Neumann NDH 30 Dynamic Open-Back Headphone for Professional Mixing, Mastering, Twitch, YouTube, Podcast, Production, High Definition Music Listening, Titanium (509111) Large

These headphones really are an incredible source of true monitoring for mixing engineers who want amazing detail in a really wide stereo stage. I honestly have found that details in songs I've listened to for years have been newly discovered in these headphones.If your intent is to mix in headphones then these will definitely be an excellent choice.

I have several good dynamic headphones (Beyerdynamic, AKG) but they shared a characteristic sweetness and slightly passive sound that I've found common to dynamics. When I got my Audeze LCD-X at the end of 2021, I found the sound of the dynamics relatively pale.But the LCD-X is weighty and bulky and although within my comfortable wearing range, I still wanted an alternate of normal dynamic scale/mass that could stand up to the planar magnetic's absolutely right-on sound. After considerable research (and based on my experience with Neumann powered speakers and MA-1 DSP alignment), I zeroed in on these Neumann NDH 30.For the first evening and morning that I had them, the sound was not satisfactory. After puzzling about it several hours, I decided to check the plug as inserted into the right earpiece. Sure enough, I hadn't fully inserted it. This is slightly tricky - the plug must be firmly inserted so that it seats in the receptacle and the plug is turned clockwise to lock it.After that fix, I then compared the NDH 30 with the LCD-X by alternate listening to the same passages and tracks. If there's a dynamic headphone that could pass for planar, the NDH 30 is one of them. I perceive the main difference is that the LCD-X seems to highlight the sound in an attractive audiophile-friendly manner, whereas the NDH 30 comes across "straight", as you'd expect from a mixing/monitoring headphone.

Absolutely awesome!

I agree with others here that these are better than most headphones you’ll try. In my experience, better than every other headphone I’ve tried. However, the top band gets uncomfortable after a few hours of mixing. Almost feels like pressure. It’s not unbearable but just uncomfortable. Other than that and the length of the cable (which isn’t that big of a deal for me) they are great paired with the MT48 interface.

I recently purchased the Neumann NDH 30 headphones and I am extremely satisfied with this product. The sound quality is exceptional, with clear highs, detailed mids, and deep bass that provides a well-balanced listening experience. The build quality is superb, with a sturdy and comfortable design that is perfect for long listening sessions. These headphones deliver professional-grade audio performance, making them ideal for both casual listening and critical audio work. If you're looking for high-quality headphones, I highly recommend the Neumann NDH 30. You won't be disappointed.

These headphones are not affordable. But I’ve heard so many good things from other audio engineers, that I had to get some for myself. They sound quite flat and lack a lot of the low wind exaggeration. That headphones usually have. They also sound clear and revealing which is good for the task of audio engineering work. The hardware seems good, however, I’m always leery of plastic components on headphones. I can’t imagine these lasting a lifetime, and I certainly hope parts are available if they were to break. I don’t think most people would pay this much for a pair of headphones, but again , if you want to standard with a relatively flat frequency response, thus not requiring software calibration or like, they seem to be the best for that.

The bass! Definitely something i wasnt expecting with these open backs, i have tried most midrange open back headphones and these definitely have the best bass. Its tight pronounced and shakes the headphones. Im glad no eq was required to get an even bass response. These were definitely eqd for monitoring and mastering. The center and stereo image is great with depth. You can make mixing decisions with these! Soundstage feels large but not massive. Not the intimate in your head sound you get with most headphones. The mids are smooth a little pronounced in the upper mid range but still neutral overall. Highs go all the way up and have no sibilance. I took a chance with these and it payed off, they may need a hair of eq but definitely worth the asking price! Finally some headphones that feel like they tick all the boxes. PS make sure the cable is screwed in to the headphones correct or you will be hearing mono signal with some phase issues. Ask me how i know