(Part 3) Best over-ear headphones according to redditors
We found 12,278 Reddit comments discussing the best over-ear headphones. We ranked the 1,181 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the products ranked 41-60. You can also go back to the previous section.
59. AKG K 701 Ultra Reference Class Stereo Headphone Level 1
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Last update 11/27 1:36am pacific || Removed bold from some items, pruning of dead deals coming.
If the first field is bold it is a new deal
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Headphone | Price | Store | Notes
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BeyerDynamic DT 1770 Pro | $416 | Amazon | Available for $405 shipped via 3rd party
BeyerDynamic 990 250 ohm pro | $109 | Amazon | Lowest price ever on Amazon. Thanks /u/Jedi_Pacman!
BeyerDynamic T1 Second Gen | $1099 | BuyDig via ebay |
Sennheiser HD600 | $260 | Amazon | Thanks /u/aasteveo!
BeyerDynamic DT 880 600 ohm | $169 | Amazon | Lowest price on record for both Amazon and 3rd party.
BeyerDynamic DT 770 80 ohm | $118 | Amazon | Thanks /u/ASpaceman :)
Chord Mojo Amp / DAC + NVX XPT100 Studio Headphones | $549 | Sonic Electronix |
MrSpeakers ETHER C Flow | $1620 | MrSpeakers | Thanks /u/MrSpeakers !
MrSpeakers ETHER Flow | $1619 | MrSpeakers | Thanks /u/MrSpeakers !
Samson SR950 | $24 | Adorama
Sennheiser IE80 | $179 | Amazon | Thanks /u/LOMOcatVasilii Also available at Sonic Electronix
Stax SR-L500 + SRM252S | $1009| Shenzhen Audio |
DUNU DN-2000J | $269 | Shenzhen Audio |
TFZ Series 5S | $69 | Shenzhen Audio via Amazon |
Fanmusic E6 | $39 | Shenzhen Audio
Simgot EN700 | $69 | Shenzhen Audio
FORREST FLC8S | $269 | Shenzhen Audio
Audioquest NightHawk | $349 | Crutchfield | Also available from Needledoctor
Audio-Technica ATH-M20x | $27 | BuyDig | Add to cart for final price
Beyerdynamic DT 880 32 ohm includes $50 newegg gift card | $159.99 | Newegg | Also available at BuyDig for $139 add to cart to see discount
Beyerdynamic T90 Chrome Limited Edition 250 OHM| $279 | BuyDig| Also available at Newegg for $299 w/$40 gift card
Sennheiser PC360 headset | $99 | Amazon
Monoprice USB DAC Headphone Amp | $49.99 | Monoprice |
BeyerDynamic DT 770 16ohm | $100 | ebay | Also available at BuyDig for $109
BeyerDynamic A20 Amp | $294 | BuyDig | Use code "DIGTURKEY5"
Westone UM Pro 10 | $99 | Amazon
HiFiMan Edition X | $1299 | Music Direct | Thanks to /u/boombap33 for pointing this out
V-Moda Crossfade M-100 Black | $176.54 | Musician's Friend | Includes free Boompro mic. Use code "blackfriday"
Sennheiser PC350 Headset | $78 | Newegg |
Sennheiser Momentum In Ear | $70 | Amazon | Android or iOS versions
BeyerDynamic DT 1350 | $119 | Adorama
BeyerDyanmic DT 880 250 ohm Chrome version | $149 | BuyDig via ebay
Superlux HD668B | $25 | Gearbest |
Audeze LCD-4 | $2999 | Adorama
Audeze LCD-3 | $1349 | Adorama
Audeze LCD-XC Limited Leather | $1299 | Adorama
Audeze Sine | $299 | Adorama
Audeze Sine w/Lightning Cable | $359 | Adorama
Audeze LCD-2 Rosewood w/Lambskin | $749 | Adorama
Audeze LCD-2 Bamboo w/Lambskin | $699 | Adorama
Audeze LCD-2 Aluminum w/Lambskin | $699 | Adorama |
Hifiman HE-400i | $249 | Headamp | Use code "HEADFI10" thanks to /u/Chillindude82Nein for the better deal!
Hifiman SuperMini DAP + iFi nano iDSD + Fiio Cable| $394 | BuyDig | use code "DIGTURKEY10"|
Audeze 2015 EL8 Open | $404.10 | HeadAmp | Use code "BF2016"
Audeze 2015 EL8 Close| $404.10 | HeadAmp | Use code "BF2016"
Audio-Technica ATH-R70x includes $25 newegg gift card| $224 | Newegg |
Fostex TH-900mk2| $999 | Adorama |
Audio-Technica ATH-MSR7 Black| $189 | Amazon
Audio-Technica ATH-MSR7 Gun Metal | $189 | Amazon
Philips SHP9500S | $50 | Newegg |
 
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Earphone Solutions | 25% off | Store Wide use code "CYBER" -- they offer discounts for trade-ins as well.
Master & Dynamic | 20% off | use code "MD20"
Meze | 25% off select headphones
NeedleDoctor | Various |
Monoprice | 20% off | Use code "BF2016"
Audeze | B-Stock| Dedicated thread here. Thanks /u/kangaroo_steak!
V-Moda| 10% | Free Boompro Mic with order of on-ear/over-ear headphones.
Brainwavz | Various | Thanks /u/robotlabs!
Addicted to Audio | Various | "For the aussies" thanks /u/KingJie!
Shenzhen Audio | Various |
Decware | Various | thanks /u/Elnrik!
HeadAmp | Various | Use code "HEADFI10" for 10% off (most?) products
Brainwavz Canada | Various | Thanks /u/custardbun!
Violectric Audio USA | 25% | Code "BLACK-25" thanks /u/novicez!
These?
Sennheiser HD280PRO Headphone (new model) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IT0IHOY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_dkryCbTDXH06E
Sorry to hi-jack your comment but I understand why people like Beats. The bass and the like that they produce sound really cool especially for Hip-Hop music which is Beat's target audience. This is coming from someone who owns multiple pairs of Sennheisers, some Grado's, and pair of Audio Technica's. If your choice of music is rap and hip-hop, those simply don't do that type of music justice. Its something that the audio-elitists/circlejerkers never take into consideration.
If you're looking for something comparable to the beats (ie Bass), I'd recommend the V-Moda Crossfades. Sound-wise, every forum says they're superior (with technical jargon that I won't get into) while I'd argue they're also better quality and build-wise. All for 100 bucks.
Read on for yourselves.
"Surround sound" is a gimmick when talking about headphones of any kind. The real determining factors in how good the 'surround sound' will be are these:
For reference I have used many gaming headsets over the years (Astro A50, TurtleBeach X1, Logitech G933, HyperX Cloud II) and even more headphones (Beyerdynamic DT1990 and DT990, Sennheiser HD600 and HD598, Etymotic ER-4P, Shure SE215, Audio Technica ATH-AD900x and A900x, and AKG K701). I will always recommend someone buy a decent sent of headphones (even that superlux I linked earlier is nicer sounding than the Cloud II) and a dedicated microphone over a headset. I see a lot of people with over the top gaming rigs that then skimp on peripherals and especially audio. If you are gaming for hours on end, treat your ears to something nicer than a gaming headset.
From this guy named Stabby Peters in the alley behind GG's Whorehouse.
No, but really, from Amazon, specifically here.
It's been such a weird fascination of mine, I'm excited to find an exception!
...and there it is! I knew someone had to do it right. Thanks!
I do not remember that talk, however Giantbomb's go to headphones for there podcasts are Sennheiser HD 202 which are only $25 the only issue with them it that the audio cord is over 10 feet long.
The headphones that are used in the control room are the Sennheiser HD 280 Pro at $99 which are great headphones for the price.
And if you can find a pair the Sennheiser HD 419 which I use are awesome I have a large head and I can wear this for hours on end without issue. They go for about $30 - $40 if you can find them.
Sennheiser HD 202 - https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-202-Professional-Headphones-Black/dp/B003LPTAYI/ref=sr_1_1?s=aht&ie=UTF8&qid=1484144599&sr=1-1&keywords=sennheiser
Sennheiser HD 280 Pro - https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD-280-Pro-Headphone/dp/B00IT0IHOY/ref=dp_ob_title_ce
Sennheiser HD 419 - https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD-419-Headphones-Black/dp/B005N8W1MO/ref=pd_sbs_23_5?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B005N8W1MO&pd_rd_r=92GS26MYW5V4EHA49P09&pd_rd_w=BJHrW&pd_rd_wg=1tZvn&psc=1&refRID=92GS26MYW5V4EHA49P09
I'd suggest a pair of open-backed headphones since I've found that those headphones tend to have better soundstaging to help me pinpoint where people are.
I found closed headphones tend to have more "immersive" sound with more bass, but if you're looking for something for purely competitive performance I think an open-backed pair would do you well. There's some generalizing going on here, but in general I personally feel open-backed headphones are better for gaming.
Here's a couple suggestions around your price-point - disclaimer that I haven't actually owned any of these (except for the original AD700 which I can vouch for being great for gaming), and it's merely meant to serve as a starting point for cans to check out. Filter the reviews and find the ones where people mention the words "gaming" or "soundstage".
I personally use the Sennheiser HD 600 which are open-backed but these are out of your $100 budget.
I love my Grados. $100 and the sound quality is phenomenal. I can still remember the first time I listened to music through them.
Those headphones ALONE are 1300.
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I recommend a pair of these bad boys: Sennheiser HD 800
perfect for your budget and needs
Let me introduce you to your future last headphone for everything ever
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Amazon US has the black ATH-MSR7 on sale for US$149.
V-MODA Crossfade M-100
Not noise-cancelling, but they have great sound isolation and fold up nicely into a compact travel case. They're on sale somewhat frequently and I managed to get my pair for $150 from Amazon.
Here's my copy/pasted response to this sort of question because it comes up so damn often.
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Get a pair of headphones and a mic.
If you want surround sound with your headphones, go for the Asus Xonar DG($24) as your sound card. It is very inexpensive and offers Dolby Headphone(ie, it allows you to have virtual surround sound on any pair of headphones - certain headphones work better with this than others, check out this thread at Head-Fi for a plethora of headphones reviewed with Dolby Headphone in mind).
As for the microphone, the common choice is the Zalman zm-mic1($9). Another great choice if you want a better microphone is the Antlion ModMic($33).
As for the headphones, this is a very personal thing. Do you want to be able to accurately pinpoint the location of footsteps in first person shooters? Go for something that is reviewed well by Mad Lust Envy in his thread. Good choices would be the Audio Technica ATH-AD700, the AKG K701/K702/Q701, the Sennheiser HD558/HD598. All of these are open headphones, which tend to be better if you want positional accuracy, but if you'd prefer a closed pair, the Beyerdynamic DT770/DT880(partially open) are rather good. Keep in mind that the Beyers and the AKGs should not be used without an external amp. The other ones should be fine to run off the sound card.
If you don't need pristine positional accuracy in first person shooters, you could go for a huge number of different headphones to suit your tastes. Here is a great thread on Head-Fi comparing many different headphones.
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You win all of my why for the day.
These are Grado SR80's. They're not just any SR80 either; judging from the box design, these come from the 90's during the beginning years of the transfer of ownership between the founder, Joseph Grado, and his nephew, John. These are said by many Grado fans to be the best version of the Prestige line because later models sound harsher, indicative of the typical "Grado" sound that many know the company for. It showcases vocals and guitars well, but many think it's a bit much, so these are a happy medium between the Grado sound and other, flatter headphones.
They can ask the person who made the comment, like you just did :)
The difficult aspect of recommending headphones is preference. Personally, I do not like "bass-heavy" sound. If I did, Beats would be the place to go. If you prefer a flat response where none of the frequencies are emphasized by the headphones (which I do), I recommend dropping $100 on the Grado SR80e. Others will often recommend Audio Technica, which are also fantastic! Just find a pair within your price range, and they will be better than $300 Beats. Sennheiser is also highly recommended. If possible, go to an electronics store and try them out to see which ones fit your listening style.
Thanks for all the replies!! My OCD took over, and I compiled a list of every single pair mentioned by someone who uses them to sleep in. In this thread and the one I posted on r/AudioEngineering Check 'em out.
Acoustic Sheep SleepPhones - $40 for standard, $100 for wireless.
Pillow Sonic Pillow Speaker - $15
BedPhones - $54
Koss SparkPlug - $16
Senn HD280 - $100
PSC Softies Headphone Cover - $18
Beyer 770 - $230
Beyer 990 - $265
Bose QC15 - $270
Bose QC20 - $300
Shure SE215-K - $97
Shure SE315-K - $200
Shure SE535 - $440
Aurisonics Rockets - $100ish
Vsonic GR07BE - $130
Klipsch S4 - $120
HIFI Man RE-400 - $100
RHA MA750 - $120
sony 7506 - $85
Philips SHE3590GY/28 - $10
Koss KSC75 - $15
Ear Hero - $150
Sensaphonics 2max - $850
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There are others that people like to recommend the old Denons, specially the D2000 that can be found cheaper in Ebay, but its a pain in the butt to find, same with the MDR-XB1000.
Some people will also mention some JVC ones, but i havent had the chance to try them. Btw some people will recommend the HE400i and please no stay away from them. Stay away from Planars in general if you want Basshead levels of Bass, the LCD-2 Pre-Fazor being the only exception (i tried it like a year ago so i dont remember a lot but i liked it).
Noise cancelling headphones, at least mine, are really good at blocking out low frequency noises. High frequency noises still get through. So you can still hear people talking. If this is true, it's not the active cancellation part, it's the user cranking up the volume too much. Which could happen for any headphones.
These are the headphones I have: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002HWJT1A/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
They're pretty good in my opinion. My work started construction this week and they have been a god send. If you sit there with no music playing, you'll hear a good amount of stuff still (coworkers talking, people banging shit around, etc.). You won't be able to hear the A/C blowing in air, that random hum that seems to always be on, the rush of the traffic. Once you turn on some music though, your coworkers will have to wave their hand in front of you get get your attention.
Edit: I just read that story again. Maybe? I guess it could have happened, but I don't know if it was the active noise cancellation part that did it for him. I think it was just over-ear headphones in general.
The price on Amazon of $304.98, for which you provided the link for, is for new. No matter how "mint" your headphones are, they're still not new. Realistically, the Amazon link you should have provided would be this link with the used prices, which are between $128-$276. But as you stated earlier, "There is a whole range of prices...." but you chose the highest one.
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OP, do yourself a favor and pick up a pair of these:
http://www.amazon.com/Grado-Prestige-Series-SR80e-Headphones/dp/B00L1LXOWS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1414076911&sr=8-1&keywords=sr60e
It will be like hearing Radiohead for the first time. I am really not exaggerating in the slightest. Put these on, and listen to KID A in full. Transcendent.
Yes. Spend less money, get a better pair of headphones, and spend more money on something worth it. Grado, Sennheiser, etc. Anything but Beats or Bose. For how much you probably spent on the Beats you could have a decent graphics card. Want some excellent headphones that are objectively much better than Beats: http://www.amazon.com/Grado-Prestige-Series-SR80e-Headphones/dp/B00L1LXOWS
K701's aren't that expensive anymore.
http://www.amazon.com/AKG-K-701-Headphones-White/dp/B000EBBJ6Y/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1415558730&sr=8-1&keywords=k701
$240 right now
https://www.amazon.com/beyerdynamic-880-Premium-250-Over-Ear-Stereo/dp/B000F2BLTM
For most audiophiles?
All of them... except the SE215 and maybe the B&W P7.
With the rest it's down to preference, they're all top-tier.
Like, I'm very happy with my HD 650s and a couple hundred dollars worth of amp/DAC. He's got these (and all the other ones) and thousands of dollars worth of amp/DAC. Basically when he listens to music with headphones or earbuds, he's putting $500 in each ear, then using thousands of dollars to send music to them.
These saved my life on two return runs from NY to Honolulu and you can't beat the price:
Audio-Technica ATH-ANC7B QuietPoint Active Noise-Cancelling Closed-Back Headphones
Most of the complaints are from people with giant heads :) YMMV.
I got the Sennheiser Momentum and I couldn't be happier.
Also check out the Senheiser PXC 550's; I've done about an hour of research today on multiple wireless over-ears and these ones seem to take the cake.
They're at $200 on Amazon. Not sure what their price history is, but I am pretty sure they used to be $300 and above. Their list price is now $220.
There's a lot of stuff out there, happy shopping everyone
Philips Fidelio X2HR for $144
Bose QuietComfort 35's
My wife knows me on such a deep level it's not even funny.
Definitely look into a Headphone + Attachable Mic Combo
I recommend the JVC HARX900's With a Zalman mic that you can clip on the headphones
If you do end up pushing your budget, I don't really recommend the G35's like the other guy (No offense, really) I do on the other hand recommend the Audio Technica AD-700's, if you get these for gaming they will last you a lifetime, they are built very well too, I love Audio-Technica for that
If price is an issue I'd stay away from "styled" brands such as Skull Candy, Beats by Dre etc as you pay very much for just the brand name.
EDIT: Personally I use a pair of these which I'd recommend a lot. I did a quick check online and the Sure SRH 440 seem to be getting good reviews and are very cheap.
K-On turned out to be a big product seller. All of the girls' instruments, as well as Mio's AKG K701 headphones that she's wearing in this episode had big spikes in sales after they appeared on the show.
Shure SRH440 - Amazing quality and great price.
Cumpără-ți o pereche de căști cu noise cancelling. Nu glumesc, ceva de genul asta: https://www.amazon.com/Bose-QuietComfort-Wireless-Headphones-Cancelling/dp/B01E3SNO1G
Nu o sa auzi pe nimeni chiar dacă sunt lângă tine si fac zgomot.
Sennheiser PXC 550 is currently $299.xx at several retailers including Best Buy, B&H Photo, and Amazon (Amazon is OOS but available for backorder) in the US.
Amazon UK : https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01N5VHLUG/
Camel check:
https://uk.camelcamelcamel.com/Philips-X2HR-Resolution-Headphones-Isolation-Black/product/B01N5VHLUG
Edit: amazon link
Not the biggest discount since it's been at or below $130 lately, but this is the cheapest they have ever been on Amazon per CCC and beat Newegg's sale 4 months ago by 1 cent.
I payed a significant amount more for mine months ago but don't regret my purchase. I love these headphones.
http://thewirecutter.com/reviews/best-noise-canceling-headphones/
Bose QuietComfort 15 are on sale right now for $270 at Bose
& at Amazon
This may not be a popular opinion here, but for planes, especially long haul flights, I highly recommend noise cancelling headphones. The Bose ones are great, but pricy. I have a pair of Audio Technica active noise cancelling headphones and would not fly without them. It's like night and day how much more enjoyable the flight is. And I think they sound fine too.
These ones are in your budget: http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-ANC7B-QuietPoint-Noise-Cancelling-Closed-Back/dp/B002HWJT1A/
I have those and like them.
I'd probably get a pair of noise cancelling headphones and a tablet.
Say something like
[Audio Technica AUD ATH-ANC7B Audio-Technica ATH-ANC7B QuietPoint Active Noise-Cancelling Closed-Back Headphones - Wired] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002HWJT1A/ref=psdc_12097479011_rv_t1_B00M1NEUKK)
[Fire HD 8 Tablet with Alexa, 8" HD Display, 32 GB] (https://www.amazon.com/All-New-Amazon-Fire-HD-8-Tablet-With-Alexa/dp/B01J94T4R2/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1526083898&sr=1-2&keywords=fire%2Bhd&th=1)
If you get the Fire HD tab, I'd sign up for a trail of Amazon Prime. That way you can take advantage of Prime Video, which lets you download and watch movies and TV Shows on the Fire HD for free.
You'd also be able to read books on it, your local library should have books you can "check out" for the kindle.
If you want some virtually indestructible headphones, I would go for the
V-MODA-Crossfade-Over-Ear-Noise-Isolating-Headphone
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Amazon's prices have steadily been increasing to match local markets, especially on electronics, even sometimes being more expensive. Take for example this Samsung 48" 1080p LED TV at Best Buy listed at $747.99. The same TV is available on Amazon for $747.99. Amazon does do price matching for TVs fortunately. Or how about these BOSE Noise Cancelling headphones at BB listed at $269. Same price at Amazon, both provide free shipping.
Edited: Original TV I was comparing to on Amazon was not actually sold on Amazon, so I changed the TV. Also, removed part about shipping on headphones...so the prices are the same for both TVs and headphones. The best point someone made is that Amazon is basically starting to charge for the convenience of not having to deal with real people.
Book it!
https://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B0054JJ0QW/ref=dp_olp_all_mbc?ie=UTF8&condition=all
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Link to amp.
Link to hanger.
Link to pads.
according to some, these are better value than the M50's
BRAINWAVZ HM5
http://www.amazon.com/V-MODA-Crossfade-Over-Ear-Noise-Isolating-Headphone/dp/B00A39PPDK/ref=cm_rdp_product
👀👀look👀👀 at these things they're tacticool military headphones with hexagon metal shields that keep you safe in the real world that you think plays out like COD with people trying to headshot you, but they can't since you'll be too cool. they can withstand 6 foot drops when you're fumbling around with your mountain dew, and a 1,000,000 bend rated cable for full protection from being crushed by your ass, or the asses of girls you'll be slamming because of these headphones, with their slamming bass.
did i mention you can play COD with these? when you finally get into premium audio, you can settle down and hear a twig snap from the edge of draw distance with the amazing hifi soundstage closed back design.
yep yep get 'em
Open back -
SHP9500s
Fidelio X2 (used-like new from Amazon.uk warehouse)
Closed-back -
Takstar Pro82
ATH-MSR7
Since you didn't seem 100% certain on your choice of open or closed backs, I offered both in budget and next tier upgrade options. In-depth reviews for everything listed are available on youtube.
Directed at Grey /u/MindOfMetalAndWheels, the Bose QC25 have just been updated to the Bose QC35. They are now wireless (Bluetooth) and have 20hrs battery life.
https://www.bose.co.uk/en_gb/products/headphones/over_ear_headphones/quietcomfort-35-wireless.html
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Bose-QuietComfort-35-Wireless-Headphones/dp/B01E3SNO1G/
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Inspired by the minimalist setup by /u/hazzid (https://www.reddit.com/r/battlestations/comments/4iyjjw/new_house_new_setup_let_me_know_what_you_think_my/), I got to work.
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buy a good pair of noise isolating headphones. They are expensive but they are a good investment. 2 years for them to break and solid quality. Youtube has great instrumental music for hours on end. Wireless as well.
https://www.amazon.com/Bose-QuietComfort-Wireless-Headphones-Cancelling/dp/B01E3SNO1G
edit: I own these and they cover noisy neighbors that put loud music on all day.
Instant Pot
Bose QC35 Noise Cancelling Headphones - well worth the price
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There is a single seller on Amazon (who is a new seller, without any reviews) that is selling a refurbished QC35. I think you just have to use a little common sense my friend (https://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B01E3SNO1G/ref=dp_olp_all_mbc?ie=UTF8&condition=all). It's $11 less than a guaranteed genuine pair. why even take that chance?
There are plenty of classy/fashionable headphones that still sound good.
panasonic rp-htx7
Philips Downtown
House of Marley EM-FH003-HA Exodus
Onkyo ES-FC300
Sennheiser Momentums
There's really no reason to compromise sound for looks.
Tascam TH-02 - $26
Creative Aurvana L!ve - $56
Sony MDR-V6 - $67
These are all solid options to consider. The Creative and Sony options are definitely better than the Tascam, but I included it in case the others are out of reach. The Creative Aurvana L!ve are more bass heavy, while the Sony's are more treble heavy.
I use Sennhieser HD280. They're a popular model for monitoring. The other popular monitoring headphones under $100 would be the Sony MDR7506.
I would recommend the Sennheiser HD280PROs.
And here's why:
When I first started producing (7 yrs ago), I realized I would need a decent pair of headphones. I had absolutely no idea what I was buying, but after reading a couple Amazon reviews, I settled on these $70 Sennheisers (sorry can't remember the model # off the top of my head - but it doesn't matter since they don't make them anymore). I figured I would be buying a more expensive pair ~$250 within the first year or so anyway, and $70 wasn't that much.
To this day, I've been through 4 sets of other headphones (all more expensive), and the only pair that I still own and use regularly are those $70 Sennheisers.
This is for a couple reasons: (1) they're super durable, hell they've lasted 7 years w/o a single problem, and I haven't exactly been kind to them, (2) they give you an accurate flat response; sure the very high and very low ends lack the sparkle and punch of a $500 studio pair, but I've had better luck on my mixdowns with those than I have with my $250 headphones.
I can honestly say that I have full faith in Sennheiser. I recommend the HD280 Pros b/c they're in your price range. I don't own these - like I said, I have an older model - but I'm confident that any Sennheiser set is going to do the job.
I can't recommend the Sennheiser HD 202's enough. Don't let the price fool you. I've been buying these headphones for years. (Actually the model I own isn't currently in production but was succeeded by the HD 202's). I accidentally broke my last pair and just bought a new pair of these. I own many different headphones including a pair of AKG-K701's and I actually prefer the Sennheisers for most casual listening.
They're $238 on Amazon
When I bought mine a couple of weeks ago, the 32 ohm were actually more expensive than the 250 ohm. They're both at $349.99 right now http://www.amazon.com/beyerdynamic-880-Premium-250-ohm/dp/B000F2BLTM/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1413585285&sr=8-2&keywords=beyerdynamic+dt880
As long as they're premiums, it's definitely an incredible deal.
No, do not buy surround sound headsets, even if you play CSS. I spent around $100 for my pair of 5.1 surround sound headphones (Tritton was the brand -- the audio division of Mad Catz), and while they were a very blatant step up from the shitty generic Logitech headsets I'd used in the past, they are not even close to the quality you get when you just purchase a normal pair of high-quality headphones, especially considering how much more expensive they were.
Immediately after going through two different pairs of surround sound headsets, I decided to just buy normal headphones and a separate microphone for voice chat. I currently use a JVC HARX900 and a Zalman mic, which will cost you about $70 altogether, but it's well worth it in my opinion. The sound quality is fantastic, and most FPS games are made well enough that you can get distinguish sound coming from different directions, even with stereo headphones.
Surround sound headphones are entirely unnecessary, and I wish someone had been there to tell me that before I bought mine.
As a side note, listening to music on stereo headphones vs. a surround sound headset will make no difference, as pretty much 99% of music is 2 channel anyway, so having 5 speakers makes no difference. Yes, it can be upmixed to 5.1, but if you just buy a good pair of stereo headphones, it will sound equal to, if not better, than the surround sound headphones.
What is your budget?
Once you pass the 80$USD range, you can actually get significantly better audio and build quality by buying a pair of quality "audiophile" headphones and a stand-alone mic or a clip-on microphone.
Another particular upside is that they wont easily break, because you dont have in-line volume control. aka a splice in the wire to make room for a resistor. This makes an intentional weak point in the wiring, and is a contributing factor to why the majority of heavily used headsets fail in the first 2 years under normal usage. (Ever have headset that the microphone stopped working, or you lost sound in one ear?).
Or alternatively, non-gaming headsets made by high-end audiophile companies like Sennheiser.
You're also looking for closed headphones and not open headphones. You get a worse soundstage, but they tend to "clamp" quite a bit more on your head.
http://www.amazon.com/California-Headphone-Co-Headphones-Detachable/dp/B009F4BV8C
These are probably the best low-end headphones you can get, especially in terms of build quality.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?list=UUNovoA9w0KnxyDP5bGrOYzg&feature=player_detailpage&v=3fD-M1F6L4g#t=495
Here is a video review from Tek Syndicate.
Once you start looking at "high-end" headsets like Astro A50's, you should really be considering mid-range headphones like AKG 701's, or Sennheiser 598's. And that 300-350$ Astro A50's have sound quality comparable to 80-150$ headphones like Audio Technica M50's.
Or if you really want the best of the best for consumer grade headphones, you could drop 1,500$ on a pair of these;
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-Over-Ear-Circum-Aural-Dynamic-Headphone/dp/B001OTZ8DA/
There are a few other things to remember as well. With the exception of the Razer Tiamat, virtually all other "7.1" headsets and headphones are really 2.0 stereo. They have a single audio driver in each ear and use software like Dolby Digital to downmix audio from 7.1 channels into 2.0. You can get exactly the same thing with a 30$ 7.1 soundcard.
But often you dont need to. Any game or audio source that had a decent sound engineer will already be setup for a binaural/stereo experience, because the majority of users are not using 5.1 or 7.1 sound setups.
In short this means that there will be almost zero perceptible difference between 7.1 downmixed into Stereo by a dolby algorithm, and 7.1 downmixed into Stereo by an audio engineer.
But this will also help cut costs. Licensing for proprietary software like Dolby is expensive, and manufacturers have to pay a royalty on every pair of 5.1 or 7.1 dolby headphones to them that hike up the MSRP for consumers.
And if you have a high end onboard sound chipset, or a soundcard.. you do not want a USB headset. USB is a digital signal and bypasses your soundcard, rendering it useless.
I'd suggest these based on the criteria you posted:
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-Over-Ear-Circum-Aural-Dynamic-Headphone/dp/B001OTZ8DA/
The Desk/Workspace:
PC:
Mac: 15" MacBook Pro, Core i7 2.5 GHz, 8GB RAM, 256GB SSD
Usage:
I don't have a KVM, but I simulate having one. All my peripherals - keyboard, mouse, webcam, left & right monitors, are plugged into the USB hub. In PC mode, the USB hub is plugged into the back of the Dell monitor, which is in turn plugged into the PC. In Mac mode, the USB hub is plugged directly into the MacBook Pro. I keep both a DVI cable (for the PC) and a DisplayPort cable (for the Mac) plugged into the Dell monitor, and I use the monitor controls to switch inputs when going between platforms.
I know there are software solutions for sharing keyboard/mouse between computers, but I'm generally working on one computer or the other - I'm rarely, if ever, working on both.
I use the MacBook Pro for daily work (Java/web development, Photoshop/Illustrator), and the PC for hobby work (C#/.NET) and gaming.
The MBP is thin enough that I can slide it under the keyboard to get a total of 4 screens. I generally use the MBP screen for Skype & Campfire windows.
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T-Rex Themed Art for those interested, clockwise from the left:
These ones off of Amazon. One of the reviewers practically nutted writing his review and they were like 40 bucks off
Sennheiser HD800
> Do you have them?
I have them and their big brother, the HD 800.
> Do they induce headaches because of the band?
They are widely considered one of the most comfortable lines of headphones on the market, and I certainly agree. They are made of study plastic and ultra-soft velour. They do not induce headaches or irritate my ears, and I consider myself vulnerable to these sorts of things.
> All I need to do is plug them into the headphone jack on any fitting device
The stock termination is 1/4'' TRS (big headphone jack), which may not fit in your computer or other source player. The HD 558 ships with a 1/4''-to-1/8'' converter, but many people find it bulky. I recommend this Grado adapter cable, Grado being a headphone company we all know and love.
> and it'll output 7.1 warranted it's available?
Don't worry about how many speakers you're supposed to be hearing. If you're a fan of surround sound, I guarantee any (well-mastered) recording will sound phenomenal to you through these cans. Sennheiser headphones are known and praised for this quality.
Looking for a good pair of headphones for listening to musis and gaming on my laptop.
Budget: Flexible around $100
Source: My laptop (I use it as a desktop so I do not need these headphones to be portable)
Type of Headphone: Closed Headphones
Preferred Tonal Balance: Semi balanced leaning towards bass but still able to have a wide range. (I'm new to this so if you think this is wrong for the type of music I am listening to just tell my please)
Past Headphones: JVC IEMS. I still have them and will continue to use them for portable use.
Preferred Music: Electronic( Nightcore, Nightstep, Dubstep, House, Trap, Glitch Hop, etc.) Classic Rock.
Location: USA
Headphones I am looking at right now: Right now I have had Sony MDR10Rs, Shure SRH440s, and V-MODA Crossfade LPs all recommended for me and I think they suit what I am looking for and want to know your opinions.
Side Note I have also been recommended m50's by audiotechnica but someone else here said they are uncomfortable and have too narrow a soundstage for gaming.
That's great but we have been giving you recommendations and you have been ignoring them. Everything Xodium recommended would work. Anything from the sidebar links in your price range will work.
Here, I'll even do the work for you:
Fostex T50RP
Shure SRH440
Incipio F38
Koss PortaPro
Grado SR80i
ATH M50
If you're a not a fucking audiophile, then ANY of these headphones will be fine for you. All of them are a better value than Beats/Bose. If you will be using it primarily on the train, pick a closed headphone for noise isolation, like the ATH M50 or Incipio F38.
There, done.
I usually run into a Focusrite Scarlett Solo interface into Garageband. I get fairly good sounds out of the software amps, it's just something you have to learn like anything else to get good tones. Garageband is deeper than people give it credit for. There are entire *good* albums that were produced on Garageband. That said, use whatever software amps you like, I'm just saying don't dismiss Garageband right off the bat. I use Tascam TH-02 headphones. I'm a college student and I wanted good headphones on a budget, these were the cheapest ($20) that /r/headphones recommends and they're quite good, although I haven't listened to many to compare them with.
First post here.
From left to right:
Loudly.
In all seriousness, my girlfriend has put a veto on all metal when she's around (except power metal, which honestly I think is a great compromise). So I listen when I'm commuting to/from work, when I get a chance I'll throw some headphones on at work, and when I'm home alone I'll blast it on my speakers.
Honestly, if you're in an apartment, I cannot recommend a good pair of headphones enough. Grado SR80's are incredible headphones for metal, and incredible headphones all around.
I didn't realize I was obliged to provide a suggestion. Here you go:
Sennheiser HD 380 PRO
Audio-Technica ATH-ANC7B
Have a pair of ATH-ANC7B's that I use for trips. The only problem with active noise cancelling headphones is they only drown out constant background noise. Think road, engine, A/C sounds. They actually make it much easier to hear someone talking to you. Granted if you are listening to music or whatever then that isn't much of a problem. Most closed, over the ear, headphones will do well for what you want but earbuds may be a better choice. I've never been able to find a pair that fit in my ear quite right though. They always fall out or develop an odd muffle to the audio.
Yea, my stepmother just won a pair of Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones in a raffle, and they are pretty damn cool, but still, when they compare to my ~$100 Audio Technica ATH-A700, they are not nearly as clear or as loud. Definitely not worth $300. The noise cancelling is awesome, and If I was looking for that I would say they are worth about $100, but nothing more.
I will also plug /r/headphones as a good place to get advice for this kind of stuff.
First of all, don't get the amp just yet. You won't need it unless you can't get your music to a listenable volume. Get the headphones, try them out, and you will know if you need the amp. At this point, you the thirty bucks you would spend on that would be better used towards headphones.
As for what I use, [these] (http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-Momentum-Headphone-Brown/dp/B009QV15DU) are on my head currently. They are very comfortable, basically shut out the world when I have music playing, and sound utterly fantastic. However, they don't handle blazingly fast music as well as slower music, so I wouldn't recommend them for stuff like really technical metal (Stoner and Sludge metal are still great with them.)
As for you... My advice is to do your research. Don't grab the HD598's of the M50X's just because people buzz about them. Both are great, so you can't go wrong with either of them, but you might not be a fan of the "house" sound signature of either of those brands. Go on Head Fi or other headphone websites, watch headphone reviews on youtube (I particularly like Z Reviews.) That way, you know what you're buying and what you're getting into.
Bose QC-35
Lo discutimos aca en el sub el otro dia. No son los mejores en calidad de sonido en ese rango de precio. Pero sin duda son los mejores (por lejos!) con active noise cancellation y yo los quiero mas que nada por eso.
I hear you, it's definitely getting harder and harder. What's your budget and requirements like tho? There's definitely a plethora of good choices to pick from.
My pick for budget earphones is the XiaoMi Piston 2, which i picked up for less than 15 dollars.
For a proper headphone, I've used the Logitech UE 6000 for a long time and they are really lovely to listen to. Unfortunately, durability is poor and the leather/PU style cups usually disintegrate after a while. And it's discontinued unfortunately.
https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-982-000079-6000-Headphones-Discontinued/dp/B0094S36RI
My current wishlist includes the Sony MDR 1A, which sounds absolutely fantastic with the on board DAC. A must-get if you have the budget for it.
https://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR1A-Premium-Hi-Res-Headphones/dp/B00NBMHY58
And on the wireless side of things, the Bose QC35 is great for mobility, without sacrificing quality like most wireless headsets do. This one is expensive, but for good reason of course since the unit I tried blocked off external noise extremely well to create an immersive listening experience.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01E3SNO1G/ref=dp_ob_neva_mobile
Hope this helps you in some ways at least!
Sennheiser HD 559
So I'm exactly the same way, I'm an introvert and hate noisy environments. I become very stressed out very fast. I've taken to always having earplugs on me so I can pop them in whenever I need to, so that's one thing I could suggest, if you can tolerate earplugs. I get the kinds meant for construction sites, that are meant to protect your hearing from really loud noises like jackhammers. I also have a pair of noise-cancelling headphones, which may or may not be better than what you have (they work really well for me, but are pricey): Bose QuietComfort 35
Another suggestion I'd make is Audiomute's sound proofing door kit. I bought this a few months ago, mainly because I installed a sound system in my room (I hate noise but still enjoy listening to my own music) and I didn't want to bug everyone else in the house with my noise. But it has also really, significantly dampened the amount of noise getting into the room. I was pretty shocked how well it worked for $39. That + a loud box fan going in my room makes a very relaxing environment for me. And as a bonus (for me anyway), it also blocks almost all smells from getting in -- I'm also super sensitive to scent, especially cooking smells.
If you get the door kit, just make sure you check it a few times by turning on the light in your room and closing the door while you're on the other side in a (preferably) dark hallway. If you can see any light getting through around the door, it's not fully sealed, but you can adjust the foam pretty easily until you get a good seal all the way around.
If you're looking for a deal that still sounds decent
Slightly nicer set
Really nice set
I'm sure you already know this, but you can save a ton of money by not going with RGB. At least $500 worth, and that's not even me switching out parts where I think you could save money on. I didn't even know they made SSDs with RGB, lol! :)
It looks pretty good overall, not sure about $267 for the headphones. I'd go with the Philips Fidelio X2s. I bought them new for $300 a few years back. Great for music and gaming.
I have the earlier version of this Audio Technica model: http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-ANC7B-QuietPoint-Noise-Cancelling-Closed-Back/dp/B002HWJT1A/
I compared them to a set of Bose QC2's that a family member has, and wasn't able to tell the difference.
Another option is to get an set of hearing protective over-ear muffs (like these: http://www.peltor.com/peltor.com/non_detail.cfm?prod_family=Muff%20H10&ind_prod_num=H10A001), and wear them alone or with earbuds under them, for a totally passive (no batteries required!) and incredibly inexpensive solution.
Sennheiser HD280 Pro - Durable as hell, good isolation, comfortable, ear-cups swivel and allow the headphones to "fold flat" for easy storage in a backpack. Good sound ($100).
Audio Technica ATH-ANC7B - Comfortable, active noise-cancelling, great sound, fairly lightweight. Not as durable as the HD280, but also folds flat and is geared towards portability/travel. Of all the noise cancelling headphones I have tried, I like these the most. Also, the current retail package includes an airline adapter (~$125).
I would look into Bose. Much better sound quality than beats, in my opinion they are the best. I own a pair of noise cancelling headphones and a speaker by them and they really are quality. Here's a link to the wireless ones and the pair I have.
https://www.bose.com/en_us/products/headphones/wireless_headphones.html
https://www.amazon.com/Bose-QuietComfort-Cancelling-Discontinued-Manufacturer/dp/B0054JJ0QW
Not sure how much you are willing to spend but they are well worth it in my opinion.
Are you interested in noise cancelling headphones? If so, the Bose QC15 is the best on the market. Otherwise, I'd recommend a pair of MadDogs or VMODA M100s
Beats are generally terrible, the studios are meh at best, and the m50s are a big step up but they aren't the greatest thing since sliced bread like some would have you believe. If you want a great sounding pair of headphones go for the brainwavs hm5 or their less expensive clone the nvx xpt100 (reviews: Brainwav hm5 audiotechnica ATH M50)
If you're willing to spend a little more... Beyerdynamic DT-880s (semi open 250ohm).
Talk about all over the place! I mainly listen to electronica (dubstep, hardstyle, trance, club, etc.), jazz, and post hardcore/metal. I've had my 880's for about 3yrs now and they still surprise me at times. I truly enjoy them when it comes to jazz and electronic, and they are the most comfortable cans I've tried!
HOWEVER, any rock or metal is sub par in my opinion. Mid range is not as crisp as what these genre's require. Although, I would never take back my decision in purchasing them. What they lack in one area (Mids) they more than make up in others. PS: Burn in was ~40hrs for me, so don't judge right away if you invest.
http://www.amazon.com/beyerdynamic-DT-880-Premium-250/dp/B000F2BLTM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1370810867&sr=8-1&keywords=beyer+dt880
Prices for a used HD800 have probably gone as low as they're going to get (around $800 in 9/10 condition).
Now for all you young'uns, the HD600 and HD650 used to be regularly discounted by retailers down to the $200-$250 range. Sennheiser didn't like this because they thought it lowered the value proposition of their gear. So Sennheiser locked down prices for their authorized dealers unless corporate specifically authorized a sale, like during black Friday. Now you can still buy Sennheisers from non-authorized dealers, but Sennheiser won't honor the warranty.
> WARRANTY ELIGIBILITY STATEMENT
In order to be considered eligible for repair or replacement under warranty, included with the repair item(s) must be a valid bill of sale (please see below for more information) from an authorized Sennheiser retailer
B&H, authorized retailer, sells for MSRP
Sonic Electronix, another authorized dealer, selling for MSRP
While this is a great price, there's no warranty
Here's a list of authorized dealers. They always sell at MSRP.
Now a workaround for this is to buy from a non-authorized dealer using a credit card like AMEX that provides an extended warranty for electronics. If it's defective, you'll know in the return period. But you don't have to worry about not having a warranty on your headphones.
They're on sale again, in case you missed the Amazon Prime Day deal last week.
There appears to be two versions of the X2HR on Amazon (the X2HR/00 and X2HR/27). Not sure if there's a difference but this is the X2HR/00 version.
Camelcamelcamel price history for the X2HR/00 and the X2HR/27. Also the discontinued X2/27 for comparison.
I was just suggesting these Phillips Fidelio X2/HR open back 3.5mm HiRes headphones to someone else. I bought them for $350, they’re running for $99 today for Black Friday. And I bought a $30 V-MODA Boom Pro flexible mic that runs as the cable between it and the controller for when I game. Fucking love ‘em, figured I’d throw it out there while I had the link on my clipboard.
X2HR are $100 https://www.amazon.com/Philips-X2HR-Over-Ear-Open-Air-Headphone/dp/B01N5VHLUG/
Bigger soundstage on the X2HR, which many people find more engaging. Bass will be a bit tighter on the DT770, but the X2HR are no slouch.
Those X2HR currently have free returns, which means Amazon pays return shipping if you don't like them. Order them and see what you think.
Xpt100 http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0093PVTPS/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1421844734&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70
The overdone m50x of course http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00HVLUR86/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1421844877&sr=8-1&dpPl=1&dpID=41JuLoXXtVL&ref=plSrch&pi=AC_SX200_QL40
Shure 440 http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B002DP1FTU/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1421844936&sr=8-1&dpPl=1&dpID=41h9rRFqppL&ref=plSrch&pi=AC_SX200_QL40
Senn momentum http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00AZZNXOK/ref=mp_s_a_1_17?qid=1421844987&sr=8-17&pi=AC_SY200_QL40&dpPl=1&dpID=41PhwEt071L&ref=plSrch
Urbanite on ear http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00M3NZYKI/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1421845013&sr=8-1&dpPl=1&dpID=41uGMLrAQJL&ref=plSrch&pi=AC_SY200_QL40
They do. Just flip the lil switch and things get hecka serene.
https://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-ANC7B-QuietPoint-Noise-Cancelling-Closed-Back/dp/B002HWJT1A
Quick google for myself brought up that they're nr 1 on this headphonesaddict.com list.
I'm prob going for the Audio-Technica ATH-ANC7B; I'm not ready to drop 300+ EUR on travelling headphones yet.
> definitely need noise-cancel
See, that's where the problem starts, you won't find any headphones with active noise cancelling at the 100$ level.
The cheapest headphone I can recommend with active noise cancelling and all of the attributes you described is the Audio-Technica ATH-ANC7B which runs you around 180$. If you can shell out the money these are absolutely great.
I have a set of these they are very nice.
I also have a set of these both are great value for the sound.
The vmoda's are one's that sit on my desk but they come with a semi hard case and a detachable headphone plug which makes them less likely to shit out.
I have the V-Moda Crossfade LP with the BoomPro mic and I am 100% satisfied. V-Moda makes extremely good headphones. I picked up the Crossfade LP's on sale from Amazon for $79.95 (I think it was a lightening deal)
The V-Moda's sound is simply stunning. Great bass and a crisp soudstage. I wear them for watching TV and they never feel uncomfortable (I have a larger than average head). I also use these for my Surface on plane trips as the noise-isolating is fantastic. I cannot recommend V-Moda's enough!! Seriously one of the best (if not the best) headphones I have ever had the pleasure of listening to. If/when I find the M-100 on sale, I am grabbing a pair. Plus the build quality is second to none. You can literally throw them around and they will not break (there is a video somewhere of the owner of V-Moda twisting and bending the hell out of the headphones and they stayed perfect - no damage). They are not to heavy and not too light.
I also have the Turtle Beach DX11 for the 360 and these are, by far, the worst sounding headphones I have ever used. There is no bass at all and the sound will crackle if turned up too loud. The only good about these is that the are comfortabel but that is because they are so damn light due to EVERYTHING being plastic. I will never purchase anything from Turtle Beach again.
Edit: link
For those who are interested, the cans are V-Moda Crossfade LPs that can be picked up on Amazon for half price from retail (my particular pair are Gunmetal, but they come in other colors). The ear shields on the sides are interchangeable and can be custom ordered and laser engraved from the official V-Moda website in various colors, and this is the image I used for engraving... cost around $50 for the custom etching if memory serves correctly.
On the nerdier side of audio, the headphone amp/DAC (digital audio converter) combo sitting on the left is a portable FiiO e07k Andes, all being played from a Google Nexus 10.
Out of the box, the LPs are a bit bassy (or "muddy" as some people call it), but using an amp really cleans everything up, in my personal opinion, and pushes the cans to their potential. For those who don't really consider themselves "audiophiles" or whatever you want to call it, headphone amps make a pretty big difference on mid - high range audiogear... near night and day in my opinion.
Hope this answers any questions about the set up! :D
v-moda crossfade lp's, made almost completly out of metal, weather proof and are the best headphones I have heard yet. They have 50mm dedicated subs and are about $140. you can also get different colored sheilds for the ear cups. http://www.amazon.com/Crossfade-Over-Ear-Noise-Isolating-Headphone-Gunmetal/dp/B003BYRGKY
40 dollar headphones are actually... not that bad... if you buy right.
Now, I would put segmentation of headphones like so:
0-20 dollars: The "I'm probably going to break these, so I'm not going to spend much money," segment. If you're not buying them for risky usage scenarios, spend more money.
$30-50: Here's where you'll start seeing your money doing some work. Sony makes some fantastic headphones in this range. Something like the Sony MDR7506, Sony MDR-V55/BRs, JVC HARX700s, HARX 900s, or Audio Technica ATH-M30s.
$100-200: You aren't going to see significant gains over $50 cans until you break the $100 dollar mark. For instance, the ATH-M50s or Sennheiser 558s are (supposedly) fantastic. I personally have a pair of V-Moda Crossfade LP2s that give me fantastic audio quality to my ears.
Above that, I haven't done a whole lot of research. I believe segmentation hits again and you won't see a good gain until you start spending around 250-300 for studio-grade stuff, then another step up to 500+ for high-end studio and audiophile-grade equipment, but that's just kind of what I remember seeing.
All in a Grid-It organizer
From what I've read:
> "No NC headphones are suited for outdoor use as the exterior mics are wind sensitive."
source (cq 15)
> "However, the design isn't perfect; you're likely to hear loud winds even with active noise cancellation."
source (cq 15)
> "Yes, there is a hiss when there is wind blowing but that is my only issue."
source (cq 20i)
So it seems that there's a bit of an issue with Bose (at least with the older models). I wonder why this hasn't happened in your other cans? I'm no cq owner, though, and these are just some things I've found by looking around.
Just so you don't look like a mainstream hipster, I would recommend these few options that are actually much better than the gimmicky dr. Dre ones.
But, I do have Bose QC15i's that I might get a mic for. They're good as fuck headphones.
http://www.amazon.com/Bose%C2%AE-QuietComfort%C2%AE-Acoustic-Cancelling%C2%AE-Headphones/dp/B0054JJ0QW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1341686927&sr=8-1&keywords=Bose+QC15i
Brainwavz HM5s are good, although slightly above your budget. Build is solid, isolation is good, and they're comfortable. These are regularly recommended over the ATH-M50xs, despite the different price class.
Alternatively, if you're looking for less dry monitoring sound, have a look at the Takstar HI 2050 and Pro 80s, as these have a good reputation for affordable, decent quality fun headphones. Keep in mind that the 2050s are open-backs, so there will be sound leak, so you want to take the Pro 80s over them if that is a concern for you.
Then there's also Philips SHP8000s, which allegedly are a good budget solution, but I haven't heard all that much on them. If the 9500s are anything to go by, though, they'll be more than worth the money if you're on budget.
Basically:
Sennheiser HD558 is just outside of your upper bracket by $2.99 on Amazon right now. I've never heard them, but having heard the HD598 recently, the HD558 should be a great candidate for you. The only downside would be these are open-back headphones, so they will leak a bit of sound and you can hear everything as if you don't have a headphone on at all.
For a closed-back headphone at that price range, lots of people recommends Creative Aurvana Live!, Sony MDR-V6, and Jaycar Pro Monitor Headphones (which is the same as this but less expensive). If you're into modding stuff, Fostex T50RP is considered one of the best headphone for modding and there's plenty of documentation online. Granted it is a tad over your upper bracket as well, thank the modders for that :D
If you want to stick to the lower end of your budget: This
Otherwise: This
Decent open backs models unfortunately are all ~125EUR+ on amazon.it
So...here are a few suggestions at this price range:
Audio Technica ATH-M50x: $120 (Probably the most recommended headphone ever. Somewhat boomy bass at times).
http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-M50x-Professional-Monitor-Headphones/dp/B00HVLUR86
Ultrasone HFI-580 S-Logic: $132.98 (Tighter bass than the M50x, typical Ultrasone v-curve, and pretty fun).
http://www.amazon.com/Ultrasone-HFI-580-Professional-Closed-back-Headphones/dp/B00101UHS8
Beyerdynamic DT770: $137.58 (Another classic. Built like a tank. Probably the second "brightest" pair of cans on this list next to the Ultrasone 780).
http://www.amazon.com/Beyerdynamic-770-PRO-250-ohms/dp/B0006NL5SM/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1463101103&sr=1-2&keywords=dt+770
AKG K553 Pro: $172.99 (My office cans. These are fairly flat with slightly accentuated bass. Their mids are a bit veiled. They can be had for $120 on Massdrop sometimes and are probably worth closer to that amount than the $170+ they usually go for).
Ultrasone HFI-780 S-Logic: $173.85 (Currently wearing these right now while while listening to Hotel California. These headphones have a strong v-curve and can be fatiguing due to how bright their treble is. However, with the right music, they can be really, really fun).
http://www.amazon.com/Ultrasone-HFI-780-Professional-Closed-back-Headphones/dp/B00101XVH2
Sennheiser Momentum: $188.90 (I've not heard these personally, so I can't give any appropriate opinion).
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-Momentum-Headphone-Brown/dp/B009QV15DU
Shure SRH840: $189.95 (I've not heard these personally, so I can't give any appropriate opinion. However, in my limited experience, Shure's tend to be flat and cough boring).
http://www.amazon.com/Shure-SRH840-Professional-Monitoring-Headphones/dp/B002DP8IEK
Sony MDR1R: $199.95 (I didn't spend too much time with these as I wasn't very impressed. A few other options I listed above are much more fun or balanced, but I figured I'd put them on the list anyways).
http://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR1R-Premium-Over-Headphones/dp/B009A6CZ30
I almost always suggest Audio Technica M50x at this price range. That's not because I think they're the most fun or balanced. It's because they're a great entry level headphone for someone that doesn't know exactly what they want from their daily driver. If someone is sure that they like a nice v-curve, I'm not afraid to suggest Ultrasones or Beyerdynamics. I really want to try out the Sennheiser Momentums, but I haven't had the chance yet.
The ever classy and enduring [Sennheiser Momentum] (http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-Momentum-Headphone-Brown/dp/B009QV15DU).
Im really liking the look of those 550s. Do you know how they might compare to any of these?
AKG 545s
[Senn Momentums] (http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-Momentum-Headphone-Brown/dp/B009QV15DU/ref=sr_1_9?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1426779132&sr=1-9&keywords=akg+550)
I've bought things from Amazon's european sites before at cheaper rates. I snagged some headphones from Amazon Spain for a lot less than what Amazon UK were asking. It shipped from spain too but I had prime so delivery was free and only took a day or two. It would be great if there was an extension for that.
Example:
Amazon UK £317
Amazon Spain €309 or £271
You can get used to the headphones, I mean you see EVERYONE wearing them; you will not “stick out”. Headphones and your phone with some music works. I used to refuse to leave the house with wet hair… I learned that others care less about my appearance than I would have guessed.
There are cases where ear plugs work better. Some types hurt my ears too; here are some that are cheap and REALLY effective;
https://www.amazon.com/Macks-Pillow-Silicone-Earplugs-Value/dp/B003LZQGN6/?th=1
I also did some research on noise cancelling headphones; wonderful for plane trips, and in the car (when you are the passenger). A bit expensive, but worth the investment;
https://www.amazon.com/Bose-QuietComfort-Wireless-Headphones-Cancelling/dp/B01E3SNO1G/
I'm not quite as sensitive as perhaps you are, but I don't enjoy environmental noises either. To mitigate this, I bought these headphones. They're a bit expensive, but are absolutely amazing when it comes to blocking out the little annoyances. You could also try putting on some white noise while you study, or soft music. I personally can't do music as I start daydreaming and wishing I was a pianist, so I prefer silence.
I also don't study in the library for a few reasons, including noise. Try making a quiet study environment at home for yourself?
As for lectures, sit as close to the front as possible. For the most part, people in the front tend to pay closer attention, thus not talk or make too much noise.
Lastly, I think this issue will get better with time, especially if you can't fix the problem right away. I'm sure you'll eventually learn to tune out the little noises. Maybe your body will be so tired that eventually it'll say, "screw it, I'm sleeping through this".
Good luck!
I have large ears. I've been considering these ($270), the PXC 550 ($330), and the WH1000XM2 ($300).
It seems that both the HD1 and the WH1000XM2 have small earpads, and there aren't any good options for third-party pads.
I've decided on the PXC 550s. They have larger stock pads, which can be upgraded to the Brainwavz HM5 if necessary.
Just my thoughts. Other audiophiles with large ears may find this helpful.
Was watching a review of the PXC550 that was uploaded 3 days ago, the video said it's $350. Just saw today that it's down to $200. Those who have used it, is it worth getting?
My philosophy is to find the best price-to-performance ratio.
$20 and under: Monoprice 8283 DJ Headphones (closed-back, about the cheapest I would recommend)
$50 and under: Superlux HD 681 EVO (semi-open back, great value, a sweet spot for budget headphones)
$75 and under: Audio-Technica ATH-AD500X (excellent soundstage)
$100 and under: Sennheiser HD 559 (classic laid-back Sennheiser sound, good soundstage, great all-rounder)
$125 and under: [Sennheiser HD 579] (https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD-579-Open-Headphone-x/dp/B01L1IIF1K) (slightly improved 559, you may not notice a difference)
$150 and under: [Sennheiser HD 58X Jubilee] (https://www.massdrop.com/buy/massdrop-x-sennheiser-hd-58x-jubilee-headphones) (excellent all-rounder, a noticeable upgrade from the 559/579, another sweet spot for price-performance ratio)
$175 and under: [HIFIMAN HE4XX] (https://www.massdrop.com/buy/massdrop-x-hifiman-he4xx-planar-magnetic-headphones) (planar magnetics - a much different sound signature with more bass impact)
$200 and under: [Sennheiser HD 6XX] (https://www.massdrop.com/buy/massdrop-sennheiser-hd6xx) (pretty much the best 99% of people will ever hear or want or need)
After the HD 6XX, you really start to experience diminishing returns IMO. In my experience, all the pairs I listed are very comfortable, especially the midrange Sennheisers.
I would recommend the Sennheiser HD598sr. It is an open-back headphone with only 50 ohm impedance so it can be run directly from a mobile device-the volume level just needs to be a bit higher than you may currently be using.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06WRMZZ45/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_yzrqDbD7YSAZ0
Also, if you’re in the US, Amazon has a ridiculous sale on the Philips Fidelio X2HR for $150. These are amazing, especially at that price. Great soundstage, open-back, less neutral, slight bass emphasis. These are only 30ohms as well, and can definitely be run from any mobile device.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N5VHLUG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_AwrqDbWJAE7YR
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I have the M100 + XL pads for work. They're great. My pads are smashed now though, need to replace them. If mine ever break, I'll most likely buy another pair.
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They seem to be on sale for < $150 on Amazon right now, but you won't get them for a month or two: https://www.amazon.com/V-MODA-Crossfade-Over-Ear-Noise-Isolating-Headphone/dp/B00A39PPDK/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1536373670&sr=8-3&keywords=m100
Edit: should've read more carefully, yeah they won't be ideal for mixing or recording since they're fun cans, not neutral. I've not heard them, but the AT r70x gets a lot of praise for being neutral.
The V-Moda M100 is probably one of the most rugged headphones out there. It's a solid pair of headphones. If you don't mind using the headphone carrying case I would recommend the PSB M4U 1. Probably the most balanced headphones in its price range.
Look at the V Moda M100, and consider getting the XL pads with them for better comfort. No active noise cancellation with these.
V moda M100 (Amazon $230 currently). Good for bassy music, good build quality and accessories (spare cable, hard case with carabiner). These went on sale for 200 during christmas on amazon and are 250 normally. so it's a decent price right now
(they did have an extra special price of $150 from the microsoft store during BF which is unlikely to happen agian until next year)
I'm looking for a comfortable set of headphones I can wear all day, that accurately and cleanly reproduce sound.
Budget - Theoretically unlimited, but I'm usually happy enough in the low-mid range.
Source - HiFiMAN EF2A
Requirements for Isolation - These will be used at work to drown out the noise of the mechanical keyboards my new coworkers use.
Preferred Type of Headphone - Over the ear
Preferred tonal balance - Studio monitors, I want accurate sound reproduction.
Past headphones - For years I used a pair of Sennheiser PXC-350's for travel and occasional office use. I love the sound but they are too tight on my head to wear comfortably for hours.
In the last few weeks I've tried out 3 different pairs:
Preferred Music - Vocal/R&B, Rock, Classical and occasionally Jazz. The first things I listened to when I got the two Sony headphones were Amy Winehouse, a Dvorak concerto, Pink Floyd and Joe Satriani.
Headphones that look cool and sound decent: UrbanEars
Headphones that sound amazing but look like headphones: suggestions of several styles and price points
Headphones that are trendy and look good but are also overpriced and don't sound that good: Beats
Most people I tell to stay way the hell away from Beats but a 14 year old might appreciate the hip-and-cool factor enough that it would be worth it. (But if I, a grown-ass adult, was going to spend $250 on headphones, I'd buy these.)
Not really, the 598 have a slight weakness towards the low end...
See measurements: Here, here and here.
And if you look at the last graph, the green line is pretty much what a warm sounding headphones would measure like.
Edit: That makes me think, the Sennheiser Momentum would be pretty good for OP, no amp/dac required.
> Sennheiser HD 558'
I have a pair of Sennheiser momentum
they're excellent also. I bought them off someone who won 'em at work... and I got them a couple of days before I won a pair of "Beats". haven't opened the Beats yet and no idea what to do with 'em.
Sennheiser Momentums for $199.95.
I've had these on my Amazon wishlist for awhile. Pulled the trigger on them this morning.
If $20 is all you have to spend on speakers, then it doesn't really matter what you buy, it's all going to sound crap. I'd really suggest headphones instead, where you can get properly good sound for $30
Teamspeak: Free
Headphones that won't give your ears AIDS: $15
Microphone that's probably better than most headsets: $1
Not killing yours and everyone else's ears: Priceless.
I don't know the name, I'll see if I can get it though.
But be warned, they are meant for recording film/music and have an extremely long cable and are pretty expensive, though if you're looking for a high-quality audio experience these were top of the line.
Quick edit: found them $99
When I looked at options in the range of $100 - $200 I didn't see a big enough difference between the two ends of the spectrum to warrant going over $100. I've been very happy with the Sennheiser HD280 headphones and using them daily for 4-5 years now and no complaints.
Pro Tools definitely isn't necessary if you're getting Logic Pro, but if it fits your budget at the end, go for it.
For Headphones, Beyerdynamic DT770 Pro, or Sennheiser HD280 Pro if you want to allocate more of the budget to other gear.
Assuming you're not going to doing large sessions, the Steinberg UR44 interface should meet your needs and is very budget-friendly.
The Shure SM57 is a must-have for any studio, great for electric guitar but can be used for just about anything. The SM58 should also definitely be considered.
You'll also probably want something like the Audio-Technica 2035 for recording vocals (or other instruments), and a couple of other mics that I'm sure other people will recommend.
The Yamaha HS8 is a great monitor that you'll find widely used in studios all over the world, and won't break the bank. This package also includes stands and cables.
edit I know it wasn't asked for, but price out what it costs to have someone come and tune a piano in your area. If it's reasonable, take a look on Craigslist, you can often find used upright pianos in great shape for free, being given away by people who are moving and don't play enough to justify the effort of moving it.
EDIT BACKUP DRIVES! Unless the people there have their own way of backing up the things they record, or even if they do, get a couple of hard drives and back things up often, just in case any tragedies should happen.
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That's all I got off the top of my head, I'll come back and edit this post later if anything else comes to mind, hopefully this is a good starting out point for you.
I use an earlier version of these Senheiser HD280PRO headphones. I love these things; they block out all outside sound and are crystal clear. I hate headphones that go over your ears and these are the most comfortable that I've ever worn. Great for short or long sessions.
Just recently installed new speakers on my PC. The speaker I picked up is a Logitech Z623. It sound incredible when I'm listening to Hyperreal. I could just sit down, chill and drink it all in while I'm doing other stuff in my room. In addition, I picked up new headphone. Mainly because my old headphones are getting dirty. I never used it for just listening to music, but I used it when I play multiplayer shooters. It has better sound quality and offer better stereo sound than most gaming headset. No more gaming headphones for me.
$100, transparent as hell, and super comfortable. Music sounds great and you could even get away with mixing or doing audio work on them.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00IT0IHOY/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1496527091&amp;sr=8-1&amp;pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&amp;keywords=sennheiser+hd+280+pro&amp;dpPl=1&amp;dpID=41z0VGKAfUL&amp;ref=plSrch
Three headphones which are recommended for first time buyers looking to invest in a higher quality pair of headphones are Audia-Technica's ATH-M50x, Grado's SR80e and Beyerdynamic's DT-770 Pro 80ohm.
Sennheiser's HD650 would be better for Devin's type of music, but it's also a big step up in price and they should only be used inside as you need a good DAC to drive them.
Personally I'm using several different headphones depending on if I'm in front of my computer, in the living room or outside. My two main headphones are Philips Phidelio X2 and the Beyerdynamic DT-770 Pro 32ohm limited edition.
Sennheiser, Beyerdynamic, AKG, ATH and Grado are usually safe brands to go for when looking for higher quality headphones.
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How do you like your music? closed or open
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Alessandro Music Series One
The MS1 is a slightly tweaked pair of Grado SR80i's, which are widely considered to be some of the best headphones for metal among the audiophile community because of their ballsy and in-your-face aesthetic. The Alessandro phones are subtly improved and are a little more well-rounded.
Also, since they're $100, you can spend that extra $100 you saved on sweet merch!
Oldies but standards:
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD-280-Pro-Headphones/dp/B000065BPB/ref=sr_1_11?s=electronics&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1409458456&amp;sr=1-11&amp;keywords=sennheiser+closed+headphones
http://www.amazon.com/Grado-Prestige-Series-SR80e-Headphones/dp/B00L1LXOWS/ref=pd_tcs_subst_e_1?ie=UTF8&amp;refRID=0VHJD8TX4ZFE5B4HYYSM
What kind of headphones are you listening to the music on? Just mentioning it because I bought my first nice set of headphones around 3 years ago and it completely changed the way I listen to music. Previously I'd listen on iPhone earbuds and I'd have to crank up the volume so I could hear the details in the music like I wanted to. But with a nice pair of headphones, you can hear the details much more clearly at a reasonable volume.
It's so satisfying when you can hear all the separate instruments and sounds as distinct instead of being all muddled together. If you're using crappy or cheap headphones you might just be cranking it up to try and hear things better, but good headphones will make a world of difference. These are the ones I use. There are more expensive headphones out there of course, and these aren't the most durable, but the sound is incredible.
Anyway, you might already have nice headphones, in which case you already know everything I just said. Also I'm assuming you're using headphones not speakers here just because Ae makes the kind of hyper-detailed music that usually calls for headphones in my experience. But same advice applies to speakers — a little investment goes a long way.
(https://www.amazon.ca/Audio-Technica-ATH-AD900X-Audiophile-Headphones/dp/B009S331VU)
and these for travel and school Sennheiser Momentum In-Ear. I like them both for their purpose, but I'm not particularly fond of the Sennheisers shrill highs, and I feel the Audio Technicas are a little too neutral for my music.
I've also been looking for headphones myself but am stuck between the Motorhead Iron Fist, the ATH-M50X, and the Grado sr80e, any new suggestions are welcome, though.
So: you need some headphones:
Sony MDR-XB700:
Decent phones, popular because they've got good bass punch, but they're unbalanced towards that range. Should be fine for gaming, but they wouldn't be my first suggestion. Suggested because those big over sized muffs are pretty comfy.
Sony MDR-SA1000: Hot damn I remember these. Great phones, comfy for long wear, easy to hear through, but easy to drown out the world by pumping up the volume a little bit. Fairly balance range response, decent sound stage, good pricing.
AKG K 701: I shit you not, these headphones have caused my girlfriend to have an orgasm. Quite possibly the finest piece of audio gear I've laid ears on, but there's a catch. You can't get orgasm-inducing sound out of them without an amp, they're just too power hungry. Though, an amp would help any of these phones. I would consult this review for a decent explanation of the amp situation.
For Microphones, I've had two of these: good audio quality, and while not good enough for audio sampling, they are great for voice comms. Personally I think that desk mics work better, since most players seem to have a hard time keeping their heatset mics from rubbing all over their faces.
Edit: Link's 'n shit.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B000EBBJ6Y/ref=psdc_4222329031_t3_B00HVLUR86
> Basically, are these the K702 65th Annie?
no..the annie and the K7XX are tuned differently and have more bass.
But they did indeed change the pads and headband to the same style as the K712 and Annie.
But be careful! AKG managed to confuse the shit out of online retailers and sometimes they use pictures of the new version while actually selling the old one...or like Amazon Germany, using pictures of both generations at the same time.
Have a look at the DT880, extreeeemely comfortable and great full sound - https://www.amazon.com/Beyerdynamic-880-Premium-250-ohm/dp/B000F2BLTM
at that price range you would get more bang for your buck getting an actual studio quality headset and a clip on mic, like the JVC HARX900 with a zalman mic. I personally use the HA-RX700, which is almost half the price.
"gaming" headsets are a marketing gimmick.
In that recent video it looked like he was wearing these: http://www.amazon.com/JVC-HARX900-High-Grade-Full-Size-Headphone/dp/B0013P3ZOE
Which if you read the reviews sound like they are fucking good and they are only $60.
I remember I used to get an audiophile magazine at my apt from the person who lived there before, I laughed my ass off at the fact that people pay literally $1000, for a 3 foot long gold plated MONSTER cable, which probably performs like 3% better than a regular $10 cable.
check this bullshit out $1824.00 for ONE 2meter long cable.
If you are smart you can find headphones like the JVC HARX900 that perform probably like 2% worse than the $600 pair. Actually based on what I know about engineering, its likely that there are $600 headphones which perform worse. Headphones seem to be very tricky to engineer, it seems to have a lot to do with getting lucky with a design that works, and it also depends on your personal preference of what you like to hear, so even a $600 pair may sound shitty if it doesn't have enough bass or too much bass or some other weird problem.
oh yeah and whenever possible avoid listening to stuff on youtube, since youtube has really shitty audio compression.
Buy this or this for a mic.
Headsets do not deliver good audio quality for their price. At a sub $100 price range you might not be able to tell the difference but a decent pair of headphones with an attachable mic is going to deliver superior quality.
At your price range I recommend the JVC HARX900s and the ATH M30s. I would also look at the Sony MDR-V6s but they're out of your budget.
I recommend JVC RX900 to everyone at this price point. I had Koss Pro DJ100's before them and the RX900's blow them away. I also prefer them to the Audio-Technica ES7's I had previously, which were $90ish when I bought them.
I have never heard the monoprice cans though, so I can't offer any comparison there.
I'll be the first to admit that I shop for headphones based on reviews on Amazon. I know nothing about headphones.
That said, this pair has served me very well. They do look pretty dorky though. I almost got the Koss PortaPros that someone else mentioned, but I wanted the kind that go fully over my ear.
Here's a listing of headphones with good reviews
I don't have the Zalman mic, but I do have those headphones. The sound is amazing and you can wear them for hours with amazing comfort. Wouldn't trade these for anything, except maybe these
If they're not Sennheiser HD800s, I'm not interested.
more like an entire FN dlore
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-Over-Ear-Circum-Aural-Dynamic-Headphone/dp/B001OTZ8DA
The other two comments seem to imply that they believe they're EG shoe trees when they're actually Skoak's.
There's a couple reasons they're more expensive. First of all, they're made in England. They're also made of Beech (or obeche for the travel ones), which is probably more expensive than Cedar. I can't tell from the photos, but the hardware is probably brass or stainless steel which would also bring the price up. They're also using more hardware than the cheaper ones would. There's the economy of scale-- there isn't much demand for higher quality shoe trees.
And most importantly, people will pay for it! It looks better, the quality is better and there's some artistry behind it. It's the same reason someone would pay $200 for a black t-shirt or over $1000 for headphones. There's a perceived quality over cheaper products that you're only going to get for an increasingly higher price.
And if you think $100 is a lot, don't look into the world of lasted shoe trees. (EG's go for $160)
The only reason I even know about these is because they are called HD800, same as a considerably more expensive headphone.
I wouldn't expect much in terms of sound quality. Looking at reviews, it appears these are very bassy without much clarity. Seems like all the other things like Bluetooth stability are OK, but I personally wouldn't get them because of sound.
Here's the link to the album as well as a long list of things!
ALBUM - 25 IMAGES
Monitor 1 - Dell U2711
Monitor 2 - Dell U2312
Desk 1 - IKEA Galant
Desk 2 - IKEA Micke (Looks like they don't have it in black color anymore)
Footstool - IKEA POANG
Chair - IKEA MARKUS
LED Lights - IKEA Dioder
LED Clamp on Light - IKEA Jansjo
Headphone 1 - Sennheiser HD800
Headphone 2 - Sennheiser HD650
Headphone Stand
Headphone Amplifier
DAC 1
DAC 2
DAC 3
Earphones - Sennheiser IE80
Keyboard 1 - Filco (Red Switch)
Keyboard 2 - Filco (Brown Switch)
Keyboard 3 - REALFORCE 87U (Uniform 55g)
Speaker Stands
Monitor Stand - Ergotron MX
Mouse - Steelseries Sensei
Mousepad
iPod Classic 160GB
Laptop - Samsung Ultrabook 9
Well in that case the AD700s might not be entirely suitable. People around you will be able to hear what you are listening to.
Perhaps these Shures might be more suitable. They are well reviewed and will have will have good sound isolation.
A lot of these closed headphones, although not as comfortable as the opens, can be listened to at borderline unsafe levels and people around you can't even tell you are listening to anything.
Again, although out of your price range, I would have to recommend the ATH-M50s based on your requirements.
I have the Shure SRH 440s. Really good and highly rated. You can get them from Amazon for $79. Their customer service and warranty are also amazing. The swivel for one side snapped and I was able to return it and get a brand new one within a week.
Fucking love my Shure-440's.
$90 right now
Also, get these if you can as they are way more comfortable
What is your budget? For the sake of discussion I am going to assume $100.
Depending on how fun or serious you want to get and he intends or currently makes music, there are a lot of ways to go.
You can certainly buy him some plugins or a sample pack. The Vengence ones are usually pretty good. A ton of VST's can be had for around $100. Discovery DSP I think for example would be excellent. Others here can probably give you a ton of suggestions on that.
Headphones. The Shure SRH440's are probably my favorite studio headphones in the $100 price range.
A DAW: Depending on what he has or uses. Tracktion, Reaper, Renoise or even a version of FlStudio can be had for $100.
Synths: For some fun tweaking the Korg Monotrons are $49 a piece The soon to be released Volca series is $150 a piece.
Also a midi keyboard is a great investment or a 4x4 pad set.
Finally, what about a 1 on 1 session with another artist. I know an artist (Silverfilter) who has a studio and actively does one on one courses. Not sure what he charges, but worth sending him a message. https://www.facebook.com/silverfilterofficial?directed_target_id=0
Those look like AKG headphones which are pretty damn nice.
They don't sound like utter shit. The top of the line beats sound like a good pair of $75 cans... for 300+ dollars.
I think the big problem with them is that they are an insult to the "proper" audiophile community, because people will get them because they think it makes them look like they care about their music. The reality is that they don't really care as much as they think, because they did not do the proper research ahead of time and select a more appropriately priced pair of headphones.
If you really must spend more than $250.00 on a pair of headphones, then for your consideration
All I know is, if I were given $250-$300 to spend on headphones alone, there is no way I wouldn't buy the AKG K701 over the Astro A40. The JVC-RX900, especially with the "felt mod" have been compared to K701's.
Well if you insist on open, the Sennheiser HD558 seem to be available for ~120€ right now, so I kinda have to point you at them. Great pair of headphones, can't go wrong with them.
The AD700X are out of your budget. They're good, but I can think of several alternatives for less money.
I would like to suggest the AKG K701... they're considered to be a higher class than the HD558, and I believe they have a fast detailed bass that would work great for DnB. But they're 120€ only if you get them used (for what it's worth, that's how I got mine, and you can get a pair where only the box has wear marks, not the headphones). And the second bigger issue is that the K701 need an amp to drive them well, and the Fiio K1 is about 50€, so you'd really put the "flexible" part of your budget to the test. OTOH a DAC/amp combo is never a bad thing to have.
Some other great choices in case you want to read some more and reconsider closed back: ATH A500x (not AD500x), or the V-Moda XS (used). These would offer more impactful bass at the expense of soundstage, their sound signature is a lot of fun (while not skimping on quality), are better quality/better tuned than the M50x, and don't need an amp. I think they're likely to offer a more entertaining experience for your first steps into serious headphones. Perhaps I'm speaking out of my ass here, but I always felt that open cans are something that people should get as their second "good" pair, after they've had a chance to experience decent headphones for a while and have a better idea of what they want.
TL;DR If in doubt, grab the HD558 and don't look back.
Honestly, pairing the Astro Mixamp Pro with your preferred headset or you can just pair it with a modmic and your favorite headphones.
All of the above is just my personal preference at the moment. I'm not an audiophile in the slightest but was guided in my choice by this post.
For gaming the X2 aren't that great, for sounds trage the K712 are about equal with the HD58X. They have a bit more bass..
However the legendary AKG K701 are £108. Which is a steal in my book.
Wasn't this the show that led to the AKG K701s to sell out everywhere a few years back?
Amazon.ca deals (availability may fluctuate; open box prices include Warehouse 25-45% discount, exclude taxes)
audio-technica ATH-M40x - $116.99, $75-85 used through Warehouse Deals
audio-technica ATH-M50x (open box) - $153.33
beyerdynamic DT-770-80 Pro (open box) - $148.03
Jaybird X2 - $99.99beyerdynamic DT-880-250 Premium (open box) - $157.85
Sennheiser HD598 - $109.99
Sennheiser HD800 (open box) - $1012.87
Sennheiser IE80 (open box) - $189.95
V-Moda M100 Crossfade (Shadow) (open box) - $173.37
So I don't know wher you found them for $239, but I think you may have found the DT880 Pro, which are different headphones. On Amazon, the Premiums are selling for $340 (http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000F2BLTM) and they have the same price listed on head-fi.
In general, massdrop prices do not blow and the vast majority of the buys over the past couple months have reached the lowest price points. I would love to see the link you found for $239, since if that is true, these headphones are not a good deal at all. However, I think you may have made a mistake.
A few things. Don't get a wireless headset, get a long, light cord with real headphones and a mic. Money doesn't matter? Make sure to visit /r/headphones. But if money is not a problem do this setup
http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-AT2020-Cardioid-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B0006H92QK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1462141136&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=ath2020
With this arm http://www.amazon.com/Neewer%C2%AE-Suspension-Scissor-Built-Mounting/dp/B00AK7SKL4/ref=pd_sim_267_6?ie=UTF8&amp;dpID=41rdebtorNL&amp;dpSrc=sims&amp;preST=_AC_UL160_SR124%2C160_&amp;refRID=1RW5JG5NC7VGFR5M6ZJR
For the headphones: http://www.amazon.com/Beyerdynamic-880-Premium-250-ohm/dp/B000F2BLTM Now make sure to look around for others. Great options are DT 990 Pro's. Or these http://www.amazon.com/Technica-Audiophile-ATH-AD2000X-Open-Air-Headphones/dp/B009S32ZPI/ref=sr_1_11?s=electronics&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1462141281&amp;sr=1-11&amp;keywords=headphones&amp;refinements=p_36%3A40000-70000
Now for the DAC/AMP which is needed http://www.amazon.com/Audioengine-D1-24-bit-Digital-to-Analog-Converter/dp/B006IPH5H2/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1462141332&amp;sr=8-4&amp;keywords=shiit+magni%2Fmodi
Again visit /r/headphones and DO NOT GET A HEADSET. They are ALL shit.
https://www.amazon.com/Beyerdynamic-880-Premium-250-ohm/dp/B000F2BLTM
beyerdynamic DT 880 Premium Edition 250 Ohm Over-Ear-Stereo Headphones. Semi-open design, wired, high-end, for the stereo system https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000F2BLTM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_JHjJBb6F6WCYP
Well, I can just tell you what I did, so as not to insult anyone: About 3 years ago I put down a chunk of money for a gaming PC investment. I had top of the line everything.
I am also a music / positional sound enthusiast, so I have nice music/gaming headphones, a headphone amp (to "drive" any decent headphones), along with a V-DAC (external headphone plug-in box which eliminates electrical computer sounds that any decent headphones tend to pick up). Some headphone amps have dacs built in, but the M-Stage and V-DAC are separate and a good combo.
Anyways, the computer is 3 years old, but it still runs everything at max, partially due to console technology being 7 years behind, and most PC games are console ported games these days. I am willing to bet that my computer lasts another 5 years. But the best part is, if it falls behind, i can simply upgrade the video card later.
I personally much prefer mouse/keyboard to a gamepad. It feels like having a Bat computer.
At this price point I think you could create a great setup for ~$500 by choosing one each from the following options, perhaps omitting the DAC:
1. Headphones
Sennheiser HD 600
Sennheiser HD 650 (more expensive)
Mr Speakers Mad Dog
HiFiMan HE-400 (with reservations)
Beyerdynamic DT880 (less expensive)
2. Amplifier
Schiit Magni
Objective2
3. DAC
Schiit Modi
ODAC
(or you can get the Objective2 with ODAC in same chassis)
I definitely wouldn't recommend spending huge amounts on amplification and DACs at this price point; the noticeable difference is going to be in getting the best headphones you can.
Honestly the biggest decider is -- do you live in a noisy environment or worry about annoying people nearby? If so, open or semi-open isn't for you.
If you can live with open or semi-open, get the DT880 Premium / Edition. They are comfortable as hell -- I wear glasses and I've worn these headphones for 6hr straight a handful of times. They also have the best sound of the trio. $180 on Amazon.
If you need to go closed, most people will prefer the 770-80 for its amazing bass but based on your preferences I would consider the 770-250 which is more neutral. Though the 880 has better sound, the 770 is no slouch and still sound fantastic. They have among the best sound stage of closed headphones, enough to best many open headphones.
Agreed, as an audio engineer it annoys me to no end when I ask someone if they have nice headphones and they reply with "oh yeah, I have beats."
These are the same price as Beats Pro's yet 10 times the headphones.
Where are you getting those prices from?
Here they are on Amazon:
DT990 - $379.00: http://www.amazon.com/beyerdynamic-990-Premium-250-Ohm/dp/B00193FT26/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1369023953&amp;sr=8-2&amp;keywords=beyerdynamic+dt+990
DT880 - $349.00: http://www.amazon.com/beyerdynamic-DT-880-Premium-250/dp/B000F2BLTM/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1369024028&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=beyerdynamic+dt+880
Your first step should be to get off onboard sound. The two easiest routes here would either getting a dedicated sound card or a USB DAC/amp combo.
If you decide on upgrading your sound card, something like the Asus DG/DGX will do fine to start with; they'll clean up the sound nicely and will be good enough to drive an efficient set of headphones. Later when you upgrade your headphones, you can then upgrade to the ST/STX and get yourself a proper amp like the Matrix M-stage or 02. That would imo be the better option in the long run.
The USB DAC/amp combo like the Fiio E10 will be a better option if you plan on getting slightly harder to drive headphones from the get go, e.g. Senns, Beyer...
That leaves you with around $250-$300 for the headphones. For your uses(movies and rock), an open pair of headphones like the AD900 would be a great all rounder; great comfort and very efficient. Also have a look at the Beyer DT880, also a good choice within your budget. These would have a wide soundstage perfect for movies and be versatile enough for most music. An open set will generally sound more natural than a closed one.
If you really need closed, the Brainwavz HM5 would be a good choice and way under your budget, enough left over to get yourself a set of Grado SR80. Grados are known as the hardest rocking headphones around, with a fast energetic and upfront sound that goes great with rock/alternative/metal/anything fast paced.
As some others mentioned, the Beyer DT770 are a nice set but a bit too bassy for my liking. I much prefer the DT250-80, which have a great smooth midrange.
I'm looking for some combination of headphones and microphone, around $100 total. So far I am leaning towards a JVC HARX900 with a ModMic 4.0 when it comes out. While I don't need any specific setup (full headset, desktop mic, removable mic, etc...), I do have a mechanical keyboard. As I do a large amount of voice chat, the noise from the keyboard causes me to lean away from a desktop mic. Required to work with Linux.
Sound requirements: All around (Gaming, music, videos/films, and voice).
Budget: Around $100(including microphone), no more than $120 including shipping and tax.
Source: Desktop computer
Isolation: Not necessary, but would like some. Mostly used at home, which can get a little bit noisy.
Type: Full sized. A little preference towards closed. Significant preference towards over ear.
Tonal balance: All around.
Past Headphones:Nothing of note.
Music: Variety of "older" music (~60's-80's). Preferably the headphones are more jack-of-all-trades.
Location:US
While I do have pretty good ears at discerning quality, I don't have any "specialty", so would prefer more all-around quality.
Most important qualities:Linux compatibility, some combination of microphone and headphones, little interference from mechanical keyboard.
Thanks,
--Mpa
So i bought these JVC HARX900. I am very pleased after the sound test considering the price.
Just to add to the discussion. I own some JVC RX900s, and I picked up these DJ Pro100's. They came in yesterday and I'm returning them today.
Everyone's ears are different, but they didn't come close to my JVCs in terms of sound that I enjoy.
Read the reviews of the two you mentioned. They both sound superb, they just look a bit out of my price range unfortunately.
Any knowledge of this one?
Sennheiser HD 202 II
These are fantastic headphones on the cheap:
http://www.amazon.com/JVC-HARX900-High-Grade-Full-Size-Headphone/dp/B0013P3ZOE/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1342320125&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=JVC+HARX900
http://www.amazon.com/JVC-HARX700-Precision-Sound-Headphones/dp/B0013OWPV4
Take a look at these
http://www.amazon.com/Monoprice-108323-Premium-Hi-Fi-Headphone/dp/B007SP2CO2/
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003X1BEKI/
http://www.amazon.com/JVC-HARX900-High-Grade-Full-Size-Headphone/dp/B0013P3ZOE/
http://www.amazon.com/JVC-Head-band-Portable-Headphones-HA-S500-B/dp/B008FWB9TQ
http://www.amazon.com/Koss-PortaPro-Headphones-with-Case/dp/B00001P4ZH
http://www.amazon.com/Superlux-HD-681-Professional-Monitor-Headphones/dp/B00BWUHHYE/ also comes in white
Don't own them, but have read that they're really good for the value.
It took me years debating which (over-the-ear) headphones to buy before getting sick of that and breaking down and buying a set of HARX900s. They were cheap enough that I wouldn't feel stupid if I bought them and wasn't completely satisfied with the sound (unlike the other cans I was considering).
Obviously the HARX700/900 are nowhere near portable, but I think that when/if I decide to get a set of IEMs I will likely get the S4 since they are so well-regarded for the price.
I think I just can't pull the trigger on >$100 headphones without hearing them first. Headphones are such a subjective taste (IMO).
Edit: If anyone is wondering, the HARX900s are awesome.
Probably forgot some stuff, but here it goes anyways.
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These monstrous, overkill-for-the-vast-majority-of-people beasts
You could get the 598 for 240 USD.
Or the 600 for only 400 USD
Or...you know...the 800 for just a little bit more.
You have to make your own call. I'm of the opinion that the difference between a $100 and $200 headphone can be very much worth the money. It might sound silly, but go with the most expensive model you can stomach. Sorry about your wallet.
Bro you still have like 7k to spend. I would recommend replacing the AKGK712 with a pair of sennheiser hd800s.
The modi and magni combo stack are a low end dac/amp combo I would recommend he get the Gungir (with usb input) ragnarok stack. If he likes listening to music he can also get a lyr 2 or bottlehead crack because nothing sounds as good as a tube amp.
Your still at around $11,000 with all that stuff and now you have a kickass audio setup on top of your gaming nirvana.
Headphones huh?
Start with this mic. It's still in preorder status sadly, but it offers great flexibility in attachment. But honestly, any other clip on mic will do, voip comm in any game or program is heavily compressed.
As for headphones the Sennheiser HD800 are the best you can get for gaming.
But you'd definitely need to drive them with something more powerful than a onboard sound chip. For an external solution the Beyerdynamic Headzone Base Station gives you the best sound quality and amplification.
If you are more of a soundcard guy the Xonar Essence ST will do fine too, at least for gaming.
I've heard. I don't think i'll be buying these http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001OTZ8DA/ref=redir_mdp_mobile?redirect=true
Meanwhile in Germany: http://www.amazon.de/gp/product/B001OTZ8DA
For that type of music I would recommend the following two headphones
Shure SRH440 & NVX Audio XPT100
Shure SRH 440, Sennheiser HD-280 Pro, AKG K-240
All at or under $100. Keep in mind you can buy the best headphones in the world with the biggest bass but your ipod or laptop lack the ability to power them without a pocket or desktop amplifier. These three are all well suited for normal, non-studio use with ipods or laptops. Not to mention they look badass. Happy listening!
I have a pair of Shure S440's that I got as a gift and I love them. You can get them on amazon for around $90 bucks.
For the minimum range, you're looking at spending around $70-80 USD. I personally love my Sennheiser PC 363D for gaming and my Sennheiser HD 598 SE for music but those are slightly more expensive (Sennheiser PC 363D on Amazon and Sennheiser HD 598 SE on Amazon).
I found these headphones on Amazon that might interest you:
"Preferred Tonal Balance" is simply how do you like your music, example: "I listen to Rap so I want as much bass as possible!". With your taste it would be safe to say you want a bit more bass.
Personally I wouldn't recommend buying something from Bose unless you really wanted good noise-cancellation (tip: you don't). They are a bit pricey for what you get.
At that price range you might want to check out headphones from Audio Technica, specifically the M50's or the M40X's. Now I like the M50's because they have nice slightly punchy bass but it doesn't overpower the rest of the song. Sounds pretty good with Glitch-Hop and other electronic music in general IMO. I've had them for 3 years now and is a solid common go-to with their sweet price tag.
The list goes on and on since around $100 is where you start getting good headphones but i'll throw in another two headphones for you to consider: Shure's SRH440. For more bass, check out the V-MODA Crossfade LP. They're quite stylish, come in lots of colors and have a more bassy sound. V-MODA has a few other headphone line-ups you might like if you like their headphones.
Hope that helps, give us updates!
Check out the Shure SRH440.
EDIT: The Audio Technica M40X is built better and costs a bit less.
Well, your problem could be any number of places, but a proper mixing situation is almost more important than any other aspect.
If you need to stay with headphones, try this model from Shure, they're great. If 138 quid is too much, you can go down a step with these ones (also from Shure).
Getting a good pair of monitors would be better, of course, but maybe that's not an option for you. These can be good alternatives.
Do you know where you are? There is ALWAYS better options if you increase your budget ;)
Here, take a look at this one
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Just kidding XD
Here are some (a little) more expensive closed cans:
Audio-Technica ATH-MSR7
Audio-Technica ATH-a1000Z (this one has attached cable)
Both are supposed to have amazing soundstage (for a closed can), but also do DT 770.
Are better those las two I told you? Probably. Are they worth the extra expense? Meeeeeeh, I don't really know. We are hitting diminishing returns here, where 2x the price no longer gives you 2x audio quality. Everything increases here, audio quality, build quality, premium finish, package, etc etc, what I can't assure you is that you are going to hear more footsteps and its origin with more expensive cans.
Remember, what makes the bigger difference is not the gun, but the shooter!
Thank you very much for the reply.
Would you be refering to These or these. I think the colour is the only difference now that I look slightly harder.
Audio Technica Msr7 - 190$
Meze 99 Classics 310$
i'd pick the msr7 cause the meze can look obnoxious but can't go wrong with any of these 2
ATH-MSR7 refurbished at $130. I think this will do great job for your needs.
Works like a charm...
https://www.amazon.com/Bose-QuietComfort-Wireless-Headphones-Cancelling/dp/B01E3SNO1G/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1484860280&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=quietcomfort+35
dammit red i'm sorry i missed this! (but better late than never)
> coffee
Black, always (:
> headphones
these are bose quietcomfort 35s (Series 1)
They're pretty solid but i got caught in a sudden rain and the mic got shorted out :S I like them because w/ the mic and the noise cancellation its about the only way i can take a call on the train, hehe. I bought a pair of series 2s a few weeks ago and they're great (:
> coming home
oh my... BEST thing is seeing my cat(s) and probably flopping down in my own bed... just something about it <3
and i'm still feelin' great! :D
It seems like a pretty difficult task. If you are reserved about using sound as your object, then a couple of things come to mind:
To be honest though, in this less than ideal setting, I'd still rather follow the breath and try to work with distractions. But that's just an opinion not backed by first hand experience.
If noise-cancelling is required, then you should go for the Bose QC35. I know it is a bit of a downgrade given the features that the MDR1000X have, but it is quite the pair. I have been using them for quite a while and they sound really nice.
Amazon link: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Bose-QuietComfort-Bluetooth-Cancelling-Headphones/dp/B01E3SNO1G/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics-accessories&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1499531441&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=bose+qc35
I wouldn't know. The only wireless "head set" i ever had is some no name in-ear that I still use right now. Cost like $15. They are decent.
But hey... it's just a free giveaway. Maybe you were just unlocky with that pair.
I did have the chance to listen some music on Bose QUietComfort 35. Oh my they are just amazing.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3fX4uysXN7E&amp;t=712s
This should help.
I know bose QC35s aren't the best sound quality wise but they're best noise-canelling you can get.
Here are links to their amazon pages: ttps://www.amazon.de/Sony-High-Resolution-Headset-Funktion-Akkulaufzeit-kohlschwarz/dp/B01EANK8ZO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1480858456&sr=8-1&keywords=Sony+MDR-100ABN, https://www.amazon.de/Bose-QuietComfort-kabellose-Kopfh%C3%B6rer-schwarz/dp/B01E3SNO1G/ref=sr_1_1?s=apparel&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1480858568&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=Bose+QC35 if you're interested. Also sorry I don't really know how to link things.
Sorry to double post:
Amazon has the Pxc 550 for $315 new
And the Qc35 for $329
Sounds like you need these: https://www.amazon.com/Bose-QuietComfort-Wireless-Headphones-Cancelling/dp/B01E3SNO1G/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1479234476&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=quiet+comfort+35
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Funny you mention Sennheiser for value, since their competing product is more expensive and is arguably worse in both sound and isolation. People keep spreading this misinformation that bose headphones have mediocre to bad reproduction abilities while they, in fact, follow the Harman target response curve better than average.
I'd probably opt for the Sennheiser PXC550 for a dollar more.
https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-PXC-550-Wireless-Cancelling/dp/B01E3XLNA0/ref=pd_sim_23_4?_encoding=UTF8&amp;pd_rd_i=B01E3XLNA0&amp;pd_rd_r=AEEF228D883C64KHJ8ZT&amp;pd_rd_w=n6ohl&amp;pd_rd_wg=sG2va&amp;psc=1&amp;refRID=AEEF228D883C64KHJ8ZT
I have a pair of Seinheiser PXC 550s and I absolutely love them. Great sound quality for traveler's headphones. You can switch between light, heavy, or no noise cancelling. Battery is about 80 hours on a 3 hour charge. Easy to store on the go. I much prefer them over Bose Quietcomfort.
I probably have some form of misphonia so loud chatting on the subway, gum popping, and what I like to call train crickets (the snappy snare from cheap earbuds blasting trap beats) make me more irritable than reasonable. I've had zero aggravation on the train since getting these.
https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-PXC-550-Wireless-Cancelling/dp/B01E3XLNA0
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2D2ScZPSaCo
From the description:
https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-PXC-550-Wireless-Cancelling/dp/B01E3XLNA0/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1503448953&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=sennheiser+pxc+550&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=corridigit-20&amp;linkId=d8d26e696a5b8f9b8bc2f574f9da040d
Pretty sure they're the Sennheiser PXC 550 (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01E3XLNA0), but that's just a guess from seeing them in the videos.
I assume you mean headphones and not headset (no mic)
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01E3XLNA0/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s02?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1
I just got these last week - and they're amazing ($45 over your price range though). Super comfortable and great quality sound. Has different outside noise dampening settings too
Are you looking specifically for gaming headphones? Normally those will include features like surround sound, etc. Or are you looking for something more generic that produces great sound everywhere (but not necessarily the best for gaming)? (Personally I feel these features are a bit of a gimmick and overall sound quality is much more desirable)
If the later, in that price range I'm a huge fan of Sennheiser's HD line, specifically the HD 559 or HD579. Both of these are open-back, so they're not sound isolating at all and produce a very crisp airy sound. The entire line is insanely comfortable and great for wearing for extended periods. I use a pair at work for 7+ hours, and then come home and use them again for another 4+ hours every day.
They do also offer a "gaming" headset w/ mic with surround sound but the same comfort style: PC 373D. I've used this in the past and can highly recommend it, but it's a bit out of your price range, but something to keep in mind. The 559 and 579 will basically give you the same sound quality but without the mic/surround.
I have these and I can promise you I've never had a problem with directional sound in this game.
https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD-559-Open-Headphone/dp/B01L1IIEKM/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1523513185&amp;sr=8-6&amp;keywords=sennheiser+558
Sennheiser HD 559 Open Back Headphone https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01L1IIEKM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_8HsJDb19KQZA3
i believe he has the HD 598 SE which are discontinued now and have been replaced by new series of headphones.
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here's one of them, the HD 559 https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD-559-Open-Headphone/dp/B01L1IIEKM/
there's also the HD 579 and HD 599 if you would like to do research, i don't know what's the difference
Better yet, buy some open-back headphones! Best of both worlds
I would really suggest a good pair of open-back, full-cover headphones. Never mind surround, as one person said above, most 'surround' headphones really only try to simulate what a good pair of open-back stereo headphones can do.
I use a pair of Sennheiser HD 518 headphones, which aren't being made any more, but the successor to them is the HD 559, which you can see here.
They're not cheap, but they sound incredibly good for gaming, music, whatever and they're very, very comfortable to wear.
High-end open-back headphones are going to be your best bet. Not just my Sennheisers, but any headphones of comparable quality. They reach a level of comfort and audio quality that no earbud can hope to match. Really the only thing earbuds are good for are their portability.
Sennheiser HD 559 Open Back Headphone https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01L1IIEKM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_IQjYCb61MW0TG
If you get open back headphones you should hear pretty much everything outside your headphones- pads matter a little bit for sound isolation, but not a whole bunch when you have open headphones.
I don't know your price range, but under $100 you can get some pretty good options for gaming. All of these recommendations don't have emphasized bass which should help with details like footsteps. Out of all these I prefer the Philips shp9500 because they're the cheapest and you can get a headset mic for them
SHP 9500 they're cheaper on newegg
AD500X
HD559
Mine are an old pair of Sennheiser HD555. The current iteration of those would be the HD 559.
If you want to avoid the amp, you need something other than the HD600/650/660/6xx series.
The Fidelio X2s are on Amazon right now for a limited time for $149.00
https://www.amazon.com/Philips-X2HR-Over-Ear-Open-Air-Headphone/dp/B01N5VHLUG
They don't need an amp, are comfortable as all hell, and Amazon has a great return policy if you don't like them.
PSA: Amazon just lowered the price MORE after the deal ended. How scummy is that?
Philips Fidelio X2HR Over-Ear Open-Air Headphone - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N5VHLUG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_IyGlDbW5TJP55
Gotcha, I'm guessing these are the one's you're referring to then.
https://www.amazon.com/Philips-X2HR-Over-Ear-Open-Air-Headphone/dp/B01N5VHLUG
Currently $150 on amazon. I'll check out CamelCamelCamel.
The X2HR's are on sale for $150 right now... Link
This would be good option for your budget
open back
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01N5VHLUG/
or
close back
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Beyerdynamic-Custom-Studio-beyerdynamic-Headphones/dp/B00OAR8VUA/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=custom+studio&qid=1570746162&s=electronics&sr=1-1
mic
https://www.amazon.co.uk/V-MODA-BoomPro-Microphone-Gaming-Communication/dp/B00BJ17WKK/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3A1GKEDL7EOXH&keywords=vmoda+boompro&qid=1570746350&s=electronics&sprefix=v+moda+boo%2Celectronics%2C184&sr=1-1
dac/amp
https://uk.creative.com/p/b-stock/sound-blasterx-g6-b-stock
If you're open to open backs, Fidelio X2's are on sale for $140! Good bass and soundstage from what I've heard, Zeos loved em.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B06ZZXKZ25/ref=psdcmw_12097479011_t2_B00O2Y2MZG
Edit: here they are on uk Amazon https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01N5VHLUG/
£ which means... UK ?
The link
I got this one.
Philips Fidelio X2HR Over-Ear Open-Air Headphone - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N5VHLUG/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_mjwLDbKS3WRNA
I wouldn't call it neutral. I would call it balanced though. Check out innerfidelity review on it.
When first released these were like $300.
I got this set of Philips as my headset for gaming/music (no need for an amp, and the headphones are on sale again rn!) and they’ve been amazing so far:
https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01N5VHLUG/ref=ox_sc_saved_title_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&amp;psc=1
And I’m using a shitty Blue Snowball Ice as my dedicated mic, it works perfectly for me.
Looks like amazon has them right now.
Philips Fidelio X2HR Over-Ear Open-Air Headphone - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N5VHLUG/
Went back to 169e yesterday but now Amazon.fr has it at 99e.
https://www.amazon.fr/dp/B01N5VHLUG
99€ for the X2 on French Amazon:
https://www.amazon.fr/gp/product/B01N5VHLUG/ref
It's 98,18€ + 4,89€ for shipping to Germany (the price changes because of the different VAT, I don't know their other shipping rates across the EU)
Fun is a word used to describe the Fidelio X2 pretty often. Or you could go the planar route with Hifiman HE4XX. You'll want an amp for the latter.
The Fidelio's are actually $99 for me, try this link: https://www.amazon.com/Philips-X2HR-Over-Ear-Open-Air-Headphone
I think I am bout to purchase the Fidelio's myself. It was that or the SHP9500's, but think I've decided to go for the (currently) 50ish dollars more set of cans. I have wanted a 770/880/990 set for years but think I prefer the X2HR's (having not heard either) for the functionality and such. Removable cable, open back compared to 770 pros but not missing out on bass, less impedance ect.
I am hesitant mostly due to the headband style and possible weight, but if it's comfortable then I'm cool. Having not tried the X2HR's or the SHP9500's, I *think* I prefer the 9500's headband design compared to the Fidelio design but can't have everything.
Let us know what you get, and rock on!
I am not sure what headphones to get right now for more casual listening . I have a budget of ~$100 and already have a dragonfly red amp and a pair of ATH-m50x. The headphones I am looking at are:
V Moda Crossfade Wireless
Sennheiser HD 599 SE
Audio-Technica ATH-AD700X
Philips Fidelio X2HR
If opened back isn't a problem for you.
For gaming I think that X2's are hard to beat.
Philips Fidelio X2HR Over-Ear Open-Air Headphone 50mm Drivers- Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N5VHLUG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_dON4DbW5PZ6YZ
cheaper than a funeral
These things are really expensive because they're aimed at business travelers who can expense these with their company accounts. Creative does make $70 budget nc headphone for normal people:
http://www.amazon.com/Creative-HN-900-Noise-Cancelling-Headphones/dp/B005YR0X4W
These from Audio-Technica are $30 more and have tons of great reviews:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002HWJT1A/ref=psdc_12097479011_t1_B005YR0X4W
I've tried the Creative nc headphones on a plane, they work fine. I'll probably pick up one of these when my vive gets here.
While many appreciate the built-in headphones of the rift, I like the flexibility here. I always expected to use noise cancelling headphones with VR. I'm surprised this isn't talked about more often.
I've done a lot of headphone searching in the past because I'm really picky. I'll just give a list of a few I think would be good for you:
Sony MDR7506 $84
Audio Technica ATH-ANC7B $117
Audio-Technica ATH-M50 $140
Grado Prestige Series SR125i $145
I have these ones, but they're sort of expensive for kids. I did an amazon search for noise cancelling headphones for kids, but I'm not sure what your must-haves are.
I've heard lots of people recommend these sound protection earmuffs, like people use for home improvement or at gun ranges.
I bought the Audio Technica ATH-ANC7 for train rides to the city. Reviews said they were as good as the Bose or better, for less than 1/2 the price. I'd say that's spot on. Very comfortable for long periods, great sound, good noise canceling (but maybe a notch below the Bose).
http://www.amazon.com/Technica-ATH-ANC7B-Noise-Cancelling-Closed-Back-Headphones/dp/B002HWJT1A/ref=dp_ob_title_ce
Spend the extra $20 and get the ATH-ANC7B. I've had them for 2 years now, and they've been an absolute delight.
http://www.amazon.com/Technica-ATH-ANC7B-Noise-Cancelling-Closed-Back-Headphones/dp/B002HWJT1A/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1289372587&amp;sr=1-1
V-MODA Crossfade LP might be just what you're looking for.
In terms of BIFL:
V-Moda Crossfades
http://www.amazon.com/V-MODA-Crossfade-Over-Ear-Noise-Isolating-Headphone/dp/B003BYRGKY
I've owned a pair for 4 years and I still love them to death. Vmoda uses metal and leather to construct the band/earcups and they come with a hardshell carry case and kevlar headphone cords (never tangle). I have zero complaints with these headphones except that the leather on the ear cups takes a week or two to really break in and get comfortable.
The sound quality is SOLID on these. It wont shake your skull with bass or allow you to hear every single note, but they sound very good. I've heard plenty of headphones in the $300+ price range that blow these out of the water, but these are my favorite that I've found under $200. I'm not sure if they're considered "noise cancelling," but when I have these on my head with music playing I can't hear shit.
I use these headphones primarily for my everyday listening as well as DJing large house parties.
I really like my V-moda crossfade LP headphones these headphones are extremly comfy, my job is alot of sitting so i've listen 600+ hours on them (also if you shop around you could get them for ~$100) + Mod Mic $50 would give you a nice setup.
I agree Beats are shit. Skullcandy is only mildly better, because they seem only slightly overpriced, whereas Beats are ridiculously overpriced for their performance.
I also find it funny that they're made by Monster; you know, the guys that make super expensive cables that aren't really better than other cables, just cost exponentially more?
I personally love my V-Moda Crossfades. They're comfortable (if you have smaller ears), they come with 2 kevlar cords (a long normal one and one with a line-in mic for your phone), and are pretty stylish. They're more designed for bass than anything, but everything from Mozart to Pendulum has been an experience.
I use these. I got them a while ago on black friday and they've lasted me forever and sound great.
I got the V-Moda Crossfade LP for $75 through amazon last year. I think that was a better deal than this, and I'd wait for something like that to come up again. "On ear" is kind of the worst of both worlds. Too bulky to be any more portable than an "over ear" set, but also not as comfortable.
http://www.amazon.com/Crossfade-Over-Ear-Noise-Isolating-Headphone-Gunmetal/dp/B003BYRGKY/ref=sr_1_54?s=aht&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1369073979&amp;sr=1-54
I have V-Moda Crossfade LPs and i Love them. I find them excellent and on amazon they are a steal for 100 bucks. also they have awesome bass (good for electronic music). http://www.amazon.com/Crossfade-Over-Ear-Noise-Isolating-Headphone-Gunmetal/dp/B003BYRGKY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1346816148&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=v-moda+crossfade+lp
Can I ask why you're waiting for E3 before deciding on a headset? Especially when it sounds like you game on PC and Xbox. In my opinion, headset technology isn't making huge leaps in technology in monthly (or even annually, IMO again) increments. So what's on the market now isn't going to be outdated anytime soon. Best bang for your buck is getting a pair of quality headphones and either a compatible mic or a mod mic. Of course you would most likely need a Y splitter for the Xbox one but those are cheap and going this route means you aren't paying nearly as much for the company name that's stamped on the headset.
Here's my setup:
VMODA Crossfade LPs
VMODA Boom Mic
VMODA XL Ear Pads
After linking all that stuff, I noticed the price on all three of those items actually went up from when I purchased them around a year ago. Headset was $125, Mic and XL Ear Pads were $20 each.
Buy the good shit...so you only have to buy it once! You can thank me later!
http://www.amazon.com/Bose-QuietComfort-Acoustic-Cancelling-Headphones/dp/B0054JJ0QW
Hey there fellow New Yorker! I was recently in the market for a pair of noise cancelling headphones, too. Based on a recommendation from this sub, I decided to pick up a pair of Bose QuietComfort 15 Acoustic Noise Cancelling Headphones.
The price is kind of more than I expected to be paying for something like this, but in the end, they do what I wanted them to do: cancel trigger sounds and grant me sanity.
Some pros and cons that I have found while using them:
Pros
Cons
That's all I can really think of at the moment. If you have a specific question about the headphones, my music preferences, upstairs neighbor situation, co-worker triggers... just ask away! I hope this is of some help for you.
[edit: formatting, added link to headphones.]
Soon to be masters grad (soprano) here.
A high quality recording device can be very useful. The non-musically inclined electrical engineer boyfriend bought me a Tascam DR-05 with a small stand and case for my birthday last year. (It also came with a fun lesson from him on how sound recording works -- talk about nerd-out connection!) It is wonderfully portable and I use it all the time to record lessons, coachings, and practice sessions. Also on the tech front, the best investment I EVER made as a singer was a great set of noise canceling headphones. (I have Bose QC-15s that I bought in 2010.) They are a godsend when I am traveling for auditions and have become an integral part of shutting out the rest of the world for my pre-performance/audition routine. In terms of listening to her own voice, good headphones or speakers are pretty much a requirement since most speakers/headphones can't handle the high upper partials of the high notes in the female operatic range.
What I always, always, always want for every occasion that merits presents are books and/or scores to build my personal library. There is a good chance that she has a list of things that she would like to own and you might consider asking if you're not invested in surprising her.
Nice opera scores are always a great option. Consider looking for a hard-bound score (like Ricordi or Bärenreiter) for one of the major mezzo role operas like Carmen, Werther, or Barber of Seville. (They are not particularly cheap.) You might consider asking her singer friends what roles she might be expected to sing during her career to guide your selections.
A great song cycle for mezzo could also be a nice gift. Jake Hegie's [The Deepest Desire] (http://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/the-deepest-desire-piano-vocal-score-sheet-music/19646133) is still under copyright so she wouldn't just be able to print it from a free online resource like imslp.
Reference books could also be a great idea since she's about to lose access to a lot of materials that she has probably used on a regular basis through her university. A libretto collection and the New Kobbes Opera Book are two that immediately come to mind.
These are awesome /u/rab95, /u/mguzman011.
My next purchase is gonna be these
Link, for anyone who's interested
This is pretty obvious, but still good advice. Quality parts do come with premium pricing, but that doesn't mean you can't score a deal here or there.
When I realized that I stayed on the computer for far too long as a result of my studies/work/gaming, I bought a Steelcase Gesture.
When I realized that I literally have my glasses on my face during every minute of my wake time, I bought "high definition" 360 lenses.
When I realized that I hated public transportation, I bought the Bose QC15 so I could block out the hoodlums and focus on music, podcasts, etc.
When I realized that I like to use voice communication a lot when gaming, I replaced my cheap voip mic with the Blue Microphone Snowball.
I'm still cheapening a bit out on shoes (Allen Edmonds are next on my list), but for now, I'll make do with a pair of nice Rockport dress shoes that I just purchased.
It's the BOSE QuietComfort 15 headphones. Here's a link. My parents found them at Costco one day. I think there are better versions of the QuietComfort line but they're infinitely better than the ones I've had before yesterday IMO (Sol).
The Sol Republic headphones I've had for a few years started to hurt my ears a little when I wore them for too long, but these new ones fit really snug. Oh, and I got one of those big Sonicare toothbrushes. At least, it's big compared to the electric one I've had.
Sennheiser PXC 450 cuts out noise with its over-the-ear design + active noise-cancelling. On sale for $199 on Amazon. Good bass, neutral sound, volume control on the headset,
Bose QuietComfort 15 - also on sale for $199 on Amazon
The Denon AH-NC800 reportedly is a little worse than the Bose @ noise-cancelling but has better sound. Has a good rep but hard to find. Saw a used pair on Ebay for $155 and there's a used one on Amazon for $109.95.
Noise-cancelling: QC15 > PXC 450 > NC800
Sound quality: PXC 450 > NC800 > QC 15
Price: NC800 > PXC 450 + QC 15
Noise Cancelling Headphones. Because sometimes you get a roommate who listens to one Dave Matthews album on repeat for 5 hours a day. Also, she has a floor-to-ceiling poster of Dave Matthews. Also, she talks to the poster. You know, I can't link it, something you NEED to get is a good roommate.
Would you like a falafel with that?
Wow a little pricy
The [Brainwavz HM5] (http://www.amazon.co.uk/BRAINWAVZ-HM5-Studio-Monitor-Headphones/dp/B006MA9XXM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1409051664&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=brainwavz+hm5) headphones are meant to be a balanced and fairly good for the price. I particularly like this [guy's review] (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9lBPAcNv_pM)
i would go over to /r/headphones and ask them what headphones they think what you should get because they live and breath headphones over there. but some quick and easy recommendations would be audio technica m50 , Creative Aurvana Live! 2 , V-MODA Crossfade LP , Brainwavz HM5 , and Beyerdynamic Custom One Pro . if you have any questions feel free to ask.
Interesting post. Thanks. I have come to appreciate the realities of not being able to bump-bump-bump the room with speakers for mixing. There are so many ways to mix. There is one guy who is very successful, kind of an alt rock guy (pardon I do not have his name), and he uses speakers and mixes at, like, 70dB, which if you ever use a handheld dB meter, that is the most quiet I have ever heard anyone mixing, yet his stuff sounds great, it really does.
Re your work, I am glad you are happy with it. For me to have an opinion I would have to hear it, but I have less opinions these days. There is no end to it, when I hear a mix I am really hearing the source instruments, is how I hear it, and then "Well! What are the source instruments?!" blah bleh blah. :-)
edit: I just don't like things on my head, at least around my ears. But sounds nice to have the get-away world, shut the door on the rest of it, so to speak. I have my headphones right here. Says HM5 on them. I think they've been modified. They were a gift from friend whose brother is some headphone nut all into it. They're not bad, I am not compelled to change them out for something else. I should read the reviews. But I'm just not drawn to them. I do not associate headphones with good things, and I do not trust what I hear with them. edit: PS I've got pretty good speakers, so there's that. I really like my speakers and spent a long road of effort to get to them. I hear detail, even freq response, and I like them. -I guess I am so used to textile dome tweeters, it is a home territory for me, of sorts.
Well for the headphones I could recommend the brainwavz hm5 http://www.amazon.com/BRAINWAVZ-HM5-Studio-Monitor-Headphones/dp/B006MA9XXM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1421005528&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=brainwavz+hm5
Or the Audiotechnica ATHM50, the DT770, DT990 or anything from r/headphones.
Do you need two graphics cards? You could buy a second later also are you at 1080p or 1440p or 4K or what?
Wow such expense mothership
Why not get a cheap simple mechanical keyboard?
Here's a great example where Canadians are getting royally screwed...
Brainwavz HM5, USA:
$139.50 @ amazon.com
Brainwavz HM5, CANADA:
$481.99 @ amazon.ca
What a price difference.
https://www.amazon.com/Brainwavz-HM5-Studio-Monitor-Headphones/dp/B006MA9XXM
Les Brainwavz HM5
https://www.amazon.com/Brainwavz-HM5-Studio-Monitor-Headphones/dp/B006MA9XXM
J'ai demandé au subreddit des gens qui aiment les casques et c'est celui qu'on m'a recommandé
Il est vachement cool.
Well, fuck. I forgot to post my own.
Building a new PC.
ROG SupremeFX S1220 on the motherboard.
Current system has Creative Labs SB0880 PCI Express Sound Blaster X-Fi Titanium card.
Sennheiser Momentum headphones.
Where should I focus my ~200 USD budget?
Up-front warning: I'm in a bit of a rut when it comes to brand loyalty so take everything I say as a recommendation of something to try on rather than outright buy sight unseen (though that should really be the rule for any audio gear.)
The Sennheiser HD-380 pro is one of my all-time favorites from a comfort and isolation perspective. They're circumnaural, cheap (relatively anyway) and have a fairly neutral response.
If your focus is gaming, the Game Zero may be up your alley. It's very similar ergonomically to the 380, but includes a mic. (Unfortunately the mic is not removable.)
If you're more fashion conscious you may be interested in the Momentum. These things are probably one of the few I've ever tried that beat my 380s in comfort (the other notable one on my mind being bose's QC15.) These guys come in multiple colors, so you get lots of choices.
If you're willing to take the plunge into open back (less/non isolating) the HD 558 has a nice wide soundstage while still having the comfort of the 380. These are likely the least in line with your requirements, but I still highly recommend trying a pair on if there are any shops around you that carry them.
Since you mentioned gaming, I'll also drop mention of the antlion modmic. They are constantly having inventory issues (can't keep up with demand) but it's an interesting product. New version is on the way.
These
(I have no idea what the 200 moda is, sorry.)
> Sennheiser Momentum
whats the difference between these two?
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-Momentum-On-Ear-Headphone/dp/B00D77UA44/ref=pd_sim_e_3?ie=UTF8&amp;refRID=1339XGS7KV1SF982HHTM
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-505630-Momentum-Headphone-Brown/dp/B009QV15DU
besides a lot of money?
I'm looking for a little something to replace my Shure SE215LTEs after my friend's dog chewed them up. I looked at the links in the sidebar and the RHA MA750i really caught my eye. I'm loving the metal construction, and the compact connector (I've had problems with the Shures before).
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-505630-Momentum-Headphone-Brown/dp/B009QV15DU/ref=sr_1_4?s=electronics&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1406504417&amp;sr=1-4&amp;keywords=sennheiser+momentum
I was looking around and found these. Thoughts? I acknowledge its above my budget however. The Sennheiser 518's you suggested were 80$ on Amazon. I will look into the Beyerdynamic COP's as well
Budget - $100 USD, hard limit
Source - Fiio X1 mostly, sometimes an iPhone 7 (with adapter, of course), sometimes a Microsoft Surface 3
Requirements for Isolation - I don't really need active noise canceling, but a decent amount of isolation is preferred because the less I hear from outside, the less I have to turn up my volume.
Will you be using these Headphones in Public? - Yes
Preferred Type of Headphone - Over-ear
Preferred tonal balance - I probably lean basshead. Obviously I don't want more bass at the expense of mids or highs, though.
Past headphones - Loved my Sennheiser HD518's, sound-wise, but they were too bulky and uncomfortable. Hated my Sony MDRV6's -- sound did nothing for me, and again very uncomfortable. I love my Mee audio M6 Pro's for their sound, but IEM's aren't really my ideal setup.
Preferred Music - Lots of pop (mainly kpop), but I also listen extensively to metal as well as lighter rock.
What would you like to improve on from your set-up - My travel audio setup right now is just my Fiio X1 and the M6 Pro's. I need a decently portable over-ear pair that are comfortable to wear for extended periods (3+ hours at a time) and that provide that good bass while still having clear and detailed mids/highs.
I've got a few I'm looking at right now: this pair of Sony's (MDR XB950/H and MDR XB950B1, which I'm not even sure there's a difference between); the Sol Republic Master Tracks (which I've heard are incredibly comfortable. I wanted the XC version, but can't get them delivered in time); and the Sennheiser Momentum's (which I've heard great things about, sound-wise, but have no idea on comfort).
I wore glasses and used their headset. I'm also used to wearing these all the time over glasses
I probably wore them for 80% of the time, as they got a little uncomfortable after an hour or so, but after a ten minute break they were fine again, and it's not like they were so sound cancelling that it made much of a difference. Except when our Prometric staff switched and the staff were friends and talked loudly about their other coworkers.
For your uses, I'd probably lean towards the Sennheiser Momentum. It's expensive, but it's really a wonderful set of headphones and has much better bass extension and detailing relative to the 25-1 ii. Sennheiser has a small partnership with Apple so, if there's an Apple store near you, you can give the Momentums a try. I've posted a review from headphonia below, I hope it's useful.
Review
I've never heard of them either. Unless somebody comes through vouching for them, I'd say go with your gut and skip 'em. Probably safer to go with something from here: http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B009QV15DU/ref=dp_olp_used?ie=UTF8&amp;condition=used
Probably that "Like New" listing.
V-Moda M-100 Headphones with the BoomMic Pro
https://www.amazon.com/V-MODA-Crossfade-Over-Ear-Noise-Isolating-Headphone/dp/B00A39PPDK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1472700015&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=v+moda+m100
https://www.amazon.com/V-MODA-BoomPro-Gaming-Headset-Headphone/dp/B00BJ17WKK/ref=sr_1_sc_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1472700083&amp;sr=8-1-spell&amp;keywords=v+moda+boommic
You can have a killer setup for under $500.
Mic: Audio Technica AT2005 - A great mic that a lot of let's players use (draax, zueljin, kingdaddydmac, etc.). It also accepts xlr or usb inputs (more on that at the end). I use the atr2100, which is the same mic, just different color and warranty. The at2005 is cheaper by about $25 right now, so buying today, that's the one I'd get. It's a dynamic mic, so it blocks out sound that's not in front of it. Much better for noisy environments. Condenser mics like the blue yeti will pick up a lot more background noise. Other mics I've used are the V-Moda Boompro, which works with most headphones that have detachable cables (in my case the M100s) and sounds good, but changing the cable for when I didn't want to use the mic became old pretty fast. You can leave it attached, but then the boom mic is there all the time. I've also used the antlion modmic 4.0 and can't recommend it. It has white noise unless you use a usb soundcard, the cable is stiff and it's kind of expensive compared to full fledged mics. $56
Stand: Pyle PMKSH01 Suspension Boom Scissor Microphone Stand - A decent cheap stand. Nothing special, but it comes with an integrated xlr cable. I use this one, but may upgrade to the Rode PSA1 ($100) later on. The shock mount will not fit the at2005 however. $21
Shock Mount: On-Stage MY420 - A great shock mount that fits the at2005/atr2100. Shock mounts reduce noises from bumping your desk or tapping on your keyboard; things that may reverberate to your mic. It might not even be necessary if you're not a heavy handed gamer or if your desk is made of a thick, dense material. $25
Wind Filter: On-Stage Foam Ball Windscreen - Reduces wind/breathing noises as well as minimizing plosives. Not a complete necessity, but extremely cheap and it does help, so why not? $3
Cable management: Velcro One-Wrap Cable Wraps - I use these for keeping the usb cable for the mic attached to the stand. Extremely useful and cheap. $6
Headphones: Very subjective to user preference. I prefer closed vs open for noise isolation. Here's what I've used:
Audio Technica ATH M50: Good (not great) headphones for ~$100. Considered the standard by many, but to me they're just good. $155
V-Moda M100: Excellent sound with very potent bass. They make the M50s sound muddy in comparison. HOWEVER, the M100s have a design flaw where the "wings" (the parts above where you adjust the headphones) will crack over time. It happened to two pairs of my M100s. Unacceptable for the price of these headphones, regardless of how good they sound. $222
Beyerdynamic DT770 Pro 80 Ohm: Amazing. Potent bass like the M100s, but even a bit clearer. Very wide soundstage for closed headphones. I paid $219 for mine and don't regret it a single bit. I might grab another pair at the price they're currently at. $150
All that adds up to around $261 + tax choosing the DT770s, and will be a killer setup for gaming. Far better than any "gaming" headset, and it even opens the option of streaming or let's play videos (the reason I got my setup). There is one more thing I'd add though, given the budget if you're serious about mic quality, and that's the $99 Focusrite Scarlett Solo 2nd Gen. It's a usb audio interface that accepts xlr mics. It gives you a bit more control over the audio coming out of your mic and cleans up the signal so you get less "noise" from the usb interface. Quality is good without it, but with it, it's noticeably better.
Hope this helps some! I spent quite a while researching things when I put my own setup together. :)
good bunch of bass and gaming is gonna make me recommend the V Moda M100s with their attachable mic. bit above the prices of the ones you listed, but these things are absolute bass cannons while also honestly sounding pretty damn good playing all types of music, very probably far better than any of the ones you listed. they're what I use for gaming and discord as well.
I personally own a pair of V-MODA Crossfade M-100's with a BoomPro mic and the XL Ear cushions.
Put simply, they are absolutely amazing and would not go with anything else for gaming or music listening. Now, I'm not going to lie, it's very expensive for just a headset, but I'm an audiophile and want the very best out of my sound. If you want something that is amazing but won't kill your wallet, go for the Crossfade M-80's. Biggest bang for your buck.
As for audio quality, my old turtle beach headset couldn't even compare to these. Everything about them is just amazing. They are better than a pair of Beats and most "gaming" headsets. The 3D soundstage makes playing this game (or any game for that matter) an absolute joy with unparalleled audio quality. Wouldn't go for anything else for the price. I cannot stress how good these things are.
As for comfort level, they're pretty good, but you will definitely want the XL cushions. I can play up to 6 hours on end with only two adjustments on my head before my eyes are like "we're done here." Needless to say, they stay very comfortable for extended periods of time.
The BoomPro mic is nice, but not entirely necessary, because the in-line mic that comes with the cable works just fine.
TLDR: If you have the money, BUY THESE HEADPHONES!! And if you're broke go with the M-80's.
Edit: Spelling
You should check out either the
M-100
or
Sennheiser Momentum
I've used the M-100 before. It has crisp and clear highs and punchy bass. But unfortunately it gets a bit hot because of the memory foam and has low mids. Sometimes it gets uncomfortable.
I think the Sennheiser Momentum are really good, it's also not too comfortable for really long listening sessions. It has a neutral sound with great bass performance.
I was thinking of picking up a pair of V-moda M100s. They are currently priced lower than usual and I've been wanting them for a long time. Are they worth the purchase? It's 199$ for the Matte black pair. They have near flawless reviews. Any advice would be appreciated.
Get the Sennheisers. They have great reviews from websites like headfi and look great. One issue is that the ear cups aren't that large so if you have slightly above average sized ears, they might be uncomfortable.
If you like bass (that actually sounds good) get these V-MODAs.
Hey folks!
Current Headphones
Options Thus Far:
Budget: $400-$800
Source: Schitt Stack
Type: Over Ear
Isolation: None required
Music: Everything
Tonal Balance: Something different from what I have
I know that this is entirely subjective, but I wanted some opinions on where the next good place to go would be on my audio journey.
Also, any opinions on the E-Mu's vs the TH-X00's?
Well depending on your budget, you could look at the Vmoda M100's.
They are my primary portable and are built pretty sturdy.
Here ya go. Enjoy:
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-505760-Momentum-Headphone-Black/dp/B00AZZNXOK/ref=sr_1_9?s=aht&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1409101654&amp;sr=1-9&amp;keywords=sennheiser
Two good closed-back headphones are the Sennheiser Momentum Over-Ear and V-Moda M-100, you should check out reviews if you're interested.
There's an over ear version as well. Generally regarded to sound better than the on ear.
You can call people who present objective facts, "haters," if you want. Here are objective facts. The Beats Pro Detox headphones are exactly the same as the regular Beats Pro headphones, in a different color. That means black Beats Pro headphones with the word "Detox" stitched into headband costs $100 USD more than an already absurdly priced, clampy, uncomfortable, headphone that has bloated bass.
That's the facts of the Beats Pro Detox.
The 2013 Studios sound good, and it won't cost you an extra $100 USD to get them in black.
Fuck Beats. Good headphone manufacturers make headphones with replaceable ear pads and metal reinforced headbands that don't snap. If you want bloated bass, buy a good headphone that doesn't force it upon you, and simply EQ it to your liking. Stop being ignorant.
I would say these:
Sennheiser Momentum Headphone - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00AZZNXOK/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_PZePub1FBSK75
Sennheiser Momentum Over-Ear Headphones fit all your criteria and they're currently just under $200 on Amazon.
Sennheiser also just announce the Momentum M2 which feature better pads and supposedly better sound. Those would be a bit more expensive though.
Edit: Nevermind, just noticed the old Momentums don't fold so only the M2 which do fold would fit all the criteria.
I would honestly recommend the Sennheiser Momentum.
They are around 150-160 new but you can get a used one for 120 from Amazon
http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B00AZZNXOK/ref=dp_olp_used?ie=UTF8&amp;condition=used
I know you might be hesitant on buying used from Amazon, but from my experience usually they come in very good quality. But If you aren't interested in used headphones, if you can stretch your budget $20 I'd really recommend the sennheiser momentum 1.
I actually have the Sennheiser momentum 2 currently on-hand and it's sound is almost identical to the sennheiser momentum 1.
They are definitely perfect for EDM, decently comfortable, doesn't leak very much and perfect for portable use.
Trust me, get the Sennheiser Momentum 1 if you can. IMO they are much better than the M50x
I think the Sennheiser Momentum is better in every way, especially for the music you listed. Mids aren't recessed, bass isn't as prominent, and the highs are a bit rolled off but still detailed.
They originally went for ~$300, but right now ADGTron is selling a Used - Like New pair for $105. He's an authorized Sennheiser dealer, and sells brand new without a box. It's where I got mine.
Only issue is if you have big ears, they'll be pretty uncomfortable. Worth a shot though. $105 is a damn good price for them.
I love these!! tascam th-02
https://www.amazon.com/TASCAM-TH02-B-Closed-Back-Stylish-Headphone/dp/B00B1N06PO
Dude, my friend plays the shit out of Paragon and he'd love this. Entering.
Can't take a picture right now unfortunately. Thanks a bunch for the giveaway, OP!
Also, if anyone's wondering what the code contains, I put it all in another comment.
The Monoprice 108323 runs for <30$ both from their own site and other retailers like Amazon, likewise with the Tascam TH-02.
If you're willing to stretch the budget, the AKG K72 and ATH-M20X are also both great bang-for-the-buck options, they're probably some of your best options before you get into or near the $200 and higher range already.
If you're willing to go in-ear, the KZ brand that sells primarily through Amazon has some of the absolute best budget drivers like the ATE and the ZST -- they actually have several options under $20.
A lot of this depends on your budget. Wanting to step up from 25€ still doesn't tell us how much you are willing to spend. All dollar amounts listed below are in USD:
Sub $20 - Tascam TH02. $18. Similar to the HD201 from Sennheiser, but easier to find and much cheaper.
Additionally, the Monoprice HiFi Studio Headphones are another excellent choice around $25.
$30 to $50 range - Koss Porta Pro. $33. I've always heard great things about these headphones, plus they have a sweet look.
$70ish range - Philips SHP9500S. These are closer to $75, but are extremely comfortable and have amazing sound for the price.
Most of these headphones won't require an external amp/DAC, but it won't hurt to have one either.
The cheap cans that sound good don't sound quite as good and are built quite poorly. Tell me, do you apply your generic equivalent theory to cars? Colas? Televisions? Sometimes things are just worth the money. If anything, the brands this subreddit promotes are already the best value alternatives.
You want very cheap headphones with tradeoffs? Look at these:
Tascam TH-02, $20: Small, cheap, uncomfortable, decent sound.
KOSS KSC-75, $12: tiny, clip on, open headphones with surprising quality
I've got a really shitty $10 pair that I'll give to you for free, never used basically. They sound a bit like tin cans and feel like they were made with the cheapest plastic possible, but they work and I'll head over to you if you want them.
If you don't mind waiting for them to ship, I would recommend you just order them online. These Tascam TH-02 are what I currently use for my PC, they cost $20 right now with Amazon Prime and they actually work really well for the cost. The comfort leaves something to be desired, but they have extra padding available for sale.
Since you already have a mic, why not go for a headphones with a far more better quality? Your ears will thank you, trust me.
Few examples:
TASCAM TH02-B Closed-Back Stylish Headphone
Superlux HD668B Dynamic Semi-Open Headphones
Or splurge a bit more and go for an Audio-Technica ATH-M30x
More info on why gaming headset sucks in this post here at PCMR a few months back
A similar thread showed up around summer this year that prompted me to up my audio game. At the time I had a Logitech G630 headset and the mic boom stopped staying up so I needed a replacement. It was good luck that I saw that thread! I bought Tascam TH02-B with these replacement pads. Also got Blue Snowball and FiiO E10K DAC. I love my audio setup now!
I'm a huge fan of the HD 280's. I've been using them for my train commute for a year now. Extremely satisfied.
Super comfortable. Not really stylish. Only involve natural noise isolation. But I absolutely love them.
Sennheiser HD280PRO, right at $100. They are as boring as you can get, and /r/headphones is very conflicted on them.
Only passive noise isolation though. If you want active noise cancellation, you probably want to look at Bose products (the only time you want to look at Bose products).
I absolutely love my pair.
Depends on your budget.
Thanks for the advice! I've actually already got a pair of these so I'm all set on headphones. I like them a lot.
https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD280PRO-Headphone-new-model/dp/B00IT0IHOY/
https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD-280-Pro-Headphone/dp/B00IT0IHOY
I agree with other posters, better isolation headphones and learning to dj with headphones rather than a booth monitor is a better answer. Louder will just destroy your ears faster.
I suggest Sennheiser HD280pro: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IT0IHOY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_dp_T1_6ostzb560M2XC
Better to get a nice pair of Sennheiser headphones and a stand-alone mic.
Combined price will be very close to what you were looking at previously, but with better audio and mic quality.
I'm loving the hell out of my Sennheiser HD 280 Pro headphones. Best headphones I've ever owned. My girlfriend did well this year for Christmas.
https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD-280-Pro-Headphone/dp/B00IT0IHOY/ref=dp_ob_title_ce
Look at the other sellers https://smile.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B00IT0IHOY/ref=olp_f_new?ie=UTF8&amp;f_new=true
Reputable sellers too
Gotcha.
I'll give you three different options.
The first would be the Roland Cube 80. Sweetwater has these on sale right now for $220 (I know, I know) -- but this is a legit amp. You can gig with one of those. In This video Captain Lee has 250 pounds (~$325USD after factoring in tax) and goes with the cube 80 to keep up with Rob's all-tube Fender Bassbreaker 15. his tone is pretty fantastic as well.
Option 2: Yamaha THR5. These are killer amps for the price. not as loud as the roland, but maybe a bit more versatile. It can even run on batteries, so you can just grab it and play anywhere.
Option 3: headphones. Your Zoom has some pretty damn decent models in it. Unless you're going to go play gigs or with others (which I'd recommend doing as soon as you think you might be ready), You'll do best to just plug your guitar into the zoom, run a good set of headphones to it, and jam away.
Couple of options here. if you're not sure you want to commit to this route, These Superlux headphones are a phenomenal buy anyway. They're the same ones that come with most of the $2-300 "home studio" bundles, so you can easily use them for recording down the road if you change your mind and go with an amp. But they're nice, loud, clear, and comfortable. If you want to spend a bit more, You literally can't go wrong with the Grado SR80e
Note that both of these headphones are also great for listening to music through your phone/computer/whatever as well.
It's hard to say what headphone or headset is perfect for you as you perceive audio different as others do. So we can only help you with what a good option is, but you'll eventually have to make priorities and make a decision. It's smart to first decide whether you want a headset or headphone. To do so let's take a look at the pro's and con's of a headset:
Pros:
It's really the only reason I like headsets. Some of these can produce some amazing "soundstage" effect, which can be important while gaming and very interesting for watching "concerts". (Most modern headphones have a very decent soundstage as well).
While they are quite heavy most of them are very comfortable.
Cons:
Damn, these things are so heavy compared to many headphones.
Compared to headphones headsets are far behind on audio quality. They don't reach the Frequency response of a headphone even if they tried... They are so big and heavy and still unable to provide you with the most important feature of headphones and headsets...
The prices are ridiculous.
For me the Cons outweigh the Pros of the headset with ease and you should make a choice as well. What is more important?
For $350 you should definitely invest in a dedicated DAC + Amp aswell as a headphone! The overall audio quality will be so much better!
Check out the Shiit Modi 2 DAC and the Shiit Magni 2 Amp. Shiit just released the new 2nd version of the Modi and Magni! You pay $200 in total for this combo and you'll see a huge audio quality improvement over onboard audio or soundcards! They are definitely worth the price!
Then you have like $100 to 150 left to invest in good headphone. Here are a few great options:
There are a few great headphones for doom metal in the price range.
Grado makes some of the best headphones for rock/metal for the fast and tight bass response the Grado SR80e would be a good choice for a more well rounded sound. However they can be bright and sound a bit cold however they are very fun headphones. Since they are open they also provide no sound isolation.
Superlux HD-681 EVO are another great pair in the price range. They come in two colors black and white they have a nice warm sound with good bass and decent mids these are also fun for doom. They come with a nice set of accessories 2 detachable cables 2 sets of ear pads velour and leatherette and a bag.
I own a pair of grados and wear the evos for about 8hrs a day at work. So I have experience with both sets. Depending on your choice in doom and other music would be the other types of music you listen to honestly.
Grado SR80. I lived on the SR60s for years...
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00L1LXOWS/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1408276515&amp;sr=8-2&amp;pi=SY200_QL40
Absolutely stick with the Audio Technicas if you can. I own the Bose QC25's and I like em but only for the noise cancelling. Sound isn't good for the price and I'm an EDM listener as well. In terms of sound, the deal that the ATH-MSR7's are at right now is an absolute no-brainer, there's a noise-cancelling version if you need it too.
https://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-MSR7GM-SonicPro-High-Resolution-Headphones/dp/B00PEU9CFA/?th=1
I would suggest the Nad Viso HP50 or the Audio-Technica MSR7; the only con I have for the former was how it looks on your head, I actually haven't heard the latter but it's well regarded. You'll most likely prefer the former over the latter as the former can be considered on the warm side of neutral and the latter can be considered on the bright side of neutral.
If you don't mind the fact that it's discontinued the Audio-Technica ATH-A900x is another good choice but you might perceive it to be lacking bass impact. For me the A900x is more comfortable than the HP50 but I have a fairly large head and the A900x fits more comfortably on those with large heads and loose on those with average or smaller heads.
Few here are willing to recommend a wireless headphone due to the tradeoff you get in terms of sound or value.
If you really want to get into Hi-Res and audiophile grade headphones then you should get something like Audio Technica MSR7 , Philips Fidelio L2 or Sony MDR-1R
Edit: In-ear that are good enough for Hi-Res would be: RHA 750i, Sony XBA-H3 or Shure SE425
sony mdr1a or ath msr7 (ath msr7 isolate more)
I'd have to say Audio-Technica MSR7. Fits the bill and personally I think they look better than Beats.
https://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-MSR7BK-SonicPro-High-Resolution-Headphones/dp/B00PEU9CFA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1473902263&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=msr7
Since you need them to be closed-back for isolation, I would suggest these (in ascending cost order):
Audio Technica mx50 ($150)
V-MODA Crossfade M-100 ($250)
Meze 99 Classics ($300)
The Audio Technicas are a good all-rounder, which a slight emphasis on the bass. The even cheaper mx40s are more neutral. The V-Moda Crossfades are the most "exciting" in that the frequency response is going to be more v-shaped with emphasized bass and sparkly treble. The Meze 99s are, honestly, a big step up and are some of the most universally-acclaimed closed-back cans around. But I know they're a bit out of your price range. Just read the reviews of these models and see which one you think is the best fit.
V-moda are solid. I've owned the LP1s and M-100s. Only had to buy the second pair because the first pair were stolen after using them every day for over 4 years =(
M100: V-MODA Crossfade M-100 Over-Ear Noise-Isolating Metal Headphone (Matte Black Metal) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00A39PPDK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_FxU6CbEN0CQKW
LP1: don't appear to be on sale anymore
After buying and then breaking or being completely let down by gaming headsets my wife and I had a 'fuck it' moment and each just went and dropped cash on Vmoda M100 (with optional upgraded ear pads, and boom mic with mute).
https://www.amazon.com/V-MODA-Crossfade-Over-Ear-Noise-Isolating-Headphone/dp/B00A39PPDK
And OMG. They are built like tanks and sound amazing. Everything modular so if a cable gets messed up you just get another one.
These things are pricey but zomg they're so worth the price. These things are the real deal. They're not delicate audiophile headphones, they're not cheesy overpriced plastic gaming headsets, these things are absolute workhorses.
We love them. Never going back to anything else.
Noise cancelling fucks up the sound of headphones tbh.
The best I can do is provide you with [these] (http://www.amazon.com/V-MODA-Crossfade-Over-Ear-Noise-Isolating-Headphone/dp/B00A39PPDK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1414550574&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=v-moda+m-100s)
https://smile.amazon.com/V-MODA-Crossfade-Over-Ear-Noise-Isolating-Headphone/dp/B00A39PPDK?sa-no-redirect=1
Basically you just have two wires instead of one coming from the headset. I'd argue it's more cumbersome than the squid mixer.
Ooooh, Those look VERY nice! I'm reading the reviews and liking what I see. Amazon offers them new for $299.99 or used from their warehouse for ~$230.00
Did you buy yours new?
No problem! Ah I see, well you might also wanna take a look at the v modas m100, these are warm and bassy too but you'll probably also wanna buy the XL pads for these, one of my friends has it and he likes it quite a lot, personally if you don't mind not having too much noise isolation, I'd say go for the MSR7, however, if you need some noise isolation, check out the m100s as well as the momentum 2.0, they might not be as clear/as detailed as the MSR7 (when using a phone) but they're fun to listen to and I think a lot of people like the sound signatures of them compared to the MSR7 (which is a little more dry per se), but to each their own
Hey guys! As a first-time buyer, I'd greatly appreciate any advice.
Budget + Source - $200 or so, more or less | iPhone 6s, PS4, Macbook Pro.
Requirements for Isolation - Not really any.
Preferred Type of Headphone - Comfort is king!
Past headphones - On-Ear Sol Republic Tracks HD are the only pair of recognizable headphones I've owned. I have no issues with the top part of the band, but my ears start hurting after about an hour or less, which makes them basically only good for the gym at this point.
Preferred Music + Tonal Balance - Pop, hip-hop, rock, and classical music are my favorites. I love bass, but love listening to classical as well.
What would you like to improve on from your set-up? - Anything that sounds better than my Sol Republics and is miles ahead in terms of comfort. Beyond using them for music, it would be great if they could be used when gaming on a PS4.
I've been considering the Audio-Technica ATH-M50xWH, the Sennheiser HD 598, the AKG Pro Audio K612PRO, the AKG Q 701 Quincy Jones Signature, the V-MODA Crossfade M-100, the Beyerdynamic DT line, and finally the Beyerdynamic 709093 Custom One Pro Plus which I was almost dead-set on buying, but figured I'd post here first. Thank you for taking the time to read this, any help (or suggestions) would be greatly appreciated!
ATH-M50x with a FiiO Q5 amp is the best portable sound I've heard and is my go-to for MiniDisc listening. I also use them at home with my NAD reciever for vinyl and MiniDisc deck listening. Sounds great.
However, it's a lot of stuff to carry around for portable listening. I'm swimming in a mess of wires. Also, the M50x sound pretty empty without an amp - I'd never recommend them without one.
IMO Sennheiser headphones sound good without amps - particularly the wired Momentums. The over ear ones are comfortable, offer nice bass (but don't sound good with amps). Because they're cushioned, they're a little bit noise blocking (no active tech though). The wireless ones have noise cancelling which I believe can be used wired as well, but they're super expensive.
Sennheiser Momentum for at the desk listening and whenever I feel like matching my headphones to my snapback
Sennheiser IE80 for everything else
I think the Momentum Over Ear is really low too.
I'd suggest the Vmoda LP2's or Sennheiser Momentum 1.0 (around ear) given your budget.
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-Momentum-Black-Headphone/dp/B00AZZNXOK
http://www.amazon.com/V-MODA-Crossfade-Over-Ear-Noise-Isolating-Headphone/dp/B00HYH7HXA
New Momentums right at the cusp of your budget.
New V-Moda M100 also at 200 exactly.
If you wait a little bit these go on sale. I got the M-100 in 'Phantom Chrome' for 150 during Black Friday (I know... it's 6 mos. away).
If you check the used for V-Moda on Amazon, there are 'like new' and refurbished for 160 to 180, free shipping.
I would recommend that if you get V-Modas to fork out 20 bucks and get the XL pads. They make a big difference!
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-Momentum-Black-Headphone/dp/B00AZZNXOK
Thinking of buying these headphones, I just want to know if they leak any sound or if you can hear anything while wearing them.
Hi! I'm trying to decide between the Sennheiser Momentum and beyerdynamic DT 660. I'm open to other suggestions though! I've been looking at the DT 660 for a while, but I haven't had a chance to try them out. I feel like they are pretty close to what I'm looking for, but the Momentum feels like a safer choice.
What kind of music does she like? I got my girlfriend a Grado SR325e for her birthday, used in like new condition (with a set of the larger G-Cush pads) they are a pretty great price to performance for headphones you can drive optimally out of a cell phone.
The Grado SR60e is good, I'd recommend you get G-Cush pads as well for comfort.
The Sennheiser Momentum isn't bad and comes with a lot of color options since you want something feminine.
The Sennheiser HD598 is a great price to performance but isn't very portable, and is open back.
A little more information may lend more ideas though.
I love my MadDogs by Mr. Speakers
They are a mod of the Fostex T50RP, here's a good review: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YCIRlC_TSrQ
Some say they require an amp, I bought a small FiiO E12 which is small and portable, but it's not required to get them up to a good listening volume. I listen to everything from Rap/Hip-hop to EDM to Classical on these guys, had them 2 years. Might upgrade to the Alpha's soon.
If you want more of a lifestyle headphone, I'd go with something like the Sennheiser Momentum or the VMODA M100
People also rave about the Beyerdynamic DT 770, someone else will have to weigh in on those, I've never heard them. I hear they are on the bassier side, but not overwhelming. Not sure what Ohm option will suit you best, so do some research on that if you're interested in those cans.
Finally, if you want to go cheaper, bought these for my buddy last year to use as office cans, I'm pretty sure he just never takes them off. Very neutral sound, light, but durable, I love them but my ears stick out and touch the drivers which gets irritating after a while. Part of the reason I went with mad dogs is there's plenty of room for my Dumbo sized satellite dishes.
Good luck.
Sennheiser has a Beats competitor, 2 actually. One is called the [Urbanite,] (http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-Urbanite-XL-Over-Ear-Headphones/dp/B00M3NZKA2) which sound like ass but look pretty great. The other is called the [Momentum,] (http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00AZZNXOK/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1427837701&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=momentum&amp;dpPl=1&amp;dpID=41PhwEt071L&amp;ref=plSrch&amp;pi=AC_SY200_QL40) which sound pretty good but don't look as good as the Urbanites IMO.
Non-mobile: Momentum,
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http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00AZZNXOK?cache=1ba4f922220c431fecf67df7625241f8&amp;pi=SY200_QL40&amp;qid=1407962315&amp;sr=8-1#ref=mp_s_a_1_1
Someone recommended these: https://www.amazon.com/TASCAM-TH02-B-Closed-Back-Stylish-Headphone/dp/B00B1N06PO over the $70 Sony ones I was looking at. Would those be suitable?
This is for my stepfather. He is extremely hard of hearing, and while he has good hearing aids, he sometimes finds them uncomfortable and prefers to use a little microphone-and-amplifier box with a pair of headphones attached.
Right now he uses a pair of Skullcandy Uprocks that he and my mom happened to buy in the store. It's kind of funny, an 80 year old guy wearing skulls on his ears. But my mom would like to get him a better pair, if only for comfort's sake. Something that would fit over his ears. Big old-man ears.
So... Something cheap, over ear, Treble is irrelevant - he won't hear any of it anyway; loudness is important, clarity is good.
I was thinking of just getting something like the ol' monoprice 8323 or these Tascams or something. But I'm open to suggestions, and if anybody knows of a headphone guide specifically for people who are very hard of hearing, that would be awesome.
> Status Audio HD One'
Tascam TH-02 (sounds amazing, but i noticed it sounds better plugged into the rear port of my PC instead of the front port/my phone (but it sounds as good as the rear port on my pc on the iphone 6).
https://www.amazon.co.uk/TASCAM-TH-02-Stereo-Monitoring-Headphones/dp/B00B1N06PO
Superlux 668B - Havent personally heard these but theyre highly rated.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Superlux-HD668B-Headphones/dp/B003JOETX8
Hello everyone. I was looking into buying these Tascam TH02s (http://www.amazon.com/TASCAM-TH02-B-Closed-Back-Stylish-Headphone/dp/B00B1N06PO). I was wondering if anyone knew how goodthese were for the price. Thanks!
yeah im only talking about the use for csgo.
First you should decide wether you want an open or closed Headphone.
Open means the sides of the Headphones are, well open. They are usually covered by some kind of mesh. This means you will be hearing whats going on around you (people talking etc), but they will also hear whatever sounds are coming from your headphones.
Closed Cans are the opposite, people wont hear your music/csgo sounds, but you wont hear anybody around you either. I would recommend these if you dont have your own room to play csgo in or plan to use them on the go.
Personally I prefer Open Headphones for CSGO since they generally have a bigger Soundstage which helps alot telling for where Footsteps/Shots etc in CS are coming from. So should you have your own quiet room to play in i would highly recommend getting open type Headphones.
Open Headphones i would recommend:
Closed:
Generally People recommend saving up for the M40X over the M20X
EDIT: i forgot the Q-Pad which is basicly HyperX Cloud but as an Open Back
You could also look into getting a used X1/X2 on Ebay and pairing it up with a boompro or ModMic
I'm on a really tight budget, so if y'all can tell me which you think is the best for it's value that'd be amazing.
(These are all closed, over ear headphones. Comfort and audioquality is something I'm looking for)
Sentex ThorX $28
https://www.amazon.com/Sentey-Headphones-Microphone-HD-LS-4430/dp/B01EVV9PXQ/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8
Tascam $18
https://www.amazon.com/TASCAM-TH02-B-Closed-Back-Stylish-Headphone/dp/B00B1N06PO
Superlux HD661 $32
https://www.amazon.com/Superlux-HD661-Closed-Back-Professional-Detachable/dp/B0062OOFAY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1466824663&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=superlux+661
MonoPrice8323 $15
https://www.monoprice.com/product?p_id=8323
Y si puedes usar un micro aparte con un auri normal te sale más barato.
https://www.innerfidelity.com/images/TeacCTH02.pdf
https://www.amazon.com/Tascam-TH-02-Closed-Studio-Headphones/dp/B00B1N06PO/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=tascam+th02&amp;qid=1568859030&amp;s=gateway&amp;sr=8-1
Aunque los earpads de los tascam no son muy comodos.
Hello everyone! I'm hoping I can get some advice on what kind of headphones to buy. While I have already looked at the recommendations section of the wiki and everything there is either American or American and out of stock and as a Canadian, I'm hoping for some alternative recommendations. That said, Amazon.ca does sell the TASCAM TH02 Closed-Back headphones that are mentioned on the recommendations page and they are at the top of my buying list at the moment.
Now, as for the required information:
Budget - I would like to keep it under $100 Canadian, I can go higher, but as a college student I really don't want to.
Source - Just planning on using these with my computer, fyi I don't have a sound card.
Requirements for Isolation - As I said, I'm a college student and since I'm living on residence I would like a fair amount of noise isolation, but not an extreme amount (I'm hoping to be on an extended quiet hours floor next year).
Will you be using these Headphones in Public? - Not planning on it.
Preferred Type of Headphone - I personally prefer over-ear headphones despite my glasses.
Preferred tonal balance - While I don't know that much about tone, I think I'd prefer an overall balanced pair of headphones as my musical tastes are all over the place.
Past headphones - My last two headphones have been Logitech G930s. Overall they've both been good to me, but since both of them are dying/dead from the batteries failing I figured it was time to try something else. I really don't care if my new headphones have a microphone or not since my current G930 probably still has enough life in it to do that.
Preferred Music - As I've said, I'm all over the place. I like Rock, Alternative Rock, EDM, Dubstep, Orchestral, other kinds of Electronic, a few others I don't know the genre of, as well as using them for gaming.
I think that's everything, any help/recommendations are welcome and appreciated!
Are these headphones binaural?
Hey.
GF's desk is in the same room as my computer and she's looking for headphones to listen to her music on her iPod/computer. Nothing fancy but it needs to be good at noise cancelling (Read: She doesn't want to hear me talk to my friends while playing games in the same room) and comfortable.
Would the TASCAM TH02 be a good fit for her?
Thanks!
PC Specs
External Gear
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23" Samsung SyncMaster S23B300 LED 60Hz 1080p
these r good ones i think and ur choice is very good and might be better but check them both if u want but consider replacing the pads since both r very uncomfortable straight out the box
I'd say the Tascam TH-02 is a good cheap monitor headphone
https://www.amazon.com/Tascam-TH-02-Closed-Studio-Headphones/dp/B00B1N06PO/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=th02&amp;qid=1557428611&amp;s=musical-instruments&amp;sr=1-1
Everyone keeps saying that (I'm looking for a budget headphone + mic setup) but they don't provide examples. Do you that this will work well?
Tascam TH-02
Zalman Zm-Mic1
Maybe if they're uncomfortable some replacement pads
Tell me about your headphone choice. I got the blue snowball and it's a great mic. I have been using my Grado headphones which are fantastic for music but I think they are not meant for podcasting. The sound can be heard quite well from these headphones as they are open backed. The headphones you have i'm assuming are these ones: https://www.amazon.com/TASCAM-TH02-B-Closed-Back-Stylish-Headphone/dp/B00B1N06PO
Really low price. But they do appear to be studio specific.
I recently got these and so far they sound good enough for me.
Take a look at these, these and these
Whichever pair you get, make sure they go from at least 20hz to 20khz, and try to look online for reviews and frequency response curves (the flatter, the better!)
http://www.amazon.com/TASCAM-TH02-B-Closed-Back-Stylish-Headphone/dp/B00B1N06PO Are these any good? I saw a post that listed them as the best for ~20 ish dollarsso i bought them
> I left almost no room for headphones so if you want some I think we should be upping your budget by $100 or so so u/Mad_Economist has some room to play with.
No joke. The only options that'd at all fit into price range while not being terrible would be the rather unergonomic (and functionally on-ear) [Tascam] (https://www.innerfidelity.com/images/TeacCTH02.pdf) [TH02]
(https://www.amazon.com/Tascam-TH-02-Closed-Studio-Headphones/dp/B00B1N06PO) and the clip-on [Koss] (https://www.innerfidelity.com/images/KossKSC75.pdf) [KSC75] (https://www.amazon.com/Koss-KSC75-Portable-Stereophone-Headphones/dp/B0006B486K)
these are on sale, seem to have decent reviews. Save up and pair em with this to get the full package. Alternatively, I have these but they cost a big extra; maybe save up some money and get those instead.
http://www.amazon.com/TASCAM-TH02-B-Closed-Back-Stylish-Headphone/dp/B00B1N06PO
Tascam TH02B <$30
This is my minimum suggestion for ultra low budget sound, so that you can run dual system:
Tascam DR60D mk2 (on sale you can get it for only a little bit more than what a Zoom H1 is, while the DR60D is massively massively more useful than an H1, in a totally different league. And in my opinion the DR60D mk2 is better than anything Zoom makes up until you get to their F8 / F4 recorders). Tascam DR70D is also worth considering for a little bit extra (as then you can run two or more wireless lavs at once while recording the boom as well).
3m ish should be the minimum length to consider for a boom (5m or longer is good to have at hand as well!).
https://www.aliexpress.com/item/Miloboo-MLZ901-Carbon-Fiber-285cm-Handheld-Grip-Support-LED-Light-Microphone-Boom-Pole-Holder/32318802436.html
A pair of no budget level headphones to consider:
https://www.amazon.com/TASCAM-TH02-B-Closed-Back-Stylish-Headphone/dp/B00B1N06PO/
Rode NTG2 is in my view the absolute minimum level shotgun mic a person should get (or Sennheiser MKE 600). A Rode NTG3 would be an even better choice, and a mic that could last a person a long long time. However the NTG3 costs a lot more (even though the NTG3 is I feel one of the best value mics there is!). Hopefully the Aputure V-Mic D3 will ship soon and change the game for ultra low priced microphones (promising NG3/416 level of performance!).
Rode WS6 windshield is essential! (get a blimp too when it can be afforded)
A hypercardiod is needed as well for indoors (shotgun is for outdoors), Samson C02 is a popular zero budget choice (but an Audix SCX1-HC would be so much better).
Rycote Universal Shotgun Mount:
https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1155648-REG/rycote_037340_universal_shotgun_mount_for.html
Having wireless lavs as well is important once you take this to the next level, but usually they're extremely expensive! (Look at lectrosonics) Even for the absolutely cheapest bare "minimum" quality to make it worthwhile you are looking at a Sennheiser G3 or Sony UWP-D11.
But I feel Saramonic UwMic9 is a game changer at the ultra low budget level with their recent product, thus worth checking out as the next step forward for upgrading your overall kit.
Next step after that will be to get OST-801 lavs, as you'll see a big improvement over the stock lavs:
http://www.oscarsoundtech.com/services.html
check out the reviews of this one
it has no mic though
I was searching for some wireless headphones so that my wife and I can both watch movies at full volume after the kids have gone to bed. My budget was about USD $200 for both wireless headphones (I'm not fussed about high sound quality, just reliability and comfort and price) but I couldn't find anything with decent reviews. The Sennheiser RS 120 was the closest match I could see, but I hated the idea of getting sudden loud static when they entered 'power saving mode' and some users mentioned static in normal listening.
I ended up buying these wired headphones with a 3.5mm splitter and extension cords because they're super cheap to get started with, and I can always upgrade later.
Does anyone have experience with wireless headphones? Would there be anything suitable under the $200 mark (for two) that would be better than those wired headphones?
This one is cheap and good: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00B1N06PO
You can find a lot of good reviews on the internet
Here ya go: https://www.amazon.de/gp/aw/d/B01L1IIEKM/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?__mk_de_DE=ÅMÅZÕÑ&amp;qid=1527293239&amp;sr=8-1&amp;pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&amp;keywords=hd558&amp;dpPl=1&amp;dpID=411GvOudDkL&amp;ref=plSrch
A lot cheaper than I expected since it’s Germany.
These or the super cheap TH02s: https://www.amazon.de/gp/aw/d/B00B1N06PO/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?__mk_de_DE=ÅMÅZÕÑ&amp;qid=1527293482&amp;sr=8-1&amp;pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&amp;keywords=tascam+th02&amp;dpPl=1&amp;dpID=31umAt5qoaL&amp;ref=plSrch
I've been recommended these headphones, any thoughts on these?
I recommend the Sennheiser HD280 Pro, great quality for $100 imo. They can get a little uncomfortable when wearing them for 4+ hours or so but not that bad, usually means it is time to take a break anyway.
https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD280PRO-Headphone-new-model/dp/B00IT0IHOY/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=sennheiser+hd280&qid=1565478593&s=gateway&sr=8-3
https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD280PRO-Headphone-new-model/dp/B00IT0IHOY
Can't go wrong here.
Here's a good pair with a decently neutral tuning. They are 32 ohms, so won't activate high impedance mode, but will still be good for in ear headphones. They have a sensitivity of 99db, which low impedance mode won't over power
https://www.amazon.com/1MORE-Headphones-Earphones-Compatible-Microphone/dp/B01A7G35S0
Here's some over the ear headphones. They will also offer great sound at a reasonable price. 64 ohm so high impedance mode.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00IT0IHOY/ref=psdcmw_9059092011_t1_B002DP1FTU
This is what I got for now, just due to time constraints right now. From here the price you're looking at jumps up pretty high.
If you can find a budget, I'd recommend hitting up r/headphones and asking for suggestions for the best headphones within that price range. Stay away from Beats, they are grossly overpriced and heavily bass tuned.
Edit: u/zl470 made great points as well. Both my suggestions were based around the $100 mark, and going on a budget, since you didn't state a low or max dollar amount.
Sennheiser HD280PRO
$100 and some really fantastic sounds quality. Even with the volume at medium I can't hear a damn thing going on around me.
cloud alphas if your looking for mic comfort and sound
but if your looking for super good headphones https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD280PRO-Headphone-new-model/dp/B00IT0IHOY?tag=headphonesaddict-20
Forgot to ask how are those headphones compared to https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD280PRO-Headphone-new-model/dp/B00IT0IHOY/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1549467489&amp;sr=8-4&amp;pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&amp;keywords=sennheisers&amp;dpPl=1&amp;dpID=41XBaD7zEbL&amp;ref=plSrch or audiotechnica?
I've had the Sennheiser HD280PRO's for a few years now and love 'em. I'm running them through a Schiit Stack (Magni 2 & Modi 1) for the full experience, but on their own, the 280's are excellent.
My apartment has a ton of street noise, and I'm looking for something over-ear to wear in addition to foam earplugs to block out even more noise while I'm sleeping. I think I want noise isolating rather than noise cancelling.
I was considering just buying protective earmuffs, but it would be nice to be able to listen to music occasionally. I'm wondering whether something like Sennheiser 280 Pro or Sennheiser 598 would effectively block sound even when no music is playing?
Or does anyone have any better suggestions? I'd be willing to pay ~$125 (though cheaper would be nice). The sound isolation is way more important than audio quality for me.
i would say for software start out with fl studio because it's really easy to get the hang of. equipment wise i would start off with headphones or studio monitors. though you probably can't find any decent monitors for under $100 headphones may be the better option because you really wanna understand what you're listening to. these are the headphones i purchased a little over a year ago and they have been fabulous for me. what's also great about them is you don't need an audio interface to use them.
Sennheiser 280 Pro
From my current knowledge, there's not a huge difference between integrated sound and buying a separate sound card anymore. So, generally what you're looking for is a good pair of headphones foremost, and then into DACs/AMPs. There's plenty of them combined into one device.
This or This are what I'd recommend for something that'd actually make a difference at a lower price point.
I'm unsure of headphones because I don't know what you'd want out of them. All headphones do something a bit different or have different sound profiles. These are what I have. I found these on sale on Amazon so those might also interest you.
I'm not much of an audiophile so anyone that knows more feel free to correct me!
Realistically the DACs are not necessary if you don't want to, a good pair of headphones will do you just fine.
My advice is to buy some inexpensive audiophile headphones ($100) or mid-range audiophile headphones ($150) and a decent clip on mic ($55) (a less expensive alternative ($30)).
For around the same price as a overpriced gaming headsets ($200), you'll get all the comfort, durability, and audio quality of nice headphones, plus you can chat with buddies while gaming! Plus, you can actually use them for music and stuff besides gaming.
Thanks man, I really appreciate you giving it a listen.
I do all my recording on a PC I built a few years back. I purposely went overboard on RAM when I did, because prior to that I'd had nothing but trouble with laggy, crashing audio software during marathon sessions. Beyond that, mine is a "budget" setup to the max, but it works for what I do.
The DAW I use is Reaper - I've experimented with several over the years but this is the most responsive one I've found yet, and even the "vanilla" plug-ins are awesome. I think it cost me $60, but in reality it's a Winrar type deal where you could use the free "trial" forever. In the end I really wanted to support the dev though, because it's a great tool for the price tag.
When I'm just looking to bang out a quick recording before an idea escapes me (most of the time), I literally just use a $50 Blue Snowball wired directly into the PC via USB. I never intend for those to be the final versions of my songs, but sometimes I just kind of fall in love with random happy accidents and can't bring myself to toss out tracks with "real" moments in them. Hence the poor quality on a lot of my stuff.
When I want to record something "for real," I use this six-channel USB mixer, this standalone compressor/gate (I'm a bit old school about that), and some combination of a Shure SM58, an MXL 990 and an MXL991 depending on the situation. I was gifted a pair of Sennheiser HD280 cans many years ago, and they have been my faithful monitoring headphones ever since. When I want to play back what I've recorded so far at unreasonable volumes, which I consider a mandatory part of the process, I use the time-honored pair of Dayton B652 bookshelf speakers with a Lepai LP-2020A digital amplifier.
The only thing I somewhat regret is the mixer. It's fine for what it is, but I wish I'd spent a little more money on something that had more channels and enough juice to support the unpowered speakers I use for live performances. Other than that, my setup won't hold a candle to a $5000 or $10,000 rig, but it gets the job done and it's something I'm proud to have built one piece at a time. I paid for all of it using money I've made on gigs at local bars and coffee shops over the years, so it has some sentimental value as well. One day when I have the money for a serious upgrade, I hope I get the chance to pass this stuff down to a random kid who's just getting started and make his fucking year. :)
I hope I'm posting this in the right place.
I'm looking for a low-end solution for recording vocals, connected to a PC.
I have absolutely no experience whatsoever with audio hardware. My wife loves to sing - and though I am of course biased, I think she's pretty good at it - and so I want to get her a gift of some recording equipment.
I'm not looking for anything high-end; I'd like for it to be "decent", but it doesn't have to be professional level hardware. I'd like to be able to get everything for somewhere between $300-400 if possible. So, specifically, I'm looking for...
I assume there might need to be an amp in there somewhere? I don't know, I don't know anything about this stuff.
Would anyone please be willing to give me some recommendations on parts, and what specifically I will need? Thank you.
Edit: Okay, what about this?
AT-2020 Mic
Scarlett Solo USB Interface
Mic Stand
Pop Filter
XLR Cable
Seinnheser HD280 Headphones
$100 is actually a perfectly respectable budget to get decent sound.
What kind of in-ears do you have? Because some cheap Advanced Model 3 for $39 with Comply P-series foam (what I currently use waiting for my upgrade to arrive) are basically 30+ dBa earplugs.
Someone also recently mentioned the https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD280PRO-Headphone-new-model/dp/B00IT0IHOY for over the ears with 32 dBa passive noise isolation. Noise canceling won't do great at blocking percussive sounds, they do better with predictable noise like the drone of an engine. Passive noise isolation works for everything.
Sennheiser HD280PRO Headphone (new model) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IT0IHOY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_3sX2DbN1KQN9X
Just a quick correction if I may...the HD280's are $70 more. The link previously provided was for Amazon.com not Amazon.ca.
Cheers.
https://www.amazon.ca/Sennheiser-HD-280-PRO-Headphone/dp/B00IT0IHOY/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1481733276&amp;sr=8-2&amp;keywords=Sennheiser+HD+280
https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00IT0IHOY/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_dp_ss_1/166-6192451-6397853?pf_rd_m=A3DWYIK6Y9EEQB&amp;pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe&amp;pf_rd_r=2QQ6JRMKQMA3AN62EQS9&amp;pf_rd_t=201&amp;pf_rd_p=1977604502&amp;pf_rd_i=B000065BPB
I've got these ones they are fantastic, and have good sound isolation.
So, I took a look - and what I noticed is that a lot of the ~$200 merchants have less than 1k feedback or around that. In other words - not exactly power sellers that have been doing this a long time. In my experience, ~2% leave feedback for the merchants. So - we can deduce that they likely have less than 10k sales. All that to say - they just don't know what they are doing or they are using pricing software incorrectly.
HOWEVER - there's another thing happens a lot. And this happens in categories outside of books just as often. A lot of 3rd party merchants will sell on multiple websites at the same time. eBay, walmart, newegg, etc. And if an item sales on one website, they update their inventory across all the sites. All that to say - they could be using blanket pricing strategies that are tailored to other sites that profit more. So - I imagine - these $200 are more likely to be pricing for some other website - and it just looks like they are stupid when you only look at their Amazon listing. However, they might be the cheapest on - say - Newegg.
Disclaimer: (can't remember if I mentioned this) I've been selling online on multiple sites for just over a year - I'm not an expert or by any means have it all figured out. I just happen to know a good bit about this specific topic. I'm at just over 10k sales myself and hopefully lots more to come!
Final side note - as an audio engineer myself - I love the Sennheiser HD280 Pro. Not as feature rich as the one you just showed me, but great bang for buck in regards to audio quality and durability. Many of my fellow audio engineers swear by this model as well.
Sorry for the long reply. :)
Sennheiser HD280PRO Headphone (new model) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IT0IHOY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_jTQaBbG950YZ1
At your price point, check out the Grado Prestige Series SR80 headphones. I've had a pair of SR60's for over 20 years, they sound great.
USB headsets will not use your sound card, they do their own processing.
Are you looking for a headset with a mic, or just a pair of good headphones?
I would personally recommend the Audio Technica ATH-AD700X for gaming. I'm currently using these Grados for gaming and music, and absolutely love them - more for music, but I've actually enjoyed them for gaming as well.
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Here are some options that match your Description:
Grado SR80e price: $100 - Close Match
Audiux Premium 3D price: $100 - Full Match
Monolith M600 price: $123 - Full Match
SIVGA SV004 price: $94 - Full Match
Monolith M300 price: $127 - Close Match
Bose QuietComfort 25 price: $130 - Full Match
Philips SHP9500 price: $80 - Full Match
Grado SR60e price: $80 - Close Match
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https://www.amazon.com/Grado-SR80e-Prestige-Series-Headphones/dp/B00L1LXOWS
These Grado are probably the best for your money https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00L1LXOWS?psc=1
For home use only (or on-the-go if you're brave, these all leak sound):
Sennheiser HD558
Sennheiser HD518
AKG K240
Audio-Technica ATH-AD500X
Grado SR80e
For both at home or on the go:
Shure SRH440 *
V-Moda Crossface M80
Sennheiser Momentum on-ear
Sony MDRV6 *
have longer cables.
It's not so much a durability thing but a usability thing. You won't to hear everything going you in the subway while listening to music, and the people around you don't want to hear your music either. So that is why I recommend open headphones for home-use only, and closed back if you need pair for both applications.
For the most these headphones are easy to drive, and you should be able to power them straight out of your phone or computer.
I highly suggest reading reviews for all of these as they are very different from each other. My personal* picks for each application:
At home:
Grado Sr80e
Both:
Sennheiser momentum
Also check out /r/headphones and head-fi.org, both are great resources.
They're open too right? Meaning you can still hear your surroundings if you want? Like Grado?
http://www.amazon.com/Grado-Prestige-Series-SR80e-Headphones/dp/B00L1LXOWS/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1404630957&amp;sr=1-2
If you want an open headphone try the Grado SR80e. They were my gateway into good sound. They are not exactly neutral headphones but they give out great pleasing sound that makes you enjoy your music even more.
$99 USD
https://www.amazon.com/Grado-SR80e-Prestige-Series-Headphones/dp/B00L1LXOWS/ref=pd_sim_23_7?_encoding=UTF8&amp;pd_rd_i=B00L1LXOWS&amp;pd_rd_r=H2WV79P71HS3V74QNDE8&amp;pd_rd_w=Pvqbg&amp;pd_rd_wg=R7f3y&amp;psc=1&amp;refRID=H2WV79P71HS3V74QNDE8
Nah no need to buy something that expensive, unless you really want to.
Some budget, but still effective options:
-AD500x;
-AD700x;
-AKG K240;
-Samson SR850;
-Grado SR80E
as an audiophile I can recommend for in home usage under $100
Grado SR80e
https://www.amazon.com/Grado-SR80e-Prestige-Series-Headphones/dp/B00L1LXOWS/r
SR80e is probably the best headphone you can get for $100. they're designed to be used for home but they're not ridiculous large that you could also use it for travel
Before I ask what heaphones I should buy I was wondering how I should go about buying my first quality headphone(s). Do you think it's better to buy some expensive $200 headphone or buy entry level headphones to play around with at first? I really like the idea of buying two $100 headphones, one open and one closed.
Onto the Purchase advice!
Budget \ I have a max budget of $204. I can't spend a dollar more unless I want to be waiting another week to get more money but I don't want to wait. I want to experience my music man!
Source \ Mainly my laptop but also my phone from time to time.
Requirements for Isolation \ I really want to buy some closed headphones and open headphones. For the closed headphones I really don't care that much as long as people nearby can't hear my music. With open headphones, isolation is pretty much out the door.
Preferred Type of Headphone \ Full sized or on ear!
Preferred tonal balance \ I have no idea what I want yet so I'm open to everything but I very much believe in quality over quantity so I'm for sure not a basshead. I want some bass there because I listen to electronic music and hip hop ( I listen to a lot of different genres though, this was just an example) but I don't need a subwoofer on my ears.
Past headphones \ These shitty $40 audio technica ath-m20's. Awful headphones but pretty light,comfy, and have withstood a lot of abuse so I am pretty confident in audio technicas build quality. Amazon Link
Preferred Music \ Electronic Music, Hip Hop, Rock, Classic Rock, Blues, Soul, Jazz
I listen to a variety of music and in some genres I want a bit more bass for the punch so I was thinking of getting closed headphones for music like Electronic and hip hop and then open headphones for some other music that is more acoustic.
That has lead me to these two headphones and I would like your opinion:
Grado sr80e & Audio-Technica ATH-M40x
Let me know what ya think.
[german amazon has the sr-80e for 139€] (https://www.amazon.de/GRADO-SR80e-SR-80e-Kopfh%C3%B6rer-Prestige/dp/B00L1LXOWS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1491813686&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=grado)
The UK amazon has them for 89 GBP which is like 104€ ... which seems like a decent price!
Right now running on Grado Sr80i's (model older than these ones)
They were reviewed as by far the best headphones under 100 bucks when I bought them.
Pros:
Very good sound without distortions, they compare to headphones 300usd+
Very good soundstage (amount of distance away sound can appear as coming from - the mroe the more immersive the sound is)
Very comfortable
Cons:
They are open, having open headphones with good sound is easier to do but open headphones leak sound out and you can hear outside noises easier, should not be a problem if staying indoors
Have to be careful with twisting cables, I have had mine for years and have no probs but the base of the cups where cables get connected is fragile and you tend to twist cables when putting them on/off
I've had hair go into them a couple times (from my sideburns lol) - can be annoying, usually fixed by blowing a little.
EDIT:
Check out the series by tech syndicate on choosing headphones and microphone
You might want to go for something like Grado's
http://www.amazon.com/Grado-Prestige-Series-SR80e-Headphones/dp/B00L1LXOWS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1421556700&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=grado+headphones
On ear with foam lets a lot of outside noise in, plus they look sweet. I liked the older line better, they were cheaper, but the E series doesn't look bad.
Hm, I can't speak to that mic as I've no experience with it. Personally, if it works and it's not outrageously priced I'm a fan of it!
As for headphones I'm a big fan of these 280s I have, great value for the price. I rotate between the 280s, these AKG k240s which are another great headphone for their price, these Grado SR80e for some music. Once upon I time I read a ton about entry level audiophile headphones and those were on a few lists. Bought them and have enjoyed them over the years.
I have more expensive headphones and audio set up but honestly after years of listening it's been an experience of diminishing returns for me so I really do praise lower-priced, great sounding headphones.
HD558, HD518, DT770, used K550, on ear SR-80e, K240.
At this time of year keep an eye on eBay for anything that would normally be outside of your budget. Also try posting in the /r/headphones daily advice thread too.
Probably these headphones
I'd like to spend $50-$120. I want the best Pink Floyd experience my ears can encounter at this pricepoint. Undecided between open or closed (recommendations?)
Here's what I've encountered as good recommendations so far, I would like a few more opinions before I decide.
AKG K 240 Semi-Open Studio Headphones ($64)
http://www.amazon.com/AKG-240-Semi-Open-Studio-Headphones/dp/B0001ARCFA/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top?ie=UTF8
Samson SR850 Professional Studio Reference Headphones ($49)
http://www.amazon.com/Samson-SR850-Professional-Reference-Headphones/dp/B002LBSEQS/ref=pd_sim_267_6?ie=UTF8&amp;dpID=41MAEcppkgL&amp;dpSrc=sims&amp;preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&amp;refRID=077JA8BCA2KMFAEVHVE1
Grado SR60e Headphones ($79)
http://www.amazon.com/Grado-SR60e-Headphones/dp/B00KYTNU9U/ref=lp_2529509011_1_1?srs=2529509011&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1454022868&amp;sr=8-1
Headphones recommendations for the ultimate Dark Side Of The Moon experience (Vinyl)?
I haven't heard of Grado, but I see they are recommended often. I'm not very clear the difference between the SR60e and the SR80e (or other models).
I'm fine with getting something of high impedance, I'm just not clear what the benefits of a high impedance is.
Grado Prestige Series SR80e Headphones ($99)
http://www.amazon.com/Grado-Prestige-Series-SR80e-Headphones/dp/B00L1LXOWS/ref=lp_2529509011_1_2?srs=2529509011&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1454022635&amp;sr=8-2
Budget - £100 Hard Limit
Source - My computer, asrock z97 pro4 onboad audiocard. I'll probably buy a better one soon, also, I'm not looking to buy an amp.
Requirements for Isolation - Little, I'm only going to be using these at home but I don't mind if there's none, or a lot.
Will you be using these Headphones in Public? - Not likely.
Preferred Type of Headphone - I would like on or over ear. I really want to try open back too.
Preferred tonal balance - Ideally I'd like a balanced set of Headphones but I'd like a fair bit of bass.
Past headphones - Nothing worth noting. Just some Sony, HTC and Apple IEMs.
Preferred Music - A lot of Rock, Post-Hardcore, Music with a lot of Screaming, Metal, Hip-Hop, a bit of Chiptune and music like Crystal Castles, You Love Her Coz She's Dead and Kap Bambino
What would you like to improve on from your set-up - I'm not sure where I'm going after this, this is my first step into better headphones and potential audiophile territory. I will use the pair of headphones recommended to figure out what I will look for next.
I've already done a bit of research and have found a few sets of headphones that I am interested in but I lack the knowledge of if they're good or not.
Grado SR80e - From what I've heard, these headphones are very well received and liked but lack good bass which concerns me. I also LOVE the look of these headphones, they are probably my favourite.
AKG K240 MKII -
These headphones are my second favourite however, I'm concerned that I may need an amp to make these work to their full potential. I was also looking at the regular 240s but heard these were an upgrade.
Finally, the AKG K271 MKII - As with the K240s I've heard a lot of glowing reviews on these pair but I'm worried that I require an amp. I also really love the fact that the two sets of AKGs have detachable wires.
I'm open to recommendations, but if any of the headphones I'm interested in would be good for me then all the better! Sorry if this has been long winded!
like the grado prestige SR80e. Dat soundstage tho.
The USB requirement removes a lot of headphones from consideration. There are a lot of 1/8 inch headphones that will fit your needs.
Have you considered buying a UCA 202 DAC and then plugging traditional headphones into it?
There are a ton of options then.
Sennhesier
Grado
ATH option 1
ATH Option 2
If you insist on USB, I would punt and choose a Turtle Beach of some sort. The tiny little USB DAC could compromise audio quality.
I think it is hard to beat the Grado SR80.
It is a ridiculous value at $99 and exceptional headphones at that price point. Diminishing returns kicks in pretty heavily after listening to music through these headphones. Along with that, they carry a semi-vintage style that should work with any type of prep/trad outfits.
From the sound of the post, you seem far more interested in the appearance than the function. These headphones are excellent and look the part. Are there better headphones? Yes, but you'll pay for it and you probably won't get the same aesthetic.
Grado has a "reference" series where the headphones have mahogany. They cost 7 times as much and they don't sound 7 times better. They also have the GS1000E which is a fantastic headphone and has much bolder wooden accents. It also costs about $1000 and I don't feel it is worth it unless you are listening to analog and/or lossless music through extremely high end equipment. You'll hear how crappy the quality is between an mp3 or a lossless format.
To list some non-Grado options that would fit the aesthetic a bit...
If you want to use them on the go youd need to be looking at closed headphones so sound does not leak out (the ones you have named are both open, and therefore will let sound in and out).
If you are looking to use a mic as well you either need a set that have an inbuilt mic on the cable or buy something like the Vmoda boom pro (so the headphones will need a detachable cable)
Audio Technica make a good few models for you to check out, M40x, M50x and MSR7
Other then those, Shure 840, various beyerdynamic's, and on the cheap side Brainwavz HM5 and HM9.
As you have a lot of options the best thing would be to buy potential headphones from somewhere with a good returns policy and trial them, or go to a store that has a good selection for you to listen to.
The Mod Team decided to place a more structured post on Black Friday deals. A lot of people are already invested in this thread so I will just sticky this here. Deals at some of the major retailers are likely to come and go often so it will be impossible to have this be fully accurate 100% of the time. If you have any deals you want to see in this sticky post feels free to message me(I WILL miss plenty of deals), otherwise you are still free to post below of course. Lastly, these are just good deals off of MSRP and I will generally post regardless of whatever personal thoughts I have on X, Y, or Z product. I will shortly add a few more categories beyond speakers.
Speakers:
Pioneer BS22 for $58 at Frys if you have a coupon code
Sony SSCS5 for $73 a PAIR on Amazon
Klipsch R-14M for $99 a PAIR on Amazon, Klipsch R-15M for $125 a PAIR on Amazon and Best Buy
Jamo C-103 for $129 a PAIR at Amazon KILLER Deal
Fluance Signature Series Bookshelf for $150 a PAIR on Amazon and Fluance. Keep watch for $99.
JBL LSR305 for $99 EACH on Amazon. At BH Photo same price but free isolation pads and no taxes outside of New York!
ELAC Debut B4 for $130 a PAIR on Amazon and ELAC B6 for $200 a PAIR on Amazon
Kef Q100 for $250 a PAIR from KefDirect
ELAC UB5 for $350 a PAIR on Amazon
Monolith K-BAS $180 EACH from Monoprice
Focal Super Bird for $250 a PAIR (BOGO) on Accessories4Les
Ascend Acoustics CBM-170SE for $330 a PAIR from Ascend and CMT-340SE for $548 a PAIR from Ascend
HSU CCB-8 Coaxial Speakers starting at $420 EACH or $764 a PAIR from HSU Research
JBL Studio 590 for $475 EACH direct from Harman Ebay. KILLER deal on these towers.
KEF LS50 for $999 a PAIR on Amazon and KEF Direct
Subwoofers:
BIC Acoustech PL-200 II for $250 from Amazon
SVS SB12-NSD for $400 from SVS Sound
SVS PB12-NSD for $500 from SVS Sound
Rythmik L12 for $509 from Ascend Acoustics and Rythmik Audio
HSU VTF-2 MK5 for $574 from HSU Research
Receivers/Amplifiers:
Sony STRDH130 Stereo Receiver for $85 on Amazon and Newegg
Denon AVR-S530BT refurb for $150 from Accessories4Less. Cheapest HDR-ready receiver you'll find out there.
Really you should check Accessories4Less.com if you're fine with good deals on Refurbished equipment.
Source Devices:
HIFIMAN MegaMini High-Res Music Player for $99 from HifiMan
Audio Technica LP-120 Turntable for $229 on Amazon
Headphones:
Audio Technica MSR7 for $150 on Amazon
HifiMan HE400i for $219 from HifiMan
Monolith M560 for $150 from Monoprice and Monolith M1060 for $250 from Monoprice
Sites to Look At Outside of the typical Walmart, Best Buy, and Amazon here are some sites worth checking out for Black Friday deals:
RBH.com (Specifically their sales page is a bit of a goldmine)
Monoprice.com
KEFdirect.com (if you want to “evade” sales tax and check out the whole lineup)
Accessories4Less.com
AcousticSoundDesign.com (Website ain’t the nicest but some great packages)
Budget - Looking between 200-300 USD but its not a hard number. If there is a set thats beyond next level for 350 I would spend the extra
Source - Mostly a desktop setup. Going to be using a DAC/amp, modi magni combo
Requirements for Isolation - Dont really want any noise leakage so it is most likely going to have to be closed back. Dont have to be noise cancelling but dont really want any ambient noise coming in or bleeding out
Preferred Type of Headphone - I have a massive melon so I feel its going to have to be a large set of over ear.
Preferred tonal balance - A nice overall balanced sound would be nice. Some slightly pronounced bass but nothing too punchy.
Past headphones - Havent really owned a sweet set of cans. I have a pair of AKG K181 for DJing but nothing serious
Preferred Music - Little bit of everything. Dont need absurd bass but I do want to have some clear mids and highs. Something universal for all
What would you like to improve on from your set-up - Its just a gaming headset now, so anything really is an improvement. Switching to a mic setup that I want to pair with a great sounding headset to hear things like I have never heard them before
Location - I do live in Canada but most products will be purchasable here. Getting most items isnt a problem.
A couple sets I have been looking at are:
Focal Listen
Audio-Technica ATH-MSR7BK
V-Moda Crossfade M-100
I would like to hear input about what the more seasoned audiophiles think of my choices or other suggestions I havent considered. All input is appreciated :)
There is this sale: https://www.amazon.ca/Audio-Technica-ATH-MSR7BK-High-Resolution-Audio-Headphones/dp/B00PEU9CFA/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1511050774&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=msr7
Budget: Up to £175
Source: Desktop PC (may get an amp later but not now) and possibly my phone (OnePlus 3)
Requirements for Isolation: I'll be using them at home mainly, but it can be noisy so I want pretty good isolation and have been looking at closed back headphones almost exclusively
Will you be using these Headphones in Public?: Occasionally
Preferred Type of Headphone: Over-ear
Preferred tonal balance: Wanting a fairly balanced sound, a little bit of a V signature
Past headphones: Nothing of any note, everything sounded 'good enough'
Preferred Music: Mostly electronic with some pop mostly. I'd also be using these for gaming but don't want the sound signatures or gimmicks associated with gaming headsets
What would you like to improve: Clearer, more detailed sound and generally a more balanced signature
Location: GB
I've already done some of my own research and have found several pairs that seem to offer what I am looking for: Audio-Technica ATH-MSR7BK, Sennheiser HD 598CS (cursing myself for missing these when the were £90) and the Sennheiser Momentum 2.0 (the iOS variant as they're within budget, don't know how well they'll play with my Android phone however). Having trouble deciding between these, though I am open to any other suggestions of course. I did consider the Audio Technica M50X's as I've heard many good things about them but wanted a (and I know this is subjective) good looking pair of headphones.
Thanks! :)
If you like crisp clean sound, I recommend the MSR7, it's one of the most clean sounding closed headphones i've ever heard.
https://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-MSR7BK-SonicPro-High-Resolution-Headphones/dp/B00PEU9CFA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1487201539&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=msr7
What is your budget: 200 € that should include any potential Amp/Dac needed to run the cans
Source: pretty old Desktop PC. Integrated Realtek HD Onboard sound. Have a soundblaster. I don't know if it works properly though. Maybe I'll hook them to a PS4 too every now and then.
Isolation: Don't need to be totally isolated from exterior world. I'll use these mainly at night. Sadly I think I have to
dismiss open or semiopen cans because my wife will be at a 2-3 meters from me, sleeping. Maybe in the future can look into some open cans
for daytime use.
Used in Public? No, home office, interior only
Preferred type of headphone: Full size, circumaural.
Preferred tonal balance: I don't really know, and I'll explain. These will be my workhorse. I'll use them to play
music while working (work at home as an illustrator), skype with clients, discord with friends (I'll be buying the AntLion Modmic)
edit videos (not music videos though), Films, Youtube, Playing games...
So I guess they have to be a bit allrounder. That means neutral? Can't really tell, this will be my first pair of
"good" headphones, or the first pair I've done research instead of picking the first cans I saw on the shelf.
Past headphones: An assortment of cheap headphones and a couple gaming sets (don't even recall the names).
The ones I have now are a pair of Philips SHP2000. You can tell almost anything will be an improvement.
Preferred Music: I listen to almost everything, from classical to hip hop. Jazz, Blues, Rock, Metal, Folk. It really depends on my mood.
So not much help here either to go for a defined tonal balance I'm afraid.
Location: Spain, I have access to Amazon.es, Ebay, etc. Don't know much of this world so couldn't tell any place audio specific.
What would you like from your headphones? As I said I want them to be a bit of allrounder. I want to clearly hear the voices when I'm
voice chatting, Clear sound when playing music and Good sound when gaming. And since I'll be wearing them several hours a day, they should be comfortable.
I have an average (towards big because of hair) head and average ears but I do wear glasse so maybe that's a concern if the grip is too tigh.
I know all this "requirements" mean they won't be the best at anything but I'm not an audiophile either....yet, I guess.
I've been researching a lot of reviews, videos, forums and I've seen a lot of recomendations, and situations similar to mine.
So I thought asking here with the template would help me to nitpickc and better tailor the buy for me, since I'm spending that much (for me anyway, I know this hobby can go pretty crazy pretty fast).
In fact in my initial research I wanted to spend max 200€ inclusing the modmic (so that left 130-150 for the headphones) but looking and researching had me raising the dough destined to the cans by a bit everytime
just in case "this new ones they recommend maybe are much better".
I have a list of what I found after a lot of research. I don't even know if any of those will be any good for my situation. There are two "leagues" of cans there as you'll see,
but those really cheap ones I included because I see them recommended a lot as "sound as headphones double or triple their price". Maybe that's BS but... maybe not and I can save me some money
The ones over 200€ I might consider them if they are really, REALLY much, much, much better than any of the other options.
Since going over 200 would have me waiting a bit more to get the cash.
Here's what I have:
Of course this is only a list of what I've found during my research, but feel free to recommend me anything you feel can be better for me even if not on the list.
Thank you very much.
Budget - $200 hard limit (USA)
Source - PC
Requirements for Isolation - Yes, from the research I've done closed-back headphones are good for this?
Will you be using these Headphones in Public? No
Preferred Type of Headphone - Full-sized (circumaural?)
Preferred tonal balance - I think I want some headphones that are more toward the bass side but not too heavy. I play a few shooters (RS2Vietnam, BF1, CSGO, ARMA 3) and I think the music I listen to is on the mid-low side. Sorry if this sounds vague I just discovered this subreddit a few days ago.
Past headphones - Right now i'm rockin some $10 earbuds from Wal-Mart, not sure of the brand but its all-white i'm assuming Apple?
Preferred Music - I will mostly be using this for gaming and watching shows/movies/anime >90% of the time, but for the music I will be listening to, some R&B, Hip hop, lofi hip hop, Deep House, Flume, ODESZA, Chet Faker, Big House EDM, The Strokes, Arctic Monkeys, Franz Ferdinand, Weezer, Tokyo Police Club, Coconut Records
What would you like to improve on from your set-up - Better sound quality and some comfort. I would prefer it if they were compatible with a BoomPro mic, but it is not a requirement.
I did some looking and I came upon these pairs as possible headphones that might be good for what i'm looking for. The first two are what i'm leaning towards and the rest are in no specific order.
1.) Beyerdynamic Custom One Pro Plus ($172.33) - https://www.amazon.com/beyerdynamic-Custom-Headphones-Accessory-Microphone/dp/B00PK2LJ4E
2.) Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro 80 ohm ($179.00) - https://www.amazon.com/beyerdynamic-770-Pro-Studio-Headphones/dp/B0016MNAAI/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1497743335&amp;sr=8-2&amp;keywords=dt770
3.) AKG 550 ($139.95) - https://www.amazon.com/AKG-K550-Closed-Back-Reference-Headphones/dp/B005CNR7B0/ref=sr_1_1?s=aht&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1497744145&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=k550
4.) Audio-Technica MSR7BK ($193.99) - https://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-MSR7BK-SonicPro-High-Resolution-Headphones/dp/B00PEU9CFA
5.) Shure SRH840 ($179.00) - https://www.amazon.com/Shure-SRH840-Professional-Monitoring-Earphones/dp/B002DP8IEK/
6.) Fostex T50RP MK3 ($154.90) - https://www.amazon.com/Fostex-Professional-Studio-Headphones-Semi-Open/dp/B0167XM092
7.) Audio-Technica M40x ($79.00) - https://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-M40x-Professional-Monitor-Headphones/dp/B00HVLUR54/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1497704658&amp;sr=8-3&amp;keywords=m40x
Are these headphones appropriate for what i'm looking for? If not may I get a suggestion for what you think would be better? Also, what YouTube channels should I watch for reviews and to learn more about headphones in general? The only one I've watched so far is ZReviews.
For my last question, I am considering buying a soundcard (the Xonar DGX) with these headphones, is it enough to power the DT770 model i'm looking at?
Sorry for the wall of text, I was trying to be as detailed as I could with my limited knowledge. Thank you for reading this and your time!
Several good options on Amazon DE - there is a button to change language to english on the website.
Before we go into the options. Soundstage and imagining can help you determine where a gunshot or footsteps come from in an FPS for instance, or if there is something behind you in an RPG(Skyrim, Fallout(a mix of rpg and shooter) and in MMORPGs you can hear if the boss drops shit behind you. This is primarily regarding gaming, getting into how soundstage and imagine works in music would be too long to explain. But this is the basics.
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Open back: Better soundstage and Imaging - Mostly good for FPS games(but you can hear people in the room around you)
AKG K712 - I used to both listen to music and game with these, and they are a good value
Beyerdynamic DT 880 - I use this one for all genres, though it might be too analytical for you
Audio Technica ATH-AD700x - These are absolutely amazing for FPS games, but you might find them a bit boring in the music department coming from the A40s
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Closed back : These close you off from the outside world, imaging isn't as good, but you won't hear people around you as much IRL
Beyerdynamic Custon One Pro - They have a rather bass heavy sound signature, but the highs are clear and can be useful(depending on the game you play.
Sennheiser Momentum 2 Over-Ear(cabled version) - They aren't the best for shooters, but all other kinds of games they can do just fine. They are 56% off right now.
Audio Technica ATH-MSR7BK - These are highly regarded for gaming and are also an amazing all rounder for music
Audio Technica ATH-A700x - These are the closed back version of the AD700x they are good for gaming and a good all rounder, because of their closed back they have a warmer sound than the AD700x which is rather cold.
X2 HRs are $179 currently on Amazon.
Same as the vanilla X2s, just with a slightly different finish and slightly different earpads.
https://www.reddit.com/r/headphones/comments/6p6w75/like_father_like_son_philips_fidelio_x2_vs/
Thinking about grabbing a pair to retire my SHP9500s myself.
It’s definitely sold as “New” because I’ve received the promotion codes for the free games which are offered with the purchase of a new RTX GPU. I’ve never heard of Amazon selling used//refurbished items on their main website (warehouse returns are listed as such with a condition rating here in the UK:- https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/offer-listing/B01N5VHLUG/ref=dp_olp_used?ie=UTF8&amp;condition=used).
Amazon offer 30 day returns on pretty much everything to my knowledge.
So, would you definitely say it’s a refurbished unit?
I mean, you could argue.
~$290 for a pair of open back headphones is pretty high. Are they measurably or noticeably better than this or this?
Audio-Technica is a respected brand, that doesn't mean they don't leverage that brand as a way to rip people off.
Amazon UK
£141£105£70£35£200£120£330£215 (£205 w/ subscribe trick)For EU people outside UK it should be cheaper on amazon.de (119e at time of posting).
Honestly, you're better off asking /r/headphones. I'm definitely not an expert on this topic, but I'll help however I can.
Let's start by referring to the frequency response chart for the M50x (top left corner). The "in-your-face" range for male vocals to cut through the mix occurs around 5 kHz, which are at -25 dB. No wonder vocals sound overpowered. For comparison, here is the same chart for another closed back, over ear headphone, the Oppo PM-3. Like most headphones of this type, they also have a decline from 2 kHz to 5 kHz, but they're only at -15 dB around 5 kHz. As a result, vocals cut through much better. I own these headphones and I think they still sound like the vocalist is standing a couple inches too far away from the mic. If I'm using an EQ, I add a +3 dB boost to get them to where I like. Hopefully that helps contextualize just how bad I personally think the M50x is for guitar based music with vocals.
As far as recommendations go, it really depends on your budget and sound signature preference besides allowing vocals to cut through the guitars. I'm assuming you'll want another closed back headphone and to stay somewhat close to the price range of the M50x. At $400, the PM-3 is a bit pricey and a bit too boring for metalcore. You might like the Fostex T40RP for $140, but they're pretty hard to drive with just your phone or computer, and the sub-bass drop off is noticeable if you A/B with another headphone. The NAD Viso HP50 retails for $250 and has gotten pretty good reviews, as did the Audio-Technica ATH-MSR7 which usually goes for $180-200 on Amazon. I have not listened to either of these headphones myself, as I tend to gravitate toward open headphones, but based on my research I would start with those. I highly recommend checking out /r/headphones' daily purchase advice thread to get thoughts from people who've actually tried these headphones or have other suggestions.
/r/Headphones will be instrumental to your search.
That being said, I would recommend any of the following:
But outside AT, take a look at:
Budget - ~300, Flexible
Source - Galaxy S6, Desktop PC, or Mpow Bluetooth v4.1 Receiver
Requirements for Isolation - More Isolation. I plan to use these in my office and in public
Preferred Type of Headphone - Over-ear/ full sized
Preferred tonal balance - I prefer a more natural balance, maybe some emphasized bass and mids, but nothing crazy. Just some cans that are a pure joy to listen to.
Past headphones - Sennheiser earbuds (old, and not sure which model), Sony Gold Playstation headset
Preferred Music - A pretty wide range, mostly acoustic and alternative (Lewis Watson, Cody Fry, John Mayer). Classic rock (Queen) and more modern rock (Thirty Seconds to Mars, Pierce the Veil). Piano centered classical (Ludovico Einaudi). A bit of EDM/ Pop/ House music (DJ Snake, Kygo, Lauv). Some hip-hop/ rap (Run the Jewels)
What would you like to improve on from your set-up - For my next set I'm really looking for a pair of closed backs that are a joy to listen to for hours, with the best sound stage and positioning (I'd like to use these for gaming as well). I know that's difficult for closed backs obviously, but I have come up with some potential choices:
I'm very unsure though, and I'd love to hear your comments and recommendations. Also, a detachable cable is preferred but not required (I wouldn't mind modding the 770s if that ends up being my choice).
Thanks!
http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B00PEU9CFA/ref=dp_olp_refurbished?ie=UTF8&amp;condition=refurbished
or
http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B00PEU9CFA/ref=dp_olp_used?ie=UTF8&amp;condition=used
In my opinion
I just upgraded from my 50x's and they are pretty amazing.
You could get a used audio technica msr7 for around 110 euro+shipping
https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/offer-listing/B00PEU9CFA
I personally wouldn't recomend the senn hd4.50 unless you really need a wireless headset and even then I think the mee audio matrix cenima sounds better.
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So I can safely order this https://www.amazon.fr/gp/aw/d/B00PEU9CFA/ref=ox_sc_act_image_1?smid=A1X6FK5RDHNB96&amp;psc=1
Without paying anything else except for delivery?
I work in an open office environment and I use a pair of Bose AE2 headphones. They don't cancel that much noise but they are really light and I don't really notice them when I am working. If you really need the noise cancellation you should look at the Bose QC25/QC35. The ear pads are just as comfortable as the AE2 but they are a bit heavier so you might notice the weight when you turn your head.
I bought mine at amazon.es for 290 euro. Took them 2 days to arrive to Belgium.
https://www.amazon.es/Bose-QuietComfort-Auriculares-inal%C3%A1mbricos-reducci%C3%B3n/dp/B01E3SNO1G/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1485787196&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=bose+quietcomfort+35
Currently I have a bit of a situation. The headphones I currently have (Vmoda) are seriously hurting my head (and ears) and I definitely need more comfortable headphones. On top of that I'd like to have some that help keep noise out while I sleep since I work the graveyard shift and sleep during the day but the house can get quite rowdy so i'd like for them to be noise cancelling. I went to best buy and tried out the Bose Quietcomfort 35 wireless headphones noise cancelling black and they felt great on my head but were fairly expensive. I just wanted to see if there were other options comparable to them before I take the plunge.
-Budget - $300 but a little flexible
-Source - Gaming Computer
-Requirements for Isolation - I would like noise cancelling headphones
-Will you be using these Headphones in Public? Probably just at home on gaming computer
-Preferred Type of Headphone - On ear preferred
-Preferred tonal balance - Smooth Midrange, surround sound.
-Past headphones - Vmoda I have no idea what type these headphones are but they are seriously hurting my head/ears. Too tight no matter how I adjust them. I hate them so much
-Preferred Music - Rock
-What would you like to improve on from your set-up - Better comfort, surround sound, noise cancelling.
Get a pair of noise-cancellation headphones. You'll be suprised how much they help.
https://www.amazon.com/Bose-QuietComfort-Wireless-Headphones-Cancelling/dp/B01E3SNO1G
For no-compromise active noise cancelling headphones, the Bose QuietComfort 35 are unmatched. They don't block out all sounds, but they block out all ambient noise. I find it a lot easier to study with these on.
https://www.amazon.com/Bose-QuietComfort-Wireless-Headphones-Black/dp/B01E3SNO1G/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1472692691&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=quietcomfort
This is what I use on Xbox and I feel like I've had a significant advantage from day one... Sunk some money into it, but beautiful all around headphones so they aren't just a single purpose:
Bose QC35-I
Bose In-Line Mic Cable (this set up specifically requires the Samsung/Android version of this cable)
Xbox One Controller Stereo Headset Adapter
Best alternative and you can take them anywhere: https://www.amazon.com/Bose-QuietComfort-Wireless-Headphones-Cancelling/dp/B01E3SNO1G/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1491545015&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=bose+noise-cancelling+headphones
How do they compare to https://www.amazon.com/Bose-QuietComfort-Wireless-Headphones-Cancelling/dp/B01E3SNO1G
Kind of late to the party here, but it looks like Bose is advertising 20 hours on the QC35 and 35 on the QC25. https://smile.amazon.com/Bose-QuietComfort-Wireless-Headphones-Cancelling/dp/B01E3SNO1G/ref=dp_ob_title_ce
If you order them directly through Amazon.co.uk, they take them back no questions asked ... even long after the 30 days.
lol that would be pretty sweet. Are these the ones you have? They're pretty pricey but if they last long-term, I don't mind spending on them for future use cause I might need them for med school anyway. https://www.amazon.com/Bose-QuietComfort-Wireless-Headphones-Cancelling/dp/B01E3SNO1G/ref=sr_1_1?s=aht&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1500568707&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=bose+quietcomfort+35
[Bose Quiet Comfort] (https://www.amazon.com/Bose-QuietComfort-Wireless-Headphones-Cancelling/dp/B01E3SNO1G/ref=sr_1_1?s=aht&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1480514113&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=bose+quietcomfort+35)
Get these or these if you can afford them. Both of them are super comfortable and reliable. You said you were in highschool in another comment so the first one should not break the bank. I personally use the first pair for commuting and they are phenomenal.
Thanks for responding. I just looked at both of those, and they look like a good combination.
I did a little checking around a local electronics store and saw the Bose QuietComfort 35 headphones. I tried them out in the store, and they seem to be comfortable.
They're pricier than what you recommended, but I'd be willing to buy them if it would fit my situation. Do you have any experience with Bose headphones, or even this set?
Otherwise, I might go with your suggestion. I'd like them mainly for listening to music, but I also have an electric instrument that I wouldn't mind using them with, and a gaming setup I would use occasionally.
Would these not be exactly what you're looking for, without the additional adapter?
Where are you gonna get them? The cheapest i found was around 300 Euro here : https://www.amazon.de/Bose-QuietComfort-kabellose-Kopfh%C3%B6rer-schwarz/dp/B01E3SNO1G/ref=sr_1_1?s=ce-accessories&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1503400651&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=bose+quietcomfort+35
Very happy with my Note 8. Got the Unlocked from Samsung directly:
Galaxy Note8 64GB (Unlocked)
Added 256GB SD card and this case:
Ztotop Armor Shield Shockproof Rugged Protective Case with Kickstand for Samsung Galaxy Note8 (2017) - Black / Black
Been using this wireless charger at home:
Spigen Essential F300W Qi Wireless Charger Charging Pad with 3 Coils
And these in my vehicles:
iOttie Easy One Touch Wireless Qi Standard Car Mount Charger
The case works with both wireless chargers. I've had the phone for a couple of months and never needed to plug it in to charge. Battery has never gone below 40%, but I have no idea if I am above or below the average when it comes to using it. I use it extensively for reading, taking notes, and listening to music (via Bluetooth headphones). I take occasional pictures, which have come out really nice, and a couple of long videos.
Been very happy with the purchase, since I got $400 off the purchase price as a former Note 7 owner (turned in an old Galaxy S5). Because of that, I don't have contract to worry about, and since it's unlocked, I can switch carriers if I want to.
Thank you!
Indeed I have several questions, did your friends who owns the QC35 updated to the latest firmware?
I see all over internet people who got trouble with their ANC since Firmware 2.5.1
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Here is a mega thread on the Bose forum:
https://community.bose.com/t5/Headphones-Archive/Bose-QC-35-II-firmware-2-5-1-ANC-is-terrible/td-p/116287
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And it seems that a lot of people got problem with the BT: here is a link from the Amazon review
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https://www.amazon.com/Bose-QuietComfort-Wireless-Headphones-Cancelling/product-reviews/B01E3SNO1G/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_viewopt_srt?ie=UTF8&reviewerType=all_reviews&sortBy=recent&pageNumber=1
I got yah covered, get a paid of these: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01E3SNO1G
Follow-up: Have you tried these? -->
https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-PXC-550-Wireless-Cancelling/dp/B01E3XLNA0/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8
I'd prefer them to be wireless.
UK, Amazon, Sennheiser PXC 550, £289 (was £329):
Sennheiser PXC 550 Wireless NoiseGard Adaptive Noise Cancelling, Bluetooth Headphone with Touch Sensitive Control and 30-Hour Battery Life - Black https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B01E3XLNA0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_5OefAbHQWCB4W
Yeah I want some new Bluetooth headphones. Might wait to see if these drop more...
Sennheiser PXC 550 Wireless with ps4 dual shock controllers for mic and audio
I'm looking to buy https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-PXC-550-Wireless-Cancelling/dp/B01E3XLNA0 Will the mic work when connected to the ps4 controller? How to know?
How can they be better than MM-550X? I have bought those twice over the last 4-5 years and those are pure perfection. What is there to improve?
Edit: I have just found a "new gen" of my MMX, this PXC-550. Well I know what I'll buy when my MMX goes away :-)
Edit 2: Do they have built in battery? I really enjoyed having a new charged battery ready to swap with the old one in my MMX.
> These retail for around $350 so this is a pretty good deal in my opinion.
Just FYI, Amazon sells them for $230 brand new and for $170 refurbed. You might have better luck if you drop the price. (I'm not actually interested. Just saw your post.)
Sennheiser has these and these.
Sony has these.
Bang & Olufen has these and these.
Bose has these
Bowers and Wilkins has these.
And they all feature the temple-fold joint, which makes them incredibly compact.
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Sennheiser PXC 550 for $199
The Sennheiser PXC 550 Wireless, the over ear noise cancelling smart headphone contemporary to the XM2 and QC 35 series 1 are being heavily discounted right now on amazon. The new budget alternative from Phillips are also being discounted at a slight better price.
I found this other deal on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-PXC-550-Wireless-Cancelling/dp/B01E3XLNA0/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?keywords=bose+qc35&amp;qid=1573659252&amp;sr=8-6
What do you think?
I love this one but can not find charging dock Bluetooth headphones.
I have an earlier version os these. The photo looks like "C" connector, but not a clue
https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-PXC-550-Wireless-Cancelling/dp/B01E3XLNA0/ref=sr_1_16?crid=24IOLBEL8P1FB&keywords=overtheear+headphones+bluetooth&qid=1574430537&sprefix=overtheear+%2Caps%2C188&sr=8-16
Battery life is a critical aspect to look for.
I posted this over on /r/Parkinsons Best to have the Aware in Care Kit, Medications, and be ready for those emergencies. A friend broke her wrist, once healed did a 200-mile hike in Spain. Back home, tripped and shattered her shoulder! Ouch.
https://www.reddit.com/r/Parkinsons/comments/deljfx/best_outcome_for_hospitalization/
but i think i found a nice deal
Sennheiser PXC 550 Wireless - NoiseGard Adaptive Noise Cancelling, Bluetooth Headphone with Touch Sensitive Control and 30-Hour Battery Life https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01E3XLNA0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_353QDbZM88VQ0
Sennheiser PXC 550s. Noise cancelling and wireless. Also great for the NYC subway.
Here is the mobile version of your link
I tend to agree with /u/Argosy37 here. I personally have a set of IEMs instead, but have some friend that swear by NC headphones.
There's a middle ground for people in the market for headphones with active NC though. Sennheiser's PXC550 have similar noise cancellation with better overall sound quality for about the same price as Bose's QC35 models.
I have recently purchased the AirPods (2nd gen), AirPods Pro, and PXC 550. I am an IT guy and an Apple nerd who listen to podcasts and a wide genre of music, but am not an audiophile by any stretch. I did some comparison reading and reviews on rtings.com as well as other sites before purchasing so I had an idea of the AirPods Pro and Sennhesiser PXC 550 before purchase.
AirPods Pro
To me the AirPods sounded just like their wired version, I couldn't notice a difference. They did hurt my ears (still haven't figured out why as the size comparison between these and the wired versions is near identical - maybe the extra weight). I bought the AirPod Pros for $250 and when I excitedly received them in the mail I stuck them in and they sounded REALLY good! Maybe it's the shape of my inner ear or something but after 10 minutes I could definitely tell they were in my ears. I swapped out tips for all of the various sizes and found the large tips felt the most comfortable but I could still definitely tell there was something in my ears - not like other reviews I have read where folks said they forgot they were in. I found the ANC on these to be fantastic and the control scheme with the "sticks" and setup/usage to be on-par with an Apple product. If you're already in the Apple ecosystem these work wonderfully well when moving between devices (like running with them on my Apple Watch). The portability of these things is a huge selling point as I can fit them in the coin pocket of my jeans! I did however, end up returning them (sadly) though as they made my head feel "muddy" - I can't think of a better word atm, YMMV greatly on this though.
Sennheser PXC 550
Next up, the Senn PXC 550 which I found on Amazon for $180 (as previous commenters have mentioned there's a v2 just released). These are extremely comfortable headphones with amazing battery life. The ANC though is about half as good as the AP Pros, even when turned up to high (it has two levels), I did notice the same "pressurized" feeling as the AirPods Pro - I initially thought it was just the AirPods but now realize it's the ANC at work. I didn't find the AirPods Pro venting to be helpful to me, but I'm just one person. As a glasses wearer I find them to be very comfortable and not press into my temples and I can wear these things for hours. I've tested them with music, podcasts, and phone calls and everything sounds great. I haven't taken them out of my house yet but I suspect walking around with them and traveling would be not nearly as much fun or enjoyable since I can't fit them in my pocket.
Even with the slight bit of pain from the AirPod Pros I am reconsidering purchasing them again - they're that good! I hope this helps with your decision, both of these headphones are great but have different selling points. Let me know if you need more detail on a different aspect of either of these two models.
Budget - $100ish usd, flexible for notable quality increases
Source - Mainly phone/portables, some PC & home theater amp
Requirements for Isolation - Very little, mostly home use
Preferred Type of Headphone - Over ear
Preferred tonal balance - Balanced w/ light bass preference, but kinda a newbie to this arena so unsure
Past headphones - Monoprice 8323, Monoprice 18515, Koss KSC75
Preferred Music - Alt. Rock, Musicals, Electronica, Film Scores, 90s revival & electro swing, Drum n' Bass, 80s New Wave.. kinda all over the map. Some favorites - Orbital, The Orb, Radiohead, Jeff Buckley, Shawn Mullins, Pentatonix, Autechre, Bjork, Danny Elfman, Primus, Nine Inch Nails, Ok Go, Michael Nesmith, Devo, Large piles of Demo Scene mod tracks.. (stopping here before this gets silly-long)
The Story - I've been pondering getting my first set of "real" headphones for a while now. I like the 8323's ok, but I know they are only a stepping stone. The 18515 sound a touch better but just are not comfy for me. All the sales flying around this weekend are getting my trigger finger itchy. Particularly the Philips SHP9500S for $52, the Sennheiser HD 559 on Amazon for $100, and maybe even the Monolith M560 for $150 or Monolith M565C at $183, if planar is really worth it.. or should I be aiming more at the old standbys of the ATH-M40x for $80. So many seeming good options, little ability to test any before dropping cash...
Any advice?
Thanks in advance!
My main headphones recently stopped working properly so I'm looking for a replacement. I would use them for gaming with a priority on immersion, and as I already have a modmic I don't need a headset. I do watch a lot of videos and sometimes films, so them being good for that would be nice as well, but it isn't strictly the priority.
Budget - I'd like to spend no more than £100 but if necessary I'm willing to go a little over.
Source - My computer, a DAC/AMP would be nice but that would likely be outside of my budget.
Requirements for Isolation - Only going to be used at home, I can use some other headphones when quietness is needed.
Preferred Type of Headphone - Full-sized
Preferred tonal balance - I think I'd want balanced?
Past headphones - Well my headphones that just broke were the Creative Aurvana Live! and I'm currently using Koss Porta Pros until I get a replacement. I can't really say what I like about them.
Preferred Music - Lately I've been listening to classical, and I would say it's my favourite, but I do also listen to Rock and occasionally Electronic.
What would you like to improve on from your set-up - Can't honestly say I know, I felt like something was lacking with my old headphones but I don't have the technical knowledge to pinpoint it.
Location - UK, mainly use Amazon Prime for purchases but if I can get it somewhere else for cheaper then I will.
Other - So I spent a fair bit of last night researching this and the headphones that got mentioned a lot were the SHP9500, the Audio Technica AD series, HD558/598 and sometimes the DT770/990.
The annoying thing is, while the SHP9500 are fantastic value over in the US, like $50-70, they're equivalent to $155 here, at least on Amazon. Now, I could get the 990 for about the same price (£109 for 9500, £104 for DT990) but I would have to get a DAC/AMP to power them, which would put it way over my budget, and the SHP9500's have a detachable cable, which sounds fantastic right now. However, I don't want to be spending money on headphones that are worse than others I could get for the same price.
I've seen the 559's but I don't know what the difference between those and the 558's is, but if they're the same, then I could get them for £89.99 from Amazon.
I've heard mixed things about the AD series and the cheapest ones are still expensive for my budget at £119, again on Amazon.
Trying to decide between these is honestly difficult considering that most of the reviewers and resources are from the US and so they're basing the "bang-for-your-buck" value on the prices of the items over there, where they're a lot cheaper. I'm not saying I'd only pick from these, just that they're the headphones that are mentioned the most when trying to find good open-back headphones for gaming on a small budget. If any of you guys can suggest headphones that are just as good, if not better, but at a better price for my region then I'd happily consider them. Thanks.
You could power them with that soundcard, which would be decent.
This would suit you much better with that sound card.
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> Another q about my AOPEN 32HC1QUR. Basically, it was flickering at certain points in a game (to be precise, it was wow and some effects were causing it like crafting which was mildly infuriating). So after a bit of googling I ended up changing V-rate range from "blank" to 57 to 144 Hz and said flickering was gone! I was beyond happy.
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> I was looking at the Sennheiser HD569 and the HD559 and was wondering if it's even worth upgrading for gaming.
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> If so, are the 40€ more for the 569 worth it? I would also need a seperate mic and I don't want to spend TOO much (recommendations for that would be appreciated as well).
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> I have a Xigmatek Vector S 80+ Silver 750W PSU which I have been using since November 2013. From 2014 September to 2015 November it was used maybe a couple months, and since then 3-4 hours during the day and more heavily during the weekends. I use my PC mainly for browsing, watching movies/tv series and gaming. Only on weekends I play games for long hours. I doubt it was used for more than 500W (never OCd my CPU, used a GTX 680, 970 and at the moment using 2070) during its lifespan, it was never pushed to its max 750W power.
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> So with all that being said, and considering the date I bought it and that it is a relatively unknown brand, how long can I expect it to last? So far it has served me well, seen 3 GPU and 2 CPU upgrades, no issues no problems, never skipped a beat. No weird sounds, no heating issues as far as I can tell etc. However, with every pc part I'm worried it'll break after a few years and in this case the part being PSU worries me. Could someone make an educated guess into how long can I expect it to last with the information I've given above?
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> Computer when turned on now goes to a "bios is updating led firmware" screen for roughly 45 minutes. After installing latest bios lastnight it doesnt boot into windows. It goes to the American megathread page i think it is where my only option is to press f1 to go into bios which when exiting restarts and goes back to 45 bios screen so basically in a loop. Can someone offer some advise. Thanks
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> I'm currently looking at getting a new gaming laptop. I'm looking at the dell G5 with the i7-9750H and the 1660ti. It's on sale here in the uk for £1104. Is it worth getting this or trying to get the acer predator helios 300 for £1299 when the i7-9 version comes back to the uk acer store?
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> I've heard the Dell has issues with thermals, a dull screen and performance vastly dropping when off of the power cord and have not heard of these issues with the Helios.
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> Should I buy the Dell now or wait for the helios?
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> IDK if this is the place for this but im desperate. Please help if you can.
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> I have a Ryzen 3600 otw and had a MSI B450 Tomahawk ordered as well, but upon hearing all of the issues with flashing BIOS on MSI boards I cancelled my order and ordered a Gigabyte B450 Aorus Pro instead. I stupidly acted too quickly though, as I didn't even check if the board had BIOS flashback, and now I know it doesn't. It does, however, apparently have something called Q-Flash, which I have no experience with. With this being a fresh build, will I still be able to update the BIOS to be able to use my 3600, or do I need to cancel my order again while I still can? Please help me, it has been a very stressful day for me as far as motherboards are concerned. Thanks in advance.
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> TL;DR - Can I update BIOS on a brand new Gigabyte B450 Aorus Pro Wifi using Q-Flash to make it usable with my Ryzen 3600, or would I need to wait and apply for an AMD Boot Kit or get a different motherboard?
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> Theres a significant delay on the display showing up when using the DVI-D port on my monitor while connected using the HDMI port or the DVI-D port of my Nitro+ RX570. Like I cant see the post boot. Display shows up I'm already on windows desktop.
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> The display res is also grayed out. Going into advance display settings listing all modes, 640x480 is only the option. Wtf is this?
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> However, when I use the VGA port of the monitor, it works just fine.
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I'd probably just get Sennheiser HD 518 headphones and get a somewhat well reviewed mic for $12. Almost always the first thing that breaks on gaming headsets is the mic, or it causes interference or some crap. At least you can replace it this way.
Anything with the word gaming in it is generally overpriced and lower quality than you can usually get for the money. And virtually every head set has the word "gaming" in it.
Looks like the 559s are on sale also https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD-559-Open-Headphone/dp/B01L1IIEKM
Thank you, I think I’m going to go with the 599, do you know if there’s a difference between this and this one?
I don’t know much about headphones - esp for gaming but a Topping MX3 or SMSL AD18 are Dac/amp/headphones amp Combos with Bluetooth
MX3 has stronger headphone amp, AD18 stronger speaker amp
https://www.amazon.com/Multifunction-Bluetooth-Headphone-Amplifier-Amplifiers/dp/B07TX8J2GX
https://www.amazon.com/S-M-S-L-AD18-Amplifier-Bluetooth-Subwoofer/dp/B071JN7GXN
Speakers:
https://www.ebay.com/itm/2-Pack-6-5-Bookshelf-Home-Theater-Speakers-100W-RMS-TP160S-CH-DCM-by-MTX-Audio/193084846113
Or
https://www.amazon.com/Fluance-SX6-BK-Definition-Bookshelf-Loudspeakers-Black/dp/B00IEDL8EM
If headphones are for music maybe some Sennheisers.....
https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD-559-Open-Headphone/dp/B01L1IIEKM
https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD-559-Open-Headphone/dp/B01L1IIEKM
https://www.amazon.com/Blue-Snowball-Microphone-Brushed-Aluminum/dp/B002OO333Q
A little more than 120 but could easily find a cheaper mic
I'd go for some open back Sennheiser 559
/r/zeos has a headphone guide. I'd say one of these would be good assuming you want open back: (in no particular order)
I don't remember how Zeos said these sound so one of the other 500 series might fit you better but this is the only one under budget.edit: just watched and this will be good for youSo they are 83$, so really good, but they're 50 ohms, will that be an issue without an amp? And then do I need an adaptor to plug it in my computer if so which one?
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Open ear headphones with a very neutral sound - 100% check out the Sennheiser 558 and 598's. Great build quality, the sound is amazingly flat (great for studio headphone use, gives almost a true-to-source sound), and are comfortable enough for someone that doesn't have a large head to wear for hours.
I've had my 558's for about 2 years now, and do not regret the purchase one bit. The updated model, the 559's can be had for ~$100 USD. The 598 SR's can be had for about $140.
Both models come with a detachable/upgradable cable as well.
Sennheiser HD 559 Open Back Headphone https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01L1IIEKM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_vwx5CbKJ4RKVG
Get a good solid regular headphone without an attached mic, plus the blue yeti nano. I went ahead and checked to see if you could plug earbuds or headphones into it and the answer is yes you can. There is an audio Jack on the bottom of the mic.
As for feeling claustrophobic when wearing headphones, have you tried wearing open back headphones? They let the sound travel outward a little (nowhere near as loudly as speakers so your mic wont pick up the sound unless you are BLASTING your game sounds).
There are quite a few options for headphones that are open back and cheap. The reason they are called open back headphones is because the earcups are not closed off to keep the sound just in your ears. And you might ask me "what's the point of wearing headphones if the sound is allowed to leak out?" And the reasons are: comfort, sound quality, and temperature control. They are lightweight which makes them easier to wear, they dont give you that closed in feeling, and they let your ears breathe and prevent sweating.
Some good cheap options are the Phillip's shp9500
Philips SHP9500 HiFi Precision Stereo Over-ear Headphones (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ENMK1DW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_7G64Cb4F3GYG8
Or the sennheiser HD 559
Sennheiser HD 559 Open Back Headphone https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01L1IIEKM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_nI64Cb5G6KGKS
Or the Audio-technica AD700x
Audio-Technica ATHAD700X Audiophile Open Air Dynamic Headphones https://www.amazon.com/dp/B009S332TQ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_iJ64CbA4ZQ3F1
All of these would be great, but something to keep in mind is these headphones wont have quite as much bass as a closed back headphone. It's still there, just not as much. So if you listen to very bass heavy music, you might wanna swap to your speakers for that.
In the case of peripherals i would strongly recommend investing a good amount on them. They re gonna be with you a long time after all.
For monitors its a bit expensive but this is la creme de la creme while still being reasonable, gonna need a big desk tho https://pcpartpicker.com/product/bMKcCJ/msi-optix-ag32cq-315-2560x1440-144hz-monitor-optix-ag32cq
A more affordable 1440p 144 hz monitor, also supports gsync compatible https://pcpartpicker.com/product/t4Crxr/acer-monitor-umhg0aa001
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Some cheapo headphones that still manage some incredible soundstage and clear sound https://www.amazon.com/Superlux-HD668B-Dynamic-Semi-Open-Headphones/dp/B003JOETX8
The classical 559 from seenheiser https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD-559-Open-Headphone/dp/B01L1IIEKM
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And if you talk in games/chat on discord a lot get this mic that sounds almost profesional grade https://www.amazon.com/Samson-Mic-Portable-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B001R76D42
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Windows you may ask? I dont want to pay them 110 dollars for a license, well the gray market on ebay/amazon has deals on keys for 10 or 5 bucks. How can they get so cheap? Well oem manufacturers buy them in bulk, that way you can make a 300 dollar pc with win 10 and still make profit.
Alternatively this has worked for me in the past. You dont even need to install a thing on your pc https://msguides.com/microsoft-software-products/2-ways-activate-windows-10-free-without-software.html
To install it downoald it with the media creation tool from microsoft into an empty usb then boot to it with the new pc.
I ordered the hd 559 from amazon as they're on sale. But I'm pretty sure they don't come with the 3.5mm adapter. Is it safe for me to just buy a standar 3.5mm cable to use for the headphones, or should I buy the adapter?
https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD-559-Open-Headphone/dp/B01L1IIEKM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1506637219&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=559+headphones
those are good sounding, highly comfy cans, for 129 USD. Also, sennheiser products last a lifetime (and they produce some of the best cans known to man).
As for the rant, give me a sec and I'll repaste it here :)
Sennheiser HD 559 Open Back Headphone https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01L1IIEKM/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_QhuVCbX97ME33
Excellent sound quality for the price from Sennheiser and open-back for better spacial positioning.
These are worlds better than any gaming branded crap.
Thanks I think this could be what I need. I'm entirely new to the audio scene, could these speakers and these headphones plug in to the DAC?
Saw this on a deals subreddit. Should fit the bill.
Headphones] Sennheiser HD 559 - $75 (Google Express 25% off - Promo code: APPSPECIAL) ***Authentic link in the comment section https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD-559-Open-Headphone/dp/B01L1IIEKM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1525305198&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=hd+559
Since you don't need a mic, you may be better off with a pair of regular stereo headphones. Audiotechnica M40x (closed) and Sennheiser HD 559 (open) are both great choices in your budget. Just note that the 559s come with the 6.3mm jack plug so you'll need an adapter.
https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B01L1IIEKM/ref=cm_cr_arp_mb_bdcrb_top?ie=UTF8
https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B00HVLUR54/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1522979975&amp;sr=8-1&amp;pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&amp;keywords=audiotechnica+m40x
If that's a problem maybe https://www.amazon.de/gp/aw/d/B01L1IIEKM/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1492440438&amp;sr=8-1&amp;pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&amp;keywords=hd559&amp;dpPl=1&amp;dpID=41KplPmezWL&amp;ref=plSrch
https://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B01L1IIEKM/
$70 used. Which is what I would expect. It's overpriced new and if you can find a cheaper 518/558/598 then get it.
The only difference seems to be the 559 and above have slightly bass subbass extension than the 518/558/598 series.
So where would you place the HD599 and the X2HR in your ranking from above?
Philips X2, https://www.amazon.com/Philips-X2HR-Over-Ear-Open-Air-Headphone/dp/B01N5VHLUG/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=philips+x2&amp;qid=1563397419&amp;s=gateway&amp;sr=8-1
only 30ohm, so pretty much anything can drive them. Check out z-reviews on youtube or here for his thoughts on these (basically they're highly recommended gaming headphones because of the v-shape sound and wide soundstage).
They’re back up for $160 for 4 more hours from the time of this post. https://www.amazon.com/Philips-X2HR-Over-Ear-Open-Air-Headphone/dp/B01N5VHLUG
My headset is connected to a Soundblaster X-fi DAC (digital audio converter) amplifier. The Philips Fidelio X2 headphones aren’t quite powered sufficiently by my motherboard, so this DAC bypasses my onboard sound and essentially does the job much better. The microphone is a Vmoda boompro inline microphone, also being driven by the DAC.
Links to all products
Headphones: https://www.amazon.com/Philips-X2HR-Over-Ear-Open-Air-Headphone/dp/B01N5VHLUG
DAC: https://www.amazon.com/Creative-BlasterX-Headphone-Surround-Amplifier/dp/B07FY45F2S/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?keywords=soundblaster%2Bx-fi&amp;qid=1561940558&amp;s=gateway&amp;sprefix=soundblaster%2Bx&amp;sr=8-6&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1
Mic: https://www.amazon.com/V-MODA-BoomPro-Microphone-Gaming-Communication/dp/B00BJ17WKK/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?keywords=vmoda+boompro+mic&amp;qid=1561940595&amp;s=gateway&amp;sprefix=vmoda&amp;sr=8-1
https://www.amazon.com/Philips-X2HR-Over-Ear-Open-Air-Headphone/dp/B01N5VHLUG/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?keywords=Phillips+x2&amp;qid=1562035916&amp;s=gateway&amp;sr=8-2
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07DLD52K2/ref=psdcmw_13880181_t3_B07DLDX2P2
https://www.amazon.com/Syncwire-Cable-Auxiliary-Headphones-Stereos-Smartphones/dp/B01I0SI1SG/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?keywords=nylon+braided+aux+cable&amp;qid=1562036696&amp;s=gateway&amp;sprefix=nylon+braided+a&amp;sr=8-4
https://www.amazon.com/DuKabel-Lossless-Gold-Plated-Auxiliary-Headphones/dp/B07FB7ZTWL/ref=mp_s_a_1_6?keywords=nylon+braided+aux+cable&amp;qid=1562036706&amp;s=gateway&amp;sprefix=nylon+braided+a&amp;sr=8-6
Surround sound is a bit of a marketing tactic when it comes it headphones. Human hearing can locate objects via stereo sound just fine, if the headphones are accurate and the source properly setup.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Philips-SHP9500-00-Headphone/dp/B00ENMK1DW
Those are fantastic for the money.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Philips-X2HR-Resolution-Headphones-Isolation-Black/dp/B01N5VHLUG
Right at the top of your budget but they are an even better pair. Both pairs of Philips headphones are low impedance, even mobile devices can drive them hard.
If you want something in the middle, I am a fan of the Beyerdynamic DT 770's.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/beyerdynamic-770-PRO-Studio-Headphones/dp/B0016MNAAI
These are slightly higher impedance, so you may want to invest in a headphone amp and external DAC for just a touch more quality.
I've been watching other threads.. Is this valuable? Should i go for one or invest on x2.
https://www.amazon.de/X2HR-00-Resolution-Over-Ear-Kopfh%C3%B6rer-Schwarz/dp/B01N5VHLUG/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?keywords=philips+fidelio+x2&amp;qid=1574724409&amp;smid=A3JWKAKR8XB7XF&amp;sprefix=Philips+fide&amp;sr=8-1
Budget - $200 ~ 400 max (Not including DAC and amp)
Source - Windows 7 Desktop PC
Isolation - I will be using these in my own room, typically there is some white noise, computer fan, room fan, etc.
It can't be loud enough to wake other people up through a wall (Like a speaker would). Yet preferably be loud enough to drown out low level ambient noises (Birds if window is open, hum of computer fans).
I dont think it will, but I'd prefer it if does leak from the phones, doesnt get picked up by my blue yeti mic
Used in Public - No - Inside only
Type - Over the ear, Open or Closed Back (Undecided)
Preferred Tonal Balance - No preference, I just want it to be absolutely amazing for gaming, hear directionally where people are coming from in FPS games, and crap my pants amazing for scary games. Gaming immersion and streaming is my main concern here, though I do enjoy listening to classic rock, metal and some classics.
Past Headphones - Logitech G35s - I love how these fit, I know, they are closed back and are cheap, but I like them alot because they drown out low level ambient and give me directional sound for games.
Preferred music - Rock, Metal, Classic Rock, Classical
Improvements - I would like to be able to hear directionally, as I can with my g35, however I would like to hear more clearly and see what a "Good" set of headphones can offer.
Note: I DO NOT need a mic, I have a Blue Yeti on my desk.
Location - US
These maybe overkill, but I was considering the [AKG 712] (https://www.amazon.com/AKG-Over-Ear-Mastering-Reference-Headphones/dp/B00E4WXWBE/ref=sr_1_cc_1?s=aps&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1469467580&amp;sr=1-1-catcorr&amp;keywords=akg+712) , [Sennheiser H650] (https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD-650-Professional-Headphone/dp/B00018MSNI/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8) or [AKG 701] (https://www.amazon.com/AKG-701-Studio-Reference-Headphones/dp/B000EBBJ6Y/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8) with most likely the Magni 2.. basically I want to hear amazing rifle shots, feel like I am driving tanks, helicopters, and hear the whining cries of my opponents in clear crisp directional quality.
Heavily Leaning on the AKG 712s, I keep going back and reading about them.. Definitely need suggestions here
Opinions on the AKG K 701s??
http://www.amazon.com/AKG-K-701-Headphones-White/dp/B000EBBJ6Y/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1395074382&amp;sr=8-2&amp;keywords=AKG+K701
From what you described yeah I'd say the AD700X would be excellent for the budget, clearly better than 558.
BTW if you can order from Amazon UK check out this K702 and this K701 (same headphones, the 702 has removable cable). Those are excellent deals. Keep an eye on both, the price fluctuates, but it's currently at a historical low point. They need an amp to achieve another 10-15% quality, but you can use them without it for the time being. They're about 2 levels above 558 and AD700X.
Another very good choice is K612 Pro.
Hey there, I posted yesterday too and need some more advice in deciding for a headphone+mic combo
Budget: $300, flexible
Source: My PC, so I guess standart audio output/USB
Requirements for Isolation: I'm currently using Sennheiser PC 360, which are completely open. I love this design because I don't like being cut-off from the world when I'm sitting at my desk
I will not use them in public, maybe a lan-party or two a year but thats it
Type of Headphone: I have very sensitive ears, so nothing that touches my ears.
Tonal balance: Balanced
Past headphones: Sennheiser PC 360. I've had those for over 5 years now and I love them. I can wear them for long gaming sessions and the microphone is usually pretty good. I use my headphones 90% of the time for gaming
Preferred Music: I listen to everything, EDM and classical music is what I hear most of the time
What am I looking for?: I'd love to hear where exactly enemies are, crystal clear sound and comfort even when wearing it for 5 hours+
I want a headset that I can have on my head for extended periods of time without any loss of comfort.
I looked into the Sennheiser HD 598 and into the Phillips Fidelio X2/27
Friend of mine also recommended me this one: http://www.amazon.com/AKG-701-Studio-Reference-Headphones/dp/B000EBBJ6Y
Same friend also recommended this Amp DAC
http://www.amazon.de/FiiO-E10k-Olympus-Kopfh%C3%B6rer-Verst%C3%A4rker/dp/B00LP3AMC2/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&amp;amp;qid=1463518630&amp;amp;sr=8-2&amp;amp;keywords=kopfh%C3%B6rerverst%C3%A4rker
Top Priority for me is comfort and sound quality.
Thanks in advance!
Okay, I am homing on on a couple sets of headphones. Right now, it is between ATH m50 and AKG K701
I think I want to settle with the k701's because they are open-backed and I have never had any headphones like that before but Bernie530 said they will fatigue your ears after a while. I don't know if that holds true because las0m said that he enjoys them and they are great but I want some more advice between those two.
Also, I think I will get This DAC but it is pushing my choice a little bit out of my price range. Is there a way for me to get that same amp (or very similar) for maybe $50-$75?
Also, what's the difference between the AKG K701's and K702's? I read around and people said they sounded the same but the K702's have a detachable wire unlike the K701's as well as also having better pads on them. Does this matter that much? They are virtually the same price so I will probably just buy the K702's because I like the color scheme more.
Budget - $230-$250
Source - PC/iPhone
Requirements for Isolation - Home, not much needed (but some).
Preferred Type of Headphone - Full size
Preferred tonal balance - Balanced
Past headphones - Sennhesier PC 360, the quality was ok but I've never had a good pair of headphones for music/movies and would like a nice sounding pair (obviously).
Preferred Music - All kinds, not sure if I really like anything specific. Not a huge bass guy but I like a bit of it.
Other: Have been looking at the AKG k 701s which seem to have a bigger jackplug then I am used to. How do I get this to fit in my computer's mic output? And how about a phone's output?
Also, reading the wiki says an amp is recommended for these headphones. Do I get a 72.8 db amp (read that was good for these), and if so, where do I get it? What does it plug into?
Thanks in advance for the newbie questions
It sorta looks like the AKG K701, just that it's missing a few details like the vents along the sides.
I have been doing research for days now. I just went through Mad Lust Envy's List and his highest rating for competitive is AKG K701 How do these compare to the 363D headphones I have to return due to defective microphone?
The idea here is best competitive gaming positional queues and awareness. Please make sure to check my computer to make sure whatever you suggest doesn't require an external sound card or amp/dac thing and if it does please try to reach the same ballpark price with all required items included. I really appreciate everyone's help, been going crazy not being able to find a concrete answer to this question. Legit googled everything I possibly could and read everything I could on /r audiophiles/headphones. Consensus is don't buy into "gaming" headsets. Purchase a pair of headphones + modmic but the 363D's seemed great and it's about the only headphone I read about on those forums that people weren't angry about. Just want to spend my money wisely that is all. I spend my life gaming lol.
> * Budget - Up to $250 in total. Will need a microphone, idc if that's a headphone+modmic or whatever is best for the price. (wiggle room if seriously worth it). I currently just bought Sennheiser PC 363D headphones off ebay for about $180 and liked them but need to return them because the microphone is defective; want to know if there is something better (maybe headphone/dac/modmic?) I should get before I purchase another pair. Here is a link to my computer I use if that matters for whether or not I need external sound/amp. ASUS G751JT 17-Inch Gaming Laptop 2014 model
I've been doing some research on which headphones might be the best ones for my listening and I have had trouble finding the perfect pair.
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I've been looking into buying a pair of open back headphones recently, as I have started getting more into the music and audiophile lifestyle. However I don't know where to start. Currently I'm using the BOSE OE Soundlink, as my everything headphones... and while they're perfect for me traveling and going to classes, they don't have the open sound stage or the power that Id want with something for home listening.
I've looked into it and I narrowed my search down to these three headphones; the
BayerDynamic Dt990's, the Sennheizer HD650's, and the AKG 701's; however, while they're all good quality headphones... I'm not certain that any one of these is exactly what I'm looking for.
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This is where i need help, if anyone knows of any headphones that would match my preferences or has any suggestions about the ones I already have on my list, I'd greatly appreciate any tips that can be thrown my way.
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Aren't they the ones you can mod into the 598s by removing the foam pieces inside?
Edit: Yep, they are. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k-kJ7sN16qw
Also taking this opportunity to plug the AKG K701s
http://www.amazon.com/AKG-701-Studio-Reference-Headphones/dp/B000EBBJ6Y
Stylish as fuck and they're great quality and open back, which is essential for gaming.
A few headphones that have piqued my interest are:
I don't want to replace my HD 595s with the newer HD 598s as the design flaws, and cheap plastic, still seem to be an issue. After about 7-8 years of daily but gentle use my 595s have cracked on both sides (not my picture, but similar damage) and now are only held together with duct tape =). Also, I wouldn't mind an upgrade - as long as it lasts a decade or longer.
For the headphone amp, I was considering the Schiit Magni, but I'm open to suggestions.
Thanks!
I did extensive of research a while back, but sadly don't have it all with me now. I still have a bunch of top picks saved on my Amazon wish list tho:
http://amzn.com/w/8LC7V99WN71H
The long and short of it is that I really like Beyerdynamic and Sennheiser, Bose is way overpriced for anything but their noise-canceling ability, and open-air is optimal for classical. I, however, wanted closed or semi-closed 'phones because I wanted to blast opera and Rachmaninoff loud without the person in the cube 2 feet away from me being any the wiser for it. Open air has a great deal of leakage.
In grad school I was using these relatively cheap 'phones mainly because the noise canceling worked amazingly well on the noisy, crowded shuttle bus. They were pretty rugged but with enough abuse eventually broke on me. I can't speak for any of the higher-quality headphones on my list as I have to wait 'till I get a job before I can buy a set.
All the 'phones linked in the above list were ones I set apart during hours of research on sites like head-phi looking for classical/opera 'phones.
Note that the Grados are more rock-type phones but the punchy bass can be pretty nice for classical. However, they were less comfortable than other phones, so if you wear them all day (as I do) people recommended installing the Sennhieser ear pads (also on the list).
Let me know what you get and your opinions on it; the feedback will help me decide what to get someday!
EDIT: Out of that list the favored picks were:
Sennheiser 598
AKG 701
Beyerdynamic 440
Hmmm that makes a lot of sense actually. I just like the look of wooden things really. I ended up going with these. Definitely not wooden but Amazon Prime had a good deal. I probably should've waited for feedback but I'm too impulsive.
I used these 880s while I was in Japan: https://www.amazon.com/Beyerdynamic-880-Premium-250-ohm/dp/B000F2BLTM
I think they're described as "semi-open". They leak a tiny amount of sound, and I used them very late at night in a similar thin-walled apartment with no issues. 200$ too. I like them about as much as the hd600s I had before, but these are much more comfortable on my head.
(can headphones even check the heft of subs tho...?)
Thanks for the suggestion.
I like the Beyerdynamic DT880, and it's right near my budget limit. However, I've done a bit of search and there are many models(32 ohm, 250 ohm and 600 ohm). This particular model is the 250 ohm one. In this review I gather the 250 ohm are very neutral, exactly what I need. However, in this comparison people say I might need an amp to truly enjoy those headphones. Would you mind shedding some light on the matter?
Thanks in advance!
Beyerdynamic DT880's are great for gaming if you want to go all out, very detailed with extremely accurate imaging, certainly better than any gaming oriented rubbish. Then you could get something like this which clips onto the headphone cable. If the DT880's are out of your league, I heartily recommend the AD700 which have a hugely expansive soundstage which really immerses you in the game. Both of these headphones have the added benefit of being incredible for music too.
Beyerdynamic DT-880 + MMM Headphone Amplifier > your headsets
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https://www.amazon.com/beyerdynamic-880-Premium-250-Over-Ear-Stereo/dp/B000F2BLTM/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=beyer%2Bdt880&amp;qid=1567039077&amp;s=electronics&amp;sr=1-3&amp;th=1
I'd debate how effective gaming chairs are vs their counterparts (such as this one with a breathable back and proper lumbar adjustments among other features) but that's for another time.
Gaming headphones are overly priced. They are made for a niche market that assumes there are some sort of special factors going into these headphones for them vs "normal" people. This usually just means it's USB connected, comes accompanied with useless software, and has some form of lame surround sound.
For example, mostly everything on this list is overshadowed by the main players in the mid range headphone market: AKG, Sennheiser and BeyerDynamic.
Hope that helps.
Thanks for the response. The description for the DT800 sounds like something I would bite at.
Are those the Beyer Dynamic DT 880's? I like the design of them. On amazon there is a 32 Ohm and a 250 Ohm option I am looking at. It seems like the 32's would be better for scenario? I do not plan on using my stereo too much where I currently live.
Would I okay just plugging the headphones directly into my PC's audio jack, or would I need other equipment to use them?
Currently using Brainwavz HM3.
My dream headphones are [Beyedynamic 880] (http://www.amazon.com/beyerdynamic-880-Premium-250-ohm/dp/B000F2BLTM/ref=sr_1_14?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1415822826&amp;sr=8-14&amp;keywords=beyerdynamics)
Edit: Never knew you were a fellow New Yorker. Mets or Yankees?
Awesome thanks for the reply!! So you got the headset and the mixamp as well??
I was looking at beyerdynamic as well but the DT880
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000F2BLTM/ref=twister_B00AW715HS?_encoding=UTF8&amp;psc=1#customerReviews
Between those, AKG, etc so many options!!
Edit: I'm an idiot haha those are the ones I posted about so of course I was looking at those!! I've been looking at so many different ones they are all getting mixed up :)
super accurate headhpones: (need an amp but if you use an interface you can just plug right in)
https://www.amazon.com/Beyerdynamic-880-Premium-250-ohm/dp/B000F2BLTM
I have the Beyerdynamic DT 880 250 ohms and a Mod mic. Headphones this high of resistance will require an external amplifier.
My HM5s are about to snap at the hinge so I'm looking for something to replace them. I'd like the replacement to sound similar, be a bit more comfortable (these clamp quite hard) and ideally be usable if I plug them straight into my laptop (I have an amp at my desktop but I work on my laptop too)
DT880s are £140 atm (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Beyerdynamic-DT-880-Premium-Headphone/dp/B000F2BLTM), HD598s are £160. I'm open to any other suggestions, these are just the ones I found so far. Please keep it cheaper than the 598s, and I'm far too lazy for anything that needs modding.
Thanks!
Thanks you for answering. Well that would be the cheap combo, but I also was thinking about going for the HD650 + a sound card instead of a DAC for emulated surround etc (overhall a better alternative ?).
This sound card in particular would fit my budget (Creative sound blaster Z > https://www.amazon.fr/Creative-Sound-Blaster-Performance-ProStudio/dp/B009RPQA2G) combo'd with the HD650
Would it be a good upgrade while staying in the style of music / comfort I like ? And is the Creative Sound Blaster Z gonna be too cheap of a sound card for the HD650 compared to a Creative ZxR or an Asus STX II ?
What do you think ?
Edit: Or and HD598 + Creative ZxR/Asus STX II for a better balance instead of HD650 + Creative Sound Blaster Z ?
Edit 2: Well I just found a really cheap DT 880 Pro... and will probably order this one https://www.amazon.fr/Beyerdynamic-Casque-Hi-Fi-880-32/dp/B000F2BLTM?th=1 , I guess I just need a better DAC than the fiio E10K for this one. What about a Schiit one? You'd recommend one in particular ?
I got mixed up on the ohms sorry. And I'm talking about increasing volume about 25%, so would that make a difference? The 32 and 250 ohms were on a pair of these ( http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000F2BLTM?pc_redir=1404219565&amp;robot_redir=1 ) 880s. They come in different impedances and I had read a review that said the 32 ohm model had muddy bass and overall wasn't worth the price compared to the others. And I guess I would like to stay away from amps as much as possible to be more portable, but I don't want to spend $300 and be sacrificing audio quality for a little inconvenience of carrying an amp. Hope this helps understand what I'm looking for. Sorry I'm confused, I'm trying to not confuse you too.
Thanks, just need a Mic though. For headphones I'm using
DT 880 Premium by beyerdynamic http://amzn.com/B000F2BLTM
Any and all. I'm using this with these headphone and this mic. Still won't work.
I also have TB's. I'm pretty sure they won't work because the cable is only a 3 conductor cable not 4.
I actually like these http://www.amazon.com/JVC-HARX900-High-Grade-Full-Size-Headphone/dp/B0013P3ZOE/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1463249491&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=jvc+900
they're a bit on the heavy side, but for the money they're amazing cans.
I've been using these for a little while, I quite like them. Nice bass. The only issue is they are pretty big
Extremely confortable, great for gaming and watching movies. For music it needs a bit of burn in but they sound really good for the price. JVC HA-RX700
Extremely confortable, great for gaming and watching movies. For music it needs a bit of burn in but they sound really good for the price. JVC HA-RX900
Clip on headphones. They sound great. Might hurt ear after a while. Koss-KSC75
I have a pair of Sennheiser 280s and a pair of 590s, but I swear by my JVC HARX900s. Extremely comfortable and sound way better. $62 on Amazon.
JVC Harx700 + Zalman mic. Runs about $45, and much better quality than any "gaming headset".
There is a more expensive ($60) JVC Harx900 headset if you want to get something a little more pricey.
If you want to get fancy you can get some snakeskin cabling, some heatshrink, and a lighter and semi-permanently combine the mic cable to the headphone cable.
https://www.amazon.com/Zalman-Zm-Mic1-Sensitivity-Headphone-Microphone/dp/B00029MTMQ
https://www.amazon.com/JVC-HARX700-Precision-Sound-Headphones/dp/B0013OWPV4
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0013P3ZOE/ref=psdc_12097479011_t1_B0013OWPV4
While you are at it a decent soundcard will do wonders if you are using an onboard card. You can get a decent entry level card for about $40. Just like a standalone mic is better than a headset mic. A standalone sound card is miles ahead of an onboard card in the vast majority of cases.
https://www.amazon.com/Xonar-DGX-GX2-5-Audio-Engine/dp/B007TMZ1BK
Jvc ha-rx 900 is what I use, $56 on amazon
The jvc head phones if you google them are not only rated higher than the other suggestions here but also are an over the ear headphone.
I use an asus dgx soundcard for even better sound, the 7.1 simulated is pretty amazing.
https://www.amazon.com/JVC-HARX900-High-Grade-Full-Size-Headphone/dp/B0013P3ZOE
The JVC HARX900 should do it for you. It has good sound stage and fits your budget. If you don't mind going over your budget a bit and want a neutral signature headphone which also has good sound stage, I would recommend the Jaycar Pro Monitor headphones. They are around $70 with shipping if you live in the USA
I've previously owned a wide variety of headsets and in the end have given up on them.
Overall the headsets build quality was low, across all the brands. Finally decided on a pair of JVC HARX-900 cans and this Zalman clip-on mic. The wires can be annoying but the difference in sound/build quality was pretty staggering. I started hearing details in games that I never heard before, on any headset, for me it added a new level of detail to games. I've been using this pair for about a year and had no issues at all. Total cost is about $65 + shipping, wish I would have just done that from the start =(
As far as your cord fetish, the JVC cans have a pretty thick cord that would be very difficult to pinch. The mic is thin but it's only $9 so if you have to buy one a year I still think you're coming out on the winning side.
Sorry for being so blunt about it. Upon re-reading my previous post I realize I was being rude. My apologies.
To honestly answer your question, pretty much any headsets that are "game" anything are going to be crap, regardless of how much you spent. This is because you are buying something that looks cool and has a mic, not something designed for super-accurate audio reproduction. To get proper audio quality, you need dedicated audiophile headphones without a built-in mic.
Just to save time (and save you money) I will recommend what I use. (NOTE: My headphones are considered "entry level" for audiophiles. Basically, the best bang for the buck. You can get WAY better ones than these, but be prepared to spend big bucks for them.)
I use JVC HARX 900 headphones. These are basically studio-grade "monitor" headphones. Many recording studios use these for musicians and technicians to monitor performances. As such they have very good audio reproduction qualities even at very low volumes. Here's an Amazon link for you:
https://www.amazon.com/JVC-HARX900-High-Grade-Full-Size-Headphone/dp/B0013P3ZOE?SubscriptionId=AKIAILSHYYTFIVPWUY6Q&amp;tag=duckduckgo-d-20&amp;linkCode=xm2&amp;camp=2025&amp;creative=165953&amp;creativeASIN=B0013P3ZOE
If you can, pick up one of these and try them out. You will immediately hear the difference.
These are some pretty great entry-level headphones.
If you're in doubt, visit /r/headphones, they may know a lot more than I do as they're audiophiles, they take that stuff veeeeeeeery seriously
Amazon price
I slightly modded them (removed some felt covering the drivers) which gives it a clearer, less bass heavy sound. Course they still work great with bass (I often practice electric bass with these 'phones) simply because they were so bass heavy to begin with heh.
EDIT: I'll upload a pic of them just so you know how big they are lol.
I currently own a pair of JVC HARX900. They are closed headphones and you would need to buy a mic like a Blue Snowball. It works for playing CS:GO.
good cans on a budget, the only area they really fall behind is the bass, but great quality otherwise.
For a few dollars more, better bass(or so I'm told), and a bit more stylish for use around town!
I am wearing some JVC headphones right now. I think they are comfy, even for a long period of time, and my wife and kids are always complaining that I can't hear them, even when the sound is not cranked up. They are not too expensive either.
JVC HARX900 - IMO the hidden gem of the headphone world. They are amazing especially for the price. Makes BF3 sound incredible. I went back and forth between more expensive headphones before discovering these and I am very glad I purchased them.
Budget: 200-300
Source: Zune first Gen, 80 GB. Note 2
Requirements for Isolation: doubt I'll get any dancing type earclip type set of cans that are isolated but yes I prefer isolation.
Will you be using these Headphones in Public? Yes, but not much.
Preferred Type of Headphone: Full sized, closed
Preferred tonal balance: Balanced
Past headphones: Koss Ksc75, Darth Beyer Dt770s 80 ohms, Shure SRH440 https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002DP1FTU/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1), JVC HARX900 (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0013P3ZOE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1)
Preferred Music: EDM trap right now. Then 90s gangsta rap (2pac, bone thugs, ice cube) LOVE IT. Dubstep, Hard Rock, indie. Mainly bass heavy trap tho. Future bass as well.
What would you like to improve on from your set-up? Sounds very good with some power to the bass, doesn't look too bad, and stays on my fuckin ears... I dance HARD. It's gloriously therapeutic, but not when I step on the chord and break my $400 pair of cans that cost me $200 to fix last time.
Slightly more expensive, but what do you think about the [HARX900] ( http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0013P3ZOE/ref=pd_aw_sbs_4?pi=SL500_SS115)? There's also the harx700 which is cheaper. Do they sound better/worse than the HA-S?
Yeah but I didn't go on and on about it. I acknowledged a previous post and then went off on something else entirely.
But it literally is about quality. It is absolutely, objectively about quality. I'm not going to get into a debate about whether or not we can hear the difference between 320 mp3 and lossless (we can't) but the quality is still greater on a wired set. Period. Some people have specific quality demands, and that's why products such as this exist (as well as the thousand something dollar amp that is designed to power those headphones).
Needless to say, all the other points still stand (interference, setup, convenience, headphone abundance, batteries).
Well I guess if money isn't too much of an issue then I would recommend these: http://www.amazon.com/Grado-Professional-PS1000-Headphones-ear-cup/dp/B002SKKQZO
After that the second best would probably be these: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/tech-data/B001OTZ8DA
Compared to the Grado Headphones the Sennheisers are kinda shitty though..
Hope this helped!
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-800-Reference-Dynamic-Headphone/dp/B001OTZ8DA/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8
$1,399.95?!?
>I don't buy higher end Sennheisers out of principle that they require an amp to drive moderately well.
This is true of all high end headphones though, not just Sennheisers. My current pair of Sennheisers are the 558s, which I guess are a mid range model, and I can use them just fine without an amp and they sound great. To really push them hard I'd need an amp, but I rarely listen to music at that kind of volume anyway.
I've been eyeing this pair of 598s for awhile. Now that Amazon is selling them for less than $200 I might finally take the plunge.
I've also been lusting after a pair of 650s for a very long time, but I just can't justify it to myself. $400) (even at a deep discount) is too much for me, and my ears aren't good enough to be able to really tell the difference between something like the 598s and the 650s--or at least not good enough to justify the difference in cost between the two.
Of course if you really want to splurge you could get a pair of HD800s. They're only $1500 after all.
Dude those are $1,500.....http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-Over-Ear-Circum-Aural-Dynamic-Headphone/dp/B001OTZ8DA
The average user with their iPhone is not going to be able to appreciate those.
[Sennheiser HD800] (http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-Over-Ear-Circum-Aural-Dynamic-Headphone/dp/B001OTZ8DA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1409519442&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=hd800) I wear it more than 5 hours a day. Extremely comfortable and the sound quality is amazing.
https://www.amazon.ca/Sennheiser-HD800-Over-Ear-Circum-Aural-Headphone/dp/B001OTZ8DA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1483468857&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=sennheiser+hd+800
Lowest price i've seen, but I must have missed the 1300$
http://www.amazon.com/Wooden-Omega-Headphones-Hanger-Holder/dp/B00F2L1NOO
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-800-Around-Dynamic-Headphone/dp/B001OTZ8DA/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1457499885&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=hd+800
WA7 FireFlies
HD800, currently on a pretty significant sale for US terms
Don't know how much he paid for the HD800 but assuming $1000 and I think that's a vacuum tube version so it's $2400.
These are pretty good.
for sennhiser hd 800, should i go Mayflower Electronics Desktop O2 / ODAC Rev B. or should i use Valhalla 2 Headphone Amplifier by Schiit with their modi uber 2? is the mayflower even good enough?
Ok, after some years my grado igrado has broken and I'm looking for a replacement, I think I prefer a balanced sound, and the most important thing for me is that the new ones don't warm my ears too much (I have a sennheiser pc350 that I can't use too much because my ears get too sweaty), so with that in mind...
Budget - around 150€
Source - Mainly a sound blaster zxr but I'll probably use them with my laptop and phone from time to time.
Requirements for Isolation - I actually prefer that I can hear the outside world, but it's not a requirement.
Preferred Type of Headphone - on-ear but I'm open to anything.
Preferred tonal balance - Balanced.
Past headphones - Grado iGrado and sennheiser pc350, both somewhat modified.
Preferred Music - I'll use them for movies, gaming and music, and the music that I listen... well a little bit of almost everything (mainly indie and electronic, though, think radiohead, the national, beck, mogwai... )
What would you like to improve on from your set-up - Just better overall, I guess?
Location - Switzerland and Spain
After reading a lot (including several buyer's guides and the like) I have several candidates, but I'm open to others, they are (in no particular order):
Noontec Zoro HD II
V-MODA XS-Metal
Sennheiser HD 25-1-II Basic Edition
Sennheiser PX 100-II i
Sennheiser URBANITE
Shure SRH440
Koss PORTA PRO CLASSIC
So, as you can see, I'm quite a bit lost, any recommendation?
Shure SRH-440
$99
http://www.amazon.com/Shure-SRH440-Professional-Studio-Headphones/dp/B002DP1FTU
Well Im going by Canadian prices I know, so expect everything to be a little cheaper in the US. Closed back over ear cans eh?
http://www.amazon.com/Shure-SRH440-Professional-Studio-Headphones/dp/B002DP1FTU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1411764221&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=shure+srh
Pretty decent for the price. Good blanced neutral sound. Ok isolation and comfort.
http://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDR7506-Professional-Diaphragm-Headphone/dp/B000AJIF4E/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1411764275&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=sony+mdr-7506
This one is a classic, very similar to the MDRV6
http://www.amazon.com/Sony-MDRV6-Studio-Monitor-Headphones/dp/B00001WRSJ/ref=pd_cp_MI_1
EDIT: Nevermind there in US dollars anyway
Budget - $150 - $200 CAD, $250 MAX
Source - I phone 5 SE and computer
Requirements for Isolation - Yes prefer Isolation. Using while traveling on bus, walking, at school (can get noisy sometimes). Using while studying
Preferred Type of Headphone - Over ear preferred unless IEM is very comfortable.
Preferred tonal balance - I like Bass but for studying it can get annoying, so balanced I suppose?
Past headphones - cheap OEM earbuds (Samsung, apple) and KZ Zs3
Preferred Music - Deep House, [Rap]
(https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CmRXzrbZ89Y)
Location -Canada
Other relevant info - slightly bigger ears. Lol
Current Black Friday Opportunities
Sony MDRXB950B1 - CDN$ 123.00
Bose QuietComfort 25 - CDN$ 229.00
Sennheiser PXC 480 - CDN$ 199.95
beyerdynamic DT 770 PRO - CDN$ 232.45
Sennheiser HD 598 Cs - CDN$ 158.95
ATH M50X - CDN$ 168.00
Beyerdynamic Custom One Pro Plus - CDN$ 184.37
Jaybird X3 Sport Bluetooth Headphones - CDN$ 89.99
Shure SRH440 - CDN$ 109.00
I would love to hear your experiences with either of these and which one you recommend given my situation. Or even other ones not from this list you suggest. I would love to purchase one this weekend. So your advice is much appreciated.
Thanks everyone
Can't go wrong with these Shure:
http://www.amazon.com/Shure-SRH440-Professional-Studio-Headphones/dp/B002DP1FTU
Cheap, great isolation/sound and very durable.
I like my Shure SRH 440's with the SRH840 earpads. :) Sub-$150 Excellent.
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002DP1FTU/
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B002Z9JWZS/
Location - Slovenia
Budget - < 150€
Source - Laptop, Desktop, Phone - Samsunbg s7(would be nice but not so important)
Requirements for Isolation - I need some isolation, prefered a lot but not that critical. I will use them at home and at school on my laptop.
Preferred Type of Headphone - full-sized
Preferred tonal balance - Maybe netural or a little V/U shaped.
Past headphones - CANYON - CHR-HS07N. They are dying. This will be my first Hifi headphhones.
Preferred Music - Currently I lsiten to a lot of electro, rock, metal but I listen to all geners.
What would you like to improve on from your set-up - Better sound quality. For gaming, music, movies and MAYBE light video editing(not imporant)
I did some research and here some of the ones I was looking into:
-Audio Technica ATH-M40x (heard that M50x kinda suck and are only good if you're doing exclusively monitoring)
https://www.amazon.de/gp/offer-listing/B00HVLUR54/ref=dp_olp_new?ie=UTF8&amp;condition=new
-Shure SRH 440
https://www.amazon.de/Shure-Professioneller-geschlossener-%C3%9Cbertragungsbereich-Audiowiedergabe/dp/B002DP1FTU/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1492159140&amp;sr=8-5&amp;keywords=shure
-Shure SHR 840
https://www.amazon.de/Shure-SRH840-E-Professioneller-geschlossener-austauschbares/dp/B002DP8IEK/ref=sr_1_1?s=musical-instruments&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1492159174&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=shure+840
-Sennheiser HD 380 Pro
https://www.amazon.de/Sennheiser-HD-380-Pro-Kopfh%C3%B6rer/dp/B001UE6I0G/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8
-BRAINWAVZ HM5 <--- £79.50
https://www.amazon.co.uk/BRAINWAVZ-HM5-Studio-Monitor-Headphones/dp/B006MA9XXM/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1492160677&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=NVX+XPT100
-Soundmagic HP150 £79.99 <--- sale
https://www.amazon.co.uk/d/Headphones-Earphones/Soundmagic-HP150-SoundMAGIC-Closed-Back-Replaceable-Cable/B00NF5SF3Q/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1492273177&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=SoundMagic+HP150
-Sony MDR-100AAP £84.99 <--- sale
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sony-MDR-100AAP-Resolution-Overhead-Headphones/dp/B014R2VSUM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1492275181&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=Sony+MDR+100+AAP
-AKG 553 (used for 110 € from US)
edit: had bad formating
I posted yesterday, but only got 1 response;
Budget: $50-$200 CAD (total for headset and mic)
Location: Ontario, Canada
Source: standard USB port (need more info?)
Isolation: For use at my home desk. Need some cancellation (I live with 3 others); just enough to not annoy them.
Public?: Not at all
Type: Over-ear
Tonal balance: I have very little knowledge about this, but I will be mainly using them for gaming and Skype. I think balanced?
Music: Classic rock, but mainly just games on my PC.
Past headphones: Logitech G430;
Pros: comfortable, mic (not needed), decent sound (not a huge audio expert though), straight wire.
Cons: white noise when silent (I like to wear them whenever I'm at my desk), pretty quiet overall (even at max.), controls on wire in the way.
Improvements: Though I have little knowledge on audio terms or concepts, I want next-to-no white noise (sound & mic).
Comfort is a must, since I often game for hours at a time. An attached mic is not necessary (apparently they often suck), but I'd like it to be on the headset (like a separate, attachable one). I'm also used to straight cables; coiled ones just seem too in-the-way (but I may be wrong).
Smooth surround sound (virtual?)
What I've found: (based of Amazon reviews alone) Too lazy to find Amazon.ca ones ATM, hopefully I can ship here.
Beyerdynamic DT 770 PRO
Shure SRH840
Shure SRH440
Sennheiser HD 558
Audio-Technica ATH-M50S
Edit: prices
The Beats are fine if you're listening to music that's already bass-heavy and you don't mind headphones that color your sound a bit (honestly, most people can't notice). They're a bit pricey but they get the job done and in my opinion don't sound bad at all. I'd stay away from Bose, overpriced and the sound is mediocre at best.
If you are looking for a truer representation of what was recorded I'd look into something like the Shure SRH-440 I've had them for awhile and for the money they're the best headphones I've ever used. As someone else said take a look at Sennheiser and Etymotic as well (Etymotic's in-ear headphones are amazing as well).
Hope I could help and good luck!
Had a couple of Shure srh440 two years ago. The bass was pretty solid but the mids are a bit recessed(am I using that word corectley?).
They were also a bit uncomftable wearing for long periods of time, I would say after 2 hours your head starts to feel heavy.
I switched to AKG K 242 HD but I felt they lacked in the bass department. But I would say they are more versatile and more well balacned, just a little weak on the bass for my taste. On the other hand they are great for longer studio sessions as you almost forget you are wearing them because they are, in my honest opinion, the most comfortable headphones I have ever used. They recently broke, me being all clumbse and what not, so now I'm thinking of also buying a couple of new headphones so good timing on your part haha.
Get yourself some high end headphones. Doesn't need to be ludicrously expensive, just made by a company that knows what it's doing. I myself got these for when no one else in the house wants to hear my dubstep :P They're very good.
Basically looking for the best sound in this price range, and I don't really know too much about headphones. I'll be wearing them out and about (walking on busy streets), and in the library
something like the Koss ProDJ100's? ($72)
Or maybe the Sennheiser Momentum On-ears? ($90)
Shure SRH440 ($97)
Open to any suggestions!
Have a look at the Lindy HF-100, you probably won't get better for under EUR100. A few more Europennies will get you a Shure SRH440
Maybe these?
Shure SRH440. They're not too expensive, and you'll get killer sound for your cash. Best headphones I've ever owned.
I think its between the Sony MDR-7505 and the Shure 440. Which do u recommend?
Alright so I looked through the different recommendations and picked out a couple of different things but before I buy them I figured y'all should look at them to make sure they are good choices.
Here is what I have picked out
Here is more information in case there is something that would work better for me
The 280's are like clamps, and lack bass. It is there, but not woofy, or low. The mdr's are a bit boring, but that could be considered a good thing, as it is also known as neutral.
I have owned both, if I had to choose between the two it would be http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002DP1FTU/sr=8-7/qid=1369600768/ref=olp_product_details?ie=UTF8&amp;me=&amp;qid=1369600768&amp;seller=&amp;sr=8-7 this pair instead of what you have listed. Smoother delivery of sound. More comfortable.
This is probably not the answer you're looking for, but my office bought us Audio-Technica noise-cancelling headphones that kind of bite. They randomly work/don't work/work on one side only and barely cancel out noise to begin with. So 1, don't buy those, and 2, my solution is to wear my earbuds which are incredible IMO and then to play pink noise. The JLAB earbuds cancel a bit of noise to begin with because of the suction, so even when you're listening to music you can barely hear what's going on around you.
Lol, this is a funny thing to read, nostalgic really, however, I kind of know your feel, some of my headphones don't fit over my turban and some of them do. Which type of turban do you tie? I wear audio technica which work well with my dhumalla, but my dhumalla isn't really big compared to most. I wear these when I hit the gym and go on flights.
When I gamed, I used to use turtle beach px21, that used to fit well when I used to tie a Gol pugh, haven't worn it since though since I don't play games anymore.
Best bet is google oversized headphones and inquire, I find asking on amazon would give you the best results if no one here can provide answers for you
Check these out: https://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-ANC7B-QuietPoint-Noise-Cancelling-Closed-Back/dp/B002HWJT1A/ref=cm_rdp_product
I love my Sennheiser PXC-360bt's. The PXC-250 can be found for just over $100:
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-PXC-250-Collapsible-Noise-Canceling/dp/B00375MWE2/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1320782269&amp;sr=8-1
I would also recommend Audio Technica ATH-ANC7B
http://www.amazon.com/Technica-ATH-ANC7B-Noise-Cancelling-Closed-Back-Headphones/dp/B002HWJT1A/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1320782414&amp;sr=8-3
Hmm, I recently had to sell my good pair of headphones (Audio Technica ATH-ANC7B btw for OP I would recommend these) and have been looking to buy a new pair for a bit cheaper, I might as well give these a shot. If they're as good as you say they should be a steal for $30. Thanks, I've been stuck using earbuds for months :/
I have these Audio Technica ATH-ANC7b and I like them a lot. Amazon has them for $122. My only complaint with them is that they do leak sound a little, but it's not that big a deal unless you need something absolutely silent.
If you're around the $100 price range the audio-technica noise-cancelling headphones seem the only way to go. Quality comparable, although obviously bested, by the $300+ Bose headphones.
Unless for some reason you don't value noise cancelling, -- then the open-ear ones sound better at lower prices though. But they make you a douchebag when you wear them in public.
Edit: I mean these ones specifically. They are fucking phenomenal beyond any expectations I had for headphones in this price range-- including construction quality and comfort. And this isn't just someone who is excited because its the first pair of expensive headphones they've ever comparing them to the apple earbuds they've used since 8th grade (like 90% of the time someone rave reviews a "premium" item).
http://www.amazon.com/Technica-ATH-ANC7B-Noise-Cancelling-Closed-Back-Headphones/dp/B002HWJT1A/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1301168431&amp;sr=1-1
i've had to use these for 12 hours at a time (flying between asia and US) and they're just as comfy and only $15 or so more, while preserving my audio quality much better.
For the most part, bose headphones don't have the audio quality that matches their price point. Bose computer speakers and sound systems definitely do, but their headphone sales are basically from hype and their reputation from making incredible speakers.
I'm not saying I'm against Bose, I just can generally find a better alternative to every Bose model out there for almost any situation.
I have four very long flights coming up (two 13 hours and two 9 hours), and I am interested in some comfortable active noise cancelling headphones. To be honest I've never tried noise cancelling on an airplane, but I hear it helps. I'm also willing to try anything to make those flights more comfortable, so I figure that's a way to go.
Over ear would be best I think. Budget is $100-200.
I've looked into Bo$e, but that seems like overkill. Audio Technica has these, but I'm not sure how comfortable they are. I've always read here than Sennis are great, and I'm interested in these, but they don't have noise cancelling.
Am I on the right track? Any help is appreciated.
I had a pair of these and they're falling apart - they didn't bug me, but they were a bit too warm. Same sort of idea, as far as ANC goes though right?
https://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-ANC7B-QuietPoint-Noise-Cancelling-Closed-Back/dp/B002HWJT1A/ref=sr_1_13?s=electronics&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1543257548&amp;sr=1-13&amp;keywords=audio+technica+headphones
Looking for a good pair of noise cancelling headphones, at the request of one of my family members, to be used when flying on airplanes
She's not a big audiophile or anything of that sort, so sound quality isn't a topmost priority. I'd say comfort + ability to cancel noise is the #1 priority.
Not looking to spend more than $100
I saw these on Amazon from audio technica, but certain reviews complain about comfort which is why I'm hesitant to pull the trigger
http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-ANC7B-QuietPoint-Noise-Cancelling-Closed-Back/dp/B002HWJT1A/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1453590002&amp;sr=8-2&amp;keywords=audio+technica+noise+cancelling
Also added this into the mix:
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD-280-Pro-Headphones/dp/B000065BPB/ref=sr_1_14?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1453590433&amp;sr=8-14&amp;keywords=noise+cancelling+headphones
In my friends band, they use Sony MDR-V6's for Vocal recording, im not sure about drumming. They also use MDR-V150's which are cheaper, but on ear.
http://www.amazon.com/electronics/dp/B001EYU3L2
http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-ANC7B-QuietPoint-Noise-Cancelling-Closed-Back/dp/B002HWJT1A/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1375659053&amp;sr=1-2&amp;keywords=noise+cancelling
I bought these a couple years ago
I don't remember them being that expensive though. The noise cancellation is a big plus. They are comparable to Bose's TP-1A's IMO.
I would highly recommend these
http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-ANC7B-QuietPoint-Noise-Cancelling-Closed-Back/dp/B002HWJT1A
$125 is normal if you find them on sale which usually isn't hard they can be found for under $100. They have solid sound cancelling and a good sound. Often compared to Bose Quiet Comfort and beat or at least equals it in quality but cheaper. I have had a set for 4ish year and they are solid.
You want these https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002HWJT1A/ref=wms_ohs_product?ie=UTF8&amp;psc=1
I picked up THESE on amazon. They're currently on sale for $25 cheaper than what I paid for them (gerrr) - $123.16 + prime free shipping (if you qualify). Used them for flying over seas and they work great.
Great sound quality and comfortable.
These are the first set of noise cancelling head phones so I don't know if this is normal but initially (first hour), I got a really bad head ache. took them off and was fine, Put them on and the head ache came back. The next flight, no problems at all. It might have just been an adjustment period? Or dehydration? who knows, anyway, just throwing it out there.
I own the V-Moda Crossfade LP and they are fantastic. Relatively cheap as well.
http://www.amazon.com/V-MODA-Crossfade-Over-Ear-Noise-Isolating-Headphone/dp/B003BYRGKY A little over budget, but literally the best headphones I've ever used in my whole life.
EDIT: Also, the white ones are 7 dollars cheaper for some reason. $123
Update : Put metal headband headphones in amazon, strangely enough with such terms it actually returned something : http://www.amazon.co.uk/V-MODA-Crossfade-Over-Ear-Noise-Isolating-Headphones-Gunmetal-Black/dp/B003BYRGKY/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1407961978&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=metal+headband+headphones
These look like a strong candidate for me. Somethings are made out of kevlar :O Military grade !
Edit: They leak a fair ammount of sound and this is something I actually need to consider as I will be taking these into work at some point.
I personally love the Razer Taipan ambidextrous gaming mouse, it's perfect for someone like me with big hands.
I've always had a problem with headphones falling apart on me, either some plasticy bit snaps or the cord breaks etc, I don't think I'm going to have that problem with the V-Moda Crossfade LP since everything important is made of metal / replaceable, it also helps that they're the most comfortable pair of headphones I've personally worn.
Amazon has what appears to be the same one as in the picture. Amazon's picture isn't as fancy though.
I personally use these headphones
with this microphone
Not only did people say my sound quality increased over my 80$ gaming headphones but my headphone sound quality skyrocketed as well. Maybe no directly comparable but it was still a jarringly nice switch.
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Looking to get my first pair of on-ear/over ear headphones and need some help!
Budget - No more than $150
Source - Both laptop and iPhone
Requirements for Isolation - I would like a good amount of isolation as I plan on using these both in my apartment (3 roommates so it occasionally gets noisy) and on long trips where I'd like to block out most background noise e.g. on a train or plane. Since I plan on using these to Skype as well, being able to hear myself talk is important, just so I know I'm not shouting or anything (I'm a noob to headphones so for all I know this will never be an issue, but just making sure!)
Preferred Type of Headphone - Definitely closed because I may use them in quiet areas like a library. No innate preference for on-ear or over-ear but they need to be super comfortable (wearable for anywhere from 2-5 hours) and portable
Preferred tonal balance - I would like an overall balanced pair
Past headphones - I've always gotten some of the cheapest IEMs I can find ($15-25) at CVS/Best Buy, or the Apple earbuds. Right now I'm using a pair of Philips IEMs, no idea of the model.
Preferred Music - I listen to a lot of indie rock, indie pop, but also anything from dream pop to post-rock to the occasional hip-hop.
Other important info: I'd like to use the headphones for a wide range of activities: Music, TV shows/movies, Skyping, and gaming. I'm not a hardcore FPS gamer (more into RPGs and relaxed multiplayer games), and I care more about noise isolation than sound stage, but I don't want the headphones to be considered crappy for gaming either. But my standards are pretty low: As long as they fulfill the same quality that a cheap pair of CVS earbuds gives me when gaming, then I'm fine with it.
A few headphones have caught my eye: V-MODA Crossfade M80 (I know they're on-ear so I'm worried about long-term comfort), the V-MODA Crossfade LP (probably more comfortable than the M80?), and the AT ATH-M50 since they seem like a very popular entry-level choice
I'm open to a lot of suggestions as long as they are closed, very comfortable, decently portable, and are acceptable to use for gaming. Thanks!
I would highly suggest the VMODA Crossfades for gaming and music.
I think the noise reduction in these is perfect for keeping ambient noise down, to the point of allowing you to enjoy music or in-game sounds.
I have played several games including FPS, RTS, and some fun indie games with different types of soundtracks. The ability to hone in on where sounds are coming from is really solid in these headphones.
They are comfortable, and stylish (my least concern but it was a nice bonus!). They are light, but sturdy. They also sell a microphone attachment which was an amazing addition. I definitely recommend it.
TL;DR: I had the same desire, gaming+music, and the VMODA Crossfades deliver.
Headphones: www.amazon.com/dp/B003BYRGKY/ref=tstrdtcc_hdphnes
Mic: www.amazon.com/dp/B00BJ17WKK/ref=tstrdtcc_mic
I love my Crossfade LP headset, which is plug-and-play with the PS4 chat function via the controller plug.
Editing to add that these are wired, not wireless, but they are big (I too haz big head), comfortable, and deliver excellent sound quality and isolation.
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Budget | $140. I really would not to go higher. The cheaper the better.
Source | Spotify on LG G2 and on Macbook Pro
Requirements for Isolation | Doesn't really matter. I plan to use them whenever I'm sitting for long periods of time like home or at the library etc.
Preferred type of Headphone | Full-sized, closed, comfortable.
Preferred tonal balance | I don't really know much about highs, mids, lows but I do like me some bass. I don't want it to ruin everything else but I like bass.
Past Headphones | I had ATH-M30s that were okay. I haven't had them in a while but nothing spectacular. Other than that just IEMs.
Preferred Music | I like rap and rock but I have phases with different genres.
What I've seen | After searching for hours I've narrowed it down to ATH-M50s, Creative Aurvana Live! 2, Sony MDR7506 and MDRV6, NVX XPT100, and the V-MODA Crossfade LP
Budget - 150-170$ hard limit
Source - Laptop, iPhone, DJ Mixer
Requirements for Isolation - Isolation is very important for me, because most of the time I will use them on the train or DJing
Preferred Type of Headphone Over-Ear preferred
Preferred tonal balance - Kind of a bass lover, but not exaggerated
Past headphones - Beats Studio (yeah, I know... I was young and silly)
Preferred Music - Electronic Music (especially Trap & Electro House), Hip Hop
Location - Italy (don't worry about it, Italian Amazon works great and the prices are very similar to the American store, the only con is that sometimes they have less products)
I'm Considering
[V-MODA Crossfade LP] (http://www.amazon.com/V-MODA-Crossfade-Over-Headphones-Gunmetal/dp/B003BYRGKY/ref=pd_cp_e_0) [129$]
The cheapest option, durable and DJ-friendly, but what about the sound quality? Can it stand a comparison with the other headphones?
[Audio-Technica ATH-M50x] (http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-M50x-Professional-Monitor-Headphones/dp/B00HVLUR86/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1412457622&amp;sr=1-2&amp;keywords=audio+technica+ath-m50) [169$]
From what I heard, great sound quality, but is it possible to use them as DJ headphones without breaking them in 1 month?
[Sennheiser HD25-1 II] (http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD25-1-II-Closed-Back-Headphones/dp/B000TDZOXG/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1412457578&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=sennheiser+hd+25-1+ii) [205$]
Possibly the best option, but out of my price range at the moment.. Do you think they are worth the extra price? If so, I can start to put my liver on auction on eBay :D
Thanks for all your kind suggestions, hope you all have a great day :)
Amazon Canada has them for $69.99
http://www.amazon.ca/V-MODA-Crossfade-Over-Ear-Noise-Isolating-Headphone/dp/B003BYRGKY
I think I might still recommend the Crossfade LP's... People love them, the highs and mids are sure to probably be the best you've ever heard if you've only used apple earbuds. They're also very durable and pretty nice looking.
http://www.amazon.com/Crossfade-Over-Ear-Noise-Isolating-Headphone-Gunmetal/dp/B003BYRGKY/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1382977487&amp;sr=1-1&amp;keywords=vmoda+crossfade+lp
I got my Crossfade LP's on sale at RadioShack for $100 a year and a half ago.
I checked real quick, $110 on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Crossfade-Over-Ear-Noise-Isolating-Headphone-Gunmetal/dp/B003BYRGKY
Try V-Moda Crossfade LPs or LP 2s as they have great bass and look great
I have V-Moda CrossFade LP's, are they even considered high end?
(Pic) http://g-ecx.images-amazon.com/images/G/01/electronics/detail-page2/B003BYRGKY-1.jpg
Or... if you don't have hundreds of dollars to waste, head over to /r/headphones, check out the sidebar info, and pick out literally anything else described as "closed" or "isolating".
Bose headphones are really, really good at active noise canceling, and really really shitty for actual music quality. Unfortunately, active noise cancelling is designed for, and only actually works on, static background noise. Since I'm pretty sure that most libraries and apartment buildings are full of talking, stomping, chewing, paper-rustling people, rather than small engines and machines... you're not going to get anything out of Bose that justifies the ridiculous price tag. It makes much more sense to get something that blocks out all types of noise mechanically, and spend your money on better sound quality instead.
Case in point:
Invest in a pair of these for a hundred quid, or really push the boat out and get a pair of these for 300.
Its a shame you aren't able to enjoy little things in life like this, but if things like this really do tick you off that much, consider investing in a pair of these
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Discontinued.
https://www.amazon.com/Bose-QuietComfort-Cancelling-Discontinued-Manufacturer/dp/B0054JJ0QW
i have the same question.. i use a Bose QuietComfort 15 http://www.amazon.com/Bose-QuietComfort-Acoustic-Cancelling-Headphones/dp/B0054JJ0QW. are they good enough already?
Have you ever put on a pair of headphones with active noise cancelling? They can be extremely effective for this.
If you want a really good set and don't mind dropping a bit of money, try a pair of these on: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0054JJ0QW/ref=psdc_12097479011_t3_B00VW7U8X4
There's a newer versions as well (QC 25 and 35) but the 25s aren't built as well and the 35s have a non-replaceable battery, which is a no-go if you want it to last a long time. The QC 15 and 25 sets use AAA's.
YES! I got these earlier this year: http://www.amazon.com/Bose-QuietComfort-Acoustic-Cancelling-Headphones/dp/B0054JJ0QW
Also I bought a few cheap wireless mice at a store and found one I liked quite a lot.
Also you might like a USB monitor?
Depending on your budget, these are the ones i have.
http://www.amazon.com/Bose-QuietComfort-Acoustic-Cancelling-Headphones/dp/B0054JJ0QW/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1419653736&amp;sr=8-5&amp;keywords=bose+headphones
I have Bose QC 15 and I know they may not get the most love here, but as far as isolation and comfort go, they can't be beat. the 25's are also out if you're looking to spend the total $300.
I listen to everything from 90's alternative, house, to rap with them and I enjoy every second of it. All my friends who borrow them seem to love them as well. For $170 though, I think the QC 15's are a steal.
Love noise-canceling headphones. I haven't ever found a pair of in-ear buds that felt ok, though; they always magnify every sound (including my breathing and movement) and that has the opposite effect.
My favorite are the Bose QuietComfort series (discontinued, but there are other, newer versions). They're magical. I slip them on, the world melts away. Truly one of the best hardware purchases I've ever made.
I've found these
edit; that was probably a bit too brief... I was asking if these would be a better option, all my details have come form cnet...
edit 1.2; When my sister tried out the beats she said the exact same thing. I personally like them, and if the prices are a bit inflated, I am a person that will be preordering the halo: 4 collectors edition, also the AC3 and BO2; I know about inflated prices. I know I'm part of the "problem" but I'm willing to have the "corporate assholes" shove the products down my throat...
I bit the bullet and got these noise cancelling headphones:http://www.amazon.com/Bose%C2%AE-QuietComfort%C2%AE-Acoustic-Cancelling%C2%AE-Headphones/dp/B0054JJ0QW
The noise cancelling is great, whenever i get annoyed I just put em on, turn it on, and listen to music. I haven't tried them with earplugs inside, but you could do that too, for some peaceful quiet :)
> Out of curiosity, what do you generally buy online that is cheaper/better somewhere else over Amazon?
It depends on the product. Most of the time I switch, it's to a storefront on eBay. Many of the established sellers on there provide just as good of a service as Amazon because they really fight to protect their score.
Here's an example: I have a pair of noise cancelling headphones. So, I search Google for "headphones noise cancelling with cord". One of the first results is for the Bose QuietComfort 15 Acoustic Noise Cancelling Headphones. They're even discontinued, which should bring the price down more. OK, click through, and we get roughly $248 from Amazon. Go to eBay, and one of the first hits I get is for the same headphones for $220. Well, OK, so theres "46 new from $230", if I feel like letting a 3rd party fulfill the sale. That might bring the price down to the same level and, with the Prime shipping, it might be a wash.
And that's just one example, and I swear I didn't cherry pick this either. It's just the first thing on my desk I looked at. This is VERY typical of my experience on Amazon. Yeah, you might be getting a great deal on shipping with Prime, but the reality is they still got $100 from you for the year minimum for that shipping AND they're charging higher prices in many cases.
Also, I think there's something to be said for dealing with the individual merchant, even if it is through an umbrella portal like eBay. By default, when you buy on Amazon, it will be fulfilled by Amazon by default. To my way of thinking, that's a conflict of interest and I don't like it. I would rather support a merchant on eBay instead because eBay doesn't muddy the water by simultaneously trying to service all the retail verticals AND host others as well. They've gotten so large that they have an unfair advantage over those merchants; whether or not they'd like to admit it.
I heartily recommend a pair of Bose QC15 or QC25 headphones. I got my dad a pair of them 5 years ago and they still hold up. There is an cable mic attachment for them. I find them great because of the neutral sound, essentially everything is strong and nothing sounds too tinny. If you want something more specialized though look elsewhere
There's a link to them under episode 5, which they were mentioned in
Since you're taking /u/klepperx's suggestions and saving some money, you could get a much better microphone and still stay under budget. Since you're getting a desk microphone, there's no need to get a headset (although the Cloud / Cloud II would definitely be the ones to get). What kind of fit and sound signature do you like? Do you need the headphone to be portable? What are your requirements for isolation? Here's my reccommendations at ~$100:
If you don't like any of the headphone recommendations, try the /r/headphones purchase advice assistant.
Brainwavz HM5 Studio Monitor Headphones $110
https://www.amazon.com/_/dp/B006MA9XXM/
According to user reviews the m40x is terribly fragile, so i'm holding off for a bit on that until i have zero other options.
I found this one on amazon and it ships to NL: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Brainwavz-HM5-Studio-Monitor-Headphones/dp/B006MA9XXM
It's one of those Yoga rebrands mentioned in the guide. Is the m40x so much better than these for the increased price (95 euros vs ~75 including shipping for the HM5)? Because that HM5 looks a lot sturdier (and better, to me at least :) ).
EDIT: The HM5 doesn't seem to fare much better, and seems to have a less reachable support. Give and take a i guess.
I'm not sure if you'd be able to acquire them locally, but a good set of neutral headphones with great isolation are the Fischer Audio FA-003. This pair of headphones have been rebranded by both Brainwavz and NVX (sorry, Amazon US links):
I, personally, have the NVX versions. With a direct signal, these headphones have a neutral sound signature. But listening to the tracks you've provided and using an equalizer via my Creative Sound Blaster E5, I'm able to really emphasize the bass response in these headphones and make them more fun (try Porter Robinson's song "Language").
These headphones require a pretty simple amplifier to give them good volume. Your MacBook Pro will have no problem driving these headphones, as I've used mine with them and had no issues.
As for isolation, these have the best isolation of the headphones I own. As a result, you'll hear more, and the people around you will hear less. I don't have to turn the volume up much to enjoy these, and even at those low volumes, I can't hear anybody around me talking or making noise. I've used these at the office at work, and they're great.
As for the issue regarding warmth, I really don't experience that with these. And I've not had any Bose headphones (although that will change next week) to support or counter your claims of them making your ears warm.
Let me know if you have any questions!
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The Sennheiser Hd598 is probably one of the best middle-range options there are. They are very comfortable with good build quality. They have a very clear sound to them with tight bass (does not overwhelm). The only con is that they do not isolate well, but if you use them at home, this shouldn't be a problem. OH and playing Fps games with these are great, you can pinpoint sounds really well.
If you want a closed option, check out the Brainwavz Hm5, they also have a very balanced sound and leather cups that are to die for. But if you don't mind no isolation, go for the Hd598.
You should take that to /r/headphones daily purchase advice thread.
Here are a couple of pairs:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B006MA9XXM
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0093PVTPS
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00HVLUR86
It's not really a closed back equivalent of the HD 600 afaik but the HM5 is a pretty solid neutral closed back headphone. Between my other pairs (and the broken HM5 headband which was entirely my fault) I don't use it as much because I heavily prefer open headphones but I still like them and they seem to be pretty well regarded in general. They're also on sale right now, no idea for how long.
There's also the HD 380 Pro though I don't have any personal experience with them so I can't say much about them. There also doens't seem to be a lot of talk about them here but they have pretty solid reviews everywhere that sells them and, worst case scenario, a lot of vendors have a 30 day refund system.
Budget - around US$150 and US$200 (can be a lot more like US$600, depending on durability; so a good margin here)
Source - computer (PC/Notebook)
Requirements for Isolation - Not sure, to be honest. I will use them only at home/work.
Will you be using these Headphones in Public? - No. Not at all.
Preferred Type of Headphone - Over the ear (with mic is a plus but not required)
Preferred tonal balance - high. volume. like, really loud. I don't understand that much but I need something capable of act almost like a pc speaker because I have some hearing problem (yes, literally)
Past headphones - Sony Pulse Elite Wireless. 3 of them.
Preferred Music - rock, metal, pop, ost games and others. since I only want a loud one is not really important, I guess.
What would you like to improve on from your set-up - I don't like they break in like 6-8 months. I hate the input for USB/charging cable because it stops working in a few months. I have 3 pairs of this thing and I really like the volume; really high/loud (I don't use that "bass impact" at all). I did buy a Razer Kraken V2 and, I don't know if was something with the computeres I tested, but this had really low volume (other people confirmed too) - but they were very confortable. I would like to keep volume high as the Pulse Elite and, if possible, a bit more confortable - since I keep it 10 hours a day and use glasses; but volume is top priority.
Hope you guys can help since I have no idea where/what to search. SPL/sensitivity seems to be something overlooked by the companies and not a standardized measure.
the assistant gave me two choices: NVX XPT100 and Brainwavz HM5 but I don't know if any of them are as loud as Pulse Elite
FYI: the Kingston HyperX Cloud was essentially a rebranded Takstar Pro 80 with a mic. This should help you find more info if you want to compare.
I would not recommend the Fostex without a separate amp, and it isolates quite a bit less than other closed headphones.
In terms of the NVX XPT100 - this thing goes under a lot of names (all essentially the same headphone from Chinese brand "Yoga" with different pads). For instance, the Brainwavz HM5 at 180 CAD. These still have a somewhat rough sound, but the treble isn't quite as crazy as the HyperX Cloud.
My choice in that range for closed headphones would probably be the ATH M50x at 200 CAD. This would be a bit warmer sound, with a less severely distorted bass than the HyperX Cloud.
I was thinking the Brainwavs with a add on mic and a decent amp for general musical purposes.
That puts me over budget, but not by that much. Do you see any glaring flaws in that plan that I might not of noticed?
Budget - up to £100, would prefer less
Source - Mainly Sony Xperia T phone (though this will be replaced by another Android device in a few months), also PC
Requirements for Isolation - Good isolation (I'd definitely prefer closed-back)
Preferred Type of Headphone - Over-ear
Preferred tonal balance - Neutral if possible, maybe a slight emphasis on bass
Past headphones -
Preferred Music - EDM, Rock, Rap, Classical - really a variety, I'd like the headphones to be fairly versatile if possible
Location - United Kingdom
What I'm essentially looking for is some headphones with a balance of sound quality and style, whilst still being affordable. I'll be wanting to wear them out-and-about and I'm not particularly interested in having massive black cans around my neck. I know this is pretty vain, but I do find it frustrating that there aren't a lot of style choices for high quality headphones on the market, particularly in this price range. It seems like you have to choose between audiophilia and fashion.
Anyway, I've researched a few, and frankly what I really want are the Audio-Technica ATH-M50XBLs to be honest, but they're a bit pricey for me. In terms of good quality sound for a lower price, the BRAINWAVZ HM5 seem like a no brainer, but they're pretty huge and not exactly what I was thinking. A nice style I've found for a good price are the Philips SHL5905BK CitiScape Uptowns, but I don't know anything about the sound quality of these.
So, are there any such headphones which are stylish like the Uptowns but have the sound quality of the HM5s, without having to spend as much as the Audio-Techincas? There's an irritatingly specific challenge for you! Thanks.
Edit: During further research I've found reports that the Philips CitiScape Uptowns are actually pretty good on sound quality too. Can anyone confirm or deny?
I recommend the Brainwavz HM5 simply because of the soundstage and the comfort . Although you can probably find it cheaper elsewhere,i got a pair for $100 like two weeks ago.Blue snowball is a great microphone.
Thanks! Those look nice but I'm still worried about the cable breaking.
Do you know anything about either of these?
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01CZNLRLK?ref_=ams_ad_dp_ttl
https://smile.amazon.com/Brainwavz-HM5-Studio-Monitor-Headphones/dp/B006MA9XXM/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8
These Headphones
and an Audio-technica AT2020 or a Blue Yeti is my personal favorite setup for the price and quality. I have had alot of headphones, this was the best for the price I got it at. I would take this setup over Astros any day and the headphones can be used for music aswell.
Edit: Sennheiser Headsets such as the G4ME ONES are superior to the Astros imo. The MixAmp is probably the best thing with the Astros and is really handy for gaming.
These are just the best headsets, in my opinion, for their price. If you can spend more than $200, you can get awesome headphones.
Posting again to see if I can get any more opinions:
Budget - soft $100, hard $150
Source - Phone and PC
Requirements for Isolation - I'll mostly be using them in public places (bus, college lounges, work), so more is better.
Preferred Type of Headphone - over-ear
Preferred tonal balance - Balanced overall, but with strong melody ranges and bass? So warm to neutral, probably? (I'm new at this)
Past headphones - Sennheiser HD 280 and 439. Liked the sound of the 439 a lot (particularly with pop and EDM), but not a huge fan of the felt-like padding or the plasticky build (though it was sturdy).
Preferred Music - Hugely varied, but currently leaning towards pop/dance, EDM, rock, and indie rock/pop. Recent playlists include Monsters & Men, Zedd, Flo Rida, Little Mix, Green Day, Owl City, and the Jackson 5.
Since last time, I think I've narrowed it down to Audio-Technica ATH-M40x, Creative Aurvana Live, Brainwavz HM5, and NVX XPT100, but I'm open to anything. I thought I had settled on the HM5s, but then I found XPT100s are the same thing (with different pads/headband) for $50 less, and a number of reviews (see here) ranked the M40x above either (due to poor fit), so now I'm unsure again.
https://www.amazon.com/beyerdynamic-DT-770-Pro-ohm/dp/B0016MNAAI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1482247830&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=dt+770
Maybe something like the DT770? Over the ear and doesn't have a replicable cord, but the next recommendation will have that :)
I've heard great things about the HM5 and it seems to fit your needs.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B006MA9XXM?psc=1
A bit more expensive, but I love them: HM5s
Everyone's favorite ATH-M50 comes in a pretty cool colors.
http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATH-M50s-LE-Professional-Headphones/dp/B006L404KU/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1334338879&amp;sr=8-5
http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATHM50-Pro-Headphones/dp/B007GC4L7S/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1334338879&amp;sr=8-7
I like the way the HM5s look, but she might not like it.
http://www.amazon.com/BRAINWAVZ-HM5-Studio-Monitor-Headphones/dp/B006MA9XXM/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1334339506&amp;sr=1-1
Or you could get her what she wants because she doesn't care about SQ and just style.
Hmm, Brainwavz HM5 comes to my mind, you won't break the bank, it will be very comfy, closed-back so you won't bother anyone around you, detachable cables and decent, neutral-ish sound...
also rule 1, rip your post
sennheiser momentums? http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-505630-Momentum-Headphone-Brown/dp/B009QV15DU.
using them ATM they are amazing
Sennheiser Momentum
They're $50 over your price range, but they're really well built and sound great.
I'm considering the sennheiser momentum
link #1
link #2
why is #1 $100 more?edit: link#1 is over ear link #2 is on ear
I love these headphones. I wear them for hours and never hurt my ears or get uncomfortable. But make sure you are looking at the over the ear version, not the on ear.
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-505630-Momentum-Headphone-Brown/dp/B009QV15DU
Sennheiser Momentum.
Howdy friends. My headphones recently broke, and I'm in a pickle using old crappy on-ear ones. I used the headphone purchase assistant yesterday but it doesn't quite have the parameters I'm looking for, so I'm hoping to get slightly more customized input.
From the Purchase assistant I am considering:
Now the real parameters that the headphone assistant didn't cover were noise canceling and comfort. Say what you will about Beats, but for all the trash talk audiophiles gave me about having them (they were a gift anyway!) none of their "superior and cheaper" headphones were anywhere near as comfortable (and were often even painful) and did not isolate me like my 1st gen Beats Studios did. A removable cable is also required because I don't want to be stuck with a broken cable at any point, but I much doubt that at my price range I won't find ones with removable cables.
Additionally I am not entirely sure on the Sennheiser front because while I liked the bass coloration from the beats (which is part of why I considered sennies) I produce music, and I think my next upgrade should include that in its purpose.
Also I tried my friend's M50x about 6 years ago and while I enjoyed their sound to a degree, I found them to be a bit uncomfortable. Considering changing pads but a little scared.
TL;DR of my parameters:
Apologies for wall of text, and thank you so much to whoever helps me out!
Budget: <$300 (can hover around/slightly above $300)
Source: HTC One, Macbook. I have a FiiO model E06 amp I lost the charger to (can you point me to a charging cable that will work? The amp looks like this).
Isolation/Noise Canceling: I want to use these out and about, so noise isolation (not canceling) is a requirement.
Preferred Type of Headphone: Full Size, Over Ear (Closed), Reasonably Portable. For examples, I'm looking at the [Sennheiser Momentum]
(http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-Momentum-Headphone-Brown/dp/B009QV15DU) and VMODA M100. Anything like these.
Importance of aesthetics: Sound is paramount, but I don't want hideous cans on my head. As long as it looks reasonably cool I won't mind. Aim for this, or any of the above examples.
Owned headphones:
The other pairs I've owned are some inconsequential earbuds.
Primary Genres: Priority #1 Sorry if I'm assigning these bands to the wrong genres
Other Genres: These aren't the types of music I listen to very often, and when I do it's usually when I'm working out; therefore, I probably won't be using these headphones anyway.
Tonal Balance/Sound Preferences: The takeaway from the genres: not sure. I want a versatile, balanced headphone. No overpowering Bass.
Thanks a ton for any recommendations you share!
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-Momentum-Headphone-Brown/dp/B009QV15DU not a bad price the black ones are 181 but look noice.
Personally I like the AKG K550 over both, a bit pricer, but combines the sound of open headphones with the practicalities of a closed pair. I also like the Sennheiser Momentum Over-Ear.
Of the 2 though I would definitely go for the HD 598 if you don't need isolation.
The sennheiser momentums are a pretty good example. Not super cheap but very good quality for the price imo.
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-Momentum-Headphone-Brown/dp/B009QV15DU
EDIT: a litte cheaper and another good example are the sennheiser HD 598
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD-598-Over-Ear-Headphones/dp/B0042A8CW2
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-Momentum-Headphone-Brown/dp/B009QV15DU
> momentum
These?
Maybe I'm missing something?
How about one of these 2
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B009QV15DU
http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0064ACZ9O/
What's your recommendation for both portable and desktop use? >$500 US budget. Right now I'm looking at a Fiio E17 and a set of Sennheiser Momentums (over ear). I listen to CD-quality or better lossless files on an iPod/iPhone/MacBook Pro. I don't care about built in iPod controls/mic, but if there's a version of the headphones with that built in, I'll probably get that one. No brand loyalties.
My holy grail headphones would be something in the same design as the Bose Triports (slim, very lightweight, circumaural), but with excellent sound.
Budget - <$500 US. Closer to $350 would be ideal, but $500 if it's worth it (which I think it probably is). I don't currently have a DAC/headphone amp, so I'm hoping to fit that into the total.
Source - iPod, iPhone, MacBook Pro.
Requirements for Isolation - I don't need to block out other sound, but I don't want people sitting next to me in the library to hear my music. This is important to me.
Preferred Type of Headphone - Circumaural preferred, but on the slimmer side--I would also consider IEMs. My only experience with IEMS was a set of $80 Ultimate Ears that I found uncomfortable and difficult to achieve a good seal with. They broke after ~6 years of light use.
Preferred tonal balance - I'm not sure, although I know I don't want a ton of extra bass.
Past headphones - Right now I'm using a set of Sennheiser HD280 Pros at my desk, and some Klipsch S4i's for walking around. Both are fine, but neither really blows me away. I once had 5 minutes alone with some HD800s, and I've been pining after that kind of sound ever since. I know I can't afford to get there right now, but I'd like to get a little closer. Also, I don't want these new headphones to be as big as the 280's, if possible. I find them too big and heavy to wear walking around.
Preferred Music - A little of everything, but a lot of rock. Usually punk, pop-punk, power metal, 80s/90s pop rock--mainly vocal and guitar heavy stuff. I want to clearly hear the bass, but it should never overpower the rest of the instruments. I also listen to quite a bit of acoustic guitar, and some classical piano.
Location - US.
I've had these, so far I have no complaints. I would recommend the XL pads for the ears, deeper ear pockets.
https://www.amazon.com/V-MODA-Crossfade-Over-Ear-Noise-Isolating-Headphone/dp/B00A39PPDK
I've heard good things about this one, r/headphones probably has other options. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00018MSNI
Edit:these are on sale, I've never listened to this model though:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00HYH7HXA
[vModa m100] (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00A39PPDK/ref=twister_B00AB262GI?_encoding=UTF8&amp;psc=1)
are an excellent pair. Cable is study and cheap to replace, headphones are extremely durable. Would recommend XL pads for the extra $20 too. Wouldn't say they are flat exactly but they definitely fit in with your past headphones.
Audio-technica ATH-M50's are great and are usually around the $100 price mark if you can't find them for under $120 wait for a massdrop or for them to get cheaper on amazon.
Edit: I personally use Beyerdynamic Custom One pros and V-Moda M-100's but both of those are probably a bit out of your price range.
Hello /r/headphones users! I am going to be changing my current daily driver headphones again and I want to make sure that I've got a decent enough setup to drive these.
Whenever I built my gaming/multimedia PC that I own, it was in the 2012 era. I don't really remember having access to as many cool external headphone amp/dac combos as we do today. (OR I am just ignorant in regards to their existence) So what I did, was install a PCI Soundcard.
This one in particular, the Asus ROG Xonar Phoebus. It has been great to me and I have been loving this card's peformance. The software UI is easy to use and it has the ability to drive some pretty wicked headphones (I believe up to 150ohm).
Currently, I use the V-MODA Crossfade M-100 and they have been great to me. However, now that my wife has moved in - the closed back headphones make it difficult to hear her when she is in the same room. :(.
I am planning on switching to the new Massdrop x Senheiser HD 6XX headphones.
I know that my Phoebus will be able to drive these guys properly, but I'm curious if I would see any additional performance gains if I switched to an external dac+amp combo. I was specifically thinking about one of these two:
Would I gain any additional performance on my current (or future) daily setup by purchasing one of these units?
Thank you for any help that you all can provide - I really would like to discuss this further with the community.
If he offered 120 he'll go for 130. I would take that deal, and get these https://www.amazon.co.uk/Audio-Technica-ATH-M50X-Monitor-Professional-Headphones/dp/B00HVLUR86/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1467297662&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=audio+technica+ath-m50x
I'm in the states so I found the UK link. These will blow the Beats away.
If you're willing to shell out a bit of pocket cash, go with these https://www.amazon.co.uk/V-Moda-Crossfade-Over-Ear-Noise-Isolating-Headphones/dp/B00A39PPDK/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1467297817&amp;sr=8-2&amp;keywords=V-moda
They're what I have and they are beyond belief. Though, I can assure you the Audio Technica's are a huge quality upgrade over the Beats by every standard.
> Vmoda M100
Lol. on amazon they have some nonsensical pictures, what with them on a scantily clad lady as well as wrapped around a microphone for some strange reason.
Hopefully they sound great and feel comfortable on you. I have a pair of audio technica ath m50x's and they're utterly fantastic for me.
VMode Crossfade M-100's.
Fucking godlike. If you're going to dump 300 dollars on headphones, get these - they're stylish, and the quality is through the roof.
http://www.amazon.com/V-MODA-Crossfade-Over-Ear-Noise-Isolating-Headphone/dp/B00A39PPDK/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1409464683&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=vmoda+crossfade+m-100
https://www.amazon.com/V-MODA-Crossfade-Over-Ear-Noise-Isolating-Headphone/dp/B00A39PPDK
Also been looking around and debating between Philips X1 or Denon D600 or Sennheiser HD 598 or V-MODA Crossfade M-100 or Beyerdynamic-770-PRO-80 or Beyerdynamic Custom One Pro or ATH-AD900X
Im really leaning towards the Custom One pros since there on sale for 179.99 on ebay but are they better then Sennheiser HD 598?
Also how big is the difference between noise cancelling headphones with Open/Closed ones and would it matter with music playing?
Thank you so much for your advice :)
Why are you the second person to cite that and cite it incorrectly?
Can no one who watches that listen to what he says? He flat out says the only reason his earbuds were bad is because they didn't have enough cable length between the point where the wires split and each ear. He directly says that earbuds with slightly longer cables would probably work fine.
Having them go behind your head is absolutely perfect. Runners set it up like that because it gets the cables completely out of the way. Just don't be stupid to use a pair that is too short for this.
His "wired" headset was a usb headset and his problem is that the cable is really long. First, using a usb headset for gaming is very stupid. Second, you should be using a headset that has a 3.5mm cable jack so you can use any cable of any length.
A quality headset like this: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002DP1FTU
Use a 6in cable and nothing will hang down at all.
I am starting to think this guy has really stupid people watching his videos and he isn't doing enough to combat that stupidity, simply telling people things isn't enough. Maybe he should have an on screen graphic?
Invest in a nice pair of headphones.
I recommend V-Moda Crossfades. They are extremely high quality, have great customer support, and are definitely BIFL. Those things are tested to military standards while maintaining a badass look. They also sound much better than a pair of Beats that you could get for the same (if not higher) price.
(IIRC you can also custom order some laser-engraved sideplates. Yes, those metal plates on the sides are interchangeable.)
If you have an Ipod/mp3 player, download this song ( http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qMfoRqbS-Ko ) or something similar with a youtube to mp3 site like this: ( http://www.youtube-mp3.org/ ) use CopyTrans Manager, ( http://www.copytrans.net/ ) a free program, to transfer it to ipod. Then find an isolated place, like a shed or shop, preferably where the sun doesn't shine, and listen to the track on a loop while writing. It works for me. Also try to think about sad, creepy things before writing, to get you even more into the mood. If you absolutely must write on the computer, just turn all your lights out as you write. If you plan on writing semi-professionally or professionally, it's a good idea to invest in some active sound-cancelling headphones like these: ( http://www.amazon.com/Bose%C2%AE-QuietComfort%C2%AE-Acoustic-Cancelling%C2%AE-Headphones/dp/B0054JJ0QW/ref=sr_1_1?s=aht&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1382932485&amp;sr=1-1 ) but if they are out of your budget, I understand.
Personally I would recommend the Sennheiser Momentums.
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-Momentum-Headphone-Brown/dp/B009QV15DU
They are a solid pair of headphones with very decent sound for mobile day to day drivers. Which is what I'm assuming you would be using a Bluetooth headset for anyways. These are wired but much better than a Bluetooth headset as far as quality and upkeep go.
sennheiser momentum http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B009QV15DU/ref=redir_mdp_mobile/192-7597106-6408029
This thread is posted nearly every day. Bose QC35 are the best headphones available and not just for VR. They are also the most comfortable headphones available - QC stands for quiet comfort after all.
Headphones can achieve most aspects of any given threshold of sound quality for cheaper than speakers.
Regarding open vs closed back, open back has a relaxed/loose quality to the sound while closed back sounds wound up/uptight. This also means open back can reproduce lower frequencies easier than closed back due to physics. Another important thing to note is that with open back headphones, you can hear outside the headphones perfectly fine, which means everyone in a certain distance from you (depending on your listening level) can hear your headphones perfectly fine too.
Regarding wireless, there's many existing solutions to wireless transmit audio from one location to another using adapters. Depending on the solution, the quality of your headphones, and your ears, you may or may not perceive quality loss and/or latency.
Regarding using a headset on both console and PC, you can buy a 2.5mm y-splitter cable for $5 anywhere online which will allow you to do so.
Finally, regarding my product recommendation, the Sennheiser HD 559, which barely fits in your budget, and has no mic which makes this a pair headphones. Unfortunately, no reputable audio company would make a serious endeavor into targeting the $50 market with quality sound. If you want to go that low, you're going to have to settle with Chinese sweatshop-level sound quality which ranges from merely acceptable to barely tolerable.
The link you posted is for the "glued" one the badseed suggested to avoid. Here's the better one. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N5VHLUG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_83YFDbWAMNCW1
Unfortunately, it's more expensive.
You will not find a better pair of headphones other than the Sennheiser Momentum Over ear for less than $200. Amazon Link These guys were about $360 when they were first released.
So the current price of the Sennheiser Momentums are $198. Are there better closed over-ear headphones out there around the same price range or is Momentum the best bang for my buck?
I listen mostly to stuff like this and this and would mostly use my laptop and phone as the source. I live in New Zealand but could just import stuff from the US easily. Cheers!
EDIT: Would the Beyerdynamic DT 770 PRO suit me better?
Sennheiser Momentum
I'm strongly considering biting the bullet on these. I had shit quality headphones my whole life, got a pair of beat solo hds and was thoroughly impressed. I'm ready to take the next step up, but I don't want to make a dumb decision. These seem like really well-rounded headphones, and I mostly play games and watch netflix/youtube videos with the headset. I also saw this Sennheiser Momentum 2.0
But it says it's for Samsung Galaxy. I have a blackberry and an iphone for music. Do new iphones use different jacks? Does it have a 3.5 mm jack? I am retarded to this stuff, so please take pity on me right now
EDIT: I should also say, an old game called Riven is what's driving this decision. It sounded so crisp, so real and powerful that it made me realize how important audio is. Cyan is doing another game called Obduction, and I want to have a really good set of headphones for when that comes out.
DOUBLE EDIT: Also, someone said the DT880s have better soundstage. Are these better? Will I need an amp?
Sennheiser HD 598 - https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD-598-Over-Ear-Headphones/dp/B0126HISOO
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Something like the Grado SR80e would work just as well and is significantly cheaper: https://www.amazon.com/Grado-SR80e-Prestige-Series-Headphones/dp/B00L1LXOWS
I deleted my comment because it came off as pretty dickish. I can tell the difference between above me and below me perfectly fine with my DT990s and audio settings set to Hi-Fi. I don't know what else to tell you other than suggesting different headphones, because they make a big difference. I'd suggest AD700x, AKG K701, or AKG K702 if you want the best sound localization you can get.
With that said, there is still room for improvement within R6's sound engine.
No matter what you choose a headset is going to require multiple wires. For mic quality no gaming headset is going to give you good quality (and they'll give you even worse sound quality). This setup is around the same as the Astros with their mixamp and is infinitely better quality in both sound and mic along with comfort.
If money is no option you could also get the AKG 701's which are amazing headphones.
Also here's a little quality comparison with the mod mic to other headsets.
People who say Astros are good don't know what good headphones actually sound like.
I have a pair of JVC HA-RX900s that I adore. I got these recently (with a cheap Logitech mic) and rarely use my 2.1 system anymore. The bass is great, but not overpowering and they have a very crisp mid/high. I'm not an audiophile per say, but I love listening to jazz and play a lot of video games. From Battlefield 3 to Starcraft 2, these cans are seriously phenomenal. They have a lot of padding and are very comfortable for long gaming sessions (I've had them on for upwards of 3 hours before).
I got them for around $75, they are on Amazon for about $68 right now. Hope this mini review helps!
You get what you pay for
For unamped I really like my Sennheiser HD280 Pro (http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD-280-Pro-Headphones/dp/B000065BPB/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1420313791&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=sennheiser+hd280+pro=
I'm a big fan of anything Sennheiser and don't think you can go wrong with them.
I have two amped setups I run (both are way out of your budget though):
Tubed:
Woo Audio now makes the WA7 which is an amp and DAC in one, if it was available when I bought my setup I probably would have gotten that instead (http://wooaudio.com/products/wa7fireflies.html)
Solid State:
Personally I prefer the warmer sound of the tubed setup.
As a former Sennheiser die hard who owned both 580's and 650's I was able to cure my cable problem pretty easily with this gadget:
http://www.amazon.com/AKG-K-701-Headphones-White/dp/B000EBBJ6Y/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1396647158&amp;sr=8-2&amp;keywords=akg+k701
I use these they're pretty good for the price. And comfortable to wear for extended periods of time.