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Drumming and Burn In?

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Just got some Senn's Hd201, just wanna ask you guys 2 questions?

 

Firstly, I like to wear my headphones while drumming. As I drum quite loud, could this damage the headphones in any way? Like damaging the drivers etc. I know they're cheap cans, but I want to look after them

 

Secondly, could burn in make the phones sound worse? When I started listening to them out the box they were quite bright, and crisp, which I prefer. Now after about 10 hours of burn-in (about 3 hours of pink noise) and 7 of normal listening they sound more muddy.

 

Also, for brightness and treble, but still having bass, what would you guys recommend? Like any price range, mostly listen to electronic experimental, alternative rock. Basically everything apart from classical and metal. I'm not using them for outdoors, just personal home use. Closed cans are pretty much a must unless there is a dramatically better sound. Thanks! :D

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post #2 of 4

1. No (unless your talking popping your own eardrums loud)
2. After  'Burn In' if anything they should better, tighter mid range, smoother bass etc. But with most things its very subjective as to what sounds 'good.'

3. Would recommend use the 201's for longer, judge them after about 100ish hours of playing. If you like a bright sound you can always fiddle with eq settings =D

 

Hope this helps. 

post #3 of 4

I would worry about damaging your hearing before damaging your headphones :) No, your drumming will not damage the drivers.

post #4 of 4

I have been using HD 280 pro's for a couple of years as my default set for playing the drums. Great isolation and very accurate sound. If you amp them with a cMoy BB they really shine, but they are also great on their own.

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