How would you describe the XB950’s (sub)bass and the sound signature, compared to the Pro700 MK2? Do these two headphones have the same kind of wow-factor (for non-analytic listeners), or completely different beasts with different type of sound / target audience? I’ve not much experience with the BT version of the 1R, so I don’t feel okay recommending. But, the 1R and the 950BT sound nothing alike. The 1R series is thinner, more spacious, lean on the bass. The 950BT is more solid and firm, less spacious but very serious on the low end. I don’t think the 1R would be as well rounded nor as fun as the 950BT, but that is on paper and not based on my experience with the 1R. I wouldn’t shell out the extra cash for the 1R, no. Considering the fun factor the 950BT has, that would seal the deal for me. I didn’t find the normal 1R to be fun, so I would expect the 1RBT to also not be fun. Not that the X1 isn’t great with the XB950BT as well, because it is. But, synergy is a bit higher with the SR71B in the mix and the bass certainly cleaned up along with the treble. The headphone doesn’t need an amp and the likes of the Sansa players as well as the FiiO X1 are more than powerful enough to cause hearing damage. How should I pair these with a Bluetooth transmitter? Simply put them both in pairing mode and hope they connect?

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They actually make another much more expensive model, the Freq 9, surround sound, noise cancelling. No idea how good they sound for music. But for that money I would rather buy the Plantronics. Once people use Bluetooth headphones they do not want anymore cables. Okay, so I guess I got the one bum pair of these cans that Sony produced. Just opened the box today, and unfortunately the sound is absolutely horrific. It is so bass-heavy and muddy, even with “Extra Bass” turned off. The mids and highs are practically non-existent. The overall sound is just horribly muddy. This is a great gaming headphone, get yourself a cheap BT dongle and a desktop microphone and call it a day, never buy a gaming headphone again because none of the Tritton, Razer, or Turtle Beach headphones are even half as good as the Sony XB950BT. What I Don’t Like Prefer wireless? If you like what the MDR-XB950AP headphones have to offer but would really like the freedom of wireless connectivity then you’ve got to take a look at the Sony MDR-XB950BT wireless headphones. They have the addition of an on/off bass boost button! Recommended accessoriesHow was that an answer to Damen Adams’ post… ? He was asking about using a triple-channel 3.5 mm chords, thereby not going the Bluetooth route. The metal headband and ear cup fascias certainly give the MDR-XB950AP a premium look and feel. They have a substantial, somewhat bulky aesthetic which I know will appeal to a lot of people. The branding is subtle and the red trim detailing is a nice complimentary touch. Audio Performance I envy your headphone. It is too bad that mine is defective. It is not even available at Best Buy stores near my place now and I can’t even have it replaced. The midrange is perfectly fine, the treble needs to be boosted just a bit to make me happy and the bass quality could use a little cleaning up. Sony RnD, please with a cherry on top find a way to make any future Bluetooth headphones pair with Wasapi and 24bit output via Foobar2000. We need a BT dongle that handles this, as well as a headphone capable of actually doing it justice. Our Verdict

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I currently own the Sony XB500’s. I don’t have a massive repertoire with headphones like yourself but I know that the Sony XB500’s for me have been stellar. For 2+ years now, I’ve yet to try any headphone in its price range (and even some above like Beats) which are as satisfying to listen to and wear. Thank you for the best headset-review I have experienced! Beautiful and it made me happy, I meen it.

Ok, my little bass-heads. Let’s get down and dirty with these bassy headphones until we feel our love handles vibrate. We’ll figure out which headphone suits your musical taste and desire for bass in this Sony MDR-XB950 Extra Bass vs Audio-Technica ATH-WS550 Solid Bass Review. Sony MDR-XB950 Extra Bass vs Audio-Technica ATH-WS550 Solid Bass Review FIT Nothing on the market is quite like it in that price tier and I want desperately for Sony to make a brand new Flagship with vastly improved everything over the XB950BT, but one that retains that yummy and fun tonality, epic bass, and great liveliness in the midrange.