[charlie0904]

I am currently deciding on MS-1, HD555, SR80i, ES7 for home use. I listen from classical, jazz, pop music.

I like transparency, clarity and soundstage, only have a tiny T4 amp so preferably easily driven headphones. thanks fellow headfi-ers.

 

[cswann1]

You should add the Audio Technica AD700 to your list. I don't have any personal experience with it, but it's in your price range (from the others you list). There has been a lot of discussion on this headphone, as well as the others you list, so use the search and you'll find tons of info.

Goo luck!

 

[charlie0904]

i tried AD700 before. didnt quite like it and its "too big" for me. hahaha.

 

[cswann1]

OK. That said, I'd probably go with the MS-1.

According to all I've read they are supposed to be more balanced than the Grado Prestige Series (SR60/80/125). I find the SR60 to be fatiguing after 15-20 minutes. The Alessandro are reputed to be smoother sounding.

 

[charlie0904]

cool.. smooth sounding is nice. anyways how does the HD555 match up to the others?

 

[mbd2884]

Go try them. A lot of Audio shops have the HD555, the Alessandro, no, but at least you can hear the HD555.

 

[Busta9iron]

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Originally Posted by charlie0904 /img/forum/go_quote.gif I like transparency, clarity and soundstage, only have a tiny T4 amp so preferably easily driven headphones. thanks fellow headfi-ers.

That describes the AD700 perfectly, but you did not like them? Was it the size? A comfort issue? Maybe you want a different sound if you those weren't the problems. I am not trying to sell you on the AD700's, but what you describe for the sound you need, are the reasons I like them so much.

 

[JayB18]

Maybe the Beyerdynamic DTX900? The MS-1 would probably be the best of those you have listed but they don't have much of a soundstage. The HD555 isn't something Id call transparent or clear sounding, but it has a bit better soundstage than the MS-1. Still Id recommend the MS-1 over them.

Id drop the SR80i since your considering the MS-1 and because it is more suited for rock music than classical, pop, and jazz.

 

[kool bubba ice]

For classical and jazz, the 48s would serve you well.. If you can find used for under a 100.

 

[jonathanjong]

Hmm, it DOES sound like you want AD700, and yet you don't. Next up, I'd recommend 555 over the Grado/Alessandros for your music. MS-1 for classical...no, i don't see that happening.

 

[charlie0904]

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Originally Posted by Busta9iron /img/forum/go_quote.gif That describes the AD700 perfectly, but you did not like them? Was it the size? A comfort issue? Maybe you want a different sound if you those weren't the problems. I am not trying to sell you on the AD700's, but what you describe for the sound you need, are the reasons I like them so much.

size is too big for me.

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Originally Posted by JayB18 /img/forum/go_quote.gif Maybe the Beyerdynamic DTX900? The MS-1 would probably be the best of those you have listed but they don't have much of a soundstage. The HD555 isn't something Id call transparent or clear sounding, but it has a bit better soundstage than the MS-1. Still Id recommend the MS-1 over them. Id drop the SR80i since your considering the MS-1 and because it is more suited for rock music than classical, pop, and jazz.

thanks for the advice. great help.