JVC HA-MR77X DJ-style Over-the-Ear Headphones Review

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JVC HA-MR77X DJ-style Over-the-Ear Headphones

A few months ago we brought word that JVC had upgraded their headphone line. The new versions of their headphones feature a rugged styling, a high-gloss finish and durable construction. The company is using heavy-duty Neodymium driver units and Extreme Deep Bass Ports to fill out the sound offered by the headphones. In addition, the company added a one button remote and microphone compatible with iPhone, blackberry and android devices to three of the models. The inline single-button remote lets you play, stop and skip tracks. It also lets you answer phone calls. They sent us a pair of the DJ-style over-the-ear HA-MR77X headphones for review. Here’s our video look.

As noted in the video these headphones have 57 mm drivers and wait just 14.90 oz. It’s clear who the target audience is for these headphones since the tag line on the product page states –

For the DJ life, flip up your cups, tough rubber protector and single-sided cord.

Every beat loud and clear with super audio backed by a 57 mm driver and extremely deep baseboard

Style that walks the walk added comfort and a remote mic with SmartSwitch.

JVC HA-MR77X DJ-style Over-the-Ear Headphones

JVC says they designed the headphones for comfort and excellent sound isolation. And while I do find them to be pretty comfortable I didn’t find that they block out the ambient noise as well as some other headphones we’ve tried including some on your styles. The sound was good but didn’t blow me away. Then again, as we note in the video, one needs to consider the pricing on these headphones. At under $100 MSRP these aren’t the priciest headphones on the market. if reviewed in an absolute sense they sound good but if viewed as headphones for under $100 there quite impressive.

JVC HA-MR77X DJ-style Over-the-Ear Headphones

Of course the main feature of this model is the flip up design that allows for easy hands-free monitoring in one ear while listening to the sound in the room with the other.

JVC HA-MR77X DJ-style Over-the-Ear Headphones

And, of course, when you’re not using then they fold up into a relatively small package.

JVC HA-MR77X DJ-style Over-the-Ear Headphones

The cable and plugs are described as “robust and built to last” and I have no reason to doubt that. Still, having the cable permanently connected to the headphones and not having the option to connect the cord to either ear was a disappointment. In all I think these are a decent buy for $99.95 and are great for the emerging DJ in your life. If you’re looking for a refined, high-quality amazing sounding headphone you’re going to want to look elsewhere but if you’re looking for a robust, bold statement that also sounds good these may be the headphones for you. You can learn more about the HA-MR77X DJ Headphones and the entire line here.

JVC HA-MR77X DJ-style Over-the-Ear Headphones

MSRP: $99.95

What I Like: Make a bold statement; Both ears flip up and out of the way DJ-style; In-line remote and microphone; Decent sound for under $100

What Needs Improvement: Good sound but not great sound; Block noise but not as much as I expected; 3.5mm jack is straight rather than right-angled

Source: Manufacturer supplied review sample

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About the Author

Dan Cohen
Having a father who was heavily involved in early laser and fiber-optical research, Dan grew up surrounded by technology and gadgets. Dan’s father brought home one of the very first video games when he was young and Dan remembers seeing a “pre-release” touchtone phone. (When he asked his father what the “#” and “*” buttons were his dad said, “Some day, far in the future, we’ll have some use for them.”) Technology seemed to be in Dan’s blood but at some point he took a different path and ended up in the clergy. His passion for technology and gadgets never left him. Dan is married to Raina Goldberg who is also an avid user of Apple products. They live in New Jersey with their golden doodle Nava.

7 Comments on "JVC HA-MR77X DJ-style Over-the-Ear Headphones Review"

  1. MasterControlProgram | June 25, 2013 at 7:58 am |

    These are probably some of the coolest looking JVC headphones I’ve ever seen.

  2. murphykatt | June 25, 2013 at 9:09 am |

    I’d love to have a pair of these! In fact I tweeted about it! (FYI the tweet for subscribing to your YouTube channel needs to be corrected 😉

  3. They look like really nice headphones!

  4. DailyWoman | June 25, 2013 at 10:15 am |

    I really need some good over the ear headphones, I like to watch movies and usually there is alot of noise around and these look like they would work great for noise cancelling. Lacey

  5. projecthope7 | June 25, 2013 at 10:41 am |

    Would love to give these a try! Love both the flip up style and the inline remote. Would also make a great gift for a budding dj!

  6. These seem like pretty good headphones, especially for their price. Thanks for the review!

  7. One big issue – the pro DJ needs a 1/4″ headphone jack for most applications. The phones only come with an 1/8″ jack. I don’t understand these companies claiming to make “pro DJ” stuff, that only cater to the smartphone market.

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