Monoprice HR-5C High Resolution Closed Back Wired Headphones
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Do they have a mic?
A shopper
on Apr 18, 2021
BEST ANSWER: No. These do not contain a built-in microphone. These are comfortable, straight-forward, relatively "flat-response" headphones. Meaning, most people will find them to be lack-luster and without a hefty foundation. However, studio engineers will be pretty darn impressed (just give them about 5 our 6 hours of good break-in time).
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- David P on Apr 18, 2021
- Purchased on Nov 25, 2020
BEST ANSWER: No. These do not contain a built-in microphone. These are comfortable, straight-forward, relatively "flat-response" headphones. Meaning, most people will find them to be lack-luster and without a hefty foundation. However, studio engineers will be pretty darn impressed (just give them about 5 our 6 hours of good break-in time).
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- David P on Apr 18, 2021
- Purchased on Nov 25, 2020
No mic, but very good headphones.
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- Ron C on Apr 18, 2021
- Purchased on Jul 18, 2020
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those have better sound quality than monoprice retro ?????
A shopper
on Jun 24, 2019
BEST ANSWER: It depends on what your definition of "better" is. I own both but I think it's pretty safe to say that the 5C sounds better, although it has less bass than the Retros. But even though the quantity of bass is less on the 5C, the quality of bass is better (tighter and more controlled). However, if you are a basshead, the 5C might not have enough oomph for you.
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- Bronson W on Jun 24, 2019
- Purchased on Mar 10, 2019
BEST ANSWER: It depends on what your definition of "better" is. I own both but I think it's pretty safe to say that the 5C sounds better, although it has less bass than the Retros. But even though the quantity of bass is less on the 5C, the quality of bass is better (tighter and more controlled). However, if you are a basshead, the 5C might not have enough oomph for you.
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- Bronson W on Jun 24, 2019
- Purchased on Mar 10, 2019
I’ve never heard the retro cans. From what I’ve read and experienced myself with quite a few headphones I’m sure they are overall better. The HR-5C cans are very clear & clean sounding, no tinniness or cheap vibe. Be ware they are essentially studio monitor style for a sound profile, nothing is especially pushed or recessed. They are not heavy on the bass but what’s there is smooth. If anything they tilt towards the highs and mids but not overly treble rich. I imagine the retros don’t come off as high end but as with my other Monoprice headphones punch way above their price-point. Those retros sure look nice in pictures but I’ve never seen them in real life. The HR-5Cs are just as nice as they appear in pics.
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- Eddie on Jun 24, 2019
- Purchased on Feb 28, 2019
Having used both, I purchased retros for my daughter, I'd have to say yes. In my opinion the HR-5C is more accurate in mid/highs, but can be overwhelming in bass. That's not to say that I didn't enjoy the retros. The retro is definitely not a cheap headphone in spite of the price, very pleasing. Finally, though I am enjoying the "5C", I probably wouldn't purchase another, but I would definitely purchase and reccomend retros. I would probably try a set of 560s or 1060s. The way Monoprice prices headphones one can be easily tempted to experiment.
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- Myron M on Jun 30, 2019
- Purchased on Apr 25, 2019
I haven't used the Retro headphones. It of course depends on what you will be using them for. In my experience with the HR-5C they have a very flat uncolored response. They definitely don't have any kind of low end bump or enhancement, which is great for my purpose. If you are using them strictly to listen to music then you may find them lacking, as most people seem to like the enhanced bass that many headphones incorporate into their freq response.
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- David G on Jun 24, 2019
- Purchased on Jan 24, 2019
I expect so but have not done an A/B test. I can tell you that, compared with other quality close headphones such as the Audio Technica M-50 series, these sound just as good or better, especially with respect to bass extension and lucidity of midrange instruments. The "retro" series, being "knock-offs" of AKG headphones of yore, are a different sort of headphone.
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- bobatious on Jun 24, 2019
- Purchased on May 1, 2019
Yes, they sound much better, are more comfortable (2 sets of ear pads) and have a better build quality. I prefer these over my AT M40X.
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- Marcus M on Jun 24, 2019
- Purchased on Apr 8, 2019
I do not have the retro headphones to compare. The HR-5c sound pretty good to me. I use them often.
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- Stephen B on Jun 24, 2019
- Purchased on Oct 31, 2018
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does HR – 5C work with iPhone? My boyfriend rides the subway and wants to watch videos.
A shopper
on Nov 5, 2019
BEST ANSWER: The headphones are compatible with iPhones that have a headphone jack.
Additionally, the headphone connector is thicker than most and may not be able to fully be inserted into the jack due to the case I had on my phone. I needed to replace the case and it worked fine.
Additionally, the headphone connector is thicker than most and may not be able to fully be inserted into the jack due to the case I had on my phone. I needed to replace the case and it worked fine.
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- Khalil B on Nov 5, 2019
- Purchased on May 20, 2019
BEST ANSWER: The headphones are compatible with iPhones that have a headphone jack.
Additionally, the headphone connector is thicker than most and may not be able to fully be inserted into the jack due to the case I had on my phone. I needed to replace the case and it worked fine.
Additionally, the headphone connector is thicker than most and may not be able to fully be inserted into the jack due to the case I had on my phone. I needed to replace the case and it worked fine.
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- Khalil B on Nov 5, 2019
- Purchased on May 20, 2019
He will need one with either a headphone jack or a headphone adapter, but it's just your standard headphone cord (the surrounding plug is somewhat thick in case that's an issue with how the jack is positioned).
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- Benjamin W on Nov 5, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 10, 2018
They would work as long as he has the correct adapter. If his iPhone doesn't have a headphone jack then he would need one of the Lighting to Headphone adapters. He should have got one with his phone.
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- David G on Nov 5, 2019
- Purchased on Jan 24, 2019
I'll answer it this way; it does not include a lightning cable but I imagine you can get an adaptor (looks like they can be had for ~$10). I hope that helps..
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- Avrohom K on Nov 6, 2019
- Purchased on Feb 26, 2019
They will if you have the Lightning to audio jack adapter or an older phone that still has the built in audio jack.
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- Steve on Nov 5, 2019
- Purchased on May 15, 2019
I believe with the iPhone you need an adapter for the plug since iPhone no longer has the RCA plug
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- Patrick G on Nov 5, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 10, 2018
iPhone 7 or older has the 1/8” headphone jack. Newer iPhones have lightning jack.
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- rockonmu on Nov 6, 2019
- Purchased on Feb 18, 2019
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Will they fit someone with a large head? (Size 8)
A shopper
on Jun 24, 2021
Probably, my head size is 7 something, depending on how much hair I have at the time. I have room to spare so you should be OK.
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- Richard K on Jun 25, 2021
- Purchased on May 13, 2021
I am pretty sure they will fit, they stretch out pretty wide.
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- Justin M on Jun 25, 2021
- Purchased on Oct 29, 2020
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Does the cable have a mic?
A shopper
on Oct 18, 2018
I don't have the headphones, but the photos show a cable ending with only three contact points (tip, first ring, second ring). Cables with a mic, will have four contact points (the extra for the mic).
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- Seth W on Oct 18, 2018
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What are the lengths of the two cables?
Jaimin P
on Jan 5, 2019
BEST ANSWER: The cable is 10' long, not counting the connectors. The first 9 feet the left & right wires are joined together, and they split apart for the final 12 inches (again, not counting the connectors at the end).
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- Keith B on Jan 6, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 12, 2018
BEST ANSWER: The cable is 10' long, not counting the connectors. The first 9 feet the left & right wires are joined together, and they split apart for the final 12 inches (again, not counting the connectors at the end).
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- Keith B on Jan 6, 2019
- Purchased on Dec 12, 2018
These headphone cables are 10 feet long, seriously!
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- Jared R on Jan 13, 2019
- Purchased on Oct 19, 2018
10', one Y cable 3.5 mm ends with 1/4" adapter.
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- Galen S on Jan 7, 2019
- Purchased on Nov 10, 2018
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What is their weight?
New User U
on Jul 19, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
These would weigh about 2 lbs.
These would weigh about 2 lbs.
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- Tyler C Staff on Sep 20, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Thank you for your question.
These would weigh about 2 lbs.
These would weigh about 2 lbs.
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- Tyler C Staff on Sep 20, 2019
With cable - 375g
Without cable - 286g
Without cable - 286g
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- Stephen B on Jul 17, 2020
- Purchased on Jul 13, 2020
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What does Professional DSP Tuned mean?I know what DSP is, but these look like analog headphones. Is there DSP circuitry in these headphones?
Allan M
on Oct 18, 2018
BEST ANSWER: The driver has been DSP tuned at the factory.
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- New User U Staff on Oct 18, 2018
Sorry, that’s means nothing to me. DSP means digital signal processing. DSP means passing a digital signal through a process to alter the digital signal. These headphones are analog, right? Are you saying the FR of the headphones was tuned to flat? “DSP tuned” just means nothing when referring to analog headphones.
BEST ANSWER: The driver has been DSP tuned at the factory.
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- New User U Staff on Oct 18, 2018
Sorry, that’s means nothing to me. DSP means digital signal processing. DSP means passing a digital signal through a process to alter the digital signal. These headphones are analog, right? Are you saying the FR of the headphones was tuned to flat? “DSP tuned” just means nothing when referring to analog headphones.
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What is the sensitivity? Do these need an amp?
Jaimin P
on Jan 5, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Sensitivity is 105dB.These work well without an amp, but an amp usually makes everything sound better.
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- New User U Staff on Jan 6, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Sensitivity is 105dB.These work well without an amp, but an amp usually makes everything sound better.
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How well do these isolate sound? Would they be adequate for listening to backing tracks while playing acoustic drums or with a band?
Jaimin P
on Jan 5, 2019
BEST ANSWER: I feel like these isolate pretty well.
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- New User U Staff on Jan 6, 2019
BEST ANSWER: I feel like these isolate pretty well.
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Is there a shorter cable I can get to use with this headphone?
Sang P
on Apr 17, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Yes, but I couldn't find it here. Brainwavz has one they offer on their site, getting the phones from here and shorter cable from them is still a better deal as of now. These have the color coded ends and are manufactured for this set of headphones.
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- Durk K on May 23, 2019
- Purchased on May 12, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Yes, but I couldn't find it here. Brainwavz has one they offer on their site, getting the phones from here and shorter cable from them is still a better deal as of now. These have the color coded ends and are manufactured for this set of headphones.
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- Durk K on May 23, 2019
- Purchased on May 12, 2019
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is this headphone have better sound quality than monoprice retro????
New User U
on Jun 24, 2019
BEST ANSWER: I don't have the retro ones to compare with, but the HR-5C sound great to me and I am happy with them so far...
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- Steve on Jun 24, 2019
- Purchased on May 15, 2019
BEST ANSWER: I don't have the retro ones to compare with, but the HR-5C sound great to me and I am happy with them so far...
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- Steve on Jun 24, 2019
- Purchased on May 15, 2019
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does HR-5C plug into iPhone? Boyfriend likes to watch videos on the phone during subway commute.
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on Nov 5, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Depends if your iPhone versions has a headphone jack or not.
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- New User U Staff on Nov 5, 2019
it's iphone6 plus with 3.5mm stereo headphone minijack; will that work with hr-5c headphones?
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- New User U on Nov 7, 2019
Yes it will.
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- New User U Staff on Nov 7, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Depends if your iPhone versions has a headphone jack or not.
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- New User U Staff on Nov 5, 2019
it's iphone6 plus with 3.5mm stereo headphone minijack; will that work with hr-5c headphones?
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- New User U on Nov 7, 2019
Yes it will.
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The product details say this comes with one 1.3M cable, but in the Q&A people are saying it comes with a 3M cable. Which is true?
Timothy T
on Nov 15, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Mine came with the 3M.
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- Chris G on Nov 15, 2019
- Purchased on Oct 22, 2019
BEST ANSWER: Mine came with the 3M.
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- Chris G on Nov 15, 2019
- Purchased on Oct 22, 2019
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i bought these hoping to be able to replace the cord with something shorter for portability or in case of breakage, but i can't find a replacement cable anywhere, not 1.3m or 3m. i found a cable for brainwavz's hm5 headphones that looks like it may work, but that is the ONLY thing i could find outside of buying a feamale-to-male y splitter and a male-to-male stereo cable.
My questions are: can i buy a cable either of any length from monoprice? will the brainwavz hm5 cable work on these headphones? will my solution above of using a splitter and an extension work?
Thanks
My questions are: can i buy a cable either of any length from monoprice? will the brainwavz hm5 cable work on these headphones? will my solution above of using a splitter and an extension work?
Thanks
A shopper
on Mar 17, 2020
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Do these only come with one frame for the two earpads? It seems that if you switch from pad to pad to often, they will rip and become unusable.
Andy M
on Jul 22, 2021
BEST ANSWER: Yes there is only one frame. The pads are very snug so I wouldn't change them out very often, but they seem very durable.
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- Therese Jakob J on Jul 23, 2021
- Purchased on Jun 25, 2021
BEST ANSWER: Yes there is only one frame. The pads are very snug so I wouldn't change them out very often, but they seem very durable.
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- Therese Jakob J on Jul 23, 2021
- Purchased on Jun 25, 2021
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What are the dimensions of the case for these headphones?
Ethan M
on Jul 1, 2019
Are the L/R mono plugs on the cable 2.5 or 3.5 mm?
A shopper
on Apr 8, 2020
Can the Monoprice HR-5C be run in balanced mode with a 4-pin XLR plug on the amplifier end and two 3.5mm (1/8") plugs on the headphone end? I'm assuming the plugs on the headphone end are 3.5mm and not 2.5mm. Please correct me if I'm wrong.
New User U
on Oct 16, 2020
do they sell replacement cables?
New User U
on Oct 26, 2020
Does monoprice sell a replacement band for this headphone? I've had a pair like this before and the band was the first thing to break.
New User U
on Nov 20, 2021
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Rated 4 out of 5
Sound amazing, long cable, though they creak and make some noise
My only gripe about these is that when I use them for tracking vocals, they creak and make noise if I move too much. So if you're using them for that, take note! Otherwise wonderful, comfortable cans for pro audio.
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Rated 3 out of 5
sound ok but brittle
the arm broke off taking it out of the bag. the first time. and i was gentle.
but thats what you get for cheap i guess. id be gentle with these.
but thats what you get for cheap i guess. id be gentle with these.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Great deal
Way exceed my expectations, very comfortable, very good sound, good sound attenuation without closing off room acoustics, and excellent build quality.
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Rated 5 out of 5
comfortable
I like them and recommend them.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Great cheap headphones
Great hjeadphones, remind me of the Brainwavez headphones I have but with a slightly different signature. Good sound stage and stereo seperation, bass can be a bit heavy but not bad. They are low impedance but drive better with an amplifier.
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Rated 5 out of 5
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Rated 5 out of 5
Great sound and comfort.
I am very pleased with these headphones. The sound is transparent and accurate from high to low. They are extremely comfortable even when wearing them for hours and hours. They do a nice job of isolating the audio in both directions.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Very good budget closed backs
Quite good headphones for an unbelievable price. You might be annoyed by the two different connector points on the aux cable, but the fact that they made it removable makes up for that imo. Easy reccomendation.
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Rated 5 out of 5
Worth The Money!
I mainly use these headphones for mixing. Great low end and highs! Strong mid range also! Mixes have improved with these! 5 stars!
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Rated 5 out of 5
Love the quality for such a great price.
Great product, great sound, comfortable during those 2 hour Teams calls.
Amazing design, great packaging, I would buy Monoproce again
Amazing design, great packaging, I would buy Monoproce again
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