity got the better of me. I've had to edit this review a bit since my thoughts have changed with extensive testing and even some experimenting with two different DACs. The short version? Buy them. If you're on a tight budget and don't want to do any thorough research, these headphones WILL be revealing in ways that may not alway be appealing, which is precisely the point. They've been on the market since 1991 and easily beat a pair of modern hybrid IEMs that were twice the cost. First impressions: The Sony MDR-7506 seem well built for the price and are actually quite comfortable. They are lightweight with soft padding, and they don't seem to apply too much pressure at all. Your mileage may vary of course since I've got a smaller head, and some reviews have complained about their fit. I'm glad they include a 1/4" adapter but was surprised to find that it actually screws on. I've never seen that before, but it seems like a good idea since it won't come unplugged like a normal adapter, especially if the cable is stretched out. The adjustable band is marked with numbered shallow notches, but it seems there is not enough friction to keep the cans from sliding out of position with regular handling, so be sure to check the adjustment prior to each use. Bit of a letdown, but certainly not a deal breaker by any means. I love that the coiled cord is not too stiff or springy, but is quite flexible and will stretch out with great ease while still retracting to its original length when allowed. This is critical since the tiny guitar amp could otherwise tip over and get dragged right off the desk with a stiff cable. Every other coiled cable I've seen was so stiff it would pull the cans right off your head and would even retain a bit of stretch if pulled too hard for too long, but this one seems to be of high quality and should not put too much strain on the ends, which are weak points on any cable. Sound: Now for my entirely subjective and probably unreliable analysis of their sound. Apparently these do have some emphasis of the higher frequencies above 2kc according to frequency response graphs, which is good news for me. I should mention that I have severe auditory neuropathy which makes me deaf to everything from 10kc up, with severe loss starting at just 1kc. With the right set of phones and proper EQ, I can hear pure tones up to 8kc, but hearing loss is more complex than just boosting certain frequencies and there's not much more I can do without using some rather sophisticated DSP software on a laptop. With all that said, I've been using the Ikko Gems OH1S IEMs for the last four years, paired with the EarStudio ES100 MkII DAC which does have a built-in 10 band EQ but is sadly discontinued. Fearing the inevitable I've since upgraded to the Qudelix 5K DAC which is even more sophisticated with its 10 band true parametric EQ and was purchased just a day after these headphones. Settings on the Qudelix 5k are as follows with frequency, dB and Q values in that order. 31.5: 0, 1.414 63: -7.5, 1.0 125: -12, 0.7 250: -15, 0.7 500: -12, 0.7 2k: 2, 1.414 1k & 4k to 16k: 0, 1.414 I can hear quite a surprising portion of the highs, and it's remarkably smooth compared to the IEMs. This is unusual for dynamic drivers, but of course some detail is missing since balanced armatures are more suited to my hearing loss. Generally I'm leaning more towards the smoother sound of the Sony. There is no apparent emphasis in the lows or mids, which may be why I thought music was boring in these headphones. Over time as they're breaking in I'm finding this to be more than welcome. Nothing seems to stand out in a way that it shouldn't, unless the mix was made that way. The bass is simply phenomenal. Clean, clear and well articulated, it can be quite mild mannered or it can hit you like a hammer. The low end reaches quite deep but never sounds bloated or muddy. I've never heard so much variation in the bass between songs, and it really does make music more exciting. Overall clarity seems to be on another level compared to the IEMs. Instruments and vocals are all clearly distinct and well separated, and the sound stage can be kind of wild on some tracks, though I'm feeling this may be influenced in part by the DAC as well since there seems to be some difference between the ES100 and Qudelix 5k. Trying to do A/B testing is hard without two separate pairs of these headphones, but for the most part they appear to be even more capable of extracting musical details which otherwise might be lost in the mix. They can handle dense mixes with grace, keeping things well defined even when it gets pretty hairy. I thought using studio monitors for casual listening was supposed to suck, but if anything it's the exact opposite with these. Oh sure, they won't do any favors for bad mixes, I've heard it myself. But a good mix is actually more enjoyable on these phones with the right EQ settings. I just wish they had a balanced cable since the crosstalk on the Qudelix 5k is not the best for the 3.5mm port. Aside from that, I'm seriously considering buying a second pair just to have as a backup. They really are that good, even by my flawed hearing and limited abilities to correct it. I would highly recommend them for studios on any budget, and casual audiophiles who don't want to (or can't) spend a fortune on headphones.

The best headphones I own for gaming. The reasons: 1. The cord is thick and swirled for extension without breaking. 2. The amplify quite nicely when running through desktop speakers. 3. MOST IMPORTANTLY. They sound phenomenal to me. I am by no means an audiophile, but I have been through MANY headphones in my life and these are by FAR my favorite. 4. The speakers have not torn when I crank up the volume to full blast. They sound as good today as the day I purchased them. Those who like loud music are all too familiar with rattling speakers. Hasn't happened since I bought them......

I love these headphones. The sound is wonderful with deep clean bass and crisp highs. Individual instruments and vocals are clearly distinguishable, at times seeming to float around me. The ear pads fit snugly but comfortably, even with my glasses on. When combined with the closed back design of the headphones, outside sounds are strongly blocked, making it easier to fully enjoy the music. While the coiled cord is longer and heavier than I need for everyday use, it is only a minor issue for me, and it is better than being too short. The folding feature and the provided case are helpful for reducing storage space. While I realize that music and sound quality are subject to individual perception, I think that many people would enjoy these headphones if they are looking for a high quality pair.

J'ai récemment acheté le casque studio Sony MDR-7506 sur Amazon. Ce casque est devenu un incontournable dans l'industrie du son, et il est facile de comprendre pourquoi. Je suis extrêmement satisfait de mon achat La première chose qui a attiré mon attention est la construction solide du MDR-7506. Il est clair que Sony a conçu ce casque pour résister à une utilisation intensive. Les matériaux de qualité, les écouteurs pivotants et pliables ainsi que les coussinets d'oreille rembourrés garantissent un confort et une durabilité exceptionnels. En ce qui concerne la performance audio, le MDR-7506 ne déçoit pas. La clarté et la précision de la reproduction sonore sont tout simplement incroyables. Les basses sont profondes et bien définies, les médiums sont riches en détails et les aigus sont nets sans être agressifs. Cela fait du MDR-7506 un outil précieux pour les professionnels du son qui recherchent une reproduction sonore précise et équilibrée. De plus, le casque offre une excellente isolation phonique, ce qui est essentiel pour se concentrer sur les détails sonores pendant les sessions d'enregistrement, de mixage ou de mastering. Les bruits ambiants sont réduits au minimum, ce qui permet une immersion totale dans la musique ou le son que l'on écoute. Un autre aspect que j'apprécie du MDR-7506 est sa polyvalence. Il est compatible avec une large gamme d'appareils audio grâce à son câble détachable et à l'adaptateur jack 6,35 mm inclus. Que ce soit pour une utilisation avec une interface audio, une console de mixage ou un lecteur audio, ce casque s'adapte facilement à différentes configurations. Enfin, je dois souligner le confort exceptionnel du MDR-7506, même lors de longues sessions d'écoute. Les coussinets d'oreille doux et rembourrés répartissent bien la pression, ce qui permet de porter le casque pendant des heures sans inconfort. En conclusion, le Sony MDR-7506 est un casque studio exceptionnel qui mérite pleinement sa réputation dans l'industrie du son. Sa construction solide, sa reproduction sonore précise, son isolation phonique et son confort en font un choix incontournable pour les professionnels du son et les passionnés exigeants. Je recommande vivement le MDR-7506 à tous ceux qui recherchent une expérience d'écoute immersive et professionnelle.

Son buenos audífonos, el audio se oye como debe de ser, con diferentes tonos al mismo tiempo y no todo igual como con los audífonos baratos. El cable es robusto, pero blando, además, está en forma de espiral, lo cual puede sonar un punto negativo, pero es muy bueno porque así el cable no se estira y se desconecta o se descompone, aunque eso lo hace algo largo. Por cierto, viene con una bolsa para guardarlos y un adaptador. Lo malo es que tiene cables fuera de la diadema, al lado de los auriculares, y son muy pequeños, estéticamente se ven mal y se ven fáciles de romper.

Para usar como monitores de estudio van fenomenal. Colorean un poco en los agudos pero justamente puede ser conveniente para que destaquen los transitorios en medio de una interpretacion con sonido ambiente. No recomiendo para mezclar o masterizar. Tiene unos graves profundos con una pegada fenomenal en los subgraves. En general muy equilibrados en toda la gama de frecuencia, salvo como dije en los agudos que colorean un poco. Son muy comodos, sus almohadillas son agradables aunque suelen cuartearse con el sudor y el tiempo. Aislan bastante del ambiente y el acabado es de calidad. Tal vez me gustarian un poco mas robustos para un uso intensivo y con los cables de los auriculares ocultos pero Sony suele producir productos agradecidos con los cuidados y que duran bastante. Para mejorar trae un sistema de plegado y bolsa que van fenomenal cuando necesites guardarlos o desplazarte con ellos. Incorpora adaptador jack bañado en oro. He escuchado auriculares peores por 50€ mas, me parecen excelentes siempre que ronden los 100€. Si lo venden más caro hay otras opciones interesante.

Been using daily for 3 years for gaming, listening, mixing, and recording. Excellent sound clarity, a little less low-end than more commercial over-ears (like beats), but mids and highs come through with exceptional clarity for a very balanced sound that's great for mixing/recording and gives really clear audio for general uses like discord calls and streaming. Fantastic headphones overall - especially considering the price point. I have a pair of audiotechnicas and beats that are 1.5-2x the price and these are far and away my preferred headphones. I have a big head that causes some strain on most over-ear headphones over long-term use; if there's a load-bearing plastic component it will usually snap on me after a year or so. This model was no different - the plastic crescent just below the hinge joint that holds the ear casing gave out about 1.5 years in. Fortunately none of the wiring runs through the plastic weak points, so I was able to slap some epoxy on it to repair with no loss in audio quality. An easy fix, and realistically not an issue for someone with a normal-sized head.

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