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Replacement for HD555
Currently looking for a new headphone (open or close can). My HD555 has reached its limit and broke down. I will be using this for everyday use (music, gaming and movies) and will connect it on my ASUS Rog Xonar Phoebus so headphone amp is already included. I usually listen to alot of Jpop...- Gregole
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HD555 mic mod attempt: Am I doing this right?
After looking at the several detachable mic mods around this website, I decided that I want to take a stab at modding my HD555s to sport a detachable mic as well. I plan to run a separate cable for the mic with the headphone cable, where it will be soldered to a mic jack mounted inside...- SlamuraiShaq
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Closed version of HD 555 or 558?
Does sennheiser have a closed version of their HD 555, 558, 595, or 598 headphones? I know there's the PC 350 headset, but is there anything else?- Xanatos
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Putting Sennheiser HD 555's out to pasture, 558 or 598 or as replacements?
Long story short, I have these over 6 years old HD 555's that have seen better days. It's all kinds of wear and tear, but the worst is that the driver on the right can has come loose couple times more than I'd like, and unless my ears are lying, it doesn't sound 100% right anymore. Anyways...- CaptainAwesome
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Replacing my Sennheiser HD-555's
Hello there. As the title indicates, I'm looking to replace my Sennheiser HD-555 headphones. They have served me well, but due to a change in living arrangement (+1) the fact that they're open headphones just doesn't work anymore. What are my criteria for new cans? I'm using my...- wazabees
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Maybe I'm chasing a Unicorn?
6 Years ago I bought a HD555. It was good all around and I used it mostly for games. Then one day I went to my really rich uncle's house in China and I plugged my HD555's into his $10,000 cd player. I remember being completely WOW'd. It sounded so real. (keep in mind up until that point...- CSGO rice
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Is Sennheiser Amperior comftable for long sessions?
I was the lucky winner of a Sennheiser Christmas calender and have won a pair of sennheiser Amperior, but I am a bit in doubt if I should just sell them when I get them as they will replace my HD555 which are nearing replacement for home audio / movie listning. But are the Amperior...- Mech0z
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New headphones for Colorway C3.
Hello. I would like to buy Colorway C3. For this moment i have 2 headphones: Koss Porta Pro Sennheiser HD555 I need headphones for hardcore, melodic death metal etc. I don't know that the Porta and HD555 are ok with sound of C3. If they didn't what kind of headphones would you recommend? I...- Jash
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I need advice on new cans and amping, so many choices...
I currently have Sennheiser HD 555's (foam modded, they are pretty much out of order) driven by PC => optical => Creative X-Fi HD => RCA => Pioneer A-447. I honestly have no idea how capable the amp is to drive higher ohm headphones. I'm looking for a wide, separating and detailed sound and also...- infernoRS
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HD 598 vs AKG Q701 Amp-less
Hello I bought a pair for HD 598 recently new for $170 but haven't opened them yet. I've seen a lot of people praise the Q701 but they say they need a amp to truly enjoy them and that's out of my budget to buy a amp at this time. Question is what's the better headphone amp-less to use with my...- lolmont
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New Headphones for gaming
Hi all, I have a Creative X-Fi Soundblaster XtremeGamer sound card. I used to have HD-555's that I used with them. Awhile back, my HD-555s broke, so I bought a Logitech G35 headset. Well, I want to get back to headphones, so I am looking for a recommendation for a pair that won't cost...- Dashakan
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Creative Aurvana Live! for gaming and music
Posted it on portable headphones section, but i think i will get more answers here. Is this headphone good for both purposes? Got really interested in this one. I know from reviews that it's pretty good for music, but does it work well for gaming aswell? are there better...- Okamoto
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Headphones for watching series
Hi I currently have DT770/600 which I love, they sound perfect for music in my ears. Had HD555 before these and I thought those were perfect headphones for watching movies/series, the soundstage was amazing. What headphones should I get for movie/series watching? I'm looking at AKG K-701...- kudo
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Narrow headphone purchase requirements, can't find something suitable!
I hate being 'that guy' that posts yet another 'help me chose what to buy thread' but I have some tight requirements and I can't figure out what to dump money on. Anyway here's what I would like to get my hands on: -Circumaural -Large sound stage -Similar sound profile to Sennheiser...- nex2k12
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Upgrading from Sennheiser HD555 to Sennheiser HD800, questions;-)
Hello there, I'm new to the forum, and after much debate I decided to upgrade my headphones from HD555 to HD800's, my main question is will I hear very noticeable differences in general sound quality? Will it be a night and day issue? I hope so. Any comments from people who could compare the 2...- dynarec
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In need of headphones + amp for under 175$
Hello i am looking for a nice pair of headphones and an amp for about under $175 I will use these headphones daily to listen to music(electronic, jazz, rock, but mostly electronic). I will also use these for gaming (at a competitive level) Any suggestions? Also i can move up to 200 at the MOST- cheelayyy
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Sennheiser hd380 pro or hd555 or hd595 or audio technicia ath m50s LE
Which of the headphones listed in the title should I buy? I want good SQ with a very slightly exxagerated bass. I also want comfortable, noise isolating (not noise cancelling, as I've heard it makes the SQ worse) headphonss that don't require an amp (just driven by an iPhone 5 with dongs in the...- lakersfan2424
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entry level headset.
Hello, I have been on the prowl for a decent headset to buy that I can use for travel (don't need to be collapsible). I'd prefer if they were closed back. I currently own and AKG k240 mk II as my main headset at home. I'd like to find something of equal or greater quality I'm currently hunting...- Shankster
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Best headphones for $100 or less?
Just looking for some higher quality headphones for $100 or less. My current headphones are the Incipio F38 headphones. I've been looking at Grado sr80i, some used ATH-M50's, Phillips City-Scape, and Shure SRH440. Give me some recommendations. I listen to mostly Punk, Thrash, Indie, Ska...- Thadious James
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Laptop at work with headphones - how to improve sound quality
Hello Dear Head-Fi community. I am a total hifi noob that enjoys good quality music. At home I just upgraded my old Sound Blaster X-Fi Extreme Music to the latest ZXR and the quality difference is staggering to me. I am using it with Sennheiser HD 555 phones. I thought I will add this...- suchy101
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Head gear(headphones, amp, dac) for 1500-1600$
Hello, I am newbie at hi-fi world. Now i have Sennheiser HD 555 and its borring for me. I am ready to change for something new, I listen music at home and i need open headphones. For new head gear( Headphones, Amp, Dac) i can spend 1500-1600$ Max. Usually i listening Pop (90-2012years), Rock, I...- Duper
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Headphones for glasses wearers
hey there, im wondering if you guys have any idea on which headphone would be good for me. I wear glasses so the headphone has to be fairly light and comfortable. I listen to alot of techno music with alot of bass and play games like BF3. Also minimal leakage is also favourable but not if...- TKD7
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Selling my Asus Vulcans, any recommendations for a gaming and music set of headphones?
I've decided to sell my Asus Vulcans and move onto another set of headphones. They will mostly be used for gaming (FPS etc...) so positioning is important. In terms of music, I mostly listen to - Alternative Rock - Indie Rock - Electronic One of my friends had just bought a...- David164v8
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Long time lurker looking for a set of good over ear headphones...
Hello guys, been a long time lurker of Head-Fi and finally going to take the time to upgrade my headphones, I have a budget of around £120 but that can stretch a little if need be? If I need to give any more information please let me know. Many thanks, Luke.- LukeDaly
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5 Way Mid-Fi Comparison
5 Way Mid-Fi Headphone Comparison (Head-Fi does not want to upload my pictures) [Audio-Technica ATH-AD700] [Sennheiser HD 555] [Beyerdynamic DT-990 Pro] [Ultrasone HFI-780] [Audio-Technica Pro700MK2ANV] Introduction I initially decided to do this for myself. I had...- Gneiss
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