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Description

If you never thought you could find true happiness in a portable headphone, you probably haven't heard the Sennheiser/adidas HD 25-1 II Originals. These rugged, lightweight cans deliver the powerful, deep bass and crystal-clear sound you need to really savor your tunes — whether it's on a home hi-fi system, with your portable player, or in a recording studio.

The HD 25's softly padded, sealed-back earcups reduce outside noise to a distant memory, with no extra electronics or batteries needed. And the left earcup even rotates to allow single-ear listening — great for DJs. Extremely robust construction means they'll hold up under heavy use. Plus a unique, split headband design adjusts two separate ways to ensure a highly secure and comfortable fit. To top it off, adidas gave the Originals cool blue accents for a stylish look.

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Sennheiser adidas Original HD 25 and HD 25-1 II Headphone Review

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Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Sennheiser Adidas HD 25 Originals Headphones.

Mods and upgrades

  • Users recommend replacing ear pads for improved comfort, with some opting for velour pads to reduce ear fatigue.

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  • Yaxi Type 2 Leather pads are recommended for improved comfort and soundstage, maintaining the original sound signature.

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User experience

  • Owners with multiple headphones find HD 25s the most durable, using them for over 7 years without significant issues.

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  • Owners find the HD 25s lightweight and ideal for live use, but some users report discomfort after extended wear, particularly due to the tight clamping force.

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  • Long-term users report durability, with some units lasting over 17 years with minor refurbishments like pad and cable replacement.

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Comparisons

  • Compared to the AIAIAI TMA 2, HD 25s offer a flatter sound with more clarity, favored by techno DJs for precise sound monitoring.

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  • The HD 25s are noted for a more punchy sound compared to Audio Technica M50x, which is described as softer and less fatiguing over long sessions.

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  • Compared to Koss Porta Pro, the HD 25 offers significantly better isolation, making it more suitable for travel and noisy environments.

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Use cases and applications

  • Excellent for travel due to their robustness and the ability to withstand rough handling over extended periods.

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  • The headphones are favored for both DJing and detailed listening, with users appreciating their clarity and isolation in noisy environments.

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  • Highly effective for DJing and live audio due to strong isolation and midbass presence.

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Build quality

  • The headphones' lightweight design might feel toy-like, but they are extremely durable and withstand significant wear without breaking.

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  • Some owners report the external cables may be prone to damage due to exposure, but appreciate that all parts, including cables, are easily replaceable.

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Features and functionality

  • Owners value the HD 25's full-range sound for studio monitoring, though it's noted that high volumes can be more damaging to hearing compared to bass-heavy DJ headphones.

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  • The HD 25 Limited Edition includes both yellow and black ear pads, a retro Sennheiser logo, and retro packaging.

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Setup and maintenance

  • Easily driven by smartphones; doesn’t require powerful amplification.

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Value and pricing

  • Limited Edition HD 25 headphones are part of a 25,000 unit run, equating to less than 300 pairs per country globally.

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danielcuda

Versatile headphones with street style flair

A touch of street style to an amazing headphone. I use these headphones for everything. DJing, producing, every day listening, etc.

stuart_chalmers

Excellent headphones! A+

The best DJ headphones on the planet, bar none. These will provide you with brilliant monitoring for literally your life as a DJ. With a great spec, and 100% replaceable parts, you can do no wrong with these.

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See how Skrillex uses Sennheiser Adidas HD 25 Originals Headphones

Skrillex

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From First to Last

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Skrillex can be seen using the Adidas HD 25's at 2:46 and throughout this performance at LED Dayclub.

See how Diplo uses Sennheiser Adidas HD 25 Originals Headphones

Diplo

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Major Lazer

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This photo of Diplo DJing shows him using the Sennheiser Adidas HD 25 headphones.

See how Alesso uses Sennheiser Adidas HD 25 Originals Headphones

Alesso

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This photo of Alesso playing live at Ushuaia Ibiza shows he wears the special edition HD 25 headphones, a collaboration between Sennheiser and Adidas.

See how Knife Party uses Sennheiser Adidas HD 25 Originals Headphones

Knife Party

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Knife Party can be seen rocking the Sennheiser Adidas HD 25 Originals Headphones during a live DJ set.

See how Flume uses Sennheiser Adidas HD 25 Originals Headphones

Flume

Music Producer, DJ

What So Not

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43 seconds into his short video with UKF, Flume can be spotted wearing a pair of Sennheiser HD 25s. They have three blue-ish stripes along the left ear cup, which is a distinct feature of the Adidas-branded model of HD 25s.

See how Dillon Francis uses Sennheiser Adidas HD 25 Originals Headphones

Dillon Francis

Music Producer, DJ

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We're fans of the cat shirt - but more than that, we're big fans of the Sennheiser/Adidas HD 25 headphones Dillon Francis is wearing in the photo we found.

See how Sebastian Ingrosso uses Sennheiser Adidas HD 25 Originals Headphones

Sebastian Ingrosso

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Swedish House Mafia

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In this photo, Sebastian Ingrosso can be seen using a pair of Sennheiser Adidas HD 25 Originals Headphones.

See how Eric Prydz uses Sennheiser Adidas HD 25 Originals Headphones

Eric Prydz

Music Producer

Eric Prydz & Steve Angello

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We spotted Eric Prydz DJing with the Sennheiser and Adidas collaboration of the HD 25 headphones

See how Dirty South uses Sennheiser Adidas HD 25 Originals Headphones

Dirty South

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In a photo Dirty South posted of him and Alesso working in the studio, we spotted a pair of these Sennheiser Adidas HD 25 headphones on the table.

See how Hard Rock Sofa uses Sennheiser Adidas HD 25 Originals Headphones

Hard Rock Sofa

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Photos of Alexander and Denis DJing live reveal one or both of the Hard Rock Sofa duo rocking these Sennheiser-Adidas HD 25 headphones.

See how Dzeko & Torres uses Sennheiser Adidas HD 25 Originals Headphones

Dzeko & Torres

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In this photo of Dzeko & Torres performing, the headphones on the right are Sennheiser Adidas HD 25 Originals.

See how Moguai uses Sennheiser Adidas HD 25 Originals Headphones

Moguai

Music Producer

Talla calls Moguai

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This photo from Rukes shows Moguai performing during a DJ set at the 2015 Ultra Music Festival in Europe, using these specially Adidas branded HD 25s.

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