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Ultrasone Signature DJ Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£700Form factor:over-earConnectivity:wiredBattery life:N/A hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):no

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

6.5

Overall score

Score
6.5/ 10
✕
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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 63% of models
Score components

80%

6.4

Technical score

20%

7.1

User score

▲Better than 63% of headphones
6.4

Technical score

Technical score
6.4/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 67% of models
Score components

52%

7.6

Sound

20%

4.3

Features

10%

6.6

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

6.5

Calls & Controls

▲Better than 67% of headphones
7.1

User score

User score
7.1/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

3.5

Number of reviews

Based on 20 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
▼Worse than 84% of headphones
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Ultrasone Signature DJ

Technical score
Technical score
6.4/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 67% of models
Score components:

52%

7.6

Sound

20%

4.3

Features

10%

6.6

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

4.0

Battery

4%

6.5

Calls & Controls

6.4
User score
User score
7.1/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

3.5

Number of reviews

Based on 20 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
7.1
Popularity
Popularity
3.5/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▼ Worse than 69% of models
Popularity:
Ultrasone Signature DJ has a popularity score of 3.5 points, which is lower than that of 68% of products in this category.
3.5
Value for money
Value for money
6.6/ 10
✕
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
▼ Worse than 89% of models
Score components:

60%

6.5

Overall score

40%

6.8

Price

6.6
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
no
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
no
▼ Worse than 27% of models
This pair of headphones does not support active noise cancellation. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
dynamic
Driver size
50 mm
Driver size
50 mm
▲ Better than 86% of models
Market range: <10 mm – >50 mm
This pair of headphones uses a driver size of 50 mm, larger driver size than 86.3% of headphones and equal to 8.2% of headphones.
Number of drivers
1
Number of drivers
1
▼ Worse than 4% of models
Market range: <1 – >4
This pair of headphones uses 1 drivers, fewer drivers than 4% of headphones and equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
5 Hz
Lowest frequency
5 Hz
▲ Better than 86% of models
Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
This pair of headphones reaches a lowest frequency of 5 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 86.3% of headphones and equal to 10.8% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
no
Noise-canceling microphone
no
▼ Worse than 39% of models
This pair of headphones does not support a noise-canceling microphone. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
yes
Can be used as a headset
yes
▲ Better than 15% of models
This pair of headphones is headset-ready, 84.8% is not. 15.2% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
1
Number of microphones
1
▲ Better than 27% of models
Market range: <0 – >4
This pair of headphones has 1 microphones, more microphones than 26.9% of headphones and equal to 50.9% of headphones.
Boom microphone
yes
Boom microphone
yes
▲ Better than 87% of models
This pair of headphones includes a boom microphone. 86.5% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
N/A
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Connectivity
wired
Connectivity
wired
▼ Worse than 49% of models
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
Multipoint support
no
▼ Worse than 31% of models
This pair of headphones does not support multipoint. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
no
Ambient sound mode
no
▼ Worse than 25% of models
This pair of headphones does not offer ambient sound mode. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
no
EQ support
no
▼ Worse than 23% of models
This pair of headphones does not support EQ customization. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
no
Companion app
no
▼ Worse than 22% of models
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
?
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Battery life
N/A
Battery life with ANC
N/A
Charging time
N/A
Quick charge
no
Quick charge
no
▼ Worse than 33% of models
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
Ultrasone
Form factor
over-ear
Weight
300 g
Weight
300 g
▼ Worse than 81% of models
Market range: <14 g – >340 g
This pair of headphones weighs 300 g, heavier than 80.9% of headphones and equal to 1.3% of headphones.
Acoustic design
closed-back
Clamp force
?
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Ultrasone Signature DJ vs the average pair of headphones

246810TotalDesignSoundBatteryConnectivityCalls & ControlsFeatures
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    Hi-Res Audio certification
    yes
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    This pair of headphones has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.1% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • Spatial audio support
    Spatial audio
    yes
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    This pair of headphones supports spatial audio, the average pair of headphones does not. 15.9% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • 10 mm larger driver size
    Driver size
    50 mm
    ▲ Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <10 mm – >50 mm
    This pair of headphones uses a larger driver size than the average pair of headphones (50 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    50 mm vs 40 mm
  • 13 Hz lower bass extension
    Lowest frequency
    5 Hz
    ▲ Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
    This pair of headphones has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (5 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    5 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 13 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Sensitivity
    115 dB/mW
    ▲ Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <94 dB/mW – >115 dB/mW
    This pair of headphones has a higher sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (115 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    115 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • LDAC support
    LDAC
    yes
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This pair of headphones supports LDAC, the average pair of headphones does not. 8.1% of headphones support LDAC.
  • 12,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Highest frequency
    32,000 Hz
    ▲ Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <20k Hz – >40k Hz
    This pair of headphones has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (32000 Hz vs 20000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20000 Hz.
    32,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • In-line controls
    In-line controls
    yes
    ▲ Better than 63% of models
    This pair of headphones includes in-line controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 36.6% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • Foldable design
    Foldable
    yes
    ▲ Better than 52% of models
    This pair of headphones has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
  • 12 mm more spacious earcup width
    Earcup inner width
    56 mm
    ▲ Better than 83% of models
    Market range: <33 mm – >60 mm
    This pair of headphones offers more spacious earcup width than the average pair of headphones (56 mm vs 44 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 44 mm.
    56 mm vs 44 mm
  • Dj-focused design
    Designed for DJ use
    yes
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    This pair of headphones is designed for DJ use, the average pair of headphones is not. 2.9% of headphones are designed for DJ use.
    Explicit DJ-oriented model or product line.
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    Hi-Res Audio certification
    yes
    ▲ Better than 77% of models
    This pair of headphones has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.1% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • Spatial audio support
    Spatial audio
    yes
    ▲ Better than 84% of models
    This pair of headphones supports spatial audio, the average pair of headphones does not. 15.9% of headphones support spatial audio.
  • 10 mm larger driver size
    Driver size
    50 mm
    ▲ Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <10 mm – >50 mm
    This pair of headphones uses a larger driver size than the average pair of headphones (50 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    50 mm vs 40 mm
  • 13 Hz lower bass extension
    Lowest frequency
    5 Hz
    ▲ Better than 86% of models
    Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
    This pair of headphones has a lower lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (5 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    5 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 13 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Sensitivity
    115 dB/mW
    ▲ Better than 89% of models
    Market range: <94 dB/mW – >115 dB/mW
    This pair of headphones has a higher sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (115 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    115 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • 12,000 Hz higher treble extension
    Highest frequency
    32,000 Hz
    ▲ Better than 81% of models
    Market range: <20k Hz – >40k Hz
    This pair of headphones has a higher highest frequency than the average pair of headphones (32000 Hz vs 20000 Hz). The average headphones reach a highest frequency of 20000 Hz.
    32,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz
  • 12 dB SPL higher sound pressure level
    Sound pressure level
    115 dB SPL
    ▲ Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <94 dB SPL – >115 dB SPL
    This pair of headphones has a higher sound pressure level than the average pair of headphones (115 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
    115 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL
  • LDAC support
    LDAC
    yes
    ★ Better than 92% of models
    This pair of headphones supports LDAC, the average pair of headphones does not. 8.1% of headphones support LDAC.
  • In-line controls
    In-line controls
    yes
    ▲ Better than 63% of models
    This pair of headphones includes in-line controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 36.6% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • Quick mic mute
    Mute function
    yes
    ▲ Better than 71% of models
    This pair of headphones includes a quick mic mute, the average pair of headphones does not. 29.3% of headphones support a mute function.
  • Boom microphone included
    Boom microphone
    yes
    ▲ Better than 87% of models
    This pair of headphones includes a boom microphone, the average pair of headphones does not. 13.5% of headphones have a boom microphone.
  • 37.6% higher weight
    Weight
    300 g
    ▼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <14 g – >340 g
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (300 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    300 g vs 218 g
  • 7.78x more expensive
    Ultrasone Signature DJ is more expensive than the average pair of headphones (£700 vs £90).
    £700 vs £90
  • No battery indicator
    Battery level indicator
    no
    ▼ Worse than 56% of models
    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.
  • 10.3% worse value for money
    Ultrasone Signature DJ has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (6.59 vs 7.3).
    6.59 vs 7.27
  • 13.4% lower user score
    User score
    7.1/ 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
    ▼▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Ultrasone Signature DJ
    the average pair of headphones
    Ultrasone Signature DJ has a lower user score than the average pair of headphones (7.06 vs 8.000).
    7.06 vs 8
  • Tangle-prone cable
    Tangle-free cable
    no
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    This pair of headphones uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average pair of headphones is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • 4 mm tighter earcup height
    Earcup inner height
    56 mm
    ▼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <43 mm – >73 mm
    This pair of headphones has tighter earcup height than the average pair of headphones (56 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
    56 mm vs 60 mm
  • 69.8% less popular
    Ultrasone Signature DJ is less popular than the average pair of headphones (3.46 vs 5.9).
    3.46 vs 5.87
  • 7.78x more expensive
    Ultrasone Signature DJ is more expensive than the average pair of headphones (£700 vs £90).
    £700 vs £90
  • 10.3% worse value for money
    Ultrasone Signature DJ has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (6.59 vs 7.3).
    6.59 vs 7.27
  • 13.4% lower user score
    User score
    7.1/ 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
    ▼▼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Ultrasone Signature DJ
    the average pair of headphones
    Ultrasone Signature DJ has a lower user score than the average pair of headphones (7.06 vs 8.000).
    7.06 vs 8
  • 69.8% less popular
    Ultrasone Signature DJ is less popular than the average pair of headphones (3.46 vs 5.9).
    3.46 vs 5.87
  • 37.6% higher weight
    Weight
    300 g
    ▼ Worse than 81% of models
    Market range: <14 g – >340 g
    This pair of headphones is heavier than the average pair of headphones (300 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    300 g vs 218 g
  • Tangle-prone cable
    Tangle-free cable
    no
    ▼ Worse than 64% of models
    This pair of headphones uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average pair of headphones is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • 4 mm tighter earcup height
    Earcup inner height
    56 mm
    ▼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <43 mm – >73 mm
    This pair of headphones has tighter earcup height than the average pair of headphones (56 mm vs 60 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup height of 60 mm.
    56 mm vs 60 mm
  • No battery indicator
    Battery level indicator
    no
    ▼ Worse than 56% of models
    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.
  • 4 older release date
    Release date
    2012
    ▼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This pair of headphones was released earlier than the average pair of headphones (2012 vs 2016). The average headphones were released in 2016.
    October 2012
    2012 vs 2016

Video reviews

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Expert reviews

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head-fi.org
17/08/2012
Summary of the review
Ultrasone Signature DJ | Page 180 - Head-Fi
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digitaldjtips.com
26/11/2012
Summary of the review
Ultrasone Signature Headphones Review - Digital DJ Tips
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head-fi.org
07/11/2012
Summary of the review
Ultrasone Signature DJ | Headphone Reviews and Discussion
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bonedo.de
20/12/2015
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Ultrasone Signature DJ Review - Bonedo
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kopfhoerer.de
03/11/2015
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Ultrasone Signature DJ review on kopfhoerer.de", "Ultrasone Signature DJ tested by kopfhoerer.de
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homecinema-fr.com
09/12/2018
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User Review: Ultrasone Signature DJ vs Fostex TR-X00", "User Comparison: Ultrasone Signature DJ vs Fostex TR-X00
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hispasonic.com
10/01/2022
Summary of the review
Ultrasone Signature: closed-back headphones for challenging situations.", "Ultrasone Signature: closed headphones for demanding conditions.
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Third-party reviews

Based on 20 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: June 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about Ultrasone Signature DJ

  • Outstanding soundstage for a closed-back design due to S-Logic Plus technology
  • Powerful, deep, and well-controlled bass without muddiness
  • High-quality materials, including soft Ethiopian sheepskin leather for pads and headband
  • Exceptional noise isolation suitable for loud club environments
  • High sensitivity (115 dB) makes them easy to drive even with mobile devices
  • Durable, handmade German construction with individually numbered units
  • Includes a high-quality hard case and two detachable cables (coiled and straight with mic)

What we don't like about Ultrasone Signature DJ

  • High retail price compared to other professional DJ headphones
  • Strong clamping pressure can become uncomfortable after 2-3 hours of use
  • Sound signature has slightly recessed (thin) lower mids
  • Bass quantity may be considered overwhelming for neutral-seeking audiophiles
  • White housing and leather can be prone to discolouration or staining over time
  • Design is sometimes viewed as dated or 'old-school' compared to modern rivals
  • Genuine replacement ear pads are very expensive

Verdict

The Ultrasone Signature DJ is a premium, closed-back professional headphone handcrafted in Germany, featuring 50mm Mylar drivers with NdFeB magnets and a wide frequency response of 5Hz to 32kHz. It integrates patented S-Logic Plus technology for a natural surround soundstage and ULE MU-metal shielding to reduce electromagnetic radiation by up to 98%. Main characteristics include a low 32-ohm impedance and high 115dB sensitivity, making them easily driven by mobile devices. Pros include high-end construction with perspiration-resistant Ethiopian sheepskin leather ear pads, toughened glass nameplates, and a bass-oriented yet distortion-free sound signature ideal for club environments. Main cons include a very high retail price, a potentially tight clamping force that can cause discomfort during long sessions, and reports of the plastic chassis being prone to creaking.

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