V-MODA Crossfade LP2 Vocal Limited Edition Over-Ear Noise-Isolating Metal Headphone - Matte Black

I love the V Moda LP2. It's one of my favs among my collection. Thunderous Bass without compromising the rest of the frequency response. Mids are smooth and clear - vocals come out nicely without loss. Treble is controlled and is in a nice Goldie Locks zone...not too bright, not too dull. ***YOU MUST GET THE UPGRADED EAR PADS - MAKES A HUGE DIFFERENCE IN SOUND AND COMFORT. I'm so glad I listened to another reviewer when I bought them. I bought the V Moda upgraded pads with the purchase. As shown in the picture, I opted for the grey pads. They look pretty cool. It matches the interior/ underneath grey headband fabric as well as the grey V Moda logo on top of the headband. I did try the stock pads first...sounds decent, but doesn't provide as much thunderous Bass as it does with the thicker upgraded pads ...the sound in general was a bit lack luster compared to with the upgrade imo...But those upgraded pads changed the sonic characteristics for the awesome good. Plus the stock pads were NOT comfortable (didn't take too long before I was uncomfortable). Upgraded pads are absolutely comfortable! Just get them. Don't think about it. Especially now that the pricing is so, so low and affordable (even off sale) for a great set of headphones. I dare you to find something else in this price range with these particular sweet characteristics. The build quality is superb. I read a couple people saying it wasn't all that - don't listen to them. I have my own collection of headphones (all sorts and types)...trust me - these LP2s are built like a tank. It doesn't make them too heavy either. Although they aren't quite certified as High Resolution like the V Moda Crossfade M-100's, they still have great sound quality. No doubt. I've never tried the M-100's, but I've read many people go back and forth arguing which one is better at this, that, and the other. Heres the bottom line of what I found (in case you are wondering) - M-100 has a frequency response of 5-40k Hz vs the LP2's 5-30k Hz range. The LP2 is still better than most standard headphones that have only 20-20k Hz...So it's not a make or break. Many people report that the M-100 does have slightly better resolution, detail and maybe separation (maybe ...maybe one of those or all ..this is mostly opinion) However - those who seem to be more honest and aren't suffering from the placebo affect (meaning that they don't automatically think the more expensive one is better) say the difference isn't huge. I can't verify that. Theres also an argument over which one has more bass...After an exhausting search thru pages upon pages of reviews on that topic, I found undeniable proof that the LP2 does indeed have more Bass. A review revieled that an actual engineer from V Moda had indicated that the LP2 does have more Bass tuning than the M-100...that's because the M-100 is tuned to be more accurate (although it still has a somewhat energetic tuning - especially compared to other High Res sets). *For the money, the LP2 is clearly the better deal - it's not even close...not by a long shot...especially when they are on a super sale - the higher model versions become stupid to get unless you really want that tad bit extra and have money to burn. If you want Bass (or if you don't, it's ok - EQ works) - THIS is it...don't go any farther...and yes - if it's not enough out of box, you can add more Bass thru an EQ safely and it will still sound wonderful. It's a very EQ'able headphone (EQ works well across the spectrum if needed). Same with other way around - if it's too much, you can easily decrease it. I don't think the Bass is flabby and / or muddies-up in the lower mid range --- it does just fine. It hits hard and fairly quick for what it is. Punchy doesn't quite explain it lol. (More than just punchy.) Unless you want Bluetooth, there's really nothing else that's quit like this in this price range. There is the Bluetooth Skullcandy Crusher Evo with its fun heptic Bass slider (LP2 does have BETTER all round sound quality compared to the Crusher Evo and other variants - easily...the only pro to the Crusher is it's sick bumping bass that literally rattles your brain from its built in subwoofer driver - if that's your thing - I have 3 different Crusher models lol) There's a few other headphone models out there that kinda have similar sound quality matched with super Bass, but they are kinda rare and mostly imported from Japan (Japan export models) -ie older Audio Technica Solid Bass models <OR> they are discontinued - ie older Sony XBass ...Soooooo- dont bother going any farther. Plus this LP2 is built better than any of those I have in mind. This headphone is a must for any collection...for anybody regardless of music genre and sound taste. It's versatile :) Considering the LP2 has a low resistance driver (32ohm), you can play these anywhere on any device. --- Bottom line -----> 50mm drivers...gets loud...booty slapping Bass...nice, clear audio... enough detail...comfortable (get those upgraded pads or at least an aftermarket upgrade if not official V Moda pads --- *** I do recommend the V Moda pads if available - no need to skimp here! )...build is premium and parts are replaceable (and customizable!)...their fit and finish is cool looking with a premium twist. I think I covered it...I could keep rambling on but I think you get the point. All you have to do now is hit the "Buy it Now" button and wait for it to be delivered to your address. Enjoy, beautiful Humans :) Take care - love ya :)

I am a college student and I like to listen to music on campus. I usually use them for music, videos, and sometimes gaming. I have had these cans for nearly a whole year now so now I feel like it's a good time to finally gave my review. As a background, I am not an audiophile. I do not look for the best and most expensive headphones. I look for the ones that give the best sound for the money. I seek for an uneven balance between performance and cost, performance being higher than the cost and luckily I stumbled across these bad boys. This headset was the perfect match for me. It offered high quality sound with high quality design at a price point that would make your wallets happy. Let's start with the most important factor when it comes to audio headsets like these. Performance: Compared to my other headsets that I have used in the past mainly for gaming, this one takes the cake. It offered incredible full stereo sound that sounds very crisp and clean. It has a very balanced sound and the bass has boom. The bass is just right and is not overpowering. I have used 3 headsets before. The Plantronics Gamecom 780, the SteelSeries Siberia V2 usb 7.1 version, and the Sennheiser HD201. I rarely used the Sennheiser so I can't really compare much but all I remember is that that one seems quiet and delivers average sound. The sound details on that one isn't that great and the bass seems to lack as I can recall. Both the Gamecom and Siberia performed better than the Sennheiser as the Sennheiser model is the HD201 which is very cheap and low end model. The Gamecom and Siberia both deliver Stereo and also 7.1 as an option. The V-moda LP2s may not have that 7.1 channel for virtual sound however on its own it sounds slightly better than those two with 7.1 virtual surround as I have tried them all for gaming mostly. Still, you can get a 7.1 surround for the LP2s if you have the software or some adapter for it. I use the Razer Surround Pro edition software and it works nicely. Overall in terms of performance, the V-moda LP2s outperformed all three headsets. It has excellent lows, great mids, and great highs. When I go to the gym, I like to play my old gaming music from my childhood. I would blast hd remasters or remixes of soundtracks from Castlevania and Final Fantasy series. They get me pumped up when I train and it sounds phenomenal! I also listen to anime music and also EDMs. Build and Design Quality: When it comes to build and design quality, I give it a 9! The V-moda LP2s feel and look very high end and premium. It has a sexy black look and hexagonal cups that make it shout the word "SEXY!" and it is just SEXY! Granted you can also order and customize the metal plates outside if you wish. Oh and not only are these SEXY but these are BEAST! It is very TOUGH in build quality. They design this with like the HULK's soul embedded into it or something as these are built like tanks. The material is mostly metal and some plastic but the plastic is very strong and high quality. Also the weak spots to wear headphones tend to snap are reinforced with more plastic and metal. The wire is braided like the cord of a high end gaming mouse and the plug is gold plated so that's a plus. Oh and I forgot to mention the headband/headrest on this is very flexible and can flex a lot with no breaks. All this high quality material on it makes it seem like it's a heavy thing to wear but it's NOT! It's AMAZINGLY LIGHT! Comfort: I have NOT used these with the stock ear pads but instead with the XL Memory Pads. They don't put a lot of pressure on your head and it feels nice to wear them. I feel like I can wear them for hours. For comfort I say it is GREAT! About 8 out of 10! The headband/headrest is great too! Also the comfort of outside noise is nice. The outside noise is somewhat blocked and reduced when wearing these as these have passive noise cancellation. It significantly reduces higher sounds and keeping the other sounds down a bit. When I wear these on a indoor crowded campus food court, it made the surrounding area full of talking people sound much more quiet to a comfortable level. Overall: I recommend getting this headset unless you want the M-100s which are truly for audiophiles. Also the new V-moda headset is coming out. The V-moda Crossfade Wireless headset is the new one coming out soon and it is said to sound on par or better than the M-100s! Maybe it's already out and available, just not on the Amazon yet. Other notes: I bought these during Black Friday sale at Amazon at a nice price. I did not use stock ear pads only XL ones which are sold separately. I use Razer Surround Pro for 7.1 virtual surround on my PC for gaming. For the gym I used this headset wireless by taking the cable off and putting a bluetooth adapter on it although there is a wireless version of this headset coming out soon but much more expensive. EXTRA notes to mention: It also comes in with extra cable and plugs and other goodies like extra shield plates(gunmetal color)! It has a nice tough black suit spiderman like case and the box is nice too! Plus 2 Year Warranty and Immortal Life 50% Program! SUMMARY: [Performance: 8.5; B&D Quality: 9; Comfort: 8] = MUST BUY!

Let me start right off the bat. Great sound, great build, and nicely designed. After searching months for a new pair of headphones, I decided to buy these crossfades. My previous pair of headphones where Sol Republic Master Tracks HD. They were beautiful in sound, but unfortunately the cable connecting to one of the drivers broke after two years. So this time I took the time to search for headphones with a superb build, especially with cable strength. And of course, apart the advertised sound quality, what sold me was the material of the cable. The cable is beautifully covered in kevlar, which was exactly the sturdy make I was finally looking for. Overall, the whole pair is made with very quality material, no squeaky parts or cracks when handling them. However, I will express the comfort of these. I believe they feel like this when used for the first time, but they do have a tight fit around your head and ears. Perhaps with the use of time they become "loose". It's not an uncomfortable squeeze either, but you'll probably get tired with them while wearing them for too long. And due to the tight fit, it will most likely be that the speaker drivers will slightly touch your ears upon so, resulting in discomfort quickly. There is a SOLUTION to this minor annoyance. Buy the Xl Memory Cushions and you'll enjoy the crossfades to the fullest. I ordered my pair of crossfades without the XL cushions, thinking I didn't need them. After six days of using the corssfades I decided to invest in some XL cushions. I ordered them and they arrived the next day. I took off the stock cushions and installed the bigger ones. Pretty simple to remove the stock and installing the XL, look up videos on Youtube. Other than that, wow! The difference in comfort was definitely noticeable, much more pleasant to wear now. If you're the type of person whom wears headphones longer than 2 hours, then I strongly recommend buying the XL cushions, it will make you much more happier. With the stock cushions, you won't be wearing the headphones for longer than an hour, I guarantee it. And I assume this also applies for the M-100. The tight fit is still slightly present after installing the XL cushions, but much more tolerant to wear now. I mean, I personally prefer headphones that grip, rather than loose ones that constantly slip off. If you like headbanggin' (which you most likely will) these headphones are also for you. Or maybe you want to use them at the gym or run while wearing them. Well, the tight grip here has the strong advantage. As others have stated, these are bassy headphones, but not overwhelming. Delightful sound balance, and strong too. These headphones will sound great with all types of genres, but will likely cater more to those whom enjoy hip-hop and electronic music. Another reason why I bought these since most of my music preference is in the former range. Overall, I am beyond happy with the purchase. I think they even sound better than my previous headphones. You will not get any other headphones like these anywhere else for their price. These are a must for all music enthusiasts! One more thing, the presentation of their packaging blew me off. Definitely a unique experience opening my new crossfades and seeing all the detail that was put into the packaging. If I ever need new headphones or just want more, I'm gonna go with V-MODA.

I absolutely love, love, love these headphones. I bought them as an audiophile to not only further enjoy my music listening experience but also use them for personal recording, DJ, and studio work. I'll break down my review into a few different categories. Quality - Well made, durable, stylish, can "take a punch." The cable is made of a unique material that almost feels like a shoestring, it's light weight, nearly impossible to tangle, and noiseless if you move it around or hit it off of something while wearing the headphones. I've slept with these headphones on and have yet to bend or damage them. The leather on the headband adds a good feeling of high quality, and the cushion is comfortable on my head. The ear pieces fit comfortably on my head; I've worn the headphones for at least 8 straight hours on a road trip and I did not find the fit to be uncomfortable at any point. Also, the clam shell style case is really sturdy and sleek, it fits the headphones perfectly and I use it all the time to safely and stylishly transport my headphones. Packaging, Shipping - fast, accurate tracking, high quality packaging. V-Moda stands behind their products 100%. Their packaging does a good job of enforcing that. The headphones arrived promptly on the expected arrival date. The packaging not only protected the headphones, but is also sleekly designed to fit the headphones perfectly. Sound - All inclusive range, sounds like you're in a recording studio, noise cancelling. I consider myself a bit of a audiophile, and I have to say I am extremely pleased with these headphones. They sounded pretty good straight out of the box. After several hours of playing music, and letting the headphones "burn in," they sounded even better! I listen to all types of music from heavy metal to dubstep to country. They truly produce clear, crisp vocals, vibrant instrumentals, and strong bass that I haven't received from any other pair of headphones. I have found sometimes I hear things in songs that I have not heard before via any other audio output method! I know sound quality can be critiqued to near death, but I'll leave it at this - V-Moda has a passion for a high quality audio experience and sleek, stylish, durable products. If you're looking for quality sound that will suite your audiophile needs without the cost of extreme competitors, these headphones are for you! I am very pleased with them and would recommend them to anyone.

First up, as you'll see a lot of people either confirming or denying with headphones of this price range, I'm not an audiophile. I do have a high standard of what I want and what I look for, but I can't accurately compare these to other headphones and be able to tell you the slight nuances between them. What I can tell you is that I was searching for a high quality, hassle free gaming headset to last me a long time. I've never been fully happy with any gaming headsets I've ever bought. You usually sacrifice quality in some regard for the moniker of "gaming headset." I thought I had found the perfect solution when I stumbled upon the HyperX Cloud II's, but a (now rectified) software issue that caused popping and an insufficient, quiet mic ultimately lead me to returning them. I really, really did not want to return the Clouds. You will have a hard time finding anything anywhere near as comfortable or a gaming headset that sounds anywhere near that nice at the price-range Kingston asks for. After I decided I couldn't settle with the Clouds, I eventually found a product known as the V-Moda Boompro Mic. After hearing a mic quality test, I knew I wanted it. So then began my search for a nice pair of cans with a detachable audio cable, and of course V-MODA's own products were the first in line. After searching around a bit I decided on the LP2's for the supposed bass response and lesser price tag than the M-100's, which I also heavily considered. Once they finally arrived and I plugged them in, I was not initially impressed with the sound. It did not quite feel like what I was paying for, but then with a little EQ work these things really worked for my ears The sound now is almost perfect for me. I would have easily given these 5 stars if not for one issue: comfort.The V-MODA LP2's come with incredibly small ear pads by default, despite being marketed as Over the Ear, they are most certainly not for any regular sized adult human. You'll find that nearly everyone who owns any V-MODA cans recommend buying the XL Ear Pads, and you certainly should. They -definitely- improve comfort by a large margin, and even the sound stage to some degree. However, even with the XL pads, my left ear still feels cramped and hits the inner wall of the cans. I have to readjust the cushioning in the XL pads more often than I would like to get a comfortable fit. Since I am using these for long gaming sessions, the problem is even more of an issue to me. I honestly wish V-MODA made XXL pads or something of that nature. I may end up returning these if I can find another set of cans that seem like they would be a great fit for what I want, but I am reluctant to give up the sound that I have tweaked to my preference. If these had a higher comfort factor, they would be nearly flawless. PROS: - Great presentation with the packaging. I was reluctant to cut the fabric that holds the lid shut. I was a bit baffled why they would include such a disposable piece of cloth that you are intended to ruin, but I guess it's for that "premium" feel, or something. - Comes with a very high quality semi-hard case. It fits very tightly with almost no room for bouncing around inside. I do not think I could even manage to fit my V-MODA Boompro Mic inside, and it's just an audio cable and a small, flexible mic wire. - Construction is beyond solid. All metal, no creaking. You do not have to handle these like they fragile, because they certainly are not. You shouldn't abuse them just for the fun of it, but they would probably take it. - Style wins out on these, and the custom shield plates is an alluring factor, even if I don't plan on wearing them in public. CONS: - Comfort seems to be hit or miss with people. Even with what I would consider small ears, they still feel somewhat cramped inside. Clamping pressure is strong out of the box, but with a little (gentle) bending and overnight placing on the product box to help stretch them out, this effect has been mostly calmed. I also wish they would have added a tiny bit more padding to the headband. -Sound was not good for me out of the box. With a decent amount of EQ tweaking, I think I have found a good balance that brings out punchy, strong bass, but reduces how muddy it first sounded to me. Overall, if you're considering the LP2's and can't afford to go to the M-100's, you will most likely be beyond satisfied. If you are planning on using these for gaming, make sure you buy from somewhere with a good return policy, as the comfort factor may be a deal breaker for you. UPDATE August 2017: My only flaw with these headphones, the comfort, became a non-issue after extended use. They continued to slightly shift to fit my head and I no longer get cramping on my left ear when wearing these. Occasionally the headband does fatigue the top of my head, but it is an uncommon occurrence and it can be fixed by slightly pushing the band forward or back on my head. Overall I definitely do recommend these headphones. They've held up great!

I want to start by saying the headphones I have used, so you have a better understanding of where I am coming from with my review. After my last headphones broke a few months ago ( Razer Elektras) I went on a binge trying to find the right pair. Sennheiser HD 429s, bose soundlink, beats studio 2.0 (blue wired as well as Matt black), razer kraken, plantronics rig, jabra revo, sony mdrxz300 and Sony mdr1r, LG tone pro, sol republic tracks, some LGS that were on ear ( sold at tmobile), and a few different pairs from ross I won't name lol. I listen to hip hop, rap, metal, alternative, some country, r&b, so as you see, I'm not limited in my testing to review based on one genre of music. First I want to talk comfort. between all my headphones, after getting the xl cushions ( they should be offered free with purchase for those who have larger ears), these are by far the most comfortable headphones I have ever used, beating out many favorites from before. They sit around my ears nicely without adding heat over time, I wear them 6 to 10 hours a day ( walking to and from work, as well as gaming for a few hours when I get home), so comfort over time is a must. They do have a break in period, as any headphones do, however they do not have much discomfort to me during this period. Now to noise cancelling. These are not ambient, so all noise will not be blocked, but it does lower the volume of outside noise rather well. Of you want full noise cancelling, you have to spend around 250$+. Making and receiving calls is easy, and out of all, the family, friends and girlfriend say they do not hear much noise in the background, but they do hear noise. it is not bothersome like the others I have used, and the only pair that I've had that were better (at leasty girlfriend says) were the beats 2.0, I can't seeyself spending 300 to 400 on some headphones, so no. music Is beautiful to listen to, wondeful highs, good mids and lows,bass is great for the music I listen to, all ears are different tho. durability wise, I see none better. Military grade materials, excellent customer service and warranty. and last but not least, the customization is amazing. I'll post a few pics in a few days, but the detail is amazing. Being a gamer, I got my team logo and name on them, and it came out amazing. All in all, I recommend these highly, for gamers, music lovers, djs or anyone just wanting new headphones in general. The price is worth it.

Start: 03/24/14 V-MODA Crossfade LP2 Vocal Limited Edition Over-Ear I have A50 for Console gaming and Tritton 5.1 non-wireless for PC game. But I also want to listen music at work but don't like to carry all my headphone stuff to do that. So i decide to search for headphone reviews and see which one will fit my needs. I was looking for a compact headphone, easy to carry,good sound quality and heavy duty. At work some coworker have headphone like Beats Studio, Sony (MDR10RDC), Audio Technica (M-50) and V-Moda (LP). I start to ask them about their headphone, the good and the bad. (I am not going to walk true all that information in this review) Why I pick the V-Moda LP2. They are durable, nice looking, easy to carry (compact hard case), lightweight (compared to my A50, YES), detachable audio cable and also says that LP2 vocal have a more balancing sound than LP (my friend have the V-Moda (LP) and does cans have a lot of bass.). Remember all I say here is what I read or listen from reviews. In amazon are two LP2 version, (V-MODA Crossfade LP2 (OLD MODEL) and V-MODA Crossfade LP2 Vocal). I decide to buy the vocal because they are the new model (period) and also I listen to a variety of music. Need balance!! When I received the V-MODA Crossfade LP2 Vocal: Pros…. -YES, sound - great and balanced, electronic, Reggae's, pop, hip hop, rock, reggaeton, jazz, salsa. I enjoy the music a lot…. ( FYI, when I use my friend LPs music like jazz or Salsa have to much bass.) -YES, they are tough (durable) -YES, hard case great design easy to carry, not that bulk case as other cases -Yes, lightweight -Yes, memory ear pads are are very very comfortable. -adapters and cables are like every other review says, GOOD for me! Cons…. -nice display box, but not says vocal in nowhere as says in Amazon title. -the memory ear pads are for SMALL EARS. For me is like on the ear, but also are very very comfortable. A litter bigger will be a huge advantage. -JAJAJA the crosfade custom shield code expire in (December 31, 2012). Really !!! Maybe the code is always the same, or maybe they said is a newer version and is not.O.o who knows!!!! There is no Vocal model LP2 in V-Moda website. -everything else I REALLY like it a lot…………… YES, It meet my expectation YES, i recommend the V-Moda LP2 to everyone

I've been waiting a while for the price of the V-Moda Crossfade LP2 Vocal Limited Edition headphones to drop below the MSRP of $200 to get them. Last November they finally did to about $130 and I didn't hesitate to purchase these cans, and let me tell you, boy am I happy that I did. My original intent in buying this set of cans was to get into amateur Djing. I do own a couple other sets of cans, some Sony MDRXB950BT/B that I purchased on sale at Best Buy for almost the same price as these and that I use for listening at home and at my day job and some Monoprice cans that I got at Rakuten for under $40 a while back that I have as backups. Style: My enjoyment with the LP2s started just after seeing the styling box in which they come. Once I opened the box and saw the headphones my intuition was confirmed. These are some stylish cans, a plus if you want to DJ. They do take first place in that department followed by the Sony, and the Monoprice come in third. Quality/Durability: But style was not the first thing to come to my mind when I opened the box and held these cans in my hands. I couldn't help to think that I was holding a piece of military equipment. You will have to hold these things in your hands to experience the quality grade of these cans. Everything on the V-Modas scream quality from the metal frame to the kevlar removable cord(s). Although I've only had them for a few days, I don't need any more evidence to know that these are the most durable headphones I've ever seen. It's hard for me to tell which are more durable between the Sony and the Monoprice. They both seem reasonably durable. The Sonys have some metal parts while the Monoprice are made of thick heavy plastic. I would say it's a tie for second place. Comfort: The V-Modas are very comfortable. They have 50 mm drivers and my average to small ears seem to fit perfectly in them. Even thou the Sonys are also listed as over-the ear headphones, they have only 40mm drivers and end up feeling more as on ear, thou the padding in the Sonys is very soft and make them feel the most comfortable of the three. The V-Modas take second place. I have read that buying the over-sized ear pads will add to the comfort of these cans. Maybe with the XL pads the V-Modas will take first place, but we'll see as they are not uncomfortable at all so I have not seen the need for this, maybe in the future. The Monoprice also have 50mm drivers and are truly over-the ear, but they are the less comfortable of the three as they seem to press on your ears and head after prolonged hours of wearing. Features: The V-Moda come with a nice carrying case, a couple of cords (one with a mic that i have not used yet), and although they are not listed as noise cancelling, because of the way they fit, they offer good sound isolation to your ears both in (noise cancellation) and out (sound leakage) and without the need for batteries! However, the Sonys take the first place as they are truly active noise canceling, have BT connection, and offer extra bass powered circuitry. The Monoprice take third place again as they do seem to come without any bells & whistles, although they offer some good noise cancelling properties because they are over-the ear as well and they do also come with removable cord. Sound: To my lay man's ears these three headphones sound great. But here is the shocker: I do feel that the Monoprice sound slightly better than the V-Modas and Sonys. The bass on the V-Modas and the Monoprice is equally good to my ears and better than the Sony's right of the bat (without the extra bass feature turned on.) The bass is not that overpowering that it will give you headaches like on Beats for example, and they seem to render a wide range of the sound spectrum in high fidelity, but the Monoprice seem to have slightly better clarity that make them stand from the pack. V-Modas come in second and Sony third (without the powered options.) Update: as other reviewers have mentioned the V-Modas are not very loud. This is not an issue for me since I know that hearing damage is irreversible and I don't like listening to music at very loud levels, but at low volume settings you can hear a clear difference in terms of volume output between the three brands. If you like to listen to loud music be prepared to buy some earphone amps. One thing that did disappoint me on the V-Modas is the lack of better rotation on the ears pads in either axis. The ear pads do tilt about 60 degrees sideways, but that's it. Since I wanted these for DJing I would have liked that the ear pads rotated 180 degrees so you could hold the ear pad to one ear with one hand without the need to wear the headband to listed to your cue. Because of this I deducted one star. I do like and enjoy these cans and I would definitively recommend them if you can get them below MSRP. I would have not bought them at $200 since I already had another two sets of cans with similar features/ performance, but even at full retail price these might be worth it to you if you are looking for a complete set of cans: because of the style, comfort, sound quality and above all durability.

Pour une utilisation professionnel j’en suis plus que satisfait !

かけ心地はよいので，長時間のモニターにも適していると思う。音楽を楽しんで聴くというより，モニターするようにじっくり聴くのに向いていると思います。

Los primeros días suenan algo peor por falta de rodaje pero con bastante horas de escucha tienen un sonido espectacular y grave bastante contundente

I received them on Friday. What a remarkable purchase. A bit of Background: Owning/ed: Fidelio X1, Sennheiser 598SE, Sennheiser RS170, Sennheiser 280Pro Sources: iMac, Home Amp and a Galaxy s7 All my cans but th eRS170 were open cans, that's a "no no" for office environment. I like to listen to my music a little bit loud. Perfect excuse to get a new pair :) First things I noticed when I got the box: *small! they are smaller than expected. *Solid built and heavy *Nice cable, it does not tangle, also made of cord/lace style *Earpads are smallish, looking for XL pads at the moment but v-moda makes you pay premium for delivery in EU *They come with a case, a very nice one to be fair, very compact and sturdy. Now sound: *Bass is very extreme *mids are muddy out of the box but a bit od equalizing sorts it fully *highs are a small bit recessed but I'm actually happy about that as it makes them a bit more clear *Stage: Surprising for the size of the cans *Loud? Yes, loads. I cannot emphasize that enough *Isolation/Insulation: In my personal opinion, spectacular, I can put them nearly at 75% volume without a leak. Obviously, I hear absolutely nothing from the office noise I am so used to. Comfort: Far from very comfortable, being used to the Fidelio x1, these are not as good, they clamp to my (big) head to the point of feeling a little bit squashed. I would say they are ok for up to 2 or 3 hours if you head is as big as mine (58cm) Now, I have small ears, yet the earpads are fair. So, if you have big ears, look for the bigger pads in v-moda's site and pay a premium for delivery. All in all, I love the sound, they are loud, bassy and noise leak free. Paid £77 pounds for them, at that price is hard not to click the buy button. At last I can feel in peace with my own music at work.

Good product for the professionals...