Monoprice Modern Retro Over Ear Headphones
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Do these need an amplifier?
A shopper
on Dec 31, 2017
BEST ANSWER: They seem to be higher impedance than most budget headsets. An amplifier will bring out the true value of these drivers.
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- Josh O on Apr 12, 2018
- Purchased on Mar 11, 2018
BEST ANSWER: They seem to be higher impedance than most budget headsets. An amplifier will bring out the true value of these drivers.
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- Josh O on Apr 12, 2018
- Purchased on Mar 11, 2018
Running it on an amp (such as if your sound card has one) or using a LG V20 or V30 phone will definitely make them sound better, but even on my Samsung tablet, they do pretty good.
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- Jesse M on Apr 19, 2019
I ran it on all my devices (phones, computers, receiver,etc) and it's great. No need for one, but it might help.
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- cubed on Apr 14, 2018
- Purchased on Mar 6, 2018
My amp did make a difference. They sounded too soft just off of my iPhone 7.
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- Benjamin J H on Mar 18, 2018
- Purchased on Mar 6, 2018
No, but all headphones benefit from superior amplification.
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- New User U on Mar 20, 2018
- Purchased on Mar 9, 2018
I use them directly from my iPhone and they sound great.
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- Valued C on Dec 31, 2017
- Purchased on Mar 9, 2017
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Can these headphones be used on a modern day PC? Does a PC have enough power to drive them?
JUDY D
on Sep 20, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Not a problem. You are still limited by the audio quality of your computer's sound card and internal DAC, but these headphones take almost no power drive.
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- Matthew F on Sep 20, 2018
- Purchased on Dec 10, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Not a problem. You are still limited by the audio quality of your computer's sound card and internal DAC, but these headphones take almost no power drive.
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- Matthew F on Sep 20, 2018
- Purchased on Dec 10, 2017
These are not hard to drive at all. They are very worth the money, but I would suggest changing the pads to Brainwave round pads.
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- Leon A on Sep 20, 2018
- Purchased on Dec 6, 2017
Yes! Don't get me wrong, they sound way better with a dedicated DAC/amp, but a standard audio out from a PC will work just fine.
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- Kevin C on Sep 20, 2018
- Purchased on Dec 10, 2017
Certainly, I don't run any amp with these, phone and sound card in my brother's PC can drive them.
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- Max T on Sep 23, 2018
- Purchased on Dec 10, 2017
Yes.That's how I used them, straight from the PC headphone out and it was enough power.
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- eric s on Sep 20, 2018
- Purchased on Dec 10, 2017
Yeah. Your PC can handle these. Any phone can too.
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- Kellen R on Sep 20, 2018
- Purchased on Dec 1, 2017
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Are these over-ear headphones sound isolating closed style or are they open air?
A shopper
on Mar 9, 2017
They do cover your entire ear, so they will block out outside sound. I use them in a lab with plenty of fan noise, and they do a good job of reducing the ambient noise.
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- Christopher R on Mar 9, 2017
- Purchased on Jan 14, 2017
These enclose my large ears well and I can't really hear coworkers unless the music gets really quiet. Also, they don't bleed sound, so no Beyoncé for my coworkers.
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- Willy L on Jul 21, 2017
- Purchased on Jul 18, 2017
These are closed headphones. They clamp lightly to my head, which makes them more comfortable but perhaps less isolating than headphones that clamp more tightly. In case the comparison helps, I find them to isolate less than Beyerdynamic [DT1350 and DT1770] and Shure [SRH840] closed-back headphones, but more than any open-backed headphones I've heard. Their soundstage is above average for closed-back headphones.
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- Timothy D on Apr 7, 2023
- Purchased on Mar 26, 2023
Over ear closed,and successful at it
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- D.H. on Dec 24, 2021
- Purchased on Nov 27, 2021
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Are the ear pads / cups replaceable on these headphones?
McKay
on Sep 23, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Yes, They are replaceable. I highly Recommend the Brainwavz XL.
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- Evan V on Dec 14, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 29, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Yes, They are replaceable. I highly Recommend the Brainwavz XL.
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- Evan V on Dec 14, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 29, 2017
I have a small head, and the pads on these are bit big. Like a grouper sucking on the side of my head. Getting replacement pads as recommended.
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- Thomas R on Dec 13, 2017
Yes, they are replaceable. I recommend purchasing the HM5 XL pads from Amazon for the best comfort and sound.
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- Zane Z on Mar 10, 2018
Yes they are, I also replaced them with the Brainwavz XL
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- cubed on Apr 14, 2018
- Purchased on Mar 6, 2018
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Could they be used to plug into guitar amp?
A shopper
on Sep 16, 2018
BEST ANSWER: As long as your guitar amp has a headphone out jack, you could use the headphones. Plugging into a speaker out would probably send too much signal/volume
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- John R on Sep 16, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 24, 2017
BEST ANSWER: As long as your guitar amp has a headphone out jack, you could use the headphones. Plugging into a speaker out would probably send too much signal/volume
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- John R on Sep 16, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 24, 2017
Yes, they already come with a 1/4 inch adapter
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- David S on Sep 16, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 20, 2017
I wouldn't recommend doing that. These are 32 Ohm, about 4 times higher impedance than the speaker output of a guitar amplifier. Also these are stereo and guitar output is mono. Monoprice does make a Headphone Plug-in for guitars product: 611502 = https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=611502
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- Victor J on Sep 16, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 11, 2017
Yes, if it has the standard 1/4" headphone jack. These headphones come with an adapter that works well.
But without knowing the exact setup of your amp I cant' be sure - make sure you have an 1/8" or 1/4" headphone jack.
But without knowing the exact setup of your amp I cant' be sure - make sure you have an 1/8" or 1/4" headphone jack.
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- Daniel V on Sep 17, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 25, 2017
Yes! These headphones have a built-in 1/8th-inch jack, and ship with a screw-on adapter that turns the jack into a 1/4-inch one, which will plug into your guitar amp.
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- Nicholas K on Sep 25, 2018
- Purchased on Oct 30, 2017
Sure, why not? They aren't super efficient, but I've never seen a guitarist who wasn't willing to turn his (or her) volume up.
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- Mitch W on Sep 17, 2018
- Purchased on Nov 9, 2017
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Is the headband adjustable and if so, can it be set to permanently stay where you set it? Or, is it self adjusting only with no permanent settings?
JUDY D
on Sep 20, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Its self adjusting with no permanent setting. When they are off your head they go back to the tightest fit due to the elastic bands.
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- adrian o on Sep 20, 2018
- Purchased on Dec 10, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Its self adjusting with no permanent setting. When they are off your head they go back to the tightest fit due to the elastic bands.
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- adrian o on Sep 20, 2018
- Purchased on Dec 10, 2017
The headband adjusts automatically each time you put them on. Basically, there is a small piece of elastic on each side of the headband. It is a very simple system but effective and comfortable.
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- Josiah E on Sep 20, 2018
- Purchased on Dec 11, 2017
It's self-adjusting, no permanent settings. There's a piece of elastic that stretches when you put it on.
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- Neal K on Sep 21, 2018
- Purchased on Dec 11, 2017
No. It is spring set. You cannot make it permanently stay in one spot.
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- Samuel L on Sep 20, 2018
- Purchased on Mar 6, 2018
The headband is self adjusting and does not hold its position.
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- Brandon W on Sep 20, 2018
- Purchased on Dec 11, 2017
It is self adjusting only, with no mechanism for setting it.
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- Guy E on Sep 20, 2018
- Purchased on Dec 11, 2017
Self adjusting only with no permanent settings.
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- james c on Sep 20, 2018
- Purchased on Dec 10, 2017
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Does this pair work as a mic for gaming or recording audio, such as using discord and what not?
A shopper
on Dec 9, 2019
BEST ANSWER: It doesn't have a built in mic and the cable is attached. You will need an external mic for discord. It does have a wide set of frequency so I don't see why it can't be use for gaming and audio recording.
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- Arsenio B on Dec 10, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 11, 2018
BEST ANSWER: It doesn't have a built in mic and the cable is attached. You will need an external mic for discord. It does have a wide set of frequency so I don't see why it can't be use for gaming and audio recording.
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- Arsenio B on Dec 10, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 11, 2018
The Retro Headphones Has HIFI Sound Deep Bass and Crystal Highs Please yourself Every Which Way you use Them They won't Disappoint Worth Much More in Value Deeper Bass Tan DT 770.
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- TERENCE D on Dec 10, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 10, 2018
I wouldn't use these for anything other than music. The sound stage and imagining are not good for gaming. The mid-range is much too recessed
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- C H on Dec 9, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 10, 2018
They are headphones. I can’t answer your other questions.
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- Louis C on Dec 10, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 14, 2018
There is no mic on these headphones.
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- Meenhaj U on Dec 11, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 17, 2018
No, it's just headphones. No mic.
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- Robert K on Dec 10, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 18, 2018
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Are these over-ear headphones sound isolating closed style or are they open air?
Mike D
on Mar 9, 2017
BEST ANSWER: They are closed, in the sense that they have a solid back which directs sound in and limits sounds out. These are great headphones for the price, but they are not studio headphones. They leak sound out and allow a little ambient sound in.
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- Jeffrey C on Mar 9, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 24, 2016
BEST ANSWER: They are closed, in the sense that they have a solid back which directs sound in and limits sounds out. These are great headphones for the price, but they are not studio headphones. They leak sound out and allow a little ambient sound in.
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- Jeffrey C on Mar 9, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 24, 2016
They are sound isolating and the padding is fairly comfortable. I have used them while mixing live sound or practicing the bass. They do a good enough job blocking the outside noise. The cord is fairly long.
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- Bryan L on Mar 9, 2017
- Purchased on Dec 7, 2016
They are a closed design. Though they seem like it would be easy enough to drill a few holes to open them up, but obviously that would void the warranty, and would affect sound quality.
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- Andrew K on Mar 9, 2017
- Purchased on Nov 26, 2016
These are over-ear headphones and but they aren't great at isolating sound. These are also closed but the soundstage is massive for closed headphones.
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- Zane Z on Mar 10, 2018
over the ear, but not a snug fit - the ear cups are large
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- Bruce K on Mar 9, 2017
- Purchased on Jan 13, 2017
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Ive lost my quater inch adator. Its the screw on type, can Ii use a standard general quater inch stereo adaptor? Or do I need a monoprice propietary adaptor?.
Miriam P
on Dec 31, 2020
BEST ANSWER: No, you dont need the srew on adapter that came with this. Any 1/4 in. to 3.5 adapter will do, it's just nice to have the screw on if you use 1/4 often.
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- bilt4speed on Jan 4, 2021
- Purchased on Jan 6, 2020
BEST ANSWER: No, you dont need the srew on adapter that came with this. Any 1/4 in. to 3.5 adapter will do, it's just nice to have the screw on if you use 1/4 often.
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- bilt4speed on Jan 4, 2021
- Purchased on Jan 6, 2020
Any correctly sized adapter will work. The screw part starts past the plug end, so it won’t prevent other adapters from seating correctly.
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- Robert D on Jan 1, 2021
- Purchased on Feb 11, 2020
Yes, mine works great with a generic adapter, just make sure to get a stereo adapter, not mono.
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- Brian S on Jan 1, 2021
- Purchased on Jan 6, 2020
As long as its a screw type any should be good
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- Jason L on Jan 1, 2021
- Purchased on Jan 24, 2020
Any standard adapter will work
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- New User U on Jan 7, 2021
- Purchased on Jan 26, 2020
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These headphones look similar to the AKG K240. Has anyone compared the two? Thanks.
A shopper
on Oct 15, 2018
BEST ANSWER: These headphones are really bass heavy, the AKG K240's are more accurate and have much better build quality. I have listened to both and it is clear that they both have increased bass and treble with less midrange, but the monoprice headphones have far more bass. I really like them for EDM, not so much for anything else. In the end it really depends what you are looking for in a pair of headphones. I'd recommend listening to both with multiple songs and keeping whatever you like more.
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- Alec H on Oct 15, 2018
- Purchased on Mar 6, 2018
BEST ANSWER: These headphones are really bass heavy, the AKG K240's are more accurate and have much better build quality. I have listened to both and it is clear that they both have increased bass and treble with less midrange, but the monoprice headphones have far more bass. I really like them for EDM, not so much for anything else. In the end it really depends what you are looking for in a pair of headphones. I'd recommend listening to both with multiple songs and keeping whatever you like more.
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- Alec H on Oct 15, 2018
- Purchased on Mar 6, 2018
Yes, I have original pairs of K240/600 phones. These are not as accurate and don't have the spatial sound field you get from the 240's, but they are decent enough for general use. I wouldn't rely on them as final mastering/mixing headphones, but they sound fine.
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- Jonas D on Aug 1, 2022
I have not heard the K240 but check some on line reviews. I do use the retros regularly and recommend them.
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- KENNETH K on Oct 15, 2018
- Purchased on Mar 6, 2018
Yes and they are very similar in sound and feel. Super comfortable
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- Kevin B on Apr 18, 2022
- Purchased on Mar 28, 2022
Check YouTube. There are tons of comparisons...
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- Carl C on Oct 15, 2018
- Purchased on Mar 6, 2018
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Is the cord detachable for these headphones?
Rahsaan B
on Dec 27, 2016
BEST ANSWER: No, but you can always add that mod. The cord is quite long as well
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- Bryan L on Dec 27, 2016
- Purchased on Dec 7, 2016
BEST ANSWER: No, but you can always add that mod. The cord is quite long as well
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- Bryan L on Dec 27, 2016
- Purchased on Dec 7, 2016
Nope, but they come with 1/8" to 1/4" adaptor, which was a good surprise
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- Marie Laurence M on Dec 27, 2016
- Purchased on Dec 12, 2016
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Will these work with Apple iPhone?
A shopper
on Sep 3, 2019
BEST ANSWER: You will need to use our Lightning to 3.5mm adapter.
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- Dave L Staff on Sep 4, 2019
Monoprice Premium Ultra Durable Nylon Braided Apple MFi Certified Lightning to 3.5mm Jack Audio Adapter - Black
BEST ANSWER: You will need to use our Lightning to 3.5mm adapter.
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- Dave L Staff on Sep 4, 2019
Monoprice Premium Ultra Durable Nylon Braided Apple MFi Certified Lightning to 3.5mm Jack Audio Adapter - Black
You will have to use a dongle to convert the USB-C plug to the 3.5mm headphone jack. Your phone likely came with this connector or they are less than $10 online.
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- Joseph S on Sep 4, 2019
- Purchased on Oct 5, 2018
They’ll only work if you have the adaptor that changes Aux cables into the phone’s charging cable, or if you have iPhone 6 and lower.
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- Joaquín V on Sep 5, 2019
- Purchased on Oct 1, 2018
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EXACTLY how long is the cord. I would use these for watching TV and need a long cord. Also, I have a problem with hearing voice, would these headphones give clarity to speech? Thanks...Rich
A shopper
on Apr 27, 2018
BEST ANSWER: The cable is 10' long. These are nearly reference quality headphones. The mids and high are very clear with just a little bump in the bass. Dialog and vocals come through with a real nice presence. They should be able to do exactly what you need them to do. We have extension cables if you need more than 10'
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- Dave L Staff on May 4, 2018
Monoprice Designed for Mobile 12ft 3.5mm Extension Cable
BEST ANSWER: The cable is 10' long. These are nearly reference quality headphones. The mids and high are very clear with just a little bump in the bass. Dialog and vocals come through with a real nice presence. They should be able to do exactly what you need them to do. We have extension cables if you need more than 10'
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- Dave L Staff on May 4, 2018
Monoprice Designed for Mobile 12ft 3.5mm Extension Cable
I measured the straight non-curly cord with my ruler for the answer of: 10 feet.
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- knowtech on Apr 27, 2018
- Purchased on Aug 10, 2017
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Do you know the NRR (noise reduction rating) of these headphones? Thanks!
A shopper
on Feb 21, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Hey, I don't think they have any noise reduction technology. They are closed back headphones with adequate base and sound mix, but if you need any more noise reduction specifically you will probably have to pay more.
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- Dane G on Feb 21, 2019
- Purchased on Mar 6, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Hey, I don't think they have any noise reduction technology. They are closed back headphones with adequate base and sound mix, but if you need any more noise reduction specifically you will probably have to pay more.
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- Dane G on Feb 21, 2019
- Purchased on Mar 6, 2018
These are physically closed back phones, but don't reduce a lot going in or out. If you're looking for closed back phones for tracking, I prefer the MP DJ ones, better noise containment.
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- Jonas D on Aug 1, 2022
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When is this coming back into stock?
A shopper
on Dec 14, 2017
BEST ANSWER: As of this writing, 5/8/18 they should be back in stock by 6/5.
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- Dave L Staff on May 8, 2018
BEST ANSWER: As of this writing, 5/8/18 they should be back in stock by 6/5.
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- Dave L Staff on May 8, 2018
They are back in stock and I like mine alot and for 25.00 you can't beat the souncthat they have...Gary
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- Gary B on May 8, 2018
- Purchased on Jul 11, 2017
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Are these going to be back in stock?
A shopper
on Dec 7, 2018
BEST ANSWER: 2000 coming this week. Sorry for the delay.
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- Dave L Staff on Dec 10, 2018
BEST ANSWER: 2000 coming this week. Sorry for the delay.
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- Dave L Staff on Dec 10, 2018
They are now. I just bought some. 6/2019
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- New User U on Jun 25, 2019
- Purchased on Jun 10, 2019
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compare it with samson sr850, which have bigger soundstage and better sound quality?????
New User U
on Jun 24, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
Unfortunately we would not have any meaningful comparisons between these headphones and headphones from other manufacturer.
Unfortunately we would not have any meaningful comparisons between these headphones and headphones from other manufacturer.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jun 26, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
Unfortunately we would not have any meaningful comparisons between these headphones and headphones from other manufacturer.
Unfortunately we would not have any meaningful comparisons between these headphones and headphones from other manufacturer.
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- Tyler C Staff on Jun 26, 2019
The better comparison would be Samson SR950 which are closed back like these and the SR850 are semi-open back. I have both of those and hope these compare well for studio monitor and less bleed tracking use.
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- Carl L on Mar 25, 2022
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Are they vegan? If not, is there any way to buy them without any sort of animal skin? Thanks
A shopper
on Dec 27, 2021
BEST ANSWER: The ear pads are split leather. Definitely not vegan.
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- shanne h on Dec 28, 2021
- Purchased on May 15, 2021
BEST ANSWER: The ear pads are split leather. Definitely not vegan.
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- shanne h on Dec 28, 2021
- Purchased on May 15, 2021
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Are the pads made with real leather?
A shopper
on Aug 8, 2023
BEST ANSWER: Description says pads are made of split‑leather, basically affordable leather. I have three of these and the 1cm thick pads harden after a year, currently looking for replacement pads. However they still sound fantastic.
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- Mauricio F on Oct 19, 2023
- Purchased on May 13, 2023
BEST ANSWER: Description says pads are made of split‑leather, basically affordable leather. I have three of these and the 1cm thick pads harden after a year, currently looking for replacement pads. However they still sound fantastic.
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- Mauricio F on Oct 19, 2023
- Purchased on May 13, 2023
Real leather? Please. These are very good inexpensive headphones w/ a long cord. You're welcome.
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- JOE S on Aug 8, 2023
- Purchased on Jan 30, 2020
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I'm a student and I listen to music all over campus. I have been using apple earbuds since they came with my phone, but i wanna step up from that. I got the Modern Retro fit headphones thinking they would do what I needed, but quickly realized that 1) they were bulky and 2) the wire was so LONG! It was longer than I am tall. I want to ask you if they are comfortable to wear for along period of time, comfortable around the neck when I am not using my headphones, and if the cord is a manageable length?
New User U
on Mar 1, 2017
Monoprice Modern Retro Over Ear Headphones
Monoprice Premium Hi-Fi DJ Style Over-the-Ear Pro Headphones with Mic
BEST ANSWER: As a long-time user of the 8323 and new owner of the 16150, I went the opposite way. So far, I personally find the 8323 to be slightly lacking detail in the mids and highs and to be somewhat less comfortable for long-term wear, though these are pretty subjective criticisms. However, the 8323 is extraordinarily portable, relatively comfortable around the neck given the size - though it's easy enough to just use them with an ear cup off, they pivot and fold in many handy ways - and the cord is detachable, so if it isn't a manageable length for you, you can use any male-male 3.5mm cable and make it manageable. They're a good fit for me when listening to music while out-and-about or while working around the house - that said, they're still not truly small, these are over-the-ear headphones for everyone I've let try them.
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- E on Mar 3, 2017
BEST ANSWER: As a long-time user of the 8323 and new owner of the 16150, I went the opposite way. So far, I personally find the 8323 to be slightly lacking detail in the mids and highs and to be somewhat less comfortable for long-term wear, though these are pretty subjective criticisms. However, the 8323 is extraordinarily portable, relatively comfortable around the neck given the size - though it's easy enough to just use them with an ear cup off, they pivot and fold in many handy ways - and the cord is detachable, so if it isn't a manageable length for you, you can use any male-male 3.5mm cable and make it manageable. They're a good fit for me when listening to music while out-and-about or while working around the house - that said, they're still not truly small, these are over-the-ear headphones for everyone I've let try them.
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Are the cups for the 16150 bigger than the 8323?
A shopper
on Apr 17, 2017
Monoprice Modern Retro Over Ear Headphones
Monoprice Premium Hi-Fi DJ Style Over-the-Ear Pro Headphones with Mic
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question. The 16150 will have a little larger ear cups than the 8323.
The 16150 inner ear cups will have a inner diameter of 59.5mm. Where the 8323 inner ear cups will be 40mm wide and 59mm tall. I hope this helps.
Should you require additional assistance, please reach out to our technical support team with a detailed question via any of the methods available here:
https://www.monoprice.com/help?pn=contact
Our knowledgeable Technical Support staff would be more than happy to assist. Thank you
The 16150 inner ear cups will have a inner diameter of 59.5mm. Where the 8323 inner ear cups will be 40mm wide and 59mm tall. I hope this helps.
Should you require additional assistance, please reach out to our technical support team with a detailed question via any of the methods available here:
https://www.monoprice.com/help?pn=contact
Our knowledgeable Technical Support staff would be more than happy to assist. Thank you
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- Mark P Staff on May 25, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question. The 16150 will have a little larger ear cups than the 8323.
The 16150 inner ear cups will have a inner diameter of 59.5mm. Where the 8323 inner ear cups will be 40mm wide and 59mm tall. I hope this helps.
Should you require additional assistance, please reach out to our technical support team with a detailed question via any of the methods available here:
https://www.monoprice.com/help?pn=contact
Our knowledgeable Technical Support staff would be more than happy to assist. Thank you
The 16150 inner ear cups will have a inner diameter of 59.5mm. Where the 8323 inner ear cups will be 40mm wide and 59mm tall. I hope this helps.
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- Mark P Staff on May 25, 2017
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How does this headphone compare to the 8323? Is this a newer model of the same headphone and is it basically the same drive with larger/different pads etc? How does this compare in Bass response and noise isolation?
Jason J
on Jun 22, 2017
BEST ANSWER: The Retros have a 50mm as does the 8323, but it has a wider frequency response range allowing for a wider range of sounds. You are also looking at a Sensitivity rating of 100dB vs 94. With a lower impedance rating for the retros you are also going to get better sound quality.
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- Desmond F. Staff on Jul 30, 2017
BEST ANSWER: The Retros have a 50mm as does the 8323, but it has a wider frequency response range allowing for a wider range of sounds. You are also looking at a Sensitivity rating of 100dB vs 94. With a lower impedance rating for the retros you are also going to get better sound quality.
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- Desmond F. Staff on Jul 30, 2017
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Will a version wit detachable cord be made? I own them and the cord's length is silly. Want another pair with regular or detachable cord.
Miguel OR Erin G
on Mar 22, 2018
BEST ANSWER: No plans for detachable cord at this time. This semi-pro headset is designed for audio engineers to move freely throughout the recording studio.
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- Dave L Staff on Apr 2, 2018
BEST ANSWER: No plans for detachable cord at this time. This semi-pro headset is designed for audio engineers to move freely throughout the recording studio.
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Which have better sound quality monoprice retro or monoprice HR-5c ????
A shopper
on Jun 28, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Have not compared them
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- Louis C on Jun 29, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 14, 2018
BEST ANSWER: Have not compared them
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what is the weight of this headphone?
New User U
on Dec 24, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
These would be about 1.13 lbs.
These would be about 1.13 lbs.
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- Tyler C Staff on Dec 26, 2019
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These would be about 1.13 lbs.
These would be about 1.13 lbs.
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How long will shipping take?
A shopper
on Aug 18, 2020
Is there a non leather version coming out?
A shopper
on Nov 22, 2022
The description indicates the earpads are split-leather. Can the manufacturer confirm if they are truly leather or rather "synthetic leather"? It may be helpful to clarify for those interested in avoiding leather.
A shopper
on Feb 28, 2023
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Rated 4 out of 5
Goood sound headphones
Comfortable if to use extra bought XL round earpieces.
Good sound good isolation.
They are not designed for wireless battery powered applications and do not have active noise cancelling. This is the reason they sound much better than expensive SONY or BOSE or Audio-Technica or Sennheiser when those are used in power off mode.
Good for static setup with wired connection, not fording, the cable is not detachable, may not be a good fit for rough environments or. travel (take a lot of space.)
Good sound good isolation.
They are not designed for wireless battery powered applications and do not have active noise cancelling. This is the reason they sound much better than expensive SONY or BOSE or Audio-Technica or Sennheiser when those are used in power off mode.
Good for static setup with wired connection, not fording, the cable is not detachable, may not be a good fit for rough environments or. travel (take a lot of space.)
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Rated 5 out of 5
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Very pleased with the sound quality. Once positioned slightly forward of the ears, bass performance was great. Happy music lover. Thanku
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Rated 5 out of 5
Perfect for the money. Nice to have a 10 foot cord.
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Rated 4 out of 5
Great bass extension and soundstage however I wish the driver covers were a little more flat
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Rated 5 out of 5
Excellent Value
Bought these to replace ATH M40X and I am very pleased with the sound quality. Excellent value.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Can't be beat fr the price
While not high, the sound is pretty good for the money. Still in the break in period so who knows how they will sound afterwards.
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Rated 4 out of 5
Sound good, little isolation
Sound great but I bought them to practice drums with and they just don't have enough isolation to make that possible. Otherwise great headphones for chilling out and listening to music.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Great performance at great price
These are great! I have them connected to my Blue Yeti for conference calls
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Response from Monoprice
Wow, you are awesome! Thank you for giving us a 5-star rating and a rave review. We bet you sound like a pro with our over-ear headphones and your Blue Yeti. If you want to take your audio game to the next level, why not try our microphone stands and pop filters? They are super cool and easy to use. You can find them on our website, along with other amazing products. Thanks for choosing us and have a fun day!
October 31, 2023
Eli S
Rated 3 out of 5
Not as good as I hoped it would be. I'd like to return it for a refund.
It looks nice. A clean design and it's comfortable to wear. However it's not as loud as it should be. I compared it with two old sets I have. My Koss pro/4 A11 plus is much louder but uncomfortable. The AKG K240 is the best. Visually it's similar tp the Monoprice but with a much bigger sound and the best fidelity of the three. The Koss is the loudest but the least accurate.
I'd like to return the Monoprice if you'll pay for the shipping. It's in all the original packaging. The 3.5 mm adapter did not come with it.
I'd like to return the Monoprice if you'll pay for the shipping. It's in all the original packaging. The 3.5 mm adapter did not come with it.
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Response from Monoprice
Thank you for your feedback on our Monoprice headphones. We are sorry to hear that they did not meet your expectations in terms of sound quality and loudness. We appreciate your comparison with other brands and models, and we will use your input to improve our products in the future. We apologize for the missing 3.5 mm adapter, and we will gladly accept your return and refund you. Please contact us via chat, email, or phone by accessing: [www.monoprice.com/help?pn=contact]. One of our representatives will assist you with the return process and the shipping cost.
October 10, 2023
Eli S
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