We Asked Audio Pros to Blind Test Headphones. The Results Were Surprising

When it comes to choosing the best headphones for audio professionals, there are a lot of factors to consider. Sound quality, comfort, durability, and of course, price, all play a role in the decision-making process. But what if we took out the factor of brand reputation and asked audio pros to blind test headphones?

That’s exactly what we did in our recent study. We gathered a group of audio professionals from various backgrounds – producers, engineers, sound designers – and asked them to listen to music through a series of headphones without knowing the brand or model they were wearing.

The results were surprising. Many of the audio pros were unable to identify the more expensive, well-known brands from the more budget-friendly options. Some even preferred the sound quality of the cheaper headphones over the pricier ones.

Comfort also played a big role in their decision-making process. Many audio pros found that the cheaper headphones were just as comfortable to wear for long periods of time as the more expensive ones.

Overall, this blind test opened up our eyes to the fact that brand name doesn’t always equal better quality in the world of headphones. It’s important to test out different options and find what works best for you, regardless of the price tag.

So next time you’re in the market for a new pair of headphones, consider doing your own blind test to see which ones truly sound the best to you. You may be surprised by the results, just like our audio pros were.