The best bass response headphonesis well suited for use in stage, studio, and broadcast applications, and features the frequency and sensitivity response required for accurately reproducing signals from drums and percussion instruments. This package comes with everything you need for miking your toms. The mic has a dynamic element capable of reproducing signals with high transient peaks, while maintaining a clear, punchy, and warm sound.

The D2 offers a frequency response of 68 Hz to 18 kHz which features a slight bump in the mid-bass frequencies. The contoured mid-bass response accentuates the tonal frequencies associated with instruments that have a percussive nature, such as rack toms, congas, floor toms, saxophone, brass, horns, as well as guitar and bass cabinets. The hypercardioid polar pattern provides a tight pickup area at the front of the capsule for isolation and feedback control, and it is equipped with a VLM (Very Low Mass) diaphragm for natural, accurate sound reproduction. Ambiance and noise at the off-axis sections of the microphone are greatly reduced, resulting in high signal-to-noise ratio.

Ideal for Stage, Studio & Broadcast    For Drums & Percussion    For Saxophone & Brass    For Guitar & Bass Cabinets    Hypercardioid Condenser    Dynamic Element    68 Hz to 18 kHz Frequency Range    Enhanced Mid-Bass Frequencies    >144 dB Maximum SPL Rating    3x D-Vice Rim-Mount Clamps

The hypercardioid polar pattern is effective in eliminating noise and ambiance at the off-axis sections of the microphone

The D2 features a frequency response of 68 Hz to 18 kHz. A mid-bass bump accentuates the tonal response of floor toms, congas, and more

The D2 can accurately handle signals with sound pressure levels registering at 144 dB. Transient peaks are reproduced without distortion due to overload

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. I own the Audio-Technica ATH-M50x, which I use for film production location sound. I'm looking for a more compact alternative that will take less space in my camera bag. Are the Sony MDR-7506 a good option in that regard?

A: Yes, the Sony MDR-7506 Headphones (BH #SOMDR7506 • MFR #MDR-7506) are a great option for monitoring location sound, with 40mm drive units that can accurately capture a wide dynamic range. They are also easily foldable and should definitely take up less space in your bag than the Audio-Technica ATH-M50x's.

Q: 2. It works with Sony NW-A105 Walkman Digital Audio Player ??

A: Yes these will work with any device with a headphone output.

Q: 3. I'm told that since these are 63 Ohm impedance, they require a fair amount of power to work properly. In other words, I was told to expect poor results from an iPad or iPhone. Is that correct?

A: These reference headphone are considered high impedance but will work with a mobile device, such as an iPhone or iPad. A portable headphone amplifier, such as the FiiO A1 Portable Headphone Amp (Black), BH #FIA1BK can be used to boost the signal.

Q: 4. Can each port be configured to be a single universe so port 1 is universe 1, port 2 is universe 2, etc? Or are all ports the same universe?

A: Yes you can configure it that way

Q: 5. can this be used live with a cab and poweramp?

A: The Mark Studio 2 plugin has been designed to faithfully simulate the sound of Markbass amplification in any DAW application or live situation with a cabinet and power amplifier.No matter what kind of bass you use, the Mark Studio 2 plugin will always give you a very musical array of bass sound choices. It's an indispensable tool to anyone who records on a computer and wants to improve the sound of the bass either during or after recording.

Q: 6. Is the coiled cable replaceable? Does it detach from the headphones?

A: The cable for the Sony MDR-7506 headphones is not detachable.

Q: 7. Is there any difference between Sony's MDR-7506 and MDR-V6, other than the plugs? Is there any subtle sound difference?

A: MDR-V6 has Frequency Response: 5 Hz – 30 kHz and will give you a more detailed sound. Unfortunately, they were discontinued. MDR-7506 has Frequency Response: 10Hz – 20 kHz.

Q: 8. Does it have a straight or angled Plug ?

A: The Kensington Hi-Fi Headphones (BH # KEK33137) features a straight, 3.5mm mini connector.

Q: 9. I saw some Sony headphones advertised as Hi-Res audio capable. Are these headphones capable of that?

A: In a word, no. They are not rated to exceed 20kHz in their upper frequency response. That doesn't mean they can't reproduce these frequencies in some capacity, it means they are not flat (however that is being measured) past 20kHz. In fact, these headphones have a significant drop off past 15Khz, but that does not equate to a more muffled or low-fi type of sound. You'd have to hear the difference between these and something like a Beyerdynamic DT880 to know what I mean. There is no loss of fidelity, but they are not rated up to 25 or 30kHz, which I would consider the minimum to be Hi-Res capable.I'm answering this in case it helps someone else out.

Q: 10. My MDR-7506 stopped sending sound to the right ear, the left ear also started showing copper(?) in the wire. Where can I have my headphones serviced? I live in the Philippines but, bought my MDR-7506 here at B&H.

A: Hi Hans, we are only able to provide assistance for customers in North America. If you are outside of North America, we highly recommend visiting our Sony Global Web site for information on contacting the Sony Support Center in your region at a href= http://www.sony.net/SonyInfo/Support/. target= _blank http://www.sony.net/SonyInfo/Support/./a -Anthony