Detail 01
25dB average attenuation
Meaningful cut of outside sound, so you can run cue levels lower and save your ears on a long session.
Product detailSKU #1274228073099
Direct SoundHP-25 Extreme Isolation Headphones Black
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Budget closed-back isolation headphones, 25dB average attenuation at 7.5 ounces — a practical tracking and monitoring pair for loud rooms.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Drummers needing a click that does not bleed into overheads
- Rehearsal spaces where several players need cue mixes cheaply
- Long tracking sessions where headphone weight starts to matter
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Mixing or critical listening where you need open, honest soundstage
- Anyone wanting active noise cancelling for a plane or an office
- Casual listeners — the seal is built for isolation, not lounging
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
7.5 ounces
Light for a closed isolation pair, which is what makes multi-hour tracking sessions bearable.
Detail 03
Passive isolation, no electronics
No battery, no charging, no processing delay — it works the second you plug it in.
Detail 04
Closed-back design
Keeps playback from leaking out into a nearby microphone, the reason these show up on drum kits.
Detail 05
$64.99
Cheap enough to buy several for a rehearsal room or a band's cue system rather than one precious pair.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Isolation depends on a good seal — glasses or long hair will reduce it
- 02Wired only, so check cable reach to your headphone amp or interface
- 03Pads compress over time; replacing them restores lost isolation
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is 25dB enough for drums?
25dB average attenuation is a substantial cut, which is why this style gets used behind a kit. Very loud playing will still come through somewhat.
02Are these noise cancelling headphones?
No. The isolation is passive, from the seal and closed-back build. There is no battery and nothing to charge.
03How do these compare to the EX-29?
The HP-25 is the entry point in Direct Sound's Extreme Isolation line at $64.99; the EX-29 is the higher-tier model at $165. Same basic mission.
04Will they get uncomfortable over a long session?
At 7.5 ounces they are light for a closed isolation pair, which helps. The clamp needed for a seal is still firmer than casual headphones.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Black with silver logo
1 detailsSize & weight
- Weight
- 7.5
1 detailsOther
- Sound Attenuation Average
- 25dB
