STUDIO QUALITY HEADPHONES UNDER $50? Samson SR850 review

Everyone loves the Audio Technica ath-m50x, but these are the best headphones for under $50, no doubt! Perfect for Music listening, monitoring, and professional studio use.
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Camera: Panasonic G7/GH5 (I use the Natural/HDR colour profile)
Lenses: Rokinon 12mm t2.2, Sigma 18-35 f.18
Microphone: Røde Videomic Pro/Superlux E205U
Computer: 2015 MacBook Pro Retina 15"
Monitor: LG 27UD58
Editing software: Final Cut Pro X
Music software: Logic Pro X with Omnisphere
Most grading is done with FilmConvert Pro 2
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[@BubVisuals]

The intro is fairly long on this one, so the review starts at 1:06

[@melty8392]

I going to get this head phones thank you I need them for csgo

[@chrischillyhill6289]

Hi there. I play drums in a band. Sometimes I use my electronic drum kit at gigs, and I wanted to start using headphones while playing live, as well as having a monitor speaker next to me. Do you think these would do the job, as I still want to be able to hear the band as well as what's in the headphones. Thanks.

[@joshdimarucut1895]

Is there a microphone ? thx advance

[@nidaana1106]

Its fine i thought its asmr quite pretty relaxin

[@triliner254]

@@melty8392 Hey how is your pair? Can you hear footsteps and gunshots well?

[@N3ukenInD3K3uken]

The only thing more hipster you could do is putting viewers through the manual grinding of coffee beans

[@BubVisuals]

Lmao, maybe next time

[@burntbyhellfire8524]

i was wondering how long we had to watch some woman make a coffee drink.. ffs

[@SynthApprentice]

To be fair, there's no craft beer in that intro.

[@cstruwig]

@@SynthApprentice Nor vaping :)

[@walterg74]

So when you say hipster you actually mean useless and boring, right..?

[@CecoBg3]

This might be the best edited review I've ever seen. I forgot you were reviewing anything

[@CecoBg3]

(not because it was distracting, but impressive)

[@BubVisuals]

Wow, thanks a lot lol

[@TheXMaki]

FapMan The Fapper oh dude I agree. Only saw the video had a few thousand views. I was blown away by the quality

[@EARART]

Thought he was reviewing a coffee maschine

[@kauozke3741]

BubVisuals I might get these but I can’t find anywhere if it has a microphone in it. If you could tell me it’ll be a big help.

[@TheXMaki]

Wow. I was not expecting this level of quality video production and professionalism. Thoroughly and pleasantly surprised! Keep it up! Perfect review for the headphones I was considering buying. You sold me haha

[@thenarrator1921]

Definitely worth more than the headphones themselves lol

[@user-mb8ep5eq5m]

Is this better than phillips shp9500? In my country phillips a bit cheaper than this?, btw i use to play aaa game not esport

[@mukulsharma5738]

@@user-mb8ep5eq5m get philips

[@comettworkshop]

-Very fast item spec rundown ✔ -Good vocalization ✔ -Cristal clear and direct message ✔ -High-quality editing ✔ -Quick video and to the point ✔ -You told us your actual opinion ✔ -Not forcing any downsides ✔ (I think atm is rare to see someone doing a review and not straight up hating on the fact that the item is actually good, most seem to try to force downsides) -But also not trying to force any upside ✔ Overall I think this has to be one of the best reviews I've seen in a while, thank you so much on the video because it was exactly what I was looking for ! :D

[@huntrrams]

Love the cinematography in this review. I’m getting it for house music production.

[@MithrilArtsandJewelry]

Broke my monitor headphones after 4 years and needed to find a replacement. Found the samson SR850 and ordered them. They arrived a few days ago and started burning them in. Last night, I tried them out, connected it to a DAC, played a few tracks and was so amazed at the sound it was producing! Daft Punk never sounded that good before in my ears and I could hear separation between sounds for the first time without using an equalizer. These are so comfortable as well. I'll most probably buy a couple more as spares because right now it's really cheap to buy. So thank you for the review. U were one of the few people I watched before buying these cans. :)

[@marino4193]

4:54 When you make a review for headphones but in reality you make a perfect beat for Lil Peep.

[@JASRXJ]

Lmao xD

[@MaddoxStarns]

R.I.P.

[@TeknokaiSipesProductions]

Honestly, I just subscribed because I LOVED what you did with the color. You deserve more subs man.

[@ThePesident]

Just got these as my first non-gamer pair of headphones, and I should've kept bass in mind a bit more because I listen to a lot of metal/rock, but they're fantastic! Love them so far as my entry into studio quality audio. Also, I like your style :]

[@HIGHTOP203]

id actually argue lower bass is better for metal, If you listen to any thrash metal the bass can sound muddy

[@clavicol6875]

@@HIGHTOP203 thrash metal is absolutely about the miss, personally

[@ComedorDeNeto]

does it make any difference for games at all?

[@weiltrebor4104]

​@@ComedorDeNeto Lack of microphone right?

[@WhatYadhuin]

The editing in this is amazing, was looking at buying these headphones and I am glad someone put time into reviewing a 50 dollar headphone

[@Alexandra-Rex]

This video was a much higher quality production than I anticipated. You did a great job on it! And I am sold on these headphones as I'm looking for some cheap headphones for editing with as my main headphones are the V-Moda Crossfade LP², and they are certainly not neutral, and it's nice to test with various sources how something sounds.

[@IvanFromGC]

wow i feel proud of myself for recognizing the sample you used at 4:57, i've given up on you by real friends :')

[@Darlagayle]

In love with the visuals, and got me excited for the sr850 I ordered. I appreciate that you also put in a sample track you made using the headphones. It wasn't that exciting I think esp mixing-wise (great beat tho!) but I guess that means you must have heard them very clearly on the headphones in spite of the relatively low volume. Thanks!

[@testoyt]

Hey, it's been quite some time since you posted this. How have they held up over time? Has the cable had any issues or have you had any problems with the headphones?

[@vipinningthouja5083]

This is the prefect headphone under 40 dollars. Being semi open back headphone, the sound is very realistic. The highs are very bright. The mid is prefect, and the bass is not that punchy but you can hear it upto ~30HZ(which is fine for most uses). If the surrounding environment is quiet, it is suitable for all purpose.

[@InvadableHarmony]

That was a great video. Thanks for the review! Now I'm convinced to get these headphones.

[@ApexLodestar]

This seriously deserves more views. 🎶

[@kjcsk8r]

ive been using these headphones myself for about two years now, and i cant sing their praises enough. for the price, theyre the only headphones id consider buying, but they still work great so i dont need to buy another pair!

[@angelicaamora11]

Are they only good for its price? Or I can find some better studio headphones options even in a little bit more price?

[@kjcsk8r]

@@angelicaamora11 honestly I don’t think I could get an equivalent or better pair without spending at least $100 I’f not more

[@user-mv1cr4xi1g]

They are soo nice! If you want more bass, find the version with velvet pads, if you want even more top end frequencies, go with the leather earpad version.

[@oscarwong4201]

what do you think about misodiko? im wondering if they kill the sound

[@fibbintiggins2858]

I saw that you listened to Greaf and instantly subscribed. And Bones!! Great taste in music my man

[@thebloo12]

Excellent review and well edited too!! Thanks

[@deanluna847]

The effort put into this video is amazing. Kudos!

[@RetroPlus]

I modded mine and added a jack so i can have a removable cable, they're even better now. My favourite all rounder headphones

[@machrx5]

How?

[@RetroPlus]

@@machrx5 You pop open the plastic part that has the writing on it, there's screws you undo then solder the wires to the female end of a 3.5mm cable and put it in place, there are tutorials on how it's done

[@adrianastro1]

The fact that you can still hear some of your surroundings is actually a plus for me (for outside use)

[@zognarreg]

Good attention to detail, loved the editing and great review! Thanks 👍

[@BubVisuals]

Thanks a lot

[@CarsonsVids]

I found the stock pads on these to be the really stiff and hard, which was weird for a velour pad. I replaces them with XL brainwavz pads and it felt much better

[@korneliusoderso]

Thanks for your review! Insane quality! Keep it up! Greetings from Germany

[@Black_Jesus3005]

Awesome. Thank you for the review. No filler straight to the point.

[@pgale]

After two yrs still can't beat these for price to quality of sound.

[@FortuneBeatz]

Are they durable?

[@pgale]

@@FortuneBeatz I've been wearing them most days for a few hours at a time. My only complaint is right ear gets sore after about 4 hours of use but my two dearer pair do that as well. For $50 can't go wrong.

[@FortuneBeatz]

@@pgale Thanks!

[@xTH3xMoDsZx]

Your channel deserves some more viewers/subscribers, man! Excellent quality videos - keep up the good work! Subbed!

[@astr.4]

ive had this exact headphones for five years and all i can say is that they are one of the best headphones ive ever used, hell id even consider it better than my airpods when it comes to sound quality. i dont need to say this as youve already said it but i wouldnt personally use this in a public space as the noise would just come in and ruin your sound quality. i just hope to try headphones with higher ohms soon and see the difference with this 32 ohm headphone and a 100-200ohm headphone

[@prod.deathwish]

THANK YOU definitely gonna cop those headphones

[@yrantiquebrand]

bro, when you put that Real Friends song on your track.. that’s when I knew I needed these. fuck yeah dude

[@bigdipper1578]

Just got mine yesterday. After a few hours of burn in,it definitely sounded a bit better than when i first opened and used it. Overall sound is crisp and clear,bass is not overwhelming as this pair of headset brings out the best in mids and highs tho the bass response is still pretty excellent. It's totally worth the price

[@gorgnof]

I think you just got used to the sound, burn in doesn't exist

[@chrisjamesr77]

I'm watching this right now with the audio coming through my own pair of SR850s! I gotta say I love them, use them for at-home stuff, of course: Listening to videos, music, and even for recording my (decidedly amateur) musical efforts.

[@hunzhurte]

This video is so nicely made and you can really tell you had fun making it! Great channel!!!

[@lauw512]

The intro is ASMR 🤤

[@gh0stlyspectre689]

i think you are the first person to give a detailed enough and simple to understand review of these headphones, i will definitely get them thanks to you :-)

[@ludwigvanbeethoven3928]

This video quality though.... So underrated😢😢

[@belly-avrill]

I rarely comment on KZbin videos but I just have to commend you on your slick presentation. Bravo!

[@BubVisuals]

Romit Varerkar haha thanks a lot man

[@MarkoHR]

I just got mine today, so comfortable and good-sounding ✌

[@FortuneBeatz]

How were them?

[@halseyballistic]

Excited information about these. I was debating on whether or not to purchase these and now I'm going to, thanks to your recommendation and positive review

[@BubVisuals]

Nice, they are great

[@robertovivas2]

I watched this video with them. They are awesome! Thanks for the video.

[@Y29314]

nice videos hope your channel blows up

[@BubVisuals]

Cheers

[@marcoabyss]

ladies and gentlemen, this is how you do a review. after much research, i'm going to get me these samson sr850. cheers, mate!

[@Juice-chan]

Great video. Just one thing. While I liked the light coming through your windows on top of the pair of headphones, I felt that the dumpsters in the back wasn't as flattering to them.

[@IcedCoffeeCrazy]

Aesthetically pleasing.

[@DefcampMelderonTV]

Great review thanks!! I just bought them!

[@mke7605]

Just got one of these. Sounds great with my little blackstar amplug and my Les Paul guitar.

[@joninio6542]

Excellent quality review. Sounds great through my 8€ Grundig headphones.😄

[@ApyOnThatMF]

If harry styles and harry potter had a baby...

[@paulgodson798]

Great review👍. Your broad reviews made me sub u.😁👍 I appreciate ur work.

[@pgale]

I brought these on your recommendation thx so glad I did sound fantastic for the price very close to my Audio Technica's mx50x's at 3rd of price. I have one problem tight on my ears after a while and I have a small head.

[@towsifshahriarshovo]

Bro, sr850 better than the m50x or similar??

[@scottishfanta]

Fantastic review! Just bought these after watching it!

[@TheRacerx1234]

How are they?

[@scottishfanta]

Chandan G honestly brilliant, very clear, crisp sound and really comfortable. Would really recommend them.

[@TheRacerx1234]

@@scottishfanta Nice. Thanks!

[@truebeatx3604]

felt like i was getting ready to watch a movie lol good intro

[@geri911]

This was awesome subscribed!

[@BubVisuals]

geri911 thanks dude

[@karanvij00]

There are some reviewers who noticed that the mids are not full and these headphones sound "thin"...which can make the mixes more muddy. Your song at 4:50 also sounds muddy. Is it because of the headphones???

[@FieryHellzGaming]

Sees Skyrim on the desktop, instantly likes. Besides that great review!

[@BubVisuals]

Lmao thanks

[@clayreynoso]

When you said "besides", at first sight I was assuming I read "Bethesda"

[@bulgogidood]

Oh hello nice quality channel, I subscribe now. This is also just the video I was looking for just now lol.

[@BubVisuals]

Nice, and thanks

[@w0rkboots]

right on for listening to greaf

[@BubVisuals]

Greaf is awesome

[@AppleThink]

Today I got my Samson sr850 thanks for your honest review, I thought go to audio technica m20x , bt after watching this video I change my mind. Yp it’s pretty cool and worth for money (to video editing purpose) ❤️❤️❤️

[@mercho_music]

What a reviewer. Very cool video man. Serious question. Are these headphones good for mixing? Not just for tracking or monitoring

[@voidlight6006]

ayy nice greaf is fire

[@sahilkamal1499]

honestly this was some great editing that was done on this video u did a great job with it and piqued my interest in these headphones

[@Tolmore]

Just ordered these for 20 usd looking forward to trying them out

[@anupamsaikia7320]

Amazing review of the headphones. This video deserves more views. Btw is it a good headphone for competitive games? Or should i get the dtx 910

[@SynthApprentice]

Gaming has different demands than studio use for headphones. These would be a lot better than general purpose ear buds, but maybe not as good as a decent quality set of gaming headphones.

[@b0bbinrobin]

these headphones are now selling in a twin pack for 39 Euros at thomann

[@JudoGeoff]

I just came across this after looking up info on this pair, as a friend gave them to me to replace another pair that just died on me. So I was able to appreciate the sound of your review while wearing the very headphones you were reviewing. This pleases me. And yeah, they're pretty solid :)

[@johnny-tv]

Thanks!! Getting one now

[@scarecrow5848]

You should do a review on the 860’s! They’re now about $50, and they’re supposed to be a upgrade to the 850’s.

[@fennowalta2940]

should i buy these or the audio Technica m20x? The sr850 is 15 dollars cheaper in my country. I want to use the headphones for listening music and watching movies but im gonna use them the most for gaming. I like the looks of the m20x more. Nice review btw!

[@woabeatz9717]

Fenno Walta -these look better....

[@producedbybrxzzy4358]

im a hip-hop/trap producer and these headphones seem perfect for me. might have to cop.

[@GBCACHO]

Would you recommend these for playing bass AND for mixing? Awesome review btw

[@SickozPlays]

Did you use any AMP/DAC with these headphones? Do they need one or can you plug then directly on your MB and have a good experience? Great review btw!

[@jaydenadams29]

Wow such a good editor

[@FunBoysGaming]

I love your hair dude.

[@ItsMeMora]

This video was a pleasure to watch, I just found out about the SR850 and I'm wondering how good would it be for me to replace my HyperX Cloud 2 with these, I only use the headphone part since I have a Blue Yeti mic.

[@BubVisuals]

Thanks. And yeah, you'd get a massive improvement from the Clouds. While they are without a doubt, one of the best gaming headsets in terms of audio quality, the SR850s will sound so much better.

[@ItsMeMora]

Thank you, just ordered a pair!

[@BubVisuals]

Good choice bro

[@rubenn7212]

ItsMeMora how are they?

[@michaelinglis567]

Sold, i was really on the fence considering i was willing to spend more but these headphones matched what i needed and wanted better than headphones that cost up to $30 more. I was able to get these for $29.17 on Amazon (October 2018). I've PLAYED guitar for about 16 years or more(not the greatest to ever live but i can keep up/solid theroy an technique i definitely take it seriously) But on the other hand i also TRY TO PLAY lol drums and keyboard and since i recently started taking my recording more seriously i upgraded my DAW, audio interface and a few other things were purchased for a better studio set up. BTW i cant even begin to explain how immensely having a decent DAW to record through(Doesn't have to be expensive, i use Waveform) has improved my song writing ability. I can only remember and record so much at a time so being able to start multiple projects at once and work on them when inspiration does or doesn't strike has been awesome. Back to the headphones, still waiting on them but they really seem to be exactly what i needed for now. My only concern is the bass. Ive got everything to record my own songs as far as basics but im still using plugins for bass or my 7 string guitar if it works for the song. But ill be getting an ibanez sr300e or gsr200BWNF bass next(budget bass at around $350/$199 respectively) so i can get the real feel of an actual bass in my tracks. Bass Plug ins are extremely limiting and lifeless. So im hoping these headphones will be adequate in that frequency range. Just in the mean time until i can upgrade to something more capable. But im not hard to please (except with my guitar tone/amp)....maybe thats a lie the more i think about it. But anyways if these headphones continue to meet my needs I see no reason I couldnt use them till the tires fall off.

[@user-mb8ep5eq5m]

Is this better than phillips shp9500? In my country phillips a bit cheaper than this?, btw i use to play aaa game not esport

[@justintheoreo]

I have these headphones, and I love the earpads and sound, but after only like 20 minutes, I get a headache because the clamping force is too high for me. Any ideas on how to loosen it up?

[@BubVisuals]

I'd say just stretch them tbf. The band can defiantly take it

[@justintheoreo]

@@BubVisuals thanks

[@victorvukovic5841]

nice review mate!!

[@gm_construct4697]

I love the difference between the casual and competitive games being just leaning in more lmao

[@AnubhavTyagi7]

Bro Loved both content and quality of your videos. Definitely, as impressive as Ash Tailor. Lastly, i am getting one of these but how are they as compared to Samson sr950.

[@BubVisuals]

Haha thanks. And it just depends on whether you want open or closed back whether you chose the 850s or 950s

[@shinesongerald8878]

Which is best for mixing audio and mastering samson sr850 or the audio tecnica ath20x???

[@melissamosek]

Good to know because I wanted to buy the same headphone for my live streaming.

[@Lal45dcd]

What about the sound leak.. is it too aggressive ? Is it too audible while recording a song and simultaneously monitoring through these?

[@sisekontuli122]

he wears glasses so maybe the sound leak is more aggressive with him. all that hair might also leak some sound.

[@sisekontuli122]

MAYBE

[@jevoon_]

Did you use anything to modify the sound or is it good out of the box?

[@arnask7071]

I bought twin package of these headphones with leather earpads few years ago. Overall these are killer headphones for the price, just changed to velour earpads.

[@Legendthehedgehog]

This video is very good and I will admit that the intro was really well made but it is a tad long especially for the overall length of the video.

[@chibbigon]

Very nice review !

[@ykofthemist6298]

The power and aura you had in this review made me buy these headphones

[@mahdydahod1160]

he looks like the guy we used to know

[@amielpatrickpunzalan3882]

Hi man. I love your review. I'd like to ask if your samson sr850 is still working up to this day? Thanks!

[@FrostyGran]

Great video. Thank you.

[@sanietariq]

Nice production!! Subscribed!! im looking into getting these headphones for general day to day use, and some music making. how bad is the Bass capability of Samson sr850?

[@bigdipper1578]

Clear,deep,non thumping bass. None of that Beats or Sony's extra bass sound signature. If you're a basshead,this one wouldnt meet your expectations..

[@MrVillyOdin]

Hey! Great review and nice video. Just a question. Are these 5.1?

[@BubVisuals]

Thanks, and no, they’re semi open back, while I’ve found be better in my experience

[@Kynther19]

Just because of the intro I already subscribed

[@thecrazymanfromireland]

Super review thanks for sharing

[@Rehabftw1]

You’re a wizard Harry.

[@ashqrock1996]

The Audio Technica M20x is also in the similar price range. Which one would you recommend?