Just updated my original list (post #202 on page 11) with new first choice:
#1 - Sennheiser Orpheus System: HE90 phones + HEV90 (dedicated) Amplifier - Headfi Nirvana! The HE90 alone with other amps is excellent, but does not match the unparalleled experience of the complete system.
HE90/HEV90 is my "choir of angels" ultimate choice -- and the HEV90 amp is a MOMA-worthy visual experience.
[...see post #202 for the full list...]
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I've heard one pair of Senns..very comfortable but not my kind of sound.I think Grado sr-225's are hard to beat at $200 bucks.Simply outstanding headphones ! I might order another pair just for the hell of it.For those that are not familiarwith them..take a chance if you jam to punk or rock.Hard to beat in my opinion !
Sennheiser HD580 - I like it a lot over a good number of headphones. This is kind of weird because most of my music is rock/acoustic/rap/pop. I ultimately like the 580's non-fatiguing sound that I can listen to for hours at a time, unlike the 2 Grados that I have owned that fatigued you with the upfront sound. Its probably one of the best, if not the best headphone under $150.
Grado SR-60 - King of budget headphones. These have the Grado sound but I find it fatiguing after listening to it for a couple hours.
Just purchased HD580 senns for AUD350.00. Thats bloody cheap And im extremely happy, though they really need some good ampliphication to get the best out of them.
But Id have to say value for money goes to me sr80's at AUD160.00 there the tops.
But I find that even though the grados tend to be more defined they are alot more fatiging then the senns.
I'm wondering why no one ever seems to mention the Sony 7506.This is a studio phone and is not for the laid back valve bunch.At around $100 they leave the whole Senn range behind but i've not heard the Grados a I listen to pop music and a little jazz and didn't think they'd have the bottomless bass that can be turned up to levels that would drown out a 747 taking off as the 7506 can.I've never managed to get them to distort,they'll just blow your ears first.The rest of the sony range vary between average,the 7502(bass light and nowhere the beautiful detalied mids and highs) and the 7509,at more than twice the price they're too bassy making them sound rediculous for the price......to disgraceful (i've not heard the V6 though) especially the DJ range.
What i'd really like to know is,are the Shure 5s worth the extra expence over the ety4s and has anyone heard the new Ultimate Ears 10s.I know they're pricey but who cares if they're as good as they seem to be from the website.
Les.
BEST IEM I'V TRIED.
ER4P GIVES ME THE BEST DETAILS FOR THE MID AND TREBLE, AND TIGHT BASS.IT'S LIKE U SEAT NEXT TO THE DRUMMER OR THE PIANO.
THIS BABY'S MAKE MUSIC ALIVE...
Many have suggested to me the Audio Technica A900s. Despite their closed design, I find them much more enjoyable (soundwise) than the Sennheiser HD650s with no amp. With amp, I'm not sure which one would top out. Any ideas anyone? Personally, I find the A900s very hard to beat. Size is large, however. But comfort is extraordinary for both. The extra isolation from the closed design is just as valuable to me. Who can tell me an unbiased opinion of the A900 vs. the Senns with amp. I have not bought either, but my friends have them. Remember, UNBIASED is key. And I know that I haven't included the Grados
I'm a poor student that still wants to enjoy his music with some good sound quality. I listen mostly to jazz and r&b. I'm looking for ear(canal)phones instead of headphones or earclips. I still want to hear some ambient noise when I'm walking around such as my cellphone or the subways intercom, you get the idea. My price range is about $50, but I'm willing to spent $75-100 if I think its really worth it. I want natural sound with a slight emphasis on the bass. Anything that would make jazz and r&b music shine. Any ideas?
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