the t.bone HD 815
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the t.bone
HD 815
Product Info
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Look, these t.bone HD 815s are a solid budget option for anyone needing basic closed-back headphones for tracking vocals or monitoring a simple mix. Don’t expect audiophile quality, but they’re surprisingly capable given their affordable price – perfect for home recording enthusiasts or students just starting out.
Product Description
- the t.bone HD 815
- Headphones
- For mixing and recording
- Circumaural
- Closed-back design
- Dynamic
- Frequency range: 10 - 35
- 000 Hz
- Impedance: 32 Ohm
- Sound pressure level: 99 dB
- Driver size: 50 mm
- Maximum power rating: 1800 mW
- Max input level: 400 mW
- One-sided cable routing
- Replaceable flat cable
- 3.5 mm Jack connection
- Weight (cable included): 364 g
- Weight (without cable): 304 g
- Colour: Black
- Includes 3 m cable
- adapter 3.5 mm to 6.3 mm
PROS
- • Surprisingly robust build for the price point; feels sturdier than expected.
- • 50mm drivers deliver a decent, balanced soundstage for tracking and basic mixing.
- • 32 Ohm impedance makes them easy to drive from phones, laptops, or basic interfaces.
- • Long, replaceable cable minimizes tangling and offers a degree of future-proofing.
CONS
- • Closed-back design introduces noticeable sound isolation; not ideal for critical listening.
- • High-frequency response can be slightly rolled-off; lacks sparkle and airiness.
- • Weight (364g) can become fatiguing during extended use, especially for smaller heads.
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Key Features
Type
Studio Headphones
Driver Size
50 mm
Impedance
32 Ohm
Frequency Range
10 - 35,000 Hz
Sensitivity
99 dB
Cable
3 m, Replaceable Flat Cable
Weight
364 g (with cable)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The DT 770s offer significantly better detail and a wider frequency response, but the t.bone HD 815s are a great entry point if budget is a major concern.
While the build feels robust, the weight can become noticeable after a while; consider a headphone stand to avoid neck strain.
Being closed-back, they’ll leak *some* audio, but less than open-back designs; still, be mindful of mic placement in a shared recording space.
