Cooler Master MH751 Review – Outstandingly comfortable headphones tested

The prevalence of people working from home has brought about a dire need for better audio gear that can not only offer good sound quality but decent comfort in the bargain without costing an arm and a leg.

The Cooler Master MH751 wired headphones aims to meet that need and more with a feature set that emphasises value and performance which is a pleasant coincidence indeed seeing as its originally intended for gaming but is it worth the money? Our MH751 review puts it to the test!

Cooler Master MH751 review – Build and Design

On paper, the Cooler Master MH751 is intended as an affordable gaming headset but has several thoughtful features typically seen on higher end headphones like a detachable mic and audio cable which allows for easy replacement should they wear out or get damaged over time. 

Our Cooler Master MH751 review unit comes in a shade of black and is built around a light aluminium headpiece that is comfortably padded in faux leather and has the ability to slide in and out to accommodate differently sized heads.

The headpiece extends out towards a pair of lushly upholstered cans finished in matte black plastic that have a modicum of swivel for comfort. Unfortunately, the upholstery cannot be casually swapped out or replaced without dismantling it entirely.  

In keeping with its intended focus and price range, the headphones ditch wireless connectivity and the usual heavy batteries associated with it and are instead wired with a heavy braided 3.5mm detachable audio cable that connects to a PC or desktop as well as to the left earcup. The audio cable itself stretches out to about 1.5 metres in length with an inline volume dial and mic mute slider halfway up.

Unfortunately, the headphones do not come with any 3.5mm-to-USB-C dongles which would have made it ideal for use with ultrabooks and smartphones of recent vintage. On top of a detachable audio cable, it also features a semi-flexible detachable mic for instances where you don’t need to natter away.

Overall build quality is sturdy and the headphone itself including its cans feels solid yet surprisingly light at 250g despite its ostensible bulk.

Of particular note is that the MH751 is tastefully understated and eliminates the RGB frippery typical of its ilk. The bare minimum of corporate branding – it only has a faint Cooler Master logo subtly emblazoned on the side – in tandem with its matte black finish makes it ideal for use at work and more serious locales.

Cooler Master MH751 Review – Specifications and Performance

Under the hood, our Cooler Master MH751 review sample has a relatively sound, pun notwithstanding, audio setup built around 40mm neodymium drivers in each can with a frequency response of 20 – 20,000Hz which is industry standard in terms of its performance profile. It lacks active noise cancellation but has a hefty amount of passive noise insulation on account of its plushly upholstered cans in tandem with the modest clamping force from the headset.

Unfortunately, the MH751 does not have a built-in companion app that can tweak its equaliser or mic settings  nor does it have any of the more sophisticated features seen in some headsets like virtual 7.1 sound, active noise cancellation or Dolby Atmos support which is a downer for more discerning users.

Here’s how our Cooler Master MH751 review sample stacks up on paper: 

Specifications
Price RM269
Headphone type 40mm neodymium drivers
Frequency response 20-20,000Hz
Cable length 1.5m
Microphone frequency response 100Hz – 10,000Hz
Microphone sensitivity -42 +/- 3dB (@1kHz)
Signal to noise ratio 55dB
Weight 280g

When put to the test, our Cooler Master MH751 review sample handled the essentials as a highly competent jack of all trades. It’s certainly not intended for professional gaming where every footstep and incoming round needs to be acoustically precise nor is it intended for listening to intricate material like classical music. 

Where it excels is its versatility across a number of roles. If your needs are making it through a casual bash with mates over the weekend in Warzone DMZ, a few episodes of Wednesday on Netflix and generally puttering about on work assignments at home or in the office, the MH751 shines. 

While it lacks active noise cancellation, virtual surround sound and the other more sophisticated niceties seen in pricier headsets, the provided 40mm drivers offer a good amount of sound staging and detail with a fairly neutral sound profile that has an emphasis on the mids combined with fair bass. 

Voice quality from the provided mic is relatively clear without significant echo or sounding like a Dalek for conversations and live streams though it’s certainly not something you’d be using for a musical performance.

Even though it lacks advanced features like the ability to intelligently amplify vocals, it’s more than capable of handling day to day voice calls for work or to stay in touch with friends and family on Zoom or whatnot. This combination of qualities means that it works best in quieter environments to ensure clear calls.

Performance aside, the MH751’s biggest claim to fame is its exceptional comfort. The combination of its decadently upholstered cans and headpiece along with its relatively restrained clamping force combined makes it one of, if not the most comfortable pair of headphones ever tested.

In the course of one working day, bar breaks for lunch and coffee, I’ve managed to comfortably wear the MH751 pretty much for the entirety of the work day at about eight or so hours and taking it off after work was over.

It should be noted that the faux leather and padding used in the MH751 may end up collecting grime and sweat if used in humid outdoors locations and the difficulty in swapping the cushions is a concern. That aside, it’s not an issue if you’re keeping it to office use.

Should you buy the Cooler Master MH751 wired headphones?

You don’t get sophisticated bells and whistles but the MH751 has it where it counts. The Cooler Master MH751 makes for a highly comfortable and competently made pair of wired headphones that offer outstanding comfort .

The addition of solid audio and good microphone quality enable it to handle work, content consumption and casual gaming with equal competency, making it an excellent choice whether you’re working in an office or at home. If you have need of a headphone with a USB port or more sophisticated features, the Cooler Master MH752 makes for a more viable alternative.

Cooler Master MH751 review sample courtesy of Cooler Master Malaysia. For more details please visit https://www.coolermaster.com/my/en-my/catalog/peripheral/audio/mh751/