Best Bass Headphones? Sony XB950BT Review! 

I like how people buy the product first, then watch the Reviews.

Original comment (Sometime in 2016 IDK): Watching this vid with these headphones. Edit (10/06/2020): For anyone inquiring me about these headphones. If you want a whole lot of bass that sacrifices the overall clarity of the sound signature, go with the XB950BT's. If you want a very well rounded pair of headphones, get the Sony WH-XB900N's, the highs are great, the mids are nice and warm, and the bass is smooth. Overall, for a hundred bucks, the XB950BT's are a solid pair of headphones. I'd seriously save up 150 more dollars and get the WH-XB900N's because they're just so much more better than this headset. And yes, both headsets great pretty dang loud. Also, I'm still very into audio. I've gotten more into the car audio side of audiophile setups, just installed some Pioneer TS-Z65CH Speakers in my car along with 2 Poweracoustik BAMF 12's. The whole system is running off of 2 Rockville RXM-T2 amps, so it's pushing about 1200 watts to the subs and about 600 for all 4 sets of component speakers I have in the car. It sucks that car audio isn't always an option for people, so the closest thing you can get to being totally submerged in your music is headphones. I seriously recommend the WH-XB900N's for anyone looking for a relatively inexpensive pair of damn near audiophile headphones.

These put Beats to shame. Just, don't even consider any other headphones compared to these. I got the wired version for $93 and I feel like every single penny is worth it! If you want base, even the wired ones bring a living crap tone of it. And the rest of the audio is on point, nothing sounds scratchy or annoying. Very easy to listen to and to get into the beat! 5/5 on a review, would definitely recommend it!

Is it wierd if i say his voice is relaxing?

5 years after watching this video and purchasing I still rock my 950bt's at this very moment. Still sound great and no issues other than wear on the earcup leather. Can buy replacements for 15 on ebay though. I've loved these for years.

Who the heck names these headphones!?!?

If you're curious how these work while working out, I'm here to tell you these are amazing. The controls on the earcups are super handy, you'll be able to fast forward songs just by sliding and holding the switch, the sound quality is top notch and very loud, and they block out all exterior noise. They're also very sweat and water resistant and very durable, you don't need case for these. I usually just throw them in my gym bag. The battery is amazing, it feels like it lasts forever lol and it charges very quickly. My only complaints are that sony didn't throw in a carrying case (but from my experiences you don't really need one), the earcups do get a little hot when doing heavy hypertrophy-like movements, they sometimes will slide off the back of your head when you're on a flat or incline bench, and they look kind of funny on your head lol. Other then that though, these are the best headphones for bass lovers who enjoy working out to rap, hip-hop, EDM, or any other heavy bass music genera. 9.5-10

Your review really influenced my decision as to what pair of headphones to buy. They sound great. Thanks!

Never seen you man, but this review was amazing. Your voice is so smooth and calm. Subbed man... respect

I know this is an old review but I LOVED these headphones. I got them for $90 at Best Buy a few years ago. Sad to say that a couple years later (maybe less), they snapped and came apart. The folding mechanism was just not very sturdy. I would love to find what the best successors to these headphones are in a similar price range! I miss these things dearly.

I just got these today about 2 hrs ago

BASS FREAKING BOOST i died when he said that

I have these they are the most comfortable and nicest sounding headphones I have ever used

This thing is a beast..! Got it today (25/10/2016)it's an absolute rocker..! For 130$ in an local Sony center..! Now coming on to that badass BASS BOOST button, oh my freakin God..!! It's a bass heads dream..!! Go for it guys.!

People, it took me time until i realized it isn't a dream. They are 88$ on amazon. Again. And no, it isn't Black Friday now.

Thank you, I was missing your headphone reviews! Great job on this one!

Dude u need alot more subs, u should have at least as much MKBHD, because your videos are quality, simple , and just overall great

Just got these 3 days ago, Amazing sound!!!

I came back to this video as this channel has introduced me to Sony's XB lineup. I remember falling in love with these headphones so much at first sight. And to this day they probably were the most favorite headphones I have ever owned ...for about 3 months when one of the folding hinges broke apart. I was super sad because to this day those were the most expensive headphones I or someone else bought for me. To this day I owned 4 Xtra Bass Products, the XB950BTs (RIP), the XB-20 Bluetooth Speakers (which after 5 years I still use to this day) the XB-900N (which also broke after a year) and now I have an order ready for pickup on the XB-910Ns

Ive used mine for 2 years mowing, shoveling snow, walking to work, in and out of bag and house. Never an issue. Lots of hip hop to play on Spotify.

Under 301+ club! Even tho it's dead! RIP!

Black Friday today..Yall can get them at Walmart and Best Buy for 89.99 USD and they come in black, red, silver, and blue (colors)

Update, it's $90 at best buy for Black Friday.

Great video and review. I appreciate the designers having the little pause-play-next-previous control input be a toggle instead of the standard button or a touchpad.

I have these and let's just say, the bass boost button does it's damn job. Holy shit is everyone's first reaction. Incredible job Sony.

Great work on video and you just nailed it ...! I will buy them....amazing

Does anyone like it better when headphones have a name like "beats solo" for example instead of TZX750Q

If battery dies can you use the wire to use headphone? cuz beats studios u cant even use wired without charging

Great vid and review! About 2 years ago my older sister got to go to Best Buy and pick out a pair of headphones for her B-Day. She picked these ones and she had the same color as you. Black and Red. I really didn't care about them until about 5 or 6 months later when we went on a camping trip. She was listening to her music and she had the Bass Boost on. She had the volume turned up REALLY high. I coul hear them shaking from across the fire. I walked over and talked to her. She couldn't hear me so she took the headphones off and put them on my ears. I loved them and I wanted to get a pair of bluetooth headphones for my B-Day. I didn't want these specific ones because they would be too expensive. I got bluetooth headphones for B-Day, and they were these! I got the blue ones. I was so happy because my sister told all my Aunts and Uncles about these, so they each gave some money to buy them. It was good because I also got an iPod the same year. :)

Just got these for $89 at Best Buy and I'm absolutely in love with them. I also got a little amp so that when I play a game on something like 3DS, Wii U, XBox One, etc, I can still get that loud sound you get when the device is powered on.

I love these my favorite headphones. the only problem is that the swivel breaks very easily

I just ordered these!!

I have a bass booster already on my phone and I am planning to get these headphones. I'm just curious if I were to turn on the bass boost on the headphones and my phone at the same time would that break anything?

Got these on holiday in the States for about $130, and the Base is a little offsetting in non-base heavy songs at first... still amazing headphones, and the Base boost shall be tested as soon as I've charged it ^^ Thanks for the video!!

I bought these when I saw this video. I probably haven’t used them since 2017…. And I just found them today… turned them on… AND THEY STILL HAD BATTERY. Still love the sound quality

Yo, what was the name of that track in the background?

Plz plz tell me which are better crushers or these i just ordered the skullcandy crushers off of amazon and they don't get here til 5 days and im regretting it if i made a bad decision because i absolutely love bassy headphones.

they could be a bit louder, they've definitely good sound and bass quality! but the volume like I said could be a bit louder.. still great phones I still use them =)

Your voice and your patience are remarkable. I can understand everything you are reviewing about this product. You should do commercials, I love the music too. I bought Beats2 and Sony MDR-XB950BT for myself for Christmas,couldn't decide which i wanted. I am just debating which I want, I just opened the Sony's after your review. Hope i'm not disappointed. I may keep both. I like the stand you have with yours in your video. Keep up the great videos, and I will keep watching. Thank You!

Saw them on sale at Best Buy for $129.99 walked in today and they were further discounted to $99.99. Bought them and I'm so loving em!!

great review. And for anybody not satisfied with the sound quality, try a 3rd party equalizer. These work really well with Viper4Android on my rooted note 3. The bass can be taken to insane levels, and the sound quality drop in bass boost could be cleared up well with the clarity toggle

I'm really skeptical about buying these headphones, I see a lot of people comparing them to beats and beats are absolute garbage in terms of sound.

Are these better than the skullcandy crushers?

5 years later I still love these...

Still have these headphones, going 2 years strong, I got no complaints.

If you use the cord, will you still have to charge it?

Should i get these in red or black? can't decide

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Just got these today after listening to several while my son was shopping for headphones. Love them.

With that forward and back switch, not only can you skip back and forth on music, you can switch between videos in RU-vid video playlists.

SONY >> BEATS TRASH

Does anyone use these and know if their good for gaming?

I use my pair 12 hours a day and they never get uncomfortable

2023 picked up a pair for $9 at Thrift Store. These are absolutely awesome. Better than my new headphones.

Your reviews are very professional and visually pleasing. Looks like you put a lot of work in your videos. Keep it up!!

Still worth in 2019?

I know people who are like "Beats By Dre are the best." LOL!

I think they are great, but these earcups are BIG, kinda looks silly haha

I got these 2 years ago for Christmas and I REALLY LOVED USING THEM. Then I broke one of the swivel joints so I had a loose ear cup. One more thing I didn't like was how hard it was to put the pads back on if they fell off and there aren't replacement 3.5mm audio jack cable that you can find unless you had headphones with so little space for the audio cable. I lost the cable twice and by the time I found it the second time, I had destroyed the headphones. Don't worry about breaking them unless you throw them around and don't treat them nicely

Just got some on marketplace for 20 bucks and man do these sound great! The bass is really good and doesnt compromise on sound too much

Dude just picked these up from target out the blue for $69

i got them today at best buy for 98 dollars

I got these headphones for 30$, mint w/box

ive had these for over a year ...and i watched e3 with them....best choice i ever made...and e3 sounded awesome

I ordered the xb950b1 yesterday! Cant wait for them to come next week!

bruh £200, now it's £59. I'm saving a lot

Yo it looks like we got drake fan 2:50 😒😖

Crispier than a potato chip...

I used them on the plane, wore it for 5 hours flight to New York. Some headphones are irretating but this one damn I love the feeling.

i just got em ,, and they are aweseom after lil burnin ,, battery last for 18 to 20 hours,, i am very happy with these base cans .. .

They break so easily.... The hinges on the sides crack and snap. Plastic hinges is a no no.

He listening to drake-back to back😂

129$ at Best Buy and they sound as good as 300$ Beats .

hey today on 5/11/2016 i bought this sony XB950BT for $158, and you know what it feel my many has not gone wast... totally worth it... THANKS SONY ....

I wanted to use a Sony headset for my games because video game headsets can all sound the same and since it also carries the headset jack also, I’m super stoked to try it. Thanks for being super clear about this headset and it’s properties UrAvgConsumer!

my friend got a pair on Amazon for 88. lolwut

these are the best headphones I've ever bought I got them during the black Friday sale. Even without the bass boost the sound is insanely awesome.

Had these since Xmas, still better than anything I have tried, better than beats for sure

I rarely subscribe to channels but you did such a great job on this video I liked and subbed immediately. It was short, to the point, and it was an honest opinion. Great work and keep it up. Very helpful.

I'm very tempted to get a pair of these. I have the cabled version and i'm very impressed with them...

Thanks for your advice on these headphones I got them yesterday and they are the best thing I ever heard in my life. THE BASS!! I WILL MARRY THAT BASS!! I tagged on Instagram to show you me rocking them. Your reviews are lit.

I was at Best Buy tonight and tried these headphones out. No question these are on the hit list. The bass and overall sound quality blew me away.

Got a set of these for over a year and they're Awesome!!! Great BASS, with wireless freedom and earpads which lasts; and they're cheap. I'm buying another set soon ... in May, when the new model, XB950N1, is ready for sale. It has all the said good qualities + Noise-cancelling. I'm hyped!

OK, funny story. I decided on buying these headphones over the Skull Candy Crusher wireless yesterday, walked into my local Argos (UK store) with £100 in my pocket, paid for the item, looked at the box which read 'Sony MDR-XB950B1', looked at the receipt which read 'Sony MDR-XB950TB' and swiftly walked out the store. They sold me the upgraded model for the price of these headphones! The 'MDR-XB950B1' model costs £170, their mistake not mine. The Clear Bass Boost feature via the app is really awesome.

Just received these after purchasing them on eBay for $65. Sound is ridiculous an bass is amazing. Great review.

5 years from now and it's still doing great

Just got them off ebay for 35$ So satisfied. Nevrr used bt headphones before and these don't really hurt my ears after extended use unless extra bass is activated for a prolonged period of time.

I love these..my friends notice when I have it 100% maximized on volume its quite loud..but I dont even care. Espically when working out (weightlifting) these are awesome. Using wired headphones are not good because they can get caught when working out. These also dont fall off.

Just bought a pair in the UK for £75.00 looking forward to them arriving tomorrow from Amazon. Great revue thanks.

I just got mine this afternoon and I'll have to say, they feel very premium compared to anything else I've ever owned

These are nice, comfortable, lightweight, and sound great! I can fall asleep with these on and wake up with little to no sore ear (probably just due to sensitive ears though) would really recommend to any bass or audio lover!

Just got a pair Yesterday , this review really helped me and those headphones are dope! Your videos are awesome and I am always watching TLD vids,thanks 👌

I bought one of these back in 2014 for $220. Yeah, expensive but totally worth it. It's over my head right now as I'm typing and I used it almost every single day actively. I even take these to the gym. Hands down, the best pair of headphone I've ever had so far. The only thing that is kinda torn are the cushions and needs a little bit repair.

Tryed it with bass boost at a store...with "The Hills" by the Weeknd... when the beat dropped...my head exploded

Getting this free with the Xperia XZ, thought they'd just be a cheap set of headphones free with the phone but now I can't wait to get these as much as I can't wait for the phone!

I watched this video and heard it through these headphones. They are amazing comfortable and probably the best headphone you could buy.

Listening on the 950BTs that I just got for $90 on Amazon. I love them. I wish Judner would release an update. You don't need bass boost but when listening to bass heavy music, it can make the music more fun, especially at the gym. I wish people would stop comparing these to ATH M50Xs though. They're for totally different people and tastes.

I got those today and man they are AWESOME!!! They will make your ears bleed from that insane Bass! You guys need to get them!

Quality review man. More channels need to be like this guy.

Hello! I heard so many negative comments about this’s hinge that it breaks easy, And I personally think that build quality is not that okay for this price range. But Overall it sounds very nice and will rattle your ears with bass boost! Thanks hopefully you see my message. nice video by the way