[kausik93]

Hey ppl,
This is a continuation from my previous thread and an update too. I have to choose a headphone under these conditions:
1) soft ear buds like HD 418 or 438
2) decent if not good sound quality. I listen to hip-hop/pop/blues/rock
3) price range should be within US $ 140 or S $ 200
4) preferably with a nice case to keep it in as separate ones cost a bomb
I know these are ALOT of conditions but I would really appreciate your help. In your previous thread I have heard people suggest some headphones but it would be nice if you could give me some comparisons or why that headphone would be good? The following are some models that I have picked out from suggestions and websites. But do include other options. Thanks.
 
Audio Technica ATH-A700
Audio Technica ATH-A500
Audio Technica ATH-AD500
Beyer DT440
Beyer DT 770
Sennheiser HD 418
Sennheiser HD 438
Sennheiser HD 515
Sennheiser HD 555

 

[kausik93]

 

[asrphani]

You've listed so many there..Do you need open or closed cans?

 

[cravenz]

I can only comment on the ones I've had so that's only the HD555s; they do not come with a carrying bag and I doubt many in this price range would. But they are by far one of the most comfortable cans to have

 

[Mr Joboto]

Out of all of those I'd go with the Beyer DT440.

 

[kausik93]

Hey guys, thanks for the replies. Sorry I listed too many ;p I just saw many of these headphones that might seem to be what I want so I listed them but specifically I am looking for one of the Beyers or the Senn 5xx or AD700 (many people recommended it). And can someone explain what do u mean by open and close cans? Sorry im new to headphones?

 

[Ishcabible]

Quote:

Hey guys, thanks for the replies. Sorry I listed too many ;p I just saw many of these headphones that might seem to be what I want so I listed them but specifically I am looking for one of the Beyers or the Senn 5xx or AD700 (many people recommended it). And can someone explain what do u mean by open and close cans? Sorry im new to headphones?

 
Open=Sound leaks out, bigger soundstage. Typically (not always) less bass
Closed=Sound doesn't leak out, smaller soundstage, Typically (not always) more bass
 
The AD700 won't do so hot with hip hop ime. I've only tried the A500, DT770, and AD700 from your list, and the DT770 fulfill all your needs, but I didn't try them with blues.

 

[kausik93]

Hey, thanks for the reply. Now im only looking at AD 700, Senn HD 555, DT 770 (if i can find one under my budget but I doubt so) and AD 500 (my friend says the increase in price is not worth the sound quality)
So if u all have any of these please tell me how they feel and sound?
Thanks in advance

 

[Mr Joboto]

What DT770 model are you looking at?

 

[kausik93]

Im not really sure myself. Im gonna use it for home use or on the desk use. Not for moving around. Mainly computer music/youtube. Not really a gamer. Which one would u recommend?

 

[Mr Joboto]

Don't look at the DT770s, there are two main versions, the premium and the Pro line. In the premium line, the only version worth getting is the 600ohm, which means you need a beefy desktop amplifier to match. In the Pro line, the 80ohm version also likes an amp but is bass heavy with a recessed midrange and a treble some people despise. Bottom line, for your needs, don't get any. 
 
I would recommend you look into the Alessandro MS-1, which is essentially a more neutral Grado SR-125.