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Direct Sound EX-29

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User ratings:
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4.2 out of 5
38 user ratings
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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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Editorial reviews:
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2 editorial reviews
I was pretty psyched to try out Direct Sound’s EX-29 headphones. When working in a crowded space, trying to catch the nuances of sound as you mix or master, isolation is key.Read more
These cans aim to provide maximum isolation from outside sources, and could prove ideal for foldback when playing loud instruments.Read more
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Pros

  • padded expanding headband ensures a fairly comfortable fit
  • sound better and are more comfortable to wear
  • the muffs are huge and fit over the ear

Cons

  • just a little larger and heavier
  • No headphones can give you total isolation
  • Materials used far too fragile

Key specs

  • 32 Ω
  • 20, 20000 Hz
  • Closed
  • Stereo
  • Over-Ear
  • Wired

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Direct Sound EX-29 - Pros & Cons

Direct Sound EX-29

Pros

  • padded expanding headband ensures a fairly comfortable fit
  • sound better and are more comfortable to wear
  • the muffs are huge and fit over the ear
  • rubber edge is very nice

Cons

  • just a little larger and heavier
  • No headphones can give you total isolation
  • Materials used far too fragile
  • Too stiff plastic
  • molded to a size too small
  • there are no perfect set of cans for every situation
  • usually bleeds through from other headphones are restored

Direct Sound EX-29 - Technical Overview

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IconDriver size
40 mm
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32 Ω
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326 g
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Direct Sound EX-29 - Full Specifications

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Technical details
Sound outputStereo
StyleOver-Ear
Connectivity technologyWired
Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)no
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Dimensions
Weight11.5 oz
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Connectivity
Inputs supported
  • 3.5mm
  • 6.35mm
Cable length2.75
3.5 mm/6.3 mm adapter includedyes
Type of connector3.5mm
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Design
Colour of product
  • Black
  • White
Acoustic designClosed
Attachment typeHeadband
CategoryAudiophile
Foldableyes
Noise isolatingyes
Connector contacts platingGold
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Sound
Impedance32.0 Ω
Frequency range20 - 20000
Diaphragm diameter1.5 in
Driver technologyDynamic
Driver size1.57 in
Maximum input power1000.0 mW
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Power
Battery operatedno
Power handling capacity1000.0 mW

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