HEAVYS H1H Headphones Full Review: do they live up to the hype?😈🤘🤘😈🔥🔥🔥

[@axanthius]

Just wanted to add my two cents here. I backed and have received my set. I have noticed the sound profile being a bit bass-heavy at the moment. I am looking forward to when the app comes out so that I can get more into eq'ing my set. overall I like the sound of it, I like that I can crank it up and not have to worry about ear fatigue. the tech around the loudness is very effective and doesn't seem to cause any tinnitus attacks. one other thing I like, it was a small thing that I hadn't seen in other headsets (I'm not much of an audiophile so not sure if it appears in other headsets) but the ability to turn on the microphones to hear around you. the headset blocks outside sound pretty good on its own without hell-blocker but with the environmental passthrough, I can listen to my wife talk to me without needing to take off the headset. such a nice touch.

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Thanks! Your input is most definitely worth more than two cents. :-) Yes to bass-heavy, which is the rule when it comes to ANC, and it can be adjusted 3rd party (totally depending on your source device, streaming service, and/or apps). If you're using iOS, much more limited options. For example, if you are streaming Amazon Music, there is a built-in EQ. And yes, the transparency mode can be helpful! Enjoy them, thanks again.

[@chrispearson5098]

Very good, fair, review! I backed in early 2022, but still haven't received mine yet because I also added a longer 2.5-3.5 cable. This has pushed mine back to August (probably September before I receive them). I'm interested to see how they sound for myself, especially as my music tastes aren't limited to Metal. It will be interesting to see how they sound when switching between them. If it's jarring or sounds fine. I appreciate the length of the video too - Not crammed for the sake of making a 15 minute video, but not overfilling with anecdotal irrelevant filler. 👍

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Thank you for the feedback!! Looking forward to you getting yours and your impressions.

[@evaaicrag]

Thank you, I didn't know Eleine before and now I listened to all their albums! Such a nice touch playing music in the background xD

[@LokiTricksterG]

I was unsure about these, but your review really sold me on them. These are exactly what I'm looking for. I've used a number of audiophile headphones over the years (Sennheiser, Audio-Technica, Bose, and Sony), and while the audio quality is crystal clear, none of them ever sounded loud enough for me. I'm definitely willing to sacrifice a bit of audio quality in exchange for headphones that sound more exciting.

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Thanks for commenting - please report back when you get yours!

[@angelofneo6945]

Report back is it worth it?

[@kamikazehound3243]

I am so grateful for your video. I placed an order for these headphones so I can have something a little more versatile than my focal radiance since they are a wired connection only. After ordering them I figured I'd get a cable with a mic so I could use them for work (work remotely and the headset the company gave me has very bad latency and their struggles to pick up my voice) leading to me buying the v-moda pro boom mic. Thanks to this video I I just snagged me a 3.5mm to 2.5mm adaptor that will arrive on Sunday. You saved me a headache I didn't realize I would end up having lol.

[@philippkusters9895]

Extremely high quality video. Subsribed immediately. Saw the view/subscriber count only after watching and was surprised it was so low. If you keep it up, I am sure the numbers will be rising in no time! My Heavys arrived just before Christmas. I am quite satisfied with them as well, although i think the announcer voice is a bit too edgy. I really had to tweak the equalizer a bit. I had the biggest quality improvement by removing a hefty chunk of the 250 Hz (about 8 db). After watching your video I understand now that they did this to make the headphones "feel" louder. After my tweaks (+ adjusting the pre amplifying) they definitely feel less loud, but since I hear a lot of epic/orchestral metal, this is quite nice for me.

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Thank you so much!! I'm new on KZbin and just getting started and really appreciate the encouragement! Glad you like them. I've made similar recommendations re: EQ, and better when ANC/HB is off. Soon enough, a HEAVYS app will be coming. We'll see what they deliver re: EQ and other options. It will be great to have that directly tied to the headphones. Enjoy!

[@bjrnsjohnsen1278]

Spot on! I really got your main point: «These will be great, if you don’t listen to many other headphones too»

[@MrGadinck]

I got mine today! Very Happy with them!! I listened to about 10 different genres and time periods of metal. Then I put on Drake and other hip/hop and the bass is awesome!!! Sounds great wirelessly and through my Burson audiophile setup. Really happy for the price!!!

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Fantastic! Bargain for what they are, right?! Enjoy them!

[@EddieVanHalenRules]

Impressed by this headphone review! 🎧💯 I must admit, I had my doubts about these headphones, but after watching this review, I am genuinely impressed. The sound quality seems exceptional - very clear and immersive. The design is sleek and stylish, and the comfort level appears to be quite high. The combination of advanced technology with user-friendly features is a nice touch. I look forward to trying out these headphones and experiencing the audio quality for myself. Thank you for sharing this review and highlighting these impressive headphones. Count me in as a potential future owner!

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Wow, thanks so much for commenting and the feedback!

[@7holesheartproductions]

I haven't got mine yet, but I'm hoping to get them very soon. All this review did is make me more excited for them

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Thanks for the feedback, hope to hear from you after you get yours!

[@7holesheartproductions]

I'll make sure to let you know what I think of them when I get them

[@FirDaus-ib4pn]

Great awesome review.. informative and easy to digest.. You have answered my doubts and more.. Will be pre-ordering mine soon.. Hope your channel grows tremendously.. Keep up the good work.. Be safe and stay happy..

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Thank you so much!! I appreciate you and your sharing. More coming soon...

[@mickey7664696]

I dig how you have jams playing in the background the entire time good touch

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Thanks so much! I love to get to know and support artists. Their links are in the description. I appreciate the support and your comment. Rock on!

[@IronDiamondMan]

I love mine, EQing them makes a world of difference especially in my sound preferences. I personally like fatiguing highs and they felt super restricting at first. I can't wait for when the app launches.

[@bjrnsjohnsen1278]

Same here, can’t wait for the app! I love how these respond to EQ, it’s capable of a lot, a lot more than brand anc headphones.

[@GermanRedrum]

I got them the other day. I can say, and maybe because I am used to it, but my BOSE Quiet Comfort II's do sound clearer and more "true" to the sound. That said, I am more of an 'audiophile', 9.2 surround with all KEF R Meta gear, so the initial sound profile is very, pardon the pun, HEAVY. When I was A/B-ing them with the Heavys, the BOSE did sound almost 'tinny" at first but cleared up after a minute or so when you listened longer. Again, the HEAVYS are so bass forward that they can seem like the crossover settings on bass is at 10, mids at 2, and treble at -4 (on a fairly standard eq). I have the iPhone 14 Max Pro and did putz with the internal EQ settings. The best I can get them to sound on the iPhone EQ is "Treble Booster". That toned down the bass-forward profile, but I am very much looking forward to the app to see what can be done as well as a firmware update.

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

Awesome! I was a backer but haven't received as of yet, can't wait. I look forward to hearing and reviewing them.

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Dave!! Thank you so much for your support. If I'm to follow in your footsteps, I have big shoes to fill! I am curious to see how you react to these (especially given everything I said about the tuning/sound). Hope you get yours soon, we'll compare notes!

[@TheHonestAudiophile]

@@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio Best advice I can give, be consistent, be honest and be yourself. Look forward to watching your channel grow. You're welcome for the support. Look forward to comparing notes.

[@czt1dave]

Great review! I'm more of a passive user and not an audiophile. Backed in November, and just got an email from Heavys this past Friday asking to verify my shipping address (in my case, Makakilo 🤙🏽) so hopefully I get mine soon!

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Mahalo Dave! I can't believe it, in all the world, we are neighbors in the same community. Send me a DM, we'll connect!!

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Dave, send me a note!

[@krzykacz3036]

Thanks for the review! I'm still waiting for my pair of headphones and I think I'll have to wait until August for them to arrive in Poland. I can't wait for them.

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Thank you so much!! Let us know when yours arrive!

[@wyrdstrangeness]

You really covered everything I would've wanted to know about these headphones. That was a very good review, thank you! I'm in the lower 10k batch so it'll probably take 1-2 batch shipments until I'll get mine. I'm curious if they were a good purchase because I'm not listening to Metal for the bass and in my experience, neutral headphones work best for the kind of Orthodox Black Metal I mostly listen to. Seems like these are more for the Death/Thrash/Heavy/Power crowd. We'll see.

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Thanks so much, glad it was helpful! What other headphones do you have that you listen to metal with? Odds are in your favor that you'll like these just fine, and the bass won't be overwhelming enough to cause an issue. Hope yours arrive soon!

[@NitroRoo]

Patiently waiting for mine... Listened to this on my ATH-M50x's - the Heavy's will be my first over the ear BT headphones - hoping I love them!

[@bjrnsjohnsen1278]

Did you get them?

[@NitroRoo]

​@@bjrnsjohnsen1278I did. I've been very happy with them. Using poweramp EQ they sound awesome.

[@DiyDMMakesThings]

I'm a casual user, half deaf so wouldn't call myself an audiophile. These sound great across the spectrum of genres I listen to, especially my deathcore and other metal genres. I work in a powerplant and the anc works well enough to manage the menagerie of loud sounds in the plant without completely losing my surroundings. In quieter or more regular sound environments they will block almost all outside noise. Overall these are great for a premium casual experience, but I think they are aiming for more of a niche target. They are good at what they do and will do what most people want, but I know there are sets that do those things better for more discerning ears. Love my custom Archspire shells as well.

[@Bennick323]

Thank you for the in-depth review! I'm an early KS backer and have been hyped for these a long time. I'm definitely a little nervous about a few things you've said, like the mids and treble, but I'm still holding out hope, especially with the app on the way. I consider myself a (very) beginner audiophile at the moment. Have been using Focal Elegia for 5 years now in a couple of different sound systems between home, work, and travel. I watched the review, but this'll be my first time really having a good comparison with any other kind of upper tier headphones and getting a sense of the kind of descriptions you're giving.

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Thanks for joining the conversation, and thank you for the feedback! The Focal Elegia are excellent, and altogether a different animal. Remember that those are closer to "upper tier" where the HEAVYS are really entry-mid-level. That said, they deliver a lot of capabilities and performance for a surprisingly low price point. After listening, I think these are definitely cost-competitive with well-established brands.

[@OrenArieli]

Congratulations on your new new channel. You've got another subscriber looking forward to more informative headphone reviews. Shaka brah!

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Mahalo!! Truly appreciate your support brah!

[@mmcpa]

Until I see the Heavys app, I'm up in the air with the sound. I have 3rd party EQ apps, yet, I feel just a little muddy with the sound. I am comparing to my Fiio BTR7/Audio Technica ATH-WP900's setup. I use both Bluetooth streaming

[@lilacghoste8366]

Probably because you use bluetooth

[@ColterRasmussen]

Thank you for the formal review. Waiting for these has been more than aggravating! Sucks us others haven't received ours yet because i know ill love these headphones no matter what.

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Hey Colter, you're most welcome, and thanks for chiming in! I hope yours come soon.

[@rockaholickid5984]

I am still waiting on mine. But i got a shipping update recently. Very stoked!!!

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Awesome! Let us know what you think after yours arrive.

[@rockaholickid5984]

They arrived about a week or two ago. It has taken me some time to get used to the sound. With the right EQ and the perfect song these sound pretty damn good. They are definitely HEAVY AS FUUUUCK! ! ! ! Worth the money, and I cannot wait for them to develop an application to further improve the sound quality (these are definitely not recording studio headphones). The sound is not what I expected as it seems very muffled. I did not expect the bass to be as unpronounced as it is.@@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio

[@Dulkh4n]

Great review I was going to tease you over the video and then i saw the notification ^^ Kidding. I'm still waiting for my heavys, I espect them to arrive in the next batch, I'm glad the sound is different I already have a few "audiophile" headphones so I was looking for something different and more foward. I just hope that is not THAT bass heavy If I could ask you, I would love to read, you dive deeper into a comparison between the heavys and the Momentum 3 Regarding the video, my only criticism is that you go over the same points maybe too many times. But in general, I loved it.

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Thank you!!!! Upcoming videos I'll be more scripted - 😆 In short, the Momentum 3 are more classically tuned right out of the box, well-balanced, rich, and detailed. The biggest differences are in the fit. The Momentum 3 have somewhat cramped over-ear pads, get hot, and have fairly strong clamp.

[@slovie03]

Great review! Pretty much answered most of the questions I had. I am glad they are working on an app for EQ tweaking in the future. I purchased the case and audio cable with mine. I probably won't see mine until Aug/Sep, but ready to get these! I'm glad you went over the cup rotation. I was curious to see if they spun 90° or not.

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Thanks so much!! Glad it was helpful. "...most of the questions I had." What other curiosities? :-) Hope yours come soon, let us know.

[@isabellefortin7561]

I have the sennheiser mom 4 wich I use around the house and the bus on the go , and I just got the heavy's for when I feel to relax at home and listen to music and they are great ! Love the case that come with it too

[@ralfbornat]

Your words express my thoughts and feelings. Your review nails it down. I first compared them to my B&W PX8 or Sony XM5, but that does not make sense. Many thanks for your video!

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

You're welcome, and thank you! Hope you continue to enjoy them.

[@waltertan4508]

I've got my pair a few months ago.. running it as a everyday unit to see how it performs in all kind of music and... "noise"...I mean audio other than it is design for. Definately need an App to make it even more versatile via user custom EQ for different genre and hearing profile. I do hope the highs and overalls open a bit more after some run in time. I manage to get a 3rd party 2.5mm to 3.5mm stereo (does not work with those with mic) but need a little filing to make it slot in. The cable works with and without the headphone turn on...so if battery run out ... you have a backup. Plugging 2.5mm in disable BT. Of course with power it sounds better but I did plug it into a headphone amp .... sound okay...but haven't much time ... the cable could be better.. I think... Overall I love it ... 2nd to my HD6xx. :)

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Sounds great, thanks for adding!

[@andreaszweili8593]

Thank you for the review. Mine should get shipped soon, I've got the shipping number but the tracking didn't get updated. A little thing for the next video. I would reduce the volume of the background music a bit. Sometimes you were a bit hard to heard and that was with me wearing headphones.

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Thanks so much, and appreciate the feedback! We didn't notice that while mixing and will check again. Hope your HEAVYS arrive soon!

[@andreaszweili8593]

@@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio Funny enough they arrived today. However the tracking link still doesn't show any information.

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Initial impressions?

[@andreaszweili8593]

@@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio A bit too much base for my taste and it seems to bleed into the mids. However overall it's a fun sounding headphone. The build quality and comfort are quite good. For the 149$ I payed I'm happy with it.

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Sounds like we came to a similar conclusion :-)

[@mautsukuda]

Very good review. Looking forward to getting mine. Unfortunately I ordered the travel case with them, so my headphones will probably be among the last ones to be shipped out. I'm hoping by the end of the month though. According to Heavys.

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Thanks so much! Let us know when your HEAVYS arrive, and your impressions!

[@halldorsturluson1449]

Got mine some time ago, and they sound good but like every Bluetooth headphones you won't get full power, have Sony 1000xm5 too. Tried to connect them with my astell & Kern sr25 and it couldn't power them so I found my old Fiio A5 AMP and then they sounded great with great power so they will be great for home listening with cable. Use iem when I'm out so... Like I said they sound great with Bluetooth but much better and powerful when connected.

[@wadehill116]

Thanks for the detailed review! 🤘

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Thanks for watching and the feedback!

[@damiengrief]

I backed the kickstarter in the early days, too. Haven't received mine yet though because I got a case and a couple cables with my order so mine will ship late next month. Glad to hear the positive review though. I'm an audiophile but I like fun headphones and V curves. There are plenty of expensive audiophile focused headphones that aren't flat. I expected headphones like this to be lacking some detail anyway so that's not a dealbreaker for me. I just want something fun to listen to occasionally. Did you test between BT audio and with the aux cable for sound? I would expect a wired audio connection to sound better even if they're not audiophile quality. Also I had no idea shells were already on sale. Might have to pick up a few.

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Thanks for the comment! You're right about the fun factor, detail retrieval, etc. They are not necessarily lacking, just different than the usual consumer-level fare. So, the USB-C with DAC function will be better than the 2.5 to 3.5mm, as the HEAVYS were designed, like most ANC headphones, to be at their best with DSP. I'm sure the shell collection will grow... let us know when yours arrive!

[@tobiasreber1486]

Do you think the momentum are also a good choice for metal music?

[@ProjectMayhemTube]

Gnarly review! Have you ever got the chance comparing it (sound quality wise) though with the new Edifier Stax S3 one?

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

I don't have the Stax S3 yet. I do know they are a higher end version of the Edifier I featured in the video, and of course, they use different drivers and are in a higher price category. Given how good the Edifier are, I'm assuming that the Stax are excellent.

[@jackomotheripper]

Hey, thanks for the detailed review! I pre-ordered the headphones and just got the mail to update my shipping address today, so I'm pretty hyped. I listen to a lot of jazzier music and in general everything that has more unusual sounds in it, like folk music from different countries. In terms of metal i enjoy many subgenres, but especially progressive. Would you say that these genres would sound good with the heavy's?

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Hey, thanks so much for leaving a comment, and you're welcome! I'm curious about examples of which artists/tracks and which headphones/IEMs/TWS/speakers you are using as a reference. In general, the HEAVYS sound good, they just present sound differently than more "normally" tuned headphones (average consumer fare). What this means is that you will be hearing sounds that you may or may not have heard before, and placed in perceived space differently than you may be used to. You may really enjoy this once you get adapted to the difference! Let us know about the questions above, and what you think after you get yours. Thanks again!

[@jackomotheripper]

@@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio I listen on a Skullcandy Crusher Wireless, one of those older models and they sound okay, but I'm hoping for a more detailed sound. 'Hangman' by Reliqa or 'Rapture' by Ok Goodnight could do as references, also maybe 'The Braindance' by Animals As Leaders.

[@_Mourning_]

Some interesting things since I got my Heavys H1H's today. The Heavys logo on the shells of my headphones look *completely different from yours* . My logo is *white* , while yours seems to be a *gloss black* that blends into the matte black finish of the shells themselves. *Did you order different shells, or is your headset out of the box?* Or do you think that yours might just be a first production unit? Originally I came back to ask if you had a recommendation for a 2.5mm to 3.5mm cable to use, but I see now that you said the one you have would not fit correctly, Im wondering, did you purchase another cable to test this out, or do you think that would be a wash entirely, and should instead opt to buy the Heavys proprietary cable?

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Good questions, I did not receive any special shells, and mine seem to be consistent with what others got in early production. My guess is that you're right, and they're using a different batch of shells. As far as the cable, I think it's safest to use theirs, although the Type-C connection will be much better regardless for audio.

[@_Mourning_]

@@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio I think I’ll likely end up going the route of just using USB-C as mentioned. Honestly it feels like the 2.5-3.5mm cable should have just been included (which for most headphones is the case) but I noticed that it’s currently still a preorder item on their site, which who knows how long could take to be delivered. Thanks for your input!

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

You're welcome! USB-C is great until you need to use a 3.5mm on an airplane to use their entertainment systems. Just a heads up if you plan to travel!

[@noir0013]

Regarding Audiophiles: (TLDR at end) I have a few higher end stuff top current ones are audeze lcd2 and fearless s8f. I have tested the top tier currently available products of Sennheiser, hifiman, fostex etc. My friend gave the heavys to me for reviewing and expected me to hate them. I immediately bought a set. Yes the are colored AF, yes they sound like dogshit on low volumes, but as a man that has good stuff at home, i enjoyed the heavys for being particularly different. I expected most audio enthusiasts with a solid collection to pay the rather cheap price of the heavys to blast some metal on the road. To me that makes much more sense then to use some wireless anc headphones from big brands and think of how much better it would sound at home on the good setup. TLDR: Also interesting for audiophiles with a large collection just for it being different.

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Yes!!!!!!!!!

[@satvinsingh9688]

Hi! Great review video and thanks to you, I am considering to refund Marshall ANC Monitor to the Heavys. But before I do that, do you happen to know how different the sound profile between the Heavys & Marshall is? From what you are saying I feel that it might be louder than the Marshall Monitor. Aside from that the ANC on the Marshall Monitor hasnt been very good as it keeps hissing. I changed it 3 times and the problem still persists. And you are right that the muffs do get very warm overtime causing my ears to sweat.

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Thanks so much for your comment, and you're welcome! While I have not heard that exact Marshall model, my only experience with the brand has been tight and cramped - definitely not good for large-eared people or anyone who wants space. My assumption is that these Monitors are not much different. I am not surprised about their ANC either - can you turn it off? I hope someone jumps in on this and can make a sound comparison for you. I'm confident that the whole experience will be radically different. Looking forward to hearing your decision and impressions!

[@satvinsingh9688]

@@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio Yea I can turn the ANC off but the prob would be that the environment noise will ruin my experience making this headphones quite a let down.

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

@@satvinsingh9688 sorry to hear that. I hope the HEAVYS will be a major upgrade!

[@redeidson140]

Great review, thanks🤘 I’ve been interested in these for quite sometime! So my question is… how would you compare these to the new Skullcandy ANC 2’s (which I recently purchased and really enjoy. I think the new Skullcandy IQ app is pretty good too)! I’ve found the ANC 2’s to be surprisingly versatile, especially when utilizing the app! If you haven’t heard the new ANC’s maybe you’ve heard the Evos or regular Crushers. Your thoughts and comparisons would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!!!

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

You're welcome, and thanks so much!! I can only compare the previous Skullcandy Crusher ANC top-of-the-line; I have not heard the V2 yet. I really appreciated how much better those were than every other product they had re: sound quality. The ANC was irritating and constantly hissed. The new ones may have addressed that. The haptic bass is a very different experience than dynamic driver bass. The Crushers are fun, though can become physically irritating and neurologically exhausting. I have not had that issue with the HEAVYS yet. Keep your eyes out for the upcoming headphones from Sonic Lamb. Those will be a revelation, specifically in bass tuning and delivery.

[@redeidson140]

@@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio Thanks so much for the reply! I have never had/heard hissing with the 2’s. The ANC is decent, but but great, but not bad! I was/am surprised at the SQ with the 2’s! I honestly bought them basically just out of curiosity after watching several reviews… I haven’t been disappointed 😎🤘 I definitely look forward to the Sonic review!!!

[@i-stein]

I was so impatient and instead of waiting on Heavys, I recently bought Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 and had to return them a day later because of the hissing and random extremely loud static noise that would appear out of nowhere and last for about 5 seconds (there were no other devices nearby that would interfere, I couldn’t figure out why it kept happening every 15-20 minutes). They sounded really good and I loved the app features but that static noise was a deal breaker.

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

@@i-stein sorry to hear that... did you get anything else since returning them?

[@i-stein]

@@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio No, they offered me to take another pair, but I was so disappointed in first one that I decided to get my money back and just wait for Heavys…

[@jimmybobs87]

Skipped though some of the vid lol but, dunno if you mentioned that they are wide headphones, so for people with smaller heads, whilst they are comfy, they aren't tight, and they can slip off your head if you look down or look up. Which is a bit poop, but other than that, i like them

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

LOL, no problem, glad you caught some of it. Unless you really have a small head and move around a lot, they should actually fall off your head.

[@scottsimmons8946]

Have you had any experience with how effective the noise cancellation is on a plane yet? That's what I'm most curious about now.

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Sorry for the long delay. I've not yet taken them on a flight and will report back as soon as I do. From my testing, I think they'll be decent, not groundbreaking. The big standout is the passive noise isolation, where the ANC/HB is secondary support. They are nowhere near the level of Bose or Sony, and a bit behind Edifier, which are all much smaller and lighter Some people will prioritize those factors for travel. Hope that's helpful!

[@mikeludwick7886]

Informative review but I noticed you never once put the headphones on. Why not? We'd like to know about comfort and look.

[@wadehill116]

Got my headphones on Monday, was very excited and then was disappointed to find there's a fault. I only listen wired so, using the aux cable they provided, plugged into my CD players and it works fine at low volume, but as soon as I turn the volume up high and there's some bass/power, the sound goes away entirely and all I hear is a soft crackling noise. Not sure if it's just my pair or if these headphones can't handle power/loudness. To make matters worse, I can't find another 2.5 to 3.5 cable to test it with as the headphone design prevents most of these cables from being plugged in due to the socket being positioned so deep into the headphones. Tried two cables with no success. So now I'm waiting to hear what they're going to do about it. So disappointed.

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Oh no! It's not the drivers, it's the jacks. Any update yet?

[@wadehill116]

@@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio They're busy investigating and have asked for some videos. So let's hope for a positive outcome.

[@EvilMerlin]

Still getting the run around from Heavys on shipping claimed 2 weeks ago they shipped, got a shipping number. Only thing is that number doesn't exist. And when pressed claims that the USPS shipping tracking is broken and that as of early last week they were in NYC. Funny that I'm less that 4 hours from there and still waiting. Heavys smacks like a scam.

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Sorry to hear. Hope you post another note here when yours arrive.

[@nite.vizion]

thank you! can't wait to get mine!

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

You're most welcome, and thanks for watching and commenting! Let us know...

[@buddhamonk7986]

What sort of sub genres of music would you say works best with theses headphones. Been considering these for a while and am curious like ( underground rap, djent, pop, ect) I listen to almost everything under the sun so just trying to get a good idea

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

What headphones have you been using for reference? Essentially, if your primary focus is on vocals in front of a lot of music (meaning, not lots of space for silence), there are better options. The same applies if you like treble and detail and shy away from bass. Being designed and tuned for heavy metal comes with some compromise, though as all around performers, they are competitive.

[@thePowermetalLynx]

So I take it it's not quite good for power metal? 🤔

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Thanks for your note! If you're not critically comparing the HEAVYS, I expect you'll find them energetic and strong for power metal. What are some of your favorite bands, or songs I can reference for you?

[@thePowermetalLynx]

@@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio In general the German school or the Swedish school i.e. Helloween, Gamma Ray, Blind Guardian, Primal Fear, Nocturnal Rites, Dream Evil, etc. I prefer the thrash/speed/heavy fused side to symphopowers. Though with the current trend going on the genre it's inevitable that I'm gonna get more symphonic stuffs.

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Great choices! I'll give a bit more listen time with some of those specifically and let you know. I noticed the most midrange recession with female vocals being slightly more in the background.

[@Rettke]

How they compare soundwise with the momentums and the newest Sony? I use 6xx and Focal Elex at my house, but being open they aren't really for the street and my old Momentums (II, wired) don't work great with newer phones...

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Thanks for asking. The HEAVYS are more dynamic/lively than both the Momentum 4 and Sony XM5 (candidly, I'm not a fan of either one, especially regarding the bland copycat design). Between the Momentum 4 and XM5, the M4 sound much better and cleaner AFTER sound personalization adjustments (if you can get them dialed in right). The HEAVYS present the sound really differently in terms of soundstage/imaging, they sound "larger" and definitely punchier. Bottom line, the HEAVYS, while not perfect without EQ, are a better deal than the M4 and XM5, and will look, feel, and sound unique. The 6XX and Elex - there is really no reasonable comparison to the ANC tribe, they are built and tuned entirely differently and are both awesome for what they are designed for. Hope this is helpful!

[@Pleusch]

Could you share the EQ Curve ? Did you measure the frequency response ? That would be extremely helpful!

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Sorry for the delay! Here is a link to our site's written review: t.ly/CB9Ki Disclaimer (a few notes from me and direct input from Axel Grell): the graph is misleading and not necessarily a true-to-life representation of the sound, particularly due to HRTF (this is a whole other arena). Axel and HEAVYS did not share/publish an "official" graph because of significant variances in how people will experience the sound and community arguments about measurements (equipment, protocol, graphing translation, and interpretation). If you are competent/familiar with reading graphs, this FR graph leads to the impression that the H1H are much darker than they actually sound IRL (the graph indicates super heavy bass and repressed treble). Take the measurement with lots of grains of salt, in this case!

[@Pleusch]

@@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio How would you EQ the H1H to cleanup the low-end and lower mids and make it suitable for Dream Theater for example.

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Again, apologies for the delay. What kind of EQ do you use? If you have a 10-band PEQ of sorts, I would simply start with a shelf of approximately -2 dB at/under 200 Hz. If that's not enough, increase to -4 dB and go from there. That alone should change the profile significantly to bring some of the midrange forward, perfect for Dream Theater! Let me know what you discover! I anticipate the HEAVYS app to be released relatively soon, with EQ adjustments of some sort (how extensive, no idea yet).

[@dM3tria]

Nice shirt. Where'd you buy that?

[@ImakeTanks]

do you need a headphone amp with these in wired mode or do they use the onboard amp?

[@almandog]

Aloha: Good review. Mine arrived today and I also provided a "First Look" video. I am in Waikele, you can ask Audio Lab in Honolulu about me.

[@forbiddenfootage]

dude!! this review is great man. heavys is going to take over!!!!

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Dude, thank you so much!! Super appreciate the feedback!

[@masada1776]

I’ve went from Sennheiser game zero (I believe 558 drivers) to beyerdynamic dt770s for gaming & music. I listen to goth, punk, metalcore, & power metal. I was amazed by the sound quality of the dt770s over the game zeroes. How does the sound quality compare to dt770s?

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Hello! You have some good headphones there. I have the Game Zero and DT990 Pro here (I'm not as familiar with the 770). I would tell you that the detail on the HEAVYS compared to the 770s will likely be quite lacking/far behind. That said, all three models were designed for entirely different purposes. For closed-back ANC Bluetooth headphones (and using them out and about), you may be very happy with the power and staging and not as focused on the lack of sharp detailing.

[@PowerrayX]

how do these sound for music like Gamma Ray, Helloween, Stratovarius, Ayreon etc ?

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Hey! Overall quite good, as those bands have a lot of energy across the frequency spectrum. In addition, some of Helloween's early recordings and vocals were quite sharp and occasionally sibilant. The HEAVYS will tone some of that harshness down, especially at higher volumes.

[@sotired2789]

What size auxiliary cable do i neex for wired? Also, can i listen to them wired on my android phone? I have a Galaxy 20, so my audio cable has to plug into a usb to c adapter

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

I just replied with something similar. As far as the cable, it's a single-sided 2.5mm plug at the cup to 3.5mm. I think it's safest to use their cable, although the Type-C connection will be much better regardless for audio. Does your Android have Type-C? Which exact phone model are you using?

[@sotired2789]

@@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio I have a Samsung Galaxy 21. I have to use a USB type C auxiliary to wire in. 3.5mm should work then. Thank you!

[@DocFriday94]

Well i am thinking of getting those, but until that i wait and see if i can test them somewhere. From what i heard and read its kinda mixed impressions and for 300$ i wanna be sure. But my question is, on the website it says that there are 2 low driver on each side, and in the video is only the mention of 1 ? Did they change that or something ? Till then imma stick to what i have right now.

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

I hope you get to experience them. In the video, I mentioned 2 pairs/side (4 drivers/side): dual 38mm woofers, and dual tweeters. Nothing has changed. Which headphones are you using now?

[@DocFriday94]

@@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio yes i hope to test them :) So for work i have Monster iSport Achieve, in ear BT, wich have good sound but not so good fitting for me 😅 Over Ear's i have the HyperX Cloud 2 Wireless, wich i use the most on my pc. Those are the best imo and even audiophile approved :) and for casual listening i have Crusher ANC, the limited edition in gray/brown. The sound is decent and the haptic bass is fun but i have to tone it down for my music taste. But im glad that the build quality is good on the Heavys. But tbh if HyperX would bring a BT version from the Cloud 2, i would buy those. If you didnt, i would love to see a review from you about these. But i think the wired Cloud 2's have a bit better sound quality, but i think its normal to loose some over a wireless connection.

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Thanks, you have some decent sets there! I have not done an official review on the HyperX Cloud 2 Wireless. They are comfortable and light, and generally sound quite good, especially with the low latency wireless or wired. Compared to the Crushers, they are more balanced and cleaner. The HEAVYS will feel completely different on your head. They are much heavier and larger than both headphones that you have. The sound is more dynamic and open sounding than the HyperX, and much cleaner than the Skullcandy headphones. Also, there is a lot more space around the ears in the HEAVYS ear cups. Last, the HEAVYS have BT and a wired DAC mode via USB-C which can make a significant difference. Let us know if you get to hear them/try them!

[@DocFriday94]

@@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio will do, as soon as i see some or somebody i know has them:) i just now found out that there is now a Cloud 3 xD Yeah from what i learned over time that bigger earcups can make a huge difference. I think for Cloud 2's there are aftermarket ear cups that are bigger. And thank you for the answer and sorry for my long text's.

[@ecollazo67]

I received my Heavys a few days ago and proceeded to test them. I am dissapointed. I compared them to the earbuds I use (Samsung Galaxy Buds Pro 2) and it was not good for the Heavys. Though the construction quality is top notch and I love the physical buttons (rather than touch controls), the sound quality was not what I expected. Being bass heavy is one thing, but these sound like there is a wet blanket in front of the drivers. All the mids and highs are muffled and sound like they're coming from a low-end pair of headphones. The Heavys are loud, but the Galaxy Buds Pro 2 are 95% as loud and sound far better. I tested both on my Samsung Galaxy Flip 5 and a Mackboo Pro (M2). Suprisingly, both headphones sounded far better when connected to the Macbook Pro, but the Heavys were still inferior. One thing to note, I used the same EQ settings for both headphones in order to create a baseline sound. The bottom line is that I was very dissapointed. I get the point made in the video that the highs were rolled off to prevent fatigue, but I think they should have left that to the users to do if they choose. Doing this from the factory is a big mistake. I will return them tomorrow.

[@ecollazo67]

i have to amend my review above. I almost returned the Heavys several times but decided to give it one last go at making them work for me. I'm glad I did. After scouring many Reddit posts and other sources I found out that it is necessary to EQ your sound specifically for these headphone. I normally don't do much to shape the sound for a pair of headphones other than using the common "Rock" EQ setting. With the Heavys, it's necessary to shape the sound at the upper bands of EQ while leaving the lower frequencies flat. I was able to dial in a great sound on my laptops and tablets using Apple Music's EQ feature. For my phone (Galaxy S23+) I downloaded the Waves app which gives a great deal of control over EQ across all apps and achieved a sound I like. I'm glad I didn't return the Heavys as they are now my favorite headphones.

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Excellent! I've made EQ suggestions here in the comments in multiple places as well. Glad you've found some adjustments that work well. Enjoy!

[@RedRed.917]

16:40 Hey! Sorry, i cant really classify that. would you give some specific band examples which you think your description applies to?

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

I can try! Did you mean examples of what sounds great? Thrash metal such as Testament and Metallica are excellent. Even Flotsam & Jetsam, with far more refined vocals, don't get lost. Pure symphonic metal where the vocals are forward in the mix, tend to sound farther back on the HEAVYS. Not bad, just different. What bands do you listen to/like the most?

[@OniOfChaos]

Akg or akg compatible replacement 3.5 to 2.5 cables should fit just fine. Such as the ones used with the n700nc or the n60nc's

[@helios7170]

I was quite disappointed by the sound, especially the quality of blast beats and just double bass in general. They have lost a lot of fidelity and sound more like a fuzz instead of individual hits. Grindcore and a lot of Blackened Death ends up sounding far too warm, the high sounds of a lot of the drums and even guitars are too middling, with a lot of detail being completely lost. I’ve also bought cheaper headphones which came in far nicer boxes and often with a little bag to store them in, my Heavy’s came in a cheap looking black box with no extras. For the price I would recommend something else, but I am going to use them a bit more and see if I change my mind. I’ve found EQ’ing for Jazz sound on my phone helps restore some of the higher end treble and mid range but I’m still probably going to rely on my old headphones which really capture the original sound of the track better.

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Your observations are interesting, and leave tons of questions... Which bands and songs? What is your source phone and which file types and codecs? Or streaming from which service? What are the other headphones you mentioned? Any update? Thanks, hope you're getting a better result.

[@justinhaze871]

I keep looking at the Heavys but I have Sony WH-1000-XM4. The question I have would be if the Heavys can do something the Xm4's can't do?

[@bjrnsjohnsen1278]

In terms of ANC, features and portability? No… in terms of sound? Yes!

[@albertgein3082]

How are these in comparison to skullcandy ANC crushers??

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Thanks for asking! The Crusher ANC that I had were beautiful, though the ANC hissed so much I found it unbearable. While smaller and lighter, I also found the Crusher to be hotter and less roomy around the ears. Last, sound quality was fairly good and the bass adjustment was a blast for a very short while. It uses a type of haptics that are quickly fatiguing. The HEAVYS have none of these traits. Larger, yes, and also more comfortable for longer periods with better passive and active noise cancellation. Bass is already too intense, no need for any more. If you're seeking super basshead headphones, get the new Sonic Lambs. There is nothing close. Review on those coming shortly! Let me know if you have more specific questions.

[@albertgein3082]

@@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio hilarious 20 grand are you kidding?

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

What are you responding to/referencing?

[@joetraina6844]

Hi there. I'm new to your channel, but I'm enjoying what you're putting out. I've been on a headphone kick and appreciating what different headphones have to offer. I'm enjoying the subtleties of different brands. I currently own 9 over the ear sets. They are: JBL 660NC, Soundcore Q35, Soundcore Q45, Beats Studio 3, Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2, Raycon Everyday, Jabra Elite 85H, Edifier WH950 and Sennheiser M4s. You mentioned that someone without multiple sets would be happy with these Heavy headphones. But what about someone who has multiple sets, but likes nuances? Thank you in advance. -Joe

[@joetraina6844]

Edit I should mention that I did already pre-order these with the case, so I'm hopeful you think these would still be cool to have. Especially for my old school Metallica 😊.

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Joe, thank you so much for the feedback and awesome comment. So, you have quite a collection. What I meant in the video and did not explicitly say... there are many in the enthusiast community obsessed with comparisons and the idea of "better." I have, or have heard, almost all of the headphones you listed. What I can tell you is that if you like the diversity, you will love these just fine! The 2 you mentioned last (and the best of your list), the same two that I showed in the video, are closely related. That said, they are definitely easy to distinguish by sound and feel.

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Definitely - my case and cables are shipping separately at some point I believe.

[@joetraina6844]

@@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio Thank you for the reply. I'm going to keep my preorder and look forward to these coming in. Again, thank you!

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Most welcome!! Let us know when your arrive...

[@metalman1a]

great review!

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Thank you so, glad you enjoyed it! Much more content in production....

[@psyphonyxaudio]

Great break down. thank you!

[@gdemirjian]

Good job!

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Thank you!

[@tsohgallik]

Finally...these Headphones are real😂😂😂 Hopefully will become VERY REAL... Very soon in a couple weeks😂😂😂🤘🔥🤘 The only other headphones i have are gaming headphones from HyperX. Alpha S and Orbit S (an offbrand Audeze Planar Magnetic headphones)

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Yes! Excited for you as well, let us know what you think after you get them!

[@alanh5348]

Aloha from Ewa Beach. How do these compare with the AirPod Max? Anyone ever do a head to head?

[@Toastcat33]

If you value clarity the AirPods Max are much better. The Heavy’s are incredibly muddy 😢

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Aloha Alan, my apologies for the long delay, I missed your comment! I live right up the hill from you, we can definitely get together if you'd like to hear them in person. The Max and the HEAVYS are entirely different. For me, there are lots of things other than the sound that I do not like about the Max. The sound is overall more balanced and refined, though they do not have the grunt of the HEAVYS. It really depends on what features and sound profile you value.

[@cblac33]

Mine sound like shit how u turn..or are they louder when apply a cord

[@JourneyIntoDarknessBand]

Fantastic review! Really detailed. I was considering these when they were doing the kickstarter campaign but passed. After this review, I’ll be getting these. I do already have some hearing damage so being able to keep the volume a little lower will help. How do they sound at slightly lower volumes? Will I need to adjust the eq a bit? And thanks for playing my songs 😊

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Hey, your music thunders!!! Thanks so much for the comment and for allowing us to feature your music. These will be just fine for you at lower volumes, depending on where in the frequency range your hearing loss is most prominent. That said, these are definitely NOT for your recording, mixing, mastering, or production.

[@JourneyIntoDarknessBand]

@@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio Yeah, you mentioned these are NOT flat. I would not use them for mixing, but they would make a good extra reference.

[@AgoraphobicNews]

Are they good for death metal and thrash metal?

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

For the depth of death metal and technicalities and speed of thrash, yes. What headphones do you have now? What are some of your favorite bands?

[@AgoraphobicNews]

@@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio I have logitech H390. I listen to bands like Gorguts, Sepultura, Morbid Angel, Primus, Exodus, Death. Mostly US/European thrash and death metal bands.

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Wow - the HEAVYS will be a shocking upgrade for you. I met the brothers of Sepultura when my friends in the band Sorrow hosted them in NY about 30 years ago. They hardly spoke English, were still new, and had some gigs to play in the region by us. LOL! Check out Sorrow, they just re-mastered and re-released material (The Death of Sorrow)

[@AgoraphobicNews]

@@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio Awesome! So I guess they are worth it :)

[@Metalung]

🤘

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

🤘🤘🤘

[@resevil2396]

Im very surprised to hear its symphonic and progressive music that they struggle the most with. I figured if metal oriented headphones had issues with a genere itd either be with doom (because its one of the only bass heavy genres) or black metal (most nonaudiophile headphones drown out the trebble with over emphasized bass).

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

I agree with what you wrote, which would normally be the case. The HEAVYS bass response is enough for any genre, and surprisingly well-controlled and defined. The challenge (without EQ) is that the midrange (specifically, a narrow band where female vocals are most present), is slightly pulled back and recessed in the presentation. It's not a struggle, just a tuning decision and preference. This can be addressed through outside EQ (HEAVYS app is not ready yet). Does that make sense? Have you heard them yet?

[@jsincreel6085]

Can you listen to death metal on it

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Of course! If you're asking if it will sound good, yes, that genre should play well.

[@mbm4481]

Really good review. Thank you for that. 🙂 I'm still waiting for mine, but I would like to ask if anybody can compare them to ATH-M50xBT2's soundwise, since I am using them for quite a while now. 🙂

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Thank you so much, and you're welcome!! I can only compare to the ATH 50xBT (first version). Two questions: did you change the ear pads, and if yes, with what? Second, what do you think of them? How would you describe their sound?

[@mbm4481]

@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio Mahalo 😊 The ear pads are the stock ones, and I would describe the sound as pretty clear and lively but flat at the same time. Unagitated, maybe? Since I'm no native English speaker it's pretty hard for me to describe and express myself in such things. All in all I'm missing a little bit of punch in the lower frequencies because I'm listening to Deathcore most of the time (Thy Art Is Murder, Whitechapel, Carnifex, Chelsea Grin, Traitors and so on).

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Your English skills seem strong! First, replace those trash ear pads with Dekoni or Brainwavs or Wicked Cushions and they will radically improve the headphones. I'm guessing that the HEAVYS will sound much bigger, less neutral, higher energy, and with more bass impact.

[@mbm4481]

@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio sorry for checking in so late. I'm on vacation on fuerteventura with my girlfriend now 😊 Thank you for the hint with the dekoni earpads. Are they really making such a big impact on sound? Never changed pads on any headphones ever. Thank you for the feedback on my English. I'm sometimes pretty clueless about the quality of it because the last time I used it regularly was in school in the early 90s. Aloha my friend. Wish you the best! 😊

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Sorry from me as well, your last reply got lost in the comments. I would love to visit there, it seems stunning! The pad swap with any I mentioned will make a major difference, primarily in comfort, soundstage, and in general, are more likely to smooth out the sound nicely (some people complain that the ATH-50 series are treble harsh). And to say again, your English here seems better than some whose first language is English! :-)

[@krizzy090]

My bro has this headset i m impressed by the sound

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Try to steal them away and enjoy them while you can!

[@krizzy090]

@@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio nah i wont do that lol

[@DrEricH94127]

@@krizzy090 if he's really your bro, that should count as sharing. 😜

[@tsohgallik]

They arrived this morning. Immediately didn't enjoy the sound😂 oh well... Also they need their own AUX cable, I can't use something like an Audioquest cable😤🤨 I have better clarity on my gaming headphones from HyperX. I'm using a CD Player 😅 I think they messed up making Heavys an electric headphone. There's a bypass or some kind of obstruction of sound quality when the DAC is turned On and Off. Quality is improved when On but the clarity is not clear. "Warm" is definitely what they did to these poor headphones 😂 I wanted high Clarity and hard Bass, not just Hard Bass that would muddle the entire audio 🤯😱

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Just replied to your other comment - curious for more detail/specifics...

[@spiderdemon9198]

If I buy these, I'm looking for hearing loss. Don't tell me they won't do it... I'll be sad

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

😆 I'm sure you're not entirely serious. They're loud enough for most, not deafening.

[@101stTank]

Why would You ever buy these over lets say sennheiser 650 or Hifiman Sundara. You get better sounding iems at this price if You really newd bluetooth.

[@bjrnsjohnsen1278]

You’re comparing apples and oranges here..

[@Oswaldfiveo]

Have to say I regret my purchase. Not enough bass or volume IMO. 😢

[@bjrnsjohnsen1278]

Lol, they have more bass than most. And btw, bass is not what metal needs. It’s balance with mid-range present.

[@huskyleash]

Turn up the music I can almost hear your voice

[@inalingthedead]

Just get a pair of skullcandy crusher evo.

[@HawaiiHiFi-0_Audio]

Why? You've heard the HEAVYS? The Crushers (any of them ) are not similar.