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BRAINWAVZ HM5 Studio Monitor Headphones

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  • Neutral sound signature - Your music will sound how it should!
  • 1.2m and 3m detachable cables included, use with your portable rig or home rig
  • Large, comfortable over the ear cups
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Comfort
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Noise cancellation
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connectivity tech
Wired
Wired
Wired
Powerline
Wired
Wired
headphones form factor
Over Ear
Over Ear
Over Ear
In Ear
Over Ear
Over Ear
connector type
3.5mm Jack
plug in
3 5mm Jack
3.5mm Jack
noise control
sound isolation
active noise cancellation
sound isolation
sound isolation
headphones jack
3.5 mm Jack
3.5 mm Jack, 6.35 mm Jack
3.5 mm Jack
3.5 mm Jack
3.5 mm Jack
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Detachable
Retractable, Detachable
Retractable
Detachable
Detachable
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control type
Media Control
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Volume Control
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Product Description

Hm5 headphones studio monitors
HM5 studio monitors

Accuracy when you need it most

HM5 headphones
SPECIFICATIONS

For the home studio enthusiast or high-end content creator the HM5 will be there, helping you get the best you can and create the sweetest sound for your projects.

  • Drivers : Closed dynamic, 42 mm
  • Rated Impedance : 64 Ω
  • Sensitivity : 105 dB at 1 mW
  • Frequency range : 10 Hz ~ 26.5KHz
  • Rated Input Power : 100 mW
  • Cable 1 : 1.3m Detachable
  • Cable 2 : 3m Detachable
  • Plug : 3.5 mm, Gold plated

HM5 - Studio Monitor Headphones

NEUTRAL SOUND SIGNATURE

The Brainwavz HM5 Studio monitor headphones are designed to deliver precise and accurate sound, replicating audio as it was intended to be heard in with a pure and neutral sound signature.

The HM5 don’t artificially color your music like most other headphones and speakers do. This is the mark of true professional quality audio reproduction. Hear music and speech just as it sounded in the original microphones, uncolored and unchanged.

  • Large, comfortable over the ear cups
  • Comfy embossed padded headband
  • Extendable arms for optimal fit
  • Neutral sound signature
  • Accuracy & Clarity
  • Removable earpads
  • Removable cables
HM5 Headphones

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HARD CASE

SECURE STORAGE: The Brainwavz HM5 comes complete with a high end carry case as standard. Made from robust material it includes dual zips for ease of access, an internal zipped pouch for spares.

CABLES

CABLE CHOICES: The HM5 come complete with a short 1.3mt cable for on-the-go use, and a longer, 3-meter cable for home/studio work. Both use a standard 3.5mm jack, and a ¼” adapter is also included in the accessory bundle.

EARPADS

OVER EAR DESIGN The HM5 comes with 2 sets of large pads as standard. An easy pad replacement system means you can swap and exchange earpads easily. Brainwavz have an extensive after-market range, with styles and materials to suit all tastes and situations.

HM5 earpads

Accessories and Specifications

ACCESSORIES: Headphone Hard case | Two Sets of Earpads (PU Leather) | 1.3 Meter Stereo Cable | 3 Meter Stereo Cable | ¼” Adapter | Instruction Manual

SPEC: Drivers : Closed dynamic, 42 mm | Rated Impedance : 64 Ω | Sensitivity : 105 dB at 1 mW | Frequency range : 10 Hz ~ 26.5KHz | Rated Input Power : 100 mW | Cable 1 : 1.3m Detachable | Cable 2 : 3m Detachable | Plug : 3.5 mm, Gold plated

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4 out of 5 stars
4 out of 5
258 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the sound quality, comfort, and value of the headphones. For example, they mention that it has a clear soundstage, and all genres sound good. They appreciate the nice build quality, and the soft earpads. That said, opinions are mixed on fit and warmth.

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101 customers mention82 positive19 negative

Customers like the sound quality of the headphones. They mention that it has a clear sound, with a wide soundstage. They also say that there is no sign of audio quality loss, and that all genres sound good with them. They have a good seal and isolate ambient noise well. Customers also say the headphones do a great job with strong percussion and bass, without compromising clarity.

"...For closed-back headphones, the soundstage is gorgeous, and there's no sense that you're losing any sense of detail whatsoever or compromising in..." Read more

"...more “sensitive” to the lower frequencies than the HM5, without compromising clarity, which is what I was going for...." Read more

"...The highs are beautiful, not rolled off or too bright. The bass is present as much as it should be, not boomy, punchy, or overwhelming...." Read more

"...5/5Conclusion:These headphones are exceptional sounding and beat most headphones at and even above its price range...." Read more

89 customers mention63 positive26 negative

Customers like the quality of the headphones. For example, they say it has a nice build quality, nice sound, and a hard shell case. Customers are also impresseded with the quality cables, saying they look refined and minimalistic. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

"...Honestly, whoever you are, just buy 'em. They're good. Like...really, really good." Read more

"...of daily use, I can report that the OneOdio A70 is durable, made with very nice material and craftsmanship and feels luxurious, subjectively speaking..." Read more

"...the metallic outside of the earcups and overall an impressive and durable build. The comfort is great however these do fit tightly to your head...." Read more

"...The plastic components of the headband and earphone gimbals have cracked or broken twice in the three years I have owned these headphones...." Read more

53 customers mention50 positive3 negative

Customers find the headphones comfortable. They say the earpads are soft and supple, and the headphones sit lightly on their head. Some mention that the headphones are the best feeling headphones they have ever bought. The sound quality is good and the price is reasonable.

"...First off -- these aren't uncomfortable, but neither are they the most comfortable headphones I've ever worn...." Read more

"...The pads are comfortable, although for me they took about 10 hours to break in...." Read more

"...is durable, made with very nice material and craftsmanship and feels luxurious, subjectively speaking. After 2 years mine can still pass for new...." Read more

"...Nicely padded headband with, as discussed before, huge, comfy earpads. Though plastic it is a great build and doesn't feel flimsy at all...." Read more

43 customers mention33 positive10 negative

Customers like the value of the headphones. For example, they say it's an excellent value, cheap for the amount of detail it provides, and well worth the wait.

"...They are an outstanding value and match the sound of some $300 headphones I own. You would be doing a disservice to yourself to not buy these...." Read more

"...The materials all feel very high-quality and are appropriate for its price...." Read more

"...Because I also need something more portable and inexpensive but also have the best sound quality for the money...." Read more

"...The headphones were also cheap for the amount of detail they produced and I was also comfortable with the headphones on my head for hours on..." Read more

16 customers mention16 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the cables that are included with the headphones. They say the two included cables are excellent, and the short one is an ideal length. They also appreciate the extra cable and earcups. Customers also mention that the detachable cables are quite useful and reassuring. However, some customers report that the cables are adequate but prone to tangling.

"...High quality and no reason for aftermarket cables here. NOTE: The red cables go to the right ear and the blue cable goes to the left ear...." Read more

"...The HM5s come with two cables, one for use with an mp3 player and a longer one for plugging into your amplifier or tv...." Read more

"...The two included cables are excellent, because the short one is an ideal length for being plugged into my laptop or phone at work; they give me..." Read more

"...The cables are adequate, but they're slightly prone to tangling, not the worst and not the best I've seen...." Read more

11 customers mention11 positive0 negative

Customers like the appearance of the headphones. They say they look nice even up close, they love the design, and they sparkle. Customers also mention that the headphones are an exception in the rough, and bring environments to life through the nuances they pick up. They also say that the frequency response is the least colored and flattest of any headphone. Overall, customers are happy with the appearance and sound quality of the product.

"...The highs are beautiful, not rolled off or too bright. The bass is present as much as it should be, not boomy, punchy, or overwhelming...." Read more

"...In my opinion the HM5s look super clean and modern, and I love the metal accents on the ear cups...." Read more

"...The long cable that came with it still looks flawless, even after being ran over multiple times by my office chair.-..." Read more

"...very hard plastic that is made to look like aluminum; they do look nice even up close though...." Read more

40 customers mention14 positive26 negative

Customers are mixed about the fit of the headphones. Some mention that they're wonderful for a normal size head, while others say that they are too large to wear around town.

"...It 'hugs' my face a little too tightly for my liking, and while there's room to adjust it for a looser fit, the sound suffers just enough when worn..." Read more

"...Nicely padded headband with, as discussed before, huge, comfy earpads. Though plastic it is a great build and doesn't feel flimsy at all...." Read more

"...I like the way the HM5's are styled, that said, they are FAR too large to wear around town without looking like a bit of a dork. 3/5..." Read more

"...Super large cushion ears (I used headphones 10+ hours a day), decent audio (neutral, but I'm not a stickler about that), amazing packaging..." Read more

15 customers mention8 positive7 negative

Customers are mixed about the warmth of the headphones. Some mention that they have excellent isolation, delivering warmth, depth, and overall richness. However, others say that they're overly warm and dark in sound, and make their ears sweat.

"...The bass is nothing amazing but it's natural sounding and warm. The midrange is strong, and the treble is clear without being overbearing...." Read more

"...Most of their earbuds are overly warm and dark in sound which compromises the highs and none of their earbuds I've tried were quite there yet...." Read more

"...Like the HM5, the OneOdio A70 performs as promised in my opinion, delivering warmth, depth, and overall richness...." Read more

"...The sound clarity is exceptional, however, it is slightly too warm to really achieve the cold precision of analytical headphones...." Read more

Being neutral is not a bad thing
5 Stars
Being neutral is not a bad thing
I stumbled upon these headphones after numerous hours of research. To be quite honest, I'd never heard of this brand before so I was a bit hesitant before making the jump; especially after owning products from major brands such as Shure, Audio Technica and Beyerdynamic. You know what to expect from those brands, but from Brainwavz? Read on to find out more..#Packaging: they come in a relatively small box (compared to the ATH-M50s), inside you'll find:-A black and red hard shell carrying case that'll hold your headphones and accessories-A carrying strap for your hard shell case-The warranty card and instructions-A spare pair of pleather ear pads-The headphones themselves-¼ audio jack-Two removable cables (1.3m and 3m long)-An airline adapter-A pouch to store all the cables and audio jacks#Design and Build Quality: and I thought my DT770s were big!They're definitely not like any other set of cans you've seen before, as soon as you pick them up you'll notice how light and sturdy they are. Some parts are made out of plastic, but they don't feel cheaply made.The ear pads seem to be of top notch quality, they're made out of pleather. If you do happen to break them, Brainwavz was kind enough to include a second pair; they both appear to be identical.I was actually kind of surprised with the quality of the cables, they appear to be strong and both sets are removable and can be plugged in without any problems.In my opinion the HM5s look super clean and modern, and I love the metal accents on the ear cups. You will like them wether you're 18 or 45.#Sound Quality: after burning them in for 72 hours with lossless music and pink noise. Amped with a Fiio E12 Mont Blanc and iPod Classic w/Fiio LOD L9.I like to buy different headphones because they all offer me different experiences; the ATH-M50s have a particular sound signature, as well as my Beyerdynamic DT770s and my Shure SE215. None of them sound alike, and that was one of the reasons I was in the market for a new set of closed back headphones. I also needed something less colored and more 'EQ friendly'. If you're a music fanatic like I am you will understand what I am saying.Why do I have the Audio Technicas? Because sometimes I wanna feel the bass (and have my head rattle for a couple of hours with techno and industrial music)Why do I have the Beyerdynamics? Because sometimes I wanna get that immersive experience without bothering those around me. Some people may disagree with me, but the soundstage on these puppies are outstanding, and not to mention little to no sound leaking.Why do I have the Shure in ears? Because I also need something more portable and inexpensive but also have the best sound quality for the money.The HM5s do not disappoint in terms of sound quality. Yes, they are flat, uncolored headphones. But that doesn't mean they're boring. It just means that you can pretty much EQ them in any way and direction you want to. If you're not a fan of EQing then leave them as they are, and you'll hear the music the way the artist intended.If you've never heard a flat response headphone before then you're in for a treat. No, the bass will not rattle your head, but you will be able to hear the bass as opposed to feel the bass. The mids aren't overpowering and they give the vocals a nice presence. The highs are perfect and I did not experience any sort of sibilance (unlike the DT770s).The soundstage is phenomenal; all the instruments are well separated.You will not be bothering those around you either, the HM5s have great passive noise isolation, so there's almost no sound leakage.I suggest listening to the following songs before you receive your headphones and then again after you burn them in.Madness - MuseSpeed of Sound - ColdplayDreamers - Savoir AdoreAutumn's Monologue - From Autumn to AshesStrict Machine - GoldfrappHouse of Cards - RadioheadNature Trips - EyedressAlso remember these are 64 Ohm headphones, so having something to power them is recommended.#Final Thoughts: they're keepers!Even if you hate these headphones you have to realize that you paid $129 for them. And not to mention all the great accessories that came with them (the case itself has to be worth at least $20 right?)I, on the other hand, loved them. I couldn't be happier with them and in my opinion these are right 'up there' with the leaders in the hi-fi audio business.They've earned a spot in my headphone collection, and I truly recommend them to you as long as you know what to expect.UPDATE: Check out the pictures I uploaded!
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After reading reviews and specs on both, my intention was to use the OneOdio A70s for every day leisure listening, and use the BRAINWAVZ HM5 Studio Monitor Headphones for music production work which requires a more neutral sonic translation. Price was also a deciding factor. I’ve been using both for a couple of years now and I’m happy to say I made the right call on this one.

Performance

The HM5 is great for music production, delivering clarity and balance as promised. It should be noted that these headphones are intentionally absent of bias toward any part of the frequency spectrum, meaning, if you have a bias for the low end as I do for example, or a bias for the higher frequencies, then these headphones may not be what you’re looking for. I have no idea what something actually sounds like in reality (how can anyone know), but based on my experience, these headphones are about as transparent it gets. I use them for surgical music production, to tweak my levels and isolate artifacts and such. But for my listening pleasure, the OneOdio A70 is my go-to.

Like the HM5, the OneOdio A70 performs as promised in my opinion, delivering warmth, depth, and overall richness. They are definitely more “sensitive” to the lower frequencies than the HM5, without compromising clarity, which is what I was going for. It does justice to the highs as well, but I don’t perceive a bias in that end of the spectrum. I use them for everything from pop, rock, rap, R&B, and classical, to Netflix and CNN. After listening to explosions and Anderson Cooper through these headphones, I don’t think I can use anything else. They are marvelous, especially for the price point.
Comfort

Both products are comfortable enough for longtime wear and do a pretty good job immersing you in whatever you’re listening to. The HM5s are big but very light.

Durability

After endless hours of daily use, I can report that the OneOdio A70 is durable, made with very nice material and craftsmanship and feels luxurious, subjectively speaking. After 2 years mine can still pass for new. I’ve used them wirelessly for hours on end every day for up to a week and only recharged them by choice, never out of necessity. I’m not familiar with whatever magic that makes this possible but I’m perfectly ok not seeing what or who is behind the curtain.

Conclusion

There are many reviews here that go into greater detail, so no shortage of information specific to your needs. I don’t really have any negative criticism of any significance for either product. They suit me just fine and check off all the boxes for me. The OneOdio A70 in particular exceeds expectations and can hold their own against expensive professional alternatives! Satisfied customer!

My review is intended for the average listener and DIY musician/producer. More discerning audiophiles will certainly have a different take. Your mileage may vary.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Casque, comme j'ai toujours souhaité
Reviewed in France on May 3, 2019
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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Casque, comme j'ai toujours souhaité
Reviewed in France on May 3, 2019
Je cherchais toujours un casque qui ne chauffe pas les oreilles, et qui donc ne les touche pas. HM5 est un régal, beau, grand, léger, très confortable (je l'utilise au travail dans l'Open Space, et dans le train). La qualité du son est très correcte pour mon utilisation. Les basses sont très moyennes mais ça me va pour la musique que j'écoute (Musique d'ambiance et de concentration). J'adore ce casque
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5.0 out of 5 stars Un todoterreno Calidad/Precio
Reviewed in Spain on June 19, 2017
Mau
5.0 out of 5 stars Buena calidad, no tan buen aislamiento
Reviewed in Mexico on September 1, 2016
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5.0 out of 5 stars ... 50 plus hours these headphones really opened and are wonderfully neutral. Which is fantastic as it allows you ...
Reviewed in Canada on January 26, 2016
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Luca Natali
5.0 out of 5 stars Finalmente un suono neutro
Reviewed in Italy on June 8, 2016
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