KRK KNS 8400 Studio Reference Headphones

Product Information

Though its performance is better than other same range headphones, I don’t strongly recommend this headphone for solely mixing purposes.

But keep a cheap pair of stereo speakers to listen to the final audio, because in the end, it is going to be played in cheap speakers. What About Monitoring? So, if you ask me is KRK KNS 6402 ideal for mixing? Then I would say, yes if you use it with a good pair of studio monitors. The KRK 8402 is very much the successor to the 8400 with the same great clarity and detail of the previous generation. One needs to understand that KRK tunes their headphones to mimic the sound of their studio monitors and certainly do not sound like the typical audiophile headphones. If you’re looking for a very warm and balanced sounding pair of headphones, the KRK 8402 are probably not going to work for you. Headphones help you to listen to subtle differences in the audio which is very important for mixing. KRK KNS 6402 has a wide frequency range that lets you listen to these subtle frequencies. The KRK KNS 8402 delivers a compact sound that comes across as distinctly compressed. The overall sound was not very brilliant and seemed rather warm. A certain rumble in the bass was undeniable. This deprives them of the possibility for defined bass reproduction in the bass range.

Material and construction

Soft carrying case embossed with the KRK logo for travelling engineers, or storage when not in use.

I know you are wondering that is it suitable for mixing? The company is marketing it as a mixing headphone. But, is it really good in mixing? These incredibly affordable headphones are very comfortable and lightweight, making them a great option for long mixing sessions or even portable studio setups. Home Recording is the best way to work on your music! Here's our complete home recording equipment guide. When comparing most audiophile headphones to the studio monitors I find that they are a bit more forgiving, but there’s no question that the 8402 magnify any issues present in a recording. If the midrange and upper midrange are slightly elevated in the mix — you will hear it without exception. But please don’t misunderstand: The KNS 8402 can deliver a lot of what you want from headphones for editing, mixing and content creation, right down to ultra-low sub-bass. The midrange, for example, ensures great speech intelligibility. Accordingly, voices and vocals are easy to hear with these headphones, even in productions with dense frequencies. The same applies to guitars. However, there is a sibilance in the high frequencies that adds significant sharpness to the signal. This applies to spoken and sung S-sounds or, for example, hi-hat sounds. Even well-balanced pieces of music are affected by this at high volumes.

We try and find the best mic for guitar amp recording looking at options from the likes of Shure, sE Electronics and more... A perfect option for those who need some headphone for mixing audio sources that won't break the bank. Utilizing the latest in acoustic foam technology ensures class leading performance in both reproduction and isolation.

Comfortable, great-sounding and extremely hardwearing, these are some of the best headphones for mixing in the studio, recording and some of the best headphones for DJ's too! The one common obstacle that occurs when recording and mixing with headphones is discomfort because you have to wear them on your ears. Producers always complain that they can’t work for long hours with headphones. This headphone has 122dB peak SPL without any significant distortion with sensitivity(1mw) of 95dB. The company highlights this feature because most of the same range headphones do not have that high SPL. Noise isolation A wide frequency range of 15 Hz – 27 kHz makes them a great option for an array of different musical genres whilst the velour earpads and premium padded ear pads make sure you’re comfortable at all times, even after hours of mixing. When you're looking for the best mixing headphones that will give you a wider, more airy sound, these need to be considered. When you are mixing with headphones, external as well as internal noise cancellation is very important otherwise you cannot mix preciously.To minimize the outside noise and make it wear comfortably, KRK KNS 6402 has Acoustic Cellular Foam. It works great outside. The answer varies according to your needs and expectations. If you want industry-standard quality then I would always suggest you hire a mastering studio.

A memory phone headband and ear cushions provides maximum comfort for those long studio sessions. The comfort and sound on offer also makes them a brilliant companion for when you're on the move. Ideal just about any scenario! The sound canceling level of KRK KNS 6402 headphone is up to 26 dBA. So yes, you can use this headphone for monitoring purpose. Pro and Cons of KRK KNS 6402 Studio Headphone

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But it would be satisfied with 90-95% quality standard then you can do it in your home studio with the help of a good audio interface, a good mastering software like iZotope Ozone, and a good pair of studio monitors and headphones. We think these are a contender for best mixing headphones as they feature neodymium dynamic drivers - which are renowned for producing clear, unaltered sound - you'll hear everything you're supposed to. The Shure SRH940 Professional Reference Headphones are some of the best mixing and monitor headphones – the clue is in the name! These studio reference headphones are from the same people who are responsible for two of the most widely used microphones in the world – the Shure SM-58 and SM-57 so you know that you’re in safe hands with these! Here are some of the best studio monitors for DJs - get the perfect sound in the studio with these essential DJ Monitors. If you are in need of an affordable solution to your Studio Monitor setup to mix late at night or on the road, the KNS Series headphones represent superb value for money. If you are a fan of the trademark 'KRK' monitor sound, you won't be disappointed. Whether you are a vocallist, recording engineer or DJ, KNS Series deliver crystal clear audio for any application. Key Features: