Getting back to style, the Phiaton MS 400 headphones certainly have something going for them. The dominating color is bright red, which comprises all the soft material, including the headband and earpads. There are also red, metallic badges spelling out "Right" and "Left" in their entirety on the outside of each side of the headband. The outside of each earcup is encased in glossy plastic decked out in a black and silver 3D checkerboard/zig-zag print. Thankfully, Phiaton didn't ignore the importance of comfort in its quest for style--the MS 400s are cushy enough to wear for several hours without discomfort. However, earrings must be taken out; also, the headphones tend to cause ears to sweat.
Of course, looks aren't everything--or the most important thing--for headphones. Solid sound quality is a must, and the Phiaton MS 400 headphones deliver. During testing, we were impressed by how evenly they sounded across genres, making them a good choice for users with a diverse listening palette. They tend to play heavy and loose on the low-end, which may not appeal to those looking for tight, balanced sound. The mids are rich, but not quite buttery, and high-end clarity and detail is good, though not extremely crisp (we tend to prefer this, but others may not). On the whole, music sounds quite lovely, but we were never really blown away--it's about what we expect in this price range.
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Phiaton MS 400 Moderna Series headphones:
$249.00
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