Sony MDR-7506

You don't have to spend a lot to get great headphones. We tested six full-size models that each cost less than $100 (one of them significantly less), and we came away impressed by what you can get.

They've been around since 1991, but the Sony MDR-7506s are still great sounding -- and fitting -- headphones for less than $100.

You don't have to spend a lot to get great headphones. We tested six full-size models that each cost less than $100 (one of them significantly less), and we came away impressed by what you can get.

The industry standard for a reason

The Sony MDR-7506 provides an exceptionally bright and clear sound at a very low price point for over the ear headphones. If you're one that likes to pick...

Do Sony’s best-selling professional studio cans still deserve their industry standard status?

The Sony MDR-7506 are comfortable, closed-back critical listening headphones with a good sound. They're a little cheaply built but they don't leak much, which ma...

Once more unto the budget bin, dear hobbyists—these Sonys are worth it.

We test two pairs of high-quality closed-back headphones for discerning studio users.