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Takstar Pro 82 Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£55Form factor:over-earConnectivity:wiredBattery life:N/A hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):no

Takstar Pro 82 Review: Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Takstar Pro 82
6.0/10

Overall score

Score
6.0/ 10
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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 distribution
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Score components

80%

5.5

Technical score

20%

7.9

User score

â–¼Worse than 63% of headphones
7.2

Value for money

Value for money
7.2/ 10
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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 distribution
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Score components

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

10

Price

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5.5

Technical score

Technical score
5.5/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

52%

6.3

Sound

20%

4.0

Features

10%

6.9

Design

8%

4.0

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

4.7

Calls & Controls

â–¼Worse than 73%
7.9

User score

User score
7.9/ 10
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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 distribution
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Score components

70%

7.9

User ratings

30%

7.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Takstar Pro 82

Technical score
Technical score
5.5/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components:

52%

6.3

Sound

20%

4.0

Features

10%

6.9

Design

8%

4.0

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

4.7

Calls & Controls

5.5
User score
User score
7.9/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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Score components

70%

7.9

User ratings

30%

7.7

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
7.9
Popularity
Popularity
7.7/ 10
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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.
Score distribution
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Popularity:
Takstar Pro 82 has a popularity score of 7.7 points, which is higher than that of 72.9% of products in this category.
7.7
Value for money
Value for money
7.2/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
Score components:

70%

6.0

Overall score

30%

10

Price

7.2
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
no
This pair of headphones does not support active noise cancellation. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
dynamic
Driver size
40 mm
This pair of headphones uses a driver size of 40 mm, larger driver size than 28.6% of headphones and equal to 53.3% of headphones.
Number of drivers
1
This pair of headphones uses 1 drivers, fewer drivers than 4% of headphones and equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
10 Hz
This pair of headphones reaches a lowest frequency of 10 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 67.2% of headphones and equal to 12.6% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
no
This pair of headphones does not support a noise-canceling microphone. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
no
This pair of headphones is not headset-ready, while 15.1% is. 84.9% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
0
This pair of headphones has 0 microphones, fewer microphones than 73.2% of headphones and equal to 26.9% of headphones.
Boom microphone
no
This pair of headphones does not include a boom microphone. 13.5% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
N/A
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Connectivity
wired
This pair of headphones supports wired connectivity, less flexible connectivity than 49.2% of headphones and equal to 50.8% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
N/A
Maximum Bluetooth range
N/A
Audio latency
N/A
Multipoint support
no
This pair of headphones does not support multipoint. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
no
This pair of headphones does not offer ambient sound mode. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
no
This pair of headphones does not support EQ customization. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
no
This pair of headphones does not work with a companion app. 21.6% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
N/A
Voice assistant support
no
This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants. 60.9% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
N/A
Battery life with ANC
N/A
Charging time
N/A
Quick charge
no
This pair of headphones does not support quick charging. 33.1% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
N/A
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Brand name
Takstar
Form factor
over-ear
Weight
235 g
This pair of headphones weighs 235 g, heavier than 55.5% of headphones and equal to 0.9% of headphones.
Acoustic design
closed-back
Clamp force
?
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Takstar Pro 82 vs the average pair of headphones

246810TotalDesignSoundBatteryConnectivityCalls & ControlsFeatures
  • 0.25 % lower distortion
    This pair of headphones has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average pair of headphones (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
    0.05 % vs 0.3 %
  • 8 Hz lower bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (10 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    10 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • On-device controls
    This pair of headphones includes on-device controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • 1 m longer cable length
    This pair of headphones offers a more useful cable length than the average pair of headphones (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
  • 1 m longer cable length
    This pair of headphones offers a more useful cable length than the average pair of headphones (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
  • 0.25 % lower distortion
    This pair of headphones has a lower total harmonic distortion than the average pair of headphones (0.1 % vs 0.3 %). The average headphones have total harmonic distortion of 0.3 %.
    0.05 % vs 0.3 %
  • 8 Hz lower bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (10 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    10 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • On-device controls
    This pair of headphones includes on-device controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • No voice assistant support
    This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • 6 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (96 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    96 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • Not headset-ready
    This pair of headphones is not headset-ready, while the average pair of headphones is. 84.8% of headphones can be used as headsets.
  • No battery indicator
    This pair of headphones does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This pair of headphones has fewer microphones than the average pair of headphones (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1
  • 2.5 dB looser channel balance
    This pair of headphones has a higher channel balance tolerance than the average pair of headphones (3 dB vs 0.5 dB). The average headphones have channel balance tolerance of 0.5 dB.
    3 dB vs 0.5 dB
  • 7.8% higher weight
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (235 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    235 g vs 218 g
  • 7 dB SPL lower sound pressure level
    This pair of headphones has a lower sound pressure level than the average pair of headphones (96 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
    96 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL
  • 7.8% higher weight
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (235 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    235 g vs 218 g
  • 6 dB/mW lower sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a lower sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (96 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    96 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 2.5 dB looser channel balance
    This pair of headphones has a higher channel balance tolerance than the average pair of headphones (3 dB vs 0.5 dB). The average headphones have channel balance tolerance of 0.5 dB.
    3 dB vs 0.5 dB
  • 7 dB SPL lower sound pressure level
    This pair of headphones has a lower sound pressure level than the average pair of headphones (96 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
    96 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL
  • No battery indicator
    This pair of headphones does not show battery level clearly, while the average pair of headphones does. 56.3% of headphones have a battery level indicator.
  • Not headset-ready
    This pair of headphones is not headset-ready, while the average pair of headphones is. 84.8% of headphones can be used as headsets.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This pair of headphones has fewer microphones than the average pair of headphones (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1
  • No voice assistant support
    This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

9.0
AndyAudioVault
≈ estimated
21/06/2024
Hands-on review · monitoring, music and gaming use
Verdict
Takstar Pro 82 is a transparent, versatile monitoring headphone that also works well for music and gaming.
9.0
Porta.Fi
≈ estimated
18/04/2020
Full review · accessories, build, sound and pairing
Verdict
Takstar Pro 82 is really good for the price and enjoyable for non-audiophiles, though it is not stellar and needs some power.
9.0
iiWi Reviews
≈ estimated
24/08/2019
Hands-on review · sound comparison and comfort
Verdict
Takstar Pro 82 is comfortable, with detailed, analytical sound that is hard to beat for the money, though bright highs may need EQ.
8.0
Melkorify
≈ estimated
12/06/2018
Hands-on review · gaming, music and comfort tests
Verdict
Takstar Pro 82 has warm, relaxed sound and strong imaging, though glasses wearers may find it less comfortable.
9.0
New Stuff TV
≈ estimated
02/03/2018
Hands-on review · sound, bass switch and build
Verdict
Takstar Pro 82 sounds excellent and is definitely worth the money, though its bright highs can tire the ears.
9.0
Z Reviews
≈ estimated
07/12/2017
Long-term owner review · sound, comfort and packaging
Verdict
Takstar Pro 82 is loved for its imaging and clarity at this price, though it hurts to wear over time.
4.0
Sharur
✓ explicit
17/09/2022
Full review · measurements and listening tests
Verdict
Takstar Pro 82 is below average, with an off bass profile and noticeable distortion, though it is not unusable.
7.0
DJ DLS
≈ estimated
30/04/2019
Unboxing · first try and comparison with another model
Verdict
Takstar Pro 82 is very comfortable and light, isolates better than the comparison model, but sounds less rich.
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Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

diyaudioheaven.wordpress.com
11/02/2018
Lab measurement · Version comparison
Verdict
The Takstar Pro 82 sounds best on its neutral setting, with clean sub-bass; avoid bass boost 3, which turns bloated, and the older silver version's treble rings more.
porta.fi
04/02/2021
Hands-on review · Budget monitor headphones
Verdict
The Takstar Pro 82 is a flat, detailed monitor-style closed headphone for the price, though its soundstage is below average and bass sounds dry.
thephonograph.net
01/11/2018
Scored review · Bass-switch comparison
Verdict
The Takstar Pro 82 is a bright, comfortable closed headphone with clean mids at its stock setting, but its strong bass switch muddies the sound.
iiwireviews.com
07/12/2019
Hands-on review · Analytical closed-back
Verdict
The Takstar Pro 82 is a comfortable, analytical headphone with sparkly, precise sound and good layering, though its bright treble can sound too sharp.
paarc.org
02/06/2021
Hands-on review · Comfort and bass switch
Verdict
The Takstar Pro 82 is a light, very comfortable closed headphone with clear sound, though its top bass setting turns muddy and the pads can get hot.
miniklangwunder.de
28/07/2018
Hands-on test · Closed over-ear
Verdict
The Takstar Pro 82 is a light, closed headphone with a generous accessory kit, but its treble is too bright until you add foam under the pads.
ichi.nghiatu.com
26/11/2020
Hands-on review · Analytical closed-back
Verdict
The Takstar Pro 82 is a clear, detailed closed headphone for listeners who prize detail, though its bright treble tires you at high volume and the build feels basic.
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elchapuzasinformatico.com
28/07/2017
Summary of the review

Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: November 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about Takstar Pro 82

  • Exceptional comfort, often described as 'melting' on the face with soft leatherette pads
  • Physical bass adjustment switches with three levels to tune the sound signature
  • Highly efficient and easy to drive from portable devices like smartphones
  • Excellent imaging for the price, making them suitable for competitive gaming
  • Very lightweight design suitable for long listening sessions
  • Comes with a unique, protective aluminum-style carrying case

What customers don't like about Takstar Pro 82

  • Build quality feels somewhat 'plasticy' and less premium compared to competitors
  • The treble can be overly bright or aggressive, leading to sibilance in some recordings
  • Earpads are glued to plastic rings, making third-party replacements difficult
  • Opening the bass ports fully can lead to muddy or bloated low-end sound
  • Recessed mid-range can make vocals sound distant or lean
  • Earcup hinges do not fold for compact storage, only swivel flat

Verdict

The Takstar Pro 82 is a closed-back over-ear studio monitoring headphone featuring 40mm dynamic neodymium drivers, a 32-ohm impedance, and a frequency response of 10Hz–20kHz. Key characteristics include an adjustable three-level bass port system on each earcup and a lightweight 235g design with exceptionally soft protein leather ear pads and a metal-reinforced headband. Main pros include its legendary 'comfort king' status for long sessions, a clear and analytical sound signature with excellent imaging, and high portability due to its detachable 2.2m cable and included aluminum carrying case. Notable cons are its overly bright or sibilant treble in some tracks, potential mid-range muddiness when the bass ports are fully open, and stock ear pads that are glued to mounting rings, making them difficult to replace.

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