TOP 5 tracks to listen to on your new headphones
We’ve searched for, listened to and listed 5 of the very best music tracks that will showcase your headphones' capabilities.
1. Bohemian Rhapsody Remastered (2011) by Queen
From the echoes of the chorus to the multi-layered harmonies and the instantly recognizable opera sections, Bohemian Rhapsody is more than just a song; it's a story told in sound waves that have reverberated throughout generations.
Freddie Mercury's masterpiece was remastered and released in 2011, upgraded for streaming, with more nuanced instrument sounds and better clarity. If you want to test the full range of your new headphones, this is the song to go with.
2. Seven Nation Army by The White Stripes
The deep bassline poses a great test for headphones and speakers alike, while the mix of different instruments, coupled with the bassline consistently playing in the background, will help you test your new devices' dynamic response.
3. Feels Like We Only Go Backwards by Tame Impala
This is a great song to test your new headphones' overall sound field. The arrangement lets you hear from all directions, and good headphones should be able to replicate this perfectly.
From the slight variations of the bass line to the electric organ's nuance, Feels Like We Only Go Backwards is a great track that you can use to gauge the overall clarity and response of your new headphones.
4. Heroes (2017 Remaster) by David Bowie
Ideally, you'd want to make sure your device can handle changes in musical intensity seamlessly. Heroes is a great track to test this. From the faint sounds of the lead guitar to the piano keys, topped with the consistent pitch variation in Bowie's voice, this is a fantastic track to put your headphones through the paces.
5. No Time for Caution by Hans Zimmer
No Time for Caution may seem like a simple instrumental on the surface, but there's a lot to notice, if you listen closely. Hans Zimmer's masterpiece continues to add on instruments as it grows in intensity until the hairs on the back of your neck begin to stand.
The song starts slow, with a simple drum beat, until the air's suddenly punctuated with an organ. Violins soon join in, and before long, you'll find it difficult to make out different instruments as the entire orchestra kicks into gear.
It's a phenomenal track to test headphones, as it'll help you gauge the midrange response and the bass levels of your new cans.
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