So am I the only one who thinks the headphone output sucks compared to the front out?

Actually, im going to guess no.. Because for some reason with my HD595 the front output sounds better than the headphone output...

Anyone?

Does the upgraded opamp on the Auzentech X-Fi forte work with the headphone output jack? Would there be any point in replacing the opamp if the headphone output jack is being used? Thanks

Any other opinions?

Well its for a desktop using the X-FI titanium. Want to use this in a way because how well it works for games as well.. When you say T4 you mean iBasso T4?

I bought a HD595 50ohm and enjoy them, but I enjoy them more when they are connected to my Denon receiver than when connected to my computer. I have an X-FI titanium sound card (play games once in a while), so I was thinking I probably need a AMP. I dont want to spend more than $100~ and was...

Ntropic I Was talking about open phones, the A700 are closed. The nice thing about the A700 for gaming is the largish sound stage (well largish for a closed phone).

Ya I am not exactly sure how open phones would work with a clip on mic. Would the mic pic up the noise from the headphones. Guess I never thought of that...

ATH-AD700 are open, but they very light on bass ATH-A700 (had as well) is good for gaming. Compared to ATH-AD700 it hasbetter bass but recessed mids. HD595 - Opened and I havent played a game with them yet. Initial impressions are they have a very warm sound to them. Bass is decent (better...

ATH-A700 sounded great with games. I havent tried the HD595 with games, but I am betting they will be good. You can get them for $160

If you like bass, avoid the ATH-AD700. I actually preferred (the only person on the forums probably) the ATH-A700. I have the HD595 and prefer these to ATH-AD700, and the HD555 from what I hear can be modded to be very similar in quality to the HD595... For this price range another option...

Ya. The 595 will only be used out of my computer or receiver so I dont care portability. I got the 50ohm of course.

Well I finally got them yesterday. They have near 6hours on them. Very happy with them. Comfortable, very warm sound. I have a feeling they will be good for long listening hours. But I think I will also keep the ATH-m50 for when I feel like a energetic (not so laid back) phone. Finally done...

I had the SRH840 and the ATH-M50 at the same time. SRH840 have a very smooth, neutral sound. IMO though, they are boring and I am not a huge fan of its bass. I much prefer the lively sound of the ATH-M50. More and better bass, with lively sweet highs. If the ATH-M50 was the same price...

IMO.... ATH-M50 >> SRH840... Cheaper as well... the SRH840 just had a boring sound.

I have had the SRH840 and the AD700. The AD700 lacked low end. So I dont recommend if you want atleast SRH840 bass levels. I just got the HD595, initial impressions are better than the AD700 (HD595 = 80% more expensive).

I have yet to hear a better noise isolating phone (especially under $100) than the HD280. The problem with the HD280 might be comfort. Another option might be the ATH-M50, not as good noise isolation but better comfort.

Sounds like the ATH-M50 is what you are looking for?

Would you consider your ears average in shape/size (or smaller)? If so the ATH-M50 are fine. For bigger ears you might find them uncomfortable. Buy them off ebay from an authorized reseller. They cost about $100. Btw there are TWO versions, one with a straight cable and one with coiled...

I have never tried the HFI-780, but I am one who thinks the SRH840 is over rated. I think the SRH840 would be horrible for trance type music. The ATH-M50 would be better suited.

I believe a good phone for you and will save good bit of money is the Audio Technica ATH-M50. Good sound, good isolation, good comfort. Though I said good and not GREAT, they are about $100 and well worth the money. I doubt you will find much better (unamped) for under $200 that are closed...

The ATH-AD700 lack so much bass imo, its only really good with classical type music. I much much prefer the ATH-M50. Though it might have to much bass for you, it has a very energetic sound to it. The two things the ATH-AD700 are better at is Soundstage (both have good soundstage, but the...

I actually prefer the Audio Technica ATH-M50 over the Shure SRH840...

Well I splurged and bought the HD595 for $160 shipped. This will complete my "search for better phones" Im done and tired. Over the last 2 months I have tried so many phones that its crazy. Ill just enjoy what I got.