WHAT MAKES GREAT DJ HEADPHONES
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There are several factors DJ’s have to consider before evening showing up for a gig, especially a paid one. Your reputation and future earnings depend on it after all. Therefore is having the best gear such as a turntable, controls and headphones important to any DJ. But what makes great DJ headphones, and what do you have to look out for?
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Specs are all important in choosing your next set of dj headphones
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· Always look for the best headphones for DJiing that provide crisp and enhanced lows and highs, and not just great sound.
· Ensure the frequency range is around 20 HZ to 20,000 Hz. · Impedance rating of 25 ohms are best. · 40mm or bigger driver will help you distinguish louder lows. · Check the comfort level of the headphones. You don’t want to be left with a headache from a to tight-fitting one after only and hour. · What is your preference – Cordless or corded headphones? Ensure cordless headphones such as Bluetooth enabled, still have the same capabilities as corded ones. · Good quality and durable headphones is a must for any earnest DJ. Don’t skimp on your budget here. · Design – headphones come in all kinds of designs these days. Choose the design that best displays who you are. For a DJ, quite often, the outside look is everything to the crowd. · dB/mW Sensitivity is another very important aspect. Sensitivity refers to the volume your headphones can produce; the higher the number (dB/mW), the more volume is produced. · Foldable or non-foldable is another aspect to look for when choosing the best headphones. You want headphones that fits easily onto your head, will be easily removable, and will be able to bend in different ways when need be. · Thickness of the headband and design, with inlayed sponges on the top is usually recommended. It avoids scratching of the scalp in the long term. · Are the ear pads and cables replaceable? What makes great DJ headphones is the ability to replaces ear pads and cables once they become torn or old. You will often notice the sound quality of your headphones still being perfect, but you can’t wear your headphones, since the ear padding has worn away or the cables has become torn. · Purchasing plain colored or solid-colored headphones is often best. You will then be able to have your logo applied to it, thereby branding your equipment for visual marketing during performances. Beware of certain health concerns · Although the dB/mW sensitivity ration of your headphones is important, will you need to remember not to listen to high volumes for more than a certain period. Listening to high volumes may damage your hearing ability in the long term. · Do not wear headphones that are too tight, causing headaches. · Headphones that are too heavy, might place unneeded strain and impact on the scalp. Avoid headphones that ways down on the scalp. |