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.

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!

V-MODA Crossfade LP2 headphones purposefully designed and not to be confused with other heavily fashion-marketed, color-coordinated plastic garbage! I am not a highly respected audio engineer, conversely I am merely a simple man that has spent 25+ years in an exhaustively expensive quest for great sound. For starters let me share some of my favorite bands that I used to evaluate these cans. I frequently listen to hard-rock bands such as Judas Priest, Godsmack, and Dream Theater to the more subdued Mark Knopfler, Adele and David Gilmore to electronica/techo of Depeche Mode, Madonna and Christina Aguilera. If you like this type of music, like it loud with bass, then...read on and buy these headphones. Merriam-Webster defines Discriminate as: to notice and understand that one thing is different from another thing: to recognize a difference between things. It bothers me when people do not discriminate especially when it comes to something as important as music. Unfortunately, in the past I too have failed to discriminate when selecting/purchasing audio gear. I have fallen victim to ostentatious product reviews and have allowed myself to be persuaded into believing that some products are perfect for all music. The old adage, you get what you pay for, is mostly true but the notion that a high price tag equals good sound quality can vary greatly with headphones and speakers, simply because musical taste varies greatly and headphone manufacturers cannot design a product for all tastes. I have owned at least a dozen pair of headphones over the years to include all the big label brands such as Sennheiser, Grado, AKG, Bose, Koss and Beyerdynamic. They were all great headphones, but they just did not perform to my tastes. “V-MODA Crossfade LP2’s recreates the front row rock concert experience with deafening power and low end frequency response” The standard goal of any speaker or headphone is to produce a flat frequency response, V-MODA’s produce a standard loudness contour which is something I try to replicate via tone controls or equalizer settings on my home audio equipment. These are not headphones for studio recording/mixing, instead the frequency response favors a very human-centric appeal. That said these cans will provide a new level of enjoyment and appreciation for your music collection. I typically do not play music at excessive levels but as a test I really pushed these headphones with my Denon home audio pre-amp and then amplified through a FiiO A-3 headphone amp (great addition-more on that later). These headphones cannot be overwhelmed when played through a clean source. I have worn these headphones while physically mowing the lawn and been magically transported to the front row of a Volbeat concert. V-MODA Crossfade LP2’s recreates the front row rock concert experience with deafening power and low end frequency response. “The isolation is so complete and sound quality so amazing you will lose yourself in an another dimension” Isolation is the key to great sounding audio and something the engineers at V-MODA have accomplished. V-MODA’s have a closed ear design which eliminates most external noise and distractions, in fact the isolation is so complete and sound quality so amazing you will lose yourself in an another dimension and become enveloped in the music. My family doesn’t share the same love for rock music as I do and rarely allows me to play my speakers to the level I enjoy which was why I have been on a quest to find headphones that can produce high volume levels, excellent sound quality and not wake the neighbors with my late night music sessions. The V-MODA’s come about as close to inner ear bud sound quality as it gets but with the ability to produce an incredible amount of distortion-less low end that can be felt. I will also provide a brief warning that should be heeded when listening to these headphones; I have enjoyed these headphones early in the morning while reading email and have been quite startled when my wife taps me on the shoulder. Additionally, I would encourage new users to break-in your headphones. Headphones and speakers all benefit from “burn-in” where music is played continuously for >20 hours. With headphones this is easy to achieve, simply plug them into a source and continuously play music at a moderate level. You will find the bass extension and sound quality smoother and more responsive. Construction One complaint I have had with other high-end headphones is the deceptive appearance of quality manufacturing concealed in flimsy plastic construction or cheap construction concealed by the addition of external fashion accoutrements. I have the simplistic expectation that headphones costing >$100 should be well engineered, comfortable, durable and faithfully reproduce music. I understand the need to make headphones light and comfortable but it should not be purely with the goal of weigh savings thereby sacrificing durability. V-MODA has produced an incredibly well designed headphone with an aluminum padded headband, solid swivels and leather coverings. Comfort Even with the noticeable mass of these headphones they do not feel heavy. The aluminum headband keeps the headphones in place with a gentle snug fit. Typically closed ear headphones can be hot and exhausting especially after extended wear. At no time did I find these headphones uncomfortable even after 3+ hours of listening. That said I did opt for the XL ear pads which provides more room for your ears to fit inside the headphone without being compressed which may have something to do with the comfort I have experienced. Then again there are definitely gym headphones. “You probably won’t see V-MODA headphones around the neck of your favorite basketball player…” Another thing that has taken hold of the headphone market is this crazy notion that in order to be an amazing athlete you must have a pair of fashionable headphones around your neck, CRAZY! You probably won’t see V-MODA headphones around the neck of your favorite basketball player because you are not paying for the marketing, you are paying for quality. That being said V-MOTA’s are still highly customizable with interchangeable outer shells in a variety of colors. I put the included gun metal plates on to see how they looked and chose to keep the subdued flat black covers on. I prefer the purposeful industrial look of this product as if V-MODA owes its design cues to the stealth aircraft industry. Furthermore, the V-MOTA’s are not overly large or distracting looking. Unlike some of headphones on the market that are insanely large with enormous pillows over each ear, if I saw someone wearing these at the airport I would not give them a second look. What’s included The V-MODA Crossfade LP2’s includes an impressive hard shell case, two removable Kevlar wrapped cords; one 6’ cord, a 4’ cord with a microphone/mute controls and a 1/8”-1/4” adapter. You also get 2 extra gun metal outer shell covers. Upgrades I am not a fan of the included cords and opted for a shorter 3.5mm Auxiliary Audio Flat Cable with a 90 Degree Right Angle Compatible which works great for walking around with an iPod in your pocket. Additionally, I purchased a FiiO A-3 headphone amp and FiiO L9 L-Shaped Line Out Dock (LOD) Cable For iPod which makes a huge difference in the sound quality. The Crossfade LP2’s will play just fine through iPhones and iPods just not very loud. The amplifier increases the sound pressure and low end without having to push the solo iPod to the maximum limit which adds distortion and reduces battery life. The combination is a bit bulky but manageable. Clearly users of these headphones are not looking for super small portability and space savings, focusing more on sound quality I would hope?! Conclusion There are a lot of headphones to choose from on the market and while there are some excellent highly marketed brands out there I would caution would-be buyers from buying purely on name, price or personal recommendation from anyone that likes different music than you. The V-MODA Crossfade LP2’s are not what I would consider an overly expensive investment for the tremendous return in sound quality. It would be difficult to find headphones anywhere that offer the level of customizability or durability found in the V-MODA Crossfade LP2. These are headphones that are built for portable high-end audio and truly transform with the addition of a headphone amplifier. Last, if you are looking for a pair of cans to rediscover your hard rock, dance or electronica/techno collection, look no further. In my opinion the V-MODA Crossfade LP2 are the best headphones for the money on the market today. Strap them on and disappear into a color saturated realm of blissful musical reproduction.

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.

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 week: 5 stars. Was searching for a pair of headphones that would satisfy my desire for a massively bassy experience. I own other more detail-oriented headphones (HD650) and the MDRZ7s that are also quite bassy (though not quite as intense, which is good for it's own, specific purpose) along with some Beyerdynamics and Shure IEMs. Each set serves it's own purpose for me and the V-Moda's fit in now just perfectly for the more bass-intensive genres I listen to like vaporwave, trap, etc. A couple notes: - Durability: Compared to other headphones I have, they don't seem to be that "sturdy". We will see how durable they are with time and I will definitely update this with more details eventually. This is just based on feel and interacting with them for the past few days. I will say, I already dropped them on hardwood floors once and they are just fine, so I suppose they deserve some durability points for that. - Comfort: I suspect many people will not like the way these headphones fit. With my tiny ears, everything fits just fine. But those with larger ears, I think would benefit from trying them in person first if comfort is a deal-breaker. Others have pointed out the padding isn't that thick. Based on my experience, the padding is fine for me in terms of softness, but yes if I push in on the headphone can a little, I am able to feel my ear on the back of the headphone. One other thing I will note is that the clamp is quite a bit stronger than my other sets like the Amiron and the MDRZ7s. The clamp on these, for me, is more comparable to the HD650s which I had to get used to. For reference, I usually enjoy a nice, loose fit. These are not loose at all and I think my head is on the more average to small side of the spectrum. - Sound: If you're wanting a set that is for analytical listening, obviously look elsewhere. For me these are great for relaxed, mood producing listening. I've been heavy with the vaporwave for the past few days because these just envelop you in the hazy, retro, bassy, atmosphere of that genre. I will continue to update this review with time. 11/17/18 Short Update: Changed to 4 stars since comfort has proven to be a consistent issue. I will likely be purchasing new ear pads soon. Durability has been fantastic, though. I keep dropping this pair of headphones for whatever reason (it’s been at least 4 times now lol) and not a scratch or technical problem whatsoever. Sound is good, but was in a situation where I had to use these while working in my DAW recently and noticed just how inaccurate they are especially on the low end. I don’t intend on using these as studio headphones when it can be avoided, but it’s worth reiterating that these headphones are not for those looking for a flat experience. 12/16/2018 update: 3 stars Surprising turn of events, I'm not a *huge* fan of these anymore (or at least at the moment). First and most noticeable: comfort is just horrendous and I won't dwell on that again since I've said it above. But notably I have been out of town the majority of the time I have owned/used these and recently returned home where my headphone collection is. I started using some of my others again and the sound after using my MDRZ7s, for instance, is just not the best, at least for certain kinds of music and sounds. It seems hidden or like there's a veil or it's a little distant both when I'm listening to super-bassy music and non-bassy music. I definitely won't be using these anymore for anything that doesn't contain massive amounts of bass. If I want that "vibrating the entire intersection while waiting at the traffic light" kind of bass, yeah sure, I will use them to get to try to get that messy, vibrating deep bass in headphone form, otherwise not so much. Another development: discoloration has started ocurring in the headphone itself where my ear sits. I've never had this happen with a pair of headphones, which to me suggests my ear is always resting right on top of the fabric inside. I said earlier this didn't bother me because I didn't feel it really, but this has changed over time with more use. I feel my ear on the inside all the time now that I'm aware of it, which also doesn't help with comfort. Hope this helps someone, probably my last update.

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...