DJ Earphones

When you start shopping for earphones, you’ll find an overwhelming assortment of styles. It’s best to go into your shopping trip knowing ahead of time what function you want the earphones to fill. Each person will have his own preference—some like ear buds, others want headsets, even others want noise-cancelling devices.

You may want a pair that goes across the back of the head, others prefer the kind that goes over the top of the head. You’ll also consider portability. Think also, about what kind of sound you are looking for. DJ earphones have a different function than Dictaphone earphones.

In choosing the best dj headphones, you don’t go through the normal process of choosing just any headphone that fits your style and budget. Your standard in ear headphones just won’t cut it so forget about using those. In order to find the best dj headphones you would have to look for specific features that would satisfy your defined set of needs.

Features that make up the best dj headphones

Comfort – Whether you’re djing for work or for fun, there is no doubt that you will spend hours and hours wearing the headphone. There is no point in buying a pair if you can’t stand the weight or feel. You would also need to pay particular attention to the comfort level whenever you let your headphones hang on your neck. So make sure you buy one that comes with a head pad.

Durable – Don’t even think about investing in any of those cheap headphones. You don’t want your cans giving out on you while you’re in the middle of your gig. Your headphones will undergo immense torture – being yanked, beer splashes, and sweat are just some of the events your headphones will experience.

Closed-back – this term refers to the ear cups which ensures noise isolation. Don’t go for dj headphones with open casings around the ear pieces since noise isolation may suffer and will push you to turn your volume up which could end up doing damage to your ears.

Volume – Make sure that headphones are loud enough to handle clubs and parties.

1/4″ jack – iPod plugs have a 1/8″ jack and that is not what you will be needing. A 1/4″ jack is more common in dj mixers. Luckily, you can find converters. Some dj headphones also includes the 1/4 inch adapter which we believe is a better option.