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Brainwavz HM5

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User ratings:
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4.3 out of 5
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Pros

  • s very balanced and very neutral
  • Guitars and vocals sound clear and clean
  • treble accuracy is very good

Cons

  • nothing pushes over or dominates another spectrum
  • lack of moving parts
  • the headphones fail to fold in any way

Key specs

  • 64 Ω
  • , 105 dB
  • 10, 26500 Hz
  • Closed
  • Stereo
  • Over-Ear

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Brainwavz HM5 - Pros & Cons

Brainwavz HM5

Pros

  • s very balanced and very neutral
  • Guitars and vocals sound clear and clean
  • treble accuracy is very good
  • metal frame that makes their headband sturdy yet decently flexible
  • decent accuracy in the response and a decent
  • ensures a tight bass and a transparent treble reproduction
  • well-balanced sound profile and a comfortable design
  • Both are good at different things
  • Very efficient and so easy to drive with
  • Both components complement each other very well and they are also very versatile together
  • are branded

Cons

  • nothing pushes over or dominates another spectrum
  • lack of moving parts
  • the headphones fail to fold in any way
  • sound can lack low-end punch and high-
  • The street price could actually vary depending on where they are being bought from
  • changing the ear cushions is not an easy task
  • soundstage due to the closed back headphone design
  • have app support for customization options typical for gaming
  • The plastic used for the ear cups also feels a bit cheap
  • rubberized coating is now sticky and messy to touch
  • soundstage due to its open back headphones design is just a tad wider

Brainwavz HM5 - Technical Overview

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64 Ω
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453.6 g
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Brainwavz HM5 - Full Specifications

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Technical details
Sound outputStereo
StyleOver-Ear
Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)yes
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Dimensions
Weight16.0 oz
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Connectivity
Inputs supported3.5mm
Cable length1.3
Detachable cableyes
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Design
Colour of productGrey
Acoustic designClosed
Attachment typeHeadband
CategoryStudio
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Sound
Impedance64.0 Ω
Sensitivity< 105
Frequency range10 - 26500

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Brainwavz HM5 Brainwavz - Editorial Reviews (6)

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Brainwavz HM5 These sound good with everything
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Published: 31.01.2014
These sound good with everything

The Brainwavz HM5s sound great, are very comfortable, and are able to compete with professional headphones for an affordable price.

Brainwavz HM5 MP4Nation Brainwavz HM5 Headphones Review
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TechPowerUp
Published: 08.03.2016
MP4Nation Brainwavz HM5 Headphones Review
5.0

MP4Nation's HM5 has a tremendous reputation for being one of the best sub-$150 circum-aural headphones around. We put it to the test to see if it is still as relevant today as it was when it first launched.

Brainwavz HM5 Brainwavz HM5 Review - Studio Monitor Headphones
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Audiophile On
Published: 29.03.2021
Brainwavz HM5 Review - Studio Monitor Headphones

The Brainwavz HM5 Review - Brainwavz well-known monitor headphones are a bargain when it comes to use as studio monitors or a budget audiophile.

Brainwavz HM5 BRAINWAVZ HM5 Review
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RTINGS.com
Published: 08.05.2018
BRAINWAVZ HM5 Review
3.8

The BRAINWAVZ HM5 are good headphones for audiophiles with a bulky but comfortable design. They're well padded with spacious ear cups, and their balanced sound p...

Brainwavz HM5 Brainwavz HM5 Review
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PCMAG
Published: 11.09.2018
Brainwavz HM5 Review
4.0

The Brainwavz HM5 are solid flat response-style over-ear studio monitor headphones with a focus on clarity in the highs.

Brainwavz HM5 Brainwavz HM5 Studio-Monitor Headphones Review | eTeknix
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eTeknix
Published: 13.11.2018
Brainwavz HM5 Studio-Monitor Headphones Review | eTeknix

Introduction Brainwavz HM5 Finding the right headphones can be a daunting task, as there are countless brands and models on the market. From a few dollars to the thousands, there's a product for every budget, every shape, size, and beyond. Brainwavz are focused on making the task just a little bit easier though, as their HM5 promises studio-monitor quality, and a flat response and accurate sound for music lovers and professionals. However, their biggest selling point is the price, promising all the high-end sound quality features for under £90/$120. That's a tall order, but have they managed to pull it

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