This section covers a variety of headphones we consider to be outstanding for monitoring digital drum modules. All models recommended here feature closed-ear design. This means the ear cups are sealed to reduce outside noise so that you do not hear the stick attack of your Electronic Drumset. All models also feature exceptional low and high frequency response essential to reproducing bass drums and cymbals. We also highly recommend you check out our section on In Ear Monitors. IEMs are very popular because they do not slip off your head during aggressive playing, they are capable of providing very high quality sound, and they are virtually undetectable when playing live. All headphones shown can be powered by the headphone output in all current drum modules and do not require an external headphone amplifier (except where noted).
VERY GOOD
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Sony MDR CD380
These headphones are the best sounding headphones in this price range that we've tested. Very efficient design does not require headphone amplifier and offers great fidelity, outstanding low end and excellent high-frequency response.
Street Price $50.00 |
BETTER
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AKG K 240 M
One of the most widely used Studio headphones in the world. Very durable, comfortable design and excellent fidelity. Replaceable ear cushions. Straight cord (yeah!)
Street Price $99.00 |
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KOSS PRO4AA
Another one of the most widely used Studio headphones in the world. Very durable, comfortable design and excellent fidelity. Replaceable ear cushions. Coiled cord.
Street Price $99.00 |
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SENNHEISER HD-280 PRO
Very popular headphone which features very, crisp clean response and exceptional low-end. Very durable, comfortable design and excellent fidelity. Easily replaceable parts. Straight cord (yeah!)
Street Price $99.00 |
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SONY MDR 7506
Another very popular headphone which features very, crisp clean response and exceptional low-end. Very durable, comfortable design and excellent fidelity. Straight cord (yeah!)
Street Price $99.00 |
BEST
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AKG 270 S
These are the best sounding headphones we've ever used and tested. Dual driver design offers the most accurate bass and incredible spatial transparency. These headphones will require a beefy headphone amplifier to drive them, but the sound quality at high SPLs is unsurpassed. Straight cord (yeah!)
Street Price $250.00 |
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SONY MDR 7509
These are a step up from the 7506's. Extended frequency response, deeper ear cups, and better construction. One of the best. Very efficient also. Coiled cord
Street Price $200.00 |
