Studio-standard headphones with fully replaceable parts, unchanged since 1991.
Last verified: July 2026 · scored by the Made to Last method
Expected lifespan15+ yrs
Typical price$100
Cost per year$6.67/yr
Warranty~15+ yrs
The MDR-7506 has been the studio standard since 1991 precisely because it lasts — every part (pads, cable, headband) is replaceable, so a pair runs for 15+ years.