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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£180
  • Avg. price in US: ~$200
  • Form factor: over-ear
  • Connectivity: wired
  • Battery life: N/A hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

Razer Adaro DJ review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

4.9

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%

4.4

Technical Score

20.0%

6.8

User score

Poor
4.4

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%

5.0

Sound

20.0%

2.7

Features

10.0%

6.2

Design

8.0%

6.2

Connectivity

6.0%

1.0

Battery

4.0%

3.2

Calls & Controls

Poor
6.8

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%

7.4

User reviews

30.0%

5.3

Popularity

User score:
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3.8
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Good
  • 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

  • 0.7
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    1.0

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    18.0%

    2.6

    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

  • 4.0
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    2.6

    Weight

    24.0%

    1.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    9.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    0.0

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Razer Adaro DJ is a high-performance analog headphone featuring custom-tuned 50mm neodymium drivers designed to deliver a frequency response of 20Hz–20kHz with a sensitivity of 103dB and 32Ω impedance. Its main characteristics include a robust mix of metal and plastic construction, swiveling ear cups for one-ear monitoring, and a foldable design for portability. Key pros are the inclusion of both straight and coiled detachable cables, plush leatherette ear cushions for comfort, and a dedicated carrying case. However, some users report cons such as a muddled bass profile that can overwhelm mid-tones and a bulky physical profile that may feel oversized for casual use.

Technical Specifications of Razer Adaro DJ

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%

5.0

Sound

20.0%

2.7

Features

10.0%

6.2

Design

8.0%

6.2

Connectivity

6.0%

1.0

Battery

4.0%

3.2

Calls & Controls

4.4
Razer Adaro DJ has a technical score of 4.43 points, which is lower than that of 76% 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%

7.4

User reviews

30.0%

5.3

Popularity

User score:
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6.8
Razer Adaro DJ has a user score of 6.81 points, which is lower than that of 81.9% 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.
5.3
Razer Adaro DJ has a popularity of 5.3 points, which is higher than 53.6% 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%

4.9

Overall score

40.0%

9.6

Price

6.3
Razer Adaro DJ has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.3 points, which is lower than 70.8% 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
Razer Adaro DJ 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

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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
Razer Adaro DJ 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
Razer Adaro DJ 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

20 Hz
Razer Adaro DJ reaches a lowest frequency of 20 Hz, higher lowest frequency than 50.6% of headphones and equal to 47.5% 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
Razer Adaro DJ 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
Razer Adaro DJ 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

N/A
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
Razer Adaro DJ 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

N/A
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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
Razer Adaro DJ 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
Razer Adaro DJ 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
Razer Adaro DJ 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

Razer
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

over-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

325 g
Razer Adaro DJ weighs 325 g, heavier than 86.8% of headphones and equal to 0.3% 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

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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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Razer Adaro DJ vs the average headphone

  • 10 mm larger driver size
    Razer Adaro DJ 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

    Razer Adaro DJ 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
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    Razer Adaro DJ includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average headphone does not. 38.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
    What it is: Shows whether the headphones end in a built-in 3.5 mm male plug instead of relying on a separate detachable cable.
    When it matters: When direct wired compatibility with older devices or adapters matters.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Razer Adaro DJ includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average headphone does not. 38.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • Foldable design
    Razer Adaro DJ 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

    Razer Adaro DJ has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • 12 mm more spacious earcup width
    Razer Adaro DJ offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (55 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
    What it is: Internal width of the earcup cavity
    When it matters: When earcup fit affects comfort and pressure around your ears.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Razer Adaro DJ offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (55 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.55 mm vs 43 mm
  • Dj-focused design
    Razer Adaro DJ is designed for DJ use, the average headphone is not. 1.9% of headphones are designed for DJ use.
    Explicit DJ-oriented model or product line.
    What it is: Designed and marketed for DJ cueing, mixing, and booth monitoring
    When it matters: When you need headphones for cueing, beatmatching, and live DJ monitoring.

    Importance: LOW

    Razer Adaro DJ is designed for DJ use, the average headphone is not. 1.9% of headphones are designed for DJ use.
  • Foldable design
    Razer Adaro DJ has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • 12 mm more spacious earcup width
    Razer Adaro DJ offers more spacious earcup width than the average headphone (55 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
  • Dj-focused design
    Razer Adaro DJ is designed for DJ use, the average headphone is not. 1.9% of headphones are designed for DJ use.
  • 10 mm larger driver size
    Razer Adaro DJ uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (50 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    Razer Adaro DJ includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average headphone does not. 38.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.

Total
Design
Sound
Connectivity
  • 49.1% higher weight
    Razer Adaro DJ is heavier than the average headphone (325 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Razer Adaro DJ has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • No voice assistant support
    Razer Adaro DJ does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • 49.1% higher weight
    Razer Adaro DJ is heavier than the average headphone (325 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

    Razer Adaro DJ is heavier than the average headphone (325 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.325 g vs 218 g
  • No voice assistant support
    Razer Adaro DJ 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

    Razer Adaro DJ does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    Razer Adaro DJ has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 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

    Razer Adaro DJ has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 17.5% lower user score
    Razer Adaro DJ has a lower user score than the average headphone (6.81 vs 8.000).
    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.
    Razer Adaro DJ has a lower user score than the average headphone (6.81 vs 8.000).6.81 vs 8
  • 6.8% worse value for money
    Razer Adaro DJ has worse value for money than the average headphone (6.30 vs 6.736).
    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.
    Razer Adaro DJ has worse value for money than the average headphone (6.30 vs 6.736).6.3 vs 6.74
  • 2x more expensive
    Razer Adaro DJ is more expensive than the average headphone (£180 vs £90).
    Razer Adaro DJ is more expensive than the average headphone (£180 vs £90).£180 vs £90
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Third-party reviews

United Kingdom
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3.8
137 Reviews
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3.2
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3.8
137 Reviews
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(Reviews last updated: Jun 2026)

What customers like about Razer Adaro DJ?

  • High level of comfort with plush, soft leatherette ear cushions for long sessions
  • Effective passive noise isolation due to the closed ear cup design
  • Foldable and portable architecture makes them suitable for travel
  • Swappable cable system includes both coiled and straight cables for versatility
  • Strong, punchy bass performance well-suited for EDM and electronic music
  • Includes a high-quality carrying case and 1/4-inch adapter

What customers dislike about Razer Adaro DJ?

  • Significant noise leakage when music is played at high volumes
  • No built-in microphone, making them unsuitable for phone calls or online gaming
  • Some users report a 'flimsy' feel due to the predominantly plastic construction
  • High retail price relative to sound performance compared to audiophile competitors
  • Leather cushions can lead to ears becoming hot or sweaty after several hours
  • Questionable long-term durability, with reports of cable degradation and ear cup failure over time

Expert reviews

K
kopfhoerer.de
03/09/2015
Razer Adaro DJ review at kopfhoerer.de

The Razer Adaro DJ headphones are a robust, closed-back over-ear model designed primarily for professional and semi-professional DJs, producers, and bass-focused music listeners. A major pro of these headphones is their exceptionally powerful and transparent bass response, featuring an accurate reproduction of the sub-bass range that makes them ideal for electronic music, rap, and...Read more

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bonedo.de
25/07/2014
Razer Adaro DJ Review - Bonedo

The Razer Adaro DJ is a closed-back headphone featuring 50 mm neodymium drivers, marking the gaming accessory brand's first venture into the audio market. Priced at a manufacturer's suggested retail price (UVP) of around €200, the device features a non-modular design with a highly durable, flexible plastic build and a reinforced spring-steel headband. The package includes two...Read more

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dl.razerzone.com
01/01/2014
Razer Adaro DJ - Online Master Guide

The Razer Adaro DJ analog headphones are designed as a durable, high-performance audio solution tailored specifically for DJs and music enthusiasts. According to the provided document, the pros of this device include its powerful 50 mm neodymium magnet drivers, which deliver a well-balanced, rich sound with natural tones and clear bass. Its structural design is highly practical,...Read more

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