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Yep a lot of threads recommended me the AD900 for that price range. Plus its not bad looking at all.

Edited by musiclife - 1/20/13 at 6:38pm

Pony up and get the CAL! while they are still under $61 at Amazon.

 

If that's too much, go very cheap and get the Superlux HD 681 Dynamic Semi-Open Headphones (if some leakage is OK with you).

I'd much prefer a closed back, but I'll look for those CALs. I assume you're talking about these?

 

Thanks.

+1
Listener here, definitely not average

I'm just getting into cans after years of hifi, then having kids and not being able to turn up my hifi! Most of the stuff I've read in my short time here points to enthusiasts rather than musicians/producers etc. although there are some of those, and they have given some great info from the "other" side
Edited by ferday - 1/19/13 at 5:02pm

Actually they slightly over my budget. In Russia we have bizarre pricing. 

Does ad900 worth delaying purchase (compare to srh940)?

That comes down to what you want, starting with whether you want an open or closed can; whether or not the size of the sound stage is a important; whether or not a detachable set of cables, a case and extra ear pads are important, etc.

Maybe the Beyer DT880? I haven't heard much about it to be honest.

The SRH1440 might be a better choice if you're looking in to the SRH940 but want an open-back headphone.

Hey guys!

I'm looking for a good set of Over the ear style head phones, and I've been searching for around for the last 18 hours (no lie) and i cant seem to make up my mind as to what set would go well with what I'm planning to do. I want to keep the set of headphones to the 250-300 range to allow up to 200 for an amp/dac set up if needed. My thoughts one phones are, Clean sound reproduction, not overly heavy on the bass side and not a blazingly hot treble end. I use a set of Etymotic HF3s with my Iphone and love the clean sound when listening to Rush - Tom Sawyer. Sounds remarkably crisp and clear. That is a sound I'd like to continue with in a full 'phone set up.

 

Edit : Thanks in advance!!!

 

Uses:

Some computer gaming (diablo 2 and maybe 3)

Mostly Music and watching movies on the computer. 

 

Music genres:

Metal - Slipknot, Mudvayne

Jazz / fusion - Marcus Miller, Victor Wooten

Random other bands:

Red Hot Chili Peppers

Korn

Rammstein

Oomph!

and some blues.

Edited by neuralsnafu - 1/19/13 at 10:08pm

They are just a little bright, but I'd go with the DT 880 Pro--250 Ohm version.

Hello All,

Thanks for the great info on this site.  But even with all of it, I could use your help to decide how to enter the realm of more high quality over ear headphones.

 

I tend to listen to rap the most so in terms of sound quality bass is probably the most important element of the spectrum, but my primary preference is for a strong overall listening experience for all experiencing all types of music.  I mainly will use them to sit down and work with, so long term comfort is a big factor, but I also would like them to look pretty good so I can wear them out and about on occasion instead of just crappy headphones.Picking up an amp for EQ'ing could be possible, but I would prefer to not have to worry about it if possible.

EDIT: Listening mostly off of Spotify on my computer and iphone.

 

After research, I am considering the following (I've got $300 max $400 to burn)....

 

Very close to picking up the Sony MDR- 1R's for overall comfort and style (My main concern is that the bass will not be punchy enough for playing rap music)

Also looking into...Denon D1100 (or the D2000 used), Sony z-1000 (likely used), and Ultrasone 900's.

Mainly bass-heavy options, but I am concerned about some of these for either comfort or style. 

 

A key question is whether it might be worth it to pick up a higher quality used headphone over a brand new $300 headphone so I can achieve the trifecta of comfort, style, and high quality low end.

 

Thanks for all of your help!  Bonus points for links to discounted D2000's or Sony Z-1000's (they seem pretty great if they weren't so expensive)

Edited by benwgold - 1/20/13 at 12:15am

 

Someone else can probably give more valuable input on this, but I would rule out the Denons, the D1100 for being a tier or two below the others you listed, and the D2000 for being impractical for portable use (plus they leak and are hard to find at a decent price).  Don't know much about the Ultrasone Pro 900's, but Ultrasones aren't exactly known for comfort and of the ones I've tried, I found the comfort lacking.  Then of course, if you can look past the comfort issue, the Pro 900's are supposed to be a great option for bass.

 

The MDR-1R's seem like a safe bet, but also maybe consider the Logitech UE 6000, Beyer DT770/COP, or AKG K167 as well (the last two are admittedly blind recommendations).

Hi Guys,

 

I currently have Denon AH-D1000 and I am looking for upgrade. I use it mostly with Xonar D2 sound card and flacs or some quality bitrate internet formats for listening to electronic music mostly but a bit of everything also creeps in.

 

I am thinking about AH-D600 or even AH-D7100. In later stage I would get also matching Head Phone amp to squeeze maximum from the headphones.

 

How do you rate new Denons?

 

What other head phones in 600$ range would you recommend?

 

Thanks

Hey guys!

 

I was looking for information from people sharing similar tastes in music as me. I was eyeing the ATH-M50S, but reports of its not so great mids made me come here for advice. My budget is $120, and I can't go to a store and check them out, because I live elsewhere(where people look at you funny when you spend more than $20 on headphones) and I'm getting it through an aunt in the US.

 

My music spread is like 70% soundtracks(mostly instrumental, Eg: Amethystium) and 30% vocal songs. I do love some tight bass when the drums come on. I also game quite a bit.

 

My last phones were the Klipsch S4 in ear phones. I really liked their sound.

 

So with these considerations, is the M50 the be all and end all at this price range, or do my tastes make some others (like SR80i) more favorable for me?

 

I'd also appreciate some links to guides on modding a mic onto these phones.

I think about an open cans, but closed is also OK for me.

It would be nice to have a wide sound stage.

Detachable cables and extra ear pads are really good options, but the main factor is a sound: transparent, with lots of detail, maybe with slightly forward mids and highs, that's what I'm looking for.

SRH1440 are way over my budget.

I am considering the following options and without a clue:

 

Sennheiser HD25-1II, Sony MDR-1R, AKG K550 and Sennheiser Momentums. 

 

For the HD25-1II i want them to be the Adidas version. Cheapest i could find is $250 shipped.

I'm afraid AKG K550 will be too large for my head.

 

 

Sony MDR-1R. Where is the cheapest US price? For standard black.

Saw Silver/Brown in $250.

 

Momentums, these are a bit more expensive... i am not sure.

 

Please refer to this post please:

 

http://www.head-fi.org/t/613707/the-akg-k550-appreciation-discussion-thread/255#post_9074389

 

Thank you a lot.