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    Purchase advice: Cheapskate Edition (AKG k240 Studio vs Superlux 668b)

    I have owned both and while I think the 668b is technically superior (imaging, separation, detail ect.) I found it to be not very musical and to be fair it is marketed as a studio monitor. To be honest I've got a fair few Superluxes and the only one that I find to be good for musical enjoyment...
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    Amp question

    You should really be thinking about an amp/dac combo for use with a PC. I would suggest getting the E07 or E17 with the E09.  When either are docked with the E09 they work as an off board dac improving sound quality and of course they can also be used on their own for added portability. You just...
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    Question about Little Dot's Tube Headphone amps

    I recently bought the Mk2 primarily to use with my 32ohm K550 and though this is my first tube amp I can honestly say it sounds fantastic with these headphones.  The current models have variable gain and with the gain on medium it drives them brilliantly - I never have to go more than half way...
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    First Headphones, can't decide between Sony MDR-V6, MDR 7506, AT M50 or AKG 240

    I've owned the V6 and the K240.  I found the V6 to be quite detailed but a bit 'tinny' sounding and ultimately not outstanding in any way.  The K240 have a really nice warmish sound with nice midrange and are good with most music. I would say they are a clear step up from the V6 but really need...
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    AKG 551 vs 550 (sonic only)

    I don't know for sure but I would bet they are the same headphone but with a built in microphone/remote.  They got just as good a review on What Hi-fi anyway and can be found on Thomann for only 68 UK pounds plus postage so if the remote does not bother you I would say go for it as that is an...
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    HD600 or HD650 most sonically similar to K240S?

    Thanks for the input.  A more relaxed sound is what I'm looking for so I've decided to go for the HD600.  I think there are too many negative views out there about the HD650 like being veiled and having overpowering bass to take the risk although I could probably research for the next year and...
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    HD600 or HD650 most sonically similar to K240S?

    I've always wanted one of the above Sennheisers and I now have the opportunity to purchase one thanks to a surprise P.P.I. repayment from my bank.  It is to compliment the closed K550s I have which I think are great but would like something a bit different sounding rather than similar.  I used...
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    Fast, bright headphones with exceptional instrument separation for ~$100?

    I think Grado SR80i/Alessandro MS1i are the best I've heard for fast paced rock though I realise you don't want these.  Only other one I can recommend is the Goldring DR150 though I still would recommend the Grado option over this. I found the AD700 to completely lack any kind of bass and think...
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    Small vs large headphones?

    Quote: For rock you are best with Grados.  If you find them uncomfortable try the bowl pads.  Another one to think about from my experience is the Sony MDR-V6. Over ear and fairly bright with plenty of energy and detail so good for rock but beware fakes as there are many.  Nice starter...
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    Review by 'Captain Magenta' on item 'AKG K141 (Silver)'

    I'll keep this very short.  They are very smooth sounding.  Treble toned down so not so good for rock but have a magic about them that makes them better than mark 2.  I use them with a '89/'90 Marantz PM50 integrated.  Very powerful amp with a great headphone out.  Don't need to go past ten...
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    Alessandro MS1 Review

    This makes me feel better about the $25 dollar shipping fee plus $50 customs charge here in the UK.  I have them waiting for me in  the local depot after 3 weeks.  I sure hope I prefer them over the SR80s as they work out about the same price if you add on the shipping/taxes.
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    Small vs large headphones?

    Driver sizes do vary considerably. 50mm is considered quite large and many full size headphones use this size of driver.  To my ears the size does make a difference to the sound.  I feel the larger drivers generally sound more accurate though not always the case.  Depends on the headphone.  The...
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    Durable headphones

    I'm guessing that you want something low profile for out and about and for your budget I can recommend the PX200 II.  They sound a lot better than the 202  (I have both) and are more discrete.  the AKG K518 is another to consider though I found them to have too much bass.  They were fairly...
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    Superlux Express Train

    Quote: The 662 and 660 are closed,  the 668b are semi-open.  None of them really sound at all like Grados.  Out of the headphones I've tried only the MDR-V6 sounded remotely close to my ears, but they were still no where near similar.  Of course there are lots of other headphones out...
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    Superlux Express Train

    Quote: Since you say vocals are important for you then maybe the 668 is not so ideal being that vocals are midrange.  Out of the 662f and 660 the 660 would be the safer choice but I think the 662f are more revealing.  Bare in mind I have not heard the normal and 'b' versions of the 662 and...
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