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Samson SR850 vs Sony MDR-7506

    Samson SR850 Headphones
    Samson SR850
      Sony MDR-7506 Headphones
      Sony MDR-7506
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      Once in a while a headphone comes along that costs very little but hits way way way above its own weight and into the realm of some much pricier competition. In this case, we have the Samson SR850 which has been 2p modded and cup clearance modded to produce impressive open sound for audiophiles on aRead more
      The Samson SR850 are budget-friendly over-ear headphones intended for audiophiles. Their semi-open design helps create a wide, spacious soundstage, while their b...Read more
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      Full Comparison

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      Technical details

      Samson SR850Samson SR850
      Sony MDR-7506Sony MDR-7506
      Sound outputStereoStereo
      StyleOver-EarOn-Ear
      Connectivity technologyWiredWired
      Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)nono

      Design

      Samson SR850Samson SR850
      Sony MDR-7506Sony MDR-7506
      Colour of productBlackBlack
      Acoustic designOpenClosed
      Attachment typeHeadbandHeadband
      Connector contacts platingGoldGold

      Dimensions

      Samson SR850Samson SR850
      Sony MDR-7506Sony MDR-7506
      Weight9.74 oz8.08 oz

      Sound

      Samson SR850Samson SR850
      Sony MDR-7506Sony MDR-7506
      Impedance32.0 Ω63.0 Ω
      Frequency range10 - 3000010 - 20000
      Driver technologyDynamicDynamic
      Driver size1.97 in1.57 in

      Connectivity

      Samson SR850Samson SR850
      Sony MDR-7506Sony MDR-7506
      Cable length2.53
      3.5 mm/6.3 mm adapter includedyesno
      Type of connector3.5mm6.3mm
      USBnono
      Detachable cablenono

      Power

      Samson SR850Samson SR850
      Sony MDR-7506Sony MDR-7506
      Battery operatednono

      Pros & Cons

      Pros
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