Description
Overview
The Samson SR850 Professional Studio Reference Headphones are engineered to provide an outstanding listening solution for musicians, sound engineers, and audio enthusiasts. Designed for accuracy and clarity, these headphones deliver a balanced sonic profile with solid bass response and ultra-clear highs, making them an essential tool for critical monitoring and high-fidelity listening.
Key Details
- Open-Ear Design: Optimized for maximum isolation and a natural soundstage, ensuring accurate headphone monitoring without the pressure buildup of closed-back designs.
- High-Performance Drivers: Equipped with 50mm drivers that provide exceptional reproduction and a wide dynamic range for detailed audio playback.
- Broad Frequency Response: A range of 10Hz to 30kHz allows for the capture of deep lows and shimmering highs.
- Efficient Impedance: Rated at 32 ohms, making them versatile enough to be driven by a wide variety of audio sources.
- Ergonomic Comfort: Features a self-adjusting headband that ensures a secure, natural fit for total comfort during extended studio sessions.
Use Cases
Studio Mixing and Mastering: The open-ear design and wide frequency response make these ideal for engineers who need an accurate representation of their mix to make precise EQ and leveling decisions.
Critical Listening: Perfect for audiophiles and music enthusiasts who want to experience the full dynamic range and detail of high-resolution recordings.
Home Recording: An excellent choice for musicians tracking instruments or vocals who require a comfortable, reliable reference monitor for long hours of work.
Installation
The Samson SR850 is a plug-and-play hardware device. To begin use, simply connect the headphones to your audio interface, mixer, or playback device. For equipment utilizing larger professional jacks, use the included 1/8-inch to 1/4-inch gold-plated adapter to ensure a secure, lossless connection.
Compatibility
These headphones are compatible with any audio source featuring a standard 3.5mm (1/8″) or 6.35mm (1/4″) output, including:
- Studio Hardware: Audio interfaces, mixing consoles, and headphone amplifiers.
- Consumer Electronics: Laptops, smartphones, tablets, and digital audio players.
- Instruments: Digital pianos, synthesizers, and electronic drum modules.
Additional Details
- Manufacturer: Samson
- Model: SR850
- Delivery Format: Physical
- Weight: 1.35 lbs
- Dimensions: 9″ x 8.75″ x 0.28″
Marcus Chandler –
Good head for the money. The tone is warm and the response is consistent. Would buy again when I need replacements.