I like the M50s for music but not so much for gaming, the soundstage is too compressed.  Be a good chap and test this new 7H headset for us and write up a review. 

Quote: Originally Posted by bcontrol hello there! My Sennheiser HD 202 was broken and i must buy something new.. My question is especialy for Dj's, what could you recommend me? Allen Xone XD 53? Shure 750dj? Audio-Technica? AKG? My headphones will be purchase for future so they...

Quote: Originally Posted by jeubow And violent bass is my type... Made me chuckle...

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Bass is present but without impact. Comfort is second to none. AD700s can be pushed easily with any source but bass can come out with an amp of some sort.

If you are wanting hard hitting bass then get another can, the HD650 won't be able to provide it. Quote: Originally Posted by donunus I should have just said a good balanced amp for the 650s to get them to a higher level. It will get more prat but it probably still wont get much...

The pics are up. I wouldn't peel away the felt if you keep the acoustic lens attached as it maintains a certain space. If you remove the felt or peel away layers the acoustic lens collapses against the driver cover.

I suggested a proper amp because you already have one of the premier cans in today's market, the HD650. I run my HD650 from a LD MK VI. From the other companies you listed I have the Grado 325, AKG K701, Denon D2000 and I find neither one of them to be "upgrades" but rather a different sound...

Quote: Originally Posted by MomijiTMO So you heard one so the others must be awesome? Didn't you know that's how Head-Fi logic works?

Quote: Originally Posted by Fox3a Current setup: Auzen X-FI Prelude sound card - Digital Out - Denon receiver (forget which one, high end older one, was about $150 used a year ago, and I also use it to power my speakers (which aren't important to me). Then Senn HD650 which are stock...

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I thought my XB700 was decent for gaming but it lacks significant soundstage. I didn't find the bass too excessive but the cans are excellent for the music you listed. Get the XB700 if you want that extra low rumble.

Quote: Originally Posted by Mad Lust Envy I thought about them, I'm just holding back because of the bass, as I hear that they are quite powerful in bass. Does it get in the way of the finer details? Hmm...I'm not really a basshead but I do want bass impact in my gaming and with...

I don't like my M50s for gaming, the soundstage is rather small. I do like my AHD2000 with the MixAmp and your starting budget accommodates them. I only usually use them for single player games such as GTA4, in which they sound incredible, especially with the game's soundtrack. Impressive...

In order of precedence 1. Vinyl 2. ALAC 3. CD 4. 128-256 AAC

I still use the DH1200 for DJ gigs but I wouldn't use them for listening enjoyment. They're a bit heavy and good for beatmatching but they lack musicality. However, if your first concern is DJ style looks then I'd suggest the A&H XD53. They were my favorite DJ can until a pig vomit rat person...

Make sure you get your cans from a place that has a generous return policy. We can say only so much when your ears are the ones with the final verdict, so get to ordering your M-Audios.

Ha, still having trouble deciding? I guess the ATH-M50 doesn't suit your needs? You can surely bring the Denon D1001 into the mix now with that budget increase. I sold mine a while back but I saw a set at the studios. I remember how well they performed for music but I'll have to "acquire" it...

Quote: Originally Posted by Rufus_Truthfist ok i see that they are in stock now, there were out of stock a few days ago, i have another question, does fiber optic cable quality matter much? I have seen more expensive cables for about $30 or so and some for much less, is it worth getting...

I started this thread because I read one too many junk responses to inquiries. Some of it is comical and some are facepalming but this was already covered in a previous thread as well as in one of the stickies, such as the following: Quote: Originally Posted by boomana 3.Be aware...

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Yes, you need that y-adapter for audio/chat mixing and unfortunately Astro eliminated it from the bundle to cut costs. On their website it says nothing of being out of stock and I personally had no luck finding a 4-pole y-adapter from a 3rd party

Quote: Originally Posted by KCChiefsfan People ask the same questions so many times that it isn't rare for someone to have already gone through all the motions before. The example given (the AD700's) are so universally suggested as gaming headphones, that you wouldn't exactly be in the...

Quote: Originally Posted by Head Injury I recommend AD700 for gaming even though I've never heard it because it's almost unanimously considered a good gaming headphone. Perfect example

More than likely it will sound worse than their bigger brother, the A40 Astro A30 Audio System