Brainwavz HM100

Large soundstage ; Somewhat neutral tone

Sharp treble ; Slight lack of mid texture in some areas

Giant closed-back headphones for those who aren't afraid of sharp treble

Clear, wide sound ; Comfortable despite their bulk ; Carrying case and spare pads included

Treble is too energetic, leading to a chilly sound signature ; Dubious construction quality ; Huge cans that don’t collapse down

The Brainwavz HM100s are an example of a product that’s designed to check off too many boxes and, as a result, doesn’t adequately fill any of them.

Stylish design ; One size fits all ; Wide soundstage

Not the most portable ; Lack punch in the sub-bass ; Wide soundstage not for everyone

Whether you’ll get on well with the Brainwavz HM100s will likely come down to personal preference. If you’re looking for closed back headphones with a wide soundstage and plenty of instrument separation, look no further.