Deal on Mackie MC Series MC-350 Headphones for only $149

Mackie’s entry into the headphone business got off to a good start with the impressive MC range. We recently had the opportunity to road test the latest addition to the range, the MC-350. The Mackie MC-350 professional headphones stand out in several areas. They improve in almost every aspect over their smaller siblings in the range. Mackie continues to impress with all its new releases, and these headphones are no different. Below, we take a deep dive into the details of these superior headphones.

At first, the technical data do not seem relevant: 50 millimeter drivers are used whose frequency range extends from 20 Hz to 20 kHz and which compete with the amplifier with an incredibly low resistance of 36.2 ohms (on average). As a result, the “350s” are able to provide a decent sound pressure level even with low-power equipment. Of course, the 350s cost about twice as much as their smaller sisters, the 250s. This is because the headband and headphones are smaller in size.

This is because the headband and earcup covers are made of real leather, while the pads are sewn on, which gives them a remarkable quality. In general, the MC-350s give an impression of solidity, as a lot of material has been used, which makes them look rather bulky. This is also noticeable in the weight, because at 395 grams, including cables, these headphones are not exactly light. However, they distribute their mass well on the head, and the fit, where nothing “wobbles,” contributes to the fact that the MC-350s can be worn comfortably.

The connection cable is replaceable and clips to the left ear via a bayonet connector. Included in the package are three different cables that cover a wide range of applications: in addition to a 3.30-meter fabric-covered cable, there is also a 1.20-meter coiled cable and another 1.20-meter straight cable with built-in multimedia control (functions: volume +/-, play/pause) and hands-free microphone, as well as a mini jack adapter. Everything is contained in a sturdy fabric case, which should sufficiently protect the headphones even under heavy use and is a real added value if you use the Mackies in the live music world.

On a technical level, this aspect is usually described by the term transient reproduction, which defines the precision with which the headphones reproduce extremely short pulses (often on the order of microseconds). But the MC-350s not only have exceptionally sharp transient reproduction, they also have a surprising immediacy-if you didn’t know better, you might think you had an earpiece in your ears.

This “sharpness” is achieved by the MC-350 with relatively pronounced highs and mids (because this is where the “fast” pulses occur). This also provides clarity and transparency and is extremely beneficial for studio work or recording situations, because no detail escapes. On the other hand, for relaxed music listening in the living room at home, such a sound pattern is rather “stressful.” In addition, even the bass-which tends to balance the loud treble-has its priority more in the pulse range and less in volume.

Amy Hinckley
Amy Hinckley
The Dell Inspiron 15 that her father purchased from QVC sparked the beginning of her interest in technology. At Bollyinside, Amy Hinckley is in charge of content editing and reviewing products. Amy's interests outside of working include going for bike rides, playing video games, and watching football when she's not at her laptop.

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