Price Paid:  $0.00

Summary:
I am so upset with this over-priced headphone. I was excited with it for a short while and then I realized that the wire is weak where you plug the headphone into the audio equipment. The music gets cut off on my left ear and I have to juggle the stupid wire around. I went out of my way to get an expensive headphone thinking this problem would not occur but, alas, I am very disappointed. Don't waste your money.

Price Paid:  $64.00 from Authorized eBay Sell

Summary:
My Opinion
I believe this was probably the best thing I could have done for my ears. . .and my work. It has a wide freq range, quick response, and great smooth lows. i have truly been satisfied. I had to give it 4 stars for the ear cushions, since I can upgrade to the Beyerdynamic Velour Padded Earcushions.

Strengths:
V6 vs. 7506 (I have Finally Compared)
I have finally compared the two side by side, and when I am working in Logic, I find that I am able to get a better overview of sound with the V6 than the 7506. Why, because I can hear what's up there beyond 20khz. Although sound when bounced is at a range of 20 to 20, I find mixing, and mastering with the V6's accurate, and clean. Some times you wonder to yourself when listening, are my headphones (V6) bad or is it how it was recorded. Later on you will find out it was how the specific sound was recorded when you hear distortion.

Since the range is so large (5hz-30khz) you can hear everything, including the distortion of not well leveled sound (which can sometimes be a peeve for some). But that's whey these were made for the studio, and not really for personal listening. So you can get the levels just right.

The Cord is Nice and long, and above all things, it is coiled. They seem to have a massive drive (1 W), and seem hard to blow, unless you do some serious testing.

Weaknesses:
The Earcushions
This is one area where these headphones need to improve, I like the fact that they SEAL your head, trapping in sound, nearly noise canceling because of the circum-aural design.But for a greater experience, even if your cushions have not worn out yet (which the MDR's are famous for), I would go ahead and get the Beyerdynamic Velour Padded Earcushions for the Sony MDR7506 and Sony V6 Headphones, DT250, DT280. They will add a greater experience to your sound, and work, and give you comfort as well. They only cost 19.50 from B&H.

The Bag it comes with. . .
I just upgraded to the Port Brace CS-B9 pouce, more cushion, and it has a zipper. It appears that this bag that has been given is a tad snug, and the top opens since it is a pull string. It is pleather, and it may last for a while. Yeah. . .just go ahead an upgrade. The pouch is about 14.99 from B&H

Similar Products Used:
Sony MDR 7506 Studio Monitors
Pioneer SM8's Studio Monitors

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Price Paid:  $0.00

Summary:
I have owned my MDR-V6 headphones for over 15 years. I use them while listening to music at my desk. The sound is pretty incredible for the price. Many have complained of the ear pads not holding up over time. I recently bought a replacement set from Beyerdynamics. They fit perfect, feel great and because they are fabric, I am hoping it helps solve any sweating problems from extended use. Time will tell if they hold up any better than the Sony earpads, but these were relatively inexpensive at $19. For those of you looking, I got mine at the url below:

http://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/313962-REG/Beyerdynamic_942704_Padded_Earcushions_for_DT250_DT280.html

Price Paid:  $70.00 from local store

Summary:
I bought mine in the late eighties. Loved em them and love em now. There might be a better pair out there but not at this price. I had to replace the pads last year, so what?

Strengths:
Excellent clarity, range and sensitivity, that's what's important. Could be lighter but they keep my head from floating away. Good price too.

Weaknesses:
A little uncomfortable but worth it.

Similar Products Used:
Just comparison shopping, I liked these the best

Price Paid:  $80.00 from don't recall

Summary:
No need to repeat all the good things already said. I've used mine for 20+ years, and I keep coming back to them after trying others. Quite a bargain and in production forever. Two things to be aware of:
1. As others have noted, the earpads wear out and are less then good even when new. So, replace them for $20 with good cusions from Beyer. Just google on "beedt250v" to find them.
2. These are great for iPods for 4 reasons: (1) low power needs, so no need for a headphone amp; (2) mini plug is std, so no adpater needed; (3) foldable, so are portable; (4) as good headphone go, these are cheap, so you don't have to worry carrying them around.

Strengths:
Great sound
Low cost ($70 online)
Low power needs (iPod)
Foldable (iPod)
Mini plug (iPod)

Weaknesses:
Ear pads: replace them with "beedt250v"

Similar Products Used:
None anymore.