Pioneer is a giant in the world of audio electronics with its headquarters in Kanagawa, Japan. This Japanese company was founded in 1938 by Nozumu Matsumoto. It all began when Matsumoto started making speakers from his garage in 1937.
These speakers became so popular that he went on to create a company. It was listed in the Tokyo Stock Exchange in 1961, and this brought in the capital needed for expansion. As a result, the world’s first separate stereo system was created in 1962, and this gave a big boost to the company’ image and profitability. Since then, Pioneer has been in the forefront in introducing new technologies and products such as the world’s first car stereo, Laser disc for industry use, car CD player, two-way CATV system and more.
Pioneer headphones incorporates all the experience and expertise of this company to offer top quality sound experience. Its aesthetic design and emphasis on comfort are a testimony of this company’s long tryst with the electronics world. Below are some popular models from Pioneer that reflect is strengths and experience.
Pioneer HDJ-500R DJ Headphones
Pioneer HDJ-500R DJ Headphones is one of the best pair of cans available for DJs in the market today. These headphones are a part of the HDJ series from Pioneer that combines the best of style and technology to give a top quality product for professional DJs and normal people who want to listen to their music with powerful headphones.
To start with, the box contains a straight three feet cable, a coiled nine feet cable, quarter-inch screw-on adapter and basic documentation about the headphones. These two cables give DJs is a professional idea as DJs and others can use the shorter cable at home without having another cable dangling. The longer one is used during professional DJ work outside of home. Though these cables ere well-thought out, there is no case to carry these headphones, and this could be a minor disappointment for many users.
In terms of design, these headphones come in a combination of silver and black or red and black. The red or silver is present on the outer side of the ear cups while the rest of the headphones is black. It comes packed with all the features that any DJ would want for a price tag of under $100.
The ear cups and head band are padded with a material called urethane that provides one of the highest comfort levels during short and long use. This padding is wrapped in real leather to add an extra layer of comfort, and also to ensure that the padding does not wear off quickly. In terms of features, the right ear cups swivel at an angle of 60 degrees to give DJs the option to work with just one ear cup instead of two. In this position, the head band gives ample support to the user to ensure that it does not fall off even with long use.
Along with this comfortable design, these headphones score high on sound quality too. They come with 40 mm drivers that are sealed in thick diaphragms, and these drivers provide clarity and high levels of detail. It also gives users the option to listen to music at extremely high volumes, something that DJs have to do from time to time. The high notes are crisp, mid range notes are warm while bass is punchy to give a balanced sound.
Pioneer HDJ-2000-K DJ Headphones
Pioneer HDJ-2000-K DJ Headphones is a flagship model from Pioneer, and it is designed to be used by DJs and those who want to listen to DJ-style music. Though they are significantly more expensive than the previous HDJ-1500 model, the improved sound quality and comfort more than makes up for this increase in price.
These headphones come in three different color, namely, black with chrome matte finish, silver and white to suit the preferences of different users. The best part about the appearance is there is nothing flashy or jarring, which meas it can be paired as an accessory with any dress. The design also reflects the well-thought out construction and the solid materials that have gone into making them.
Its not just about design, but also comfort as these headphones give one of the most comfortable fit among the available DJ models. One of the first reasons for such a great fit is the design of the head band itself as it can be locked in place on both the sides. Hence, it gives a comfortable fit for uses, irrespective of their head size or shape.
This design also supports the use of just one ear cup instead of two when needed as its design allows it to be folded into a compact size. Another feature is the Stereo/Mono switch that ensure that users will listen to the same content on both the ear cups, and this is particularly useful when DJs have to work with just one ear cup.
The sound quality of these headphones is simply amazing. Music does not distort even at the highest volumes, and this is a useful feature for DJs ho tend to crank up the volume levels. It sound clean and clear across all genres. The bass response is deep and consistent, so it gives a good punch for hip hop tracks and at the same time, provides refinement and richness on classical tracks. Other notes also sound great, and there is a perfect balance between these notes. In short, a great buy though it is on the expensive side.
Pioneer HDJ-1500-K DJ Headphones
Pioneer HDJ-1500-K DJ Headphones are a reasonably priced pair of headphones that is simple and sturdy. The design of these headphones is simple and elegant with a metallic or black finish. These headphones are made of good quality materials that is sure to make these headphones last for a long time.
Each ear cup can flip a complete 180 degrees to give DJs a greater degree of flexibility. Moreover, the head band is also flexible as it can allow ear cups to swivel 45 degrees backward or forward. The ear cups and head band are well-padded as well to give greater levels of comfort for users. The fit is also excellent and does not hurt the skull.
The cable is long and detachable, and it locks itself at the bottom of left ear cup. This cable is designed in a half-stretched and half-coiled design to give users the option to use it both at home and in studios. Along with the cable, users a nylon bag to hold the headphones when they are folded down and a quarter-inch adapter.
These headphones come with great sound performance too. It has deep bass that does not distort at high levels, thereby making it ideal for use in large rooms with top volumes. The tracks sound clean and detailed even when they are maxed out.
Though there is much emphasis on bass, these headphones sound good on tracks that do not have any bass either. In this sense, these headphones are a good choice to listen to any genre as it delivers clear sounds every time. The verdict – A good pair of headphones built for rugged use.
Pioneer HDJ-1000G DJ Headphones Limited Edition
Pioneer HDJ-1000G DJ Headphones are available only in limited quantities, and it comes with many unique features that make it ideal for DJ use.
The most striking aspect of these headphones is their color combination of black and gold – something that is not seen in other models. This use of gold is rare, and it is believed that Pioneer used this combination because it is of a limited edition only. Gold is used on the head bad, except in the area where it touches the skull, and on the area where the head band connects to ear cups. Gold is also present on the outer rims of the ear cups.
The padding on the ear cups and head band is thick to give users many hours of comfort while listening to music. Along with being comfortable, these headphones also provides high levels of noise isolation. It also provides single ear monitoring feature for DJ use. To increase the accuracy of single ear monitoring, users can turn on the mono-summing switch.
These headphones score high on performance too as Pioneer wanted to make the most of its limited edition model. Its wide frequency response makes it possible to deliver more low and high frequencies. As a result, the low frequencies that are not picked by many headphones will be audible in this headphone. Also, these low frequencies sound clear in all the tracks.
Pioneer HDJ-1000G DJ Headphones have been designed with an active DJ in mind as its 50 mm drivers give a better kick to drums, so that it is easier for DJs to mix and remix sounds better. Though there is some emphasis o bass, it nevertheless sounds great on other tracks too. The sonic signature is also well-balanced. Overall, these headphones come the best of design and sound to give a unique product for users.
Pioneer SE-MX9-T Headphones
Pioneer SE-MX9-T Headphones come in a combination of black and copper to give a unique look, which reminds us Beats Solo. The outer side of the head band and ear cup are encased in copper. For those who do not like copper, these headphones come in black and white colours as well. Irrespective of the colours that users choose, the styling is subtle and good-looking. The materials used in making these headphones are of good quality to make it last for a long time.
The position of ear cups as well as the hinges on head band adjust automatically to different head sizes and shapes. The padding is thick and of good quality to provide lasting comfort for users. This thick padding coupled with the metal casing on the outer side provide one of the best noise isolation to allow users to enjoy their music in peace.
Along with these headphones, users also get a nice-looking case with zip, a long cable made of thick material and a quarter inch adapter.
In terms of sound quality too, these headphones are excellent. The bass is punchy without being too overbearing while the mid range notes are warm and smooth. The highs and low sound good too, and the transition between different notes is neat.
The verdict - Pioneer SE-MX9-T Headphones are comfortable to wear, deliver ample sound quality and look nice with their simple and pleasing design.
Pioneer SE-A1000 Over ear stereo headphones
Pioneer SE-A1000 Over ear stereo headphones look and sound impressive.
They have a distinct design with the head band being bare with mere metal rods. There is a padding attached on both the sides of the head band to give surprisingly excellent comfort for users. The ear cups have thick and heavy padding to give good support for the ears. For this heavy padding, these headphones are lightweight and hence, easy to carry.
The sound quality is top class as well, thanks to the 50 mm driver units made of rare earth alloy. These drivers push out sound at 102 dB and have a range of 10Hz to 30 kHz frequency. This frequency is significant because humans can hear only between 20Hz to 20kHz, so these headphones can reproduce almost any noise that comes in movies and games, thereby taking listening to new levels. Bass range is significant while the highs, lows and mid range notes are simply mind blowing. The pristine detail in every note is captured, and the balance between different notes is also amazing.
The soundstage of these headphones are clear too, and this is a surprise considering its closed back design. However, its wide frequency as well as its excellent sound reproduction technology hive an airy and open feel to many tracks.
Overall, these headphones are one of the best products from Pioneer, with a cool design and top-class sound quality.
