++ FULL-SIZE HEADPHONE RECOMMENDATIONS THREAD++ i.e. Don't start a new thread: ask for advice... - Page 1573

It seems that you are asking about an IEM.  If so, you are in the wrong section of the forum.  You should post here:

 

http://www.head-fi.org/t/632255/portable-iem-recommendations-thread-i-e-dont-start-a-new-thread-ask-for-advice-here-please-read-op

Short and sweet;

I currently have a cmoy bb amp with the super accurate and detailed hf5.

I now would like a full sized headphone with

Bass
Clarity in mids and highs
Great soundstage
Minimal sound leakage (plan to wear these at work)

The only one I tried are the dt770 pro 80 ( too bassy, veiled mids). I would try the ath m50s, but got the impression that the dt770s are the same thing minus the comfort.
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I'm lookin to spend 200-250 bucks and listen to all types of music-

Thanks!

Hey everyone i am in a bit of a quandary. I am able to get my hands on a pair of HD 700's for around 700, but i am also able to get a pair of HD 800's for about a grand. My problem is stemming from my amplification. i currently have the little dot 1+ and that is coming from the Shiit Modi, with my desktop being a source. I have heard that people would rather listen to a pair of 800's with poor amplification than the 700's with proper. Given the set-up i am using which would be a better idea to get? Looking at this situation now, not in a perspective that i can spend more money on amps in the future. 

spend the extra 50 and get the AKG K550's

Or get them "like new" for $230:

 

http://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B006IBILRO/ref=dp_olp_used?ie=UTF8&colid=3TMR6IEFCG0JX&coliid=IKDES5OOZ2CTM&condition=used

 

Warning: you need a good seal for the K 550 to perform the way that they should.  Facial hair and glassses can defeat this.

I want to buy the HE-500, but I am concerned about the amount of power they pull. I have an Objective 2, would that be enough to drive them?

Given the price of the HD 800, that is probably a question better asked in the Summit-Fi section of the forum.

Have you asked the folks at JDS Labs?

I'd have to wait until tomorrow to do so.

 

Yes. Along with the K701 and some others, the O2's designer used the HE-500 as a goal for his design. He also used them in validating the finished O2. You can find details on his blog, but posting a link to a banned member's site is verboten.

 

I believe the O2 has been discussed in the HE-500 thread here. Because I don't follow it, I could be wrong. I just don't want to be tempted into buy one. Accidentally.

According to this review, it works...but is not an ideal match:

 

http://www.headfonia.com/nwavguys-objective-2-by-jdslabs-and-epiphany-acoustics/2/

Alright, posting again since my situation has changed. Not looking for a sound card at the moment. The problem I was having with my current one mysteriously fixed itself.

 

I'm looking for a good closed-ear set with a good soundstage, and crisp highs and mids. Bass must be average or recessed; accurate, but not overemphasized, so that I can simply adjust my EQ settings when I'm in the mood for bass. I would like to be able to pinpoint rustling bushes, footsteps, or shouts from my enemies. It should be noted that this isn't only for FPS, but also for RPGs and adventure titles, so I'd like it to be able to reproduce RPG-ish music fairly well (which may be a lot to ask for in a closed-ear set).

 

I'm currently considering Audio Technica ATH-A900x, but would like some other options as well. My budget is "below 400 USD".

Hi everybody!

I'm looking for open headphones for home use. Main priority is sound, then comfort. Price range is about 200$ - 250$.

Already have HiFiMAN RE262. For me they sound great but I don't want to use them at home, just don't need so much isolation and I really want something with better sound. 

Currenty thinking about Gardo SR225i, Sennheiser H598 or something like this(or maybe not  )

Also I have stereo amp and O2 so I don't thin that impedance will be an issue.

Any suggestions are welcome.

PS: no "designer" stuff, don't look at default avatar :)

The Grado and Senn are both quite good, but very, very different.  What sound signature are you seeking?

 

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