the t.bone HD 880
Great value
This is the second pair that I have owned. The first pair died after about 10 years of hard service, so no complaints considering the price. Personally I find the large ear pads that enclose the ear to be very comfortable, even for extended periods, though as with most headphones ears can start feeling a bit sweaty after a while. The headband is also well padded. Consider that these are an enclosed design, sound isolation from sounds co... Show More
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I got these for "free" when buying a bundle, and there's a reason for them being an extra. Honestly, if you are browsing this site you have no reason to buy them as is. Invest a bit more and you'll get headphones that actually have some proper use. They are "ok" for listening what's going on, but should not be used for any other purpose, as the sound is not something to be praised for. I'd say that giving them to a band member to follow the ... Show More
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Better than expected!
I have been looking around for a few sets of headphones for artists in the studio and for on location recordings. Unfortunately my budget dictated what i could reasonable get away with without losing too much quality... also most bands don't tend to look after their own equipment, let alone some one else's so cost effective is the key! After searching and being recommended the main brands, i stumbled across the T.bones. The build quality i... Show More
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Very comfortable, hardwearing, ideal for tracking on location
May not be the most accurate-sounding headphones ever made (you'd generally want open-backed for total accuracy anyway), but when compared with my Sennheiser EH2700s they rate closer than the price tag might suggest. One thing that strikes you about the HD880s is how superbly comfortable they are - in this regard they're actually slightly superior to the Sennheisers for my money; no problem having these on for a long session. For the price you... Show More
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I searched for some cheap headphones for my computer for sound editing and for practising guitar at home with my multieffect unit. The t.bone HD 880 fits my requirements for this use to almost 100 percent. I got with them a cheap solution with clear sound with a bit to much heights in my opinion. The connected 3m cord is long enough for my purposes and the adaptor to 6.3mm which is screwed on the jack - not only clipped - is very useful. It comes... Show More
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Affordable quality
I now have three pairs of these for my studio. You won't get better without spending a lot more money. They are comfy to use for long periods with a nicely padded headband, and sound relatively neutral. No noticeable distortion at hearing damage inducing levels, and they are not easily swamped by sub-bass. The pads give a good fit leaving minimal spill to studio microphones. The cable is a good length, and robust enough to stand being stood on ... Show More
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Awesome
Awesome! Awesome! Awesome! Cannot find this quality for this price! Well over their quality than well known and much more expensive brands! I can't explain how good they are! As a studio musician I highly recommend! You would pay ten times (10x) or more for the same quality for known brands! Very strong sound, perfectly balanced, with pure bass (sounds like a subwoofer! It is, really!), flat medium frequency response and enhanced highs!... Show More
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Cheap monitoring headphones
These headphones are cheap which is the main reason I bought them. I got 2 or 3 sets to use as monitoring headphones for use in the studio when recording. I've had a few clients complain that they are not comfortable, but most seem happy with how they fit. I've never had a problem with comfort, but the headphones don't sound great. They lack definition in a few key frequency areas - but this is not a problem for me, as I am using them purely... Show More
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Good alternative to traditional brands like Sony/Panasonic etc
Having heard some positive things about T.Bone gear I opted for these when our engineer cans needed replaced and they did a perfectly acceptable job. Understand, we are not talking about high end studio definition here. I cannot attest to how well they perform in detail relating to low frequency but if you need a pair of over-ear monitors they are snug, fairly durable and clear enough to assist with a good live mix. The Head starp in particular... Show More
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Good choice!
I've been using these headphones for about 5 years now and the first thing I want to say is that they have so good durability and built quality. For this price is quite unique. Not a sign of scratches or cracked plastic. The sound from this headphones is very natural and uncolored which is so important for my in the recording process. Cable lenght is optimal for the purposes. Cons - They're could be more comfortable because after 2-3 hours of w... Show More
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Good Sound, Shabby Build
These inexpensive headphones have a descent sound quality, good enough for recording or mixing. They are closed back but not completely isolating (as e.g. the HD 990D are). They are light and comfortable to wear for extended periods. However, the build quality seems to be poor, the materials are not strong. After using for about a year, one channel started to fall out intermittently with occasional crackling noises whenever the cable was touched ... Show More
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great studio cans
I bought these for clients to wear for recording and playback in my studio as a affordable and quality solution and thats exactly what i got and more! i was surprised by the speaker response in these cans there quite flat and accurate so could lend themselves well to some mixing duties and referencing the bass is low airy and the highs are tight in the studio they contain the sound VERY well which is the main reason i bought the so very happy wit... Show More
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a quality headphone for nothing
First time I was at Thomann "Headquarter" tried out this beauty and the sound was amazing. None of the headphones could hit it in its price category. Not even the Superlux. Later I bought both of them and could compare to each other and I found the HD880 more convenient and louder. The sound of them is quite similar. Nowadays I use it for monitoring and sometimes just listen music with, but still good as it was at first time. Really wor... Show More
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The relation between price and performance is justified
I bought those headphones for my digital piano. For this purpose they are good. I also tried to use them as studio headphone, but the sound is not that for mixing. They are however good enough for just hearing the mix. The headphones are built well and the cable is very long, this delivers huge mobility. Moreover the attached adapter is also built very well and fits exactly. The comfort can be described as good and all in all these headphones are made for those who want to save some money. They are a cheap alternative for everyone who does not want to pay that much money.
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Best bang for the buck
I own a lot of headphones. All of them are more expensive than these by a lot, but not all sound clearly better than these; and that is the best compliment I can do. For the price? For closed headphones? ABSOLUTELY UNBEATABLE. If you're looking for open headphones, try the Superlux HD-668B. Comfortable (maybe too loose on the ears), durable - except the cable: eventually they will stop working and you think is because of that time they fell on the floor. It's not. They are rock solid. Just replace the stock cable for, say, an AKG K601 cable and you'll be fine.
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the t.bone HD 880
the t.bone HD 880 is a cheap option for studio headphones. Price is only around 25EUR but the quality is way better than you could think of getting in this price range. Of course you could get better headphones with bigger stack of gold , but for this price they are good! t.bone HD 880 comes with 3m cord which gives you movability. The sound is clear and sharp. The overall quality is good for normal studio work. If you want cheap option for good studio headphones, I would recommend these. I've been using these for a year now and they work great! Highly recommended!
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Get this headphone if you buy an organ
I bought a Viscount Vivace from Thomann and ordered one of the T-bone headphones so I could play without annoying the neighbours! What a lucky choice. The bass is rich and deep. Perfect for the pedal stops. The top end bright and well-defined. I tried a Phillips and a Sennheiser and found both unsatisfactory. The Sennheisser was very good with recordings etc, but I could not hear the bass of the organ, particularly the Quintadon 32ft.. I have read some reviews that are less than complimentary, but when paried with a Viscount organ, they are great.
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Comfortable and clear
I bought this headphones for using them with a guitar amp at home. They are very comfortable to wear. Enough place inside the for your ears. Even after a long time of wearing, they do not hurt. And the sound is very clear and well balanced, compared to other headphones within this price range. A bit more bass would be better i think, but i am no expert in this section. Also it is a nice feature that you can unscrew the audio jack, so that you can easily switch between 1/4" and minijack. All in all i would recommend them for beginners.
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I use these headphones for drumming. The sound quality is 2-3x better than what you would expect from this price-range. I mean it's amazing! If you want to buy a wonderful christmas present to a hobbyist audiophile without sacrificing too much money then this is your choice. There is one issue though, the structure has one weak spot, where the headband connects to the earpieces. In my opinion that's a fragile joint so the headset certainly needs careful handling. Other than that it's a first class product.
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very impressed
I didn't expect this to perform or sound as good as it does. Fo the moeny it is a real valuable purchase. I use it for keyboard, monitoring and private drums/guitar and it does all these very well- best impedance/ SPL match of any of the headphones I use this widely...hence its value. While I still choose to use my Sony's for close mastering, I don't take them places I take the HD880, which is conveniently doubled ended- both mini and jack stereo. I have thought about buying some more of these...
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You get exactly what you pay
Not that bad for the price, however this product would now not be my first choice when looking for headphones. I've used these hooked up to either an amp or effects unit, playing the guitar. The headphones aren't anything special in terms of comfort, the sound is alright, but some noise is present. The biggest issue was that after a while one side stopped working. At first jerking the cable a little helped, but eventually the pad went completely dead. So the quality leaves much to be desired.
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Great value for the money
For the price I don't think there is much out there that can beat these. I used them for silent practice on guitar and they work great. The have a surprisingly good bass response. One downside is that they feel a bit "cheap". The weakest point is the cord. I've had several of these and they never last more than a year before the cord breaks internally. These have a great price/sound ratio and I would definitely recommend these but be aware of the poor quality of the cord.
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T-bone HD880
I found these didn't fit me too well, they are quite a large headphone and unless you have a big head I would avoid them, they constantly fall off my head on the smallest setting, I have kept them in the draw for others to use when visiting the studio, the sound quality is ok but a little thin and they don't handle a lot of power before distorting, I would definitely choose some cheap sehnheiser or Phillips over these for the money
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Average quality for the price
I have owned these headphones for three or for years, and although they worked perfectly okay over that time, they have not lasted well with age. The ear padding has cracked and split throughout and is flaking off. Also, the right channel has just ceased working, in common with several other reviews on this same product. If you want something which will still be in decent condition a few years down the line, go up-market.
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