best monitoring headphones
Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for best monitoring headphones.
The best monitoring headphones are the ones that sound great, stay comfortable, and fit your needs. Whether you're a musician or recording engineer, you'll want headphones that can handle the the job. Browse the top-ranked list of best monitoring headphones below along with associated reviews and opinions.
Samson - SR850 Professional Studio Reference Headphones - Black
Model: SASR850SKU: 5157504Top comment"These sound pretty close to my $350 studio headphones, for 1/7th the price. These are easily the best budget/starter headphones I've ever tried. ...I use these as the monitors for my electric drums and they are fantastic!...For use as electric drum headphones!"
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The Samson SR850 Professional Studio Reference Headphones offer an outstanding listening solution for musicians, sound engineers and general music enthusiasts alike. With solid bass response and ultra-clear highs, these headphones ensure complete comfort and accurate headphone monitoring. These headphones offer a semi-open design for enhanced ambient listening environment, allowing appropriate bleed for better stereo imaging and a wider sound stage. The 50mm drivers offer exceptional sound reproduction and wide dynamic range to instill confidence in your final mix or simply provide excellent sound quality for your general listening pleasure. With a self-adjusting headband for a secure, natural fit, the SR850 headphones provide total comfort for extended studio sessions. An 1/8-inch to 1/4-inch gold-plated adapter is included with the headphones.Top comment"These sound pretty close to my $350 studio headphones, for 1/7th the price. These are easily the best budget/starter headphones I've ever tried. ...I use these as the monitors for my electric drums and they are fantastic!...For use as electric drum headphones!"
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The Samson SR850 Professional Studio Reference Headphones offer an outstanding listening solution for musicians, sound engineers and general music enthusiasts alike. With solid bass response and ultra-clear highs, these headphones ensure complete comfort and accurate headphone monitoring. These headphones offer a semi-open design for enhanced ambient listening environment, allowing appropriate bleed for better stereo imaging and a wider sound stage. The 50mm drivers offer exceptional sound reproduction and wide dynamic range to instill confidence in your final mix or simply provide excellent sound quality for your general listening pleasure. With a self-adjusting headband for a secure, natural fit, the SR850 headphones provide total comfort for extended studio sessions. An 1/8-inch to 1/4-inch gold-plated adapter is included with the headphones.See all Over-Ear & On-Ear Headphones
JBL - Tune 760NC Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones - Black
Model: JBLT760NCBLKAMSKU: 6522153Top comment"Not nearly as comfortable as my Sony studio monitor phones at all. Sound quality is good. ...It is a budget friendly pair of headphone for a college student, but not the best quality if you want good music quality"
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Your music, nothing else matters. Over-ear, super comfortable, powerful, the JBL Tune 760NC keep the promise. The active noise cancelling blocks unnecessary distractions to let you focus on what matters, for up to 35 hours. Not enough? Get an extra 2 hours of juice with only 5 minutes of charge. Lightweight and foldable to fit any adventure, the Tune 760NC can connect with two Bluetooth devices simultaneously, so that you’ll never miss a call on your phone while watching a video on your tablet. Immediately paired to your Android device with a tap, the JBL Tune 760NC offer hands-free management of calls and your device’s voice-assistant. To endlessly extend the fun, just plug the JBL Tune 760NC with the included detachable cable. Choose the color that matches your mood and have fun!Top comment"Not nearly as comfortable as my Sony studio monitor phones at all. Sound quality is good. ...It is a budget friendly pair of headphone for a college student, but not the best quality if you want good music quality"
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Your music, nothing else matters. Over-ear, super comfortable, powerful, the JBL Tune 760NC keep the promise. The active noise cancelling blocks unnecessary distractions to let you focus on what matters, for up to 35 hours. Not enough? Get an extra 2 hours of juice with only 5 minutes of charge. Lightweight and foldable to fit any adventure, the Tune 760NC can connect with two Bluetooth devices simultaneously, so that you’ll never miss a call on your phone while watching a video on your tablet. Immediately paired to your Android device with a tap, the JBL Tune 760NC offer hands-free management of calls and your device’s voice-assistant. To endlessly extend the fun, just plug the JBL Tune 760NC with the included detachable cable. Choose the color that matches your mood and have fun!See all All Headphones
Audio-Technica - ATH-M20x Monitor Headphones - Black
Model: AUD ATHM20XSKU: 4725008Top comment"Very good entry level studio monitor headphones. Very comfortable!...These are the first new "cans" I've bought since 1978! I love them!!!! Studio quality sound!"
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Enjoy clear audio in the studio with these Audio-Technica ATH-M20x AUD ATHM20X monitor headphones, which feature 40mm drivers for faithful sound reproduction. The circumaural design blocks out ambient noise for effective sound isolation.Top comment"Very good entry level studio monitor headphones. Very comfortable!...These are the first new "cans" I've bought since 1978! I love them!!!! Studio quality sound!"
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Enjoy clear audio in the studio with these Audio-Technica ATH-M20x AUD ATHM20X monitor headphones, which feature 40mm drivers for faithful sound reproduction. The circumaural design blocks out ambient noise for effective sound isolation.See all All Headphones
Audio-Technica - ATH-M50x Monitor Headphones - Black
Model: AUD ATHM50XSKU: 4725021Top comment"Great Monitor Headphones, esp for the price...Great/pure sound, exactly what you'd expect from a studio monitor headphone. There is a bit of a learning curve on how to use an EQ and interface, but once you get that going you have so much more control on how you want the sound to be....Great Headphones!...Great headphones for mastering music! Tight bass, just like studio monitors."
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Hear yourself in the studio with these Audio-Technica ATH-M50x AUD ATHM50X monitor headphones, which feature 45mm large-aperture drivers for faithful sound replication. The 90° swiveling earcups allow comfortable 1-ear monitoring.Top comment"Great Monitor Headphones, esp for the price...Great/pure sound, exactly what you'd expect from a studio monitor headphone. There is a bit of a learning curve on how to use an EQ and interface, but once you get that going you have so much more control on how you want the sound to be....Great Headphones!...Great headphones for mastering music! Tight bass, just like studio monitors."
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Hear yourself in the studio with these Audio-Technica ATH-M50x AUD ATHM50X monitor headphones, which feature 45mm large-aperture drivers for faithful sound replication. The 90° swiveling earcups allow comfortable 1-ear monitoring.See all All Headphones
Jabra - Elite 4 True Wireless Noise Cancelling In-ear Headphones - Dark Grey
Model: 100-99183000-99SKU: 6537317Top comment"Sometimes, the dance studio where I practice or teach is playing different genres of music. ...Fantastic Wireless Headphones...The Jabra Elite 4 True Wireless In-Ear Headphones are some of the best true wireless headphones I have ever used. "
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Jabra Elite 4 true wireless earbuds seamlessly switches between mobile phones or computers with Bluetooth Multipoint, and Fast Pair or Swift Pair features connect instantly with no hassle. With comfortable rainproof durability and Active Noise Cancellation, these wireless earbuds can tune into your music or be used while on-the-go. Wear the earbuds alone in either ear with mono mode or together as a pair. Long battery life with 5.5 hours in the buds and a total of 22 hours with the case (28 hours ANC off).Top comment"Sometimes, the dance studio where I practice or teach is playing different genres of music. ...Fantastic Wireless Headphones...The Jabra Elite 4 True Wireless In-Ear Headphones are some of the best true wireless headphones I have ever used. "
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Jabra Elite 4 true wireless earbuds seamlessly switches between mobile phones or computers with Bluetooth Multipoint, and Fast Pair or Swift Pair features connect instantly with no hassle. With comfortable rainproof durability and Active Noise Cancellation, these wireless earbuds can tune into your music or be used while on-the-go. Wear the earbuds alone in either ear with mono mode or together as a pair. Long battery life with 5.5 hours in the buds and a total of 22 hours with the case (28 hours ANC off).See all All Headphones
Sony - WH-CH520 Wireless Headphone with Microphone - Black
Model: WHCH520/BSKU: 6533161Top comment"Sony headphone...Love these headphones I wear them when I’m working out...Headphones...Best headphones for the money. Can’t go wrong I purchased these while browsing through the Best Buy app and decided to get them for the price and really enjoy them"
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High quality sound and comfortable, all-day listening in a wireless headphone. The WH-CH520 have an ultra-long battery life of up to 50 hours and a 3-minute quick charge gives you up to 1.5 hours of audio playback.Top comment"Sony headphone...Love these headphones I wear them when I’m working out...Headphones...Best headphones for the money. Can’t go wrong I purchased these while browsing through the Best Buy app and decided to get them for the price and really enjoy them"
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High quality sound and comfortable, all-day listening in a wireless headphone. The WH-CH520 have an ultra-long battery life of up to 50 hours and a 3-minute quick charge gives you up to 1.5 hours of audio playback.See all All Headphones
Samsung - Galaxy Buds2 Pro True Wireless Earbud Headphones - Bora Purple
Model: SM-R510NLVAXARSKU: 6510541Top comment"Best day to day joy bringer...I love how the texture of the case is so smooth and comftrable This is jus simply thr bests audio device ive ever had...Drummers in ear monitor...I use my buds as in ear monitors whilst drumming. I connect to our PA system via Bluetooth so I can hear exactly what the crowd hears. "
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Hearing is believing. Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro pack a studio-worthy listening experience into our most comfortable design yet —wear them as long as you want. Stimulate your senses with enhanced 360 Audio that surrounds you in your favorite beats like never before. Feel every note like you’re there with Hi-Fi sound quality. Stay focused on the sounds you love with Intelligent Active Noise Cancellation that quiets even the loudest outside sounds. Work out worry-free with moisture resistance that stands up to rain. Pair your Buds2 Pro with the rest of your Galaxy for new ways to enjoy pro-quality sound wherever you happen to be. Whether it’s a podcast, a call or your favorite playlist, listen blissfully with Galaxy Buds2 Pro.Top comment"Best day to day joy bringer...I love how the texture of the case is so smooth and comftrable This is jus simply thr bests audio device ive ever had...Drummers in ear monitor...I use my buds as in ear monitors whilst drumming. I connect to our PA system via Bluetooth so I can hear exactly what the crowd hears. "
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Hearing is believing. Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro pack a studio-worthy listening experience into our most comfortable design yet —wear them as long as you want. Stimulate your senses with enhanced 360 Audio that surrounds you in your favorite beats like never before. Feel every note like you’re there with Hi-Fi sound quality. Stay focused on the sounds you love with Intelligent Active Noise Cancellation that quiets even the loudest outside sounds. Work out worry-free with moisture resistance that stands up to rain. Pair your Buds2 Pro with the rest of your Galaxy for new ways to enjoy pro-quality sound wherever you happen to be. Whether it’s a podcast, a call or your favorite playlist, listen blissfully with Galaxy Buds2 Pro.See all All Headphones
Bose - QuietComfort 45 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-the-Ear Headphones - Eclipse Grey
Model: 866724-0400SKU: 6517766Top comment"Perfect headphones...Perfect headphones best of the best noise cancellation...I have been using Beats studio 3 headphones and the sound was a bit bass heavy and they were not very comfortable. "
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The minute you put on Bose QuietComfort 45 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones, you feel it — the iconic quiet that allows you to concentrate on your music or work on your passion projects. Plus, with these wireless headphones, you can experience the comfort and crystal-clear sound that can only come from Bose headphones. The soft, plush cushions of these Bose over ear wireless headphones seal you in. Then you flip the switch and whoosh — the world fades. The music starts. It’s love at first listen. The original Bluetooth headphones are back, now with a world-class combination of noise cancelling performance and premium comfort. Plus proprietary technology for deep, clear sound, and adjustable EQ so you can tune your music to your liking. Bose QuietComfort 45 over-ear headphones. An icon reborn.Top comment"Perfect headphones...Perfect headphones best of the best noise cancellation...I have been using Beats studio 3 headphones and the sound was a bit bass heavy and they were not very comfortable. "
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The minute you put on Bose QuietComfort 45 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones, you feel it — the iconic quiet that allows you to concentrate on your music or work on your passion projects. Plus, with these wireless headphones, you can experience the comfort and crystal-clear sound that can only come from Bose headphones. The soft, plush cushions of these Bose over ear wireless headphones seal you in. Then you flip the switch and whoosh — the world fades. The music starts. It’s love at first listen. The original Bluetooth headphones are back, now with a world-class combination of noise cancelling performance and premium comfort. Plus proprietary technology for deep, clear sound, and adjustable EQ so you can tune your music to your liking. Bose QuietComfort 45 over-ear headphones. An icon reborn.See all All Headphones
Samsung - Galaxy Buds2 Pro True Wireless Earbud Headphones - Graphite
Model: SM-R510NZAAXARSKU: 6510544Top comment"A fantastic upgrade from my beat studios earbuds!! Samsung you did it!!!...Studio sound...Buy best save more it is incredible and extremely excellent"
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Hearing is believing. Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro pack a studio-worthy listening experience into our most comfortable design yet —wear them as long as you want. Stimulate your senses with enhanced 360 Audio that surrounds you in your favorite beats like never before. Feel every note like you’re there with Hi-Fi sound quality. Stay focused on the sounds you love with Intelligent Active Noise Cancellation that quiets even the loudest outside sounds. Work out worry-free with moisture resistance that stands up to rain. Pair your Buds2 Pro with the rest of your Galaxy for new ways to enjoy pro-quality sound wherever you happen to be. Whether it’s a podcast, a call or your favorite playlist, listen blissfully with Galaxy Buds2 Pro.Top comment"A fantastic upgrade from my beat studios earbuds!! Samsung you did it!!!...Studio sound...Buy best save more it is incredible and extremely excellent"
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Hearing is believing. Samsung Galaxy Buds2 Pro pack a studio-worthy listening experience into our most comfortable design yet —wear them as long as you want. Stimulate your senses with enhanced 360 Audio that surrounds you in your favorite beats like never before. Feel every note like you’re there with Hi-Fi sound quality. Stay focused on the sounds you love with Intelligent Active Noise Cancellation that quiets even the loudest outside sounds. Work out worry-free with moisture resistance that stands up to rain. Pair your Buds2 Pro with the rest of your Galaxy for new ways to enjoy pro-quality sound wherever you happen to be. Whether it’s a podcast, a call or your favorite playlist, listen blissfully with Galaxy Buds2 Pro.See all All Headphones
Jabra - Connect 5t True Wireless In-Ear Headphones Optimized for Calls, Music and Online Meetings - Titanium Black
Model: 100-99182000-20SKU: 6517081Top comment"Using other alternative headphones for now....Best Jabra earbuds for working out!"
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Jabra Connect 5t true wireless earbuds are optimized for use in any environment - working from home, at office, or on the go. These earbuds have 6-mic call technology for clear virtual meetings or mobile phone calls, Hybrid ANC for better focus, and are comfortable for all day use. Bluetooth Multipoint lets you stay connected to two devices, like a laptop and a smartphone, at the same time. And if you’re an Android or Windows user, Google Fast Pair and Microsoft Swift Pair will have you connected in seconds, so you can breeze through your work day. Use your voice to talk to your preferred voice assistant and get all the help you need while you work. Call colleagues, schedule reminders, or get directions, without taking your hands off the keyboard. It’s a bit like having your own PA, except you don’t have to pay them and they can’t bring you a coffee. Well, not yet anyway. We’ve also gone all out to bring you a truly back-to-back-call-worthy battery, with up to 7 hours in the buds, and up to a total of 28 hours with the Qi-certified wireless charging case (included in packaging). Our fast charge feature gives you an hour of power in ten minutes, and you can stretch your battery out even further by using one bud while the other charges. The Bluetooth wireless headphones are also IP55 rated and come with a 2 year warranty against water and dust. Register for warranty and customize Connect 5t via the Jabra Sound+ app.Top comment"Using other alternative headphones for now....Best Jabra earbuds for working out!"
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Jabra Connect 5t true wireless earbuds are optimized for use in any environment - working from home, at office, or on the go. These earbuds have 6-mic call technology for clear virtual meetings or mobile phone calls, Hybrid ANC for better focus, and are comfortable for all day use. Bluetooth Multipoint lets you stay connected to two devices, like a laptop and a smartphone, at the same time. And if you’re an Android or Windows user, Google Fast Pair and Microsoft Swift Pair will have you connected in seconds, so you can breeze through your work day. Use your voice to talk to your preferred voice assistant and get all the help you need while you work. Call colleagues, schedule reminders, or get directions, without taking your hands off the keyboard. It’s a bit like having your own PA, except you don’t have to pay them and they can’t bring you a coffee. Well, not yet anyway. We’ve also gone all out to bring you a truly back-to-back-call-worthy battery, with up to 7 hours in the buds, and up to a total of 28 hours with the Qi-certified wireless charging case (included in packaging). Our fast charge feature gives you an hour of power in ten minutes, and you can stretch your battery out even further by using one bud while the other charges. The Bluetooth wireless headphones are also IP55 rated and come with a 2 year warranty against water and dust. Register for warranty and customize Connect 5t via the Jabra Sound+ app.See all All Headphones
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