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Ashex posted:I'm 100% certain they're not the stock pads as the guy told me he had changed them but I can't remember the name (I got these 5 years ago). If the MSR7 pads don't work out (which I hope they will) I may just jump for Beyerdynamic pads as I've heard about people using those. If the MSR7 pads don't work out but you're still keen on the headphones themselves try some Brainwavz HM5 protein leather (or lambskin, whatever you prefer). HM5s fit extremely well on the MSR7, which is something I had to do when the stock pads were too small for my ears. Would recommend non-angled pads though unless you have Prince Charles ears and need the extra depth - assuming the drivers in your Sonys behave the same with regards to how distance to ear affects the presentation. (then again if you don't mind losing some bass impact and want more sound stage, get angled)
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I got the m1060s in today and I've only had an hour to test them out but I'm very satisfied with it. Powered adequately by my laptop ((though I'll still try it out later with my FiiO E11), gets a bit warm but it was a high of 90 today so that was probably a factor. The band does feel a bit fragile but the cups are solid.
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Internet Explorer posted:Budget - $200-$300 I'm sure this is a super boring question for this thread but I was hoping someone could point me in the right direction.
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Internet Explorer posted:I'm sure this is a super boring question for this thread but I was hoping someone could point me in the right direction. NewFatMike posted:The 50X have bass boost, which is fine if you prefer bass, but it kind of pulls them out of reference territory. I believe build and quality are all the same, but the 50X charges you $30+ for the bass boost. They didn't quote your question but I'm pretty sure it was directed at you. It's good advice too. To use more longhand it's the Audio Technica ATH-M40X / M50X. If you want "all the above but also brighter" then you want the ATH-MSR7 but it carries a significantly higher price. All of them can be pad swapped easily if you're into that or want to improve comfort.
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Oh, I totally missed that that was directed to me. Thank you both for the suggestions!
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Internet Explorer posted:I'm sure this is a super boring question for this thread but I was hoping someone could point me in the right direction. Honestly, you should just get the monoprice M1060. They have some design quirks, but you can live with them. They handily compete with $800, ultra-nerd boutique headphones, there's nothing else even remotely comparable at $300.
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Man, I need to just sell all my headphones other than these Audio Technica AD700Xs. Nothing else I have tried comes close to making me as happy. edit: or buy a higher end model, but dunno what I would get for it. Samurai Sanders fucked around with this message at 10:18 on May 20, 2017 |
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The hardest part is figuring out your own personal apex of comfort and sound signature. Also isolation if you want that. The worst part is listening to stuff you really like and hearing all the flaws in the mastering.
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Thanks again for the continued suggestions everyone. It seems like the M1060 is a good choice, but I am concerned about the weight. I can't do wireless headphones because of the weight and am worried 500g may be too heavy. Can anyone who has used them speak to that? Because that's really my only hangup on pulling the trigger. Looking at other, lighter choices: ATH-M50x ATH-AD700X (should I just do the M50x instead?) ATH-MSR7BK AKG Pro Audio K702 and maybe Sennheiser HD 598? Specifically for gaming, do any of these stand out? Most are half the weight (~250g) of the M1060. Should I just try to M1060s and see if the weight isn't a problem? Otherwise I was leaning towards the AKG Pro Audio K702 or ATH-MSR7BK. Thanks again. Audio stuff always scares me. Whole lot of bullshit out there.
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If the suspension system is as well executed as the M560, it won't really feel like you're wearing anything at all. Monoprice has a really solid return policy, too IIRC.
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NewFatMike posted:If the suspension system is as well executed as the M560, it won't really feel like you're wearing anything at all. Monoprice has a really solid return policy, too IIRC. Feels like I'm wearing nothing at all! Nothing at all! Nothing at all!
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May 20, 2017 20:51
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Alright, sold. I'll post about how just I love them shortly. 
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grack posted:Feels like I'm wearing nothing at all! Nothing at all! Nothing at all! ~winces~ Stupid sexy grack!
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sony xb50's or xb80's? the 50's are kinda bulky, which is the one thing I'm leaning against, but reviews say they're surprisingly comfortable for how bulky they are, but at even more bulky than soundsports, i'm iffy on them. Reviews on the 70's say they're a little too bass heavy. I have a 70% off coupon, so i was curious which would be preferred. Or I can do one of the xb over the ear ones, but i'm planning on using them for biking, and don't like closed back over the ear since i can't hear traffic. I could get the xb80's too, but as someone who wears a walkie earpiece at work, the back of my ear is always sore after work, so i really don't want something behind my ear like that. There's only a $5 difference between the 50's and the 70's, and i don't mind the neckband part.
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I need a headset or headphones + mic that I can use to play games and still hear my wife across the house yelling for me, so open-back or whatever. I still want it not to pick up the noise of my ceiling fan. What do I buy?
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I got a pair of LZ-ZO3As because I needed to get something cheap that shipped with Prime delivery just before I was set to travel, and I actually like them a lot. They're lightweight and comfortable, and are fun. Good choice for $23.
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Looking for a pair of IEMs that can stand up to gym abuse. Been using a cheap pair that have lasted forever but I'm ready for better sound quality. I've had previous pairs die when the cable got messed up so a replaceable cable would be nice. Budget is around 100 I guess, maybe more?
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dantheman650 posted:Looking for a pair of IEMs that can stand up to gym abuse. Been using a cheap pair that have lasted forever but I'm ready for better sound quality. I've had previous pairs die when the cable got messed up so a replaceable cable would be nice. Budget is around 100 I guess, maybe more? Imo for gym use a good bet is to go Bluetooth. I've been using my Powerbeats for well over a year every day at the gym with no issues. You can get the Powerbeats 3 for around 129.
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May 23, 2017 23:56
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MarcusSA posted:Imo for gym use a good bet is to go Bluetooth. Really? The Amazon reviews are not too great.
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Reviews seem fine on Amazon. [Edit: Actually, looks like they were good at one point but you're right all the current reviews are terrible.] I'm not a big gym person but I've been happy with my Plantronics BackBeat Fits for when I do go. Internet Explorer fucked around with this message at 05:18 on May 24, 2017 |
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Yeah I don't know what's up with the amazon reviews. Mine have held up great but that's just me. The backbeats are great for the gym but IMO they really don't sound that great but that's probably mostly because they are more open then all the other IEMs.
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Yeah I think they're open because they're meant to be used while biking or running outdoors so you can maintain situational awareness. My wife and I both have pairs and use them for biking and they've been great.
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Dogen posted:Yeah I think they're open because they're meant to be used while biking or running outdoors so you can maintain situational awareness.
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I'd definitely like more closed headphones. I don't want to hear the music at the gym at all. Not going to use them outside at all.
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I don’t know what I’m doing! Budget – Up to $300 Source – Phone, occasionally PS4 Isolation Requirements – Very important Preferred Type of Headphone - Over-ear, Full Size, Circumaural Preferred Tonal Balance - None Past Headphones - Skullcandy IMEs Preferred Music – I won’t notice the difference with the garbage I listen to I’m currently using IMEs around 6 hours a day and my ear canals are killing me. I’d like to step up to a fully encompassing unit for comfort and above all isolation. Bluetooth would be nice as well.
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Springfield Fatts posted:I don’t know what I’m doing! ATH-M40X with ZMF oval cowhide earpads. (since you emphasized comfort and isolation) It's fifty USD for the earpads and whatever bargain you get the M40s for so you should have decent change.
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I hope this is the right thread. My PC audio is really staticky so I'm in the market for a USB dac. Needs to have a dial to adjust the volume and bonus points for both a 3.5mm output and a 1/4inch(?) one for my small speaker and headphones (not necessary since I assume I can use a splitter of some kind). Edit: Changed input to output. Previously I used a FiiO E9/7 combo. The 7 died so I just used the E9 as a volume knob for my pc which works alright but the constant loud static is really starting to bug me. My headphones are HD598s. Virtue fucked around with this message at 04:06 on May 25, 2017 |
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May 25, 2017 03:52
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Micca Origen+ has both of those inputs.
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Virtue posted:I hope this is the right thread. My PC audio is really staticky so I'm in the market for a USB dac. Needs to have a dial to adjust the volume and bonus points for both a 3.5mm output and a 1/4inch(?) one for my small speaker and headphones (not necessary since I assume I can use a splitter of some kind). I've talked a lot about my Asus Xonar 7.1 in this thread, and I'll keep recommending it. It's been a huge upgrade over onboard Audio in every computer I've tried it on.
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Can't speak for strictly USB audio because I love me some self powered DAC/Amp combos but I have read that the Schiit Fulla 2 is pretty good and it has a volume knob. http://schiit.com/products/fulla-2 Also the price is pretty nice if you don't need more power.
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How do DT -770s compare to M560s? I use the former at work and looking for a comfy closed back set to use at home for games and movies. I love the comfort of the DT770s and might just buy another pair for home but I'm always curious to try new things.
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dantheman650 posted:How do DT -770s compare to M560s? I use the former at work and looking for a comfy closed back set to use at home for games and movies. I love the comfort of the DT770s and might just buy another pair for home but I'm always curious to try new things. I haven't used either but I've read both are good. Maybe try the M560s for a different sound signature (plus planar are always fun if you want different) and see how you like them? Flip a coin or see what the best deal is really. No bad choices.
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Haven't tried the DT 770, but the M560 is genuinely a great pair of cans. You don't need anything special to drive them, and they sound great. Earpads may be a little small for some folks, but I've got no trouble wearing them for hours on end. They're really fabulous for everyday use.
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My M1060s got delivered but I'm out of town for the next few days. 
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May 26, 2017 15:06
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If you tell me your address I'll make sure they're safe.
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I'm pretty sure it's in a package locker, so at least there's that, but ugh. The countdown until I can get home and try the new headphones going to be rough.
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I just lost my Sennheiser IE8's after owning them for like 8 years, and I'm really bummed but I had been thinking about upgrading soon, so I guess this is the universe's way of saying it's time to buy something. I liked the IE8's but I'm sure there's better nowadays, any recommendations in the 300-600 range similar to the IE8's? Edit: I'll answer more questions if this helps Budget - 300-600 (will MAYBE consider a bit more if absolutely worth it but would rather not) Source - iphone and macbook pro for the most part Isolation Requirements - Not really but im open to both. Preferred Type of Headphone - Never really had over the ear before, I usually use IEM's because I like them more lightweight and portable. Preferred Tonal Balance - A balance, I like detail Preferred Music - Classic rock, electronic, pop, somnambulist fucked around with this message at 03:08 on May 27, 2017 |
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I finally decided to purchase the Audeze LCD3s and they are wonderful.
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Anyone have recommendations for a decent amp to drive AKG 701s? I've had a Millet Starving Student for 8 or 10 years now and I think it's given up the ghost. I don't get any audio from the right side. I'd like to spend less than $200. Any ideas?
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