Review: Warm Audio HeadRoom Headphones 

Since bursting into the audio world in 2011, Warm Audio have impressed with their faithful recreations of classic analog recording gear. From microphones and preamps to equalisers, compressors and even guitar pedals, Warm Audio have successfully reinterpreted beloved vintage pieces inaccessible to the general public and made them available for all to enjoy. 

Now, Warm Audio are turning their attention to the professional studio headphones market with their new HeadRoom closed-back headphones. Optimised for tracking, mixing, monitoring and critical listening, these cans are the perfect blend of sound and comfort at a very accessible price. Designed for musicians and sound engineers who demand both sonic transparency and a comfortable fit for long listening sessions, these headphones are custom-tuned for superior detail and midrange clarity. 

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Warm Audio, founded in Austin, Texas by Bryce Young, is built on the mission to create high end recording products that are equal to the renowned pieces of yesteryear, without the astronomical price tag. By taking a ‘no corners cut’ approach to using premium parts and committing to hand testing one hundred percent of their inventory, Warm Audio have succeeded in becoming industry leaders when it comes to quality assurance.

Applying those same principles to creating a fine pair of headphones, Warm Audio have once again succeeded in creating a high quality, affordable product with the HeadRoom closed-back Professional Studio Headphones. Providing the accuracy needed for professional monitoring is not a simple task, but the headphones pull it off in style. Featuring tremendous build quality, great sound isolation and a vibrant orange finish (also available in a more subdued black), they sound, feel and look fantastic. 

Utilizing a classic closed-back design for optimal isolation, the HeadRoom headphones do a great job of getting rid of unwanted environmental noise, making them perfect for mixing and editing. Featuring 45mm neodymium drivers that provide an honest, detailed sound that is truly impressive, these cans have the transparency and clarity necessary for professional audio work. Just as importantly, they’re super comfortable thanks to ergonomic ear cups and a headband pad that ensures a great fit and uses top notch materials to minimise listening fatigue. Combined with a sturdy but very lightweight frame, these features add up to make an incredibly comfortable listening experience. 

Closed-back headphones

Arriving in a handsome custom molded case, these headphones come with detachable straight and coiled cables, extra earpads and a gold 3.5mm and 6.25mm TRS adapter that all fit snugly and conveniently together for easy transportation. With a sensitivity of 100±3dB, an impedance of 45Ω and a frequency range of 10hz-30khz, the HeadRooms produce a full range, natural reference quality sound perfect for any pro audio task. 

Featuring a very balanced timbre and an even response across the frequency spectrum, these headphones have an incredibly high resolution with transparent character. Low end frequencies have a healthy thump and clarity to them, the midrange is rich and complex and high frequencies come through crystal clear but never shrill. Vocals sound notably detailed and rich, kick drums and basses punch through as they should and everything sits accurately in the soundstage.

Particularly excelling in midrange complexity, these headphones are great for tracking as they do not have the distracting excess bottom end of some headphones. With studio headphones, the goal is to have as transparent and uncoloured a tone as possible so that the mixing process can be as accurate and uninfluenced by the headphones themselves as possible. Warm Audio definitely got that memo and have created a very effective monitoring tool with the HeadRoom headphones, which have a very natural sound. 

The WA-HRs are beautifully designed, with this pair’s orange finish in particular giving them a nice bit of flair. Tan sound cups and a black headband complete the look, a nice blend of modern vibes and Warm Audio’s retro inspired aesthetic. The rugged construction of these headphones is evident upon inspection, clearly built to last. This claim is supported by Warm Audio’s standard 5 year warranty, a nice confidence booster for potential buyers. The addition of a spare pair of ear cups is also a generous touch, further extending the lifespan of this expertly crafted product. 

Incredibly lightweight, the HeadRooms are very well fitted and comfortable, making those long days in the studio that much easier. There’s nothing worse than experiencing pressure and discomfort on your head whilst trying to concentrate on a mix, a hindrance to creativity that Warm Audio have done well to eliminate. Sitting snugly on your head, the HeadRoom’s headband provides a comfy fit whilst the earpads are generously plush, with cushioning that feels luxurious to the touch and cuts down on listening fatigue. 

With Warm Audio swiftly becoming one of the most beloved brands amongst engineers and guitarists alike, it’s great to see them expand their repertoire with this product. With their vibrant, retro aesthetic and their incredible prices, Warm Audio has immense potential to continue to grow and excel well into the future. 

The WA-HRs are an incredibly comfortable and ergonomic product that really delivers on quality. They’re very well priced for studio grade headphones, a perfect choice for those studying sound, starting their engineering journey or just working on their own music at home. Perfectly encapsulating Warm Audio’s fun, inviting branding in a simple, well thought out design, the HeadRooms not only sound great but look fantastic too. 

With an uncoloured, crystal-clear sound that exceeds expectations, the quality of the HeadRoom Closed-Back Professional Studio Headphones are undoubtedly at a professional level.

From punchy lows to complex mids and shimmering highs, these headphones provide a truly honest and accurate representation of your work that will help make your process as smooth as possible.

Sound, comfort, design, affordability and longevity come together perfectly with the HeadRooms, a fine addition to Warm Audio’s already impressive catalogue. They’re stylish, well constructed, incredibly snug, they sound great and most importantly, these ones are orange. If that doesn’t sell you I simply don’t know what will!

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