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So if you've never had a set of over ear headphones/monitors before, the AKG K99's are a great place to start. And they're $35 on massdrop right now. I just bought a pair. https://www.massdrop.com/buy/akg-k99-audiophile-headphones Don't think, just do. it's only $35 and the deal ends in 2 days. Also, if you're a complete audiophile, they have the beyerdynamic dt990's for $220. They're the 600ohm model though, so you're gonna need a nice amp.
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Arcturas posted:My old JVC HA-S700's broke this evening, and so I need to replace them. I'd like an over-ear pair for general computer use that occasionally lasts for hours on the weekends. Budget's sub-$100, preferably sub-$80. Sennheiser Momentum http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-Mo...heiser+momentum Edit: I do not know if the controls work with anything other than iPhones
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GokieKS posted:How important is isolation? Sennheiser HD558 and Audio-Technica ATH-AD700X can be found for about $100 quite often, and are probably my favorite open headphones at that price. If you want closed then I don't really have much in the way of recommendations as I really don't use them (go for IEMs if I need isolation), but the Sony MDR-V6/7506 is a common suggestion, and the AKG K240 is a semi-open option. Whoops I misread that, sorry. I thought he said On-ear. You had the over-ear ones?
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so I did a thing.  Am I doing this right?
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Cubemario posted:Depends what you're trying to do with all that. Chat / webcasting / some light recording (not professional) / and maybe gaming depending on how that mic works out. Ultimate Mango posted:I haven't even heard of the M70. Are they like an upgraded M50? Yes and no. They're actually a completely different headphone. Less bass, more neutral response. More of a monitor-quality headphone than the M50x. Actually they look a lot different than the M50x's  Edit: Can anyone give me some info on these? I like the looks and would like a set of styling over-ear for around town/long flights.  http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00M3NZEE4/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl GnarlyCharlie4u fucked around with this message at 18:42 on Sep 14, 2015 |
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the 598 has the best soundstage . If you're gonna spend the money just get the 598's instead of trying to make the 558's sound like them. (you can mod the foam to open them up a bit but it's still not the same.) as far as amps go, check out Schitt if you're not into DIY.
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seravid posted:I listened to the Superlux 668B and it's hard to believe the sound I heard was coming from 25€ headphones. They feel cheap both in the hands and on the head and comfort is mediocre at best but they sound pretty drat good. As expected, people claiming they're GIANT KILLERS!! and those who sold their high-end cans in favor of the Superlux are out of their minds, but I'll definitely recommend them to anyone wanting decent sound quality on a tight budget. How do they stack up to K240's? GnarlyCharlie4u fucked around with this message at 21:05 on Sep 21, 2015 |
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Not specifically headphones, but headphone related. DIY headphone stand. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xKBD_CPyqq0 Also it cameos Adam from mythbusters, which is pretty loving cool.
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Pursus posted:They've been packaging those headphones with a bunch of stuff recently. So has Adorama. I just got a pair of m70x packaged with a focusrite scarlett and samson mic for about $330 The Iron Rose posted:Anything wrong with the Audio-Technica ATH-M50x? Need a replacement headset for my computer which I mostly use for gaming and the occasional movie. Also I don't actually know what amps do but it comes with one basically for free so that's nice. I've seen nothing but good reviews on those m50x. For the money, they look tough to beat (if you want a closed back headphone). If you want an uncomplicated but decent mic I'd recommend the Blue Yeti or Blue Yeti Pro. Amps make things louder. Tube amps make things louder and sound a little different. People usually use tube amps to add warmth or depth. Particularly people who use monitors which are very analytical headphones that have a more flat sound curve. GnarlyCharlie4u fucked around with this message at 13:13 on Sep 28, 2015 |
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Hummer Driving human being posted:Hey! I came on here to post the same thing (minus the amp). After years of using little $7 Panasonic in-ear headphones, I can't believe I've been missing out on so many sounds this whole time. This was exactly my thought when going from Beats to the M70x. Pursus posted:
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Thoughts on the Shure SE215 special edition? I want something quality, with good bass for those long motorcycle techno rides.
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Tactical Lesbian posted:
I thought the special ed's had "enhanced bass?" (also amazon)
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Tactical Lesbian posted:Both have descriptions of "enhanced bass". (source: amazon.com) This is incredibly helpful. Thank you.
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So this might be a bit of a stretch for the headphone thread, but here goes anyway: I'm moving in with the fiancee and I've unloaded all my stereo equipment except for my turntable. I plan to listen to records on my headphones for a while, until we find space to set a proper (smaller) stereo up. I'm looking for suggestions for a headphone amp and a phono preamp. They could be one in the same unit (if that's even a thing). New/used/vintage doesn't really matter to me, I'm just looking for a good value. I don't have a set budget, but I'm trying to keep it as cheap as possible. I'll probably be listening mostly with my ATH-M70x, but I might occasionally switch to the AKG K240's, Sennheisers, or even the Beats depending on the record. Edit: I just stumbled upon this thing: http://www.amazon.com/PS-Audio-SPROUT-US-Digital-Bluetooth/dp/B00R3CRY6Q Looks pretty versatile. Bluetooth is a little gimmicky and probably useless for me at the moment, but all in all it seems like a reasonable thing. Opinions? GnarlyCharlie4u fucked around with this message at 17:07 on Nov 9, 2015 |
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Blinkz0rz posted:Hey folks, I'm looking for suggestions for IEMs. My previous pair of Klipsch S4i II died and I want to replace them with something comparable. I've been eyeing the Sure 215 SE. They seem legit and I've heard nothing but good things from people that own them.
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Luegene Cards posted:Hey gang! I'm looking for a solid pair of headphones, over the ear, in the 100-200 range. The Sennheiser Urbanite were recommended, but look a lot cheaper on Amazon than what's listed: http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-Urbanite-XL-Over-Ear-Headphones/dp/B00M3NZKA2 See: Amdis posted:Thanks for the recommendation man, I saw these on a pretty huge sale so I'm going to get them. Even with our dogshit baby dollar this is by and far the best price I can see. On that note, I've been EXTREMELY HAPPY with my ATH-M70x's. I snagged them in a package deal for about $330 that also included a Focusrite Scarlett 2i2, and Samson MTR101 1" Diaphragm Studio Condenser Mic. What do you need them for? Do you have a particular goal or purpose for these headphones? I got the M70x's because I wanted a more accurate / "neutral" sound profile for recording. The aforementioned deal on Beyerdynamic is pretty loving good. $150 is about the lowest I've ever seen them. GnarlyCharlie4u fucked around with this message at 22:12 on Nov 13, 2015 |
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Fixit posted:What is a good budget headset around the $50-100 range (the lower the better)? Sorry for the long rant, but... I played CS:GO with my K99's all weekend and it was tolerable. Actually it was pretty refreshing. The AK isn't brain-shattering with those as compared to my ATH-M70x's, but the k99's are semi-open whereas the m70x are closed backed. It's easier to distinguish where in space the sounds are (wider sound stage) with the M70x but the gunshots are just brutal. That and all the squeakers SCREAMING into their mics is really difficult to tolerate after about a round. That's all the fault of the terrible sound in the game and not at all the fault of the headphones. I paid like $35 shipped for the K99's from Massdrop and I consider that to be a worthwhile investment. They're a great set of budget open backed entry level headphones. Not too heavy in the bass and the trebles are crisp but smooth, not overbearing. (As someone who hears dog whistles and is crippled by CRT tv transformer vibration, this is important to me.) They have a tendency to feel a little hollow and flat in the sound stage, if not entirely muffled, but still exceptional for a $30 pair of headphones. I think I might continue to use them if for no other reason than to tolerate CS gunshots. They're super light and easy to wear for long periods. They don't feel as plush or fancy as higher end headphones, but they're durable and don't make my ears sweat. The only thing about the K99 that doesn't meet your needs is the lack of a mic. You can get a ModMic pretty cheap and they stick nicely to the K99's. I'd recommend investing in a decent mic setup though. I picked up a Samson mtr101 and it is jaw-droppingly clear. It's always fun to go into a match and have people comment on how nice my mic sounds.
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The aforementioned headsets have tons of reviews and seem to be really solid. I was considering a pair for myself until I said gently caress it and spent $320 on my current setup.
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sorry I'm late, but...Blinkz0rz posted:They also don't have inline controls which is a non-negotiable feature. does this not work? http://www.amazon.com/dp/B016HD5GVQ/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pC_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=1GPPHU5Y0UMEJ&coliid=I3W4NNS6TWTPYV Also, I've got a set of ATH M-70x but I'm seriously considering this <$100 Sennheiser 598 deal because I'd like some open backs for listening to my vinyl. Do I bite the bullet or should I consider a set of the dt990 pro's for $150 http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0011UB9CQ/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pd_nS_ttl?_encoding=UTF8&colid=IN4LZCAEPGY6&coliid=I3FTCSFW5IT6CR&psc=1
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Git Mah Belt Son posted:Do you have an amp? If not, those DT990s will not sound very good since only the 250 ohm are on sale. If you have an amp, those headphones are beautiful though. Yes and no. I've got an old pioneer receiver with the phono pre-amp built in but it's early solid-state and sounds pretty lovely. I'll be building some dedicated headphone amps over the winter so I can afford to unload this hunk of junk. I went ahead and bought the Sennheiser's anyway. It's Amazon prime so I'll just return them if I don't like them. Grouco posted:Thanks all. I don't think they'll have IEM's available to actually stick in your ear. If they do, bring something to clean them off with, because eww..
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KillHour posted:Two reasons to get an amp: you forgot bragging rights and adding ground hum. Also, some amps change the sound profile a bit (see tube amps) so there's that.
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GokieKS posted:replacement cable (FiiO RC-HD1) drat... $36 is a lot of money to spend on a cable for your $90 headphones.
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KillHour posted:I'm with KozmoNaut on this; tubes are for making music, not playing it. Yeah I'm with you on that. Only exception being DIY amps. Tubes are fun and cheap-ish and easier to use than trying to hand solder a zillion tiny resistors to a bread board.
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Guys. I'm loving the 598's so far but there's something weird about them... The bass seems a touch over-emphasized and slightly muddled compared to my ATH-M70x's and there's this really annoying drop off of the highs somewhere in the neighborhood of 10K. Like... every time I'm expecting some ear-piercing cymbal crash I get nothing. Er... not nothing, I know that cymbal crash is there and I can hear it in the mids, but that fulfilling, crisp, high is completely absent. So on percussive crescendos and intense drum solos I'm left with blue balls. They are AMAZING for gaming though.
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 GUYS THE SENNHEISER 598'S ARE ON SALE FOR $110 http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0...BM1J&pldnSite=1 Deal is 51% claimed as of this post. GOGOGOGOGOGO
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SRQ posted:Looking for a good 150-200 dollar set of gaming headphones- not a headset, already have a good mic. Well, unless that's the only choice. Would love surround sound but I don't know if that's just a gimmick or not with headphones. Sennheiser 598SE. They're open backed so, not good for porn unless you live alone. They're loving amazing for counter-strike though. Dare I say, leagues better than my closed backed ATH M70x. All headphones are technically surround sound. You only have 2 ears. Multi-channel trickery be damned!
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drat NIGGA posted:- Budget - $100-160 fwiw I really love my 598SE's for around the house. They're the best headphones in your list. I got the ATH-M70x for public though. They sounded worlds better than the M50x.
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cat doter posted:Anyone else with sennheiser hd 280 pros notice that the lack of clamping force causes the bass response to drop off? I'm ordering replacement earcups since they've kinda fallen apart but I've noticed if I push the drivers closer to my ears I can hear everything in the bass range much clearer. Is there some way I can fix this or do I need new headphones? http://www.amazon.com/GOGO-Sports-Headband-Sweatband-Terry/dp/B0006M3RCK
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drat NIGGA posted:I've been leaning towards those but I've never had open-backed phones. Is the sound-leak enough to bother people in other rooms? How's the bass on them, worse or better than 280 HD's? The sound isn't going to bother anyone that's not in the room with you. The bass is clear and full, not overpowering. "Better" not louder. My phone can drive the headphones to a sufficient volume, but if you're interested in damaging your hearing, you'll require an amp.
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Taima posted:
This. Even if it's not the most accurate (it's not) it's still way more "fun."
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drat NIGGA posted:Thanks for the help everyone. I think I'm gonna go with the 598's and an amp/DAC like the FiiO E10K or the SMSL SD793-II. Now I just have to decide on color. The black. 
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drat NIGGA posted:I think I'm gonna go with the 598's  $69 Sennheiser 598SE http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B0126HISOO/ref=dp_olp_used?ie=UTF8&condition=used&m=A2L77EE7U53NWQ Edit: dead. drat that was fast. GnarlyCharlie4u fucked around with this message at 18:35 on Feb 5, 2016 |
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KozmoNaut posted:The Focusrite Scarlett Solo is what you need. I'd recommend the 2i2 over the solo. I love mine, and having a separate headphone circuit / volume knob is nice.
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KozmoNaut posted:I thought the Solo had the separate headphone amp/volume knob as well? Indeed it is. I'm very happy with mine. Solo  2i2 
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Croc Monster posted:A bit late to the party, but nth-ing the recommendation for the 2i2. It's a solid piece of gear.  
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64bit_Dophins posted:I'd actually recommend spending an extra 50$ and getting the 2i4. I know you only plan to use your guitar with it but if you ever want to start recording with synthesizers, or even a guitar pedal that supports midi, you're going to want to upgrade (I do). yeah the MIDI i/o on the 2i4 is a huge plus.
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Taima posted:Well you're in good luck man because the Fidelio X2s are on Amazon Warehouse in Very Good condition for $156. Go buy that right now, don't even thank me just get it and report back when your mind is blown. They don't even need an amp. gently caress it. I just bit the bullet on a pair for the lolz if nothing else. And down the rabbit hole we go. Edit: how are these vs the SHP9500? I need to get my 4 groomsmen gifts. GnarlyCharlie4u fucked around with this message at 14:47 on Feb 25, 2016 |
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So I got them. The Fidelio X2's amazing. Easily the best headphones I've ever owned. I have to say though, for long listening they're a touch fatiguing and I can't put my finger on exactly why. They're not TOO sibilant but the highs are sharp. The bass is solid, boomy, full, and crisp. However it rolls off pretty sharply at lower Hz (around 50?), more-so than the HD598's. Honestly though, it doesn't even matter because of just how full and rich and boomy, AND loving CLEAR the bass is. That being said, let's talk about the mids. I've fallen in love. It's like I've looked at the same girl a million times, but that one-million-and-first time, there was something different. She was somehow, perfect. More gorgeous than ever before, impossible to ignore. In fact nothing else is in focus but her. She is all that matters. The mids are perfect. Like, studio monitor accurate, but somehow more "fun." Even when I filter out the bass and treble the mids stand alone. Anywho, all this is a flowery way of saying, I'm totally keeping them.
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Accursed posted:Budget - $250 to $300 tops Did you not just read my post about the X2's?
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Update on the X2's I think I know why it's tough to listen to them for long periods. 1) The ear pads are different than what I'm used to. The foam is very firm and the felt is a bit scratchy. They're not quite as plush and comfy as the 598's. They're not bad, they're actually very nice, but they don't feel as luxurious as other headphones I've owned. 2) They're TOO good. They're so clear that it's like listening to everything for the first time. I can't just casually enjoy music, I find myself picking out every detail and sound that I hadn't heard before. It's fun at first but after a while it's just sensory overload. 3) These things want too much power. I don't mean that you can't drive them, but you just cannot turn up And I am inclined to oblige.
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