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Overall, the Samson SR850 are great sounding headphones at this price range. The bass is present, but do not expect it to be punchy. The mids are generous and the treble response seems to be the only weak point. Overall, it is a sort of a bright headphone. The soundstage is pretty good, though it is a semi-open headphone, which is to be expected. Let’s delve into the details below. Low-End (Bass) The SR850 is a headphone with low impedance which means you don’t need an amplifier to run it, it should be loud enough for listening even on your phone. I do feel the volume could be a little louder though. The volume level does not go too high though many of you would want to avoid doing that to save your ears from getting damaged. Why: Well, I wanted to try out various inexpensive (budget) headphones to get a feel for what's all out there. Here at HeadFi, and other online communities, there seems to be a lot of blind suggestions when it comes to a headphone that is popular when mentioned in a thread. My favorite example is the AudioTechnica AD700 for gaming specifically. The problem is that a lot of people are recommending that headphone for someone who wants a headphone for gaming, who have never even heard that headphone, let alone gamed with headphones sometimes. Anyhow, I wanted to find another headphone that was even more inexpensive and capable of being great for gaming and music and movies all the same. After doing some hunting around, that landed me on the SR850. Part of the deal was that it had to look good and feel good, not just perform good. Again, landed me on the SR850. Don’t get us wrong, they’re not bad by any means. But if you’re looking for something that will keep you satisfied in the longer run, neither AKG K240 nor Samson SR850 headphones would be the best way to go.

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The earcups are rather small though, and it is likely that your ears will press up against the drivers which can be a nuisance. Stability 3.0 Our full range of studio equipment from all the leading equipment and software brands. Guaranteed fast delivery and low prices. Upon arrival, you will receive the SR850s, a 1/8″ to 1/4″ adapter, and the manual. Not the best but not the worst. Compared to other headphones

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However, because the material can’t breathe, you get sweaty ears after an hour of use. We mainly played games on them, and we needed to take breaks once our ears began to ache. HIGHS :: the highs could use a little work in my opinion in not really sure how to describe it but i just wasn't impressed with the highs but after some EQing they are more than acceptable no real qualms here after the EQ The price point is a recurring theme throughout this review, and for a good reason. These are exceptionally cheap headphones that punch well above their price point. From a value perspective, these headphones are an enticing choice. The sound quality is miles ahead of similarly priced cans and an ideal option for a new producer on a budget. Ergonomic qualities are of great importance to anyone who’s looking for a home studio headset. While both of these sets are great in this regard, we can’t help but notice that AKG K240 is, objectively, a better choice.

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But at the same time, we’re not sure how long they’d last. This is especially the case with all the mobile mechanical parts on it. It’s not catastrophic, but you can’t expect it to last for too long unless you’re super careful all the time. Build Quality: Bottom Line ISOLATION :: isolation is pretty minimal... almost non-existent but does muffle some of the noise around you .. would have no problem hearing someone talk at a normal/high voice with these on ( if music was off ) You should get an instant answer on whether your application has been successful, though in some rare cases Klarna or V12 may need to look at the application in more detail.And that’s basically the same thing that we can say about AKG’s K240 headphones. They’re comfortable, they fit nicely, but they don’t clamp too hard over your head. If you prefer isolation when working in the studio, the ATH-M20x is a dependable option. With a pleasant sound profile, it is also very affordable. No problems here at all other than, as mentioned, ears tend to get a little hot from prolonged use. The Samson uses a full vinyl headband instead of the wings used by the OEM Superlux's and benefits extensively from this, adding both stability and comfort. Sound Quality These are 32 ohm headphones which means you will not need external amplification to play these at a loud volume, I listen to these through my uDac 2 with no problem.

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If we were to compare these two, we’d say that they’re pretty close in terms of build quality. They’re decent, they’re worth their price, but things could be better. The AKG K240 and the Samson SR850 are brothers but from different headphone companies. The K240 is better built than the SR850. The overall quality of materials is also improved compared to the Samson SR850. The headband features a lightly padded pleather material which improves the comfort. The earpads, however, are covered with pleather, which apart from reducing the comfort level, degrades over time. For sound, the bass on both headphones is roughly the same. While the SR850 boasts a good midrange response, the K240 slightly beats it. The treble is probably where there is a huge difference between these two headphones. With the shortcomings of the SR850, the AKG K240 takes its time to capitalize on this. It is more lively and engaging. Overall, if you want a more neutral headphone between the two, choose the Samson SR850. For studio use, the AKG K240 is a better option. Samson SR850 vs SR950 Price & Value For Money Winner: AKG K240 8. Pros & Cons: Samson SR850 vs AKG K240 Samson SR850 Pros & Cons Pros: Overall, AKG K240 covers the audible spectrum pretty well. There’s a mild “dip” from 1 kHz and up to about 7 kHz with some irregular “jumps” around 2.5 and 3 kHz. After the 7 kHz mark, it has a noticeable jump, providing a fair amount of high-ends. Sound Quality: Bottom Line

AKG K240 is in a higher price category. At the same time, the difference in quality is noticeable. Sure, you’d have to pay more for them. But at the end of the day, it really pays off. First let's get some information across. The Samson SR850 is a clone of the Superlux HD668B. Same headphone. They simply rebranded it and changed the style of the headband. The Samson SR850 more resembles the AKG series headphones. The Superlux HD668B more resembles the AudioTechnica series. Keep that in mind depending on which style you may prefer, as they are the same headphone and virtually cost the same. I went with the SR850 because I like the look better and the headband way better than the HD668B. This headphone is low impedance and sensitive, you will not need an amplifier at all.

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Get clear, full-range personal monitoring for a great price with a pair of Samson's SR850 studio reference headphones. These inexpensive headphones offer many of the same feature found on models costing three times as much. SR850s give you deep and rich bass and clean highs with a frequency response that extends beyond the range of human hearing. Their semi-open design provides the realistic low-end diffusion and critical stereo imaging you need to dive into the details of your music. Whether you're looking for an affordable pair of headphones for critical listening or simply want to experience the finer details of your favorite music, you're going enjoy listening with a pair of Samson SR850s. Apparently, Samson SR850 uses some AKG drivers that are usually found in pricier headphones. The result is simply excellent. Soundstage- Very good, as these are semi-open headphones, soundstage is very large. These have a spacious sound to them, I found them great for gaming. The treble of the SR850 is what I found to be too bright and forward at times. This makes the headphone sibilant and also fatiguing pretty fast. However, I only experienced this when using the headphone at a higher volume. For normal listening, this problem is pretty nonexistent. So if you listen to headphones very loud, you should keep that in mind when choosing the SR850. On the upside, the treble is airy and has good details which make the headphone interesting and clear. SoundstageCompared to Samson’s SR850, AKG K240 headphones are more “balanced” over the audible spectrum. It’s not like the SR850 is bad, but we’d rather recommend K240 over them. Samson SR850 studio reference headphones offer an excellent listening solution for musicians, sound engineers and general music enthusiasts. With outstanding bass response and clean, clear highs, the SR850 headphones ensure complete comfort and accurate monitoring performance. Unfortunately, the Samson SR850s aren’t very popular because they aren’t very good. They’re incredibly cheap and affordable, but that’s the only real highlight. This is all presented in a soundstage that is wide and has rather impeccable imaging. The sound is the most transparent I've heard extensively(the previous best being the M50). The SR850 is an inexpensive high performer. It exceeded my expectations. I'm not completely pleased with the headphone, as I would prefer the highs to be a little tamer (I use an equalizer and dropped the highs down a tad and all that fatigue went away while still sounding excellent). And I would prefer different pads on the cups (cloth!) but that's my main preference anyways on headphones (velour). The bass was surprising. Very low and full. The mids are forward and present. The headphone in general is warm (warm in my definition references bass and fullness). The highs add a nice etch of detail to the whole image. I'd really like to get a pair of Beyer pads and see if they fit around these, because if they did, bam, it would be awesome. These headphones are excellent for all musics and great for gaming and movies. They're inexpensive and yet give so much. This is to be expected being a hidden Superlux HD668B which we all know is an excellent budget headphone.