One Year of Collaboration – A Real-World Test of the Signature MASTER MkII

Our collaboration has now been running for one full year. And as expected, during this time no repairs have been necessary.

What we did receive, however, is something even more valuable: a long-term user report about the ULTRASONE Signature MASTER MkII, which we are very happy to share.

(You will find the link to the full report below.)

My Trusted Studio Companion for Over a Year

The ULTRASONE Signature MASTER MkII in Everyday Use

A headphone that stays – what the Signature MASTER MkII taught me about trusting technology.

Let me pause for a moment today and share a small declaration of appreciation.

For more than a year now, the Signature MASTER MkII has accompanied me through my daily work—and believe me, I am not particularly gentle with my equipment.

Built for Real Life

This headphone lives on my desk, sometimes lands a little roughly on the sofa, and travels with me to sessions with friends and through long business film productions.

And honestly?

Sometimes it even gets pulled off my head with one hand when emotions run high—when things in the studio simply don’t go the way you hoped.

But this headphone…
it keeps going.

Day after day.
Hour after hour.

Without complaining. Without weakening.

And the most remarkable part?
It still sounds just as fantastic as it did on the first day.

clear highs
honest mids
powerful bass without exaggeration

Simply reliable, honest, and present.

Comfort That Lasts for Hours

One aspect that constantly impresses me is the comfort.

Even after long listening sessions, the headphone remains extremely comfortable to wear. This is thanks to the breathable mesh material and the improved FGC headband technology, which noticeably enhances comfort during extended use.

No pressure points.
No fatigue.

Just pure listening enjoyment.

Technology That Delivers

The Signature MASTER MkII is not only impressive in terms of sound—it is also technically state of the art.

With S-Logic®3 technology, the spatial perception of sound feels remarkably natural and immersive.

And when using the Balanced Operation Mode together with the included silver-plated 4.4-mm TRRRS cable, the listening experience reaches an entirely new level:

finer detail
greater efficiency
even more spatial depth

Robust Yet Elegant

Despite my sometimes rough handling, the headphone shows no signs of weakness.

The craftsmanship speaks for itself:

ear pads made from real Merino sheep leather
softly padded headband
high-quality materials throughout

At only 286 grams (without cable), it also remains pleasantly lightweight.

Highlights at a Glance

01 S-Logic® 3 Technology
02 Balanced Operation Mode
03 Genuine Merino leather ear pads
04 Optimized headband with FGC technology
05 Handcrafted in Germany
06 Detachable high-quality cable system
07 Closed design for effective noise isolation
08 Lightweight: 286 g (without cable)

More Than Just a Tool

For me, this headphone is no longer just a piece of studio equipment.

It has almost become a small companion—one I can rely on completely.

Or as I like to say:

I trust it blindly—or rather, deafly.

If you are looking for a reliable, durable studio headphone that delivers not only excellent sound but also an emotional connection to your work, you should definitely take a closer look at the **ULTRASONE Signature MASTER MkII.

It certainly won my heart.

Adrian Thommes
CEO – Vision Excellent