Amazing sound; Some of the most balanced headphones we've come across; Compact and foldable; Very comfortable;
Headphone side of the cable uses 2.5mm jack; No noise cancelling; Can fall off easily from lots of movement;
We need to stress this: the KEF M500 headphones are among the best headphones this reviewer has ever heard. Ever ever. Ever ever ever ever. Never take these off my head. In all seriousness, KEF has produced a pair of headphones that is simply lovely, ...
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Published: 2013-08-21, Author: peter , review by: gizmodo.com.au
Headphones and their accompanying reviews are, at this point, highly subjective. Most of us are listening to music via streaming services like Spotify. So for me this boils down to comfort and looks because my listening experience rarely exceeds 320kbps...
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Published: 2013-08-16, Author: David , review by: cnet.com.au
The KEF M500 on-ear headphones are sleekly and sturdily designed and offer a very comfortable fit. They also sound very good and come with two detachable cords, one of which has an Apple-friendly inline remote/microphone for smartphone use. The headphones
Fairly expensive; some people may not find the sound detailed enough
They're fairly pricey, but the combination of very good sound and a sleek, comfortable design, make the KEF M500s contenders in the $300 price class....
Abstract: The headphones supplied with most modern devices such as smartphones or tablets, if you even get any, tend to be pretty rubbish and probably won't last long. Upgrading is a must for most consumers and we have 10 of the best headphones to choose from here...
Published: 2016-03-09, Author: Woldemar , review by: wovow.org
KEF has the M500 issued a card as a newcomer with headphones. The rich history can be heard in the headphones. The craftsmanship in design and production is reflected in the extremely high quality of finishes and materials. Highly recommended for those wh...
Abstract: We review the best headphones you can buy in the UK in 2015. Get the most for your money with our top headphones for your smartphone or tablet . including best in-ear headphones, best on-ear headphones and best over-ear headphones. Updated on 14/7/15 . Se...
Excellent balance, Rich detail, especially at the edges of the stereo field, Smooth, expressive dynamics, Stylish and extremely comfortable
Midrange could have more definition at the center, Pricey
Providing elegance in style, sound, and comfort, and capsulized in a travel-ready package, KEF's M500 is a formidable offering to the ever expanding hi-fi genre. We think their $300 price tag is a bit high for a set of on-ears, but sometimes you have to...
Considering KEF's lack of experience in headphone design, the M500s are a fine starting point. They don't quite have the timing or dynamics of the class-leaders, but their smooth and likeable sound is going to get them plenty of admirers. Best Buys: h...