Sony MDR-7506 Circumaural Closed-Back Professional Monitor Headphone

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  • B&H # SOMDR7506
  • Mfr# MDR-7506
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The MDR-7506 is a staple within the recording, film and live arenas. Due to its low impedance and closed ear design, the headphone does an outstanding job of cutting down background noise while providing plenty of volume in the studio or in the field. Additionally, the closed design helps eliminate "headphone bleed" when overdubbing in the studio.

The MDR-7506 is an around-the-ear design and is ideal for use with MIDI workstations, camcorders or other equipment with less than powerful headphone amplification. The headphone has a foldable design, making it convenient to store or transport.

Circumaural closed-back stereo headphone ideal for use in professional applications
40mm diameter drive units deliver deeper bass, lower distortion and wider dynamic range
Neodymium magnets for maximum energy and minimum size
Compact, foldable design
OFC cable and gold plated Unimatch plug provides both 1/8" mini-jack and 1/4"TRS phono connectivity
Type Circumaural, closed-back
Frequency Range 10 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance 63 Ohms
Sensitivity 104dB SPL/mW
Maximum Input Power 1000 mW
Connectors 1/8" stereo mini-jack, with 1/8" to 1/4" TRS phono adapter
Cable Length 10' (3 m)
Weight 7.8 oz (221 g)

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Sony MDR-7506 Circumaural Closed-Back Professional Monitor Headphone
 
4.7

(based on 413 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (314)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (89)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (6)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (3)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (1)

98%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (271)
  • Great sound (224)
  • Compact (204)
  • Lightweight (196)
  • Durable (189)

Cons

  • Too much ambient noise (9)
  • Unattractive design (9)
  • Flimsy construction (8)
  • Cord too short (5)
  • Not durable (5)

Best Uses

  • Music (178)
  • Home audio (169)
  • With my computer (153)
  • Portable devices (101)
  • Working (83)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Audiophile (94), Gear head (86), Experienced (70), School (32), Traveler (23)
    • Primary use:
    • Business (185), Personal (109)
    • Was this a gift?:
    • No (171), Yes (3)

Most Liked Positive Review

 

Good Work Headphones

I use these every day in my job. I work in the games industry, and I needed a pair of headphones with great audio quality for game dialogue. I also wanted headphones that could...Read complete review

I use these every day in my job. I work in the games industry, and I needed a pair of headphones with great audio quality for game dialogue. I also wanted headphones that could block out noise without noise-canceling technology. These headphones really help block out the noise around me - even better than my Bose noise-canceling headphones. When the Bose would cut out ambient noise, they voices around me were much more prominent. These effectively work as mufflers, helping to block out the ambient noise and the voices. The sound quality is also fantastic - I've heard things in dialogue (such as a tiny chair squeak) that others could not detect. These have been a great choice for work. They are also durable - I've dropped them a few times and dragged them along with my rolling chair and they still look new. They fold up, which is also handy and came with a carrying case. I only gave them four stars because I have a small head and the headband portion makes my head sore if they aren't in exactly the right position.

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Most Liked Negative Review

 

Slim profile

Slim profile allows you to use them while shooting hand held. Typical "Japaneses" sounding with somewhat overemphasized mid-range that helps you hear voice well but can drive you crazy with phantom mic rust...Read complete review

Slim profile allows you to use them while shooting hand held. Typical "Japaneses" sounding with somewhat overemphasized mid-range that helps you hear voice well but can drive you crazy with phantom mic rustling sound that seems to disappear in the edit room. I'm buying pair number 2 because first one bit the dust,cable problems. Not the most rugged pair for field work but OK enough.

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5.0

Sweet!

By Kuledud3

from Colorado

About Me Experienced

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Clear Sound
  • Compact
  • Durable
  • Easy To Use
  • Lightweight
  • Versatile

Cons

  • Can't think of any

Best Uses

  • Amateur Recording
  • Home Studio
  • Mobile DJ
  • Performances
  • Professional Recording

Comments about Sony MDR-7506 Circumaural Closed-Back Professional Monitor Headphone:

I bought these expecting something pretty good but not amazing... Well these are amazing. I was considering Beats br Dr. Dre.. No these sound just as good for a way cheaper price. If you are debating between beats, or any other over ear headphones for that matter, with these? Choose these, you will not regret.

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5.0

Sound Mixer's Best Friend

By Jake

from NYC

About Me Experienced

Verified Buyer

Pros

  • Clear Sound
  • Compact
  • Durable
  • Easy To Use
  • Lightweight

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Professional Recording

    Comments about Sony MDR-7506 Circumaural Closed-Back Professional Monitor Headphone:

    Used these on a shoot one weekend and bought a pair the next day. The difference between these and the phones I was using ($30 pair from a reputable company) was night and day. High quality and they fold up compactly to fit in my gear bag.

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    5.0

    Very comfortable for all-day use

    By MgFrobozz

    from Portland, Oregon

    About Me Experienced

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

      Cons

        Best Uses

          Comments about Sony MDR-7506 Circumaural Closed-Back Professional Monitor Headphone:

          I use this for audio monitoring all day in my job as a video/audio software engineer. It's the only set of phones that I can have on all day without (mechanically) irritating my ears. It provides excellent isolation from the high noise levels in our office, has a very even frequency response, and excellent dynamic range response. I had a pair of these (company-purchased) that I used for over 6 years at my old job, and the only problem was that the pads work out. I bought a new set of pads that were velour, and even more comfortable, and I'm considering those pads again even before the new pads wear out.

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          5.0

          SWEET

          By Buster

          from Hollywood,CA

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Clear Sound
          • Compact
          • Durable
          • Easy To Use
          • Lightweight
          • Versatile

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Professional Recording

            Comments about Sony MDR-7506 Circumaural Closed-Back Professional Monitor Headphone:

            Awesome headphones
            Great Sound

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            5.0

            Good Headphones

            By MusicGamer

            from Somewhere, TX

            About Me Novice

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Clear Sound
            • Compact
            • Easy To Use
            • Versatile

            Cons

            • Wish it had more bass

            Best Uses

            • Home Studio
            • Music
            • Professional Recording

            Comments about Sony MDR-7506 Circumaural Closed-Back Professional Monitor Headphone:

            • Very clean sound
            • Comfortable to wear for long periods
            • Gets very loud hooked up to my soundcard with built in headphone amp
            • I use for Music and PC Games
            • Folds up nice for traveling
            • Nice coil cord stretches long when needed
            • Good bang for the buck
            • High perceived quality… time will tell

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            4.0

            Solid Cans

            By Pdouc

            from tx

            About Me Experienced

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Clear Sound
            • Compact
            • Easy To Use
            • Lightweight
            • Versatile

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Amateur Recording
              • Events
              • Home Studio
              • Mobile DJ
              • Performances
              • Professional Recording

              Comments about Sony MDR-7506 Circumaural Closed-Back Professional Monitor Headphone:

              These headphones are great for mixing, and loud enough to cut through the noise in a live set.

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              4.0

              very good sound design

              By Louis

              from Montréal, canada

              About Me Experienced

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Clear Sound
              • Compact
              • Lightweight

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Home Studio
                • Professional Recording

                Comments about Sony MDR-7506 Circumaural Closed-Back Professional Monitor Headphone:

                I use this headphone every day. For me, they are the best headphone i heeard for the price !

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                5.0

                superb

                By AdiS

                from Portland, OR

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Clear Sound
                • Easy To Use
                • Lightweight

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Home Studio
                  • Professional Recording

                  Comments about Sony MDR-7506 Circumaural Closed-Back Professional Monitor Headphone:

                  Nothing much to say... superb quality audio, comfortable to use/wear, folded nicely to be put in the bag.

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                  5.0

                  Best Professional Value

                  By Travis

                  from Athens, Ga

                  About Me Experienced

                  Verified Reviewer

                  Pros

                  • Clear Sound
                  • Compact
                  • Easy To Use
                  • Lightweight
                  • Versatile

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Home Studio
                    • Professional Recording

                    Comments about Sony MDR-7506 Circumaural Closed-Back Professional Monitor Headphone:

                    Great sound quality. They sound very clear and provide a great range rather than the bass heavy sound that earbuds output.

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                    5.0

                    Loving these headphones!

                    By RRRobots

                    from Madison, WI

                    About Me Novice

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Clear Sound
                    • Comfortable
                    • Compact
                    • Durable

                    Cons

                    • none

                    Best Uses

                    • Listening to music

                    Comments about Sony MDR-7506 Circumaural Closed-Back Professional Monitor Headphone:

                    After dealing with some of the more stylish headphone brands that ended up sounding ok but falling apart fairly quickly, I decided to spend a bit more and give the MDR-7506's a go based on the hundreds of glowing reviews here and elsewhere.

                    I've had them for a couple weeks now and love them, these are by far the best headphones I have ever owned. Everything sounds crisp and clean, there's a decent amount of bass, but it's not overemphasized. I'm not as knowledgeable about the different aspects of audio as some reviewers here, but I can explain it this way; in the past I was constantly mucking around with the EQ in my player software, now I generally don't have to because things just sound "right".

                    The MDR-7506s are also darn comfortable. I bought a pair of Garfield earpad softies from the get-go, and with those on I haven't noticed much discomfort, even after extended use. The headband conforms to my skull well and adjusts easily. It's got kind of a ratchet thing going on, everything locks into place and stays that way- one side isn't slowly slipping down or anything like that.

                    The rest: the cord is plenty long, but coiled so it doesn't get in the way. Everything seems well made and sturdy- I don't feel like I have to handle the things with kid gloves (not that I'm throwing them around, either). The phones have a little hinge on each side so that they fold up nice, making them pretty compact for travel or whatever. I find myself liking the way they look more and more- they aren't stylish, but they are designed with kind of a perfect utility.

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                    5.0

                    Wow!!!!

                    By xBLACKMAM8Ax

                    from Pittsburgh, Pa

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                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Clear Sound
                    • Compact
                    • Easy To Use
                    • Lightweight

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                        Comments about Sony MDR-7506 Circumaural Closed-Back Professional Monitor Headphone:

                        I sold my Bose QC3's and decided to go with these after a good music producer friend of mine steered me toward these. I love the sound and they are very comfortable. The bass doesn't get distorted like the Bose and Beats By Dre. This set is the BEST BANG for the BUCK!!!!

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                        4.0

                        Nice Headphones

                        By Hutch Video

                        from Beaumont, TX

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                        Verified Buyer

                        Pros

                        • Clear Sound
                        • Easy To Use
                        • Versatile

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                          • Mobile DJ
                          • Professional Recording
                          • Video editing
                          • Video Production

                          Comments about Sony MDR-7506 Circumaural Closed-Back Professional Monitor Headphone:

                          I use these for video editing. Good, clean sound and comfortable to wear for long periods of time. The material that covers the padded earpieces seems to be coming loose after only using them a few times... I don't know if it is poor design or the way I handle them??? but that is the only problem I have had. Overall nice, professional product.

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                          5.0

                          Great Headphones

                          By Chris

                          from Orange county, CA

                          About Me Experienced

                          Verified Buyer

                          Pros

                          • Clear Sound
                          • Easy To Use
                          • Lightweight

                          Cons

                            Best Uses

                            • Editing video

                            Comments about Sony MDR-7506 Circumaural Closed-Back Professional Monitor Headphone:

                            I bought these headphones for work and I could not be happier. I do video work, and a lot of writing and to be honest I just needed something that I could wear all day without becoming uncomfortable. I'll be honest, I don't know much about sound, but the quality is great for me. The cord is long enough to reach where I need it to go and it doesn't get in the way. Great pair of headphones!

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                            5.0

                            Fantastic - Worth Every Penny

                            By Pandorasprojector

                            from New York City

                            About Me Experienced

                            Verified Buyer

                            Pros

                            • Clear Sound
                            • Durable
                            • Easy To Use

                            Cons

                              Best Uses

                              • Amateur Recording
                              • Home Studio
                              • Professional Recording

                              Comments about Sony MDR-7506 Circumaural Closed-Back Professional Monitor Headphone:

                              These are simply the best headphones I have every used for mixing and sound editing. The large earpad cover my ears completely and make wearing them for prolonged periods of time very comfortable. They give a true flat sound with no extra low end. Simply put these are excellent - no wonder they are the industry standard.

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                              5.0

                              A standard for a reason

                              By tim

                              from Berkeley, CA

                              About Me Professional Musician

                              Verified Buyer

                              Pros

                              • Compact
                              • Durable
                              • Easy To Use
                              • Lightweight
                              • Versatile

                              Cons

                                Best Uses

                                • Amateur Recording
                                • Events
                                • Home Studio
                                • Mobile DJ

                                Comments about Sony MDR-7506 Circumaural Closed-Back Professional Monitor Headphone:

                                The Sony MDR-7506 headphones are solid and useful kit that I wouldn't be caught without. They are rugged and reliable, and can endure a fair bit of abuse while still sounding pretty good. They aren't the most accurate or clean headphones available, but for production work they can't be beat, especially at their price.

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                                5.0

                                Six stars

                                By Jay

                                from NYC, NY

                                About Me Experienced

                                Verified Buyer

                                Pros

                                • Clear Sound
                                • Easy To Use
                                • Versatile

                                Cons

                                  Best Uses

                                  • Amateur Recording
                                  • Home Studio
                                  • Mobile DJ

                                  Comments about Sony MDR-7506 Circumaural Closed-Back Professional Monitor Headphone:

                                  Computer or MP3 player, they fit in any place, and they really do a good work.
                                  The sound is clear, you can perceive the details, you can distinguish beat.
                                  They are so good That I wish I could sleep with them and listen waves, because the quality sound is so good u think you re next the ocean.

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                                  5.0

                                  U would buy this product again

                                  By Facundo

                                  from Fairfield, CA

                                  About Me Experienced

                                  Verified Buyer

                                  Pros

                                  • Clear Sound
                                  • Durable
                                  • Easy To Use

                                  Cons

                                    Best Uses

                                    • Home Studio

                                    Comments about Sony MDR-7506 Circumaural Closed-Back Professional Monitor Headphone:

                                    I use my headphones when i work with video editions. It has nice sound and is confortable.

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                                    4.0

                                    Great service

                                    By AskPaul 1

                                    from Sylva, NC

                                    About Me Experienced

                                    Verified Buyer

                                    Pros

                                    • Clear Sound
                                    • Durable
                                    • Lightweight

                                    Cons

                                      Best Uses

                                      • Performances

                                      Comments about Sony MDR-7506 Circumaural Closed-Back Professional Monitor Headphone:

                                      Needed some replacement headsets and was very happy to find them here.

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                                      5.0

                                      IndustryStandard

                                      By Video Donh

                                      from Indianapolis

                                      About Me Experienced

                                      Verified Buyer

                                      Pros

                                      • Clear Sound
                                      • Compact
                                      • Durable
                                      • Easy To Use
                                      • Lightweight
                                      • Versatile

                                      Cons

                                        Best Uses

                                        • Field Audio
                                        • Professional Recording

                                        Comments about Sony MDR-7506 Circumaural Closed-Back Professional Monitor Headphone:

                                        As always B&H had the best price and promptly shipped

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                                        5.0

                                        Exellent Quality Headphones

                                        By Flt Girl

                                        from Winnipeg, MB

                                        About Me Novice

                                        Verified Buyer

                                        Pros

                                        • Clear Sound
                                        • Compact
                                        • Durable
                                        • Easy To Use
                                        • Lightweight
                                        • Versatile

                                        Cons

                                          Best Uses

                                          • Amateur Recording
                                          • Events
                                          • Home Studio
                                          • Mobile DJ
                                          • Performances
                                          • Professional Recording

                                          Comments about Sony MDR-7506 Circumaural Closed-Back Professional Monitor Headphone:

                                          Very happy with my purchase of the sony mdr-7506 headphones. It was delivered on time and was properly packaged and sustained no damage. These are the first pair of over-ear headphones I have bought. I use them to listen to music/movies on my computer. I find the sound crisp but also with full bass. The best of both worlds in my opinion. I would recommend this product to friends and family.

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