Headphones
Over-Ear vs In-Ear for Studio Work
Aenryn Studio May 30, 2026 5 min read

The debate that never ends — and the answer that actually depends on your room.
Ask ten producers whether they prefer over-ear or in-ear monitors and you'll get ten different answers. The correct answer is: it depends on your room.
In an untreated bedroom, closed-back over-ears win. In a treated studio, open-backs pull ahead. In-ears only make sense on the road.
Here's how we help customers pick the right pair for their setup.