I found the Sonys to be a bit bass-heavy. They were pretty comfortable though, as they completely cover my ears vs. the Pioneers clamping my ears tightly. For extended listening I wouldn't use either, but for DJ use I prefer the Pioneers - more accurate sound, better fit, and no problems with durability so far.

I have been using the Sony 700s since a couple of years back. While the sound suits me when I play out. What annoys me is that the swivel joints do keep cracking. If like me, you DJ proffesionally then you will know that they do the job but having to replace them for that reason is not good enough.
Headphones can be quite a personal issue for various reasons but it's always worth remembering that we are all different and to use what works for you.

Audiophiles will crucify the the Sonys until the cows come home. DJs will give you a different story and so on.
It has to be said though that Sony are taking the piss a little by not doing anything about that swivel joint and as a result I am moving onto another make, probably Sennheiser. Still undecided though.

As for using them in a studio scenario that is a big no no. They really don't give you a flat enough sound to be able to master propperly.

Oh well
Nem

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Originally posted by Nemesis44 It has to be said though that Sony are taking the piss a little by not doing anything about that swivel joint

indeed. All they have to do is to either replace it with an aliminuim joint, or just a thicker and stronger plastic joint.

I'm very sorry to let my Son't go, because I LOVE them..but it's gonna be Sennheisers for me, especially since I use it for studio work as well. (their response is quite flat)

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I use the V700DJs... used to use sennhesier hd 25s and before that i used sennheiser hd 200s

Just worked this out...

4 nites a week for 4 hours at least...

Plus extra nites here and there

So thats at least 832 hours use (probably nearer 900 to be honest) a year in a very harsh environment.... and they still havent cracked..

even if they did crack after a year thats some serious useage

I have to replace my stylus once a year - i have no objection to replacing my headphones after a year considering how good they are.


i dont use them folded tho on one side- this seems to prolong their longevity.

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Originally posted by ReBirth It only lasted me a year.

oops...correction..just looked at my receipt...I had it for 2 years...still tho..shouldn't break at that price..

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