Shinola Canfield On-Ear

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 6 expert reviews

Excellent:

1
Good:

0
Average:

3
Bad:

2

Pros:

Crisp, detailed audio performance with a solid balance across the frequency range
Solid build quality, with stainless steel used throughout
Handsome design with real leather on headband and earpads

Cons:

Expensive
Light on included accessories

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Last revision on November 23, 2018

Reviewers Liked

Crisp, detailed audio performance with a solid balance across the frequency range
Solid build quality, with stainless steel used throughout
Handsome design with real leather on headband and earpads

Reviewers Didn't Like

Expensive
Light on included accessories
Magnetic ear cups detach too easily
Could use more bass depth
Can feel slightly uncomfortable over longer listening periods

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Expert reviews and ratings

Much like the on-ear version of these headphones, I really enjoyed the sound of the Shinola Detroit Canfield over-ear headphones. These really do compete with other headphones in their market category. I really enjoyed the sound of the on-ear version of...

By techaeris.com on June 03, 2018

While certainly stylish and well-built, at this price point, we simply can't recommend a pair of headphones that aren't comfortable and don't quite match up with our favorite options when it comes to sound...

By Digital Trends on February 15, 2018

In our review of the Canfield On-Ear, we gushed over that headphones' build quality and materials — metal driver cups and sizing mechanisms, tasteful chrome accents, and a watchband-like leather headband. The Canfield Over-Ear features the same...

By iLounge on January 16, 2018

Detroit—car capital of America—has had difficulty recovering from a decade-long economic downturn. Many companies have left the Motor City, outsourcing their manufacturing, assembly, and materials production overseas. Shinola is bucking that trend,...

By Macworld on December 18, 2017

The Shinola Canfield On-Ear headphones deliver a solid audio experience in a luxurious design, but some listeners will wish for a little more bass depth and a comfier...

By PC Mag on December 01, 2017

I'm sure the full, dark and engaging sound will convince many new and aspiring audiophiles that are willing to make the jump to higher gear. That it also looks stunning might play very well for Shinola during the decision-making process. It plays very...

By Headfonia on April 10, 2018

The bottom line is the Canfield On-Ear Headphones are worth every penny. So let's recap what we love:The design is gorgeousThe leather quality is comparable to BalenciagaIt comes in several color choices and all are chicAbsurdly well madeComfortable to...

By Chip Chick on April 06, 2018

Fact: Some things are inexpensive and they perform poorly, and then there are some expensive things which are made to last which perform splendidly.When I received the Shinola Canfield On-Ear Wired Headphones, I had no doubt that their construction was...

By Gear Diary on February 04, 2018

Even though I enjoy listening to all types of music, I am not an audiophile by any stretch of the imagination. I do not have a receiver with tubes that must warm up, own any vinyl, or have to have crazy high bit rate on my digital music but I do know...

By The Gadgeteer on January 25, 2018

If you grew up in America and had baby boomer parents, you've probably heard the name Shinola. We certainly did, but certainly not in the context of headphones — our parents would occasionally use a pejorative phrase (which we won't repeat) that...

By iLounge on December 12, 2017

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