# GREQ's Headphone Measurements ## GREQ Reviews - Headphone Measurements - [GREQ Reviews - Headphone Frequency Response Graph Database](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/master.md): 681 frequency response graphs! (nice) - [Latest updates](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/latest-updates.md): For regular readers in case there are future additions or chages to this document - [Helpful Guides...](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/helpful-guides....md) - [Sony MDR-SA3000 Driver Repair](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/helpful-guides.../sony-mdr-sa3000-driver-repair.md): I repaired a dead Sony MDR-SA3000 driver. - [Sennheiser Momentum Ear Pad Repair](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/helpful-guides.../sennheiser-momentum-ear-pad-repair.md) - [Ear Pad Rolling For Noobs](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/helpful-guides.../ear-pad-rolling-for-noobs.md) - [๐Ÿค  Headphone Sins - Hats](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/helpful-guides.../headphone-sins-hats.md): Don't wear hats under your headphones. - [Burning-in Headphones](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/helpful-guides.../burning-in-headphones.md) - [Headphone Cable Guide](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/helpful-guides.../headphone-cable-guide.md) - [Donations, Requests and Suggestions](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/donations-requests-and-suggestions.md): Do you like what I am doing? Help add to the database - I am not sponsored - [๐Ÿ“ป Amplifier Graphs](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/amplifier-graphs.md) - [Fosi Audio SK01](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/amplifier-graphs/fosi-audio-sk01.md) - [Nobsound EQ9 (+HE-500)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/amplifier-graphs/nobsound-eq9-+he-500.md) - [๐ŸŒฎ Ear Pad Graphs](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/ear-pad-graphs.md) - [YAXI stPad2-LR](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/ear-pad-graphs/yaxi-stpad2-lr.md) - [๐Ÿฆ IEMs](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems.md) - [A9 Pro](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/a9-pro.md): Airpods clone with touch screen - [Apple Airpods Pro Gen 3](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/apple-airpods-pro-gen-3.md) - [Apple EarPods](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/apple-earpods.md) - [Atomic Floyd HiDefJax](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/atomic-floyd-hidefjax.md) - [Audio Technica AT-CKS50](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/audio-technica-at-cks50.md) - [Beyerdynamic DX 160 ie](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/beyerdynamic-dx-160-ie.md) - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ BLON](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/blon.md) - [BLON BL-03](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/blon/blon-bl-03.md): OPPOTY - [BLON BL-03II](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/blon/blon-bl-03ii.md) - [CCZ Harmony BC01 Pro](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/ccz-harmony-bc01-pro.md): Sounds much bassier to me. More than KE4. Also I don't hear the ear-gain peak at 5KHz at all. - [Condor Airline IEM](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/condor-iem.md): IEM given for free to flyers on Condor airline. The channel imbalance is due to driver inconsistency, not the fit :) - the 'King of Poop' ๐Ÿ’ฉ๐Ÿ’ฉ๐Ÿ’ฉ๐Ÿ’ฉ๐Ÿ’ฉ - [Elecom HS-ARMA30E](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/elecom-hs-arma30e.md) - [Etymotic SR3-SE](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/etymotic-sr3-se.md) - [Final Audio E4000](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/final-audio-e4000.md): An IEM that doesn't 'sound like an IEM' - [Fosi Audio IM4](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/fosi-audio-im4.md) - [HTC Max 300](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/htc-max-300.md): 6kHz peak appears to be a miniDSP EARS artefact. I don't hear it. - [Juzaudio Defiant](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/juzaudio-defiant.md) - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ JVC](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/jvc.md) - [JVC Gumy Plus HA-FX5](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/jvc/jvc-gumy-plus-ha-fx5.md) - [JVC HA-FW1800](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/jvc/jvc-ha-fw1800.md): Needs -5dB around 4-5KHz - [DROP + JVC HA-FWX1](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/jvc/drop-+-jvc-ha-fwx1.md): -5dB @5kHz is necessary - [JVC HA-FX45S](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/jvc/jvc-ha-fx45s.md): Not bad at all - [HA-FXZ200](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/jvc/ha-fxz200.md): No imbalance, just miniDSP EARS problems. It sounds balanced in the ear. - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ KBEAR](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/kbear.md) - [KB02](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/kbear/kb02.md) - [Cepheus KB16](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/kbear/cepheus-kb16.md) - [Tourbillon Pro](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/tourbillon-pro.md) - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ Kiwi Ears](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/kiwi-ears.md) - [Kiwi Ears Aether](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/kiwi-ears/kiwi-ears-aether.md) - [Kiwi Ears Airoso](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/kiwi-ears/kiwi-ears-airoso.md) - [Astral](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/kiwi-ears/astral.md) - [Kiwi Ears KE4](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/kiwi-ears/kiwi-ears-ke4.md) - [Kiwi Ears Orchestra Lite](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/kiwi-ears/kiwi-ears-orchestra-lite.md) - [Kiwi Ears Quintet](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/kiwi-ears/kiwi-ears-quintet.md): Quintet comes with 2 sets of tips. Wide-bore and Narrow-bore. - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ KZ](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/kz.md) - [KZ ATE](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/kz/kz-ate.md): It's OK'ish. - [KZ HBB PR2](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/kz/kz-hbb-pr2.md): No piercing treble. Great tuning. Almost flawless. :O - [KZ ZS10](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/kz/kz-zs10.md): Sounds thin and sharp - [KZ ZS10 + Jaybird foam tips](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/kz/kz-zs10/kz-zs10-+-jaybird-foam-tips.md): Should be half a diamond really. I just barely enjoy these. - [ZS12](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/kz/zs12.md) - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ Lethal Earsubs](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/lethal-earsubs.md) - [Lethal Earsubs 5556](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/lethal-earsubs/lethal-earsubs-5556.md) - [Lethal Earsubs 5557](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/lethal-earsubs/lethal-earsubs-5557.md) - [Metal Bullet Super Bass](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/metal-bullet-super-bass-iem.md): Cheap bassy IEMs with driver flex issues - [Monster ibeats](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/monster-ibeats.md) - [Moondrop Chu II](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/moondrop-chu-ii.md) - [NF Acous NM25](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/nf-acous-nm25.md) - [no name IEM](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/no-name-iem.md): Generic trash IEM - [One More Triple Driver](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/one-more-triple-driver.md) - [Philips SHE9900](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/philips-she9900.md): Great for quiet home/office - basically unusable outdoors since it sounds like there's no bass with surrounding city noises. - [Punch Audio - Martilo](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/punch-audio-martilo.md) - [QKZ AK6](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/qkz-ak6.md): 3 EUR garbage - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ Rose Technics](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/rose-technics.md) - [Rose Technics CERAMICS X](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/rose-technics/rose-technics-ceramics-x.md) - [Rose Technics EARFREE-i3](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/rose-technics/rose-technics-earfree-i3.md) - [Rose Technics EARFREE-i5](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/rose-technics/rose-technics-earfree-i5.md) - [Rose Technics QT-X](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/rose-technics/rose-technics-qt-x.md) - [Rose Technics Star City 5 Pro](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/rose-technics/rose-technics-star-city-5-pro.md) - [Samsung AKG "OEM IEM"](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/samsung-akg-oem-iem.md) - [Samsung AKG (fake product)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/samsung-akg-oem-iem/samsung-akg-fake-product.md) - [Satolex Tubomi DH298-A1](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/satolex-tubomi-dh298-a1.md) - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ Sennheiser](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/sennheiser.md) - [Sennheiser CX300 II](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/sennheiser/sennheiser-cx300-ii.md): Resolution is missing and tuning is quite wrong - [Sennheiser CX880i](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/sennheiser/sennheiser-cx880i.md): Good 'open' sound. - [Sennheiser CX890i](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/sennheiser/sennheiser-cx890i.md) - [Sennheiser Momentum M2 IEi](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/sennheiser/sennheiser-momentum-m2-iei.md): Ok, but not great. Cheap earbuds are better in most ways. - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ Shure](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/shure.md) - [Shure E2](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/shure/shure-e2.md) - [Shure SE-110](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/shure/shure-se-110.md) - [Shure SE-215](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/shure/shure-se-215.md) - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ Simgot](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/simgot.md) - [Simgot EA500LM](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/simgot/simgot-ea500lm.md) - [Simgot EA1000](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/simgot/simgot-ea1000.md) - [Simgot EM6L](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/simgot/simgot-em6l.md) - [Simgot EW300](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/simgot/simgot-ew300.md) - [Simgot Supermix 4](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/simgot/simgot-supermix-4.md) - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ Sony](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/sony.md) - [Sony IER-M7](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/sony/sony-ier-m7.md): Sub-bass wiggles are measurement artefacts - can be ignored - [Sony MDR-EX90LP + Vido drivers](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/sony/sony-mdr-ex90lp-+-vido-drivers.md) - [Sony MDR-XB55](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/sony/sony-mdr-xb55.md) - [Sony XBA-N3](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/sony/sony-xba-n3.md) - [SOUNDPEATS Air5 Pro+](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/soundpeats-air5-pro+.md): W-tuning - [Tanchjim](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/tanchjim.md) - [Nora](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/tanchjim/nora.md) - [Thai Airways - Free Economy Class IEM - 2023](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/thai-airways-free-economy-class-iem-2023.md) - [Thai Airways - Free Economy Class IEM - 2024](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/thai-airways-free-economy-class-iem-2024.md) - [Tipsy M1](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/tipsy-m1.md) - [TRUTHEAR x Crinacle ZERO:RED](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/truthear-x-crinacle-zero-red.md) - [Yamaha EPH-30BL](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/yamaha-eph-30bl.md) - [Ziigaat Horizon](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/iems/ziigaat-horizon.md) - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ Flathead Earbuds](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds.md) - [- Earbud Graphs with MODIFIED miniDSP EARS](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbud-graphs-with-modified-minidsp-ears.md): Dis is da wae - [AIWA HP-V22](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbud-graphs-with-modified-minidsp-ears/aiwa-hp-v22.md) - [Aiwa Sound GT (HP-V33)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbud-graphs-with-modified-minidsp-ears/aiwa-sound-gt-hp-v33.md) - [Aiwa HP-V35](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbud-graphs-with-modified-minidsp-ears/aiwa-hp-v35.md) - [AIWA HP-V151](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbud-graphs-with-modified-minidsp-ears/aiwa-hp-v151.md): (faulty - left side missing gold cap) - [AKG K315](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbud-graphs-with-modified-minidsp-ears/akg-k315.md) - [Audio Technica ATH-EC707](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbud-graphs-with-modified-minidsp-ears/audio-technica-ath-ec707.md): WTF... - [Audio Technica ATH-EM707](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbud-graphs-with-modified-minidsp-ears/audio-technica-ath-em707.md): o\_\_\_o - [Elega DR-E18](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbud-graphs-with-modified-minidsp-ears/elega-dr-e18.md) - [JVC HA-F105](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbud-graphs-with-modified-minidsp-ears/jvc-ha-f105.md) - [The Kube Black](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbud-graphs-with-modified-minidsp-ears/the-kube-black.md) - [The Kube Orange](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbud-graphs-with-modified-minidsp-ears/the-kube-orange.md) - [Sabia Elibuds V6](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbud-graphs-with-modified-minidsp-ears/sabia-elibuds-v6.md) - [Sabia Elibuds V6 - Mod Brass Shells](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbud-graphs-with-modified-minidsp-ears/sabia-elibuds-v6-mod-brass-shells.md) - [Sony MDR-E212](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbud-graphs-with-modified-minidsp-ears/sony-mdr-e212.md) - [Sony MDR-E272](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbud-graphs-with-modified-minidsp-ears/sony-mdr-e272.md): Right channel has bass distortion issues, otherwise its OK - [Sony MDR-E414](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbud-graphs-with-modified-minidsp-ears/sony-mdr-e414.md) - [Sony MDR-E557](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbud-graphs-with-modified-minidsp-ears/sony-mdr-e557.md) - [Sony MDR-E565](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbud-graphs-with-modified-minidsp-ears/sony-mdr-e565.md): :( - [Sony MDR-E868](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbud-graphs-with-modified-minidsp-ears/sony-mdr-e868.md) - [Sony MDR-E888](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbud-graphs-with-modified-minidsp-ears/sony-mdr-e888.md): Some channel imbalance on this copy, but it's not too severe. - [Trio KH-0.5](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbud-graphs-with-modified-minidsp-ears/trio-kh-0.5.md): Left channel was ruined from years of sweat corroding the voice coil - [Victor HP-V1](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbud-graphs-with-modified-minidsp-ears/victor-hp-v1.md) - [Vido (blue)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbud-graphs-with-modified-minidsp-ears/vido-blue.md) - [- (LEGACY GRAPHS - NOT COUNTED) Earbud Graphs with miniDSP EARS](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbuds.md) - [Aiwa HP-V22](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbuds/aiwa-hp-v22.md) - [Aiwa HP-V151](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbuds/aiwa-hp-v151.md) - [Aiwa HP-V551](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbuds/aiwa-hp-v551.md) - [ANN200](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbuds/ann200.md) - [Apple Earbuds (v2)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbuds/apple-earbuds-v2.md) - [Apple Earbuds (v2) + foam](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbuds/apple-earbuds-v2-+-foam.md) - [Cubu](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbuds/cubu.md) - [JVC HA-F105](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbuds/untitled-32.md) - [The Kube](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbuds/the-kube.md) - [The Kube eK2](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbuds/the-kube-ek2.md) - [LG SGEY0003721 + Vido drivers](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbuds/lg-sgey0003721-+-vido-drivers.md) - ['Mono Plug'](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbuds/mono-plug.md): Vintage Japanese single-sided mono 'plug' style bud/pod ... not quite an IEM, not quite an Earbud... and an absolute dumpster fire. - [Nokia HS47 + Vido drivers](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbuds/nokia-hs47-+-vido-drivers.md) - [Panasonic RP-HV377-S + Vido driver](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbuds/panasonic-rp-hv377-s-+-vido-driver.md) - [Sennheiser MX365](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbuds/sennheiser-mx365.md) - [Sennheiser MX365 + Vido drivers](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbuds/sennheiser-mx365-+-vido-drivers.md) - [Sabia V6](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbuds/sabia-v6.md) - [Sabia V6 Rose](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbuds/sabia-v6-rose.md) - [Sabia V6 Silver](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbuds/sabia-v6-silver.md) - [Samlike Retro](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbuds/samlike-retro.md): Cheap earbuds - [Samlike Retro + Vido drivers](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbuds/samlike-retro-+-vido-drivers.md): Can't polish a turd - [Vido](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbuds/vido.md) - [Vido - Modified](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/flathead-earbuds/earbuds/vido-modified.md) - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ Aiwa](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/aiwa.md) - [HP-T10](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/aiwa/hp-t10.md) - [HP-X1000 + Shure SRH840 Ear pad](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/aiwa/aiwa-hp-x1000.md): + Shure SRH840 ear pads (best fit and sound) - [Aiwa HP-X1000 - minus Mica-composite domes ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/aiwa/aiwa-hp-x1000/aiwa-hp-x1000-minus-mica-composite-domes.md) - [Akai ASE-65](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/akai-ase-65.md) - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ AKG](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/akg.md) - [AKG K1](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/akg/akg-k1.md): Reliable measurements are difficult to achieve with all on-ear foam headphones.. but this isn't too inaccurate - [AKG K36/1](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/akg/akg-k36-1.md) - [AKG K4](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/akg/akg-k4.md) - [AKG K140](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/akg/akg-k140.md): Low accuracy measurement due to sealing problems with old ear pads - [AKG K141 (+over-ear pads)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/akg/akg-k141-+over-ear-pads.md): Original silver version - [AKG K141 Monitor](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/akg/akg-k141-monitor.md) - [AKG K240 Sextett](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/akg/akg-k240-sextett.md) - [AKG K240 DF](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/akg/akg-k240-df.md): Measurement taken with old crumbly stock foam (probably quite close to old stock measurement) - [AKG K271 MKII](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/akg/akg-k271-mkii.md) - [AKG K340](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/akg/akg-k340.md) - [AKG K340 + SRH840 Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/akg/akg-k340/akg-k340-+-srh840-pads.md): These pads actually do fit and make fair substitutes. - [AKG K340 + Kennerton Odin Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/akg/akg-k340/akg-k340-+-kennerton-odin-pads.md): These pads do not fit, but the concept of fenestrated, angled leather pads works fabulously with this headphone. - [AKG K450](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/akg/akg-k450.md) - [AKG K501](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/akg/akg-k501.md): The hype is real. Unfortunately missing sub-bass. - [AKG K501 - Foam Mod](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/akg/akg-k501/akg-k501-foam-mod.md) - [AKG K501 - Stock vs. Foam Mod](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/akg/akg-k501/akg-k501-stock-vs.-foam-mod.md): Normal urethane driver-front damping foam - installed under the pads - [AKG K518LE](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/akg/akg-k518le.md) - [AKG K530](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/akg/akg-k530.md) - [AKG K551](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/akg/akg-k551.md): Foam insert is just a circle of urethane over the driver to attenuate some treble - [AKG K551 + foam spacer](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/akg/akg-k551-+-foam-spacer.md) - [AKG K551 + Ori pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/akg/akg-k551-+-foam-spacer/akg-k551-+-ori-pads.md): Aftermarket Ori pads used, plus 2 small foam ovals in front of the driver to bring treble down a touch - [AKG K612 Pro](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/akg/akg-k612-pro.md) - [AKG K1000](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/akg/akg-k1000.md) - [AKG Y50](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/akg/akg-y50.md) - [Allen Ribbon Headphone](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/allen-ribbon-headphone.md): The included cable amp is dreadful - [Alpha Electronics](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/alpha-electronics.md) - [Altiat Cal.1H - Velour Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/altiat-cal.1h-velour-pads.md) - [Cal.1H - Tuning Puck Removed](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/altiat-cal.1h-velour-pads/cal.1h-tuning-puck-removed.md): Hotter treble, less subbass. More perceived detail, but overall 'performance' is kinda ruined. - [Cal.1H + Geekria Comfort Mesh Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/altiat-cal.1h-velour-pads/cal.1h-+-geekria-comfort-mesh-pads.md) - [Audeze Maxwell](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/audeze-maxwell.md): I've never heard a full size headphone with such a tiny soundstage. - [Audeze Maxwell + Wicked Cushions Freeze Cooling Gel Ear Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/audeze-maxwell/audeze-maxwell-+-wicked-cushions-freeze-cooling-gel-ear-pads.md): Bass is reduced compared to stock pads - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ Audio Interu](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/audio-interu.md) - [Dencho-Ken DH-1](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/audio-interu/dencho-ken-dh-1.md) - [Dencho-ken EXH-313](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/audio-interu/dencho-ken-exh-313.md) - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ AUDIO TECHNICA](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/audio-technica.md) - [AT-705](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/audio-technica/at-705.md): Measured with Skarkoon Rush Core pads - despite the problem, the sound is mostly fine, kind of - [ATH-A10 (dirty driver)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/audio-technica/ath-a10-dirty-driver.md): A thick layer of dust and dirt on the diaphragm totally kills the bass!! - [ATH-A10 Anniversary](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/audio-technica/ath-a10-anniversary.md) - [ATH-A900](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/audio-technica/ath-a900.md) - [ATH-AD2000](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/audio-technica/ath-ad2000.md) - [ATH-AD2000 + HPA2000Z Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/audio-technica/ath-ad2000/ath-ad2000-+-hpa2000z-pads.md) - [ATH-AD2000 + Aftermarket Velour Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/audio-technica/ath-ad2000/ath-ad2000-+-aftermarket-velour-pads.md) - [ATH-EM7X](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/audio-technica/ath-em7x.md) - [ATH-ES10](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/audio-technica/ath-es10.md) - [ATH-M20](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/audio-technica/audio-technica-ath-m20.md): Original version with rounded cups - [ATH-909](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/audio-technica/ath-909.md) - [ATH-W10VTG Vintage](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/audio-technica/ath-w10vtg-vintage.md): With brand new pads - [Magic Listening Hyper Training Phone for the DC Sound](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/audio-technica/magic-listening-hyper-training-phone-for-the-dc-sound.md) - [Austrian Audio Hi-X55](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/austrian-audio-hi-x55.md) - [Axent Wear Cat Ear Headphones ๐Ÿฑ - Modified](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/axent-wear-cat-ear-headphones-modified.md) - [Bandridge Double Drive EH910DD](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/bandridge-double-drive-eh910dd.md) - [Bandridge Double Drive EH910DD new caps](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/bandridge-double-drive-eh910dd/bandridge-double-drive-eh910dd-new-caps.md): New higher-end capacitors implemented. This did seem to smooth out the response incrementally. - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ BEYERDYNAMIC](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/beyerdynamic.md) - [DT 211](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/beyerdynamic/dt-211.md) - [DT330 MKII](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/beyerdynamic/beyerdynamic-dt330-mkii.md) - [DT330 'MK3' (Modified๐Ÿ› ๏ธ)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/beyerdynamic/beyerdynamic-dt330-mkii/beyerdynamic-dt330-mkii-modified.md) - [DT330 MKII + DT770 Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/beyerdynamic/beyerdynamic-dt330-mkii/beyerdynamic-dt330-mkii-modified/beyerdynamic-dt330-mkii-+-dt770-pads.md) - [DT48 5 ohm](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/beyerdynamic/dt48-5-ohm.md): These are the more modern blue/red ones. - [DT48 ORTF 25 ohm](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/beyerdynamic/dt48-ortf-25-ohm.md): Very old version. - [DT480 Sound Juwel - Original Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/beyerdynamic/dt480-sound-juwel-original-pads.md) - [DT480 + EDT 100 S Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/beyerdynamic/dt480-sound-juwel-original-pads/dt480-+-edt-100-s-pads.md) - [DT480 + EDT 100 T Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/beyerdynamic/dt480-sound-juwel-original-pads/dt480-+-edt-100-t-pads.md) - [DT530 (new + DIY foam)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/beyerdynamic/dt530-new-+-diy-foam.md): - internal foam is STOCK - new pad foams (close to stock) - [DT550 (Gold)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/beyerdynamic/dt550-gold.md): Added new felt = much better than foam (check nested graphs for foam versions) - [DT550 (Gold) - With new foam, minus original felt](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/beyerdynamic/dt550-gold/dt550-gold-with-new-foam-minus-original-felt.md): Previous owner removed original felt = disaster - [DT550 (Silver) + Denon D2/5/7K Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/beyerdynamic/dt550-silver-+-denon-d2-5-7k-pads.md): Black/Silver version - [DT770 32 Ohm](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/beyerdynamic/dt770-32-ohm.md): - Faulty left channel - [DT770 Pro 80 ohm](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/beyerdynamic/dt770-pro-80-ohm.md): A legendary headphone in it's price range. - [DT770 600 Ohm](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/beyerdynamic/beyerdynamic-dt770-600-ohm.md) - [DT790 + Vented like DT770](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/beyerdynamic/untitled-60.md): With DT770 Pads - [DT790 + DT770 250 ohm drivers + extra Thermolam damping layer](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/beyerdynamic/untitled-60/dt790-+-dt770-250-ohm-drivers-+-extra-thermolam-damping-layer.md): I guess there are some 'neutralheads' who would love this. It's OK. - [DT790 + new velours](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/beyerdynamic/untitled-60/untitled-61.md): same modified headphone with different pads - [DT790 + ATH-R70x Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/beyerdynamic/untitled-60/beyerdynamic-dt790-+-ath-r70x-pads.md): Good example of how a good set of pads can ruin the tonal response - see 6KHz dip and 8KHz peak. Ouch. - [DT860](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/beyerdynamic/dt860.md): It's fine, but needs a bit of EQ; low treble shelf, high bass shelf. - [DT880](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/beyerdynamic/dt880.md): Original 1980 - Sample 1 / (1980) Sample 2 / HE-500 Pad (on sample 2) - [DT880 + HE-500 Pleather pad](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/beyerdynamic/dt880/dt880-+-he-500-pleather-pad.md) - [DT880M + EF880M](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/beyerdynamic/untitled-59.md) - [DT880M](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/beyerdynamic/untitled-59/untitled-58.md) - [DT880M with vs. without EF880M](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/beyerdynamic/untitled-59/dt880m-with-vs.-without-ef880m.md) - [DT880M + EF880M + New pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/beyerdynamic/untitled-59/beyerdynamic-dt880m-+-ef880m-+-new-silver-pads.md): New silver pads are actually older broken-in pads - the age of the pads makes a slight difference to the sound. - [DT990](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/beyerdynamic/dt990.md) - [DT990 (1988) + HifimanVelour Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/beyerdynamic/dt990/untitled-57.md) - [DT990 (1988) + SHP2000 Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/beyerdynamic/dt990/untitled-56.md) - [MMX300](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/beyerdynamic/mmx300.md): A little spicy, also left side is affected by microphone. - [T51p](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/beyerdynamic/t51p.md): Ignore the channel imbalance and a little missing sub-bass. - [Boots H3750](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/boots-h3750.md) - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ BOSE](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/bose.md) - [QC3 (Passive Mod)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/bose/qc3-passive-mod.md): Electronics bypassed and EMF shields removed from microphones for less interference with driver. - [QC15](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/bose/qc15.md) - [QC25 - NC On](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/bose/bose-qc25-nc-on.md): Aside from the lack of treble energy, not too bad at all. - [QC25 - NC Off](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/bose/bose-qc25-nc-on/bose-qc25-nc-off.md) - [Combatwing M180 PRO](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/combatwing-m180-pro.md) - [Creative Auvana Live!](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/untitled-54.md): Recurring 'blip' around 70Hz appears to be an E.A.R.S. artefact. - [Denon AH-D950](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/untitled-52.md) - [Denon AH-D950 + MDR-Z1000 Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/untitled-52/untitled-53.md): Proof of concept of excellent replacement pad. Sound is a bit dull and small. - [Dero Modell D-500](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/untitled-51.md) - [Dual DK830](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/dual-dk830.md): Refurbished internal foams and brand new stock pads - [DK830 + SRH840 Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/dual-dk830/dk830-+-srh840-pads.md): These pads are a viable alternative - [Dynatron SP6 - OEM of Peerless PMB-6 + AKG K619 ear pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/untitled-50.md) - [Echo TDS-16](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/echo-tds-16.md) - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ Elecom](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/elecom.md) - [EHP-VROS310 (VR)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/elecom/untitled-49.md) - [HS-ARMA100BK](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/elecom/hs-arma100bk.md): 0\_\_0.... okay.... - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ Elega](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/elega.md) - [CR-1070C](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/elega/cr-1070c.md): Added extra smoothing for better readability - [DR-59C](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/elega/elega-dr-59c.md) - [DR-119C](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/elega/dr-119c.md) - [FR-901C](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/elega/fr-901c.md) - [ES-Lab ES-2a](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/es-lab-es-2a.md) - [Eurochannels EH-520](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/eurochannels-eh-520.md): Horrid resolution - [Exibel MHX70](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/exibel-mhx70.md) - [Fosi Audio i5](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/fosi-audio-i5.md) - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ FOSTEX](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/fostex.md) - [T10](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/fostex/untitled-48.md): Lightly modded internal cup damping. Stock pads. - [T20RP + aftermarket pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/fostex/t20rp-+-aftermarket-pads.md) - [T30](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/fostex/t30.md): The loose measurement is only for ultra purists who would rather measure things incorrectly than how we would hear things. - [T40RP mkII - Modified](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/fostex/fostex-t40rp-mkii-modified.md): Sounds like you're having a sub-woofer party in a closet. - [T50RPmk4G](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/fostex/t50rpmk4g.md) - [TH808](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/fostex/th808.md) - [TH808 without baffle foam](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/fostex/th808/th808-without-baffle-foam.md): Just in case you were wondering how much heavy-lifting this foam actually does. - [TH900mk2](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/fostex/th900mk2.md) - [Grado](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/grado.md) - [RS2e - Various Aftermarket Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/grado/rs2e-various-aftermarket-pads.md): Ranked in order from top to bottom - DIY pads could switch to 2nd place depending on music. Fake Dekoni pads are a dumpster fire - [SR80 - Modified](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/grado/untitled-47.md): Heavily Modified - 2 Driver Vents Opened, DIY double-layer foam pads. Original SR80 before 'i' and 'e' versions. - [SR80 - Modified + aftermarket G-Cush Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/grado/untitled-47/sr80-modified-+-aftermarket-g-cush-pads.md): Low treble hell - [Grundig GDHS 224](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/grundig-gdhs-224.md): Measured as stock with old white fabric pads - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ HIFIMAN](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/hifiman.md) - [DEVA Pro](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/hifiman/deva-pro.md) - [HE-400](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/hifiman/untitled-44.md): Stock HE-400 is actually a really horrible headphone. Ghastly tuning. - [HE-400 + Denon Pads + Thermolam disk (ear-side)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/hifiman/untitled-44/untitled-45.md) - [HE-400 + Denon D2/5/7K Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/hifiman/untitled-44/untitled-46.md) - [HE-500](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/hifiman/untitled-41.md): Original velour pads still beat almost all other pads. Anything pleather/leather will do bad things. These headphones NEED velour or fabric pads. - [HE-500 + Wang Yifei Hifiman Velour Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/hifiman/untitled-41/he-500-+-wang-yifei-hifiman-velour-pads.md): Perfect tuning and the most comfortable ear pad I've ever used on the HE-500. I can finally give a 100% full recommendation on a HE-500 ear pad. - [HE-500 + Aftermarket HE-560 Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/hifiman/untitled-41/he-500-+-aftermarket-he-560-pads.md): Basically perfect sound. Pads could be more comfortable. - [HE-500 + Pali Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/hifiman/untitled-41/he-500-+-pali-pads.md): Gives a very technically neutral sound but lacks enjoyment. Too purist. Some will love this. - [HE-500 + Modified AKG K551 pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/hifiman/untitled-41/hifiman-he-500-+-modified-akg-k551-pads.md): A viable option. - [HE-500 + DIY Ear Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/hifiman/untitled-41/untitled-42.md): Hand-stitched pads made of pleather and velvety fabric. Great tonality, but tiny soundstage and lacking airiness. - [HE-500 + 115mm Pads + Mods](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/hifiman/untitled-41/untitled-43.md): Over-sized aftermarket pads... 'air' is very much dead when using these pads though. Typical of pleather/leather pads with this headphone. Bass is truly excellent though. - [HE-500 + Aftermarket HE-500 pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/hifiman/untitled-41/he-500-+-aftermarket-he-500-pads.md): Rise at 1kHz is not good. Sound is slower and thick. Not airy. - [Hifiman HE-500 + Focus Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/hifiman/untitled-41/hifiman-he-500-+-focus-pads.md): Meh. Sounds a bit stale. Would not recommend. - [HE-6](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/hifiman/he-6.md): Original 4-Screw Version - [HE-6 + Pali Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/hifiman/he-6/he-6-+-pali-pads.md): Lacks a TINY amount dynamics and imaging, but mostly resolves treble spiciness. Recommended alternative. - [HE-6 + Modified AKG K551 Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/hifiman/he-6/he-6-+-modified-akg-k551-pads.md): Almost no deviation from stock FR and presentation, and more comfortable. - [HE-6 + Aftermarket HE-560 Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/hifiman/he-6/he-6-+-aftermarket-he-560-pads.md): Very poor compatitility with this pad. Not recommended. Dynamics and treble quality are ruined. Sounds 'boring'. Still gets 4 stars for almost reference tuning. - [HORNYPHON 6320 ๐Ÿ”ฅ๐ŸŒถ๏ธ๐Ÿฅต](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/hornyphon-6320.md): Philips N6320 OEM - [Hosiden DH-450-S](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/hosiden-dh-450-s.md) - [HyperX Cloud 2](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/hyperx-cloud-2.md): Tiny soundstage, mostly fine with acceptable detail, but 100-200hz bump ruins the mids. - [Izumi CIS-330](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/izumi-cis-330.md): Vintage Japanese headphone - [Jabra](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jabra.md) - [Evolve2 30SE](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jabra/evolve2-30se.md): Shockingly not awful. I bet the average office worker would think these are great. - [Evolve 40](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jabra/evolve-40.md): Sounds like a CHEAP average VINTAGE headphone. - [Jamo (Fostex T30 variant) + Sharkoon Rush Core pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/untitled-39.md): Smooth - [Jamo (Fostex T30 variant) + aftermarket ATH-M50 pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/untitled-39/untitled-40.md): Aftermarket pads often have poor consistency in bass sealing ability, or other tonality differences caused by variances in manufacturing. - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ JVC](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc.md) - [HA-SR85S ร‰snsy + DIY pleather pads + earside foam layer](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/untitled-38.md): Almost identical FR graph as Sony MDR-V900, but bassier - [HA-SR85S ร‰snsy + DIY pleather pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/untitled-38/untitled-37.md): Without foam, upper mids get a bit out of hand - [HA-D700 + MDR Z1000 pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/jvc-ha-d700-+mdr-z1000-pads.md): Original pads were too degraded to make a measurement. These aftermarket pads sound the best with this headphone. - [HA-D810 + Aftermarket SRH840 pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/untitled-36.md): Old pads unavailable. After market SRH840 pads are most similar. - [HA-D990 + Aftermarket SHR840 pads and new earside foam](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/untitled-35.md) - [HA-D1000](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/untitled-34.md) - [HA-DX3](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/ha-dx3.md): Every family has that one strange relative. - [HA-DX3 - Driver 'magnet' damping removed](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/ha-dx3/ha-dx3-driver-magnet-damping-removed.md): Finally actually listenable - [HA-DX1000](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/untitled-33.md): Measured with brand new genuine ear pads - [HA-M1000 + Aftermarket SRH-840 Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/untitled-31.md) - [HA-MR77X](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/jvc-ha-mr77x.md) - [HA-MX10-B + Aftermarket MDR-Z1000 Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/ha-mx10-b-+-aftermarket-mdr-z1000-pads.md): Basically an improved MDR-CD900ST - [HA-MX100-Z](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/untitled-29.md) - [JVC HA-MX100-Z + Edifier W820BT Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/untitled-29/jvc-ha-mx100-z-+-edifier-w820bt-pads.md): This is the one - [JVC HA-MX100-Z + MDR-Z1000 Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/untitled-29/untitled-30.md) - [JVC HA-MX100-Z - Z1000 Pad/Grey VS. W820BT Pad/Green](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/untitled-29/jvc-ha-mx100-z-z1000-pad-grey-vs.-w820bt-pad-green.md) - [HA-RX700 (one side faulty)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/untitled-28.md) - [HA-RX700 + Peerless HPD-50N25PR00-32 Paper dome driver](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/untitled-28/untitled-27.md): Too warm - [HA-S770-W](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/untitled-26.md): Low-end, bass-heavy. Somewhat tasteful but quite bloated. - [HA-S770-W (copy 2)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/untitled-26/ha-s770-w-copy-2.md) - [HA-S770-W (copy 2) Modified](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/untitled-26/ha-s770-w-copy-2-modified.md): Added damping to bring down all bass by about 5dB - [HA-SD7](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/ha-sd7.md): Null value at 4.2KHz is audible this time, not a miniDSP EARS artefact - [HA-SW01](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/ha-sw01.md) - [HA-SW01 + Brainwavs Angled Pleather pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/ha-sw01/ha-sw01-+-brainwavs-angled-pleather-pads.md): High-end bass head sound. - [JVC HA-SW01 + Brainwavz Hybrid aftermarket pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/ha-sw01/jvc-ha-sw01-+-brainwavz-hybrid-aftermarket-pads.md): Cheap aftermarket clone pads - [JVC HA-SW01 + Leather MDR-V6/MDR-CD990ST Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/ha-sw01/jvc-ha-sw01-+-leather-mdr-v6-mdr-cd990st-pads.md): These pads are VERY close to stock signature, but better. - [JVC HA-SW01 + SRH840 pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/ha-sw01/jvc-ha-sw01-+-srh840-pads.md): Aftermarket Shure SRH840 pads - [JVC HA-SW01 + Wewom pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/ha-sw01/jvc-ha-sw01-+-wewom-pads.md) - [JVC HA-SW01 + ebay SW02 Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/ha-sw01/jvc-ha-sw01-+-ebay-sw02-pads.md): Appears to be the same or almost same pad as YDYBZB pad - [JVC HA-SW01 + YAXI stPad2-LR](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/ha-sw01/jvc-ha-sw01-+-yaxi-stpad2-lr.md) - [JVC HA-SW01 + YDYBZB pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/ha-sw01/jvc-ha-sw01-+-ydybzb-pads.md): Elevates bass slightly while preserving treble - [HA-SZ2000 + generic aftermarket pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/ha-sz2000-+-generic-aftermarket-pads.md): The worst headphone. But the best and only real sub-woofer quality bass. - [HA-SZ2000 - Z Series vs. Live Beat + Leather VB630 Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/ha-sz2000-+-generic-aftermarket-pads/ha-sz2000-z-series-vs.-live-beat-+-leather-vb630-pads.md): Red = Z series / Blue = Live Beat = They're basically the same so don't worry. - [HA-SZ2000 + generic aftermarket pads + EQ Profile](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/ha-sz2000-+-generic-aftermarket-pads/ha-sz2000-+-generic-aftermarket-pads-+-eq-profile.md): My current EQ settings using Equalizer APO and PeaceUI - [HA-SZ2000 + Aftermarket Leather HD630VB Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/ha-sz2000-+-generic-aftermarket-pads/ha-sz2000-+-aftermarket-leather-hd630vb-pads.md) - [HA-SZ2000 + Aftermarket Leather HD630VB Pads + EQ](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/ha-sz2000-+-generic-aftermarket-pads/ha-sz2000-+-aftermarket-leather-hd630vb-pads-+-eq.md) - [HP-660](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/hp-660.md) - [Victor HP-D900 + Aftermarket RS195 Pleather Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/victor-hp-d900-+-aftermarket-rs195-pleather-pads.md) - [Victor HP-D900 + Aftermarket RS195 Leather Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/victor-hp-d900-+-aftermarket-rs195-pleather-pads/victor-hp-d900-+-aftermarket-rs195-leather-pads.md): Deeper than pleather pads. More V-shaped. - [Victor HP-D900 + Aftermarket SRH840 Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/victor-hp-d900-+-aftermarket-rs195-pleather-pads/jvc-victor-hp-d900-+-srh840-pads.md) - [HP-1000](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/hp-1000.md) - [HP-1100](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/hp-1100.md) - [HP-D90](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/hp-d90.md) - [STH10-E](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/jvc/untitled-25.md): Paper-cone vintage - [Kaldas Research](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/kaldas-research.md) - [RR1 Conquest](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/kaldas-research/rr1-conquest.md) - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ Kiwi Ears](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/kiwi-ears.md) - [Altruva](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/kiwi-ears/altruva.md) - [Atheia](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/kiwi-ears/atheia.md) - [Division](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/kiwi-ears/division.md) - [Ellipse](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/kiwi-ears/ellipse.md) - [Serene](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/kiwi-ears/serene.md) - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ KOSS](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/koss.md) - [1010 Heritage](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/koss/1010-heritage.md) - [HV/99 (Interfunk)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/koss/hv-99-interfunk.md): Dayum... Should be less bassy with stock foam. But this is fun too. - [HV/X](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/koss/hv-x.md) - [K/6X Plus + On Ear Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/koss/k-6x-plus-+-on-ear-pads.md): It's something - [K/6X Plus + Aftermarket MDR-1A Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/koss/k-6x-plus-+-on-ear-pads/k-6x-plus-+-aftermarket-mdr-1a-pads.md) - [K6/LC](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/koss/k6-lc.md) - [KO/747](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/koss/ko-747.md) - [Porta Pro](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/koss/koss-porta-pro.md) - [Pro/450](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/koss/pro-450.md) - [Pro4/AA](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/koss/pro4-aa.md): Old deflated pads create a VERY unreliable graph - [Koss Pro4/AA + pressure applied](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/koss/pro4-aa/koss-pro4-aa-+-pressure-applied.md): Artificial pressure applied with elastic to force a strong bass seal between pads and silicone ears - [Pro4/AA + Fostex T50RPmkII Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/koss/pro4-aa/pro4-aa-+-fostex-t50rpmkii-pads.md): Much more reliable graph, and almost no deviation from pressurized stock pad sound. - [Tech/2](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/koss/tech-2.md) - [Kyoto H233](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/kyoto-h233.md) - [Lasmex H120](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/untitled-23.md) - [Lasmex H120 + Bose QC15 Drivers](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/untitled-23/lasmex-h120-+-bose-qc15-drivers.md): Actually not bad. - [Lasmex H120 + Damping Mods](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/untitled-23/untitled-24.md): Sometimes too warm. - [Lasmex H120 - Driver Mod](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/untitled-23/lasmex-h120-modified.md): Drivers replaced with Magnat LZR-980 drivers + 0.3g of Twaron Angel Hair damping - [Lazerbuilt Minions](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/lazerbuilt-minions.md): Extremely narrow bandwidth and low resolution. It's not 'muddy' but earthen. - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ LOGITECH](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/logitech.md) - [G432](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/logitech/g432.md) - [G435](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/logitech/g435.md) - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ MAGNAT](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/magnat.md) - [Magnat LZR-765](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/magnat/magnat-lzr-765.md) - [Magnat LZR-980](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/magnat/magnat-lzr-980.md): 3.8kHz dip is actually somewhat audible this time... not just an EARS artefact. - [Marantz SD-5](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/marantz-sd-5.md) - [MB Electronic K600](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/mb-k600.md) - [MB Quart Quartphone 200](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/mb-quart-quartphone-200.md) - [Meze Audio 105 AER](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/meze-audio-105-aer.md) - [Mirph Designs MIRPH-1](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/mirph-designs-mirph-1.md): MIRPH! - [Monacor CD Laser Stereo-Kopfhoerer MD-4000 Best. Nr. 22.0080](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/monacor-cd-laser-stereo-kopfhoerer-md-4000-best.-nr.-22.0080.md): Monacor CD Laser Stereo-Kopfhoerer MD-4000 Best. Nr. 22.0080 - [Monacor CD Laser Stereo-Kopfhoerer MD-4000 Best. Nr. 22.0080 + Velour Pad](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/monacor-cd-laser-stereo-kopfhoerer-md-4000-best.-nr.-22.0080/monacor-cd-laser-stereo-kopfhoerer-md-4000-best.-nr.-22.0080-+-velour-pad.md): Velour Pad = Green - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ NAD](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/nad.md) - [Model 16](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/nad/nad-model-16.md) - [RP18](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/nad/rp18.md): Mylar variant - [RP18 'Pro Mk.6' Mod](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/nad/rp18/rp18-pro-mk.6-mod.md) - [NAD RP18 Mylar Mod Mk.V](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/nad/rp18/rp18-pro-mk.6-mod/nad-rp18-mylar-mod-mk.v.md) - [NAD RP18 - Kapton - Mods + Brainwavz angled pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/nad/rp18/rp18-pro-mk.6-mod/nad-rp18-mylar-mod-mk.v/untitled-22.md): DIY project for a friend: https://www.head-fi.org/members/gradolover.193756/ - [NAD RP18 - Mk.III - Mylar + Ori pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/nad/rp18/rp18-pro-mk.6-mod/nad-rp18-mylar-mod-mk.v/untitled-21.md) - [NAD RP18 - Mylar - Mk.IV](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/nad/rp18/rp18-pro-mk.6-mod/nad-rp18-mylar-mod-mk.v/nad-rp18-mylar-v4.md): + Kennerton Odin ear pads (the 'Pro MK4' is just a name I gave it to keep track of which mod I used on which graph) - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ NAPOLEX](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/napolex.md) - [TPH-100](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/napolex/tph-100.md): Good sound, awful driver matching - [X-23](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/napolex/x-23.md) - [National EAH-88 (max tone)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/national-eah-88-max-tone.md): 2-Way Coaxial Headphone - [National EAH-88 (min tone)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/national-eah-88-max-tone/national-eah-88-min-tone.md): Tone knob turned all the way down basically turns off the 'high range' speaker - [Onkyo ES-HF300](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/untitled-20.md) - [Oppo PM1 - Velour Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/oppo-pm1-velour-pads.md) - [Oppo PM1 - Fenestrated Leather Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/oppo-pm1-velour-pads/oppo-pm1-fenestrated-leather-pads.md) - [Velour VS Leather](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/oppo-pm1-velour-pads/velour-vs-leather.md) - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ PANASONIC](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/panasonic.md) - [RP-F30](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/panasonic/rp-f30.md): This is a good reason NOT to trust graphs - [RP-HDA100](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/panasonic/rp-hda100.md) - [RP-HT360](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/panasonic/rp-ht360.md): In it's day these were budget kings for a reason - [HD-10 - Modified](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/panasonic/untitled-19.md): This headphone is severely overly-sensitive to output impedance. - [RP-HX650-K](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/panasonic/untitled-18.md) - [Patriot Viper V360](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/patriot-viper-v360.md) - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ PEERLESS](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/peerless.md) - [PMB-45](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/peerless/untitled-15.md) - [Peerless PMB-45 + ATH-X70 Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/peerless/untitled-15/untitled-17.md) - [Peerless PMB-45 + Denon D2/5/7K Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/peerless/untitled-15/untitled-16.md) - [PMB 85 Double Action](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/peerless/pmb-85-double-action.md) - [PMB 100](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/peerless/pmb-100.md) - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ PHILIPS](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/philips.md) - [HX-5](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/philips/untitled-14.md): They're bassy and the blue lights thump with the bass... and they actually sound OK. - [N 6301](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/philips/n-6301.md): Old vinyl pads are inconsistent - Right channel is more accurate. - [N 6301 + Aftermarket Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/philips/n-6301/n-6301-+-aftermarket-pads.md): Much better with new pads. - [SBC 3172 'Executive'](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/philips/sbc-3172-executive.md) - [SBC 484](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/philips/sbc-484.md) - [SBC HP890](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/philips/sbc-hp890.md): 6-7kHz 'shout' is bad - [SBC HP890 + Blon S7P Drivers](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/philips/sbc-hp890/sbc-hp890-+-blon-s7p-drivers.md): A bit shouty - [SBC HP890 + Elecom VR Drivers](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/philips/sbc-hp890/sbc-hp890-+-elecom-vr-drivers.md): Top tier tuning, but lacking dynamics and some technical ability - [SHP2500](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/philips/shp2500.md): For the price you can't complain about this result. - [SHP8500](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/philips/shp8500.md): One of the best worst headphones. In a pinch, they make sounds. - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ PIONEER](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/pioneer.md) - [Master 1G](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/pioneer/master-1g.md) - [SE-2](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/pioneer/untitled-13.md) - [SE-4](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/pioneer/se-4.md): It just sounds OK - [SE-7 + New Pleather Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/pioneer/untitled-12.md) - [SE-7 + New Velour Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/pioneer/untitled-12/untitled-11.md) - [SE-11 Eleven 300 ohm variant](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/pioneer/untitled-9.md) - [SE-11 Eleven + New Velour Pads - 300 Ohm variant](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/pioneer/untitled-9/untitled-10.md): Might be the best all-round Japanese vintage open-back - [SE-11 eleven - Over Ear Mod + HyperX Cloud Velour Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/pioneer/untitled-9/se-11-eleven-over-ear-mod-+-hyperx-cloud-velour-pads.md): Touch less sub-bass due to these pads. - [SE-15](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/pioneer/se-15.md) - [SE-15 + aftermarket pleather pad](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/pioneer/se-15/untitled-7.md): With modern, slightly thicker new pleather pads - [SE-15 + Vesper Audio hybrid pad](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/pioneer/se-15/se-15-+-vesper-audio-hybrid-pad.md) - [SE-15 + Turtle Beach PX21 Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/pioneer/se-15/untitled-8.md) - [SE-20A](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/pioneer/se-20a.md) - [SE-505](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/pioneer/untitled-6.md): One of the world's first dual-driver headphones - [SE-550](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/pioneer/untitled-5.md) - [SE-700](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/pioneer/untitled-3.md): This graph is with the original ear pads. The treble peak should stay strong above 8KHz according to manual tone-sweeps. - [SE-700 + Brainwavs Angled Leather Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/pioneer/untitled-3/se-700-+-brainwavs-angled-leather-pads.md): meh - [SE-700 + New Pleather Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/pioneer/untitled-3/untitled-4.md) - [SE-900D](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/pioneer/untitled-1.md) - [SE-900D - Mod](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/pioneer/untitled-1/se-900d-mod.md) - [SE-A8](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/pioneer/se-a8.md) - [SE-A80](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/pioneer/se-a80.md) - [SE-M750](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/pioneer/se-m750.md): Right driver is faulty - [SE-M870 + Z1000 Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/pioneer/se-m870-+-z1000-pads.md) - [SE-M870 + SW02 Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/pioneer/se-m870-+-z1000-pads/se-m870-+-sw02-pads.md): More V-shaped than Z1000 pads - [Pro.2 PH-S560](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/pro.2-ph-s560.md): Sounds decent aside from the missing bass in the left channel - [Qpad QH-85](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/qpad-qh-85.md): Basically an open-back HyperX Cloud - peaky treble - [QUAD ERA-1](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/quad-era-1.md) - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ RAZER](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/razer.md) - [BlackShark V2 X](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/razer/blackshark-v2-x.md): Gets a passing grade for somewhat acceptable bassy tuning, but resolution is quite poor. No bass texture found. - [Kraken V3 X](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/razer/kraken-v3-x.md): Total stinker. No redeemable qualities. - [Revox Synergy](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/untitled.md) - [Revox Synergy + SHP2000 Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/untitled/revox-synergy-+-shp2000-pads.md) - [Rockjaw Acero - Mod 2](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/rockjaw-acero-mod-2.md): Better than the first mod at least - [Rockjaw Acero - Mod](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/rockjaw-acero-mod-2/rockjaw-acero-mod.md) - [Rose Technics Distant Mountain](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/rose-technics-distant-mountain.md): 2.5KHz peak is audible, but it's not 10dB louder than everything else... stupid miniDSP EARS... - [Ross RE-278](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/ross-re-278.md): Double-driver headphone - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธSANSUI](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sansui.md) - [SS-10](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sansui/ss-10.md): 'Mechanical 2-Way' (it's just one paper cone with a plastic cone in the middle) - [SS-100](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sansui/ss-100.md) - [Sanyo PH300](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sanyo-ph300-pending.md): Not horrible - [Satolex Plum DH297-A1DR](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/satolex-plum-dh297-a1dr.md): Quite warm and very smooth. - [Satolex Plum DH297-A1DR + Mod](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/satolex-plum-dh297-a1dr/satolex-plum-dh297-a1dr-+-mod.md): + 0.15g Twaron Angel Hair acoustic filler, slightly warm and mostly awesome. - [Sawafuji SF-17](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sawafuji-sf-17.md) - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ SENNHEISER](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser.md) - [HD 25-1 II](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd-25-1-ii.md) - [HD25 Aluminium](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd25-aluminium.md): Sounds a touch punchier and fuller than regular HD25 - [HD25 Aluminium + Aftermarket Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd25-aluminium/hd25-aluminium-+-aftermarket-pads.md): Pads have smaller holes than stock pads. Makes bass a touch bloaty, not recommended. - [HD205](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd205.md) - [HD222](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd222.md): Sounds better than the graph would suggest as mids are mostly flat'ish - [HD224X](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd224x.md) - [HD224X + DIY foam](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd224x/hd224x-+-diy-foam.md): DIY'd some replacement foam and ... wow - [HD230 + Thermolam damping](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd230-+-thermolam-damping.md): No significant difference bewteen using foam or thermolam front damping - [HD230 + Superlux pads/Thermolam](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd230-+-thermolam-damping/hd230-+-superlux-pads-thermolam.md): Thermolam is in place of ear-side sponge damping - [HD250 Linear](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd250-linear.md) - [HD250 Linear + Aftermarket Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd250-linear/hd250-linear-+-aftermarket-pads.md) - [HD250 Linear II (aftermarket pads)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd250-linear-ii-aftermarket-pads.md) - [HD280 Pro](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/sennheiser-hd280-pro.md): ...meh - [HD280 Pro + Aftermarket Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/sennheiser-hd280-pro/sennheiser-hd280-pro-+-aftermarket-pads.md): These pads looked super legit, but they're trash. - [HD300](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd300.md) - [HD320 Expression Line](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd320-expression-line.md) - [HD340 Expression Line](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd340-expression-line.md) - [HD414](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd414.md): Actually not bad, but it needs very strong amplification. - [HD425 + Hifiman Pleather Pad](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd425-+-hifiman-pleather-pad.md) - [HD450II](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/untitled-65.md): One of my all time favourite designs... you can see where the Momentum got it's design cues from. - [HD451](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd451.md): Price/Performance is decent - [HD480](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd480.md): With aftermarket velour pads - has a bit more bass kick at 100hz than HD450II and 480 Classic - [HD480 Classic](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd480-classic.md) - [HD500](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd500.md) - [HD540 Reference + late version velour pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd540-reference-+-late-version-velour-pads.md): With the later HD540 II version velour ear pad - [HD540 + Early Production Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd540-reference-+-late-version-velour-pads/hd540-+-early-production-pads.md): The old fabric ones with the weird foam/plastic sandwich inside. - [HD540 reference gold](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd540-reference-gold.md): With original old style pads - [HD540 reference gold + later velour pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd540-reference-gold/hd540-reference-gold-+-later-velour-pads.md): With later HD540 II full Velour ear pads - [HD540 Reference II](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd540-reference-ii.md) - [HD540 Reference II + New aftermarket velour pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd540-reference-ii/hd540-reference-ii-+-new-aftermarket-velour-pads.md) - [HD545 Reference](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd545-reference.md) - [HD545 vs. 580, 600, 650](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd545-vs.-580-600-650.md) - [HD555](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd555.md): Like a slightly more refined version of HD545 - [HD560 Ovation + Aftermarket Pads (Hifiman Velour)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd560-ovation-+-aftermarket-pads-hifiman-velour.md) - [HD560 Ovation + Aftermarket Pads (Wang Yifei)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd560-ovation-+-aftermarket-pads-hifiman-velour/hd560-ovation-+-aftermarket-pads-wang-yifei.md) - [HD580 Precision](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd580-precision.md) - [HD580 Stock vs. Aftermarket Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd580-precision/hd580-stock-vs.-aftermarket-pads.md): Aftermarket velour pads sound too thin. Do not recommend. - [HD590](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd590.md): impressive - [HD600](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd600.md): Early production copy with same drivers as HD580 Precision - [HD600 (old ear pads)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd600/hd600-old-ear-pads.md) - [HD600 old vs new ear pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd600/hd600-old-vs-new-ear-pads.md) - [HD650](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/sennheiser-hd-650.md): If only the soundstage wasn't so tiny. - [HD650 (old pads)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/sennheiser-hd-650/hd650-old-pads.md) - [HD650 old vs. new pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/sennheiser-hd-650/hd650-old-vs.-new-pads.md) - [HD600 vs HD650 - new pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd600-vs-hd650-new-pads.md): Both measured with the same set of ear pads - [HD600 vs HD650 - old pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hd600-vs-hd650-new-pads/hd600-vs-hd650-old-pads.md): Both measured with the same set of old pads - [HDR175](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hdr175.md): Surprisingly OK TV headphone - source volume needs to be high to prevent hissing from headphone internal amp when on very high volume - [HDR175 + Bass Boost](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hdr175/hdr175-+-bass-boost.md): Bass Boost button is on the paired TR175 base unit - [HDR175 + Surround Low](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hdr175/hdr175-+-surround-low.md): Just adds a little echo/reverb. - [HDR175 + Surround High](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/hdr175/hdr175-+-surround-high.md): This just adds lots of reverb/echo - [Momentum (original brown)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/sennheiser-momentum-original-brown.md): Recurring 'blip' between 60-100Hz appears to be an E.A.R.S. artefact that is completely inaudible in reality. - [M2 AEBT (wired) + aftermarket leather pads - ANC On](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/m2-aebt-wired-+-aftermarket-leather-pads-anc-on.md): After some EQ it's fine - [M2 AEBT (wired) + aftermarket leather pads - ANC off](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/m2-aebt-wired-+-aftermarket-leather-pads-anc-on/m2-aebt-wired-+-aftermarket-leather-pads-anc-off.md) - [M2 AEBT - Wired + Foam Spacers Modification](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/m2-aebt-wired-+-aftermarket-leather-pads-anc-on/sennheiser-m2-aebt-wired-+-foam-spacers-inside-the-ear-pads.md): 3mm thick, closed-cell 'craft' foam spacers installed inside the ear pads - [M2 AEBT - Wired - NC on](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/m2-aebt-wired-+-aftermarket-leather-pads-anc-on/sennheiser-m2-aebt-wired-nc-on.md): Ear pads are old, a bit flat and mishapen, so the imbalance is from the pads not sealing correctly on the EARS - [M2 AEBT - Wired - NC off](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/m2-aebt-wired-+-aftermarket-leather-pads-anc-on/sennheiser-m2-aebt-wired-nc-off.md): Almost no different to On - also horrible sound. - [PC8](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/pc8.md): Lower resolution than most vintage headphones I've owned - horrible - [PC360 G4ME](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/sennheiser-pc360-g4me.md) - [PMX100](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sennheiser/sennheiser-pmx100.md): Better than PortaPro - [Sharkoon Rush](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sharkoon-rush.md): Accidentally the best cheap gaming headset ever made? - [Sineaptic SE-1](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sineaptic-se-1.md): Dual Ribbon Driver Array (world's first wireless ribbon headset) - [Sineaptic SE-1 - No Pad Mod](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sineaptic-se-1/sineaptic-se-1-no-pad-mod.md): Just 2 small bits of foam on each side for comfort - [SE-1 Stock Pads vs. Fenestrated Leather Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sineaptic-se-1/se-1-stock-pads-vs.-fenestrated-leather-pads.md): Warmer mids + a touch more bass slam - [SE-1 Wireless Mode vs. Bad Amp Pairing](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sineaptic-se-1/se-1-wireless-mode-vs.-bad-amp-pairing.md): This is only to demonstrate how bad it CAN sound when bi-amped with the wrong amp. This introduced bass distortion and poor upper mids. - [Skullcandy Aviator](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/skullcandy-aviator.md) - [Smiggle Block Tunes](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/smiggle-block-tunes.md): Headphone marketed towards small children - it's trash - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ SONY](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony.md) - [DR-6M](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/sony-dr-6m.md) - [DR-S3 + Aftermarket SRH840 Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/dr-s3-+-aftermarket-srh840-pads.md): Left channel is faulty - it sounds like the voice coil or diaphragm is partially delaminating from the diaphragm or speaker basket, low bass is buzzing very slightly. - [DR-S7](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/dr-s7.md): (Heavy Smoothing applied) - [DR-S100 ๆญฆ้“้คจ Boodo Khan](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/drs100-wu-dao-guan-boodo-khan.md) - [DR-Z6](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/sony-dr-z6.md) - [MDR-1R](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-1r.md): Based - [MDR-30](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-30.md) - [MDR-102](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-102.md): Lack of any bass means no diamonds. Mids and treble are actually tolerable. - [MDR-401](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-401.md) - [MDR-7505](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-7505.md) - [MDR-7506](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-7506.md): Channel imbalance seems to be poor coupling with shallow pads + miniDSP EARS jig. - [MDR-7509HD](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-7509hd.md) - [MDR-7510](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-7510.md) - [MDR-7510 + Z1000 Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-7510/mdr-7510-+-z1000-pads.md): Almost no difference from stock. - [MDR-CD777](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-cd777.md) - [MDR-CD780](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-cd780.md): The treble peak kills this headphone for me - [MDR-CD900ST](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-cd900st.md): This is legendary for a good reason... just a bit uncomfortable :( - [MDR-CD900ST + aftermarket MDR-1A Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-cd900st/mdr-cd900st-+-aftermarket-mdr-1a-pads.md): A bit too much energy at 3-5KHz, and missing some sub-bass - [MDR-CD900ST + aftermarket ATH-M50 Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-cd900st/mdr-cd900st-+-aftermarket-ath-m50-pads.md): Too much energy at 3KHz, but it's fine - [MDR-CD900ST + aftermarket Z1000 pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-cd900st/mdr-cd900st-+-aftermarket-z1000-pads.md): Almost no deviation from stock measurement - comfort is improved - [MDR-CD900ST + aftermarket leather CD900ST pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-cd900st/mdr-cd900st-+-aftermarket-leather-cd900st-pads.md): It's fine I guess, but the magic of the original tuning is totally lost - [MDR-CD999 + old stock pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-cd999-+-old-stock-pads.md): Pads are flaking and have split, so likely bass is missing and mids are emphasized too much - [MDR-CD999 + W820BT Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-cd999-+-old-stock-pads/mdr-cd999-+-w820bt-pads.md): This. - [MDR-CD999 + Z1000 Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-cd999-+-old-stock-pads/mdr-cd999-+-z1000-pads.md): Very close to target. - [MDR-CD999 + Aftermarket HA-SW01 Pad](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-cd999-+-old-stock-pads/mdr-cd999-+-aftermarket-ha-sw01-pad.md): Generic aftermarket pad - too warm. - [MDR-CD1000 (aftermarket pads)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-cd1000-aftermarket-pads.md): These pads kinda suck - a bit of extra foam in front of the driver cleans things up a lot! - [MDR-CD1700 (sample 1)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/sony-mdr-cd1700.md): This is the 'bassy' variant. It's basically neutral. - [MDR-CD1700 (sample 2)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/sony-mdr-cd1700/mdr-cd1700-sample-2.md) - [MDR-CD1700 (sample 3)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/sony-mdr-cd1700/mdr-cd1700-sample-3.md): Very sweet sound - [MDR-CD1700 (Sample 1) Aftermarket Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/sony-mdr-cd1700/mdr-cd1700-sample-1-aftermarket-pads.md): 8kHz peak is very spicy - not recommended - [CD1700 Sample Averages Compared](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/sony-mdr-cd1700/cd1700-sample-averages-compared.md): Sample 1 & 3 are both preferable. - [MDR-CD1700 + V700 Driver ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/sony-mdr-cd1700/mdr-cd1700-+-v700-driver.md): Just a fun driver transplant comparison - [MDR-CD2000 (sample 1)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-cd2000-sample-1.md): Copy 1 - with new foam - [MDR-CD2000 (sample 2)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-cd2000-sample-1/mdr-cd2000-sample-2.md): Copy 2 - With old foam - [MDR-CD2000 New vs Old](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-cd2000-sample-1/mdr-cd2000-new-vs-old.md): Sample 1 has new foam. Sample 2 has old, yellowed foam - [MDR-CD2000 (sample 1) + Aftermarket Hifiman Velour Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-cd2000-sample-1/mdr-cd2000-sample-1-+-aftermarket-hifiman-velour-pads.md): A fair replacement pad. - [MDR-F1](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-f1.md) - [MDR-M77](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-m77.md): Bright, but technically competent - [MDR-SA3000](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-sa3000.md) - [MDR-SA3000 + Peerless HPD-50N25PR00-32 Drivers](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-sa3000/mdr-sa3000-+-peerless-hpd-50n25pr00-32-drivers.md): Sounds pretty good. - [MDR-SA5000](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-sa5000.md): I think neither pad is ideal, but both gives a rough idea of the possibilities - [MDR-V5 - Aftermarket Pads v2](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-v5-aftermarket-pads-v2.md): Thinner aftermarket pads - less boomy than other thicker pads. - [MDR-V5 - aftermarket pads v1](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-v5-aftermarket-pads-v2/mdr-v5-aftermarket-pads-v1.md): Aftermarket pads are deeper than stock giving a stronger bass response - [MDR-V6 + Z1000 Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-v6-+-z1000-pads.md) - [MDR-V6 + Z1000 Pads + Comfort foam mod](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-v6-+-z1000-pads/mdr-v6-+-z1000-pads-+-comfort-foam-mod.md): Adding some closed-cell foam inside the 'rear' of the ear pads improves comfort a lot but does not change sound quality much. - [MDR-V6 + Old flakey pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-v6-+-z1000-pads/mdr-v6-+-old-flakey-pads.md): Original old pads with lots of flaking - always use good quality pads for best sound - [MDR-V7](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-v7.md): Too much treble energy at 10KHz spoils the mood. - [MDR-V7 + Z1000 Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-v7/mdr-v7-+-z1000-pads.md): Much more neutral with these pads, and treble peak is smoothed out nicely. Only missing treble extension which is significant. More bass than CD900ST but worse treble. A worthy tradeoff for some. - [MDR-V700](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/sony-mdr-v700.md) - [MDR-V700 + MDR-1A Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/sony-mdr-v700/sony-mdr-v700-+-mdr-1a-pads.md) - [Sony MDR-V700 + HA-MR77X Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/sony-mdr-v700/sony-mdr-v700-+-ma77x-pads.md): Just trying stuff out to see what sticks... - [MDR-V900](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/sony-mdr-v900.md) - [MDR-W10](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-w10.md): Is it an earbud? Or is it a headphone? Nobody knows... THICC sound. Resolution is lacking. - [MDR-XB500](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/sony-mdr-xb500.md) - [MDR-XB700 (old pads)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-xb700-old-pads.md): Ear pads don't seal properly anymore, so there will likely be some artefacts from that. - [MDR-ZX110](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-zx110.md): Not a dumpster fire, but can do better for the price - [MDR-Z1000](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/mdr-z1000.md) - [PFR-V1](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/pfr-v1.md) - [VIP-1000H](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/sony-vip-1000h.md): Essentially this is an โ€œear speaker + DSP" - the graph should not be read as a headphone graph, but more like a (near field) loudspeaker graph. Smoothing applied for readability. - [WH-1000XM5](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/sony/wh-1000xm5.md) - [Soundcore Q30](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/soundcore-q30.md): Where 8KHz+??? - [SoundMAGIC HP100](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/soundmagic-hp100.md) - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ STAX](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/stax.md) - [SR-007](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/stax/sr-007.md): Serial # 72\*\*\* - [SR-009](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/stax/sr-009.md): Forced bass seal (red) vs. Normal seating (dark yellow) - [SR-5](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/stax/sr-5.md): Measured with SRM-T1 - [SR-5 Gold BL (sample 1)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/stax/sr-5-gold-bl-sample-1.md): Powered with harman/kardon PM640 Vxi - High Voltage mode - [SR-5 Gold BL - Stock vs. Aftermarket Denon D2/5/7K pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/stax/sr-5-gold-bl-sample-1/sr-5-gold-bl-stock-vs.-aftermarket-denon-d2-5-7k-pads.md): These aftermarket Denon D2000/D5000/D7000 pads are decently close 1:1 replacements. Stock pads are better. - [SR-5 Gold BL (sample 2)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/stax/sr-5-gold-bl-sample-1/sr-5-gold-bl-sample-2.md) - [SR-80 Pro](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/stax/sr-80-pro.md): No pressure applied / no bass seal - [SR-80 Pro (with bass seal)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/stax/sr-80-pro/sr-80-pro-with-bass-seal.md) - [SR Gamma Pro (sample 1)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/stax/sr-gamma-pro-sample-1.md): Powered with SRD-6/SB (not Pro) - [SR Gamma Pro (sample 2)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/stax/sr-gamma-pro-sample-1/sr-gamma-pro-sample-2.md): This time with an SRD-7/mk2 - channel imbalance is from the vintage speaker amp, not the STAX - [SR Lambda Pro](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/stax/sr-lambda-pro.md): Powered with harman/kardon PM640 Vxi - High Voltage mode - [SR Lambda Pro](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/stax/sr-lambda-pro/sr-lambda-pro.md): Powered with Loxjie A10, D-class Amp - Sounds thin, needs a lot of EQ. - [SR-Lambda Nova Classic](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/stax/sr-lambda-nova-classic.md) - [SR-Lambda Signature](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/stax/sr-lambda-signature.md): Fed with STAX SRM-313 - [SR-Lambda Signature (Sample 2)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/stax/sr-lambda-signature/sr-lambda-signature-sample-2.md): Almost the same as the first sample. - [SR-Lambda Spirit](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/stax/sr-lambda-spirit.md): Very nice :) - [SR-Sigma](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/stax/sr-sigma.md) - [SR-X MK3](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/stax/sr-x-mk3.md) - [SR-X MK3 Pro](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/stax/sr-x-mk3-pro.md) - [Superex ST-PRO-B](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/superex-st-pro-b.md): Shockingly not terrible 2-way coaxial vintage - but low resolution - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ TAKSTAR](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/takstar.md) - [Pro 82](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/takstar/takstar-pro-82.md): Original silver version - [Pro 82 - Modified](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/takstar/takstar-pro-82/takstar-pro-82-1.md): Sound is more cohesive, treble is more controlled, bass 'boom' is nullified. - [XY-E1](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/takstar/xy-e1.md): The Headphone from "XY-1 Pro Recording Webcast Kit" - [Tascam TH-02](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/tascam-th-02.md): A bit overhyped - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ TECHNICS](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/technics.md) - [EAH-320](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/technics/technics-eah-320.md): DIY ear pad re-foam, so it's not exactly stock... but close enough - [RP-F1 + Asus ROG Delta Fabric Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/technics/rp-f1-+-asus-rog-delta-fabric-pads.md): These are the pads you need. No doubt. - [RP-F1 + SRH840 Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/technics/rp-f1-+-asus-rog-delta-fabric-pads/technics-rp-f1-+-srh840-pads.md): Stacked onto T50 pad for better seal, due to the stock inner bass-lens pad - [RP-F3 + SRH840 Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/technics/technics-rp-f3-+-srh840-pads.md): Bass monster supreme (with switch set to XBS) ... treble is the weak point here. - [RP-F5 + SRH840 Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/technics/technics-rp-f5-+-srh840-pads.md): Aftermarket SRH840 Pads used - [Technics RP-FT30 + aftermarket MDR-1A pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/technics/technics-rp-ft30-+-aftermarket-mdr-1a-pads.md) - [RP-HT80 - Modified](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/technics/untitled-82.md): Stacked Pads for better seal and Damping Mod - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ TELEFUNKEN](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/telefunken.md) - [TH50](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/telefunken/untitled-81.md): Deflated, old ear pads make it impossible to form a good seal for measurement, or for listening on your head. Left channel seems to make a fairly good seal and a somewhat accurate representation. - [TH60](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/telefunken/untitled-80.md): Old, deflated pad makes it impossible to make anything of this headphone. This is not the most accurate representation. See Telefunken TH50 - these headphones are very similar. - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ TOSHIBA](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/toshiba.md) - [HR-700](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/toshiba/hr-700.md): Tone dails are kinda useless on this, just leave it on maximum - [HR-811 - Low Gain Mode](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/toshiba/untitled-78.md): What is there sounds good. - [HR-811 - High Gain Mode](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/toshiba/untitled-78/untitled-79.md): Looks better than low gain, but actually adds a lot of distortion - [HR-X1](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/toshiba/hr-x1.md) - [HR-X1 - Forced bass seal with double pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/toshiba/hr-x1/hr-x1-forced-bass-seal-with-double-pads.md): This appears to make a slightly more accurate representation of how the headphone sounds - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ TRIO/KENWOOD](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/trio-kenwood.md) - [Trio KH-33](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/trio-kenwood/trio-kh-33.md) - [Trio KH-83](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/trio-kenwood/untitled-77.md) - [Kenwood KH-85](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/trio-kenwood/kenwood-kh-85.md): โ™ฅ - [Kenwood HS-5](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/trio-kenwood/kenwood-hs-5.md) - [Turtle Beach Ear Force P11](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/turtle-beach-ear-force-p11.md): Weird feeling of a larger soundstage due to FR - [UHER W775](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/untitled-74.md): AKG K240 Sextett Variant - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ ULTRASONE](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/ultrasone.md) - [HFI-450](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/ultrasone/untitled-76.md): Quick n' dirty left-channel only measurement - [HFI-700 + ATH-M50 Pads](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/ultrasone/untitled-75.md) - [HFI-2000 ( +HE500 pads )](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/ultrasone/hfi-2000-+he500-pads.md): Puts the new Ultrasone flagship models to shame \*cough\* Edition 15 \*cough\* - [HFI-2000 (+ Aftermarket HE500 pads)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/ultrasone/hfi-2000-+he500-pads/hfi-2000-+-aftermarket-he500-pads.md): Very dark sound, mids are very distant and smooth. Weirdly but interesting. - [HFI-2000 (+ Aftermarket HE560 Pads)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/ultrasone/hfi-2000-+he500-pads/hfi-2000-+-aftermarket-he560-pads.md): Good compromise of sound and comfort. Modern Ultrasone doesn't compare. - [HFI-2200 ULE](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/ultrasone/hfi-2200-ule.md): 'null' value at 9kHz really does take the edge off... Ultrasone used to have a thing going... - [Zino](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/ultrasone/zino.md): Classic S-logic - [Universum (SFI)](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/universum-sfi.md): Unusual tuning gives crunchy e-guitars a nice forward sound. - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ VIVANCO](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/vivanco.md) - [Modell 8350](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/vivanco/untitled-73.md) - [SR80](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/vivanco/sr80.md) - [TV76](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/vivanco/vivanco-tv76.md) - [Watson Mod.940](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/watson-mod.940.md): One of the best hinges I've ever seen, with fully machined folding action, and screw tightening adjustment sliders for clamping pressure.... it shall be named - "The Polished ๐Ÿ’ฉ" - [Wega DSH500](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/untitled-72.md) - [Wharfedale Isodynamic](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/wharfedale-isodynamic.md) - [๐Ÿ—ƒ๏ธ YAMAHA](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/yamaha.md) - [HP-1](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/yamaha/hp-1.md) - [HP50-A + Mods](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/yamaha/yamaha-hp50-a-modified.md): 1 layer of Arctic Cotton over the driver rear (driver size), 1 donut of felt around the edges around the back of the driver, new slightly thicker on-ear pads. - [RH-40M - Modified](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/yamaha/yamaha-rh-40m-modified.md) - [RH-40M + HA-SW01 'Wewom' Pad](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/yamaha/yamaha-rh-40m-modified/rh-40m-+-ha-sw01-wewom-pad.md) - [YHL-006](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/yamaha/yamaha-yhl-006.md): The mids that do exist sound OK - [YH-5M](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/yamaha/yh-5m.md): It's an IEM, but it's a headphone... - [YH-100](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/yamaha/yh-100.md) - [YH-1000](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/yamaha/yh-1000.md): 1st graph uses original flakey ear pads with a forced seal for bass. 2nd graph uses new custom pads. - [YH-4000](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/yamaha/yh-4000.md) - [YH-5000SE](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/yamaha/yh-5000se.md): Ultrasuede has a bit more bass. Leather sound is more spacious and airy. - [YH-C3000](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/yamaha/yh-c3000.md): dat bASS :3 - [Zaylli Lyrรถ](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/zaylli-lyro.md) - [Lyrรถ MX](https://itsgreq.gitbook.io/headphone-measurements/zaylli-lyro/lyro-mx.md)