davidelliott
New Head-Fier
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Hello all,
New member here seeking some advice for a prospective purchase.
I listen to classical and opera (as well as some smooth jazz now and then) for approximately 8-10 hours a day while at work. My current in-ear headphones get somewhat uncomfortable after 3-4 hours. I'm hoping that over the ear headphones will be more comfortable. I would like to purchase new, not used headphones. Unfortunately, I am in a rural location and cannot try headphones on before I purchase them so I will rely heavily on your recommendations.
I'm hoping you can recommend some options given the following parameters:
- Total budget of $350.
- My music is played via an ipod touch, current generation.
- I do not have a portable amp, but can purchase one if necessary. The funds would be taken from the $350 though.
- I do wear glasses.
- Over ear / on ear recommendations are preferred.
- Closed back is a must so that I do not disturb my office mate.
- As mentioned above, I only listen to classical music, opera, and smooth jazz. I do not listen at high volumes.
- Comfort is a must given the multi-hour listening sessions.
I looked through some threads here at the forums and it seems as if Audio-Technica, Phiaton, AKG, Beyerdynamic, and Sennheiser all have at least one or two models in my price range.
Thank you for taking the time to read my post and respond. I promise to promptly respond to all comments and suggestions.
Please let me know if you have any questions or need any additional information.
Best,
David
New member here seeking some advice for a prospective purchase.
I listen to classical and opera (as well as some smooth jazz now and then) for approximately 8-10 hours a day while at work. My current in-ear headphones get somewhat uncomfortable after 3-4 hours. I'm hoping that over the ear headphones will be more comfortable. I would like to purchase new, not used headphones. Unfortunately, I am in a rural location and cannot try headphones on before I purchase them so I will rely heavily on your recommendations.
I'm hoping you can recommend some options given the following parameters:
- Total budget of $350.
- My music is played via an ipod touch, current generation.
- I do not have a portable amp, but can purchase one if necessary. The funds would be taken from the $350 though.
- I do wear glasses.
- Over ear / on ear recommendations are preferred.
- Closed back is a must so that I do not disturb my office mate.
- As mentioned above, I only listen to classical music, opera, and smooth jazz. I do not listen at high volumes.
- Comfort is a must given the multi-hour listening sessions.
I looked through some threads here at the forums and it seems as if Audio-Technica, Phiaton, AKG, Beyerdynamic, and Sennheiser all have at least one or two models in my price range.
Thank you for taking the time to read my post and respond. I promise to promptly respond to all comments and suggestions.
Please let me know if you have any questions or need any additional information.
Best,
David