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Description

Over-ear design with a 50mm driver that delivers detail and accuracy.

Marantz Professional’s MPH-2 headphones feature powerful 50mm drivers and a comfortable over-ear design, 

perfectly suited for both long hours in the studio monitoring in-field recordings. With their authoritative 10–30kHz frequency response, the MPH-2 delivers the detail and accuracy needed to accurately evaluate every recording. The leather cushioning on the flexible headband and ear cups provides a fatigue-free listening experience for even the longest-lasting, most demanding sessions, with outstanding noise isolation. Their rugged stainless steel telescopic arms easily stand up to heavy-duty use. An impedance of 32? and 100dB sensitivity ensures compatibility with the widest range of equipment. The MPH-2 has a 180-degree rotating frame for convenient single ear monitoring and its collapsible design makes for easy portability. It includes a 1/8" to 1/4" adapter and a detachable locking 10-ft cable. The MPH-2 brings Marantz Professional’s industry-leading field recording engineering to professional headphone audio.

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Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Marantz MPH-2 Professional Studio Headphones.

Features and functionality

  • The sound signature is warm with a wide soundstage and recessed upper-mids, ideal for long, non-critical listening sessions.

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Build quality

  • Constructed with solid plastic and a metal headband, offering better durability than the Sony MDR-1A's more plasticky build.

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  • Owners describe the build as robust, featuring a Beyer-style headband and strong plastic outer shells, making the headphones feel substantial and durable.

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Mods and upgrades

  • Owners recommend filing out the locking tab in the jack housing to use aftermarket 3.5mm cables, improving cable compatibility.

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  • It's suggested that Brainwavz Round pads could improve comfort, aligning with user experiences of similar models benefiting from pad upgrades.

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Other

  • Earpads are cushy with medium clamp force, though some users' ears may touch the driver housing, which isn't a major concern for them.

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Comparisons

  • Considered a better-built alternative to the Sony MDR-1A with a similarly warm sound without the creaky, plasticky issues.

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  • The Marantz MPH-2, as a rebrand of a generic chassis, is noted for its sound quality surpassing common models like the K371s and 7506s.

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User experience

  • The Marantz MPH-2 offers a warm sound with well-balanced mids and highs, becoming a favorite daily driver over models like the M40x and Takstar Pro 82.

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