{"id":47358,"date":"2025-11-07T11:53:59","date_gmt":"2025-11-07T11:53:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/?p=47358"},"modified":"2025-11-18T17:15:07","modified_gmt":"2025-11-18T17:15:07","slug":"best-songs-to-test-headphones","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-songs-to-test-headphones\/","title":{"rendered":"The 11 Best Songs to Test Headphones"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_84 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-songs-to-test-headphones\/#In_a_hurry\" >In a hurry?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-songs-to-test-headphones\/#The_best_songs_to_test_headphones\" >The best songs to test headphones<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-songs-to-test-headphones\/#1_%E2%80%9CElectronic_Performers%E2%80%9D_by_Air\" >1. &#8220;Electronic Performers&#8221; by Air<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-songs-to-test-headphones\/#2_%E2%80%9C3WW%E2%80%9D_by_Alt-J\" >2. &#8220;3WW&#8221; by Alt-J<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-songs-to-test-headphones\/#3_%E2%80%9CGiorgio_by_Moroder%E2%80%9D_by_Daft_Punk\" >3. &#8220;Giorgio by Moroder&#8221; by Daft Punk<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-songs-to-test-headphones\/#4_%E2%80%9CClose_to_Me%E2%80%9D_by_The_Cure\" >4. &#8220;Close to Me&#8221; by The Cure<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-songs-to-test-headphones\/#5_%E2%80%9CToms_Diner%E2%80%9D_by_Suzanne_Vega\" >5. &#8220;Tom&#8217;s Diner&#8221; by Suzanne Vega<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-songs-to-test-headphones\/#6_%E2%80%9CLust_for_Life_The_Prodigy_Remix%E2%80%9D_by_Iggy_PopThe_Prodigy\" >6. &#8220;Lust for Life (The Prodigy Remix)&#8221; by Iggy Pop\/The Prodigy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-songs-to-test-headphones\/#7_%E2%80%9CI_Found_Out%E2%80%9D_by_John_Lennon\" >7. &#8220;I Found Out&#8221; by John Lennon<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-songs-to-test-headphones\/#8_%E2%80%9CCowboys_from_Hell%E2%80%9D_by_Pantera\" >8. &#8220;Cowboys from Hell&#8221; by Pantera<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-songs-to-test-headphones\/#9_%E2%80%9CMarea_weve_lost_dancing%E2%80%9D_by_Fred_Again_feat_The_Blessed_Madonna\" >9. &#8220;Marea (we\u2019ve lost dancing)&#8221; by Fred Again.. feat. The Blessed Madonna<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-songs-to-test-headphones\/#10_%E2%80%9CBring_it_On_Acoustic%E2%80%9D_by_Seal\" >10. &#8220;Bring it On (Acoustic)&#8221; by Seal<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-songs-to-test-headphones\/#11_%E2%80%9CWhats_the_Difference%E2%80%9D_by_Dr_Dre\" >11. &#8220;What\u2019s the Difference&#8221; by Dr. Dre<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-songs-to-test-headphones\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-songs-to-test-headphones\/#Which_song_is_best_to_test_earphones\" >Which song is best to test earphones?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-songs-to-test-headphones\/#What_music_is_best_for_revising_or_working\" >What music is best for revising or working?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-songs-to-test-headphones\/#What_is_audio_clipping\" >What is audio clipping?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/best-songs-to-test-headphones\/#Final_thoughts\" >Final thoughts<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>[et_pb_section fb_built=&#8221;1&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_row _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; background_size=&#8221;initial&#8221; background_position=&#8221;top_left&#8221; background_repeat=&#8221;repeat&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][et_pb_column type=&#8221;4_4&#8243; _builder_version=&#8221;4.16&#8243; custom_padding=&#8221;|||&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221; custom_padding__hover=&#8221;|||&#8221;][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;Intro&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"58\" data-end=\"358\"><span style=\"color: #999999;\">Featured image: Creative Commons License by <a id=\"yui_3_16_0_1_1762515425191_2377\" class=\"owner-name truncate\" title=\"Go to josh bis\u2019s photostream\" href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/joshc\/3459316415\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"author noopener\" data-track=\"attributionNameClick\">josh bis<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"58\" data-end=\"358\">If you\u2019re in the market for a new pair of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.av.com\/headphones\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">headphones<\/a><\/strong> and wondering what material to use to try them out, we&#8217;re here to help. Below are some of the\u00a0<strong>best songs to test headphones<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"360\" data-end=\"601\">With so many great tracks out there, I decided to take a different approach &#8211; selecting songs that offer something unique in testing scenarios. I\u2019ve also included a range of genres to help reveal the full potential of any pair of headphones.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_image src=&#8221;https:\/\/www.av.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/AV-Trade-in-Blog-Banner.jpg&#8221; alt=&#8221;AV Trade-In In-Page Banner&#8221; title_text=&#8221;AV-Trade-in-Blog-Banner&#8221; url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.av.com\/trade-in?utm_source=blog&#038;utm_medium=banner&#038;utm_campaign=blog+av+trade+in&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; admin_label=&#8221;AV Trade-In In-Page Banner&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.17.4&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; global_module=&#8221;46457&#8243; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;In a hurry?&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"In_a_hurry\"><\/span>In a hurry?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p>If you need to test a pair of headphones quickly, here are the top three songs we recommend:<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>&#8220;Electronic Performers&#8221; by Air<\/li>\n<li>&#8220;3WW&#8221; by Alt-J<\/li>\n<li>&#8220;Giorgio by Moroder&#8221; by Daft Punk<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=&#8221;https:\/\/www.av.com\/headphones&#8221; url_new_window=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text=&#8221;SHOP HEADPHONES&#8221; button_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_button=&#8221;on&#8221; button_text_size=&#8221;14px&#8221; button_text_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; button_bg_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_border_width=&#8221;0px&#8221; button_border_color=&#8221;#0e95cf&#8221; button_font=&#8221;Arial|700|||||||&#8221; button_icon=&#8221;&#x35;||divi||400&#8243; button_icon_color=&#8221;#FFFFFF&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;10px|30px|10px|30px|false|false&#8221; box_shadow_style=&#8221;preset6&#8243; box_shadow_blur=&#8221;2px&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{}&#8221;][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;The best songs to test headphones&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_best_songs_to_test_headphones\"><\/span>The best songs to test headphones<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_%E2%80%9CElectronic_Performers%E2%80%9D_by_Air\"><\/span>1. &#8220;Electronic Performers&#8221; by Air<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Very few tracks have the complete dynamic range to test your headphones, but &#8220;Electronic Performers&#8221; by Air is one such track. Air&#8217;s experimental and progressive style mixes so many music styles that it can be somewhat over-complicated for many lesser-quality headphones.<\/p>\n<p>This track is all about placement, control, and impact. The stereo panning around 1:30 should tell you how capable your headphones are, while the distorted vocals and many reverbed details added throughout the track should never sound out of tune.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_%E2%80%9C3WW%E2%80%9D_by_Alt-J\"><\/span>2. &#8220;3WW&#8221; by Alt-J<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>With &#8220;3WW&#8221;, it&#8217;s all about control and separation &#8211; the layering of instrumentation is sublime, yet highly complex in how Alt-J execute it.<\/p>\n<p>The finer detail, where you hear fire in the crackling or people laughing whilst frolicking in the water, is just another level of their layering. And while all that\u2019s going on, the track&#8217;s ebbing and flowing nature incorporates sweet vocals that create a delightful harmony that is both gentle and powerful.<\/p>\n<p>Marry this with the separation of the instruments, and you&#8217;ll see why we&#8217;ve included this song on the list &#8211; it&#8217;s also a firm favourite for putting any pair of headphones through their paces.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_%E2%80%9CGiorgio_by_Moroder%E2%80%9D_by_Daft_Punk\"><\/span>3. &#8220;Giorgio by Moroder&#8221; by Daft Punk<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Daft Punk&#8217;s &#8220;Giorgio by Moroder&#8221; tests the spatial abilities of your headphones. It&#8217;s my favourite track on the album, but be warned that it is nine minutes long!<\/p>\n<p>From the start, this autobiography-style track grows in presence and with each step, you hear more elements being added, opening up those spatial effects. The track never sounds cumbersome and delivers a disco vibe while still feeling completely modern \u2014 despite being over 12 years old. As for the crescendo, it builds naturally, highlighting the track\u2019s complexity and distinctive character with just a simple click.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zhl-Cs1-sG4?si=hEmkUcX05aU3neJn\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_%E2%80%9CClose_to_Me%E2%80%9D_by_The_Cure\"><\/span>4. &#8220;Close to Me&#8221; by The Cure<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>There is so much going on in &#8220;Close to Me&#8221; that it tests a bit of everything.<\/p>\n<p>You have the Yamaha DX-7 synth, a trumpet, backing singers &#8211; the lot. If you can&#8217;t hear all those elements clearly, it&#8217;s time to put the headphones down!<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_%E2%80%9CToms_Diner%E2%80%9D_by_Suzanne_Vega\"><\/span>5. &#8220;Tom&#8217;s Diner&#8221; by Suzanne Vega<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>If you&#8217;ve never heard this track, you&#8217;re in for a treat. The a cappella version of &#8220;Tom&#8217;s Diner&#8221; famously set the standard for MP3 \u2014 earning Vega the nickname \u201cmother of MP3\u201d (true story).<\/p>\n<p>With just her voice to create the rhythm, there is nothing fancy about the reproduction, just the honest sound of Vega&#8217;s voice without echo or enhancements. This allows you to hear the true sound of an artist&#8217;s vocal range.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_%E2%80%9CLust_for_Life_The_Prodigy_Remix%E2%80%9D_by_Iggy_PopThe_Prodigy\"><\/span>6. &#8220;Lust for Life (The Prodigy Remix)&#8221; by Iggy Pop\/The Prodigy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>This is a loud track, full of fire and bite, yet it never loses the essence of Iggy Pop\u2019s original. The Prodigy\u2019s twist takes &#8220;Lust for Life&#8221; up to 11, making it a solid test of whether your headphones can keep pace with its energy.<\/p>\n<p>The Prodigy track doesn\u2019t forgive poor electronics or headphones. If you find that it sounds sluggish in any way, it&#8217;s time to put to look elsewhere; you want to be able to feel the energy of the song.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/VyQgNdxtGiQ?si=CN-VAMF_cZWi4kKL\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_%E2%80%9CI_Found_Out%E2%80%9D_by_John_Lennon\"><\/span>7. &#8220;I Found Out&#8221; by John Lennon<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>As recordings go, <em data-start=\"64\" data-end=\"94\">John Lennon\/Plastic Ono Band<\/em> is one of the most significant in music history. Unlike many others, it carries a raw, uncompressed quality that will test any headphones\u00a0with ease.<\/p>\n<p>In &#8220;I Found Out&#8221;, Lennon\u2019s voice should never get lost in the mix, and Ringo Starr\u2019s drumming should sound quite harsh and punchy. If the guitar sounds harsh, however, it\u2019s a sign that your headphones are struggling to replicate the experimental sound that John and Ono were aiming to create.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_%E2%80%9CCowboys_from_Hell%E2%80%9D_by_Pantera\"><\/span>8. &#8220;Cowboys from Hell&#8221; by Pantera<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Even if you\u2019re not a heavy metal fan, &#8220;Cowboys from Hell&#8221; is a must-listen. It brings a wide range of sounds that can really show a pair of headphones&#8217; advantages and limitations.<\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s some fantastic imaging here \u2014 solo guitar work and just about every vocal frequency shout you\u2019d want to test your headphones with. Those double bass drum kicks should be felt, but they should never interfere with the rest of the track. For me, it&#8217;s an absolute belter of a track to try, as it highlights weaknesses in seconds.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_%E2%80%9CMarea_weve_lost_dancing%E2%80%9D_by_Fred_Again_feat_The_Blessed_Madonna\"><\/span>9. &#8220;Marea (we\u2019ve lost dancing)&#8221; by Fred Again.. feat. The Blessed Madonna<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>The most recent track in this line-up, produced during COVID, sees Fred Again and The Blessed Madonna create an enduring anthem that will spark an emotional response in many listeners.<\/p>\n<p>With its house beat and sampled vocals, this melodic track has plenty of space, making it one of the best songs to test headphones. The production bounces the sounds around your head while focusing heavily on the vocals.<\/p>\n<p>If you feel there is no emotional trigger, and you\u2019re a keen music lover, then it&#8217;s time to swap those headphones.<\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/l4UkYBr1NnA?si=MCk48wafUjjFI1sp\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_%E2%80%9CBring_it_On_Acoustic%E2%80%9D_by_Seal\"><\/span>10. &#8220;Bring it On (Acoustic)&#8221; by Seal<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Having been a fan of Seal since I first heard &#8220;Killer&#8221;, there are many tracks I could&#8217;ve chosen for this list. &#8220;Bring It On&#8221;, however, showcases his uniquely soft yet gruff vocal delivery. Partner that with the timbre of the acoustic reproduction, and this track is an absolute gem for headphone testing.<\/p>\n<p>It demands control, and its sense of spaciousness stands out like no other track on this list, highlighting the light percussion and ever-present acoustic guitar, which perfectly complement Seal\u2019s rhythmic vocals.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_%E2%80%9CWhats_the_Difference%E2%80%9D_by_Dr_Dre\"><\/span>11. &#8220;What\u2019s the Difference&#8221; by Dr. Dre<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>Dr. Dre&#8217;s &#8220;What&#8217;s the Difference&#8221; hits the sweet spot, maintaining quality even with the compression applied to shape its overall sound &#8211; a defining feature of the record. If your headphones can&#8217;t replicate that textured feel, it\u2019s time to consider replacing them.<\/p>\n<p>Like all good headphone-testing tracks, this one plays with stereo imaging. You should be able to hear how layered the track is, along with the subtle intricacies that only a great pair of headphones will reveal.<\/p>\n<p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text admin_label=&#8221;FAQs&#8221; _builder_version=&#8221;4.18.0&#8243; _module_preset=&#8221;default&#8221; custom_padding=&#8221;20px||||false|false&#8221; border_width_top=&#8221;2px&#8221; border_color_top=&#8221;gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f&#8221; global_colors_info=&#8221;{%22gcid-45928375-1fd3-4d7e-b1f0-0adee316b54f%22:%91%22border_color_top%22%93}&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<h4><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_song_is_best_to_test_earphones\"><\/span>Which song is best to test earphones?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n<p>The best songs to test earphones will also be the best ones to test headphones. 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Below are some of the\u00a0<strong>best songs to test headphones<\/strong>.<\/p><p data-start=\"360\" data-end=\"601\">With so many great tracks out there, I decided to take a different approach - selecting songs that offer something unique in testing scenarios. I\u2019ve also included a range of genres to help reveal the full potential of any pair of headphones.<\/p><hr \/><h3>In a hurry?<\/h3><ol><li>\"Electronic Performers\" by Air<\/li><li>\"3WW\" by Alt-J<\/li><li>\"Giorgio by Moroder\" by Daft Punk<\/li><\/ol><hr \/><h3>The best songs to test headphones<\/h3><h4>1. \"Electronic Performers\" by Air<\/h4><p>Very few tracks have the complete dynamic range to test your headphones, but \"Electronic Performers\" by Air is one such track. Air's experimental and progressive style mixes so many music styles that it can be somewhat over-complicated for many lesser-quality headphones.<\/p><p>This track is all about placement, control, and impact. The stereo panning around 1:30 should tell you how capable your headphones are, while the distorted vocals and many reverbed details added throughout the track should never sound out of tune.<\/p><hr \/><h4>2. \"3WW\" by Alt-J<\/h4><p>With \"3WW\", it's all about control and separation - the layering of instrumentation is sublime, yet highly complex in how Alt-J execute it.<\/p><p>The finer detail, where you hear fire in the crackling or people laughing whilst frolicking in the water, is just another level of their layering. And while all that\u2019s going on, the track's ebbing and flowing nature incorporates sweet vocals that create a delightful harmony that is both gentle and powerful.<\/p><p>Marry this with the separation of the instruments, and you'll see why we've included this song on the list - it's also a firm favourite for putting any pair of headphones through their paces.<\/p><hr \/><h4>3. \"Giorgio by Moroder\" by Daft Punk<\/h4><p>Daft Punk's \"Giorgio by Moroder\" tests the spatial abilities of your headphones. It's my favourite track on the album, but be warned that it is nine minutes long!<\/p><p>From the start, this autobiography-style track grows in presence and with each step, you hear more elements being added, opening up those spatial effects. The track never sounds cumbersome and delivers a disco vibe while still feeling completely modern \u2014 despite being over 12 years old. As for the crescendo, it builds naturally, highlighting the track\u2019s complexity and distinctive character with just a simple click.<\/p><p><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/zhl-Cs1-sG4?si=hEmkUcX05aU3neJn\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p><hr \/><h4>4. \"Close to Me\" by The Cure<\/h4><p>There is so much going on in \"Close to Me\" that it tests a bit of everything.<\/p><p>You have the Yamaha DX-7 synth, a trumpet, backing singers - the lot. If you can't hear all those elements clearly, it's time to put the headphones down!<\/p><hr \/><h4>5. \"Tom's Diner\" by Suzanne Vega<\/h4><p>If you've never heard this track, you're in for a treat. The a cappella version of \"Tom's Diner\" famously set the standard for MP3 \u2014 earning Vega the nickname \u201cmother of MP3\u201d (true story).<\/p><p>With just her voice to create the rhythm, there is nothing fancy about the reproduction, just the honest sound of Vega's voice without echo or enhancements. This allows you to hear the true sound of an artist's vocal range.<\/p><hr \/><h4>6. \"Lust for Life (The Prodigy Remix)\" by Iggy Pop\/The Prodigy<\/h4><p>This is a loud track, full of fire and bite, yet it never loses the essence of Iggy Pop\u2019s original. The Prodigy\u2019s twist takes \"Lust for Life\" up to 11, making it a solid test of whether your headphones can keep pace with its energy.<\/p><p>The Prodigy track doesn\u2019t forgive poor electronics or headphones. If you find that it sounds sluggish in any way, it's time to put to look elsewhere; you want to be able to feel the energy of the song.<\/p><p><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/VyQgNdxtGiQ?si=CN-VAMF_cZWi4kKL\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p><hr \/><h4>7. \"I Found Out\" by John Lennon<\/h4><p>As recordings go, <em data-start=\"64\" data-end=\"94\">John Lennon\/Plastic Ono Band<\/em> is one of the most significant in music history. Unlike many others, it carries a raw, uncompressed quality that will test any headphones\u00a0with ease.<\/p><p>Lennon\u2019s voice should never get lost in the mix, and Ringo Starr\u2019s drumming should sound quite harsh and punchy. If the guitar sounds harsh, however, it\u2019s a sign that your headphones are struggling to replicate the experimental sound that John and Ono were aiming to create.<\/p><hr \/><h4>8. \"Cowboys from Hell\" by Pantera<\/h4><p>Even if you\u2019re not a heavy metal fan, \"Cowboys from Hell\" is a must-listen. It brings a wide range of sounds that can really show a pair of headphones' advantages and limitations.<\/p><p>There\u2019s some fantastic imaging here \u2014 solo guitar work and just about every vocal frequency shout you\u2019d want to test your headphones with. Those double bass drum kicks should be felt, but they should never interfere with the rest of the track. For me, it's an absolute belter of a track to try, as it highlights weaknesses in seconds.<\/p><hr \/><h4>9. \"Marea (we\u2019ve lost dancing)\" by Fred Again.. feat. The Blessed Madonna<\/h4><p>The most recent track in this line-up, produced during COVID, sees Fred Again and The Blessed Madonna create an enduring anthem that will spark an emotional response in many listeners.<\/p><p>With its house beat and sampled vocals, this melodic track has plenty of space, making it one of the best songs to test headphones. The production bounces the sounds around your head while focusing heavily on the vocals.<\/p><p>If you feel there is no emotional trigger, and you\u2019re a keen music lover, then it's time to swap those headphones.<\/p><p><iframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/l4UkYBr1NnA?si=MCk48wafUjjFI1sp\" width=\"600\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p><hr \/><h4>10. \"Bring it On (Acoustic)\" by Seal<\/h4><p>Having been a fan of Seal since I first heard \"Killer\", there are many tracks I could've chosen for this list. \"Bring It On\", however, showcases his uniquely soft yet gruff vocal delivery. Partner that with the timbre of the acoustic reproduction, and this track is an absolute gem for headphone testing.<\/p><p>It demands control, and its sense of spaciousness stands out like no other track on this list, highlighting the light percussion and ever-present acoustic guitar, which perfectly complement Seal\u2019s rhythmic vocals.<\/p><hr \/><h4>11. \"What\u2019s the Difference\" by Dr. Dre<\/h4><p>Dr. Dre's \"What's the Difference\" hits the sweet spot, maintaining quality even with the compression applied to shape its overall sound - a defining feature of the record. If your headphones can't replicate that textured feel, it\u2019s time to consider replacing them.<\/p><p>Like all good headphone-testing tracks, this one plays with stereo imaging. You should be able to hear how layered the track is, along with the subtle intricacies that only a great pair of headphones will reveal.<\/p><hr \/><h3>FAQs<\/h3><h4>Which song is best to test earphones?<\/h4><p>The best songs to test earphones will also be the best ones to test headphones. We recommend trying these three:<\/p><ol><li>\"Electronic Performers\" by Air<\/li><li>\"3WW\" by Alt-J<\/li><li>\"Giorgio by Moroder\" by Daft Punk<\/li><\/ol><hr \/><h4>What music is best for revising or work?<\/h4><p>The best music for revising or working is instrumental music, such as classical or jazz. This can play nicely in the background without encouraging you to sing along to any lyrics!<\/p><hr \/><h4>What is audio clipping?<\/h4><p>Audio clipping is the distortion that occurs when an audio signal exceeds the system\u2019s handling capacity, causing the tops of the waveforms to be abruptly cut off.<\/p><hr \/><h3>Final thoughts<\/h3><p>I hope you found our picks of the <strong>best songs to test headphones<\/strong> useful in your search! 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