Behringer HPM1000-BK Multi-Purpose Headphones

Every once in a while, I come across an item that, for my purposes, far exceeds even the bare minimum of expectation I could have. The Model HPM1000 Behringer Headphones are one such item. Prior to purchase, I researched numerous other brands and models.. ultimately choosing to gamble on these essentially out of sheer curiosity. And I am so glad I did! The feel of these headphones suit me well and I found them to be instantly comfortable. I noted the 3.5mm end and screw on 1/4" adapter were heavy to the feel and of a good build quality. Overall sound was above par (not perfect but heck for the price point, far better then most in-ear bullet type and on ear types for sure) Bottom line: For under $12 bucks (US) you absolutely cannot go wrong with these headphones for normal everyday use. If you are looking for super bass response or ultra high fidelity, then these are definitely not the way to go, but if like me, you just need some good monitor headphones for your mix board or something to plug in to your tablet to listen to music or a movie, at this price point you are assured a good deal - and after all, that is essentially what we all want... a good deal! And while not what I would call super high fidelity sound quality, the frequency response is "good" - bass is good, treble is good... no rumble etc. Overall build quality is also "good" - again, we are talking about a mass produced item primarily made of plastic and its incredible how good it feels and sounds right out of the box. I am confident in saying that at just $12 bucks you are going to have a really tough time finding anything better than these headphones. I'm glad I purchased them. And you will be too!

I kept looking at these and feeling like their price and age on the market surely means they aren't that great.. and while they are feature poor at their core, these monitor headphones are the best price to performance buy I have ever made for headphones. I use(d) ATH-M20x's, and while those are great - I wish I had known how truly nice these really were first. I cannot say enough of my surprise, sitting down and trying them with a huge dose of skepticism. The more I listened the more impressed I was, and the more surprised I was that these were only $12. Any audiophile in a studio setting where every - high dollar - monitoring ability matter...these won't be for you. But to a small music producer on a budget, or video editor, or quiet night music listener, and so on...These are a great find. Audio is subjective, and everyone hears things a little differently. In my opinion these capture a huge range of raw audio and deliver it back to my ears perfectly by my standards. -They are super light and comfortable -They don't offer great audio reproduction -They have a 3.5 to 1/4 inch adapter No built in on ear controls. I highly recommend.

Good budget headphones with some trade-offs I picked up the Behringer HPM1000 headphones mainly as a backup pair for casual listening and for when I don’t want to risk my more expensive set. For the price, they do a respectable job. The sound quality is surprisingly decent for budget headphones — clear mids and highs, with bass that is present but not especially deep or powerful. They’re perfectly fine for podcasts, streaming, or light music listening, but probably not for audiophiles or heavy bass fans. Comfort is okay but not outstanding. The earcups are padded, though they feel a little stiff and can get warm after longer sessions. The headband has some cushioning, but after a couple of hours you definitely notice the pressure. Build quality is what you’d expect at this price point — lightweight plastic that feels a bit fragile, but functional if handled with care. Things to keep in mind: the cable is non-detachable and fairly long, which can be a pro or con depending on your setup. They also don’t isolate sound very well, so they’re best used in a quiet environment. Bottom line: If you want a low-cost pair of headphones for everyday use or as a spare, the HPM1000 delivers decent sound for the money. Just don’t expect premium comfort or durability.

Update 27 Aug 2021 (see below for my original review): It's been over 2 years now of daily use around the house and I'm still extremely happy with the Behringer HPM1000 headphones - so much so that I put them on today and thought I ought to update this review. I see that the price has gone up, (currently $38 vs $13 when I bought them), and I'm honestly not surprised, I think they were a steal at the price I paid. I'm not an audiophile, but I enjoy making and listening to music and spoken word. I don't know what other headphones are available for $40, there may be better options, but I don't care. I'm happy with these, and you'll probably be happy with them too if you decide to buy. Also, since I didn't mention it in my original review, these are very comfortable for me. I wear them for hours at a time with no pain or discomfort. My only complaint is that my ears can get a bit warm and moist after several hours, but I just give them a break and let them air out for a few minutes and then I'm good for another round. Original review: I paid about $13 for these, and have no regrets. I've been using them daily at home for over a year now and they still look brand new. Read some of the other reviews and understand the meaning of "studio headphones" in terms of sound response, they have a fairly flat response unlike most headphones meant for music listening. That said, I listen to music with them unequalized almost daily and it honestly sounds fine to me, much better than in-ear buds that cost twice as much as these. In terms of durability, I treat mine pretty well, but have accidentally yanked on the cable/dropped them a few times and had no problems. They seem well-built for the price. I wouldn't hesitate to buy another pair if needed.

Das BEHRINGER nicht mehr das ist, was es war bevor man die Produktion nach China verlegte, wissen die in der Branche alle. Ich habe seit 37 Jahren ein Studio und etliche Geräte von BEHRINGER (made in Germany). Lange gab es nichts Neues. Nun bin ich durch meine Tochter auf einen Kopfhörer aufmerksam geworden, der mich im wahrsten Sinne des Wortes "aufhören" ließ. Zwar in China produziert, aber kompakt, mit hinreichend gutem Klang und mit einem Highlight: Der 6,3 mm Adapter ist schraubbar......... Haste keine Worte mehr. Einfach genial. Auch das Kabel ist nicht so dünn, wie bei anderen Kopfhörern. Der Frequenzgang hat einen ordentlichen Umfang. Solide Ausführung, guter Klang. komfortabler Sitz auf dem Kopf (habe das Teil oft 3-4 Stunden auf). Das Ding ist seinen Preis wert! Gut - einfach gut und preiswert.

Very poor sound. I know you get what you pay for, but I needed a quick replacement set until my main set arrived and I found them unusable. The echo, crackle and poor clarity was very disappointing from a brand I have used many times with no complaints.

I might not have to give 5 Star cause there might be better options out there.. but you have to pay a lot there.. here this one is good value for money I'm totally happy

These are good quality headphones. I had originally purchased these for myself; however, I ended up giving them to my Husband. He likes them very much. I like them as well since he is able to listen to his music while I play mine on the piano. Perhaps he is also happy that he doesn't have to listen to me playing the piano. lol

Esse fone da Behringer possui uma construção simples, porém bastante confortável, ele não aperta muito a cabeça por ter um arco mais altivo e menos curvado. Seu fio não é muito curto, porém também não é longo, possui basicamente um metro e mais vinte centímetros de comprimento sendo perfeito para quem usa no computador assim não deixando o fio caído no chão, evitando tropeços e a rodinha da minha cadeira de escritório passando por cima do cabo. O fio é grosso o suficiente para não se arrebentar facilmente em seu uso. O arco do fone é acolchoado com couro sintético contendo espuma no seu enchimento. As almofadas no inicio me deu falta de acomodo, pois é revestidas por um pano sintético. Agora falando da sua qualidade de áudio, que por se sinal não deixa a desejar, ainda mais no brasil onde pagamos tão caro por equipamentos de tecnologia e eletrônicos buscando pelo ideal de custo mais beneficio em sua aquisição. O áudio desse aparelho é bem nítido nos seus pequenos detalhes, o som é bem alto, mostrando destaque para os graves e deixando para atrás um pouco da qualidade do agudo que não é tão visivelmente atraente nesse Headphone. Para músicas é um som agradável e suave de escutar, excelente para televisão, filmes e séries. Em jogos necessitava um pouco mais de profundidade, mas não deixa de fugir dos melhores aspectos sonoros.