Sony MDR-7506
Anker Soundcore Space D1402
What Buyers Say
Sony MDR-7506
The Sony MDR-7506 headphones are widely praised for their clear, balanced sound and comfortable fit, making them a top choice for studio monitoring and casual listening. Users highlight the detailed treble, tight bass, and neutral sound signature, though some note the ear pads feel cheap and the coiled cable is excessively long. Overall, they are considered excellent value for money, with many reviewers preferring them over competitors like the Audio-Technica ATH-M50.
Pros
- Clear and balanced sound
- Comfortable for long sessions
- Excellent value for money
- Detailed treble and tight bass
- Lightweight and foldable design
Cons
- Cheap-feeling ear pads
- Excessively long coiled cable
- Non-detachable cable
- Slightly uncomfortable headband
- Narrow soundstage
Anker Soundcore Space D1402
The Soundcore Space 2 headphones have impressed users with their exceptional comfort, long battery life, and strong noise cancellation for the price. While the default sound profile may need EQ tweaking via the app, the overall audio quality, build, and features like multipoint and LDAC make them a great value. Minor drawbacks include warmth during long sessions and a lack of water resistance.
Pros
- Exceptional comfort
- Long battery life
- Strong noise cancellation
- Great value for price
- Customizable EQ via app
Cons
- Default sound profile needs EQ
- Gets warm during long sessions
- No water resistance
- 3D audio mode gimmicky
Scores
Specifications
| Sony MDR-7506 | Anker Soundcore Space D1402 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | Over-Ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.23 kg★ | 0.26 kg |
| Ear Cushion | synthetic leather | protein leather |
| Headband | — | memory foam with a soft leather finish |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | 10 Hz★ | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 63 Ω | — |
| Sensitivity | 106 dB★ | — |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Codecs | sound_isolation, Retractable, Media Control, touch, Wired, Over Ear, dynamic_driver | SBC, AAC, LDAC |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 6.0 |
| Profiles | — | A2DP, AVRCP, HFP |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Cable Length | 2.990000009536743 m | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 50 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 5 min for 4 hours playback |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | 10★ | 3 |
| NC Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Siri |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | — | Soundcore |
| Water Resistance | — | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
Sony MDR-7506
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong comfort (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong sound (76th percentile)
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
- Below average build (33rd percentile)
Anker Soundcore Space D1402
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong sound (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong build (90th percentile)90th %ile
Pricing
Verdict
Scores 84 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 11 of 37 specs.
