I couldn't tell which I preferred, until the Z1R started, it sounds wonderful. I'm going to have to get it, if I don't I will end up buying multiple cheaper sets over time trying to get the sound I want. That is a sure way to spend more in the long run than if I just got the thing I really wanted. Another great video.
I bought the Z7M2 based on this review, and after some listening at our local Sony store. Still burning in. I feel it complements my Sundara well. Sundara sounds more "airy" to me, and is open back. But it's bass is not ideal for me. I prefer the rumbling bass of the Z7M2, and the sound, while not so "airy", is more intimate and I can listen to it for long periods without feeling fatigued. Z7M2, being closed back, is different from the Sundara open back. Hope you return to reviewing audio again. Really enjoy your work, and it's great to see our fav Sesame Street characters. You have their mannerisms and voices down pat.
Hi I love the fact that putting on the headphones ourselves and listening to the difference is what makes the difference with your reviews MDR Z72 for me . Thank you please keep up the interaction part .
The Mr. Ears thing is brilliant. If you can get hold of some Focals to compare (Elear, Utopia) and Meze Empyrean, and any other higher end cans, that would rock. The Z7M2 and Z1R comparison is fantastic. They seem pretty similar, but being able to go seamlessly back and forth between the two using that ear mic is awesome, thanks!
Thanks very much, I appreciate it! I’ll include Mr. Ears in every review & do more back & forth demos. Would love to review and demo the Utopia & Elear, as of now I don’t own them. Maybe Focal can lend me some pairs! Thanks for your comment.
hahaha this is one of the most creative headphone reviews I've watched on UA-cam. Subbed! One suggestion I would make is letting us sample a variety of genres so we have a better frame of reference for sound. Also keep the list of songs the same so in your future reviews, the samples would be very useful for us to compare and contrast between many different headphones. Otherwise, this was quite an experience. Thank you and happy holidays! :D
Thanks for subbing and the great suggestion! Hm, maybe I can post videos doing sound tests comparing headphones according to what people ask for (as long as it’s a headphone I own!)
@@bertreviews no problem! I really appreciate the work you put into your videos. ALSO, if you can let us hear the original recording (assuming you won't get copyrighted by UA-cam) in between the switches, it would honestly be so helpful for the viewers.
Sure, actually you can hear (and even download the song) and I always include links to that in the video description. You can hear the song here: ua-cam.com/video/cmVdgWL5548/v-deo.html. I have to use copyright free music (and credit the artist in the description) or use music from the UA-cam library, otherwise UA-cam could shut down or mute the video. It’s a challenge sometimes finding music! I will keep your suggestions in mind!
Bert Reviews I just can’t help keeping watching! Awesome! Very entertaining! I’m not sure using the characters would be another copyright issue you may have checked out. But I just love so much how you review headphones! For music you may try Epidemic Sound, I use it and you can check their great quality! 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Hey Bert, love the videos! wondering if there will be a full review on the Z7M2 soon as im hoping to buy them and would totally love to get your impression. From listening to the sound demo you posted with mr.ears, the Z7M2 sound a little less wide than the Z1R, by maybe about 30%. I'm hoping the review comes soon so i can hear your thoughts after months of using them.
Это лучший обзор) С юмором, но всё чётко и по делу. Без воды и бредовой отсебятины, как в большинстве подобных обзоров. Спасибо за максимум полезной информации! Отдельный лайк - за саундтест)
Keep up the good work. I've had the Z7M2 for some weeks now, liking them quite a lot. Been some time since I heard a z7. But from memory this is clearly different. More mids and treble, and a bit less bass. Still an relaxing headphone when coming from some Beyerdynamic or focal.
Thanks very much. Yes they are different from the Z7, they do have some sparkle but are not as bright as some other high end headphones. Thanks for watching!
I've just came across your channel, really enjoying your format lol. Thanks for the Sesame throwback, I'm just waiting for your subs to come pouring in because you've earned it :) Keep up the fine content!!
I just came from your z1r review. It's astonishing how creative your videos are and how much effort goes into them. You definitely earned my subscription and a new regular viewer. Keep up the great work, really! Edit: The z1r sounds amazing in comparison to the z7m2 on my wh-1000xm3. Is the difference just as big or even bigger in real life?
Thanks so much! I prefer the Z1R to the Z7M2, to my ears it’s more refined and handles resonances/reflections/damping like a DREAM, all due to the engineering of the acoustic filter & housing. The Z7M2 lacks this amazing feature. Glad to have you on the channel! 😀
Although we tend to look for the “best” headphone, my opinion is instead to look for a headphone that is the “best for you.” This means to look for a headphone that: 1) Is a good fit for your genre(s) of music 2) matches your personal sound tastes 3) is a good fit (or at least not picky) with the source and amp you have available 4) matches your listening lifestyle (home vs portable, etc) 5) matches your budget So in your case I would ask myself, are you happy with the MDR-1A? What do you like or dislike about it? When upgrading, try to find a headphone that KEEPS much of what you like and also ADDS the elements you are missing. The HD 820 is a different beast than the Z7/Z7M2 line at a very different price point, so this has me curious about the five points above with regards to your situation. Be careful about chasing the “best” headphone - because honestly, there is no end to that search and it can end up costing you a lot as you pay to upgrade your gear. I have heard the the most expensive headphones in the world. They all do different things well and some not so well. It is like looking for a car - if you have 3 kids you will be miserable with a Ferrari because it does not fit your needs. Consider the points I mentioned above carefully and try to have clear answers for them, it is most important to be clear on what makes YOU happy about a headphone. What others consider to be the “best” may not be the best for you. Take care and thank you 🙂
Thank you for that quick reply. It's just that I want a more detailed listening experience, without anything overlapping certain parts. Because with my MDR-1A I get good sound overall, highs and midrange are clear, but sometimes the bass feels a bit too strong and overlaps the midrange. So I'm technically looking for very detailed headphones with a rather soft bass. Or well, the bass can be heavy and punchy, but it just shouldn't overlap the other parts of the song. That is also why I think that I should probably save up the money for the HD 820s, because they will probably provide me with that listening experience which I need. But I'm just not sure honestly. I drive my MDR-1As with a Sound BlasterX AE-5, which is enough for those headphones. And I mainly listen to electronic music. And I also need closed cans, because my parents will hear the music in the next room at night. I just feel that there are no good closed headphones for under 2000€. So it's pretty much like: you either spend a lot of money to get the Z1Rs, HD 820s or some even more expensive ones or you will be just stuck with an average listening experience :/ Sorry for that rant, honestly just don't know what headphones to pick :(
@@freesS3 i've just got my Z7... and I would say the are toooooooooooooooo dark. It's rly good for EDM and dark direction rock/metal. But they are rly bad at punk/power/symphonic metal. Something like Two steps from hell sounds awesome, but as i mentioned... with lack of treble.
@@Therapyxx Oh well, then they are nothing for me. Because I prefer the highs and mids in EDM songs, not so much the bass. And I also like to listen to some piano music here and there, so the "darkness" is not really good then. Thanks for your comment.
@@freesS3 the joke about dark vader wasn't a joke... :D well I have 2 headphones in front of me. Its Z7 and 660s sennheiser. It would be best combination ever. 660s for power metal and symphonic music. And Z7 for industrial, dark metal and EDM. But they are so much different. No comparison at all, just 2 different worlds. I dono what to do. Maybe i will try to denon7200. But I'm looking for an allrounder... So hard to find it :D
Dear Bert Reviews, It's been a while since you've posted a video, I hope you're doing well. Would it be possible to get a full review of the Sony Z7m2 headphones? i'm eagerly waiting to hear your full review and what you think of them as i'm about to order them myself and would like your opinion when it comes to considering them. Have a great 2020! :) hope to see more Bert Reviews of other headphones!!!
Hi Asher, Happy New Year to you too! I have started writing the script for a Z7M2 review! It may take a while to get that video done though. What did you think of sound comparison in this video? I hope that gave you some idea of their sound signature.
@@bertreviews Thats great to hear! i'm super excited for that review :) can't wait to watch it! From the sound review, I definitely enjoy the Z7m2 sound, it feels more controlled, the Z7 despite also sounding good, sound a bit too wide/loose. the bass feels like it comes on a bit softer and wider than the more focused z7m2. i'm listening to the sound test on my personal BeyerDynamic DT1990 Pro and my source is the RME ADI-2 DAC.
I can’t afford any of it yet, but still, it would be interesting to see a comparison between these and the campfire audio cascades, and other closed back, somewhat portable headphones between $500-1000.
Hi, Bert, wishing you a wonderful new year! I love your videos!!! I also have the Z7 and I like it a lot. The Z7 mk2 sounds clearer, I kind of like it. It is definitely an improvement. I am considering the Z7 mk2 now. Thanks for your quality videos.
Hello, I currently have the Audio Technica m50 and the Vmoda m100, how does the frequency response of Z7m2 sound compare to the m100 or the m50 if just casually listening? Would the z7m2 sound profile be similar or drastically different from what I currently own?
Well, I am on vacation in a few days and will start a new video. It may take a few weeks to get it online though. I'm just one person and it takes a while to do the research, testing, filming & editing. But in the words of Santa....I'll be back. Thanks for the comment!
Bert are you going to do a review of your Audio-Technica AT-HA5050H Hybrid Headphone Amplifier? I am very eager to buy but the only downside of it is there is no pre out and the price but then again I have not listened to it so I do not know if it is worth it in price.
Yes I am definitely planning to do a thorough review of the AT-HA5050H, but I am not sure when. It has a few unusual quirks, like no pre out, no optical input and for the price, no balanced headphone outputs (probably because Audio-Technica only sells unbalanced headphones) But the sound in my opinion is gorgeous, alive and organic, lots of body, layers of detail, great dynamics, punchy yet smooth, zero harshness, and so so refined. If I had to use a car analogy I would say it is NOT a Ferrari or a even a sports car - but a Rolls-Royce. So it depends if this is what you are looking for. I don’t think it’s an amp anyone can dislike for its sound - it is a great amp - but whether the price is worth it is really up to you. You can sometimes find a demo unit that a store is selling for cheaper than full retail. If budget is an issue, I very strongly suggest investing in the best headphones you can afford first, before an amp - even this one.
Bert Reviews headphone wise check Sony Z1R, Sennheiser HD 800S, Hifiman 1000V2, and incoming Focal Utopias I am using a Auidio Gd Master 9 headphone Amp with Sony HAP-Z1ES, Sony NW-WM1Z, Questyle CMA600i, and my favorite Oppo UDP-205 not to mention all of my high end Vinyl stuff including my Technics SL1200G with Audio Technica ART9 cart.
SO can you please advise me which one to buy? Z7 or Z7M2 if I look a some allrounder. Mostly I hear to rock and electronics, but sometimes i love to hear epic orchestral. I have atm Sennheiser 660s they are amazing for rock and epic, but completely "NO GO" for electronic music. That's why I wanna try sony. The second question(but not as important atm): Currently I have asus phoebus sound card. Yes I know it's so bad for that HP segment, but exactly that's why i'm planning to buy some audio equipment in the near future. Can you give me some tips what do I have to buy for that sony's? (planning to spend so around 1000 euro for dac/amp) :D p.s. like, abo - your channel is underrated :(
I prefer the bass on the Z7M2 to the Z7. If you have more to spend, for EDM some of the best headphones I have heard are the Fostex TH900 (killer bass), Z1R, ZMF Atticus & Eikon. None of the 3 Sony headphones in this video are picky or difficult to amp in my experience. I have some high end amps so I cant give you the best advice on amps in that price range. BUT, if this channel takes off, I hope to be able to get more amps and gear at different price ranges so that I can review and offer better recommendations to you! Thanks for your comments!
@@bertreviews thank you for you answer! :) I've already read everything about z7 and z7m2 on the internet and yesterday I ordered Z7mk1 from amazone warehouse for 470 euro (new costs 600+) because most of people say that z7 bass is overall better, but there are existing people who says an opposite opinion like you said. well, I think I will order m2 aswell (it costs 660 euro atm) and do my own comparison :D hopefully the quality of used article will be acceptable otherwise If i had a choice between brand new z7 for 610 euro and z7m2 for 660, i would directly go for m2. student's budget is limited ^^ anyway thanks a lot again. I will wait for your new dac/amp reviews in the mid range segment. p.s. sorry for annoying but recently I spoke with my friend, who told me that I can save a bit money on this hi-end stuff for a first time and take something like that from china... www.aliexpress.com/item/Breeze-audio-SU3-ESS9018-asychronous-USB-decorder-DAC/32733058673.html?spm=a2g0v.10010108.1000001.7.366c1e77dFw5g0 do you think is there a chance to get something adequate or should a let my fingers away from that?
Indeed; one or two Koss headphones from way back in the day had 89mm drivers, unreal! Sony is making the biggest dynamic driver currently in production today. Edit: Koss KO/727B was one :) I have it, I'll include it in a future video. Thanks for bringing this up!
I just ordered the z7m2.... they better not release a z7m3 this year, or like a z8 or y7 or whatever is next. Ill be furious lol. Although, I have the Sony MDR-1am2 and I love them, but I want to upgrade. UPGRADE!!!!! Sony has the sunflower inner grill on the 1am2's as well. And I can say, these headphones sound GORGEOUS. So I can't wait to hear the z7m2 From your sound demo, the z7m2 have more detail and sound more rich. The z7m2 almost sound the same as the z1r, which makes me happy because I can't afford the z1r but I did just order the z7m2 from amazon. at another part of the song, the z1r is way sharper than the z7m2.
@@Leo.SKDXL05 I was originally using my soundblaster ae-9 but that pos gave me more headaches than you can imagine (not working right) so I ended up buying the Topping DX7PRO and using that as my main source. Connected to my PC via USB. The z7m2 are more comfortable than the 1am2s since the pads are bigger. The z7m2 has larger speakers so the bass hits better. Not as much as bass as Sony's xtrabass lineup of headphone but enough to make music sound correctly. The z7m2 hits highs better than the 1am2s as well. Basically, the 1am2s are suited to low power even capable of being driven by a cell phone. While the z7m2 at 50ohm need more power to get the same volume level. With the topping, I couldnt go past -20 (0 is loudest) with the 1am2. The same volume level with the z7m2 is at -10 (aka needs more power). As far as the dx7pro, the audiophile community are retards. They cry that the "output" has an ohm of like 12, so 50ohm headphone (z7m2) plus output impedance ends up 62 total ohms.... What they dont realize is, sound quality goes up with higher ohm, but requires more power. Less ohms means you need less power but also means worse audio quality. Even in the car world, you wont see people wiring door speakers together to 1 ohm to gain loudness because the quality would suffer. Hell home theaters are generally 8ohm vs car typical 4ohm. And headphone go up to 600ohm to get that clarity. Audiophile community is funny because they constantly contradict themselves on what quality means.... One minute its 600ohm headphones next its leas than 1ohm output at the amp side.... Shake my head. End of the day, you get what you pay for. The z7m2 beat the 1am2s hands down. Just make sure you can drive them
@@goblinphreak2132 Thanks for the quick reply! I've been researching for a replacement for my Fostex TR-X00 Ebony since they have a cheap build quality but the sound is one of my favorites (smooth and strong clear bass). I currently have the AudioQuest NightHawks and the Focal Radiance but I truly miss the Ebony sound signature. I have the IFI Zen Dac paired with the Topping A90 amp for my main set up, but I also have the THX 789 paired with the Paw S1 portable dac for my home office set up. Both set ups have sufficient power and clarity. I've been researching the ZMF Atticus but tbh they are a bit too expensive for my current budget. I'm pulling the trigger on the Sony Z7 M2 mostly on this review and No Themes Review who tbh is one of my favorite audio reviewer on youtube. He did an in depth review on the Bass, Mids, and Tribble that really convinced me the Sony Z7 M2 are the replacements for my Ebony. Thanks again!
@@bertreviews Of course it does not matter or detract in any way from your most excellent work. The productions values are top notch and the substance is excellent. So well done.
No it's a good point; I'll have him speak into it more accurately. If you notice that the mic is off to the side a bit, it's just to ensure the viewer can see his face. Thanks :)
Sound Test
▶️ Z7M2 vs Z7 vs Z1R: 13:36
Bert Reviews without my headphone I already can tell the difference in the bass response
Thanks for your comment, yes it's interesting how clear the difference is! Hope you found the sound demo useful.
simply awesome! already able to tell the difference. thank you so much for doing this!
please come back!
Initially thought you were a joke but the reviews you make are so much more coherent and well put than most others. Well done!
Thanks very much!
Funny, to my ears the Z1r sounds like an improved Z7 whereas the Z7M2 sounds like a different pair. I prefer the Z7s over the Z7M2's
The production on this video is just insane. I'm subscribed. You honestly deserve alot more subscribers!
Thanks very much for your support! Means a lot
I couldn't tell which I preferred, until the Z1R started, it sounds wonderful. I'm going to have to get it, if I don't I will end up buying multiple cheaper sets over time trying to get the sound I want. That is a sure way to spend more in the long run than if I just got the thing I really wanted. Another great video.
You're amping up the video quality!
Thanks! 🙂
why is this so good?? I need more! 🥺
Came for z7m2 preview and stayed for the quality contents! Kudos to you!
Thanks! 🙂
Z7 sounds the best out of the two to me.
This was awesome, you can tell how much effort went into this video! So glad I've found your channel :)
Thanks Paul! Glad you enjoyed the video and hope you keep watching! 🙂
Tyll Santa always cracks me up. Happy new year!
Thanks, same to you!
Did you have a custom Hawaiian shirt made just for Santa I mean Tyll? You really need to make more video's just awesome and entertaining
Thanks very much! I am doing research for the next video right now actually. I found the Hawaiian shirt on eBay 🙂
W8, does Tyll refers to innerfidelity? Or is just Santa Tyll? Lol
i had the same question but got answered with that Hawaiian shirt reference @@vipernecklampy8773
I bought the Z7M2 based on this review, and after some listening at our local Sony store. Still burning in. I feel it complements my Sundara well. Sundara sounds more "airy" to me, and is open back. But it's bass is not ideal for me. I prefer the rumbling bass of the Z7M2, and the sound, while not so "airy", is more intimate and I can listen to it for long periods without feeling fatigued. Z7M2, being closed back, is different from the Sundara open back. Hope you return to reviewing audio again. Really enjoy your work, and it's great to see our fav Sesame Street characters. You have their mannerisms and voices down pat.
Hi I love the fact that putting on the headphones ourselves and listening to the difference is what makes the difference with your reviews MDR Z72 for me . Thank you please keep up the interaction part .
Love this video, very original, very refreshing. I had the Z7 but decided to upgrade directly to the Z1R rather than to the Z7MkII.
Thank you! Yes the Z1R is a great headphone
One of THE BEST headphone review channels in YT! Cant believe I came upon this so late. Hoping for more content despite Bert's hiatus
where did you go? the landscape needssss youuuu
The Mr. Ears thing is brilliant. If you can get hold of some Focals to compare (Elear, Utopia) and Meze Empyrean, and any other higher end cans, that would rock. The Z7M2 and Z1R comparison is fantastic. They seem pretty similar, but being able to go seamlessly back and forth between the two using that ear mic is awesome, thanks!
Thanks very much, I appreciate it! I’ll include Mr. Ears in every review & do more back & forth demos. Would love to review and demo the Utopia & Elear, as of now I don’t own them. Maybe Focal can lend me some pairs! Thanks for your comment.
hahaha this is one of the most creative headphone reviews I've watched on UA-cam. Subbed! One suggestion I would make is letting us sample a variety of genres so we have a better frame of reference for sound. Also keep the list of songs the same so in your future reviews, the samples would be very useful for us to compare and contrast between many different headphones. Otherwise, this was quite an experience. Thank you and happy holidays! :D
Thanks for subbing and the great suggestion! Hm, maybe I can post videos doing sound tests comparing headphones according to what people ask for (as long as it’s a headphone I own!)
@@bertreviews no problem! I really appreciate the work you put into your videos. ALSO, if you can let us hear the original recording (assuming you won't get copyrighted by UA-cam) in between the switches, it would honestly be so helpful for the viewers.
Sure, actually you can hear (and even download the song) and I always include links to that in the video description. You can hear the song here: ua-cam.com/video/cmVdgWL5548/v-deo.html. I have to use copyright free music (and credit the artist in the description) or use music from the UA-cam library, otherwise UA-cam could shut down or mute the video. It’s a challenge sometimes finding music! I will keep your suggestions in mind!
Bert Reviews I just can’t help keeping watching! Awesome! Very entertaining! I’m not sure using the characters would be another copyright issue you may have checked out. But I just love so much how you review headphones!
For music you may try Epidemic Sound, I use it and you can check their great quality!
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Thanks so much for your comments and thoughts. I appreciate the information about Epidemic Sound! I will check it out. Thanks for your support!
Great form of reviews, good jokes, lots of information, keep good work.
Thank you! Much appreciated my friend!
The sound comparison was very helpful. Entertaining and informative video. Nice work and hope to see more of these in the future.
Thank you!!
5:00 nice Tyll's impression haha
Fantastic review, thank you so much for taking the time.
I thank you for watching! Much appreciated 🙂
I just found this channel and its amazing, Audiophiles why ya'll be sleeping on my boy Bert Reviews, this channel is gonna be huge :)
You are awesome man, thanks for your support!!
Love your videos
Thanks for your support!
Best channel on the ‘Tube, and no new videos in two years? Where are you?
What a great summary, thank you!
thanks for the review. it is very informative and entertaining. that sound demo is spot on. keep it up.
Simply Great. From video quality to the relevance of the questions answered in this video without forgetting the creativity. Great Job Guys.. 👍👍👍
Thanks very much, I really appreciate it! 🙂 glad you enjoyed it!
Hope you will return with more reviews. This is one of the best reviews of the Z7M2, and we really appreciate your puppetry and humour.
Where are you Bert?
Hey Bert, love the videos!
wondering if there will be a full review on the Z7M2 soon as im hoping to buy them and would totally love to get your impression.
From listening to the sound demo you posted with mr.ears, the Z7M2 sound a little less wide than the Z1R, by maybe about 30%.
I'm hoping the review comes soon so i can hear your thoughts after months of using them.
happy new year to u crew . great video .
Thanks and happy new year to you too, all he best!
Amazing work, just speechless. How fun and informative. Keep doing it man. 😮
Genius! Just.. Just.. Bert :)
Loved the sound comparison too! Great work!!
Thank you! :)
Это лучший обзор) С юмором, но всё чётко и по делу. Без воды и бредовой отсебятины, как в большинстве подобных обзоров. Спасибо за максимум полезной информации! Отдельный лайк - за саундтест)
Спасибо !
Looks like Bert is on Valium, way too polite and cheerful. Joking aside, great review.
Great job very creative with excellent editing
Thanks very much!
Best headphone review channel ever!!!!
thanks 😊 glad you like it!
I really enjoyed your video, thank you!
Thanks, I really appreciate it! :)
Keep up the good work.
I've had the Z7M2 for some weeks now, liking them quite a lot. Been some time since I heard a z7. But from memory this is clearly different. More mids and treble, and a bit less bass. Still an relaxing headphone when coming from some Beyerdynamic or focal.
Thanks very much. Yes they are different from the Z7, they do have some sparkle but are not as bright as some other high end headphones. Thanks for watching!
Would you say then that the Z7M2 would complement the Z1R since the Z1R has even more bass(?)?
I've just came across your channel, really enjoying your format lol. Thanks for the Sesame throwback, I'm just waiting for your subs to come pouring in because you've earned it :)
Keep up the fine content!!
Thanks Derek, that means a lot! Really appreciate you watching and the encouragement! More videos coming :)
@@bertreviews I'm all subbed up and ready to go 😁
Have a great weekend!
Thank for subbing, glad to have you!! Have a great weekend as well! :)
I'm so here for this... Amazing. More, more, more!!!!
The z1r sounds so good!
holy cow the tyell puppet part had me laughing so hard ahahahaha
Nice video! Liked. Keep it up.
Thanks!
I just came from your z1r review. It's astonishing how creative your videos are and how much effort goes into them. You definitely earned my subscription and a new regular viewer. Keep up the great work, really!
Edit: The z1r sounds amazing in comparison to the z7m2 on my wh-1000xm3. Is the difference just as big or even bigger in real life?
Thanks so much! I prefer the Z1R to the Z7M2, to my ears it’s more refined and handles resonances/reflections/damping like a DREAM, all due to the engineering of the acoustic filter & housing. The Z7M2 lacks this amazing feature. Glad to have you on the channel! 😀
I watched this with my 4 year old and we both liked it,lol
Lol, nice to hear, that’s awesome! 😂🙂Thanks 😃
Awesome review 👍
Thanks!!! 😃
Best review ever. thx a lot.
Thank you!
Just found your channel and it's amazing, I love it
Although we tend to look for the “best” headphone, my opinion is instead to look for a headphone that is the “best for you.” This means to look for a headphone that:
1) Is a good fit for your genre(s) of music
2) matches your personal sound tastes
3) is a good fit (or at least not picky) with the source and amp you have available
4) matches your listening lifestyle (home vs portable, etc)
5) matches your budget
So in your case I would ask myself, are you happy with the MDR-1A? What do you like or dislike about it? When upgrading, try to find a headphone that KEEPS much of what you like and also ADDS the elements you are missing. The HD 820 is a different beast than the Z7/Z7M2 line at a very different price point, so this has me curious about the five points above with regards to your situation. Be careful about chasing the “best” headphone - because honestly, there is no end to that search and it can end up costing you a lot as you pay to upgrade your gear. I have heard the the most expensive headphones in the world. They all do different things well and some not so well. It is like looking for a car - if you have 3 kids you will be miserable with a Ferrari because it does not fit your needs. Consider the points I mentioned above carefully and try to have clear answers for them, it is most important to be clear on what makes YOU happy about a headphone. What others consider to be the “best” may not be the best for you. Take care and thank you 🙂
Thank you for that quick reply.
It's just that I want a more detailed listening experience, without anything overlapping certain parts. Because with my MDR-1A I get good sound overall, highs and midrange are clear, but sometimes the bass feels a bit too strong and overlaps the midrange.
So I'm technically looking for very detailed headphones with a rather soft bass.
Or well, the bass can be heavy and punchy, but it just shouldn't overlap the other parts of the song.
That is also why I think that I should probably save up the money for the HD 820s, because they will probably provide me with that listening experience which I need.
But I'm just not sure honestly.
I drive my MDR-1As with a Sound BlasterX AE-5, which is enough for those headphones. And I mainly listen to electronic music.
And I also need closed cans, because my parents will hear the music in the next room at night.
I just feel that there are no good closed headphones for under 2000€. So it's pretty much like: you either spend a lot of money to get the Z1Rs, HD 820s or some even more expensive ones or you will be just stuck with an average listening experience :/
Sorry for that rant, honestly just don't know what headphones to pick :(
@@freesS3 i've just got my Z7... and I would say the are toooooooooooooooo dark. It's rly good for EDM and dark direction rock/metal. But they are rly bad at punk/power/symphonic metal. Something like Two steps from hell sounds awesome, but as i mentioned... with lack of treble.
@@Therapyxx Oh well, then they are nothing for me. Because I prefer the highs and mids in EDM songs, not so much the bass. And I also like to listen to some piano music here and there, so the "darkness" is not really good then. Thanks for your comment.
@@freesS3 the joke about dark vader wasn't a joke... :D well I have 2 headphones in front of me. Its Z7 and 660s sennheiser. It would be best combination ever. 660s for power metal and symphonic music. And Z7 for industrial, dark metal and EDM. But they are so much different. No comparison at all, just 2 different worlds. I dono what to do. Maybe i will try to denon7200. But I'm looking for an allrounder... So hard to find it :D
Excellent review 😂👍🏼
Thanks man😀
Dear Bert Reviews,
It's been a while since you've posted a video, I hope you're doing well.
Would it be possible to get a full review of the Sony Z7m2 headphones? i'm eagerly waiting to hear your full review and what you think of them as i'm about to order them myself and would like your opinion when it comes to considering them.
Have a great 2020! :) hope to see more Bert Reviews of other headphones!!!
Hi Asher, Happy New Year to you too! I have started writing the script for a Z7M2 review! It may take a while to get that video done though. What did you think of sound comparison in this video? I hope that gave you some idea of their sound signature.
@@bertreviews Thats great to hear! i'm super excited for that review :) can't wait to watch it!
From the sound review, I definitely enjoy the Z7m2 sound, it feels more controlled, the Z7 despite also sounding good, sound a bit too wide/loose. the bass feels like it comes on a bit softer and wider than the more focused z7m2.
i'm listening to the sound test on my personal BeyerDynamic DT1990 Pro and my source is the RME ADI-2 DAC.
Hi. How Z7m2 isolation in home environment and how about sound leaks also?
Which is more better for what i want please
Thanks
Darth vader 😂
interesting thing. sound Z7 better for me then Z7M2 ,Z1R :)
Lol that was great, audio reviews + fun I love it
Thanks, glad you enjoyed it!
This was great. Thank you!
great on so many levels
Z7m2 is enough
i always gets bored in a middle of audio stuff review... but this one? nahhhh i can watch this all day
I can’t afford any of it yet, but still, it would be interesting to see a comparison between these and the campfire audio cascades, and other closed back, somewhat portable headphones between $500-1000.
Wou you never did the full review of the Z7m2?
Hi, Bert, wishing you a wonderful new year! I love your videos!!! I also have the Z7 and I like it a lot. The Z7 mk2 sounds clearer, I kind of like it. It is definitely an improvement. I am considering the Z7 mk2 now. Thanks for your quality videos.
Happy New Year to you, Jay! Glad the video helped you to decide!! Thanks for your support!
You deserve more views man
Hello, I currently have the Audio Technica m50 and the Vmoda m100, how does the frequency response of Z7m2 sound compare to the m100 or the m50 if just casually listening?
Would the z7m2 sound profile be similar or drastically different from what I currently own?
Awesome thanks
Thank you, thanks for watching 🙂
When do u plan on coming back?
Well, I am on vacation in a few days and will start a new video. It may take a few weeks to get it online though. I'm just one person and it takes a while to do the research, testing, filming & editing. But in the words of Santa....I'll be back. Thanks for the comment!
We miss you....
Hi Jay! Just finishing off the next video, it should up in the next few days!
Bert are you going to do a review of your Audio-Technica AT-HA5050H Hybrid Headphone Amplifier? I am very eager to buy but the only downside of it is there is no pre out and the price but then again I have not listened to it so I do not know if it is worth it in price.
Yes I am definitely planning to do a thorough review of the AT-HA5050H, but I am not sure when. It has a few unusual quirks, like no pre out, no optical input and for the price, no balanced headphone outputs (probably because Audio-Technica only sells unbalanced headphones) But the sound in my opinion is gorgeous, alive and organic, lots of body, layers of detail, great dynamics, punchy yet smooth, zero harshness, and so so refined. If I had to use a car analogy I would say it is NOT a Ferrari or a even a sports car - but a Rolls-Royce. So it depends if this is what you are looking for. I don’t think it’s an amp anyone can dislike for its sound - it is a great amp - but whether the price is worth it is really up to you. You can sometimes find a demo unit that a store is selling for cheaper than full retail. If budget is an issue, I very strongly suggest investing in the best headphones you can afford first, before an amp - even this one.
Bert Reviews headphone wise check Sony Z1R, Sennheiser HD 800S, Hifiman 1000V2, and incoming Focal Utopias I am using a Auidio Gd Master 9 headphone Amp with Sony HAP-Z1ES, Sony NW-WM1Z, Questyle CMA600i, and my favorite Oppo UDP-205 not to mention all of my high end Vinyl stuff including my Technics SL1200G with Audio Technica ART9 cart.
SO can you please advise me which one to buy? Z7 or Z7M2 if I look a some allrounder. Mostly I hear to rock and electronics, but sometimes i love to hear epic orchestral. I have atm Sennheiser 660s they are amazing for rock and epic, but completely "NO GO" for electronic music. That's why I wanna try sony.
The second question(but not as important atm): Currently I have asus phoebus sound card. Yes I know it's so bad for that HP segment, but exactly that's why i'm planning to buy some audio equipment in the near future. Can you give me some tips what do I have to buy for that sony's? (planning to spend so around 1000 euro for dac/amp) :D
p.s. like, abo - your channel is underrated :(
I prefer the bass on the Z7M2 to the Z7. If you have more to spend, for EDM some of the best headphones I have heard are the Fostex TH900 (killer bass), Z1R, ZMF Atticus & Eikon. None of the 3 Sony headphones in this video are picky or difficult to amp in my experience. I have some high end amps so I cant give you the best advice on amps in that price range. BUT, if this channel takes off, I hope to be able to get more amps and gear at different price ranges so that I can review and offer better recommendations to you! Thanks for your comments!
@@bertreviews thank you for you answer! :)
I've already read everything about z7 and z7m2 on the internet and yesterday I ordered Z7mk1 from amazone warehouse for 470 euro (new costs 600+) because most of people say that z7 bass is overall better, but there are existing people who says an opposite opinion like you said.
well, I think I will order m2 aswell (it costs 660 euro atm) and do my own comparison :D hopefully the quality of used article will be acceptable otherwise If i had a choice between brand new z7 for 610 euro and z7m2 for 660, i would directly go for m2.
student's budget is limited ^^ anyway thanks a lot again. I will wait for your new dac/amp reviews in the mid range segment.
p.s. sorry for annoying but recently I spoke with my friend, who told me that I can save a bit money on this hi-end stuff for a first time and take something like that from china... www.aliexpress.com/item/Breeze-audio-SU3-ESS9018-asychronous-USB-decorder-DAC/32733058673.html?spm=a2g0v.10010108.1000001.7.366c1e77dFw5g0
do you think is there a chance to get something adequate or should a let my fingers away from that?
89mm is the largest dynamic driver ever made Lafayette f990
Indeed; one or two Koss headphones from way back in the day had 89mm drivers, unreal! Sony is making the biggest dynamic driver currently in production today. Edit: Koss KO/727B was one :) I have it, I'll include it in a future video. Thanks for bringing this up!
i love Mr. Ears! yeah~
Thanks!
Are u recomnded for compatirve games like rainbow six seige to listen foot steps very well around me ???
Very dedicate video. I like mr. mic phone
Man i love this vídeo haha
I just ordered the z7m2.... they better not release a z7m3 this year, or like a z8 or y7 or whatever is next. Ill be furious lol. Although, I have the Sony MDR-1am2 and I love them, but I want to upgrade. UPGRADE!!!!! Sony has the sunflower inner grill on the 1am2's as well. And I can say, these headphones sound GORGEOUS. So I can't wait to hear the z7m2
From your sound demo, the z7m2 have more detail and sound more rich. The z7m2 almost sound the same as the z1r, which makes me happy because I can't afford the z1r but I did just order the z7m2 from amazon. at another part of the song, the z1r is way sharper than the z7m2.
how did you like the Z7 M2? How do they compare to the MDR-1am2? Are you using a Dac/Amp combo or just a Dac?
@@Leo.SKDXL05 I was originally using my soundblaster ae-9 but that pos gave me more headaches than you can imagine (not working right) so I ended up buying the Topping DX7PRO and using that as my main source. Connected to my PC via USB.
The z7m2 are more comfortable than the 1am2s since the pads are bigger. The z7m2 has larger speakers so the bass hits better. Not as much as bass as Sony's xtrabass lineup of headphone but enough to make music sound correctly. The z7m2 hits highs better than the 1am2s as well.
Basically, the 1am2s are suited to low power even capable of being driven by a cell phone. While the z7m2 at 50ohm need more power to get the same volume level. With the topping, I couldnt go past -20 (0 is loudest) with the 1am2. The same volume level with the z7m2 is at -10 (aka needs more power).
As far as the dx7pro, the audiophile community are retards. They cry that the "output" has an ohm of like 12, so 50ohm headphone (z7m2) plus output impedance ends up 62 total ohms.... What they dont realize is, sound quality goes up with higher ohm, but requires more power. Less ohms means you need less power but also means worse audio quality. Even in the car world, you wont see people wiring door speakers together to 1 ohm to gain loudness because the quality would suffer. Hell home theaters are generally 8ohm vs car typical 4ohm. And headphone go up to 600ohm to get that clarity. Audiophile community is funny because they constantly contradict themselves on what quality means.... One minute its 600ohm headphones next its leas than 1ohm output at the amp side.... Shake my head.
End of the day, you get what you pay for. The z7m2 beat the 1am2s hands down. Just make sure you can drive them
@@goblinphreak2132 Thanks for the quick reply! I've been researching for a replacement for my Fostex TR-X00 Ebony since they have a cheap build quality but the sound is one of my favorites (smooth and strong clear bass). I currently have the AudioQuest NightHawks and the Focal Radiance but I truly miss the Ebony sound signature. I have the IFI Zen Dac paired with the Topping A90 amp for my main set up, but I also have the THX 789 paired with the Paw S1 portable dac for my home office set up. Both set ups have sufficient power and clarity. I've been researching the ZMF Atticus but tbh they are a bit too expensive for my current budget. I'm pulling the trigger on the Sony Z7 M2 mostly on this review and No Themes Review who tbh is one of my favorite audio reviewer on youtube. He did an in depth review on the Bass, Mids, and Tribble that really convinced me the Sony Z7 M2 are the replacements for my Ebony. Thanks again!
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lol! Hm...there's an idea! :)
@@bertreviews Thanks for replying. I'm really loving the reviews and the characters. Really looking forward to your next videos.
He is talking into the top of the AT side address condenser microphone (2020?).
Yes, although he should be talking into the side! Lol. But the audio you are hearing when I voice Grover is the RE 20, a dynamic mic.
@@bertreviews Of course it does not matter or detract in any way from your most excellent work. The productions values are top notch and the substance is excellent. So well done.
No it's a good point; I'll have him speak into it more accurately. If you notice that the mic is off to the side a bit, it's just to ensure the viewer can see his face. Thanks :)
HD 800,Audeze lcd 3 , fostex 909 ,fostex 900 plus focal clear and beyer T1 . all are great BUT
Sony Z1r for me is better than all of them .
Yes, it is a marvellous headphone!
Done.
wish i had found this channel earlier so that i can tell him to making more reviews...smh.
Z7 BEST
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Thats too much of dark vader in both, z1r seems ok