Denon AH-D5200 Ultra Premium HiFi Over Ear Headphones (Brown)

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Product Description

Premium Personal Listening

Premium over-ear headphones with exceptional sound, beautiful Zebrawood housing, comfortable engineered leather and memory foam earpads and a 50-year legacy of headphone excellence.

Ultra-premium Hi-Fi Headphones with drivers made in Japan

Premium sound

Sound that defies expectations. The 50mm FreeEdge drivers minimize unwanted resonances and distortion in the diaphragm for the most accurate sound reproduction possible. Natural acoustic properties of the real zebrawood housing aid in sound dampening to bring warmth and life to the sound.

FreeEdge 50MM drivers

The AH-D5200 headphones feature Japanese-made FreeEdge 50mm drivers. Built from materials chosen for rigidity and low mass, the FreeEdge drivers minimize unwanted resonances in the diaphragm to provide detailed, accurate sound. The drivers are mounted on vibration-reducing, resin baffles. These soft, compliant surround materials make it easier for the drivers to move in response to the music signal without flexing or distorting for the purest possible sound.

Zebrawood housing

Zebrawood has a beautiful, high-contrast, individually unique, and natural wood grain pattern. The exotic, high-density material dampens unwanted resonances for detailed sound reproduction and concert hall quality.

Type Over-Ear Driver Size 50mm Free Edge Active Noise Canceling No Bluetooth No Ear Cup Soft engineered leather and memory foam Smart Phone Control No Denon App Yes Folding Mechanism Swivel Axis Detachable Cable Yes, included Audio Quality 5-40,000 Hz

Accurate detailed musical reproduction that rivals a concert hall
50mm FreeEdge driver delivers high resolution audio with minimal distortion
Zebrawood housing provides sound dampening by reducing unwanted resonances
Ergonomic memory foam earpads for comfortable long-wear
Detachable cable and compact case for storing ensure the AH-D5200 provide superior sound and comfort for years to come

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Reviewer: Carlos B.
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Audiophile Performance + Mainstream Tune = AMAZING
Review: I have been into high-quality audio for probably about 10 years now, and I have been searching for that set of headphones that perfectly meets my needs, and while this set isn’t exactly 10/10, I give it a solid 9/10. I listen to quite a bit of Electric, EDM, R&B, Hip Hop and Top 40/Pop. Because of this, I really like V-Shaped headphone tunes (meaning, elevated low-end and elevated high end), as these are typically the parts of those genres that are really dynamic and emotional. It has always been difficult for me to find hi-fi quality audiophile headphones that provide a fun listening experience for that type of sound WITHOUT having to deal with EQing or investing in lots of extra equipment. THIS SET IS CLOSE TO PERFECT FOR THIS. Let me get into a few quick reasons why.#1 The overall sound tune and signature. Many hi-fi/audiophile cans have either a flat or bright tune, with a strong focus on detail in the high-end. That is NOT the tune of these cans. These cans have an overall warm signature, with a very dynamic feel. However, these are not Basshead cans. The best way I can describe it is that the tune is balanced but with a noticeable elevation to the mid bass. The elevation of the mid bass, however, works perfectly in tandem with the warmth of the wood cups and overall soundstage to produce an overall low-end elevated sound signature that still preserves detail across the spectrum, frankly, like nothing I have ever heard in this price range. This creates enough low-end to be pleasant, but admittedly, it is NOT the rumbling or boomy bass you would get from cans that have a bigger sub-bass boost. However, as someone that loves bass, the overall tune of these is so great that the hit to sub-bass is worth it overall. Also, this is the tune I got with zero EQ adjustments or anything like that. Right out of the box, outstanding tune (a theme that will repeat in just a second).#2 Easy to power. Again, getting into audiophile headphones can get expensive when lots of extra equipment becomes required to either operate your setup or tweak it the way you want. The fact that they have a great tune out of the box means that you don’t have to worry about any type of extra software. The fact that these are easy to power means that you do not have to invest in expensive amplifiers, DACs, etc. to use these headphones. These CAN likely be run from almost any device, even a mobile device. I personally am running them from a Dragonfly Cobalt portable DAC/Amp, and they reach max loudness before distortion around 80%, and at that volume, they are louder than I can comfortably enjoy for long periods, which trust me, is loud. Being easy to power is another reason this is just a great go-to headphone.#3 The overall clarity, detail and positioning is outstanding. Make no mistake, this is a hi-fi headphone. If you are looking at the price here and thinking it is insane, it is important to know this is a whole different class of headphone compared to the AirPods (yes, including AirPods Max), Bose, Beats and other wireless/consumer-class headphones. These are what I would say are the high-end of “mid-fi” or the low end of “hi-fi” quality. The sound here is delivered crisply and purely, delivering detail in notes that is outstanding. The overall soundstage is not particularly large; these headphones are definitely intimate. I would best describe the soundstage size as a small bubble just outside of your head. However, within that bubble, there is massive space between each instrument and vocal element, and the placement of all pieces are distinct and immersive. The soundstage has decent width and height.Those are my top three reasons for the rating, but an honorable mention is the overall build and design. Consistent with something in this price range, the build quality is excellent and distinctive. The zebra wood cubs against the brushed metal presents very well. I have a stand for mine to display. The included wire is quite long, which some love and some hate (I love), is braided so doesn’t tangle and uses standard 3.5mm connectors, so you can easily use a 3rd party cable if you choose. Easily one of my favorite pairs of headphones ever!
Reviewer: J. Swarts
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: My current favorite headphones?
Review: I love the sound of these cans. The materials and construction, and sound, are of the highest quality.Nothing is ever perfect. I have a large head. The fit is just a tad too tight for my ears, which squeeze into the openings, and just lightly touch the fabric driver covers. I am at the last click for extension of the ear cups. Comfort is only okay, but I can put up with that because the sound is amazing. Compared to the Audeze LCD X, and the Audeze LCD 2 Closed, this Denon AHD-9200 offers more refinement in detail and presentation, and overall balance across the frequency spectrum.For me, and my big head, the Audeze are more comfortable, even though they are considerably larger and heavier. The sound of the Audeze 2 Closed is better to mix recordings with, however, since they offer enough detail and imaging information in a very uncolored, though somewhat flatter, less euphonic manner than either the LCD-X or these Denons. The use of the LCD 2 Closed, as a tool, will be of most value if you are mixing with them.However,I prefer listening to the Denon and the LCD-x for pure enjoyment of all types of music and recordings. They are both very efficient, easy to drive, and are sensitive enough to be able to use them with any decent headphone amplifier, or nearly anything with a headphone output.However,They both “scale-up” beautifully and reveal the quality of recording and all upstream electronics incredibly well. They allow you to hear the qualities of the recording, the DAC, and amplifier, and interconnecting cables very plainly.In comparison,I love these Denons and my Audeze LCD-X. I find the Denon most revealing of the finest detail, with silky smooth, easy on the ear, full range dynamic sound. I find the LCD-X to offer a slightly bigger sound stage, with better macro dynamics, but with less definition and separation of the finest details, (or micro dynamics). My ears adapt to the frequency response of both headphones, so that perceptually I find their presentation of bass, midrange, and treble balanced, natural, and smooth, without feeling that anything, including the lowest bass, is left out or over emphasized. I don’t feel the need to alter their frequency response. That is really something truly incredible, but for the price of these headphones, it is something I expect. and a prerequisite to even considering investing in them. Not all uses for headphones can allow for EQing, therefore the best headphones must have low distortion, a full and balanced frequency response, good spatial presentation, great dynamics, and transients, and detail retrieval, offered in a natural, accurate, musically pleasing and emotionally involving soundscape. It’s amazing to me, how close to hitting all these goals in one package these cans have come! I can’t stop listening to them… late into the night…too often 🙂 I find, especially now with my new Denons, completely new views…new insights into incredible levels of detail and nuance… of recordings I’ve heard (or thought I had heard) so many times over the years. It is simply amazing, and it is a great joy!In conclusion,I think most people will love these Denon AHD 9200, as they are smaller, lighter, attractive, and are suitable for portable use, whereas the Audeze LCD-X are too large and heavy to be good for portable use.However,I am very happy, and thankful, to have both!
Reviewer: Vladislav
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Narrow soundstage and overpriced
Review: These are good headphones, but I was not blown away listening to them They don’t sound 10 times better than Beyerdynamic 770 250 Ohm. I’d say the soundstage is even worse here.
Reviewer: Amazon Customer
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Wonderful. Musical, fast, engaging. Perfect for electronica/synthpop. I love the bass.
Reviewer: ludovico
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Ottima cuffia, materiali eccellenti, da abbinare ad una catena audio di pari livello altrimenti la cuffia non rede al 100%
Reviewer: Client d’Amazon
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Casque de qualité dans l’ensemble. Petit defauts esthétiques sur la coque droite, decoloration ou mal huilé.Pas de soucis pour la livraison
Reviewer: LGO
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Son fabulosos. Un producto de lujo. Lujo de sonido y lujo de materiales: cuero, madera y aluminio. Se han convertido en mis favoritos absolutos.Tengo unos Sennheiser HD 599 muy cómodos y gran representación para música clásica. El inconveniente es que son totalmente abiertos y el sonido exterior entra y también sale con lo que molestas a quien tengas al lado.Mis otros auriculares favoritos hasta ahora eran unos viejos Denon Ah-D900 de 1988 que siguen sonando muy bien. Mejores bajos y mejor aislamiento que los Sennheiser. Tenia un empate entre los dos, pero se han visto ambos claramente superados por los nuevos Denos.El Denon Ah-D7200 tiene unos bajos prodigiosos y unos agudos aterciopelados, nada estridente. Aislan mejor que unos abiertos aunque no son para exteriores. Son claramente para usar en casa. Eso sí no molestarás a nadie. Mi mujer dice que no oye nada… Además la escena, la localización de los instrumentos es fantástica. En definitiva suenan como unos abiertos de calidad pero con mejores bajos y mejor aislamiento.Yo los uso sobre todo para música clásica pero también suenan muy bien con jazz, rock y pop. Sinceramente creo que son unos auténticos todoterreno.Personalmente me resultan bastante cómodos, no tanto como los Sennheiser que son mucho mas ligeros, pero puedo estar horas con ellos y la sensación con el cuero y demás es muy agradable. Hay gente que tiene problemas de comodidad con la diadema pero no es mi caso. En alguna ocasión presiono un poco la diadema ya que hay un punto de fricción pero se soluciona fácil.Me gustan mucho además por lo fáciles que son de mover. Los he probado con un Iphone XR con el adaptador de Apple y directamente con la salida de auriculares de un Ipad 6, en ambos casos funciona fenomenal. Por supuesto suena aún mejor con un reproductor dedicado. Los uso normalmente con un A&K Sr25 y son una combinación perfecta, suena de escándalo. Por supuesto también fenómeno con mi amplificador Denon estéreo clásico.Relación calidad precio en mi caso absolutamente extraordinaria ya que los compré en Amazon warehouse, mi primera compra. Se indicaba en el anuncio que los auriculares estaban nuevos y la caja dañada, y así fue. No se valorar el precio “normal” pero puedo sin duda afirmar que es un magnifico producto.Mi única critica es que deberían venir también con un cable de 1,2 metros con toma de 3,5 que te tienes que comprar aparte, eso sí son fáciles de encontrar en Amazon.
Reviewer: Jan
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Mooi afgewerkt productVoldoet aan de kwaliteit eisenBij wat meer singer songwriters muziek of klasiek en jazz. ballads.voor populaire muziek waarbij je meer bass will horen minder geschikt.voor de rest aangenaam geluid.