They are the most immersive headphones I've ever heard along with the 371s. The opposite of Sennheisers. These aren't "relaxed." These are the professional wrestlers of headphones. The Andrew WKs. As for the most comfortable, I don't know. Philips 9500. Sennheiser 599. Even the Rockville M50 Pro are comfortable and sound great, coming with a case and both kinds of pads.
These are the most comfortable headphones i've ever owned, the pads are even better than the velour ones in my Superluxes plus these are so light that you almost forget you listening with headphones. Now i gotta listen to the sound demo with these.
Currently i'm looking for a takstar pro 82 upgrade, because after 4 years of use the bass is making an "brr" noise on my left pad. Do you know any good alternative? Was looking for these AKG361 but turns out that a lot of people thinks that the sound is worse. Would be a nice help, looking for around 100$ budget headphones.
Brother loves his AKG K240's (I think they're an older model K240 than what's on offer now, gold trim like the Studio but I don't think they're Studios). Since they're open-back they aren't suitable for listening in an office, where he instead uses Cambridge Audio bluetooth IEM's, which aren't so comfortable for hours on end. I think this might just be his birthday present this year.
Hey Zeos, I have an idea of a video for you, what about like putting your headphones in the table and sorting them out by the kind of sound you get out of them. I thought this might be helpful if you already have decent headphones and want another pair, but don't want to get something expensive with similar sound (like for example I have HD 6xx now but don't know if getting the Elex would be worth it or if I should try something completely different in terms of sound)
SMEGMAZ I love that idea. That’s really what we are all looking for. We want to know what we will like based on other products that we can benchmark. Great idea man. I think Z should do this just solely based on your name lol.
I was gonna say something along those lines. "I like headphone X, and I'm looking at headphones Y and Z, which are similar in price and are both recommended, but I'm not sure exactly how they compare to each other"
I knew my ears didnt deceive me at Guitar Center. Both of these sounded really good to me and better than the Audio Technica m40x. They sounded closer to the m60X, which are superior to both these but $200.
@@ZReviews Tanks for reply, I previously had Sennheiser Momentum wired and I want to get new portable closed cans. Do k361 have much worse sound quality?
Z, i got a tip? Kinda? It's mostly for everyone here. Here goes, so if you have your old bose QC 35, their pads tend to wear out really quick in warmer climates, causing you to have to replace them every year or so. Despite that, the pads for them are in fact amazing, so its kinda worth it. Anyways, i had an old set of replaced earcups (cause the leather on them had peeled off significantly) and i basically took a knife on them and removed the pad foam from the QC. the foam just so happens to be the perfect shape and size to be able to squeeze under the pleather covering this ones cups, so that under the leather, you have the regular yellow foam and then its covered by green foam from the QC. it solves the issue of the driver covering touching your eartips (I have large ears) and i think it improves the way stuff sounds, by a fairly large factor.
Depends on your use-case: AKG361 if you want good general purpose all-rounder cans. Think Pro82 with better detail. HD280 if you want great monitors that can be used for mixing (once you understand their quirks). Do not buy these if you're a bass head! M40x if you want your ears to hurt
@@danboud8135 okay what if my main priority is comfort and build quality. I am not an audiophile so I don't really understand a lot of music, but want to invest in some good quality headphones. I was thinking of going for the DT 770 but they are a bit above my budget.
@@hyzy96 The DT770s are rock-solid. Full disclosure, I’ve only listened to the 80 Ohm version but a colleague of mine, whose opinion I hold in high standing, says the difference is so very, very slight the casual listener won’t spot it. They sound great. Full, voluminous bass without being boomy and detailed highs that sparkle (some do say, a little too much but I do like a little “snap”). Plus the soundstage is damn impressive. The build is great as they feel very rugged, have great comfort, but my only gripe is that the cable is non-removable… and that DT770 cable goes on for days. Not really a mobile option. But if you’re sitting and listening, it’s worth finding the extra scratch and buying these. They’re excellent. I know Z didn’t splooge all over them, but they deserve love. Now, if you’re looking for a strong contender that won’t hurt your budget, the Takstar Pro 82s (or their clone, the Cooler Master MH751s) are more than worthy. Not as detailed as the DT770 but have a very relaxed sound, are built great and are comfy as hell. Pro tip, if you go for the Cooler Masters, get the newer 2nd generation version as the first batch did have some build issues but they’ve now been sorted. Hope that helped!
Looks like I may have narrowed it down to these or the dt 770 pro 250ohm. I have HD6XXs, SHP9500Ss, and ATH-M40Xs(uncomfortable after a short while). I want a more comfortable closed back headphone though for when it's noisy and I need to just not hear the noise and hear the music or movie or whatever I'm listening to. Comfort and sound quality, and sound isolation are the most important things for me, seem these are more comfortable but I hear the dt 770pro is really good at isolating sound. I have a A30/D30 setup on my desktop and don't really plan on much on the go use. Listen to a decent amount of japanese music and classical and some other stuff like indie and acoustic stuff. I am always hesitant to buy more headphones though since I don't use the ones I own as often as I thought I would when I bought them.
I got the k371 and everything sounds pretty good in them to me. If you don’t like the hd650/6xx, you probably won’t like them. If you do, you probably will like them.
I purchased the AKG 361 recently, and I've had the Cooler Master headphones for a while now, after watching that review. I really prefer the sound of the AKG, but I think the Cooler Master is definitely more comfortable.
@@jmkincaid7 Appreciate the reply!! Currently deciding between these AKG361s or a DT770 Pro (80 Ohms) for casual use (music, videos, movies)... Any thoughts? Will look into the Brainwavs pads if I decide to go AKG.
@@TF2ReplayMaker I think it's price point and slight differences between the 2. I went with akg because the cord could be disconnected, I didn't need an amp, and the price was a bit cheaper as my first entry point into the audiophile world. I currently don't have the the DT's but I believe they both have similar neutral sound points. I believe either or will work for you but it also depends on what your intent for using them is. Mine is for gaming and listening to a wide range of musical genres from classical to heavy metal and the akgs do fantastic.
Depends what you like. The 371 is warm and rich sounding whereas the 361 is brighter with more treble. I prefer the 371 tbh and you need to burn them in first as the sound does change a bit
This was a random purchase for me one day at guitar center.picked the 361 been using a few months with rode ntusb mic.....very nice comfortable I like the bag it comes with 2 cords ...I don’t mind proprietary cord
They have just arrived, and I am trying them, and the truth is that they sound very good, I do not highlight anything special. They are lightweight, very comfortable and soft pads, and the sound is clear and with good detail and fairly good channel separation.
I'm wearing them right now I literally just got these in the first thing I noticed is that they're more tighter because my old headphones will not old I still have them we're less tighter like the clamping Force some quality I still need to go over different kind of genres thank you for saving me $51 have a nice day
@@fivinh0 Kind of an unfair comparison (HD58x jubilee are natural with great bass extension). It is also an open back. the m40x are different sounding and closed back. And yes, the 58x are better all arounder. I know because I have them.
16:19 "maybe theyll come out with a 351 thats even cheaper made out of paper. and theyll be the best headphones on earth" LMAO, thanks for the laugh :D
should I get these or the the dt 770? (I have a schiit stack and hifiman he 5xx which are too open for how loud my room AC is) Would you ever consider making your channel 4k?
OMG so many headphones! came here to chose between these 2 and now i know this is the place where to ask which one in your opinion is the most comfortable(i see a lot of headphones near your desk)? It should be closed , over the ears and thick enough not to touch the ears, and if would be somehow behind the neck/ head would be great because i wear glasses. I love my HD 595 but they are open and i own and cannot use DT 770,- they are pressing on my glasses no matter what.
@@4fiHysteria I noticed the mic audio bleed, and the right earpad broke easily from falling on the floor once, so I had to superglue it to headband (but I can't no longer rotate it). Otherwise super comfortable and have very pleasant sound (prefer them to Senn 595). Might get another one with the tiny DAC.
reviews with lots of profanity are just the coolest, plus the humour, plus the non-sensical informative delivery of the product, thumbs and middle finger up all the way for this vid!!
Is the Philips SHP9500 still worth it? Should I get them for $70? Or is there something better for the price? I need them mainly for music, and I like bass (I know they don't have much bass, I'm not afraid to use EQ if need be). Should I get them, or is there something better now? I was also thinking of Takstar Hi 2050, but the cable isn't detachable, so... But sound is the most important factor
@@nonenothing4412 I already have BLON BL-03, which are superior to both mentioned by you, in my personal opinion. I want over ear headphones, but don't know what to pick. And I want the BEST for the price
@@lolikpof you heard all three? I'm still waiting for the blon to compare. so u want over ear... look also audio Technica ad500/700x, even ksc75. but if you need mainly bass - maybe just get some hyperx cloud I/II/core/silver, these are takstar pro80.
@@nonenothing4412 yes, I heard all 3. In short: After upgrading cable and tips Blon is the best, hands down. Best timber, tonality, bass, soundstage is awesome... ZSX is next, thought it can be sibilant from time to time, and I hate that, less bass than Blon, but still good. I bit more detailed than Blon, but Blon is still WAY superior imo. Bonus ie is also great, but.. it's... It's not as good as the other two. It's great for the price, but I use it, for example, to go to the store or public transport, not chilling at home with music. Btw, it's very difficult to get a good fit with BLON, you might have to go through a lot of tips, but once you find it, it's great. Also sound isolation isn't the best, so can't use it in public transport. But still, totally worth it! Thanks for the over ear recs! Bass is important to me, but there shouldn't be too much, and I hate muddy bass. I'll look into the audio technica, but comfort and soundstage is also very important, so... I don't know. The Philips are supposed to be super comfortable and open back, which is very appealing. And it's pretty cheap, don't want to spend more than $75 if possible. Thx, I'll look into it
@@lolikpofagree about bonus. i like it to commute - no peaks, enough detail and bass. shp's are more peaky than zsx, i don't think you will like it. i think you should try ksc75. quarter of shp's price, but sound more or less on same level and more neutral in treble and bass (in shp only midrange is neutral). i prefer ksc for gaming - has very crisp imaging, works with csgo very nice.
...got a pair as an open box for 70 bucks and I'm pretty shocked. The left driver on my SD 598s bit the dust and I was looking for a stop gap. These are a hell of a lot more than that. I'd have to spend a couple hundred to do as well, I suspect. Sweet sounding, and my old ears can't bear bright highs any more...
I don't even care so much about "better" because maybe they are both the same quality, but they're going to sound *different* and it would be good to understand the difference.
Hey Zeos - I've just noticed when you took the ear pads off that 361 and 371 had different type of mesh screens..Could it be that that's what controls the frequency responce of those headphones? What would happen if you switched them around? Would 371 sound like 361??? :) Can you try doing this? Maybe that's the way to have 371 build with 361 sound? :) Just a thought but it'd be interesting to see if it is the case or not :)
These or the Sennheiser hd300 so far as sound signature for your enjoyment... I know the price bracket is different but sometimes as you know with the koss khp30i, price isn't always an indicator of how good headphones sound.
I owned 2 of those. They sound horrible. Both samsung and akg have better stuff than that. Akg's quality obviously being better. they were a headphone company. I say were because Samsung is just using them as a marketing device now. But if u enjoy them then it's okay. I used to enjoy dem too before I got into audio.
They extend fine in my opinion. They don't have the bass boost at the very bottom that the 71s have though. The mids are fine for my preference but I think I prefer them a bit forward because I like vocals.
@@crashkdwYes the sub bass is boosted slightly but the rest of the bass is neutral and it has plenty of mids plus the treble is not elevated. So how is it V shaped? If anything its pretty flat frequency response wise. Look at some graphs
Damn another pair to consider... I'm looking for some closed back $200-$250 with big soundstage, good lowend and detail. Had the Pro82 (cause of you), they were great, but narrow. Now I'm using Koss KPH30i and Superlux HD681 EVO2 with changed pads, and those have great soundstage, but neither is closed back, which is annoying in the office.
Beyerdynamic DT770 pro is your friend then. I'm a big soundstage lover too.... and I have never heard another closed headphone with the soundstage as big as the 770. They also have a fantastic bass response. My frame of reference for sound stages the Audio-Technica AD900.... so I can tell you the 770's are excellent
So the misplaced piece of paper isn't affecting the sound? Wonder how the two compare if neither had that paper blocking the holes or if they had it done similarly.
In Japan the AKG K361 cost exactly the same as the Sennheiser HD280pro. I have the 280s and they are F A N T A S T I C! Can you make a comparison video Z?? :-)
@@felipeblack851 THe HD280 is the complete package at a fair price not the overpriced headphones you find anywhere else. 500-600-3000USD.... INSANITY!!! I own some of the expensive ones and they are not bloody better then the HD280 not even by a little bit. The Bass in the 280 is amazing and these headphones are very well balanced (not shrilling ear piercing highs) like the rubbish HD800 which I owned and returned. Nice balanced frequencies across all the range and the isolation is superb. You will not hear noise from outside and people will not hear what you are hearing. Confort also is absolutely fantastic after keeping them stretching on a yoga block. I own 3 of these now. One for my PC, one in my bedroom with my THX789 and one in my TV room. This headphone is also amazing for movies. It cost just like a cable for any other headphones..... so why not give it a try. In a overpriced world where everything is made to steal money from clueless consumers this product is one of the few fair priced.
@@pedecia wow thanks for sharing your thoughts on this headphones, i really appreciate it. I was going back and forth in which one to buy but thanks to you I now what am I going to buy. Got another question, should I buy an amp/dac combo for these? I'm running onboard from my Dell Optiplex pc
It’s like the sennheiser HD25 vs the HD25sp lite one is more focus on DJ mixing. And one is for commercial use. I got a pair of 71 for $60 as a back up for my HD25. Don’t think I will use it cause the sennheiser built like a tank.
Wow, yet another cheap but great closed back headset to drain my wallet........just got the Monoprice Retro's in last month (love 'em!) and now these will be my budget buy for this one. Thanks for all the great reviews Zeos, you're actually saving me a fortune thanks to that 👍
I'm very interested in your opinion between the Monoprice Retro and the AKG K361. I want a great budget closed back with great details, tight bass (not bassy), not harsh trebles, decent soundstage and imaging. Can you help me on this ? It's exactly the two references I'm interested in.
@@trixniisama Start off with the Retro's, they are a nice, well rounded closed back that gets better with age. I love the signature very much and it'll meet what you're looking for. And for the money, they are a steal!
@@trixniisama They're different, so it's kinda hard to recommend one over the other, they both have their strengths. As for the scenario you gave me above, the Retro's will be a better choice for you. But considering the low price of each to be honest, go for both in time if you could.
Definitely. I had the m40x exactly one year and the ear pillows start crumbling and the legendary hinge snap happen to me on one of the earphones hanging out screaming low build quality. Got the AKG 361's, and couldnt be happier. It survived longer than the m40x's and it sounds better (Only with DAC with my experience, a true budget beast unleashes; like Z's video, man uses high end amps here and he aint lying). I do have a big knucklehead too lol
sound test on akg 361 / 371 and shure k840 are missing... also v-moda - audio technica try them on bluetooth and wired mode to see if any difference on sound / battery smart device
Is no one talking about how the cable has a 0% chance of fitting any hole on any phone or tablet case? It's huge. Does anyone have a recommended cable replacement that has the twist and lock on one end and a 3.5mm jack that is slim enough to clear a case on the other? Love Z Reviews BTW.
Hello everyone , BUY THEM (instead k371) Yay .... BUT same ussue with inner grill (delicate plastic) and sound "diffuser/muffler) the grey part that ISN'T CENTERED : exatly the same my k361 IN ITALY. What The HELL AKG !!!!!! excellent bank for bucks headphones , have old HD555 and brand new DT 770 .... 77 euros expedited from amazon , WOW 5 min work , thank Zeos pointing that , sound slightly off R/L in mid-highs , I repeat , slightly .The work: gentle peel off with a blade half the grill (gentle , or it will deform) Cut with a sharp blade the excess of grey (pasted) "paper" and remove , it will come in one peace , make match L/R , ONLY the first ring of holes from the center do matter really (on my 2 / 2,5 mm "quarter moon" removed ) , re paste pushing by hand , gently , the grill , it will stay in place firmly like new , JOB DONE . and ALL OK. THE HELL AKG .......
To listen to music , podcast , movies.......to enjoy the sound and not so much "analyze" the sound, which headphone is better and how much considering difference in price: AKG K361 (wired) vs Sennheiser HD560s or Sennheiser HD599 ( I know the Sennheisers are slightly different but for MY needs I will suppose they are kind of the same in terms of quality of sound) . Thanks to whoever can help me out answering my question.
@@donvittoriosierra Damn... would you still recommend them? Lol I just want some bt headphones with great sound quality that don't look ugly but that seems too much to ask.
hi I would like to thank you for your recommendation I bought the Philips SHP950 and a creative sound g6 and I don't think I will need anything else ever , like if they break after some years I will still buy them again no questions asked .
I thought the same way with my 50 bucks Shure headphones. They're good, no doubt, but you need more after a while. When time goes by, you will think of buying some planars or just different pairs of headphones, brother
i went to a buddies house and tried these, they were good, but i feel like they sounded very similar to my Sennheiser HD4.40Bt headphones, not sure what price they're at now but i think they dropped a fair bit since i got them.
That's not a good sign. I have the 4.4bt andthought they where my least favorite Sennheiser headphones. The 650's are incredible and I have heard others all good. 4.4 sucks.
@@JohnCiaccio the sound is similar but the treble is better on the 361's, my ears are fairly fucked so I wouldn't use what I say as a guide, but it's just what I thought of them, they still sound good in my opinion. He has 650's now which I have yet to listen to but I think he definitely prefers them to the 361's, I think he made a video comparing them actually.
@ Z Reviews i rly need your opinion: K361 or T50RPmk3 (price is the same in my country) for gaming / mixing? thx hope u will see my question. with regards)
If you like mids don't get the dt770. They are my least favorite headphone I own out of the following -hd6xx -koss porta pros -tinaudio t3 They have superb imaging, soundstage and bass response though so they are certainly fun to put on at times.
@@DGardn100 Thanks, watched only about 8 minutes worth, saw Oluv's and Metal 571's reviews and Z went on like a gushing school girl so I stopped after he talked about the cables.
Maybe not the best spot to ask, but Considering a new headset as my "gaming" headset's left ear died. Akg 361 look tempting. But can some of you recommend something open-back for comparable price. Or other closed backs to consider would be nice too.
For gaming, the Audio-Technica ATH-AD700X is the king for 'budget' headphones. Can also get the AD500X will work too if you need to go down in price. The AD500X have a slightly more diffused sound stage, bit more bass & slightly less treble. But both are amazing for gaming. Sennheiser always made very solid headphones that work well in games. Haven't heard their latest revamp on the 500 series yet, but the 598 should be very good. They're do not have the same amazing sound stage that you'll get with the Audio-Technica, but they're a bit more 'alive' for certain genres of music and movies. The AKG-K701/2 are probably the best gaming headphones you can buy, unless something better came out that I'm not aware of yet. However, the AD700X comes very freaking close to them.
@@kiwiandapple503 thank you so much for giving such a reply. I'll dig into the variants you provided as I settle down with moving. Although, I guess, I didn't clarify that this was a Siberia v2, and I don't really play competitively, so the sound is important as well. I prefer slightly v-shaped or I want to try mid-forwarded ones. Still, the models you recommended look great, thanks!
Maybe you're right or maybe you've got a not so good tunned version of K371's. Would have to compare several pairs of each model to actually verify your "superior" claim :)
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Bought the 371 and equipped it with a set of brainwavz. Loving it tbh, better than my pro82. But i think pro82 got a little bit better staging for gaming.
I really like my K361 but the build is horrible. The headband snapped when I try to put them on my head after 6 months of use. I am gluing them together now. So... I am pretty pissed.
Reminds me of the M50X/M40X scenario
They are the most immersive headphones I've ever heard along with the 371s. The opposite of Sennheisers. These aren't "relaxed." These are the professional wrestlers of headphones. The Andrew WKs. As for the most comfortable, I don't know. Philips 9500. Sennheiser 599. Even the Rockville M50 Pro are comfortable and sound great, coming with a case and both kinds of pads.
Z how much is your electric bill every month? Long time fan.
at least 5
@@smoloms 3
@@raheart220 3 dollars
B&H has the for $84 with free 2-day shipping if anyone is hunting...
Everyone else: ww3
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@@nitromenoob nah.... Why?
@@kaekayyy2554 he says that alot. He's been saying that since 2016 or so.
@@notagunfreak8146 oh shit
The News has no place on a headphone review. Besides the meme's write themselves.
Z is like Peter Griffin gone audiophile XD
To me he sounds like Jack Black and that's the reason why I keep watching his videos haha I like Tenacious D...
These are the most comfortable headphones i've ever owned, the pads are even better than the velour ones in my Superluxes plus these are so light that you almost forget you listening with headphones. Now i gotta listen to the sound demo with these.
not as good as Takstar Pro82
@@mistersteve6705 They turned out to be shit soundwise, so you are correct
@@black7446 I respect your opinion, but I'm not sure I can personally trust a man that mentions Superlux pads in regards to comfort.
No offense.
@@bravado2809 I've moved on since, both Superlux and k361 have gone to people who can appreciate their overall crappiness
Currently i'm looking for a takstar pro 82 upgrade, because after 4 years of use the bass is making an "brr" noise on my left pad. Do you know any good alternative? Was looking for these AKG361 but turns out that a lot of people thinks that the sound is worse. Would be a nice help, looking for around 100$ budget headphones.
Brother loves his AKG K240's (I think they're an older model K240 than what's on offer now, gold trim like the Studio but I don't think they're Studios). Since they're open-back they aren't suitable for listening in an office, where he instead uses Cambridge Audio bluetooth IEM's, which aren't so comfortable for hours on end. I think this might just be his birthday present this year.
I would regret the k371 purchase...but the mini xlr connector was why i chose them. no regrets :)
Hey Zeos, I have an idea of a video for you, what about like putting your headphones in the table and sorting them out by the kind of sound you get out of them. I thought this might be helpful if you already have decent headphones and want another pair, but don't want to get something expensive with similar sound (like for example I have HD 6xx now but don't know if getting the Elex would be worth it or if I should try something completely different in terms of sound)
SMEGMAZ I love that idea. That’s really what we are all looking for. We want to know what we will like based on other products that we can benchmark. Great idea man. I think Z should do this just solely based on your name lol.
I was gonna say something along those lines.
"I like headphone X, and I'm looking at headphones Y and Z, which are similar in price and are both recommended, but I'm not sure exactly how they compare to each other"
I knew my ears didnt deceive me at Guitar Center. Both of these sounded really good to me and better than the Audio Technica m40x. They sounded closer to the m60X, which are superior to both these but $200.
How do they compare to Marshall Major III?
Wired version is almost half the price of AKG.
+1
For Comfort alone these. We also talking wired studio headphone vs portable bluetooth (as the Major III wasn't as punchy on the wire)
@@ZReviews Tanks for reply, I previously had Sennheiser Momentum wired and I want to get new portable closed cans. Do k361 have much worse sound quality?
I had both, it's not even funny to compare them. K361 is miles better than Major III.
Z, i got a tip? Kinda? It's mostly for everyone here. Here goes, so if you have your old bose QC 35, their pads tend to wear out really quick in warmer climates, causing you to have to replace them every year or so. Despite that, the pads for them are in fact amazing, so its kinda worth it. Anyways, i had an old set of replaced earcups (cause the leather on them had peeled off significantly) and i basically took a knife on them and removed the pad foam from the QC. the foam just so happens to be the perfect shape and size to be able to squeeze under the pleather covering this ones cups, so that under the leather, you have the regular yellow foam and then its covered by green foam from the QC. it solves the issue of the driver covering touching your eartips (I have large ears) and i think it improves the way stuff sounds, by a fairly large factor.
akg361 or hd280pro or ath m40x?
Wow 17 likes but no reply smh ppl say the 361 is better but idk for sure
Depends on your use-case:
AKG361 if you want good general purpose all-rounder cans. Think Pro82 with better detail.
HD280 if you want great monitors that can be used for mixing (once you understand their quirks). Do not buy these if you're a bass head!
M40x if you want your ears to hurt
@@danboud8135 okay what if my main priority is comfort and build quality. I am not an audiophile so I don't really understand a lot of music, but want to invest in some good quality headphones. I was thinking of going for the DT 770 but they are a bit above my budget.
@@hyzy96 The DT770s are rock-solid. Full disclosure, I’ve only listened to the 80 Ohm version but a colleague of mine, whose opinion I hold in high standing, says the difference is so very, very slight the casual listener won’t spot it. They sound great. Full, voluminous bass without being boomy and detailed highs that sparkle (some do say, a little too much but I do like a little “snap”). Plus the soundstage is damn impressive. The build is great as they feel very rugged, have great comfort, but my only gripe is that the cable is non-removable… and that DT770 cable goes on for days. Not really a mobile option. But if you’re sitting and listening, it’s worth finding the extra scratch and buying these. They’re excellent. I know Z didn’t splooge all over them, but they deserve love.
Now, if you’re looking for a strong contender that won’t hurt your budget, the Takstar Pro 82s (or their clone, the Cooler Master MH751s) are more than worthy. Not as detailed as the DT770 but have a very relaxed sound, are built great and are comfy as hell. Pro tip, if you go for the Cooler Masters, get the newer 2nd generation version as the first batch did have some build issues but they’ve now been sorted.
Hope that helped!
Have you found your answer mate?
Looks like I may have narrowed it down to these or the dt 770 pro 250ohm. I have HD6XXs, SHP9500Ss, and ATH-M40Xs(uncomfortable after a short while). I want a more comfortable closed back headphone though for when it's noisy and I need to just not hear the noise and hear the music or movie or whatever I'm listening to. Comfort and sound quality, and sound isolation are the most important things for me, seem these are more comfortable but I hear the dt 770pro is really good at isolating sound. I have a A30/D30 setup on my desktop and don't really plan on much on the go use. Listen to a decent amount of japanese music and classical and some other stuff like indie and acoustic stuff. I am always hesitant to buy more headphones though since I don't use the ones I own as often as I thought I would when I bought them.
hey what are you thoughts on those 3 you mentioned? if you had to pick one which would you choose?
these or the K92 for half the price??? still surprised you never reviewed the K92, would love to know what you think about those =)
AKG K361 or the Takstar Pro 82? Mainly for isolation and gaming (listening for footsteps)
i got both, I only use Takstars
I love my AKGs (k702), great headphones.
Yes ive had mine for over 5 years now and they are still my favourite set that I use for pretty much everything 👍
Lmao great just great video!!! I actually just ordered the 361 instead of the 371 and you made my day and made me laugh my ass off
I got the k371 and everything sounds pretty good in them to me. If you don’t like the hd650/6xx, you probably won’t like them. If you do, you probably will like them.
I purchased the AKG 361 recently, and I've had the Cooler Master headphones for a while now, after watching that review. I really prefer the sound of the AKG, but I think the Cooler Master is definitely more comfortable.
Try swapping to brainwavz pads, it was a game change for my 361's.
@@jmkincaid7 specifically which brainwavz pads did you switch to, may I ask?
@@TF2ReplayMaker brainwave ATH m50x. Should be able to grab them on amazon
@@jmkincaid7 Appreciate the reply!! Currently deciding between these AKG361s or a DT770 Pro (80 Ohms) for casual use (music, videos, movies)... Any thoughts? Will look into the Brainwavs pads if I decide to go AKG.
@@TF2ReplayMaker I think it's price point and slight differences between the 2. I went with akg because the cord could be disconnected, I didn't need an amp, and the price was a bit cheaper as my first entry point into the audiophile world. I currently don't have the the DT's but I believe they both have similar neutral sound points. I believe either or will work for you but it also depends on what your intent for using them is. Mine is for gaming and listening to a wide range of musical genres from classical to heavy metal and the akgs do fantastic.
Depends what you like. The 371 is warm and rich sounding whereas the 361 is brighter with more treble. I prefer the 371 tbh and you need to burn them in first as the sound does change a bit
This was a random purchase for me one day at guitar center.picked the 361 been using a few months with rode ntusb mic.....very nice comfortable I like the bag it comes with 2 cords ...I don’t mind proprietary cord
Man, you keep it reeeal! It's crystal clear!
They have just arrived, and I am trying them, and the truth is that they sound very good, I do not highlight anything special. They are lightweight, very comfortable and soft pads, and the sound is clear and with good detail and fairly good channel separation.
I'm wearing them right now I literally just got these in the first thing I noticed is that they're more tighter because my old headphones will not old I still have them we're less tighter like the clamping Force some quality I still need to go over different kind of genres thank you for saving me $51 have a nice day
what's your thoughts on M40x vs K361?
i cant choose between those 2 headphones. :(
K361, personal preference
@@TarekMidani yeah k361 sounds better than m40. I just went with HD58X. Hope it's a better all arounder
@@fivinh0 Kind of an unfair comparison (HD58x jubilee are natural with great bass extension). It is also an open back. the m40x are different sounding and closed back. And yes, the 58x are better all arounder. I know because I have them.
16:19 "maybe theyll come out with a 351 thats even cheaper made out of paper. and theyll be the best headphones on earth" LMAO, thanks for the laugh :D
should I get these or the the dt 770? (I have a schiit stack and hifiman he 5xx which are too open for how loud my room AC is)
Would you ever consider making your channel 4k?
OMG so many headphones! came here to chose between these 2 and now i know this is the place where to ask which one in your opinion is the most comfortable(i see a lot of headphones near your desk)? It should be closed , over the ears and thick enough not to touch the ears, and if would be somehow behind the neck/ head would be great because i wear glasses. I love my HD 595 but they are open and i own and cannot use DT 770,- they are pressing on my glasses no matter what.
I'm curious how they compare to Coolermaster MH751, already got one, super satisfied. Should I get CM or AKG for second PC?
mh751 are more comfortable, the mic is pretty bad, and they have some qc issues and audio bleed, but otherwise are good
@@4fiHysteria I noticed the mic audio bleed, and the right earpad broke easily from falling on the floor once, so I had to superglue it to headband (but I can't no longer rotate it). Otherwise super comfortable and have very pleasant sound (prefer them to Senn 595). Might get another one with the tiny DAC.
reviews with lots of profanity are just the coolest, plus the humour, plus the non-sensical informative delivery of the product, thumbs and middle finger up all the way for this vid!!
Is the Philips SHP9500 still worth it? Should I get them for $70? Or is there something better for the price? I need them mainly for music, and I like bass (I know they don't have much bass, I'm not afraid to use EQ if need be). Should I get them, or is there something better now? I was also thinking of Takstar Hi 2050, but the cable isn't detachable, so... But sound is the most important factor
look into ve bonus, kz zsx.
@@nonenothing4412 I already have BLON BL-03, which are superior to both mentioned by you, in my personal opinion. I want over ear headphones, but don't know what to pick. And I want the BEST for the price
@@lolikpof you heard all three? I'm still waiting for the blon to compare. so u want over ear... look also audio Technica ad500/700x, even ksc75. but if you need mainly bass - maybe just get some hyperx cloud I/II/core/silver, these are takstar pro80.
@@nonenothing4412 yes, I heard all 3.
In short:
After upgrading cable and tips Blon is the best, hands down. Best timber, tonality, bass, soundstage is awesome...
ZSX is next, thought it can be sibilant from time to time, and I hate that, less bass than Blon, but still good. I bit more detailed than Blon, but Blon is still WAY superior imo.
Bonus ie is also great, but.. it's... It's not as good as the other two. It's great for the price, but I use it, for example, to go to the store or public transport, not chilling at home with music.
Btw, it's very difficult to get a good fit with BLON, you might have to go through a lot of tips, but once you find it, it's great. Also sound isolation isn't the best, so can't use it in public transport. But still, totally worth it!
Thanks for the over ear recs!
Bass is important to me, but there shouldn't be too much, and I hate muddy bass. I'll look into the audio technica, but comfort and soundstage is also very important, so... I don't know. The Philips are supposed to be super comfortable and open back, which is very appealing. And it's pretty cheap, don't want to spend more than $75 if possible. Thx, I'll look into it
@@lolikpofagree about bonus. i like it to commute - no peaks, enough detail and bass.
shp's are more peaky than zsx, i don't think you will like it. i think you should try ksc75. quarter of shp's price, but sound more or less on same level and more neutral in treble and bass (in shp only midrange is neutral). i prefer ksc for gaming - has very crisp imaging, works with csgo very nice.
...got a pair as an open box for 70 bucks and I'm pretty shocked. The left driver on my SD 598s bit the dust and I was looking for a stop gap. These are a hell of a lot more than that. I'd have to spend a couple hundred to do as well, I suspect. Sweet sounding, and my old ears can't bear bright highs any more...
Are they better then the Mh752?
Use for music and gaming
this question will never stop being asked will it?
buy these try them and it they aren't as good as Mh752, send them back. Program solved.
I don't even care so much about "better" because maybe they are both the same quality, but they're going to sound *different* and it would be good to understand the difference.
where i live, the k361 and k371 are priced identical. Which ones should I pick?
Hey Zeos - I've just noticed when you took the ear pads off that 361 and 371 had different type of mesh screens..Could it be that that's what controls the frequency responce of those headphones? What would happen if you switched them around? Would 371 sound like 361??? :) Can you try doing this? Maybe that's the way to have 371 build with 361 sound? :) Just a thought but it'd be interesting to see if it is the case or not :)
100% compatible with hd560s balanced cable
100% agree that Pearl jam got their deaf grandma to be the sound engineer for their recordings 🤣🤣
Whether you like the sound of these or not, these are some of THE most comfortable headphones--out of the box--to wear
ooh I have to check this out, I love the company.
These or the Sennheiser hd300 so far as sound signature for your enjoyment... I know the price bracket is different but sometimes as you know with the koss khp30i, price isn't always an indicator of how good headphones sound.
What did you end up buying?
Watching this using AKG earphone that comes in S10 Plus Box
Pretty good
AKG collab with Samsung are total crap. That's not AKG, that's Samsung using their name.
I owned 2 of those. They sound horrible. Both samsung and akg have better stuff than that. Akg's quality obviously being better. they were a headphone company. I say were because Samsung is just using them as a marketing device now.
But if u enjoy them then it's okay. I used to enjoy dem too before I got into audio.
Don't you think the k361are too shouty and lacking sub bass extension?
They extend fine in my opinion. They don't have the bass boost at the very bottom that the 71s have though. The mids are fine for my preference but I think I prefer them a bit forward because I like vocals.
Yes I agree and also the 371 is wider than the 361 fact
@@crashkdw the 371 is not V shaped lol
@@crashkdwYes the sub bass is boosted slightly but the rest of the bass is neutral and it has plenty of mids plus the treble is not elevated. So how is it V shaped? If anything its pretty flat frequency response wise. Look at some graphs
@@crashkdw We not arguing. We just having a freindly discussion. Its all good mate 👍
Should i get the SRH 840 or AKG 361 ?
Didn't you have a similar experience with the mx40 vs mx50?
Great video! Are these the best budget closed backs? Was gonna get some DT770 80ohms, then saw this review. You're blowing my mind, man!
After I watch this video, and look into your headphone collection, I just gonna buy the k361
Damn another pair to consider... I'm looking for some closed back $200-$250 with big soundstage, good lowend and detail. Had the Pro82 (cause of you), they were great, but narrow. Now I'm using Koss KPH30i and Superlux HD681 EVO2 with changed pads, and those have great soundstage, but neither is closed back, which is annoying in the office.
MMX300 2nd gen
Beyerdynamic DT770 pro is your friend then. I'm a big soundstage lover too.... and I have never heard another closed headphone with the soundstage as big as the 770. They also have a fantastic bass response. My frame of reference for sound stages the Audio-Technica AD900.... so I can tell you the 770's are excellent
@@MrR2185 thanks, will check them out for sure
@@harrylawson6293 thanks!
beyerdynamic custom studio!
So the misplaced piece of paper isn't affecting the sound? Wonder how the two compare if neither had that paper blocking the holes or if they had it done similarly.
If that's you than I'm definitely Sailor Moon :D
In Japan the AKG K361 cost exactly the same as the Sennheiser HD280pro. I have the 280s and they are F A N T A S T I C! Can you make a comparison video Z?? :-)
What do you love about them? I'm wanting to buy a decent pair of headphones and i don't know which one to buy
@@felipeblack851 THe HD280 is the complete package at a fair price not the overpriced headphones you find anywhere else. 500-600-3000USD.... INSANITY!!! I own some of the expensive ones and they are not bloody better then the HD280 not even by a little bit. The Bass in the 280 is amazing and these headphones are very well balanced (not shrilling ear piercing highs) like the rubbish HD800 which I owned and returned. Nice balanced frequencies across all the range and the isolation is superb. You will not hear noise from outside and people will not hear what you are hearing. Confort also is absolutely fantastic after keeping them stretching on a yoga block. I own 3 of these now. One for my PC, one in my bedroom with my THX789 and one in my TV room. This headphone is also amazing for movies. It cost just like a cable for any other headphones..... so why not give it a try. In a overpriced world where everything is made to steal money from clueless consumers this product is one of the few fair priced.
@@pedecia wow thanks for sharing your thoughts on this headphones, i really appreciate it. I was going back and forth in which one to buy but thanks to you I now what am I going to buy. Got another question, should I buy an amp/dac combo for these? I'm running onboard from my Dell Optiplex pc
@@felipeblack851 Hi mate, have you bought the HD 280s or AKGs?
It’s like the sennheiser HD25 vs the HD25sp lite one is more focus on DJ mixing. And one is for commercial use. I got a pair of 71 for $60 as a back up for my HD25. Don’t think I will use it cause the sennheiser built like a tank.
Wow, yet another cheap but great closed back headset to drain my wallet........just got the Monoprice Retro's in last month (love 'em!) and now these will be my budget buy for this one. Thanks for all the great reviews Zeos, you're actually saving me a fortune thanks to that 👍
I'm very interested in your opinion between the Monoprice Retro and the AKG K361. I want a great budget closed back with great details, tight bass (not bassy), not harsh trebles, decent soundstage and imaging. Can you help me on this ? It's exactly the two references I'm interested in.
@@trixniisama Start off with the Retro's, they are a nice, well rounded closed back that gets better with age. I love the signature very much and it'll meet what you're looking for. And for the money, they are a steal!
@@dragon2knight Many thanks I'll do that. What's your opinion on the K361 compared to the Retro's ?
@@trixniisama They're different, so it's kinda hard to recommend one over the other, they both have their strengths. As for the scenario you gave me above, the Retro's will be a better choice for you. But considering the low price of each to be honest, go for both in time if you could.
*AKG K361 vs Takstar Pro 82. Which one is better ?*
Interested if that swivelling ratcheting mechanism will last the distance.
better than m40x ? looking for the best budget closed-back headphones, thanks
Definitely. I had the m40x exactly one year and the ear pillows start crumbling and the legendary hinge snap happen to me on one of the earphones hanging out screaming low build quality. Got the AKG 361's, and couldnt be happier. It survived longer than the m40x's and it sounds better (Only with DAC with my experience, a true budget beast unleashes; like Z's video, man uses high end amps here and he aint lying). I do have a big knucklehead too lol
sound test on akg 361 / 371 and shure k840 are missing...
also v-moda - audio technica
try them on bluetooth and wired mode to see if any difference on sound / battery smart device
361 chipmunks twirling on a branch, eating lots of sunflowers on my uncle's ranch; You know, that old children's tale from the sea.
With everything else being so good the worse materials (and build quality?) is such a disapointment.
Is no one talking about how the cable has a 0% chance of fitting any hole on any phone or tablet case? It's huge. Does anyone have a recommended cable replacement that has the twist and lock on one end and a 3.5mm jack that is slim enough to clear a case on the other? Love Z Reviews BTW.
How does it compare to m40x you recommend them both and they are in the same price range
What would you recommend AKG k361 or Takstar Pro82? Thanks
AKG's easily lol
The Takstars have serious issues with treble peaks.
Hello everyone , BUY THEM (instead k371) Yay .... BUT same ussue with inner grill (delicate plastic) and sound "diffuser/muffler) the grey part that ISN'T CENTERED : exatly the same my k361 IN ITALY. What The HELL AKG !!!!!!
excellent bank for bucks headphones , have old HD555 and brand new DT 770 .... 77 euros expedited from amazon , WOW
5 min work , thank Zeos pointing that , sound slightly off R/L in mid-highs , I repeat , slightly .The work: gentle peel off with a blade half the grill (gentle , or it will deform) Cut with a sharp blade the excess of grey (pasted) "paper" and remove , it will come in one peace , make match L/R , ONLY the
first ring of holes from the center do matter really (on my 2 / 2,5 mm "quarter moon" removed ) , re paste pushing by hand , gently , the grill , it will stay in place firmly like new , JOB DONE . and ALL OK.
THE HELL AKG .......
To listen to music , podcast , movies.......to enjoy the sound and not so much "analyze" the sound, which headphone is better and how much considering difference in price:
AKG K361 (wired) vs Sennheiser HD560s or Sennheiser HD599 ( I know the Sennheisers are slightly different but for MY needs I will suppose they are kind of the same in terms of quality of sound) . Thanks to whoever can help me out answering my question.
Hey Zeos, will you get a review unit of the HEDDphone by Hedd Audio? Would be extremely interested on your opinion on these.
I am loving these. I have the bt version got it for a hundred and what a great value
How's the build quality been since you got em?
@@CentinalxGaming already in for warranty lol
@@donvittoriosierra Damn... would you still recommend them? Lol I just want some bt headphones with great sound quality that don't look ugly but that seems too much to ask.
I have both and use them for different occasions. I have my eyes on the Mackie MC 350, I hope you can get your hands on them. I'd love your opinion
Hey a quick question. if both the k371s and k361s were priced the same, which ones would be a better option?
These vs ath m40x ? I plan on recording vocals, playing the piano (midi keyboard) basically studio stuff + casual stuff and daily use
I'm in the same boat can't pic between the 2
@@theodorezurla496 I decided that I'm gonna go with the ath40x ones. They are a bit better for studio purposes and provide a flatter sound.
The AKG's 100%
hi I would like to thank you for your recommendation I bought the Philips SHP950 and a creative sound g6 and I don't think I will need anything else ever , like if they break after some years I will still buy them again no questions asked .
I thought the same way with my 50 bucks Shure headphones. They're good, no doubt, but you need more after a while.
When time goes by, you will think of buying some planars or just different pairs of headphones, brother
Hey, there is a Pearl Jam song called Fatal that is quite well recorded.
i went to a buddies house and tried these, they were good, but i feel like they sounded very similar to my Sennheiser HD4.40Bt headphones, not sure what price they're at now but i think they dropped a fair bit since i got them.
That's not a good sign. I have the 4.4bt andthought they where my least favorite Sennheiser headphones. The 650's are incredible and I have heard others all good. 4.4 sucks.
@@JohnCiaccio the sound is similar but the treble is better on the 361's, my ears are fairly fucked so I wouldn't use what I say as a guide, but it's just what I thought of them, they still sound good in my opinion. He has 650's now which I have yet to listen to but I think he definitely prefers them to the 361's, I think he made a video comparing them actually.
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Z Reviews i rly need your opinion: K361 or T50RPmk3 (price is the same in my country) for gaming / mixing? thx hope u will see my question. with regards)
The T50RP are really difficult to drive properly. The K3x1s are more versatile and might be better for monitoring
AKG K361 or beyerdynamic DT 770?
If you like mids don't get the dt770. They are my least favorite headphone I own out of the following
-hd6xx
-koss porta pros
-tinaudio t3
They have superb imaging, soundstage and bass response though so they are certainly fun to put on at times.
Well that's all fine and dandy but can you do a pad swap on either model?
Yes. 13:06
@@DGardn100 Thanks, watched only about 8 minutes worth, saw Oluv's and Metal 571's reviews and Z went on like a gushing school girl so I stopped after he talked about the cables.
@@Cryptoman_5000 You're welcome. Someone on Head-Fi said they swapped out the stock pads for the Brainwavz pads made for the Sony 7506, and they fit.
@@DGardn100 I was shocked the "Pad master Z" didn't do it. Probably didn't have any that would fit since he deals mostly with round pads.
Maybe not the best spot to ask, but
Considering a new headset as my "gaming" headset's left ear died.
Akg 361 look tempting.
But can some of you recommend something open-back for comparable price. Or other closed backs to consider would be nice too.
For gaming, the Audio-Technica ATH-AD700X is the king for 'budget' headphones. Can also get the AD500X will work too if you need to go down in price. The AD500X have a slightly more diffused sound stage, bit more bass & slightly less treble. But both are amazing for gaming.
Sennheiser always made very solid headphones that work well in games. Haven't heard their latest revamp on the 500 series yet, but the 598 should be very good. They're do not have the same amazing sound stage that you'll get with the Audio-Technica, but they're a bit more 'alive' for certain genres of music and movies.
The AKG-K701/2 are probably the best gaming headphones you can buy, unless something better came out that I'm not aware of yet. However, the AD700X comes very freaking close to them.
@@kiwiandapple503 thank you so much for giving such a reply. I'll dig into the variants you provided as I settle down with moving.
Although, I guess, I didn't clarify that this was a Siberia v2, and I don't really play competitively, so the sound is important as well.
I prefer slightly v-shaped or I want to try mid-forwarded ones.
Still, the models you recommended look great, thanks!
Would these be a good solution for podcast listening on the go? I want something with a relaxed sound that won't hurt at higher frequencies
Yes
Kinda reminds me of the more often recommended M40x over the M50x.
Maybe you're right or maybe you've got a not so good tunned version of K371's. Would have to compare several pairs of each model to actually verify your "superior" claim :)
Would you say the 361 is better than the m40x ?
+1
I'm thinking the same thing!
I love you Z!!! 🥰
Thank you for sharing these over-ear headphones!! Will you like to recommend some wireless earbuds? They seems also practical in daily life
Better than Status Audio CB-1 for cheap closed backs?
These are better built and more comfy out of the box, but the cb-1 definitely sound better and ofc are 20$ cheaper
I sold the CB-1 and I am keeping these for at least a little while. So there is that. Comfort all day on these.
Great video...
This or vmoda xs? Getting the boom pro mic free at the moment
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How good is this for gaming? for a non competitive game like The Witcher 3, Doom, Red Dead Redemption 2 etc.
Bought the 371 and equipped it with a set of brainwavz. Loving it tbh, better than my pro82. But i think pro82 got a little bit better staging for gaming.
I really like my K361 but the build is horrible. The headband snapped when I try to put them on my head after 6 months of use. I am gluing them together now. So... I am pretty pissed.
hello z loved your review but can i use this for gaming as well?
Would these be good for gaming?
"There is something about Mary" is the reference,,, hehe
Do these need an amp or can I use them on my computer or phone?
no need for amp, they are very efficient
@@turtleneck369 Thanks!!! I appreciate your input
@@jackjack3874 np :)
Bought these yesterdays after watching Oluv's gadget reviews months ago...you should compare them to the Sony MDR-1AM2
Hey Zeos, I already have the Audio Technica M50x, should I sell those for one of those? what are the differences?
@Kevin Vermaat what do you mean harsh on the bass?
@Kevin Vermaat aah okay. So you mean the Audio Technica are more flat and the AKGs have more bass /overall build in eq?
Hey Z, keen to hear your thoughts on Audeze GX. Hope you plan to review it soon
why isnt this video on the channel?
he unlists new videos so that only his paterons can watch
I don’t know English, I can’t draw information from the video. what about sound insulation? Can these headphones play with the phone?
Yes I have seen you
2 years later, doesn't seem like anyone caught the reference...
Anyways gotta go. Time for my 7 Minute Abs workout.
The Robins now have the crown