++ FULL-SIZE HEADPHONE RECOMMENDATIONS THREAD++ i.e. Don't start a new thread: ask for advice... - Page 1493

Any reason not to just go right ahead & pull the trigger on a set of HD-650's?

how's sennheiser momentum for a portable? is there any better portables out there with that price range? or even cheaper ones? over ears are my type since i got legolas-like ears lol 

Hey guys,

 

I'm looking for a new pair of cans which will replace my trusty DT770 pro 250s.

To me the DT770s are super comfy, though sound-wise I found them just a bit too bass-oriented/emphasized. Basically I'm looking for a replacement which is closed, has a detachable cable, is *slightly* less bass-oriented than my DT770s, but is as comfortable. Price range; ~$300.

 

I appreciate your input :)

Thanks for this recommendation. I find it to be really intriguing! If I were to be deciding between the AKG K167 and the Senn HD 598, would anyone have some more thoughts regarding the virtues and vices of the two. Appreciated!

 

 

I'm looking for a new pair of headphones, I've tried many different ones and I'm down to two: Monster Inspirations or the Monster Vektrs. I know these aren't that great of value but I am extremely thrilled with both, what ones do you guys recommend? Thanks

 

I've heard they're quite dark sounding. That is all I can think of.

Monster isn't very liked here. I'm not sure about there newer stuff though.

Hello first time poster here! :D

 

Been lurking on this site on and off looking for a great pair of gaming headphones. I am a competitive FPS player coming from a Logitech g35 gaming headset and a on-board sound card lol... I now understand after reading a bit through the forums here that "gaming headsets" are pretty much crap. So now I'm looking for an awesome pair of headphones and a stand alone mic.

 

I know I'm going to be purchasing a new sound card, probably the creative sound blaster one :D But now i just need THAT headset.

 

Budget: ~100-250'ish. The 200's is pushing it a little for me but if its worth it then I'm interested.

I will mainly be using the headset for competitive and normal gaming, but mostly competitive. sometimes music.

 

I read Mad Lust Envy's headphone gaming guide and I'm liking the AKG Q701's. Maybe HD 598's? or Ultrasone HFI 2400?

 

I really just want suggestions and names of top headphones best for competitive fps gaming. I dont feel I'm up to date on the latest headphones. And idk much about amps and soundmixers or w/e, but with that sound card i wouldn't think it would be necessary?

 

Mad Lust's guide is mainly for consoles and there is a separate forum for the PC's.

 

Generally it seems that the Creative X-Fi Titanium HD is regarded as the best soundcard for gaming on a PC even with Creative's newer lineup. There are arguments back and forth with this and the Asus Xonar but given that the HD is almost half price I'd say go with Creative. Pair that with a open headphone like AD700 which is going for $100 on Amazon and you're set. The soundcard and headphone together will run you about $200.

 

I've used the AD700 for music/movies from my smartphone at home mainly due to comfort and although I can't attest to its awesomeness in providing absolute positional accuracy I can say that it's soundstage is very large making it probable that it performs well. However, they do lack severely in bass so people including myself have complained about its ability to immerse yourself in whatever your playing/watching. The other headphones you mentioned are all in the $200+ range so I think in your budget of <$250 you're pretty much limited to the AD700's. Later when you can scrounge up some more $$$ you should consider adding an O2 amp (~$120) and then exploring other headphone options. I've hear that Q701's have almost an unnaturally large soundstage so it might be worth trying. The HD598's might be slightly overkill and you might want to look into HD558 if its primary purpose is games. 

 

I personally use old HD590's and I don't think its that bad.

Creative Labs X-Fi Titanium (non-HD) PCI-E sound card, Newegg sells a refurb for $44.99

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16829102043

 

Sennheiser HD558 headphones, Amazon sells a used pair for $109

 

So for around $154, you would have a fairly decent gaming setup.

Actually I didn't mean to include the sound card in my budget that was just a separate side note haha, oops. So with that in mind any other headphone suggestions? How do the Q701's compare to the HD558's or even the 598's? For competitive gaming would these just be completely overkill?

 

How big of a noticeable difference between the non-HD and the HD on the Creatice X-Fi?

Hi guys,

I would like to buy a new pair of headphones for gaming/music(onboard sound). I've done my research and my top choices(considering my budget/availability) are:
 

• Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pro     |       270$
• Senheisser HD 558                |       260$
• Ultrasone HFI-780                  |       243$
• Audio Technica ATH-M50      |       236$
• Denon AH-D1100                   |       210$

 

 

 This prices are for my country(Croatia) and i can't get heaphones from Ebay because headphones + shipping + tax to my country would exceed listed prices.

 

The thing is i can get discount on Ultrasone HFI-650 (147$) and Ultrasone HFI-2200 ULE (195$) so the question is should i buy these now(which) or save more money and buy something listed top(which).

 

I'm an average user listening to all kind of music and playing competitive games like Counter Strike.

Thank you very much

Hello everyone, I've been lurking here for a while and been trying to soak all of the information in that I can, however, I'm still lost on what set of cans I would fit my preference.

Price Range
$350 or less. If there's something really worth it between 450-350, I could save a bit more.

Requirements
1. The cans have to have very little leakage, which means a closed set of cans.
2. The cans have to be able to be powered by phone.
3. I typically wear a hat and I always wear glasses, so a headphone with more forgiveness as far as cup sealing is concerned is needed.

Preferences
1. 40% electronic/40% rock(mostly metal)/20% rap.
2. I wouldn't call myself a basshead, but bass is very important to me. The bass needs to be fairly loud, but crisp. I want to get away with as much clean bass as I can get without ruining the mids/highs.
3. Soundstage is fairly important. I understand that it's not going to be anything like an open pair, but I really want the feeling that I'm in the room with the instruments.
4. I don't care about looks. I've already dealt with coworkers mocking me for my XBs, so everything is an upgrade in this department.

As of right now, my favorite pair of cans is my bass modded 428s. They have the least leakage and best sound stage of any of the cheap headphones I own.

I was first going to go with the AKG K550s, however, from what I've read I'm sure I'd find the bass too low and getting the right seal is crucial, which would be difficult with a hat and glasses. The next set is the M-100s. It seems like it would fit me well, however, I've read the mids are not as energetic, and the soundstage is a little small. Mids aren't necessarily my thing (I typically have bass/ treble high), but they are still very necessary. However, if another set of closed cans beats it in sound stage while having a good low end, that would fit me perfect.

Thank you in advance, great to be apart of such a good community like this

TL:DR: Big head with glasses and hat needs low leakage cans with clear punchy bass and nice sound stage around/under $350.
Edited by 2JZ-fi - 12/20/12 at 7:50am