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Description
Step into the world of immersive sound with the Sony MDR-V55 On-Ear DJ Headphones, designed to deliver an exceptional audio experience for both professional DJs and music enthusiasts alike. These headphones are equipped with 40mm neodymium drivers, ensuring powerful bass and clear mid-to-high range frequencies, perfect for monitoring your mixes or simply enjoying your favorite tracks. The closed-back, supra-aural design efficiently reduces ambient noise, allowing you to focus solely on the music.
The MDR-V55 headphones feature a sleek, rotating ear cup design, which offers flexibility and comfort during prolonged use. Whether you're in the studio or at the club, the swivel ear cups make it easy to monitor your beats on one ear, leaving the other free to stay connected with your surroundings. The robust build quality ensures durability, while the adjustable headband provides a snug fit for any head size. Additionally, the single-sided cable prevents tangling, so you can move freely without interruption.
These headphones are all about delivering crisp sound quality with the convenience of portability and comfort. With a frequency response range of 5Hz-25kHz, experience detailed audio across a wide spectrum, making them a reliable choice for any musical setup.
Key Features:
- 40mm neodymium drivers for powerful sound
- Closed-back design for noise isolation
- Swivel ear cups for one-ear monitoring
- Adjustable headband for a custom fit
- Single-sided cable to prevent tangling
- Frequency response: 5Hz-25kHz
- Ideal for DJing and casual listening
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Reviews
PROS
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Sharp, precise bass response enhances detailed sound production
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Lightweight design adds to portability and ease of use
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Durable build quality ensures longevity with proper care
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Adjustable headband accommodates various head sizes comfortably after initial use
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Aesthetic appeal with simple, clean design and color options
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Offers clear sound production even at higher volumes
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Affordable price point makes high-quality audio accessible
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Suitable for both studio and live performance use
CONS
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On-ear design can cause discomfort during extended use
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High notes may overpower at higher volumes
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Non-detachable, short cable limits mobility and risks damage
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Hinges may squeak over time, requiring maintenance
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Ear cups may be too small for some users, affecting comfort
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Sony MDR-V55 On-Ear DJ Headphones.
Features and functionality
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The Sony MDR-V55 headphones feature a strong bass extension, which is ideal for drowning out ambient noise, such as engine sounds on public transport.
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Comparisons
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Soundstage is reportedly better than the Sony MDR-V6 but cannot match the expansive sound of the Beyerdynamic DT990.
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User experience
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Users find that positioning the headphones slightly forward and higher improves the 4kHz frequency response but can be uncomfortable, especially for those wearing glasses.
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Some users experienced discomfort due to the small ear cups, with one ear fitting inside the cup while the other rested on it.
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Build quality
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The headband and extenders are metal, providing sturdiness, while the plastic hinges occasionally creak but are generally well-built.
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Critic Reviews
4.0 out of 5
Based on 11 Reviews and 24 Ratings
Solid
These are good headphones. They provide a decent balance, with sharp, precise bass response. The high notes can be a little overpowering and at higher volumes, and the low end is present and precise, but not as "in your face" as some might like. I personally think that the less powerful bass response makes putting together heavier mixes and songs easier. These headphones out of the box are a bit snug, but after about a week they will relax a little and set to fit your head. My biggest issue with these is that they are on-ear, which means that use for an extended period of time (say 4-6+ hours) can cause irritation to the ear.
Overall Verdict: -Looks: 5/5; I have the black and red, it is simple, clean, and yet still pops with color to catch the eye in a casual way. -Sound: 3.5/5; These headphones do not have overpowering bass, and at extreme volumes, can actually suffer from the opposite problem, but they do offer clear sound production. -Comfort: 4/5; Not the most comfortable out of the box, and on ear pads can be irritating for long use, however the headband does loosen up to more adequately fit your head. -Overall 4/5; Good headphones, quality sound reproduction, solid construction, and decent comfort.
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Some pretty good headphones, not good for mixing, but flexible
While they may not be the most comfortable headphones in the world, these dj headphones are pretty damn useful. There's plenty of bass (yay!), and they are pretty lightweight. Lots of other amazon users also recommend you silicon spray the hinges, and I'm about to go do that because they have started squeaking.
Not too noticeable, when music is playing, but it's a little annoying on a set of otherwise good cans.
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Good bass. Cable not the best though.
This was my first pair of DJ headphones. Sound quality is good (packs a rather punchy bass) but I do have a major gripe with it - the cable. Cable is not detachable and rather short so you might risk yanking the jack out of your mixer if you're playing 4 CDJ decks.
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Pro quality headphones that outperform Behringers
Pro quality on a budget. These have beat my Behringers in every way shape and form. I don't go anywhere with out these headphones.
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A OK Choice for Cheap,On-Ear DJ Headphone.
The Sounding is a V-Shaped Sound but stronger than then M50x,But still great consider on its pricing.Feel Bad on Sony Service Centre in Malaysia,Already 1 Year But the Centre Haven't Give a Refund yet :( ...
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In this photo, Disclosure's Guy Lawrence is wearing a pair of Sony MDR-V55 On-Ear DJ Headphones during a live performance.
In the video "Art & Science of the Remix with Passion Pit and Dillon Francis", Dillon Francis can be seen rocking these Sony MDR-V55/BR headphones. These are great headphones, especially considering the wallet-friendly price point.
In the YouTube video "Mike Posner - Making of Justin Bieber's 'Boyfriend'," Mike Posner is seen using Sony MDR-V55 On-Ear DJ Headphones.
Hi, i am chris moss acid, and i fully endorse the sony mdr-v55's they are the headphones that i use. DJ/LIVE/iPod.. business & pleasure
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