The following table is based on measurements, not manufacturer specs.   Target SPL is 110 dB SPL. The source is assumed to output 2 V. The amp is assumed to be a voltage source (0 ohm output impedance). Voltage, current, power are RMS figures.   What do the columns mean? S@1V is the...

So after much debate and reading and mulling over I pulled the trigger.   My parents are buying me headphones for Christmas.  They decided to get me the AKG K272 HD headphones.  At the time on Amazon they were going for 240.  I wasn't aware of this nor was I aware how much they paid.  A few...

To begin with, I don't know a whole lot about headphones, which is the reason I am here. I have a few questions that I'd like to ask, and if anybody could tell me some things that I should know I'd love to hear it. I am trying to buy some high quality headphones but don't know where to start or...

Hi all,   As you can probably tell, this is my first ever post. I have a conundrum I am hoping to get help with. I love to listen to classical music (not an audiophile by any stretch of the imagination) but am tired of listening to it on Bose ie2's. I have some minor low tone hearing loss...

Looking to upgrade from old AKG K 272 to open backs. I listen to a lot of indie electronica and folk music. I hate bass heavy headphones. Any impedance around 150-300 ohms would be great. Suggestions?

Hi!   I recently picked up this Denon AH-NC800 noise canceller with some cosmetic damage for cheap. There is a non NC model that looks very similar to this one in the Shootout thread where the soundstage is described as "cavernous" and I think the same is true for this NC one. And I love it...

I've been looking around for a new pair, and I found the 272s rreally cheap on amazon for 108 http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0012XZAXG/ref=asc_df_B0012XZAXG2870229?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&tag=pgtvs-523-100-20&linkCode=asn&creative=395097&creativeASIN=B0012XZAXG   I dont see these mentioned a lot, so can...

So I have an K272HD which I love with folk/accoustic/singer songwriter music. At home I primarily use it with a WA2, and find the combination exeptional. I also use it with a TTVJ slim for a more transportable setup.   My question is what would be the next step upgrade wise?    The...

as the title says, i need to get one or two from the list.....   i am deciding between akg k 272 HD and Akg k 271 mkii   and on the other row between sennheiser 380 pro and shure srh 440.......   i need one or two from those up there... i am looking to decide between akg's because...

Would be grateful for you to post your impressions here even if you've only heard 2 of the 3 headphones mentioned in the thread title.   How does the K272 HD compare to the older K271 Mk. II - does it have the same sound signature but just does everything a bit better?   And how do...

Hey guys i just bought a pair of AKG K 272HD cans and I really cannot tell much difference my old Roccat Kaves the sound is a lot "smoother" and a bit better overall but not by a significant amount.   So my question is do i need an AMP? I'm currently using them just plugged into my x-fi...

Dear everyone! :D I have a AKG K272HD, which I actually wanted to throw away, because of the cabling that broke.  But I read about a DJ version of an AKG (dont know which one), and they succeeded in making their AKG's have detachable cabling. There is a tutorial on there, but I am not good at...

Hi everyone,   Like the title says, I'm looking for neutral, closed and not Made in China (or Taiwan etc.) headphones. If possible that doesn't need amp, but not necesserily, I want to know both. And of course, less expensive it is, better it is.   I'm posting in full-size section...

Dear DIY'ers!  I have an AKG K272HD, and the cableing is quite weak right now. It broke, when I pulled it with force (accidentally) out of my laptop, and it broke. I stumbled over the cable, and it bended.   I am asking for someone that is willing to make my AKG's have a detachable cable...

I'm about to make an order to thomann with some friends... and I was about to buy some new headphones. I have some simple Sennheiser HD215's right now. When I use them for producing, I only use them for arranging and composing, not mixing, because I've had a bad experience from previous...

I was considering getting a pair of M-100s, but it looks like they aren't quite as audiophile friendly as I'd hoped. I'm looking for a fairly transparent set of headphones that will work with a wide variety of genres and are suitable for mixing, and from what I've been reading the M-100s don't...

My english is ****, but I'll do my best. I tend to use headphones a few hours a day for listening to music while studying and comfort has lately become a necessity. My unit requires:   1 Closed back (library use),   2 Velour pads (to keep my ears from burning)   3 Confortable for...

I recently purchased a pair of AKG K272 HD headphones since they looked nice and I managed to snag a pair for a good price. I haven't been in the audio hobby for a while so I'm a bit rusty on what the latest offerings are. I mostly listen to rock (Probably should have purchased a pair of Grados)...

flat response roundup, speaks for itself really, just a note, they have to be good quality and reasonable build quality, doesn't have to be v-moda style build, also must be able to use them on portable (home as well) decent isolation though (sorry denon fans)

I've been looking at the Shure SRH940 and the KRK KNS 8400 - but I've read soundonsound reviews of both of them which said that they've both got great mid-range response and ok (not bad by any means, but not stand-out) treble. I've heard similar things said of the AKG K272 HD and 271.  ...

I decided to make a post on this forum, because I saw a lot of good info on here! And decided to make my own thread for some specific answers.   I want to start recording my guitar, because I want to make covers of songs and be able to mix my own. I own a Peavey Vypyr Tube 120W guitar...

Ey guys,   I am thinking about buying a good comfortable headset for gaming and trance music for 150 euro (190 dollar). I also care abit about the looks (but that's personal ofcourse, so you can't decide for me) so I wonder what you guys suggest. So far I have been searching and I got this...

I am looking for: best mids for under $300, Open, over-the-ear full size headphone - to use at basement home office. Looking for soundstage and separation.   I have not yet experienced bass detail, nor airiness - curious about these characteristics.   I thought I had wanted treble...

ATTENTION: WALL OF TEXT, READ IT AT YOUR OWN RISK :P   Hi guys! I'm new to this forum and new to the world of audiophiles. Until now I've been using a pair of Koss UR55, they served me pretty well, but one year ago I accidentally cut the wire running for a phone call. I fixed it with my...

Well today I got to demo AKG K272 HD, Sennheiser HD25-II (adidas), Sennheiser HD 598 and Sennheiser Momentum as I went on a trip to Helsinki (capital) in Finland   The AKG K272 HD suprised me probably the most, REALLY enjoyed listening to this and to my suprise, I didn't find the bass...