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Brainwavz HM5 Studio Monitor Headphones
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Designed to deliver a precise, neutral sound ideal for studio monitoring, the Brainwavz HM5 headphones are adaptable and comfortable enough for everyday use. The thick ear pads and the firm clamp of the headband help isolate sound, great for listening in crowded work environments Read More
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keyboard_arrow_downZeosPantera
1246
Jan 21, 2018
Weird I release a review about the Spadger openbacks and re-review of these and then a drop starts.. I smell a conspiracy.
mattris
1276
Keyboard Club Member
Mar 19, 2018
The mistake here would be to buy the HM5 headphones for $75. Buy the open-back versions here for $50:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MQ2ACX3
They sound significantly better (clearer, better soundstage and imaging) than the closed HM5 and include really soft velour pads. Only one left in stock!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MQ2ACX3
They sound significantly better (clearer, better soundstage and imaging) than the closed HM5 and include really soft velour pads. Only one left in stock!
Xephyroth
237
Jan 20, 2018
The clone of the HM5—the NVX XPT100, is a better deal in my opinion. $69.99 on Amazon with Prime shipping. Still comes with both sets of pads, the foam case, and both a short and long cable along with 3.5mm to 1/4" adapter.
Xephyroth
237
Jan 20, 2018
If I recall, I think there are minor differences in the headband and perhaps material for the earcup. The NVX has apparently less clamping force than the HM5, but the drivers and design are the same otherwise. As an owner of the NVX model, I think it's a great buy, and I had bought it at $80.
givemeyourshoes
426
Jan 20, 2018
XephyrothYes, there are minor differences die sure. But as you said, the driver are the same. In fat, Fischer Audio even sells a version. Theirs use a titanium coated driver even. I have that version, and the HM5, and they sound almost the same even. $80 is definitely the upper limit of what one should pay for any of the Yoga CD 880 rebrands.
S14Tan
71
Mar 23, 2018
steelzeeNever fear Zeos is here.
Hope this helps a few peeps.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l0KKDXF5U9I
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l0KKDXF5U9I
mattris
1276
Keyboard Club Member
Oct 28, 2017
XerclifNo, the Brainwavz HM5s are nothing special. I owned a pair a few years ago and thought they had a hazy sound... fine for casual listening, I suppose, but certainly not worthy of a 'monitor' headphone. I thought its build quality was just ok... nothing to write home about, but I see others had issues. I will say that their overall comfort - including the famous, separately available ear-pads - is to be commended.
The best thing about this drop is that two pairs of Brainwavz earpads are included. Purchased separately, they'd cost $45. So I suppose you're getting the headphones themselves for just an additional $35.
Having said that, my advice would be to choose another headphone for monitoring (or casual listening). The Senal SMH-1200 is lighter, fold-able, comes with comfortable stock pads, and sounds substantially better. The Audio-Technica ATH-M40X would also be a excellent alternative... just be sure to replace their stock pads with Brainwavz leather pads (non-angled).
The best thing about this drop is that two pairs of Brainwavz earpads are included. Purchased separately, they'd cost $45. So I suppose you're getting the headphones themselves for just an additional $35.
Having said that, my advice would be to choose another headphone for monitoring (or casual listening). The Senal SMH-1200 is lighter, fold-able, comes with comfortable stock pads, and sounds substantially better. The Audio-Technica ATH-M40X would also be a excellent alternative... just be sure to replace their stock pads with Brainwavz leather pads (non-angled).
Snidel
6
Oct 27, 2017
They sound well, but they arent the most durable ones, the plastic of the headband gets spoiled aftr 1-2 years like the plastic is degrading itself and the headband is hard to find, there are other headbands compatible but since they cost like 30-4' usd sometimes is just better to get new headphones, i won't recommend the HM5 as a buy, they sound quite well for their price, but the headband quality isnt good
Cheffy
8
Jan 21, 2018
Gimbals -they're made of a soft plastic that cracks over time. I've 3D printed them to replace my broken gimbals, but that's not a good sign that you need a backup plan before buying.
The_Jniac
322
Jan 21, 2018
CheffyThat is the one major flaw in this family of headphones. Every single version of the Yoga CD 880 has this issue.
The_Jniac
322
Jan 21, 2018
Brainwavz should really make a metal headband for these like Fischer used to. The headband is a known point of failure for these headphones, and it would be nice to be able to eliminate that.
The_Jniac
322
Jan 24, 2018
I emailed them last year asking when it would be back in stock. I never got a reply, but it was taken off of the site. I took the hint.
Audiovirgin
3
Jan 20, 2018
I know that it is silly to compare closed backs with open ones but still. I can't decide whether to get shp9500 or this pair( they are at exactly same price for me) or any other pair of cans at similar price points. Any ideas, advices observations are welcome.
Cheffy
8
Jan 23, 2018
HM5s are a decent phone, but I'd rather save up a little more and buy something more worthwhile.
Xunnobi
59
Jan 23, 2018
I bought it from newegg. I have a couple of other headphones like senn HD58x, ATH Pro700, AKG 240 MK2. So not incline to spend so much. Agreed with cheffy to save and buy smth better!
Shp9500s is just smth I would like to have. For their value and neutral presentation. =)
Shp9500s is just smth I would like to have. For their value and neutral presentation. =)
Exist_cat
2
Oct 29, 2017
So I can’t speak for everyone, but I’ve owned these headphones for years, so here are my impressions:
durability: 3/5 i know people always talk about the issues with the build quality on these, but I just don’t see it. They’ve survived two deployments in their case, in my bag, and then daily use overseas, and when I got back home. The worst I can say is I’ve popped the ear-pieces off, but it’s as simple as clipping them back in.
sound: 5/5 Really good. Let me caviat this by saying that I’m not an audiophile, and have some hearing loss at certain frequencies. But coming from off-the-shelf Sony headphones, these have been amazing. they definitely catch the highs and lows and seem to balance high, mids and treble well
durability: 3/5 i know people always talk about the issues with the build quality on these, but I just don’t see it. They’ve survived two deployments in their case, in my bag, and then daily use overseas, and when I got back home. The worst I can say is I’ve popped the ear-pieces off, but it’s as simple as clipping them back in.
sound: 5/5 Really good. Let me caviat this by saying that I’m not an audiophile, and have some hearing loss at certain frequencies. But coming from off-the-shelf Sony headphones, these have been amazing. they definitely catch the highs and lows and seem to balance high, mids and treble well
dragon2knight
Mar 19, 2018
I am one of the original owners of these(I was a pre-release written/video reviewer) and will state these are a steal at the current drop price...actually they are a steal at their original price honestly.
My reviews of this are everywhere (look for dragon2knight or Michael Livote), but I no longer have the video up, youtube copyright crap killed it.
I love the even, well done signature of these so much, I use them in my studio ( a pro studio in NY) as my main choice. There are better, no doubt, but not for this money. Some of the best to hit this price point in years IMHO. You like neutral to all other signature's, this is your bargain set to get, period.
My reviews of this are everywhere (look for dragon2knight or Michael Livote), but I no longer have the video up, youtube copyright crap killed it.
I love the even, well done signature of these so much, I use them in my studio ( a pro studio in NY) as my main choice. There are better, no doubt, but not for this money. Some of the best to hit this price point in years IMHO. You like neutral to all other signature's, this is your bargain set to get, period.
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