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post #15451 of 28868
6/14/12 at 5:20am
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Originally Posted by murseli View Post

Could someone help me choose ~70€ headphones for music and gaming? Music first, gaming second! There is just too much information when trying to decide myself, also I'm not an expert in these thingsredface.gif

Dont really think there is much good in that budget. Samson or the Superlux HD668B will be your only options realistically

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post #15452 of 28868
6/14/12 at 6:36am
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Originally Posted by imadboi View Post

I just got an HTC One X and it has "Beats Audio" and I know that beats are horribly over-priced 

 

I listen to mp3's , I know serious music guys listen to a higher quality file ? what is it called ? how do I convert ?

 

Also I listen to mainly Trance, Techo, and Hip-hop. The only time Listen to music is at the gym with my phone.

 

I was looking at the Audio Technica ATH-M50 , someone also recommended the Sony MDR-XB500. 

 

I'm looking to spend 50-150 dollar range 



I have only heard the Sony MDR XB500: It has more bass than any other earphone I've heard, and smooth treble that doesn't extend terribly well. From reading and frequency response graphs, the M50 will not have the same levels of bass, but will have additional treble. The XB500 is like a \ shaped response with tons of bass, and less treble (not as extreme as the backslash though,) and the M50 is more ov a V shape, with extra bass and treble, (though not as much bass,) and a bit less midrange compared to the two ends of the spectrum.

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post #15453 of 28868
6/14/12 at 6:42am

"Originally Posted by sunjigglet View Post
 

Any comparisons between the Porta Pros are the Sporta Pros?

I've read the Sportas have more bass because of the stronger clamping force... is this true, or an effect induced by slower decay? Or both?

Are the Sportas headbands plastic or metal? 

I'd prefer the one with more prominent mids, softer bass and treble. But if the difference is almost unnoticeable by ear, I'd go for the Sportas for the price and  design. To me the Sportas are more visually relaxing than the bold Portas.





+The measurements of the two at Headroom imply (to mine eyes) that the Sportas, in fact, have a tad less bass. Boy, is it hard to make a decision! haha"



 

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Originally Posted by sunjigglet View Post

날위해 bump to the universe.

edit= It's hard to be read in a busy thread like this. Thanks, KC Jag, though. I'll take your advice.



I was recommended the PortaPro by a personal friend whom I don't think was on headfi. He was into music and video production, and had a relative who was an audiophile. He told me that if I wanted new headphones better than most others around $100, to get the PortaPro, and said make sure it's the one with the 'wings' on it. I take this to mean not the SportaPro, which from a review I read before purchasing the PortaPro, said that when the bass was heavy, there was some driver flutter, which may be due to the air not being able to escape from the plastic housing well enough with the closed design.

A closed design will also suffer from worse soundstage, so I would personally suggest the PortaPro. It's band is metal, the sound will not distort as much, sound stage is better, and personally, I think the look is much more professional as well.

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post #15454 of 28868
6/14/12 at 8:01am

Hi...sorry to include my self with an Bose...I know what you almost all of you thinking...but , I am going to buy the Sennheiser HD25-1 ii in short time, so my only question is :

My Bose OE have a good bass in my opinion; How will HD25 will perform in comparison with my actual Bose??

Thank you.

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post #15455 of 28868
6/14/12 at 8:38am

Hi - I am a proud owner of Audio Technica ATH-M50 headphones, and I love them mainly because of the durability, fit, and versatility (both physically and audibly) of them. HOWEVER...

 

I am looking to upgrade from them now, I want something fresh, but a noticeable step up. The main points I need filled are:

  • Durability. They need to be at least as strong as the semi-metal/plastic build of the M50's.
  • Looks. It can't be ridicu-ugly, but it doesn't need to win awards either. Something that looks good/sleek is nice.
  • Overall Versatility. I listen to my music anywhere from on the bus, to at home, to in a library - good noise blocking and sound leakage is a must.

 

WILLING TO SPEND $400 TOTAL (Amp... etc. Included)

____________________________________________________________________________

 

SOUND WISE...

 

To help, I will list a few of the songs of each genre I listen to - so please help me out! I generally listen to them all, but the more examples I have for a genre, the more I listen to that music. (aka: 3>2>1 in order of importance) Thanks in advance!

 

(PS: I know that my songs may not fit your likes, but please try giving me an objective statement!)

 

 

Techno/Dance

 

Rock/Rock & Roll

 

Rock/Other

 

Classical/Orchestral

 

Jazz/Other

 

Acoustic

 

____________________________________________________________________________

 

OTHER INFO....

 

If the best recommendation for me is to get an amp with my purchase, then I'll do that - but please include the price of amp in the total! It will also need to be a portable amp, if any!

 

Thank you in advance for your help, Head-Fi!


Edited by BRSxIgnition - 6/14/12 at 9:33am
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post #15456 of 28868
6/14/12 at 11:18am

Hey guys,


I am selling my Sennheiser HD 380 PRO. Check out my ad biggrin.gif http://www.head-fi.org/t/614166/sennheiser-hd-380-pro#post_8456439

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post #15457 of 28868
6/14/12 at 12:32pm
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Originally Posted by KG Jag View Post

 

You probably want to post this question in the Summit-Fi section of this forum.

I don't need a high-end headphones. For ex., I'm look at Shure SRH1840. How these for rock and instrumental music?

Which headphones you can advice me?    


Edited by danik97 - 6/14/12 at 1:03pm
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post #15458 of 28868
6/14/12 at 1:13pm
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Originally Posted by danik97 View Post

I don't need a high-end headphones. For ex., I'm look at Shure SRH1840. How these for rock and instrumental music?

Which headphones you can advice me?    


 The LCD-2 is $1,000 can.  Feel free to continue your quest, but I know of no can below $600 (the HE-500) that might even be competitive with (much less superior to) the sound of the Audeze.
 

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post #15459 of 28868
6/14/12 at 1:24pm
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Originally Posted by BRSxIgnition View Post

Hi - I am a proud owner of Audio Technica ATH-M50 headphones, and I love them mainly because of the durability, fit, and versatility (both physically and audibly) of them. HOWEVER...

I am looking to upgrade from them now, I want something fresh, but a noticeable step up. The main points I need filled are:
  • Durability. They need to be at least as strong as the semi-metal/plastic build of the M50's.
  • Looks. It can't be ridicu-ugly, but it doesn't need to win awards either. Something that looks good/sleek is nice.
  • Overall Versatility. I listen to my music anywhere from on the bus, to at home, to in a library - good noise blocking and sound leakage is a must.
WILLING TO SPEND $400 TOTAL (Amp... etc. Included)
____________________________________________________________________________

SOUND WISE...

To help, I will list a few of the songs of each genre I listen to - so please help me out! I generally listen to them all, but the more examples I have for a genre, the more I listen to that music. (aka: 3>2>1 in order of importance) Thanks in advance!

(PS: I know that my songs may not fit your likes, but please try giving me an objective statement!)


Techno/Dance
Rock/Rock & Roll
Rock/Other
Classical/Orchestral
Jazz/Other
Acoustic
____________________________________________________________________________

OTHER INFO....

If the best recommendation for me is to get an amp with my purchase, then I'll do that - but please include the price of amp in the total! It will also need to be a portable amp, if any!
Thank you in advance for your help, Head-Fi!
I'm actually gonna go out on the limb and say you should get beat pros. Before you tell me off late me say that the pros aren't actually that bad. I think they have a similar sound signature as the m50's but better. I hope this helps.
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post #15460 of 28868
6/14/12 at 1:48pm
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Originally Posted by FlobHobNob View Post


I'm actually gonna go out on the limb and say you should get beat pros. Before you tell me off late me say that the pros aren't actually that bad. I think they have a similar sound signature as the m50's but better. I hope this helps.

.. On the one hand I feel like this is a joke - but on the other, I feel like you have hidden wisdom. 

 

Is there anyone that can back this up...?

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post #15461 of 28868
6/14/12 at 3:54pm
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Originally Posted by BRSxIgnition View Post

Hi - I am a proud owner of Audio Technica ATH-M50 headphones, and I love them mainly because of the durability, fit, and versatility (both physically and audibly) of them. HOWEVER...

 

I am looking to upgrade from them now, I want something fresh, but a noticeable step up. The main points I need filled are:

  • Durability. They need to be at least as strong as the semi-metal/plastic build of the M50's.
  • Looks. It can't be ridicu-ugly, but it doesn't need to win awards either. Something that looks good/sleek is nice.
  • Overall Versatility. I listen to my music anywhere from on the bus, to at home, to in a library - good noise blocking and sound leakage is a must.

 

WILLING TO SPEND $400 TOTAL (Amp... etc. Included)

____________________________________________________________________________

 


Warning: Spoiler! (Click to show)

 

SOUND WISE...

 

To help, I will list a few of the songs of each genre I listen to - so please help me out! I generally listen to them all, but the more examples I have for a genre, the more I listen to that music. (aka: 3>2>1 in order of importance) Thanks in advance!

 

(PS: I know that my songs may not fit your likes, but please try giving me an objective statement!)

 

 

Techno/Dance

 

Rock/Rock & Roll

 

Rock/Other

 

Classical/Orchestral

 

Jazz/Other

 

Acoustic

 

____________________________________________________________________________

 

OTHER INFO....

 

If the best recommendation for me is to get an amp with my purchase, then I'll do that - but please include the price of amp in the total! It will also need to be a portable amp, if any!

 

Thank you in advance for your help, Head-Fi!

 

 

I'd say look into Ultrasone Pro 750 + Fiio e17. Obviously a good idea to read reviews and take a listen yourself before you make a decision, but they seem like a viable option

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post #15462 of 28868
6/14/12 at 5:31pm

I've got a friend that tends to listen to Trance, Dubstep and occasionally watch movies and play some web games as well as chat on Skype.

His music tends to be in the 96 - 128 bit range so that he can fit more on his iPod so I didn't want to him something too revealing.

 

My first instinct was to suggest him the new AiAiAi TMA-1 since it's readily avaiible everywhere. Then I though about the veil, the recessed mids and the chopped off treble and thought it would be too expensive for what it was. Plus, no headset.

 

Maybe the new Hesh 2.0? It's hip with the kids, cheap and has a built-in mic along with a lifetime warranty.

 

Ideally, I would forego the headset and give him either the Ultrasone HFI-580 or HFI-780. It would give him the high notes that his trance has and have some durability.

 

I rejected the Denon D2000 - too brittle and way too big for his uses. I thought maybe the Denon HP700 might be good but I haven't heard it.

 

If any of you were in my shoes, what would you recommend? I'm personally leaning towards the Hesh 2.0 or the Ultrasone HFI-580 but I'd like some more input on this matter.

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post #15463 of 28868
6/14/12 at 8:31pm
Hello, I'm back again. If you don't remember, I said a week ago that I was set on some ms-2s. I still haven't had the chance to order them (financial reasons) and in the meantime, I've been on this forum all too often. If im able to get a pair of rs-2s (used) for about the price of the ms-2s, should I go for it? I listen to a wide variety of rock (pink floyd, radiohead, linkin park, metallica, nirvana, dragonforce, opeth [their lighter albums mainly], foo fighters, green day, phoenix, etc.). TBH, my main reason for leaning toward the rs-2s is the wood, which is supposedly lighter (i.e. More comfortable), and IMO, much better looking, but that's just being childish. How do they differ sonically?
Edited by odehib - 6/14/12 at 8:33pm
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post #15464 of 28868
6/14/12 at 9:11pm
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Originally Posted by odehib View Post

Hello, I'm back again. If you don't remember, I said a week ago that I was set on some ms-2s. I still haven't had the chance to order them (financial reasons) and in the meantime, I've been on this forum all too often. If im able to get a pair of rs-2s (used) for about the price of the ms-2s, should I go for it? I listen to a wide variety of rock (pink floyd, radiohead, linkin park, metallica, nirvana, dragonforce, opeth [their lighter albums mainly], foo fighters, green day, phoenix, etc.). TBH, my main reason for leaning toward the rs-2s is the wood, which is supposedly lighter (i.e. More comfortable), and IMO, much better looking, but that's just being childish. How do they differ sonically?

 

The RS2i (unless you're getting an older version) is superior in every way except for slam of the music.  The 2 has greater frequency response, far better sound stage and improved clarity.  They have a very natural sound signature.  They are also very light in comparison to the MS-2.

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post #15465 of 28868
6/14/12 at 11:20pm

Not a bass head. Need it to be closed, accurate, and balanced across frequencies. Except bass, as I doubt I would be mad about a lack of bass. Most headphones I have heard all have enough for me. Also a bass heavy set would be bad for spoken voice which makes up a decent amount of my listening. I was looking at the Shure SRH440, denon ah-d1100 etc so price is flexible but lower $$$ with better value is better obviously. Don't see myself spending over 250 though so suggestions above that price might not be so helpful. Currently own Ultimate Ears 700 and an old worn out pair of Senn 201's that will be replaced with this new set. I REALLY hate sibilance on sss sounds. Pet Peeve.

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