{"id":40971,"date":"2023-01-19T09:14:28","date_gmt":"2023-01-19T17:14:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/?p=40971"},"modified":"2024-07-02T11:09:25","modified_gmt":"2024-07-02T18:09:25","slug":"best-headphones-for-drummers","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.drumeo.com\/beat\/best-headphones-for-drummers\/","title":{"rendered":"The 5 Best Headphones For Drummers Under $300"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Whether you\u2019re playing along with songs<\/a>, listening to a metronome (aka \u2018click track\u2019) or just trying to save your eardrums, drummers should always use headphones<\/a> or hearing protection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Good isolating headphones in the form of \u2018closed-back’ headphones are critical for keeping the sound of your drums out of your ears so you don\u2019t have to blast your music to compensate. It also prevents headphone sounds from bleeding into the microphones in the studio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n To help you play accurately and confidently while protecting your hearing<\/a>, the Drumeo team has put together a shortlist of our top headphones for drummers. They\u2019re tried, tested and true, and most of these products come recommended by several of Drumeo\u2019s in-house drummers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The best part? They\u2019re all under $300!<\/p>\n\n\n Here are the top headphones we recommend drummers use in 2023 (all prices in USD):<\/p>\n\n\n Type of headphone<\/strong>: Over-ear Pros<\/strong>: Good isolation headphones are a must for any drummer. They need to fully encase your ears and create a solid seal to keep out loud drum noises so you don\u2019t have to blast your music or metronome. <\/p>\n\n\n\n The Vic Firth Isolation Headphones<\/a> are popular for that reason: they fit comfortably while making sure you can clearly hear the music or click track coming through. You can use them as moderate hearing protection, too – just like commercial ear muffs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Overall, these headphones deliver a lot of bang for your buck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Cons<\/strong>: Some reviewers with larger-than-average heads say these headphones can be a little tight, so if you tend to have trouble buying hats you might want to try these on in person. If the cable is too short for your purposes, you might want to buy a cable extender.<\/p>\n\n\n\n These are affordable, comfortable headphones for drummers. But if you\u2019re a pro sound engineer or audiophile, you may prefer an open-back design in a higher price bracket that focuses more on sound clarity.<\/p>\n\n\n Buy it now<\/a>\u00a0or buy in Europe<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n Type of headphone<\/strong>: Over-ear Pros<\/strong>: They call these \u201cextreme isolation\u201d headphones for a reason. Comfortable, adjustable and isolating to the max, the Direct Sound <\/a>EX29<\/a> Plus<\/a> was created by a studio drummer and comes with a red-felted side so you always know immediately which cup goes on the right.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you have large ears, you might find these fit better than the average pair. The 9-foot-long cable is detachable and these headphones fold up nicely for storage or travel. The 1-year manufacturer warranty is a nice perk as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Cons<\/strong>: If you tend to punish your headphones with heavy use – or travel with them to and from gigs often – the plastic might not be strong enough. Like the Vic Firth model above, the sound quality won\u2019t likely be up to snuff for the discerning headphone aficionado.<\/p>\n\n\n Buy it now<\/a><\/p>\n<\/p>\nThe Best Headphones For Drummers<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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\n\n\nVic Firth Isolation Headphones ($83)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>Features<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Outside noise reduction:<\/strong> -25 dB
Headphone jack:<\/strong> \u00bc\u201d and \u215b\u201d
Frequency response:<\/strong> 20Hz – 20kHz
Impedance: <\/strong>32 ohms +\/- 15%
Cable length: <\/strong>6 feet<\/p>\n\n\n\nDetails<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Direct Sound EX29 Plus ($130)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
<\/a>Features<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n
Outside noise reduction:<\/strong> -36.7 dB
Headphone jack:<\/strong> \u00bc\u201d and \u215b\u201d
Frequency response:<\/strong> 20Hz – 20kHz
Impedance: <\/strong>32 ohms +\/- 15%
Cable length: <\/strong>9 feet<\/p>\n\n\n\nDetails<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n