Takstar Pro 80 Review | 93 Data compared

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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£60
  • Avg. price in US: ~$70
  • Form factor: over-ear
  • Connectivity: wired
  • Battery life: N/A hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

Takstar Pro 80 review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

4.3

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%

4.3

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Poor
4.3

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%

5.1

Sound

20.0%

2.7

Features

10.0%

4.4

Design

8.0%

6.2

Connectivity

6.0%

1.0

Battery

4.0%

2.8

Calls & Controls

Poor
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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%

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User reviews

30.0%

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Popularity

  • 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%

    2.2

    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

  • 2.9
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    2.2

    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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Best prices in UK

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Verdict

The Takstar Pro 80 is a closed-back monitoring headphone featuring large 53mm dynamic drivers with a PET diaphragm, delivering a frequency response of 15 Hz – 25 kHz. Built with high-protein leather ear pads and a durable metal headband, it operates at a 60-ohm impedance with a sensitivity of 101 dB, making it efficient enough for various audio sources. Its main strengths include exceptional value for its price, solid build quality inspired by professional studio models, and a clean, detailed sound signature suitable for audio monitoring. However, some users report a peaky or unrefined treble that can sound harsh with certain recordings, and the non-detachable 2.2-meter coiled cable may be cumbersome for portable use.

Technical Specifications of Takstar Pro 80

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%

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Sound

20.0%

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Features

10.0%

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Design

8.0%

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Connectivity

6.0%

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Battery

4.0%

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Calls & Controls

4.3
Takstar Pro 80 has a technical score of 4.29 points, which is lower than that of 81.2% 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%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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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.
1.0
Takstar Pro 80 has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 72.7% 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%

4.3

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

6.0
Takstar Pro 80 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6 points, which is lower than 82.8% 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
Takstar Pro 80 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

53 mm
Takstar Pro 80 uses a driver size of 53 mm, larger driver size than 94.8% of headphones and equal to 1.6% 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
Takstar Pro 80 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

15 Hz
Takstar Pro 80 reaches a lowest frequency of 15 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 58.5% of headphones and equal to 5.7% 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
Takstar Pro 80 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
Takstar Pro 80 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

0
Takstar Pro 80 has 0 microphones, fewer microphones than 74.1% of headphones and equal to 25.9% 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
Takstar Pro 80 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
Takstar Pro 80 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
Takstar Pro 80 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
Takstar Pro 80 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

Takstar
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

340 g
Takstar Pro 80 weighs 340 g, heavier than 89.7% of headphones and equal to 1% 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

5.8
Takstar Pro 80 has a clamp force of 5.8, higher clamp force than 82.1% of headphones and equal to 5.7% of headphones.
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Takstar Pro 80 vs the average headphone

  • 13 mm larger driver size
    Takstar Pro 80 uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (53 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

    Takstar Pro 80 uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (53 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.53 mm vs 40 mm
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    Takstar Pro 80 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

    Takstar Pro 80 includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average headphone does not. 38.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • 5,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Takstar Pro 80 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (25,000 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

    Takstar Pro 80 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (25,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.25000 Hz vs 20000 Hz
  • 1 m more useful cable length
    Takstar Pro 80 offers a more useful cable length than the average headphone (2.2 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.
    What it is: Length of the supplied audio cable
    When it matters: When your desk, TV, or audio setup needs more or less movement range.

    Importance: LOW

    Takstar Pro 80 offers a more useful cable length than the average headphone (2.2 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.2.2 m vs 1.2 m
  • 3 Hz lower bass extension
    Takstar Pro 80 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (15 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

    Takstar Pro 80 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (15 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.15 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 18 dB higher max SPL
    Takstar Pro 80 has a higher max SPL than the average headphone (128 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
    What it is: Maximum safe sound pressure level
    When it matters: When high-volume headroom is part of your use case.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >=116 dB

    Takstar Pro 80 has a higher max SPL than the average headphone (128 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.128 dB vs 110 dB
  • 1 m more useful cable length
    Takstar Pro 80 offers a more useful cable length than the average headphone (2.2 m vs 1.2 m). The average headphones have a cable length of 1.2 m.
  • 13 mm larger driver size
    Takstar Pro 80 uses a larger driver size than the average headphone (53 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
  • 5,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Takstar Pro 80 has a higher highest frequency than the average headphone (25,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20,000 Hz.
  • 3 Hz lower bass extension
    Takstar Pro 80 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (15 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 18 dB higher max SPL
    Takstar Pro 80 has a higher max SPL than the average headphone (128 dB vs 110 dB). The average headphones reach a max SPL of 110 dB.
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    Takstar Pro 80 includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average headphone does not. 38.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • 56% higher weight
    Takstar Pro 80 is heavier than the average headphone (340 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
  • Fixed cable
    Takstar Pro 80 has a fixed cable, while the average headphone has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • 1.5 higher clamp force
    Takstar Pro 80 has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (5.8 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
  • Tangle-prone cable
    Takstar Pro 80 uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Takstar Pro 80 has fewer microphones than the average headphone (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
  • No voice assistant support
    Takstar Pro 80 does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • 5 years older release date
    Takstar Pro 80 was released earlier than the average headphone (2,012 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.
    June 2012
  • 56% higher weight
    Takstar Pro 80 is heavier than the average headphone (340 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

    Takstar Pro 80 is heavier than the average headphone (340 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.340 g vs 218 g
  • No voice assistant support
    Takstar Pro 80 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

    Takstar Pro 80 does not support voice assistants, the average headphone does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • Fixed cable
    Takstar Pro 80 has a fixed cable, while the average headphone has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
    What it is: Cable can be removed or replaced
    When it matters: When you care about easier cable replacement, simpler storage, or the option to swap to shorter, longer, or upgraded leads.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Takstar Pro 80 has a fixed cable, while the average headphone has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • 1.5 higher clamp force
    Takstar Pro 80 has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (5.8 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
    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

    Takstar Pro 80 has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (5.8 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.5.8 vs 4.3
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Takstar Pro 80 has fewer microphones than the average headphone (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 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

    Takstar Pro 80 has fewer microphones than the average headphone (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.0 vs 1
  • 4.65x less popular
    Takstar Pro 80 is less popular than the average headphone (1.00 vs 4.646).
    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.
    Takstar Pro 80 is less popular than the average headphone (1.00 vs 4.646).1 vs 4.65
  • Tangle-prone cable
    Takstar Pro 80 uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
    What it is: Cable designed to resist tangling
    When it matters: When you often carry wired headphones in a bag or pocket.

    Importance: LOW

    Takstar Pro 80 uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • 12.2% worse value for money
    Takstar Pro 80 has worse value for money than the average headphone (6.00 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.
    Takstar Pro 80 has worse value for money than the average headphone (6.00 vs 6.736).6 vs 6.74

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Takstar Pro 80?

  • Excellent value with a high performance-to-cost ratio
  • Solid build quality featuring metal gimbals and sturdy plastic
  • Impressive sub-bass extension and punchy low-end response
  • Great passive noise isolation for studio or office environments
  • Good instrument separation and clarity for its price bracket
  • Premium presentation including a high-quality hard-shell carrying case

What customers dislike about Takstar Pro 80?

  • Treble can be peaky or sibilant, leading to ear fatigue for some
  • Pleather earpads lack breathability and can cause ears to sweat
  • Upper midrange dip (around 4kHz) can make vocals feel thin or distant
  • Clamp force is relatively light, which may feel loose during head movement
  • Stock pads can become uncomfortable after long listening sessions
  • Soundstage is somewhat narrow and intimate due to the closed-back design

Expert reviews

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reference-audio-analyzer.pro
N/A

The Takstar Pro 80 is a pair of over-ear headphones that offers high sound volume efficiency and solid electrical performance. Tests show they have an excellent average sensitivity of 113.8 dB/V SPL (or 101.9 dB/mW SPL). This high sensitivity is a major pro, meaning they can play very loud even when connected to weak audio sources like smartphones or basic amplifiers. They also...Read more

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xander51.medium.com
02/05/2018

Alex Rowe’s review finds the Takstar Pro 82 offers superior, class-leading comfort with angled drivers, plush pads, and versatile three-stage bass sliders, though it suffers from a, derivative aesthetic and a long, unwieldy cable. Conversely, the HyperX Cloud II (based on the Pro 80) wins on practicality, featuring a durable design, a detachable microphone, and an included USB...Read more

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xander51.medium.com
28/12/2016

In a Medium review comparing the HyperX Cloud IIGo to product viewer dialog for this item. and Beyerdynamic DT 770 ProGo to product viewer dialog for this item. (80 Ohm), the reviewer notes the Cloud II is a "clone" of the DT 770, offering great value with neutral midrange and solid bass, but with slightly grainy highs and a hollow mid-range. The DT 770 Pro is highlighted as...Read more

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head-fi.org
08/08/2015

The Takstar Pro80 review details a closed-back, over-ear headphone with a V-shaped sound profile, highlighting exceptional build quality, strong isolation, and high value for the price. Sonically, the updated drivers offer impressive sub-bass extension, good resolution, and high musicality, housed in a lightweight, comfortably padded frame. Head-Fi.orgConversely, the review notes...Read more

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superbestaudiofriends.org
02/10/2015

The Super Best Audio Friends review highlights the Takstar Pro 80 as a budget-friendly headphone offering exceptional value at $70, featuring a robust, sturdy build and a high-quality, premium hard-shell case. Sonically, it is praised for an accurate, low-distortion midrange and a punchy, clean low-mid bass that avoids muddiness. YouTube· However, the headphones are characterized by...Read more

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changstar.com
14/11/2014

The reviewer on Changstar highly commends the Takstar Pro80 as an exceptional budget headphone that delivers "leaderboard" level performance for its incredibly low price of $69.50. On the positive side (pros), the headphone features sturdy metal gimbals that offer excellent durability, a snug yet decently comfortable fit with light-to-moderate clamping force, and an exceptionally...Read more

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head-fi.org
06/08/2012

The Takstar Pro 80 closed-back headphones, featured on Head-Fi, are lauded for their exceptional price-to-performance ratio, delivering a transparent, musical, and V-shaped sound profile with deep, well-separated sub-bass and crisp highs. Often compared to higher-end reference models like the ATH-M50 or DT880 after burn-in, these headphones excel at revealing detail in electronic...Read more

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