Pioneer SE MX9 T Review | 93 Data compared

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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£260
  • Avg. price in US: ~$300
  • Form factor: on-ear
  • Connectivity: wired
  • Battery life: N/A hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

Pioneer SE MX9 T review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

6.1

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.

Score components:

80.0%

5.5

Technical Score

20.0%

8.9

User score

Good
5.5

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

6.4

Sound

20.0%

2.7

Features

10.0%

6.3

Design

8.0%

5.8

Connectivity

6.0%

4.9

Battery

4.0%

5.3

Calls & Controls

Good
8.9

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

8.6

User reviews

30.0%

9.5

Popularity

User score:
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4.3
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3.9
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5.0
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4.3
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Excellent
  • 2.1
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    0.0

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    0.0

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    1.0

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

  • 0.8
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    1.0

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    18.0%

    3.1

    Weight

    16.0%

    0.0

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    0.0

    Ambient sound mode

  • 2.7
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    1.0

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    0.0

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    14.0%

    0.0

    Companion app

  • 3.1
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    3.1

    Weight

    24.0%

    1.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    4.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Pioneer SE-MX9-T is a flagship closed-back headphone from the Superior Club Sound series, featuring large 50mm dynamic drivers that deliver a powerful, club-like bass response across a wide frequency range of 6Hz to 40kHz. Designed with high-quality aluminium alloy housings and synthetic protein leather earpads, these headphones provide a premium aesthetic and comfortable fit for long listening sessions, supported by a 32-ohm impedance and a high sensitivity of 106dB. Main pros include its robust, stylish build, punchy yet controlled low-end, and a versatile accessory kit that features a detachable 1.2m tangle-free cable with an in-line mic, a 2m coiled cable, and a 6.3mm adapter. However, some users note cons such as a midrange that can feel slightly recessed compared to the bass, a lack of active noise cancellation, and a relatively high weight of approximately 305g.

Technical Specifications of Pioneer SE MX9 T

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

6.4

Sound

20.0%

2.7

Features

10.0%

6.3

Design

8.0%

5.8

Connectivity

6.0%

4.9

Battery

4.0%

5.3

Calls & Controls

5.5
Pioneer SE MX9 T has a technical score of 5.46 points, which is higher than that of 65.7% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

8.6

User reviews

30.0%

9.5

Popularity

User score:
United Kingdom
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4.3
(545)
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3.9
(14)
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5.0
(3)
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4.3
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3.9
(14)
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5.0
(3)

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

8.9
Pioneer SE MX9 T has a user score of 8.87 points, which is higher than that of 80.6% of products in this category.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters: When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
9.5
Pioneer SE MX9 T has a popularity of 9.5 points, which is higher than 70.5% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

6.1

Overall score

40.0%

9.2

Price

7.0
Pioneer SE MX9 T has a quality-to-price ratio of 7 points, which is higher than 61.2% of products in this category.
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

Importance: HIGH

no
Pioneer SE MX9 T does not support active noise cancellation. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
What it is: Type of speaker driver technology used
When it matters: When the underlying sound character and driver technology matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

dynamic
Driver size
What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit
When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

Importance: MEDIUM

50 mm
Pioneer SE MX9 T uses a driver size of 50 mm, larger driver size than 86.1% of headphones and equal to 8.3% of headphones.
Number of drivers
What it is: Total number of speaker drivers per earcup
When it matters: When multi-driver designs are part of your buying criteria.

Importance: LOW

1
Pioneer SE MX9 T uses 1 drivers, equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=10 Hz

6 Hz
Pioneer SE MX9 T reaches a lowest frequency of 6 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 84.5% of headphones and equal to 1.8% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Pioneer SE MX9 T does not support a noise-canceling microphone. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.
When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Pioneer SE MX9 T is headset-ready, 84.7% is not. 15.3% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
What it is: Total number of built-in microphones
When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

1
Pioneer SE MX9 T has 1 microphones, more microphones than 25.9% of headphones and equal to 52.2% of headphones.
Boom microphone
What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity
When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.

Importance: LOW

no
Pioneer SE MX9 T does not include a boom microphone. 15.6% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone
When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >80 dB

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Connectivity
What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

Importance: HIGH

wired
Pioneer SE MX9 T supports wired connectivity, equal to 52.6% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
What it is: Version of Bluetooth technology supported
When it matters: When wireless stability, efficiency, and feature support matter more than treating Bluetooth as a box-check spec.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

N/A
Maximum Bluetooth range
What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device
When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

N/A
Audio latency
What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode
When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

N/A
Multipoint support
What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices
When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
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Ambient sound mode
What it is: Allows external sounds to pass through for awareness
When it matters: When you need to stay aware of traffic, voices, or announcements.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
EQ support
What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer
When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Pioneer SE MX9 T does not support EQ customization. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
What it is: Dedicated mobile app for customization and updates
When it matters: When software customization, updates, and extra controls matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
Adjustable ANC levels
What it is: Allows adjustment of noise cancellation intensity levels
When it matters: When you move between quiet rooms, offices, streets, and public transport and do not want one ANC setting for every situation.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=4

N/A
Voice assistant support
What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

Importance: LOW

no
Pioneer SE MX9 T does not support voice assistants. 60.9% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
What it is: Playback time on a single charge
When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

N/A
Battery life with ANC
What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled
When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

N/A
Charging time
What it is: Time required for a full battery charge
When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

N/A
Quick charge
What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period
When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
Battery capacity
What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery
When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

N/A
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Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Pioneer
Form factor
What it is: Overall design type of the headphones (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, etc.)
When it matters: When comfort, portability, and isolation depend on the overall headphone style.

Importance: HIGH

on-ear
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

305 g
Pioneer SE MX9 T weighs 305 g, heavier than 82.3% of headphones and equal to 0.4% of headphones.
Acoustic design
What it is: Type of acoustic design (open-back, closed-back, semi-open)
When it matters: When you need the right balance of isolation, leakage, and soundstage.

Importance: HIGH

closed-back
Clamp force
What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head
When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

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Pioneer SE MX9 T vs the average headphone

  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    Pioneer SE MX9 T has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
    What it is: Certified for high-resolution audio playback
    When it matters: When official support for high-resolution playback matters to you.

    Importance: LOW

    Pioneer SE MX9 T has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • 10 mm larger driver size
    Pioneer SE MX9 T uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (50 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit
    When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Pioneer SE MX9 T uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (50 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.50 mm vs 40 mm
  • 12 Hz lower bass extension
    Pioneer SE MX9 T has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (6 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
    When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=10 Hz

    Pioneer SE MX9 T has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (6 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.6 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 20,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Pioneer SE MX9 T has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
    What it is: Highest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
    When it matters: When treble extension and overall frequency reach matter to you.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=24000 Hz

    Pioneer SE MX9 T has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.40000 Hz vs 20000 Hz
  • In-line controls
    Pioneer SE MX9 T includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
    What it is: Controls available on in-line remote of wired cable
    When it matters: When your wired setup depends on cable-mounted buttons or call controls.

    Importance: LOW

    Pioneer SE MX9 T includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • 4 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Pioneer SE MX9 T has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (106 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    What it is: Sound pressure output level per unit of input power
    When it matters: When you plan to use weaker sources like phones, handhelds, or entry-level dongles and still want enough volume.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=106 dB/mW

    Pioneer SE MX9 T has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (106 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.106 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • Foldable design
    Pioneer SE MX9 T has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
    What it is: Earcups or headband can fold for compact storage
    When it matters: When you travel often and want easier storage in a bag.

    Importance: LOW

    Pioneer SE MX9 T has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • Quick mic mute
    Pioneer SE MX9 T includes a quick mic mute, the average headphone does not. 33.5% of headphones support a mute function.
    What it is: Ability to mute microphone during calls
    When it matters: When you need to silence the mic quickly during meetings or multiplayer games.

    Importance: LOW

    Pioneer SE MX9 T includes a quick mic mute, the average headphone does not. 33.5% of headphones support a mute function.
  • Foldable design
    Pioneer SE MX9 T has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    Pioneer SE MX9 T has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average headphone does not. 22.9% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • 10 mm larger driver size
    Pioneer SE MX9 T uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (50 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
  • 12 Hz lower bass extension
    Pioneer SE MX9 T has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (6 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 20,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Pioneer SE MX9 T has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (40,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
  • 4 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Pioneer SE MX9 T has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (106 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • 12x higher input power handling
    Pioneer SE MX9 T has a higher max input power than the average headphone (1,200 mW vs 100 mW). The average headphones handle max input power of 100 mW.
  • In-line controls
    Pioneer SE MX9 T includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • Quick mic mute
    Pioneer SE MX9 T includes a quick mic mute, the average headphone does not. 33.5% of headphones support a mute function.
  • 39.9% higher weight
    Pioneer SE MX9 T is heavier than the average headphone (305 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • No voice assistant support
    Pioneer SE MX9 T does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • No voice assistant support
    Pioneer SE MX9 T does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
    What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
    When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

    Importance: LOW

    Pioneer SE MX9 T does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • 39.9% higher weight
    Pioneer SE MX9 T is heavier than the average headphone (305 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    What it is: Total weight of the headphones
    When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <150 g

    Pioneer SE MX9 T is heavier than the average headphone (305 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.305 g vs 218 g
  • 2.89x more expensive
    Pioneer SE MX9 T is more expensive than the average headphone (£260 vs £90).
    Pioneer SE MX9 T is more expensive than the average headphone (£260 vs £90).£260 vs £90

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Third-party reviews

(Reviews last updated: June 2026)

What customers like about Pioneer SE MX9 T?

  • High sound quality with clear, powerful performance from 50mm dynamic drivers
  • Excellent build quality featuring a premium finish and sturdy construction
  • Comfortable fit for long listening sessions due to soft protein leather ear pads and a silicone head cushion
  • Highly portable design with foldable hinges and a lightweight frame
  • Comes with a generous accessory bundle, including a detachable tangle-free cable, 6.3mm adapter, and carrying pouch
  • Features a versatile dual-entry socket, allowing the cable to be plugged into either ear cup

What customers dislike about Pioneer SE MX9 T?

  • Lack of active noise cancellation and limited passive noise isolation
  • Wired-only connectivity with no built-in Bluetooth capability
  • Bass-heavy sound profile can sometimes overshadow mid-range and high-frequency details
  • The thin rubber lining on the headband can become uncomfortable during very long use
  • Some users report durability concerns with the plastic hinge surrounds
  • Relatively high price point compared to similar on-ear and over-ear competitors

Expert reviews

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newatlas.com
05/08/2014

The Pioneer SE-CX8 earbuds ($199.99) feature a rugged, chunky design with a durable thick rubber cable targeted toward electronic and club music enthusiasts. On the plus side, they offer a wide 6 - 25,000 Hz frequency response, utilize highly tuneable balanced armature drivers, provide excellent audio clarity, and come with a stylish protective case. However, they suffer from a...Read more

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pocket-lint.com
23/09/2014

The Pioneer SE-MX9 over-ear headphones deliver a high-quality "club sound" characterized by ample, distortion-free bass and sparkling highs from their large 50mm drivers, which easily manage powerful volume outputs. They feature a visually appealing and subtle design—particularly in the copper finish—constructed with a metal frame, a soft headband coating, and highly comfortable...Read more

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whathifi.com
19/03/2015

The Pioneer SE-MX9-T over-ear headphones are designed for dance music enthusiasts, featuring large 50mm drivers that deliver an enthusiastic, thumping, and bass-heavy sound signature with relatively clear vocals. Built with a sturdy, smart-looking metallic body reminiscent of Beats headphones, they isolate sound effectively due to their closed-back design. A standout feature is the...Read more

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kopfhoerer.de
10/07/2026

The Pioneer SE-MX9 is a heavy and bulky on-ear mobile headphone designed as a prominent style statement with premium aesthetics, though its performance relative to its high price point is mixed. On the positive side, it features an elegant design with aluminum ear cup covers, an adaptive headband that conforms well to the head shape, and a comprehensive accessory package that...Read more

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areadvd.de
30/09/2014

The Pioneer SE-MX9 on-ear headphones are designed specifically for club, dance, and electronic music lovers, delivering an energetic, highly dynamic sound signature with a powerful focus on kickbasses. Priced at €300, these closed-back headphones offer an exceptionally high-quality build with robust metal adjustments, comfortable padding, and an appealing bronze-metallic color...Read more

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hifitest.de
11/11/2014

The Pioneer SE-MX9 is a closed-back, around-ear headphone that blends a sleek, premium metal design with exceptional build quality. Visually striking and highly adjustable, it offers a thoughtful detachable cable system that can be plugged into either the left or right ear cup, a feature highly convenient for user flexibility. It comes well-equipped for both mobile and home use,...Read more

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dailymotion.com
14/05/2027

The Pioneer SE-MX9 headphones are reviewed as a premium, DJ-inspired option from the Superior Club Sound series, crafted for audiophiles who appreciate a balance of striking design and powerful audio performance. A standout pro is the exceptional build quality, featuring a high-quality aluminium alloy housing and a durable polyamide headband that ensures structural longevity....Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
14/07/2024

The Pioneer SE-MX9 is a heavy, circum-aural "semi-nomadic" headphone that fails to deliver on its promise of a balanced, high-end audio experience. On the positive side, it offers decent passive noise isolation, low harmonic distortion, a wide soundstage for a closed-back model, and convenient features like a detachable cable that plugs into either cup. It also comes bundled with...Read more

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