V-MODA Crossfade 3 Wireless Headphones (Various Colors) $180 + Free Shipping

hizzledizzle

Feb 28, 2024 04:49 PM

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hizzledizzleFeb 28, 2024 04:49 PM

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I'm really interested in these. Any thoughts? I want Bluetooth headphones that I can also use with my 3.5mm V-Moda boom mic for work, but lots of them are starting to move to 2.5mm jacks. A lot of headphones with Bluetooth also have "consumer friendly" audio profiles that don't give me the sound I want when plugged into a guitar amp. I was looking at Sennheiser Momentum 4s with a 2.5 to 3.5 adapter, but that sounds inelegant.

I'd really like a do-it-all set with a flat sound, 3.5mm jack, Bluetooth, and ANC is nice but not necessary. Recommendations?

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matlok

Feb 28, 2024 07:52 PM

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matlokFeb 28, 2024 07:52 PM

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Quote from hizzledizzle

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I'm really interested in these. Any thoughts? I want Bluetooth headphones that I can also use with my 3.5mm V-Moda boom mic for work, but lots of them are starting to move to 2.5mm jacks. A lot of headphones with Bluetooth also have "consumer friendly" audio profiles that don't give me the sound I want when plugged into a guitar amp. I was looking at Sennheiser Momentum 4s with a 2.5 to 3.5 adapter, but that sounds inelegant.

I'd really like a do-it-all set with a flat sound, 3.5mm jack, Bluetooth, and ANC is nice but not necessary. Recommendations?

I'm not 100% sure, but I don't think you can use the boom mic in Bluetooth mode.

AdmiralAsshat

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Feb 28, 2024 07:58 PM

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AdmiralAsshat

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Feb 28, 2024 07:58 PM

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Had a pair of V-Moda Crossfade M-80s about ten years ago. Decent sound, certainly looked stylish. My biggest complaint was that the model I had were on-ear rather than over-ear, and that made them very unpleasant if not outright painful to wear for more than an hour at a time. I don't know if later models have rethought that design choice, but something to consider, if not.

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dacrazydude

Feb 28, 2024 08:11 PM

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dacrazydudeFeb 28, 2024 08:11 PM

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The looks like they're exactly the same as the crossfade 2 codec edition (which came with aptx codec) except for the usb-c port?

If so, these were solid headphones for the price considering their design and fairly good if you like the V shaped sound. One of the better sounding Bluetooth headsets and it still has aux inputs.

Haven't swung by head-fi though. Curious what those folks think.

dacrazydude

Feb 28, 2024 08:14 PM

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dacrazydudeFeb 28, 2024 08:14 PM

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Quote from AdmiralAsshat

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Had a pair of V-Moda Crossfade M-80s about ten years ago. Decent sound, certainly looked stylish. My biggest complaint was that the model I had were on-ear rather than over-ear, and that made them very unpleasant if not outright painful to wear for more than an hour at a time. I don't know if later models have rethought that design choice, but something to consider, if not.

These are over ear. That said, the m-80s offered better and more balanced around than the crossfades in my opinion. I have both still (somewhere).

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lawstudent

Feb 28, 2024 09:54 PM

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lawstudentFeb 28, 2024 09:54 PM

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Damn, was just wearing crossfade 2 AAC codex I bought 4 years ago - love the sound, looks, and build quality but was cursing them for the outdated micro usb charging connector - still great headphones and going strong so it seems unnecessary for me to upgrade just to get usb-c charging and longer battery life, but it is tempting.

These are very unlike the plastic/lightweight fold flat Sony headsets, also used in my household, and do lack ANC and auto features - but I prefer the rugged nature, style, and small melon sized travel case for these V-Moda greatly.

Would also note that these V-Moda don't breathe too well and after long listening sessions outside walking in Southern California - I am left very sweaty.

My kid wears his Sony set almost 24/7 - so I think the light weight design of those work better for his use case.

Last edited by lawstudent February 28, 2024 at 01:57 PM.

UniqueKnob1527

Feb 28, 2024 10:36 PM

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UniqueKnob1527Feb 28, 2024 10:36 PM

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They used to be my favorite.

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Bizadam7

Feb 29, 2024 01:16 AM

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Bizadam7Feb 29, 2024 01:16 AM

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I gamed with vmodas and the boom mic for a long time until the line integrity wore out from daily use. I liked them but I have found Sony 1000xm series to be superior at that price point.

hellspice

Feb 29, 2024 05:46 PM

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hellspiceFeb 29, 2024 05:46 PM

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Huge V-Moda fan from 2005-2015. Carried these with me everywhere. Absolute excellent sound, especially via the 1/4" plug coming from the home stereo receiver. When the 3/16" plug dropped from phone, I was an early buyer of the Bluetooth V-Moda and the sound was just as good. I even bought these for my kids, which they loved because they were "real" headphones and were good for car rides and trips and such. I fly a lot, so I wanted noise cancellation and tried the Bose and the Sony XM3. Ended up giving the Bose to my wife and went with the Sonys and never looked back. Have been a Sony XM3, XM4, now XM5 owner ever since. Sony has the complete package. I also wear the older XMs when on the riding lawnmower in the summer and it's like the engine isn't even on. In sum, V-Moda good, Sony better.

Last edited by hellspice February 29, 2024 at 11:33 AM.

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CraigC6529

Mar 01, 2024 02:19 AM

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CraigC6529Mar 01, 2024 02:19 AM

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Quote from AdmiralAsshat

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Had a pair of V-Moda Crossfade M-80s about ten years ago. Decent sound, certainly looked stylish. My biggest complaint was that the model I had were on-ear rather than over-ear, and that made them very unpleasant if not outright painful to wear for more than an hour at a time. I don't know if later models have rethought that design choice, but something to consider, if not.

100 pct accurate. Ears was always in pain from these

abodd

Mar 01, 2024 11:12 AM

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aboddMar 01, 2024 11:12 AM

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Wow I had the crossfade lp1 like 10-13 years ago. They were great. Idk what happened to them?

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kinubic

Mar 02, 2024 03:52 PM

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kinubicMar 02, 2024 03:52 PM

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Quote from CraigC6529

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100 pct accurate. Ears was always in pain from these

Get the XL earcups + these = win!

guest17775

Mar 04, 2024 05:23 AM

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guest17775Mar 04, 2024 05:23 AM

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They have m200 anc for another $20: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/pr...r_ear.html

MICHAELSD

Mar 04, 2024 05:40 AM

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MICHAELSDMar 04, 2024 05:40 AM

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Roland bought the company and the products are different, for better or worse. I haven't tested them, just FYI.

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rcaguy5

Mar 05, 2024 09:59 AM

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rcaguy5Mar 05, 2024 09:59 AM

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I own the original m100, the Crossfade 2, and the m100 master. Didn't needs these headphones but I bought them anyways. Only saw the gold version on sale, but that's okay, I would have chose the gold or silver.

Product Description:	Listen on the go with a pair of V-MODA Crossfade 3 Wireless Headphones in matte black. These headphones play audio through 50mm dual-diaphragm drivers that have inner and outer rings to prevent bass notes from bleeding into higher frequencies. The Qualcomm aptX HD audio codec enables the matte black edition to receive higher-quality sound than is possible when using standard Bluetooth.
Product SKU:	1758594
active_noise_cancellation:	No
audio_connector:	1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm TRRS Male Angled
audio_connector_to_earpiece:	1x 1/8" / 3.5 mm Male
box_dimensions_lxwxh:	7.8 x 6.5 x 4.5"
color:	Black
controlsmicrophone_location:	Controls: Right EarpieceMicrophone: Right Earpiece
driver_size:	1.97" / 50 mm
driver_type:	Dynamic
earpiece_connection_wearing_style:	Headband
earpiece_design:	Over-Ear (Circumaural)
earpiece_swivel:	Not Specified by Manufacturer
environmental_protection:	No
foldable:	Yes
frequency_response:	5 Hz to 40 kHz (Wired)
full_remote_os_support:	Not Specified by Manufacturer
impedance:	32 Ohms
mobile_app_compatible:	No
noise_cancelling_microphone:	No
number_of_drivers:	1, per Earpiece
package_weight:	1.69 lb
runtime:	30 Hours
weight:	11.1 oz / 315 g

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