i know it doesn't matter too much (i think?) where the company is based (like country location wise) but i was wondering atleast for some of these high end companies what country are they based. Of course there are some obvious ones like how sennheiser/beyerdynamic is german, audio technica is...

Price: $200   Music: mainly rock, a lot of indie and some other genres too.   some of my top played artists are: queens of the stone age, the national, dinosaur jr, the brian jonestown massacre, mobb deep, the kills, yeah yeah yeahs, cunninglynguists, the verve etc.   Usage: Walking...

I'm looking for the best headphones for use with my iPhone 5 and I have no idea where to start.  I'm new to audio and everything and I'd appreciate it if you guys helped out.  I listen to Rock and Rap.  Don't really have a budget I just want to know the highest end headphones you can use without...

Well, there was the three headphone (beats pro, beats studio, beats solo)  demoed in some virgin (mega ?) store . There was a kind of stand, with a built in player , and it was for me the opportunity to try them for the first time ( in Morocco , there's not too much store of that kind).  ...

Hey guys! This is my first time posting on here because i seek professional advice :) Im looking for headphones that are over ears under $300. Before i get into specifics, i just wanted to say that i listen to Dance, Electronic house music so not very much guitar or instruments in what i listen...

Hey.   So, I recently broke my headphones at work, and while they did the trick for my old tasks, I now find myself needing more clarity and accuracy.   I do sound mixing / engineering for a AAA game studio, and that is really only recently my task (previously QA).   However, most of...

MAKE SURE TO READ THE END OF THIS POST FOR MORE CHOICES!   Hello, I'm new here at the Head-Fi forums, and I'm glad I found them.   I started a new thread because I feel that my request isn't as simple as some others, and I'd rather not get lost in the ocean of questions and answers found...

I just tried out the Sennheiser HD 558's and they are the exact sound I'm looking for! But sadly they're open, and since I'm gonna be listening to these headphones in public a lot they aren't the best choice.   Could anyone recommend some closed headphones that have roughly the same sound as...

Hello all,   First post here!   I'm more a speaker guy, but I need to isolate myself from outside acoustic disturbances while enjoying great music/sound and comfort!   Background:   I recently bought some Beyerdynamic DT 770. I enjoy them: nice overall sound quality although high mids...

Just thought I would give a very quick personal view of how I rate my current headphone collection - I have been buying and selling headphones for many years since my first decent headphones - Sennheiser HD580 and original HD25-1 when they were first released.   The trend has changed to more V...

I know this may sound stupid but I just pulled off the pleather pads and can't put on the velour ones one. I'm so frustrated to the point where I just want to them rip them apart. I just took them out of the box and can't even listening to them yet!! arrhhhhh!!

Hi, I am a product design student currently studying at Leeds metropolitan university. My recent project is a headphone case designed for use with seinnheiser hd 25-1 ii headphones and ones alike. Please would you consider taking 1 minute of your time to complete the survey to retrieve...

1. What are the best headphones available right now for under £150? 2. What are the best headphones for EDM? I listen to trance, vocal trance and progessive house mostly. :) 3. Sennheiser HD25-1 II vs Audio Technica ATH-M50x or any other headphones better than these? 4. What amp do you guys...

Hello fellow audiophiles! I am in the market for portable headphones/iems for being out, and about. I mainly listen to Power Metal, which is nothing like regular metal, so don't go recommending grados. :P I am not a bass head at all, I like a wide soundstage, and excellent treble. Jokes...

So, I have my desktop setup and now I want to get more into the portable world; I figured the HD 25 would be a great place to start. Along with the actual headphone I'll be getting the BTG audio midnight cable. I currently have a Galaxy SIII and I'm wondering if that will be sufficient in...

Hi there, Im currently in the market for a new pair of headphones, i currently have the head direct re0 IEMs and I I'm looking for a full sized headphones.   a year ago i have purchased the ATH-M50 and to my ears the M-50 lack bass a little bit,  and the main problem was that it made my...

I'm having a hard time deciding which version to get.    I know the 13 II is 600ohm so is harder to drive plus the fact it has a longer 3m cable and straight angle 3.5mm jack.    I also own a Fiio E11 amp and don't use it very often and want to make use of it.     I know that straight out...

Hi guys,   I'm looking for a custom IEM recommendation and would appreciate your help.   I've been a member for a long time, but haven't posted for a long time. I usually only drop into the Head-fi forums when I'm looking to buy. I end up reading dozens of reviews, getting confused, and...

I purchased the 13 600ohm version of the hd25 thinking it'll sound better amped Fiio E11 with an ipod and boy was in for a shock! The mids are sooo veiled and muffled compared to my akg 301xtra that they are completely unlistenable. I can not longer return it. Is there anyway to lift the veiled?

I've tried the pleather and velour pads and both aren't very comfortable for long listening periods.    Hence I was curious to find out if there are any companies or diyers who makes custom earpads for better comfort. I don't care if it looks big and wacky, just want better comfort!  hd25 with...

I'm looking for something with a little less recessed mids for Rock/Heavy Metal. I love my M50x and they serve their purpose but I want something a little more engaging when it comes to guitar oriented music. I already own Grado's, and they rule for the most part but I need something closed. I'm...

Hi all. First post. I've been the proud owner of Sennheiser HD-25-1 for about 10 years now.  They're looking a bit shabby now and I've always found them really uncomfortable on my ears after about an hour.  I love the way they sound, but it's time to replace them. I live in a rural area of...

I currently have the Allasandro MS1 headphones, Great for Rock and Metal, But doesn't up too well with fast paste music like Electronic. It's a great open headphone with some nice botton-end. A good headphone for the price.   But what I don't like about them is the highs, Not very smooth at...

This is the 2nd time they brake, and as much as I love them, I feel it's time for me to move on.   To the matter: I actually adore the TMA-1 sound. It is dark, but after proper EQing it still, after 2 years, blow my mind. I'm considering the Beyerdynamic DT770 80 Pro, and the Sennheiser HD...

Hello,   A friend of mine recently purchased the Sennheiser HD-25 II in Asia. This is in fact not the same as the HD-25-1 II (no L shape plug, different writing on the cup, both 70 ohms), so I'm really curious what the difference is between these two models?? The information provided online...