Monoprice Monolith 116050
Monoprice
39 Overall Score
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Beyerdynamic Aventho 1001609
Beyerdynamic
85 Overall Score
What Buyers Say
Monoprice Monolith 116050
78 out of 100 low confidence 7 reviews
The Monolith M1060 planar magnetic headphones deliver a rich, full sound with excellent bass and clear mids, though the treble can be recessed and the soundstage depth is shallow. Build quality is generally solid with metal and wood construction, but several users report issues with the headband, ear pads, and connectivity, and customer support responsiveness has been inconsistent. They are heavy and require a good amplifier, but for modders and those seeking a non-fatiguing sound, they offer great value.
Pros
- Rich and full sound
- Excellent bass and clear mids
- Solid metal and wood build
- Great for poorly recorded music
- Non-fatiguing sound signature
Cons
- Recessed treble
- Shallow soundstage depth
- Heavy and bulky design
- Headband and pad issues
- Inconsistent customer support
Sound quality 7
Build quality 6
Comfort 4
Customer support 3
Value for money 4
Amplifier requirement 2
Beyerdynamic Aventho 1001609
No customer feedback yet
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Specifications
| Monoprice Monolith 116050 | Beyerdynamic Aventho 1001609 | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | over-ear | on-ear |
| Open/Closed | open | closed |
| Foldable | — | ✓★ |
| Weight | 0.12 kg★ | 0.22 kg |
| Ear Cushion | faux leather | replaceable ear pads |
| Headband | padded | aluminum and durable textiles |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | planar magnetic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 106 mm★ | 45 mm |
| Drivers | — | 1★ |
| Freq Min | — | 20 Hz★ |
| Freq Max | — | 22 kHz★ |
| Impedance | 50 Ω | 48 Ω |
| Hi-Res Audio | — | ✓★ |
| Codecs | Monoprice Monolith M1060 Over Ear Planar Magnetic Headphones - Black/Wood With 106mm Driver, Open Back Design, Comfort Ear Pads For Studio/Professional | AAC, aptX, aptX Adaptive, aptX LL, SBC |
| Surround | Monoprice Monolith M1060 Over Ear Planar Magnetic Headphones - Black/Wood With 106mm Driver, Open Back Design, Comfort Ear Pads For Studio/Professional | Monoprice | 116050 | 116050 | Headphones | Bla | — |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | — | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | Adaptive |
| Transparency | — | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | — | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.4★ |
| Profiles | — | AVDTP 1.3, HFP 1.9, GAVDP 1.3, SPP 1.2, A2DP 1.4, AVRCP 1.6 |
| Multipoint | — | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | — | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | — | ✓★ |
| Range | — | 15 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 40 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 1.5 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 15 Minutes for 15 Hours |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Capacity | — | 630 mAh★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | — | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | — | 2★ |
| NC Mic | — | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | — | ✗ |
| Detachable Mic | — | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | Google Fast Pair |
| Touch Controls | — | ✗ |
| App | — | beyerdynamic app |
| Volume Limiting | — | ✗ |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✗ |
Pros & Cons
Monoprice Monolith 116050
- Strong sound (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong comfort (88th percentile)88th %ile
- Strong social proof (67th percentile)
- Below average connectivity (5th percentile)5th %ile
- Below average mic (16th percentile)16th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
- Below average build (35th percentile)
Beyerdynamic Aventho 1001609
- Strong sound (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong build (95th percentile)95th %ile
Verdict
Winner: Beyerdynamic Aventho 1001609
Scores 85 overall, wins 7 of 7 usage categories and 19 of 40 specs.