V-Moda Crossfade M-100 Review and Unboxing
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The V-Moda Crossfade M-100's are one of my favorite sets of headphones to date. They do so many things incredibly well. First, the build quality - just amazing. If you treat these things with any amount of care they may outlive you! Comfort - again, just fantastic. Unlike other headphones with leather pads, these actually don't turn your ears into furnaces and the comfort is one of the best I've felt. Sound quality of the M-100's is excellent. A serious set of drivers for incredible bass, a lush, full mid-range, and a relaxed treble that is not too fatiguing, these are a wonderful set of headphones to listen to. They are a bit on the darker side of sounding, but after a bit of time listening, I rather enjoyed that type of sound as it's a bit easier on the ears, especially at louder volumes.
NOTE - These headphones DID require quite a bit of burn in to get to their best sound. I'd say I probably did somewhere in the ballpark of 80 hours of burn in when these finally started to warm up. Use a full range music like Jazz on low-moderate levels to burn in your headphones to get the best sound without damaging the drivers.
Build Quality - Best I've seen to date
Genres - the V-Modas are extremely versatile - they'll sound great with any genre you throw at them.
Soundstage - the soundstage is nice - you can definitely tell spacing when listening to music such as quartets and the like. Very good for a closed set of headphones.
Separation - the M-100's were excellent with resolving each instrument and musician perfectly - you can literally pick each note and instrument out of the crowd - wonderful resolution.
Seriously, one of the best all around sets I've tried. I've heard better sounding headphones, such as the Beyerdynamic T-90's and the T1's, however, when you take into consideration price, build quality, comfort and all the other things that make up this set, they're near the top of my must buy sets of headphones. Very exciting stuff.
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What a fantastic review! Very well presented, clear and in depth description of the product. Looking forward to seeing more of your work.
Bro, I never comment on CZcams but your review into the sound was great and very informing. Thank you for a job well done! I just ordered these today and was great to hear I made a good purchase
Incredibly detailed and honest review! Subscribed.
Great review! Best reviewer on CZcams imo! Keep up the good work!
And been watching a lot of your reviews, keep up the good work
When it comes to headphones, you do the best review. Very comprehensive and informative. Just by watching your review, anyone an dive into buying them. I mean it.
Thanks man. I really appreciate that.
Thanks for the in-depth review man. You seem like a genuine music lover and audiophile without the snobbery. Sold me on the Voda m-100s, just ordered them; hopefully they'll live up.
What'd you think about them?
So i was looking for a good review, someone who would go through a complete review covering every single detail and i clicked on this review and man.....i'm glad i did. Just bought my pair and can't wait for em to get here. Great review dude 👍
I found this review pretty helpful. I just ordered the whole shabang from VModa. The Metallo case with the Vamp Verza amp (with the lightning cable) and of course these M-100s which will arrive soon. This review has me even more excited to hear them. Thank you for this review!
Loving your reviews. I think a good idea for a video series would be your recommendations on headphones within different price ranges.
Thanks Allan for the review, your reviews are really helpful. V Moda M100 will be on my list for sure even though I just bought a new headphone a week ago LOL Keep up the good work, God Bless. :)
Great review as always! These will be my next set of headphones.
Might want to wait until my review of the Sennheiser Momentums....
Nice review. I would love those, bit pricey for me though, especially in NZ dollars ($400 bucks). Your stellar review of the LP's pushed me to make that purchase, waiting on delivery. Val Kolton would be stoked with how these are reviewing. Your son looks the part with them on too! Well done.
Would love ur next comparison review of m100, m50, and momentum :)
Keep it up man!
First of all thanks for this review, it's simply superb. Keep up the good work man! I really enjoyed it.
I'm an amateur audiophile, recently (about 3 months ago) I began to concern about the quality of audio in my music collection (most of my songs are crappy 128kbps mp3) and I started downloading FLAC files (if not available, 320kbps mp3). I have read a lot about hi-res audio and all that stuff.
I have some old and cheap Sony MDR-V150 which I still consider OK for the price but I wanted something better.
Anyway, as I began to realize of the quality of audio and all that stuff I began looking for some headphones that could fit my budget and needs and that's when I was aware of the existence of the V-Moda M-100. I also looked for other brands and I came across with the brand Astro offering the Astro A38 bluetooth headset aimed for mobile gaming and music. Long story short becuase of budget reasons (mainly) and the Bluetooth feature I leaned towards Astro A38 and bought them.
I have been using these headphones for 1 week and I'm very pleased with the quality of sound they provide and also the Bluetooth feature is pretty cool.
I don't know if you have come across the a38's and tested them. The thing is that eventhough I'm very satisfied with these cans I still wonder if the M-100's provide better sound quality to play FLAC files and also Hi-Res audio tracks (24-bit-192kHz).
If you have tested the A38's, do you recommend to also get the M-100? Or should I stick with the a38's as there is no much difference with the audio quality provided from them in comparison with the M-100? I'm very interested in the M-100 as I'm a harcore bass head, the thing is that I have never tested them as I live in Mexico and they don't sell these kind of headphones in my country.
Thanks for your time and sorry for the long post!
Great video as always dude :D
Tried these at the store but had a little too much bass for my liking.
Hey Alan, Thanks for the review... I have ordered the V-Moda Cross fade wireless... I had bought the Audio Technica after watching your review and it was exactly as you had described it... I am only replacing it as the head band got a bit frizzy (maybe due to too much oil on my hair) the sound quality is exactly the way you described it... I am investing in a new pair of headphones and after shifting through tons of reviews... yours was the ultimate one that made me decide to go for the new cans... Thanks for your simple, honest, accurate and 360% review... Thanks a ton... Peace bro :)
Really thorough review. Also, thanks for the note on comfort in people with glasses too. I NEVER hear anyone mention that in headphone reviews, but it's often a big issue for folks wearing glasses, like myself lol, that can ruin an otherwise great listening experience if it's so annoying you can barely wear them for 10 minutes.
I'm definitely going to start working that in - as a person that doesn't wear glasses, it's not something I'd ever really thought about until my friend brought it up.
Tired of people saying these are bad for metal. As a metalhead with these headphones, they sound incredible. There isn't enough bass in metal, songs usually can utilize a bit of a boost.
Hi Allen, nice review! I really appreciate your effort with the black backgroud, but love your normal one even more :)! Apart from that, you wrote, that You'll buy the XL Pads for the M-100. I'd be interested how big they really are compared to beyerdynamics.
Im actually going to get the ATH-M50's just cuz i heard theyre amazing by you and other people and these are just out of my price range
Hi Allen, great review. I've been trying to compare, or at least looking for a fair comparison, between the ATH M50x to the V-Moda's M100 and realised they're a different breed. Anyways, the M100 looks awesome and from all the reviews I've heard and read the sound must also be really good. Looking to audition a pair sometime soon. I have tried on the M50x and i must say that they are FANTASTIC!! High anticipation for the M100's.. :)
Nice reviews
The $20 XL pads are a must have. Super soft pillowy comfort. Together with my Fiio E18 its the tightest sound you can buy for portable use.
Good review as always alan! I was starting to feel u're being late to review interesting stuff thats out there! Improve u editing... Polish it more and do more videos... Ur ranking will come up. U deserve to be up there. Best wishes
Hi Vivek - if you don't mind, could you tell me what I need to improve on the editing and polish? I'm being very sincere here - I strive to make these better every time.
HeadphoneReviewHQ Hope you wont mind!
Impressions :
1) Unboxing in FastForward mode looks shaky & unclear.
2) Handheld shots looks too shaky esp in close-up shots where it matters.
3) Background removal[Green screen?]@3:43 doesnt look pretty.[esp that white outline].
4) At 1080p @4:43 lots of wasted pixels!
5) Video at one corner of screen @5:52 and various diff places.
6) Alien object spotted on occasions ex @13:52[On a lighter note]
7) Duration : Its just too long for me!
Probable Solutions :
1) Cuts videos between gaps. Like : Reaching towards or Bringing it to the cam. will save atleast 5 mins overall!
2) Label diff aspect of the video with top few features or graphics. will save more time.
3) BG removal was not necessary. Use natural bg to retain sharpness of the product.
4) Investing in sliders or a good video-head will reduce shake n enhance the look. Would improve production quality by leaps.
5) This video could've wrapped in 13 mins without losing any important thing.
6) The pace of the video could be faster to keep'em engaged even more.
If you need any help with graphics or intro/outro, logo design, watermark or any video help. Let me know...I'll do it for free.
Hope you like it.
Great review once again. I didn't like the all black background that much though. I think it was cooler when you were sitting in your living room. :) p.s.: Was that your boy you were holding into the camera?
allen..eagerly waiting for your fiio e 18 review..got e12 and e11 after seeing your reviews..its almost become like a habit for me that im reluctant to buy any audio products unless it gets ur stamp and signature recommendation...so please review e18 soon as really looking forward to buy that...thanks again 10 thums up...great review as always..
I'll get it reviewed soon! Been listening to it with my HE-500's and it's a nice amplifier - it's got a "cooler" sound than some of the other Fiio amps - more in the bass real and rounds out into the lower mids. Nice piece of hardware overall.
Wow they sound like great headphones
Good review, quite informative. Although you might want to do something about that white noise in the background. I believe audacity has a feature that let's you remove it without any issue
I'll definitely work on that - the Rode Mic into my video camera seems to have more floor noise than my other mics. Appreciate the feedback.
Always enjoy the reviews, articulate & high quality. I'm pretty sure you still have to have them in your hands to really appreciate. I'm interested to know what you think of the Skullcandy Mix Master Mikes
Haven't tried those particular ones yet.
I picked them up on clearance from Best Buy for like $112 (reg price $299) very satisfied with them
Nyle Omar Very cool man...had a chance to compare them to anything else?
Great video man! I was wondering if u still feel so strongly about these headphones a year later because im stuck between these and the bose qc
I'm a happy owner of an m50 for quite sometime.. now i'm thinking for an upgrade, my pick is either m100 or momentum.. So i really looking forward for your comparison between these 3. I love the collapsible headphones like m50.. easier to store and i'm leaning towards m100 for this. Oh, and i'm using sony PHA1 for the dac/amp. Love your reviews man !
Awesome review! I decide to get one of them.
Are u planning to review fiio x5?
Not sure when...
Best Headphone review I've ever seen! How would you compare the V-Moda Crossfade M-100 to BeyerDynamic? I'm looking for something that focuses more on the treble and bass. I listen to rock and pop mostly and i want to feel the thump of the bass drum and bass guitar but here the highs good too! Also i will be using them on my classic 70's receiver which is pretty powerful. Your opinion is much appreciated!
Can you do a review of senheiser momentum? It is really popular out there , by the way awesome review!
I don't need another headphone and I'm not an audiophile but good god man, u r gonna make me get one of these :D :D
LOL - shoulda been a salesman! :-) You think I gush about these, just wait for my other review coming out this week.
HeadphoneReviewHQ
can't wait!
and plz begin to make some top 3 or top 5 vids to spare your fans rewatching all your vids when they (meaning I :)) decide that it's time for an upgrade ;)
Roxidius You got it. After my next two reviews, I'll do my favorites list. :-)
thanks man. u always deliver ;)
Holy cow brother,best review I've heard yet ! I'm buying a pair very soon. I being 70 still like to rock and a big Scorpions fan as well.Ok keep it up and who's the littel feller ? GOD BLESS/mhh#32452
Great video. I think you convinced me to get these. Cute kid you got there too.
The reason for the two jacks on the headphones is so that you can plug the cable on either side. Afaik, you can't plug a mic separately in one jack while a cable is in the other. However, V-Moda sells the 'BoomPro Gaming, VoIP Headset Headphone with Mic' separately.
Great review, thanks. I really like my vmoda m80s. Would love to see you do a m100 vs syn momentum comparison.
COMING VERY SOON! The Momentums are my next review up, then I'm going to do a comparison of the Momentums, the M-100's and the M50's.
Sweeeeet! I love the featherweight of the momentums, they disappear on my head. For the first time I really notice poor quality mp3s and some live music doesn't sound as good because the momentums don't hide the flaws. My m80s are more forgiving sound wise and I actually think the m50s are a little more forgiving too. But for comfort, for me, the momentum are #1. Can't wait to see what you thought. Lots of fun!
HeadphoneReviewHQ M50s being, the audio technica ath m50s?
Yes those are the ones
Most excellent!
Just want to say I enjoyed all 22 minutes of your review. You look like you were gushing, i looked at the other video and you were like, normal.
I just collected my M100 today :D
LOL - thanks...it was a bit long admittedly. Let me know what you think of them.
HeadphoneReviewHQ Goes to very high volume (cups bouncing off my head) without distorting. Very good headphones for all genre and even watching movie.
Only 2 complains, sometimes after maybe an hour my mickey mouse ears hurts a lil, and some midrange seems missing, or overpowered by the high and low.
***** Yup - that's exactly what I heard when listening...they're definitely a darker sounding set of headphones.
Great review! Very much enjoyed it :) one of your best yet
So im trying to find out about the drivers. Is there two separate drivers or kind of built around eachouther? I have a 99$ set of gaming headphones and they have dual 26mm drivers 1 above eachother
I'm not sure - I'd have to open it up to find out - I'm assuming you're wondering because of the "dual diaphragm" that they mention in their marketing materials...
Great review! Can you do a video in comparison with the V-Moda M100's and the Audio Technica ath-m50 or ath-m50x? If not, can you tell me what you think of them in comparison? I am trying to decide which one to buy. Thanks
I've found that the entire nexus series has a low volume overall they sound fine, I have a fiio e6 and for me it slightly brings out the midrange in my galaxy nexus and m-100 but mostly makes it louder
i own the lp2 because i couldnt afford these at the time but i love the bass on the lp2s im thinking about getting the fiio e11 to amp it up!!
also you can kinda tell how to put the headphones on the wire that comes out of the headphones should be pointing towards you
Hey, Alan! I was curious if you could do a review on the Rolands RH A30-I've had them for almost seven years now and would very much like to hear your take on them.
They're not widely "renowned" and there are zero reviews on youtube and a small number of reviews on sites like head-fi say they're pretty good.
Anyways, in case you have nothing better to do-I'm just throwing this idea out there ;) I'm just really curious as to how they compare to other phones.
Great channel!
If I can get my hands on some in the upcoming future..have a lot to do before then, but I'll see what I can do.
I'm getting my v moda m100's tomorrow
Hi I really liked your review. If i have to by only one headphone than, which one you would suggest?
These bad boys look beautiful i have the monster inspirations atm but i plan on getting these too.
Ano Nymous I bought them and they also perform beautifully. Of course noise cancelling isn't the best but at about 80% you can't really hear the outside world. They also emphasize the finer sounds in your music. When I went from my monster inspirations to these the music began to sound a lot different. Don't forget too these are studio quality headphones and won best headphones in 2013 I think.
Ano Nymous Nah you won't need anything else just the headphones and the proper cable (comes with 2). It's pretty good for all kind of use. I found it to be pretty good for games that make their audio more realistic because of how well these headphones portray dynamics
Very nice
I just recently bought the Crossfade LP's, maybe I will upgrade to the M100's in a few months time lol
#HeadphoneReviewHQ Can you do a review on the grado sr-80? I was thinking of grabbing one, but I want your opinion! Thanks!
I have one.still in the box. I'm just staring at it.
Great review! How would you compare to syn momentums?
I prefer the sound signature of the Momentums. They are a "warmer" more delicate sounding set of headphones. The M-100's are darker, bassier sounding. If I could have the Momentum sound with the M-100 build + features...man, what a joy that would be.
want to buy one
Also I was curious if you think the audio technicas being a bit more defined in the mids and highs would sound better for metal? I listen to a lot of metal which requires the perfect amount of depth in the bottom end but also with a nice, accurate higher register. If the v modas perform just as well in this genre, I'm going to get them. I'm a bass-head when it comes to Techno or DubStep but I also listen to almost EVERY genre so it can't be an overpowering bass with loss in clarity of other aspects.
Can u do a comparison between the voda m100 CROSSFADES (xl ear cups) and the ATH-m50x
good review bit out of my price range though. have you heard the creative aurvana live headphones? i hear they sound as good as the m50's for only $60.
I've not tried them yet, but I'll add them to my list. Got a lot of reviews to do right now so it might be a while!
Very good review! We notice that you liked too! I use my sennheiser momentum on-ear with the sansa clip zip and fiio e6, will be enough power for the m100?
The E6 would probably be enough power, but it might color the sound a bit too much. I have one I can charge up and try it out. I'll get back to you on that.
Thank you very much!
hi there! i have narrowed the possible headphones to the v-moda crossfade m100 or the ath-msr7. Besides fps gaming i also use them for ANIME and music of most genre, oh and i would most likely get the v-moda boompro along with it. Would really appreciate views on which of them would be the better one! Thanks in advance~
would you recommend these or the Sennheiser Momentum over ear headphones?
Does anyone know how long it takes vmoda to engrave an image the the shields? I just ordered some and wanted to know
Use the app Power Amp if you have android. It's a couple bucks but definitely the best music amplifier I've ever used.
Can you please explain deeply what you mean by Bass, Mid, Treble, and Gain on a video? Iv been watching your videos for a awhile and have learned a lot, but i still get confused sometimes. This is very important since you use these words when you describe(review) a headphone, if you could make a video about this it would help your viewers a lot.
can you do a review of the sennheiser ie80 if you can't its alright
Please can you tell me which the batter btween this v-moda and bose qc15 in loud of sound and clearlly of batween them
I forgot to ask. Could you tell me how they compare to the Beyerdynamic COP soundwise? I really like my COPs except for their clamping pressure. They are not quite as comfortable as others in that regard.
Hey there cool review, I've had these for about a month I'm pretty happy myself with the overall package and luckily I usually pair it with my iphone4 too and my laptop, a friend of mine borrowed it as well and was indeed not as loud on his samsung s2. I only have one gripe with these and it's the fact that I'm not that satisfied with the sub-bass, from fiio what do would you suggest to help boost the sub-bass. Someone suggested that I get the JDS Labs C5 but they're more expensive and they're even more expensive where I currently live. If you've reviewed the C5 please let me know if it's worth the extra bucks over the fiio amps? Thanks in advance for a your response i noticed you get back to people that comment and I apologize for my comment being as long as it is.
HeadphoneReviewHQ :)
I love your reviews man! I was curious if you know of any good places that offer sampling to test out the headphones? I need to hear or try something out before I venture out and spend that kind of cash.
Dude, it's so frustrating...there's really not a lot of good places to try various sets. Best Buy is usually hooked up to their own crappy music...the only places I'm aware of where you can audition a number of different sets would be a Magnolia Home Theater, or a Guitar Center. Unless there's a headphone shop in your area, which may work out well.
Yes guitar center has a few headphones to sample but I just wish there was a shop that offered majority of the major contenders lol. Best buy has offered the same headphones for like over a year. I need variety.
Awesome though I appreciate the feedback!
Adam Robertson No problem man. Best of luck. That's one of the reasons I started reviewing headphones - for the same reason you struggle buying sets!
It was your review of the audio technica ath M50X that convinced me to go ahead and get them. Very satisfied with them so far. Keep up all the fantastic work.
Adam Robertson Awesome man. I'm happy you're enjoying them. I will say, after all the headphones I've reviewed (and there have been some amazing ones), I still love my M50's. They're not the best, but man are they good for $100ish.
I'm about to get new headphones do you recomend me beyer dynamic custom one pros ir this ones
hi, how does this pair up with the fiio e17?
So I'm upgrading from Sony mdr x10. I want big bad but also want quality mids and highs.
Right now the m100 is at the top of my list followed by the denon d600 and ultrasound 900.
What do you think?
those vs the Philip x2 vs fostex x th-x00. in terms of sound quality and bass quality and quantity. thanks in advance
I bought the Fiio 18 for android and it works great except the DAC is not lush enuf for me and the Amp can power my higher OHM headphones , The sound stage is ok , I am a DJ from the early 80`s and sound is a thing I really get into and now that I am just an audiophile i lean toward a lush sound in a dac , I like the JDS/Labs AMP/DAC C5D the sound is lush and the sound stage is perfect , The V Moda has a Good bass and on some music it can over power it depends on the music you listen to , All and all a pretty good headset , Not in the class as the P7`s but a great head set for gaming and club misic , Remember Val was a DJ , who created the V Moda line , So he would tend to lean toward ti club the sound , Youe review is on point as always I like your reviews Ill give you a thumbs up
Thanks man - I need to get my and on the JDS Labs amp...I agree - the E18 isn't lush - it's got a much cooler/darker sound and that could be a problem on the M-100's which already lean heavily that way.
Hi., what would you recommend the v moda m100 or the sennheiser momentum..?
how did these compare to the crossfade lp
I have recently bought a pair if ath m50's and returned them because they made my ears sweat... I would like to know if those are any different
Do these sound as punchy or as accurate as the m50s
How do you compare these to the LP2's? Do you think it is worth an upgrade considering the price point?
I love my M100. There is a ridiculous amount of bass quantity, but it doesn't lack in quality for how much there is of it. It does sound a bit more loose than my Momentum, but I recently purchased the XL pads for my M100 and besides skyrocketing the comfort level, it also seemed to tighten up the bass as well. Maybe it's just the distance of my ears from the drivers now though. What do you think HeadphoneReviewHQ?
Like I said in my response on Facebook, I know what I'll be buying very soon! :-) I'll let you know what I find when I do this!
beyerdynamic t90, vmoda m100, or sennheiser hd600's?
these or the beyerdynamic custom one pros?..i am a bass nut
I'm thinking to buy V moda m100 or beyerdanamic custom one pro and I don't know which one is better. Please leave a comment below.
Have you ever compared with Sennheiser hd8 dj with V-Moda Crossfade M-100...?? How about in all aspect?? I like Sennheiser HD8 because i do the EDM?? but how about you??
Get a red set of ear shields it would look better
How much we talking
killer review man, tnx.
im from israel, and v moda are totally unknown here, so theres no way for me to check them out before i order online.
1- im thinking about buying the white version, but im afraid of smudges. from your experience and knowing the material, do you think itll get smudged?
2- comparing to the audio technica m50, are these worth the price?
3- do i need to also get an amp for these? if so, can you please reccomend one?
keep up with the detailed reviews!
Hmmm..the black ones smudged a little - for pretty much any glossy type headphone you're going to have that problem.
2. Depends...M100's more powerful bass (almost as tight as m50), fuller midrange, not as much treble details, not as analytical as M50's, better soundstage, best build quality I've ever seen, replaceable cables.
3. Depends on your media player - for a lot of Android devices, probably do need one. Apple devices seemed to have plenty of power. Two of my favorite amps are the Fiio E11 and the Fiio Andes:
www.headphonereviewhq.com/get/e11
www.headphonereviewhq.com/get/fiioandes
HeadphoneReviewHQ i was more concerned about the case getting smudged, what is the shell made of?
will i need another pair of amp for indoor using (from the computer)? or is it enough for all uses?
thanks!
avishai lowitz Shell is a soft plastic - don't think you have to worry about smudges on that (unless you grab it with buttery fingers!). One amp should be enough - if you want to use with computer and portable media player, look at my review of the Fiio Andes. It's a killer all-around amplifier.
HeadphoneReviewHQ better then the digizoid zo2 (and maybe the new one that is about to come out zo3)? do you have reccomendations about sound cards for the computer?
avishai lowitz I'm not a fan of the ZO2 - I have a review on my channel that sums up my feelings about that device. As far as sound cards, I've not really messed with any. A lot of people like the Asus Xonars...
are these reference monitor headphones or like beats bass heavy
Late reply but bass heavy
Have you worked with the Grado SR80i or 60i?
I'm looking for some headphones around $100. I've looked at the M50 and Custom One Pros too. The Grado SR80is are supposed to be amazing in terms of acoustic and rock music.
I own the original SR80's and I can tell you they are an absolute treat! If you can use open headphones (tons of noise leakage and no isolation), and you are into rock and acoustic, they're truly some of the best in that price range. For the SR80 it definitely needed an amp to really get the best out of them - paired with the Fiio E11 on EQ 1 is just glorious listening.
www.headphonereviewhq.com/get/e11
HeadphoneReviewHQ Damn, I've never been able to get a reply from anyone. How do they stack up against the M50s though? I'm mainly looking into treble and sound stage which is how I ended up looking at the SR80i.
Lol. You've been going to the wrong places! Vs the M50s they still hold their own. Bass on the M50s is stronger (more punch) but the SR80s are as clean and accurate. Mids on the SR80s are slightly better and they have a more delicate, musical treble. The Grados have some of the best soundstage in the 100 dollar range. Again, their primary drawback would be that they are completely open, but if you are listening in private then its no big deal. The Grados are much more musical but you'll want an amp to get the most out of them. I love both sets of headphones, but for the type of listening you describe, the Grados will take you where you want to go. If the Grados had the punch in the bass that the M50s do, there'd be no competition.
hey there, i am confused between lp2 and v moda m100, can you give me your advice which one sounds better. I really love bass but doesnt compromise the mids and highs. i am using sony v55 and i love how it sounds, there is a kind of 3d surround sound and a subwoofer in it, but i dont like the build quality and the sound leaks like a broken faucet, lol. planning to replace it with lp2 or m100.
ping guerero go for the m100....its damn good !! The lp2 is a little more on the bass and compromises the sound clarity a little bit but the m100 is a perfect mix.
thanks, i already bought the m100 and I have never lamented my decision.
is there a huge sound quality between the m100 and the crossfade lp?
yes. lp has bass that eats the mids while the m100 lets the mids exist on a padding of bass
I have a problem, I think my Beats Pro are better than my M-100 headphones...
I recently decided to treat my ears and switched over from a pair of beats pros to Crossfade M-100 by V-MODA. When I was doing a sound comparison I realized that my beats sounded much louder on full volume than my M-100's when plugged into my laptop. Do you think my M-100 headphones are defective? I was under the impression that the M-100's were a superior audio device and I consider volume as something very important.
Any advice would be greatly appreciated!
Thanks
You are correct, the M-100 are far superior in every way to beats/any other gimmick rapper headphone. The reason your beats seem "louder" is because it doesn't take much to "drive" them (they were designed for people who will not know what an amp is or use one). The guy in the video mentions this briefly: Get an amp. If you're willing to spend over 300 dollars on headphones, treat yourself further and get a proper amp to complete the experience. Beats were made for people who have no clue about audio and someone just getting into headphones will likely be unaware of headphone amps. I know V-moda makes a ridiculously awesome amp but you can get a Fiio to get you going for around 50-120 bucks. These amps will plug into your laptop via usb and install automatically. I'm currently saving up for V-Moda's amp but the Fiio E17 is doing the job until then :). Have a good one, buddy.
Louder doesn't mean better
***** you haven't done enough research, I can think of like three pairs of headphones right now that sound better than beats, are comfortable and don't require an amp. Brainwavz hm5s, brainwavz hm9s, and audio technica m50s
Momentums or the m-100? I've never had such a hard time choosing over something...
If you like a darker, bassier sound, get the M-100s. If you like a warmer, more intimate sound, the Momentums. Also, the M-100's will fit nearly everyone. If you watch my video review of the Momentums you'll see that fit may be a problem for some with the Momentums.
I already have the ATH-M50s they sound great but I am looking for an upgrade in around the $300 range would you say these headphones would be a good upgrade or should i just stick with the M50s? I listen to Techno, Dubstep, Hip-Hop and Rock and have the Fiio E17 amp.
That's an interesting transition...your amp makes it even more so. The M-100's aren't as intimate as the M50's. However, the E17 has an airiness to it that would actually help out the M-100's. If you're looking for more bass, and some added soundstage, I'd say the M100's would be a good upgrade. I'm only worried that you won't feel you're getting 3x the headphones for 3x the money. The Sennheiser Momentums are also $300 and they have a similar sound to the M50's, with a warmer midrange and some more present sub-bass. Hope that helps...
HeadphoneReviewHQ Okay thanks for the reply
HeadphoneReviewHQ So I just broke my M50 trying to do the removable cable mod (I really need to hone my soldering skills haha)
Anyway, I did love the clarity of the M50 but I wish they had a bit more bass. Would you think say that these provide almost the same sound quality with the added bass I want?
how is the bass really?? I just bought the beats pro today and there is no bass at all.. I had a pair of sony ps4 pulse and those had crazy bass.... i also had to skullcandy crushers and those had some crazy bass... how do these compare
Skull candy crushers don't have bass they have a vibrating spring which makes it feel like there is bass i owned a pair and took it apart and fount that
whts the best fiio amp for the m100's guys need help pls.. thank u
I know this is an old comment lol but any amp, theses headphones aren't hard to push. I have a fiio a5 and it works good for my m50x which is a little under the same power level as theses.
If you want to feel vibration on your headphone, get the Skullcandy Crushers
What material is the Top of the Headphones of? Leather or sth. else and is this comfortable?
The top of the M100's is a fabric, but it is very comfortable.
Its like a Lexus
5:20 I don't think you put a microphone into the second slot. The microphone is already in the cord. The second slot is for yes, daisy chaining, but also to pick what side you want the primary cord to hang from.
Also, would you still recommend these above all other Headphones? iPhone music listening and gaming on PC
Vmoda sells à microphone for gaming. U plug it there
DannyBoy94 Yes, but it's not separate, it's it's own cord, right?
Its called boompro microphone. Go on vmoda website its 30$ for gaming.
Ok i think i understand you by sayin "separate" yes? I dont think u need both cables plugged in for using the headphone as gaming headset. I think with the boompro you can listen and talk It comes with a splitter (Y shape cable) so you can plug it into your console. With that said, youre right, the second hole is for sharing our music...hehe
U can buy a boom mic made for them....GEEEZ