Audeze MM-500
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Audeze
MM-500
Product Info
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The MM-500s are seriously impressive studio headphones, offering a level of clarity and detail that's hard to beat. They're built for critical listening – mixing, mastering, or just analyzing audio with surgical precision. If you're a pro needing reference-grade accuracy and are willing to invest in a good amp, these are a fantastic choice.
Product Description
- Audeze MM-500
- Studio Headphones
- Circumaural
- Open back
- Magnetostatic
- Driver size: 90 mm
- Frequency range: 5 Hz - 50 kHz
- Impedance: 18 ohm
- Max. sound pressure level: 100 dB
- Leather ear pads
- Two-sided cable routing
- replaceable cable
- Connector: 6.3 mm TRS jack
- Braided cable
- Weight: 495 g
- Including standard travel case
- certificate of authenticity and warranty card
PROS
- • Exceptional detail retrieval across the frequency spectrum, revealing subtle nuances.
- • Planar magnetic drivers offer a remarkably controlled and accurate transient response.
- • Luxurious leather ear pads provide extended comfort during long monitoring sessions.
- • Robust build quality with a durable braided cable and replaceable design ensures longevity.
CONS
- • Significant weight (495g) can induce fatigue during prolonged use.
- • Open-back design renders them unsuitable for noisy environments or casual listening.
- • Low impedance (18 ohms) necessitates a powerful amplifier for optimal performance.
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Key Features
Type
Studio Headphones
Driver Size
90 mm
Impedance
18 ohm
Frequency Range
5 Hz - 50 kHz
Sensitivity
100 dB
Cable
Braided, Two-sided routing, Replaceable
Weight
495 g
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Frequently Asked Questions
The LCD-X have a warmer, more relaxed sound, while the MM-500s are more neutral and analytical – a significant step towards a truly flat response.
Given the 18-ohm impedance, a dedicated, powerful amplifier is highly recommended to achieve their full potential and avoid distortion.
While Audeze has improved cable construction, some users have reported minor cable noise; the replaceable cable allows for experimentation with aftermarket options to mitigate this.
