Aune SR7000 Thoughts?

[Antique_Musician]

I've been looking for a good closed back headphone option to use in an office environment that offers good isolation and comfort for long term use. I noticed Aune recently came out with the SR7000 and I haven't seen many opinions here probably because they are still very new. I've read a couple of reviews on the Head-Fi forums, but I've also read claims that Aune hires people to leave positive reviews (not saying this is true, just something I've seen in passing).

Curious to get some honest opinions here from anyone who has had a chance to try them. In the $500-600 price range, would you say they are one of the better closed back headphone options? I'm wondering how the SR7000 compares to something like the DCA Aeon Closed X or Focal Azurys which are in a similar price range.

 

[Ahmonge]

I am interested in a closed-back headphone in this price range, but the lack of frequency response measurements of this model is holding me back from buying it. Listening before purchase, as unfortunately often happens, is almost impossible in my city.

 

[Antique_Musician]

I am interested in a closed-back headphone in this price range, but the lack of frequency response measurements of this model is holding me back from buying it. Listening before purchase, as unfortunately often happens, is almost impossible in my city.

I’ve decided to order the SR7000 and am currently waiting for them to arrive. I’ll follow up as I haven’t found much here on them.

 

[sai]

I'll be testing one. If OP is still interested I'll post my measurement and impressions here, in a few weeks time give or take.

 

[ObjectiveSubjectivist]

I'll be testing one. If OP is still interested I'll post my measurement and impressions here, in a few weeks time give or take.

Oh yes you did. @Antique_Musician

Review of Aune SR7000: a closed-back that doesn’t sound like one

Cut from the same cloth? Intro: I previously reviewed Aune’s first over-ear headphone, the AR5000, which I found to be a strong entry into the market with its well-balanced tuning and solid o…

unheardlab.com

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sai.squig.link

Seems like a very good headphone. I'm not sure about bump around 200-80hz probably would need to EQ it down a bit, nevertheless solid headphone.

 

[sai]

Oh yes you did. @Antique_Musician

Review of Aune SR7000: a closed-back that doesn’t sound like one

Cut from the same cloth? Intro: I previously reviewed Aune’s first over-ear headphone, the AR5000, which I found to be a strong entry into the market with its well-balanced tuning and solid o…

unheardlab.com

squiglink - frequency response database by [email protected]

Compare hundreds of frequency response graphs between headphones and IEMs

sai.squig.link

Seems like a very good headphone. I'm not sure about bump around 200-80hz probably would need to EQ it down a bit, nevertheless solid headphone.

Thanks! Beat me to it haha.

Indeed, I think these are very competent in the current market, especially given its tuning approach. Personally, I don't perceive that much of a bumpo around the mid-bass and up likely due to the presence of minor leaks when actually worn on the head. The bass quantity is a bit north of neutral ie. dead flat, but I would never call it boomy or congested.

 

[ObjectiveSubjectivist]

I don't perceive that much of a bumpo around the mid-bass and up likely due to the presence of minor leaks when actually worn on the head.

Yes I wanted to add that. On my head which is on small (maybe even very small) side bass could be much lower because of the imperfect seal.

So for me it could be EQ'less headphone

ps. it's me "Serene guy" from head-fi

 

[sai]

Yes I wanted to add that. On my head which is on small (maybe even very small) side bass could be much lower because of the imperfect seal.

So for me it could be EQ'less headphone

ps. it's me "Serene guy" from head-fi

Haha I see

Yeah if you’re after a closed-back that sounds open while having a well-tuned stock response, the SR7000 is a solid choice. But let’s be real, it’s not gonna outshine your Serene!

 

[Oldson]

how good is the isolation on these ?

 

[patoulol]

Well, I’ve tested it extensively , and I’m quite disappointed. That’s just my opinion, my HRTF, and subjectivity. But already, the plastic quality is average for this price, too much cheap plastic, and especially a bad smell coming from the pads and the leather under the headband. The headset’s plastic marks very easily. In terms of sound, there’s very little bass, but with an EQ, it’s much better. I notice a slight boost around 3k with a drop right after. The passive isolation isn’t very good; you can hear too many noises, even faint ones. For me, it’s a semi-closed / semi open headphone.

Positive points: good soundstage width.
Another lesson for me that says you should listen before buying

 

[theBoomer]

I'll be testing one. If OP is still interested I'll post my measurement and impressions here, in a few weeks time give or take.

Your review convinced me to buy them and I must say I like them a lot. Thank you!

 

[sai]

Your review convinced me to buy them and I must say I like them a lot. Thank you!

Thats great to hear! I really like its easy-going tuning and they aren't as claustrophobic as a lot of closed-back headphones out there.

 

[theBoomer]

Thats great to hear! I really like its easy-going tuning and they aren't as claustrophobic as a lot of closed-back headphones out there.

Yes. They are roomy for the ears, and mine are rather protruding, and they are roomy in terms of sound. At times I get the impression of hearing the kind of reverberation you get in large halls. And while they are indeed easy going, they can growl when they need to: distorted guitars do bite.