Real picks from real engineers & musicians at Music Bliss Malaysia.

Whether you're mixing in your home studio, producing beats, tracking vocals, or reviewing your final master — choosing the right studio headphones is crucial. In 2026, we’ve tested and compared the most trusted models from Beyerdynamic, Sennheiser, Audio-Technica, Shure, Warm Audio and Steven Slate Audio.

Here’s our updated list of the best studio headphones you can buy in Malaysia this year — neutral, practical, but with strong references to “Made in Germany” craftsmanship where it matters.

1. Best Overall (High-End)
2. Best for Professional Mixing
3. Best for Detail & Accuracy
4. Best Under RM1,000
5. Best for Durability
6. Best for Budget-Friendly
7. Most Innovative
8. Interesting Newcomer
9. Honourable Mentions

Beyerdynamic DT 1990 PRO MKII Open-back Professional Headphones – Made in Germany

If you want reference-grade clarity, wide soundstage, and a build that lasts 10–15 years, the DT 1990 MKII remains the gold standard. The new MKII refinement brings improved velour pads, better tuning options, and more precise high-frequency response.

Why it wins:

* Exceptional accuracy for professional mixing and mastering
* Replaceable components (headband, pads, cable)
* Legendary build quality from Germany
* Consistent performance across decades of professional use

Alternative (Closed-back):

* Beyerdynamic DT 1770 Pro
* For vocal tracking, EDM producers, and broadcast users needing isolation.

Beyerdynamic DT 900 Pro X Open-back Studio Mixing Headphones

Tuned for modern producers, the PRO X series offers a spacious stereo image, balanced mids, and high comfort for long sessions.

Why engineers love it:

• New STELLAR.45 driver = high resolution at any output level
• Works with laptops, interfaces, and mobile devices
• Brilliant for sound design & critical listening

Beyerdynamic DT 700 Pro X Closed-back Studio Mixing Headphones

If you need isolation without losing detail, this is the modern standard.

Perfect for:

• Vocalists
• Producers working in untreated rooms
• Podcasters & content creators

Why engineers love it:

• New STELLAR.45 driver = high resolution at any output level
• Works with laptops, interfaces, and mobile devices
• Brilliant for sound design & critical listening

Beyerdynamic DT 770 PRO 80 Ohm Over-Ear Studio Headphones

The DT770 is Malaysia’s favourite studio headphone for a reason — ultra-comfortable, extremely reliable, and great isolation.

Which impedance to choose?

• 32 Ohm – laptops, mobile devices
• 80 Ohm – best for tracking, balanced low end (most recommended)
• 250 Ohm – high-end interfaces & studio amps

Why it's unbeatable:

• Long lifespan
• Widely used in studios worldwide and studios in Malaysia
• Excellent soundstage for a closed-back design

Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro X Studio Headphones

The DT990 series has decades of credibility. If you want something that will survive daily studio abuse, this is it.

Ideal for:

• Mixing engineers
• Reference listening
• Long sessions

Sennheiser HD 280 Pro and PreSonus HD9

A classic budget choice for simple tracking sessions.

Why we include it:

• Good isolation
• Affordable
• Ideal for recording rooms with multiple musicians

Steven Slate Audio VSX Modeling Headphones - Essentials Edition

This is the “future tech” headphone: modelling entire studio rooms inside a single pair of headphones.

Why engineers buy this:

• Simulates world-class studio environments
• Built-in room correction
• Portable mixing reference system

Warm Audio WA-HR HeadRoom Closed-back Professional Studio Headphones

Warm Audio enters the headphone market with a surprisingly solid model.

Why it’s interesting:

• Vintage-inspired tuning
• Solid build
• Affordable alternative

Sony MDR-7506 Closed-Back Professional Headphones

Still popular, but the tuning is outdated and overly bright compared to modern options.

Good for nostalgia — but stronger studio options exist in 2026.

Audio Technica ATH-M50x Professional Monitor Headphone

The ATH-M50X remains one of the most trusted mid-range studio headphones worldwide — especially popular among producers, beat-makers, DJs, and home studios in Malaysia.

It delivers a slightly enhanced low-end with clear mids, making it engaging without being misleading — ideal for production, tracking, and casual mixing.

Why it’s a solid mid-range choice:

• Punchy, controlled bass (great for beats & modern music)

• Clear vocal presence

• Foldable, portable design

• Detachable cables (straight & coiled)

• Excellent value for money

Sennheiser HD 280 Pro Closed-back Studio and Live Monitoring Headphones

The HD 280 Pro is a long-standing studio staple, widely used for tracking, rehearsal rooms, and broadcast. It prioritises isolation and accuracy over excitement.

While not flashy, it remains extremely dependable — especially in multi-musician recording environments.

Why studios still use it:

• Strong passive noise isolation

• Neutral, no-nonsense sound

• Lightweight and comfortable

• Proven reliability over many years

Official Malaysia Distributor

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• Full warranty support
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