Future Music, in conjunction with musicradar. have ranked the top 5 studio and DJ headphones that mobile disc
jockeys should be rocking. Check out the rankings below:
Top Studio and DJ Headphones of 2014
1. Philips A5 Pro
As mentioned on Philips website, the A5-PRO headphones have been co-designed with
Armin van Buuren, whose experience as a world-renowned DJ has helped to engineer the headphones to the highest industry standard. With unparalleled sound in a robust
aluminum construction, these DJ headphones are built for both comfort and
performance.
2. AKG K812
First impressions are everything and the AKG K812 studio DJ headphones made quite the impression on the Future Music reviewers. Designed for music professionals, the K812 headphones empower the user to experience the smallest sonic details with the most
accurate balance for mixing, mastering, and even music production.
3. ATH-M50x Professional Monitor Headphones
The ATH-M50 was the most critically acclaimed model in the M-Series line from Audio Technica and the company has improved upon the model with the ATH-M50x DJ
headphones. With exceptional clarity throughout an extended frequency range, and a deep, accurate bass response, these headphones have earned their place as a top choice for studio mixing and DJ monitoring.
As mentioned on the Sennheiser website, these headphones were “designed for the most demanding users and punishing pro environments, they have been developed in
conjunction with some of the world’s top DJs.” The HD8 DJ headphones by Sennheiser are a serious tool for those DJs who take performance seriously.
5. Reloop RHP-10 Mono
The latest member of the Reloop line of headphones, the RHP-10 Mono is the first Reloop model devoted to one-ear monitoring. With a single ear cup construction designed for fast cueing of a track and a water-resistant ear pad intended to withstand demanding live gigs, this DJ headphone is a dependable piece of equipment for those who are fans of one-ear monitoring.
For the full list of reviews, visit musicradar.